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Crafters, DIYers, Lego fans feel at home among the books.

Hometown Heroes

Young residents make a positive impact in our community.

20 Summer Camps

Grab your calendars and make plans for adventures for your kids.

22 Everyday Angels

Motorcycle accident changes a familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life in an instant.

Spring in Woodstock

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Sidewalks busy with diners, shoppers enjoying the season. Native son made history from Woodstock to the world stage.

30 Helping Hands The HOPE Center offers support

26 Contributing Writers

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Restaurant Guide

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Premier Group

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Ribbon Cuttings

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School News

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Recent Home Sales

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AROUND WOODSTOCK The

From the Editor

People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Woodstock

I have to admit something. I am a little jealous. I can’t help but think that if I had as many summer camp options when I was a child as our children do today, I may have left my mother’s side long enough to enjoy them. But, I was a spoiled rotten only child who rarely left the room my mother was in. In fact, my pediatrician once told her that she needed to get a sitter for me one day a week so she could have some time away from me. I now understand that was for my own good as well as hers - but at the time, I was devastated. My poor mother - I need to double up on her Mother’s Day presents now that I think about how challenging I was! You also may feel a twinge of jealousy after checking out the extensive summer camp listings on pages 20 and 21. I know how happy I am knowing that my children are having fun, learning new things and making friends. What child wouldn’t be thrilled when they have summer camp options that include: • Creating video games and movies • Playing with robots • Learning the fundamentals of golf and acting • Painting • Rock climbing • Canoeing • Mountain biking • Riding horses • Bowling and even frolicking in a sprinkler Do you think they’d notice if a few of us parents snuck in? We could say that our children have separation anxiety, and we need to be with them so they aren’t scarred for life. I guess I didn’t learn my lessons early on. For those of us who want to take on an adult-sized venture, veteran walker Gloria Avillar shares her tips for training to participate in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day event on page 47. It looks like April is the perfect month to get started. If being outdoors appeals to you but walking 60 miles is out of the question, check out opportunities to volunteer on Lake Allatoona on page 48. U.S. Corps of Engineers Lead Ranger Christopher Purvis acknowledges some helpful volunteers and explains the need for more, just in time for National Volunteer Week, which begins April 10. Downtown Woodstock officials have planned Greenstock day for April 23, just a day after Earth Day. You’ll find the full schedule on page 18. Tune in to your inner child and keep your Around Woodstock magazine handy as you venture out now that spring has sprung. Let us hear about the fun activities you are enjoying!

Candi Hannigan is the executive editor of Around Woodstock. She has lived in Cherokee County since 1987. Send your comments or questions to Candi@AroundAboutMagazines.com.

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What’s New Slim Realities has opened at 8744 Main St., Suite 401. Slim Realities helps clients lose weight, reduce cellulite, fade stretch marks and contour their bodies with a combination of laser and cryotherapy treatments that are non-invasive, painless, drug free and affordable. 770-843-2026. www.slimrealities.com. The Ugly Mug Café is open in Woodstock’s River Park subdivision off Exit 11 (Sixes Road), at 1700 River Park Blvd., Suite 103. The café’s motto is “where friends come together.” Owned and operated by Canton resident Phyllis Matthews, the café offers free WiFi, coffee, an espresso bar, smoothies, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, in a warm atmosphere. www.uglymugcafenga.com.

What’s Coming Nature’s Corner Market should be opening this fall in the former location of WOW Fitness on Parkbrooke Drive off Eagle Drive. The locally owned and operated market, the second location for the owners, will feature products from local vendors, including organic produce, grass-fed beef, nutritional supplements, skin care and organic juice/smoothie bar and café including salads, paninis, wraps, seasonal soups and baked items. www.naturescornermarket.com. Papa John’s International is moving its regional hub to Cherokee County, from which more than 400 Papa John’s stores across seven states will receive fresh pizza dough, food, paper products and other supplies. This location will be one of 10 full-service regional production and distribution centers in the U.S., known as quality control centers. This project, will result in 106 jobs with an average yearly wage of more than $60,000 and more than $15 million in capital investment. The facility will occupy 111,000 square feet of Majestic Realty Company’s building located off Ga. 92 and Northpoint Parkway in Southwest Cherokee County. www.papajohns.com. Eddie Bauer and Starbucks have been permitted for The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta.

Kudos The 2015 Discover Woodstock Scavenger Hunt was honored with the Northwest Georgia’s Historic High Country 2015 Award of Association Excellence in the category for Best Event with Attendance of 1,000 or Less. City officials say it was a great honor for the citywide scavenger hunt to receive this award at the 2016 Winter Chautauqua Tourism Conference. The Discover Woodstock Scavenger will return in late August this year for a new installment. Check out this video to see highlights from the 2015 Discover Woodstock Scavenger Hunt. http://ow.ly/ZLETg

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COMMUNITY BOARD The Around Woodstock Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders from different walks of life. Our board assists us in many ways that include serving as contributing writers, judging our annual Trailblazer award and providing valuable feedback. Donnie Henriques has been mayor of Woodstock since 2006, after having served as city council member beginning with the creation of Ward 6 in 1999. Donnie and his wife, Dr. Jan Henriques, have three children and three grandchildren. He works for Northside Hospital-Cherokee in the community relations department. Kris McKeeth is team leader and visionary for The Premier Group Keller Williams Realty on Main Street in Woodstock, and has more than 25 years experience in real estate. She’s active in many community efforts that include her position on the Business Board of downtown Woodstock and as president of Etowah Foundation. Photographer Darleen Prem specializes in natural light portrait photography and enjoys dog, pet and family photography. She spends much of her time photographing local events for the city of Woodstock and is the official “unofficial” photographer for Woodstock’s fire and police departments. Darleen’s son serves overseas as an Army Military Police Officer. Ross Wiseman started Momentum Church in 2005 and still serves as head pastor. He draws from his experiences in more than 21 years of ministry and 19 years of marriage to challenge, inspire and instruct people in what it takes for better living, loving and laughter. Renee Gable, a sales and marketing executive for Window Expert Tinting, volunteers for many committees that work to improve downtown Woodstock. She is an avid cyclist who aligned herself with Greenprints Alliance because of her desire to help create safe and natural trail riding experiences. Suzanne Litrel is a young adult historical fiction author and doctoral student in GSU’s graduate history program. Suzanne resides with her family in downtown Woodstock, which she is very happy to call home.

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Registration Dates for 2016-17 School Year The Cherokee County School district will hold registration 3:30-6 p.m. April 28 and 9 a.m.-noon April 29 for the 2016-17 school year for kindergarten and first-grade students who are entering school for the first time. Registration is available at all county elementary schools. www.cherokee.k12.ga.us. For more information on kindergarten programs, see the publication “Ready to Learn” under the Parent Information tab at the website. The talent show grand prize winner, Woodstock High School’s duo of Katelyn Nacon and April Schlinkert, won a $1,000 grant for the school. Also pictured are gala cochairs Amanda Arnold, left, and Debbie Rabjohn, right. Photo courtesy of LIFETOUCH.

Record Amount Raised at Gala The Cherokee County Educational Foundation’s second annual Celebration of Education gala last month raised more than $56,000, a record total in donations that will benefit the Cherokee County School District (CCSD) and honored outstanding teachers, students, partners, volunteers and alumni. More than 350 attended the event, which included dinner, awards, a silent auction and the CCSD’s Got Talent high school student talent show. The nonprofit, charitable organization raises awareness and funds to support Cherokee schools, students and teachers. Since the foundation was established in 2012, $120,000 has been awarded. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower was honored as the event’s Honorary Chair, and other special guests included the CCSD Teacher of the Year, Media Specialist of the Year, Counselor of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Partner of the Year. Foundation board members Amanda Arnold, vice president for Credit Union of Georgia, and Debbie Rabjohn, CCSD parent and PTA volunteer, served as gala committee co-chairs. Recipients of the Alumni of the Year awards were Frankie Shepherd, a lifetime educator who retired as Principal of her alma mater, Ralph Bunche High School (now Center), and has volunteered in numerous community service roles; and Gene Norton, a lifetime educator who served as superintendent of schools and in roles for the Georgia Department of Education and Reinhardt University. These honorees will be added to the Cherokee County Educators Hall of Fame, which will open next year on the campus of the new educational services complex under construction at The Bluffs in Canton. Former superintendent Dr. Frank R. Petruzielo also will be inducted into the hall of fame. A new project being undertaken by CCEF also was announced: the establishment of the CCEF Technology Challenge Grant, which will be piloted at Hasty Elementary School Fine Arts Academy. Teachers will have the opportunity to apply for this competitive grant to earn tablet devices for every child in their class to use, and the teacher will receive Microsoft Innovative Educator certification and other special training.

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WellStar Named to Fortune’s Best Companies List For the third consecutive year, WellStar Health System was named one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®, which recognizes companies across the country that have exceptional workplace cultures. The prestigious award is a reflection of WellStar’s commitment to taking care of its team members, who are dedicated to taking care of others. To see the complete 2016 FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, visit www.fortune.com.

A Touch of France in July: Host a French Student for 20 Days Cherokee County families can host a teen student from France July 7-27. Twenty-five French teens ages 14-18 who speak English and are from professional French families need American host families who will provide room and board, hospitality, and friendship (host families are compensated). The teens, who come from Paris to Provence, want to experience American life firsthand and they will have spending money for expenses outside of the home. Linda Farmer, a retired French teacher, along with a French chaperone, oversee the program, which is sponsored by Paris-based Loisirs Culturels à l’étranger. For more information, contact Linda Farmer at lgfarmer@aol. com or 770-973-2452.

Free or Low Cost Health Screening Available The Cherokee County Health Department is offering breast cancer screening and diagnostics at low or no cost to women ages 50-64 who have limited annual income and limited or no health insurance. Screening includes a review of family health history, self-breast exam, clinical breast exam and mammography. Officials also educate women to make healthy lifestyle choices through diet, exercise and tobacco cessation. Learn more at www.nghd.org.

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Preservation Woodstock Partners with Elm Street to Revive the Reeves

A Resource for Cherokee’s Senior Citizens

Elm Street’s Revive the Reeves project received a $10,000 gift from Preservation Woodstock to establish the Juanita Hughes History Room as part of the restoration and transformation of the historic home to be the hub for art in the community. Juanita Hughes is an author of multiple books, a columnist with the Cherokee Tribune, and the retired branch manager of the Woodstock library, where she worked for 20 years. She was named Portrait of Juanita Woodstock’s official historian in 2006; she is Hughes by Ann Litrel responsible for creating and growing the archive collections of the Woodstock Visitors Center. In collaboration with other Preservation Woodstock members, Juanita also assists downtown Woodstock developers by suggesting names of historical significance for new streets. Juanita has been a resident of Woodstock since 1965. “The idea for the history room came from Ann Litrel (Elm Street Board member),” said Christopher Brazelton, Elm Street Operations Manager. “As Juanita often says, ‘There are many ways to preserve history, and art is one of them.’ So we thought it appropriate that our art center contain a place to honor our community’s past. Past is prologue, after all.” Plans for the history room at the Reeves include a conference room, exhibit space, audio-visual display, Woodstock archives and rotating history programs in partnership with other organizations. More information about the Revive the Reeves Project can be found at www.revivethereeves.org -OR- www.elmstreetarts.org/revive-reeves/

Senior citizens and caregivers of seniors may want to mark April 30 on their calendars. The 10th annual Cherokee County TRIAD S.A.L.T Senior Extravaganza will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cherokee County Recreation Center South Annex, 7545 Main St., Building 200, in Woodstock. Featuring a showcase of products and services with more than 70 exhibitors, health screenings, fashion show, police canine demonstration and information for seniors. Door prizes will be drawn every 15 minutes. For more information, visit www.SALTCherokee.com.

A Chance to Meet County Candidates The Cherokee County Farm Bureau, along with the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee, will sponsor a political forum meet and greet at 6:30 p.m. May 3 under the wooden pavilion at Cagle’s Family Farm, 362 Stringer Road, Canton. All local, state and national candidates running for office in 2016 will be invited to attend. If they have opposition, each will have two minutes to speak. The audience will have a chance to write questions to be answered by the candidates. A meet-and-greet time will take place before and after the forum. Homemade ice cream will be served by Boy Scout Troop #465. Sodas and water and peanuts provided by the Farm Bureau. The forum is open to the public. Call 770-479-1481, ext. 0 to RSVP.

Scouts on the Move Visiting the Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville recently with Cub Scout Pack 6410 Tiger Den were Joshua, Ben, Luke, Jonah, Wyatt, Cadman, Alex and Caroline. Jacob, a member of Boy Scout Troop 6410, is collecting shoes for Soles4Souls as his Eagle Scout project. Both groups meet at His Hands Church in Woodstock. 10

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

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Celebrations!

Avie Klimowicz

Age 6 on March 31 Happy Birthday Birdie! We all love you so much.

Enrique Torres

Age 13 on April 1 Happy birthday! We are so proud of you, God bless you! Mom, Dad and sisters

Happy Birthday, Colby

Age 7 on March 26 Love, Mommy, Daddy, Colton and Cooper

Ella Cudabac

Age 10 on April 18 Happy 10th birthday, sweet Ella! We love you! Mom, Dad, Travis, Alex and Molly

Leonardo B. La Fera

Age 4 on April 24 Happy Birthday Lil’ Man Love, Mommy and Daddy

Sierra Warholak

Age 7 on April 28 Happy birthday! We love you so much! Mommy, Daddy, Haley, Jordan and Kelsey

Happy Birthday, Colton

Age 6 on March 13 Love, Mommy, Daddy, Colby and Cooper

Dryden Markovic

Happy 5th birthday to our little Superhero! We love you to the moon and back! Love, Momma, Daddy, Croc and Redd

Xavier Alexander Page Age 4 on March 20 Novalee Scout Page Age 1 on April 14

Happy birthday to our not-so-little boy and our baby girl! You both bring the light into our lives! Love you to the moon and back! Mommy, Daddy, Nana, Pop, Yia Yia and Grandpa Gary

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Norah Luina

Age 8 on April 17 We love you Norah! You’re my girl! Happy birthday! Mom, Dad, Hannah and Charlotte

Mary Lane Hatcher

7 pounds 11 ounces, 21 1/2 inches Proud parents Erin and Carter Hatcher, big brother Nash

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For Readers’ Choice 2016 If you haven’t had a chance to vote, go to www.AroundWoodstockMagazine.com before 5 p.m. April 15 and let us know your favorite small businesses in our community. Our local business owners bring so much value to our community. They offer restaurants where we can grab a delicious meal, service centers to keep our cars in tune, individuals who help educate our children and care for our pets, and medical facilities with physicians we trust to treat our families. Now’s your chance to thank them. Remember: • Please include the location of the business, if there are multiple sites. For example, many restaurants have three or four locations - help us know which one you’re voting for by giving as much information as possible, such as a street or community name. • No more than five votes per category will be accepted from each IP address. • Winners will be announced in the May issue. Businesses will not be notified ahead of time. Everyone will find out at the same time.

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Coloring is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. All materials provided. For ages 16 and up.

April 5, 12, 19

Tuesday Night Tutors available from 6- 7 p.m. Teachers and volunteers from Woodstock Elementary gather most Tuesdays in the children’s department to help with homework, projects and school assignments.

April 5, 12, 19, 26

Brain Games 10 a.m.-noon with puzzles, cards, games, coloring, word puzzles and stimulating conversations along with a cup of green tea.

April 5

Drop-In Crafter-Noon 2-4 p.m. for all ages who enjoy crafting with paper, glue and crayons. All materials provided. This drop-in program requires a participating adult.

April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

Family Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for families with children of all ages. These programs feature stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, music, a free craft activity and a takehome literacy sheet. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.

April 7, 14, 21, 28

Family Storytime at 3:30 p.m. for families with children of all ages. These programs feature stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, music, a free craft activity and a takehome literacy sheet. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.

April 13, 20, 27

Reading Dogs are ready to listen as children 6 years of age and older read to a non-judgmental, furry listener who won’t laugh if mistakes are made or the reader stumbles. Parents register your child for a 10-15 minute session two weeks prior by calling the library.

April 17

LEGO Club meets 3-4:30 p.m. with a different theme each month. Children can work alone or in teams to make their special creation, which will be displayed in the library until next month’s meeting. All ages are invited; ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

April 19

Bookmark Book Club meets 4-5 p.m. Earn seven AR points and have fun doing it, with a discussion on “The Saturday Boy” by David Fleming. Book discussion, fun activity and light refreshments. For ages 9-12. Teen Writers Workshop 6-7:15 p.m. for teen and tween writers in the sixth grade and up.

April 26

LEGO Robotics 4-6 p.m. where children ages 9-14 create, build, control and play with LEGO Robotics. Registration is required. 14

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It’s Not Just for BY ANGELA

The Sequoyah Regional Library System joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide in celebrating the dynamic changes that are happening in today’s libraries. April 10-16 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the changing role of libraries, librarians and library workers. Libraries today are more about what they can do for the library users, as opposed to what they have for patrons. Libraries aren’t only a place of quiet study, but also creative and engaging community centers where people can collaborate using new technologies, or just relax. Libraries are many things to many people. They work with elected officials, small business owners, students and the public to discover and address the needs of their communities. Whether through offering e-books and technology classes, materials for English-language learners, programs for job seekers or offering a safe haven in times of crisis, libraries and librarians listen to the community they serve, and they respond. Libraries of all types are evolving to meet the needs of the communities they serve. At the Sequoyah Regional Library System, we are transforming by offering a variety of unique services and programs. Not sure what we offer for you? At your local library, you can: • Check out audiobooks and DVDs for free with your library card. • Access computer workstations, wireless internet access, copiers and printers.

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• Get free downloads of e-books and audiobooks to your device. • Use a meeting or study room at no charge. • Explore your family history with a variety of genealogy materials. • Get instant access to a variety of test preparation materials, in print and online. • Learn a new language with free access to language databases. Access this information from home or in the library. • Get free admission through one of many experience program passes to Zoo Atlanta, Georgia state parks or the Center of Puppetry Arts. • Attend adult, teen, children or family programs that range from LEGO robotics to Book Clubs and DIY craft sessions. • Access to a knowledgeable and friendly staff ready to answer questions, deliver great service and guide you to your next great read. And remember – a library card is FREE! For more information, call 770-479-3090 or visit www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org.

Libraries Building Close-Knit Groups BY JACKIE LOUDIN

In recent years, knitting and crocheting have made a comeback and their popularity can be experienced first hand in an unlikely place − the local library. Groups meet regularly at locations throughout the county sharing skills, stories and projects. Some have even turned the hobby into a way of giving back to the community. Several members of one local knitting and crocheting club have made caps, booties and blankets to donate to Tiny Stitches, an organization that provides basic clothing, bedding and other items for newborns of families in need in North Georgia (tinystitches.org). They have also made chemo caps for patients who have lost their hair due to chemotherapy treatments. The ladies who attend these events are passionate about their craft and want to keep it alive by passing it on to the next generation. Macey Williams, age 13, attends with her grandmother and is even responsible for teaching her grandmother, Shirley Williams, to knit. Shirley said she treasures the time she gets to spend with her granddaughter and they often make an entire day of it, complete with lunch and shopping. No prior knowledge of knitting or crocheting is necessary; in fact, there are volunteers who will help teach you and get you started. Just bring your yarn, knitting needles or crochet hooks, and a willingness to learn Macey Williams and her grandmother, Shirley, bond over knitting. and laugh.

Woodstock: April 7, 14, 28

Sit & Stitch Social 10 a.m.-noon. Enjoy the company of other creative people while you stitch on your current project.

Ball Ground: April 5 & 19

Crocheting Club 6 - 7:30 p.m. Joyce Jacobs will teach beginners how to crochet. Bring your needles and yarn for a fun-filled learning experience. Call 770-735-2025. No registration required.

Rose Creek: April 5, 12, 19, 26 Angela Glowcheski is the public services director for the Sequoyah Regional Library System. 770-479-3090. www. sequoyahregionallibrary.org.

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Hometown Heroes

Youth Recognized for Determination, Giving Back Ten-year-old Katie Bacon learned the importance of helping others at an early age. Her parents have always encouraged her and her brothers to have some sort of “give back” project at the holidays. In 2010, the children collected 38 coats by going door to door in their neighborhood. Katie, a fourth-grader at Arnold Mill Elementary School, decided to make this her yearly give-back project and partnered with Cherokee Bank (now Hamilton State Bank) to help with collections. The project has grown since In 2010, 5-year-old Katie she started. She collected 53 coats in with brothers Jonathan, 2013, 172 in 2014 and 500 in 2015. 12, and Justin, 9.

Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques presented her with an outstanding citizenship award recently. “It’s pretty amazing what she’s been able to do, especially for someone her age,” Henriques said. In 2014, she was given the Kohl’s Caring Kid award for her coat drive. Mom Kimberly says Katie is a Katie sits on top of a huge pile determined girl. “Her success of coats she collected in 2015. comes from her drive to meet her goals; she just doesn’t give up. Every year she blows our mind by making a new number.” Katie’s goal for 2016? “I’m not sure, but more than last year!”

A Passion for Helping Becomes a Local Legacy BY ALLIE ROBBINS

Whether it’s reading in the classroom, hitting the whip at Friends Formal or cheering on runners at Special Olympics, I have always had a passion for students with special needs. This passion made me aware of a problem in my community. While our area does a great job of educating and serving students with special needs, there were simply not enough activities for them during the winter. As I looked more into this situation, I realized something needed to be done. Combining my love of students with my experience playing and coaching sports, I started planning a basketball team for students with special needs across the county. At first, the task seemed daunting. How do I organize volunteers? How do I register students and make the sport fun? Fortunately, I had the support of many leaders in my community through my incredible school [River Ridge High School]. By reaching out to the leaders around me, all of the tasks grew smaller. We had one goal in mind: making a positive impact on the lives of people we care about. With the help of my administrative team, volunteers from my high school and watching lots of NBA TV with my brother, Challenger Basketball was founded. Allie is on the first row, fourth from the left.

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We had practices on Saturday mornings where players had the opportunity to learn skills and play with their general education peers, all of whom volunteered weekly. The general education student volunteers were energetic and encouraging coaches, teaching new skills and building lasting relationships. Seeing students’ joy after making a basket and their parents’ peace as they had the opportunity to cheer on their player made all of the planning and early mornings beyond worth it. When I began this project two seasons ago, I had one goal in mind: create an opportunity for students with special needs to have fun. One of the most important things I’m taking away from this experience is that one person absolutely can make a difference. If we reach out to the people around us and keep a clear focus, we can truly impact our community for good. I would encourage anyone with a project idea to start making contact with the leaders in their school and to never give up the optimism that put the idea in their heart. Allie is passing on coordination of the program to a high school sophomore, who will lead the program after she graduates.

Elm Street:

Theater and Its Influence on Pop Culture BY CHRISTOPHER BRAZELTON

It’s a really exciting time in theater. Why? One word: Hamilton. Something special happened during this year’s Grammy Awards: members of the cast form the new musical “Hamilton” performed during the ceremony. In 58 years of the Grammys, a musical theater show has been featured a total of seven times before “Hamilton.” I think Taylor Swift has more appearances in one evening at the Grammys. People have been losing their minds over this show. It is popular because the music is pure genius and the story about founding father Alexander Hamilton is remarkable. Plus, you don’t often hear about a hip-hop Broadway show that highlights the birth of America and the National Treasury. Actually, when Lin-Manuel Miranda decided to write this story for the stage, many people laughed. For the first time in two decades (yes, “Rent” is 20 years old … sigh), a Broadway show is pushing its way into pop culture solely because of its music and message. “Hamilton” and a few other recent shows have started a conversation among scholars that we are entering a “New Golden Age” of theater because of how Broadway is affecting pop culture (the original Golden Age of musical theater was 1943-1959). Theater has a bigger impact on culture than many realize. Sometimes it is more obvious than others. For instance, there is a conversation taking place where people look at “instant gratification” like it is a new concept – but a strong argument can be made that this idea was introduced by “Rent” 20 years ago – the theme of the show is “no day but today.” There are many shows that impact culture without direct involvement. I’ll never forget hearing my friend, who was not involved in the theater world say, “Yeah, they get along as well as the Jets and the Sharks.” I was so proud. But even more importantly, “West Side Story” was from the ’50s, yet my fellow millennial was able to reference it even though he hadn’t seen the show. At the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, we know the impact these stories can have. It is one thing to see the audience happy after a show, it’s another to see and feel the effect it had on them. We are thrilled to be doing some shows from the Golden Age that have influenced our society like Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes,” which will be on stage at Elm Street the end of this month through May.

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Woodstock Recycles on Greenstock Day Document Destruction: Georgia Woodstock residents don’t even need Document Destruction will be on site to to get out of their car to participate in shred confidential documents. Limit of the recycling event. The motto for the five boxes per car. day: “Drive through, we’ll unload for Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs, you!” Hearing Aids, Eyeglasses, Magazines/ This event is sponsored by the city Newspapers: Light bulbs must be in of Woodstock, Waste Management, a clear plastic, sealed bag. The long Diversified Recycling, USAgain, tubular style of fluorescent light bulbs Georgia Document Destruction and cannot be accepted. FYI: Home Depot the Lions Club. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. April 23 stores will accept compact fluorescent Electronics, Cell Phones and light bulbs year round. Batteries: All equipment will be Woodstock Elementary School Clothing, Shoes, Belts, Hats, Bedding, broken down by Diversified Recycling 230 Rope Mill Road Towels, Curtains, Purses, Backpacks: A and processed so it can be reused, Visit www.WoodstockParksandRec.com partnership with USAgain guarantees which will lessen demands on local for a complete list of acceptable items. that textiles will be recycled, reducing landfills and keep toxins from leaking textiles landfill waste and emission into the soil and waterways. All gasses, and saving water. disposals will be done free of charge, with the exception of City Wide Yard Sale: The Great American Cleanup CRT TV’s and CRT monitors, which require a fee of $10 and organizes millions of volunteers in activities that encourage projection television sets, requiring a $30 fee. Cell phones individual stewardship for the environment and care for the will be collected for the Cell Phones for Soldiers Program. community. In conjunction with Earth Week, residents are Each donated cell phone provides a soldier overseas with 60 encouraged, city-wide, to hold yard sales. Sign up at www. minutes of prepaid calling service so they may phone their WoodstockParksandRec.com to have a yard sale added to the families back home. Visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com list on the city’s website, flyer, e-mail blast, CraigsList.com, and for more information and self-addressed mailing bags to do it continued on page 60 yourself from home.

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Farmers Market Gets a Facelift BY KYLE BENNETT

The Woodstock Farmers Market celebrates its eighth anniversary this year and at the same time gets a makeover including a new name. The market will now be known as the Woodstock Farm Fresh Market. The new name is a direct reflection of our goal to have it known as the best place to purchase the best locally grown produce. To help guarantee that, we now require that vendors grow at least 85 percent of the product they bring to market. Produce vendors will be subject to inspection to confirm they are growing the required amount. The Woodstock Farm Fresh Market, sponsored by the Bank of North Georgia, will be open 8:30 a.m.− noon every Saturday in May through October on Market Street in downtown Woodstock. Our partnership with the Cherokee County Farm Bureau will continue so we’ll be able to bring events to the market throughout the 2016 season. For more information, call 770-924-0406 or email kbennett@ woodstockga.gov.

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

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2016 Adventures Express Summer Day Camp

Adventures Express Camp through the Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency - for ages 5-8 and 9-12. Weekly camps are 6:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. May 31-July 29, no camp July 4-8. Cost is $130 per week. Children build personal and social skills through teamwork, individual or group interaction. Contact Kate Borden at kborden@cherokeega.com or 770-924-7768.

Art of Living at Community of Hope

Art camp 9 a.m.-noon for ages 7-12. $135 for five-day camp, $85 for three days. For details and dates, call Patricia Reeves at 770-479-6961. www.patriciareeves.com.

Brainy Bytes Technology Camps

Weekly half-day and full-day camps start June 6. Children are supplied with everything they need to create video games, movies, 3D printed objects, robot battles and more. Locations in Woodstock, Acworth and Roswell. 770-826-0449. www.brainy-bytes.com.

Camp Gideon

The Christian camp on Lake Allatoona offers Impact Youth Leadership camp (ages 12 and older) June 18-24. Discovery Day Camp for ages 5−11 is June 20-24, June 27-July 1 and July 4-8. Overnight camp for ages 7-13 is July 11-15 and July 18-22. Costs vary. Camp Gideon is in Acworth at 3545 Walden Lane. www.campgideon.com.

Camp Splash

Gold Swim School camp dates June 6-July 22, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. for ages 4-12. There will be a different theme each week. Daily Schedule includes: swim America swim lesson, arts and crafts, fun swim, outside games, keep fit and movie time. One week is $265 (includes T-shirt and goodie bag), multiple weeks $250 each. Second or more children per family receive 10 percent discount. Registration fee of $20 per camper required for new Gold Swim customers only. Camp fees are non-refundable. $85 daily drop-in rate if space is available. Woodstock Aquatic Center 103 Arnold Mill Road. 770-591-1998. www.goldswim.com.

Canton Golf Club Junior Golf Camp

Learn the fundamentals of golf with PGA Class A instructor Craig King. For ages 7-16. Games and prizes, snacks and beverages provided. Cost is $165. Call or text for dates and times 404-285-7557.

Cherokee YMCA

Campers ages pre-K through 10th grade will have the opportunity for day camp experiences with highly trained staff on 225 acres on Lake Allatoona or at the indoor YMCA in Canton. Activities include water skiing, canoeing, arts and crafts, rock climbing, archery, horseback riding, mountain biking, little princess and Jedi camps, and more. Register for weekly sessions May 31-July 29. Scholarships available. 770-345-9622. www.cherokeeymcaregistration.com. 20

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Guide

It’s important to choose a summer camp experience that fits your child’s personality and needs. Our guide of local summer camps should help make that decision easier. Register early since many camps fill up quickly.

Dance For His Glory Summer dance classes available June 13-17 and July 25-29. 10:30 a.m.noon for ages 3-5 ($40 per week), 10 a.m.-noon for ages 5-6 ($45 per week), 12:30-3 p.m. for ages 7 and older (7-9 are grouped together and ages 10 and older are divided into at least three age levels) ($50 per week). DMC, for company members only, is 3-5:30 p.m. ($50 per week). Classes held at First Baptist Church Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock, on the second floor of the B Building. www. danceforhisglory.net.

Dance Imagination Fairytale Ballet for ages 2 and older 9 a.m.-1 p.m. daily, June and July. Hip Hop camps for ages 5 and older in June and July. Located at 119 Mill St., Woodstock. info@danceimagination.com. 678-445-2731. www.danceimagination.com.

Elm Street Drama Camps Elm Street Cultural Arts Village camps are taught by trained counselors who introduce children ages 5-14 to the world of the theatre. Campers develop poise, movement, speaking and acting skills as they explore improvisation, theatre games, character development and many other skills. Sessions available weekly June 6-July 29. Junior division for ages 5-7, senior division for ages 8-14. 678-494-4251. www.elmstreetarts.org.

Etowah Volleyball Summer Camp Open to rising fourth- through ninth-grade girls. 9 a.m.−noon, June 6-9 at Etowah High School’s new gym. Cost is $115; sibling discount available. www. etowaheaglesvolleyball.com.

Future Owl Youth Camp

Future football players can experience the excitement of Kennesaw State University football at one of two individual one-day camps for rising third- through eighth-graders. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13 and July 11 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium. $60 fee includes lunch and T-shirt. www.BrianBohannonFootballCamps.com.

Georgia All-Star Gymnastics Day Camp

Children will participate in gymnastics, arts and crafts, outdoor and indoor games, sprinkler time, watch movies, and have quiet time to read, rest or play alone. Sessions are held 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekly May 31-July 29. Half-day and full-day rates available. 105 Arnold Mill Park, Woodstock. 770-516-2654. info@ga-allstars.com. www.ga-allstars.com.

Green Acres Equestrian Center’s Summer Horseback Riding Day Camp

Learn horsemanship and English riding skills. Enjoy arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, friendships and more. Weekly camps May 30-July 29 (except week of July 4), 9 a.m.−2 p.m. Monday−Friday. $375 per week if registered by April 30, then $395 per week. www.greenacresonline. com. 354 Bluebird Acres Road, Woodstock, GA 30188. 770-517-5154. greenacresonline@bellsouth.net

Soccer Camp

Nuno Piteira’s Soccer Experience (NPSE) June 16–19 and June 23–26. Junior division, ages 9-12; senior division, ages 13-17. Cost for overnight camp $510, commuter camp $450, overnight elite camp $545, elite commuter camp $495. The elite camp is for the technically advanced academy or select player that has been playing for two years or more. The curriculum is more challenging, as is the competition for the week. Each camper will receive a NPSE Tshirt and shoe bag at check-in and a written evaluation from their coach at check-out. Camps are hosted by Reinhardt University, Waleska. 770-640-1588. nuno@ soccerexperieince.net.

The Stables at Towne Lake

Registration is open for barrel racing camp (June 6-10 and July 11-15) and English riding camp (June 20-24 and July 18-22.) Hours are 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. A $100 deposit is required with the balance of $225 due before the first day of camp. Discounts given for multiple camps weeks. 678-718-7180.

KAOS Camp

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency offers exclusive camp for residents ages 6 -22 who have special needs and want a place to hang out. Weekly camps are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 31 - July 29, (no camp July 4-8) with a 1:3 ratio of experienced counselors to participants and three field trips weekly. Activities include arts and crafts, swimming, bowling and bounce house fun. Kids will experience independence while surrounded by peers; campers are divided by age. Cost is $130 per week with a non-refundable $30 deposit. Contact Kate Borden at kborden@ cherokeega.com or 770-924-7768.

Kids Time Academy

Adventure and Exploration Camp has weekly themes with field trips and activities for ages 4-12. Camp includes full meal plan. 9562 Bells Ferry Road, Canton. www.kidztymeacademy.com.

Paper.Scissors.Cake

The children’s art studio will offer mixed media camps for children ages 6-12 that include time for sketchbooks and stories, painting, drawing, collage, assemblage and more. Also available, toddler camps for children 20 months-3 years and preschool camps for children 3 ½-5. Call 404-867-1630 for camp dates. 6687 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. Check Paper.Scissors.Cake’s Facebook page.

Safety Town

Offering two 9 a.m.-noon sessions, June 6-10 and June 13-17. Each day focuses on a different safety message: water, fire, strangers, school bus, poison, traffic and pedestrian safety. $75 fee includes T-shirt and daily snack. Participants need to bring a bike helmet each day. Bascomb Elementary School in Woodstock. www.cherokeecountysafetytown.org.

Teams of Sports/Science (TOSS) Camp

For ages 5-12, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, May 31-July 22. Learn how science permeates our world through the habits of outdoor creatures, the memory capacity of robots, the chemistry of your favorite food recipes and the physics behind championship sports. Students will participate in volleyball, tennis, cheerleading, basketball, etc. Field trips include the Tellus Science Museum, the library, bowling, skating and more. Registration $40, weekly cost is $125. Allen Temple Church, 232 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. www.allentempleame.org.

Teen Adventure Camp

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency camp provides adventure for teens age 13-15. Camp is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily June 27- July 1. Cost is $250. Campers travel to various activities. Lunch included on some trips. Registration begins at 9 a.m. April 18 online (www.crpa.net/ camps/school-break-camps/) or in person at the Recreation Center. Contact Kate Borden at kborden@cherokeega.com or 770-924-7768.

Towne Lake Community Church Summer Camp

For children ages 4−11. 9 a.m.−2 p.m. Monday−Friday, June 6–July 22 (closed July 4–8). Games, crafts, playground, weekly themes and weekly water activities. $90 per week or $25 per day. One-time registration fee of $20 per child or $25 per family. Towne Lake Community Church, 132 North Medical Parkway. camp@tlcchurch.com. 678-445-8766, ext. 203.

Waterlogged Camp

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency camp for ages 9-12; 9 a.m.-4p.m. with three sessions: June 13-17, July 11-15 and July 25-29. Cost is $250 per week. Bring swimsuit, sunscreen and towel for various supervised water activities. Registration begins 9 a.m. April 18 online (www.crpa. net/camps/school-break-camps/) or in person at the Recreation Center. Contact Kate Borden at kborden@cherokeega.com or 770-924-7768. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

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Many cyclists and bikers hit the road when the weather gets warmer, which makes sharing the road safely a priority for drivers. We would like to share a dear friend’s story as a safety reminder to Emma, Daniel, Mandy and Mark, Puckett. always be extra alert and to keep an eye out for motorcyclists on the roadways. On Oct. 5, 2015, 56-year-old Canton resident Mark Puckett took advantage of a beautiful fall day by taking his Harley out for a spin. He didn’t return home the same man. His family was celebrating his daughter Emma’s 15th birthday when the sheriff’s deputy pulled into the driveway and rang the doorbell. The deputy informed his wife Mandy that Mark had been involved in an accident not far from their home. His motorcycle had been t-boned in front of the Publix Shopping Center at the intersection of East Cherokee Drive and Highway 140, and he was thrown 200 feet in one direction while his motorcycle landed 100 feet in the other direction. Fortunately, the truck in front of Mark was driven by a paramedic who

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witnessed the accident and cared for him until authorities arrived at the scene. Mark suffered a traumatic brain injury along with broken ribs and ankles and a punctured lung. When Mandy arrived at North Fulton Hospital, doctors had given Mark a 5 percent chance of survival. His brain injury required a large portion of his skull to be removed to allow for swelling. Mark was in a coma for two weeks and remained in ICU until he was transferred to the Shepherd Center. Healing came with numerous surgeries and setbacks that included pneumonia, bacterial infections and many life-threatening scares. Before his accident, Mark was a successful solutions engineer for Salesforce.com. A former skydiving instructor and licensed pilot, Mark lived life fully every day. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, hiking, golfing and dirt biking with his family and friends. Despite his adventurous lifestyle, Mark was meticulous and deliberate about all things, especially safety. His family is his world and he always worked hard to make sure they were well taken care of. Despite our best efforts, few can plan well enough to cover the expenses necessary for this type of tragic event. Today, Mandy is filling the roles of mom and dad while caring for Mark. Because traumatic brain injuries require several years to fully heal, it will be a while before they understand what their future will hold. Meanwhile, Mark has been moved to an assisted living facility near their home to receive 24/7 care, an expense that is not covered by insurance. With limited help from extended family, Mandy is faced with staggering physical, emotional and financial challenges. We would like to appeal to our readers as well as the biking community to donate or consider fundraising events in support of this sweet family. For more information, please send an email to aaeverydayangels@gmail.com. Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Cherokee County since 2000. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www.everydayangels.info to donate via Paypal or send your donations to: Everyday Angels, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will go to the family you specify. Also, if you know of a special need within your community that you would like to share, please send an e-mail to aaeverydayangels@gmail.com for consideration and qualification.

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LEANING LADDER Olive Oil Leaning Ladder features ultra premium olive oils that exceed national standards for extra virgin olive oil imports into the United States. The rows of shelves at the heart of Leaning Ladder are stocked with 35 of the freshest olive oils from around the world and more than 35 balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. Each variety has a sample bottle with plenty of small cups available for tasting. The store concept is “try before you buy,” and they make it easy by offering samples of brownies, fudge, crusty bread and dips displayed on the store’s kitchen island. The kitchen area, which takes up most of one wall in the store, features a six-burner stove and a large island where participants in the cooking classes can watch the guest chefs in action. Class size is limited to 12 and can include hands-on participation. Guests eat the meal that is prepared and are given custom recipes incorporating the store’s oil, vinegars, and other gourmet items. In addition to cooking classes, Leaning Ladder also hosts private events. Displays of gift items, pastas (including a gluten-free section), and kitchen and entertaining accessories are scattered throughout the store. Selections include boutique wines, salts, spices, rubs, bread, soups, honey, soaps, Verdant Kitchen ginger products, custom cutting/ bread boards and more. The website is a wealth of information, offering recipes and an online store. Custom or ready-made gift baskets are available for all occasions, and can be shipped anywhere in the United States. 105 East Main St., Suite 126, Woodstock, 30188. www.leaningladderoliveoil.com AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

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This Representative’s Honest Self-Assessment BY STATE REP. MICHAEL CALDWELL

You first elected me to be your voice in our House of Representatives in 2012. I started on Jan. 13, 2013, and I will remember that day for the remainder of my life. As I write this in early March of 2016, I have just completed qualifying for reelection in the 2016 cycle after nearly four legislative sessions have come to a close. Qualifying is a fancy way of describing the process that those seeking elected office go through to pay the fee required to have our names placed on the ballot. This is my fourth time going through this process (the third time since you elected me, having lost in 2010 and won in 2012 and 2014). At the time of this writing, I do not know whether my re-election will be opposed. These are moments in life that call for reflection, and it is my prayer that each of your elected officials will seize the time to consider and question the difference they are making. I certainly am. As I reflect, I ask myself these questions: Would 2010 Michael approve of the job I am doing? Have I kept my commitments to each of you? Am I still an effective voice to further the conservative cause? Do I represent the will of our community? I can’t be the only one to wonder what a younger version of myself would think of the job I am doing. As a 26-year-old, I’m sure that I am eliciting plenty of laughter from each of you about reflecting on a “younger self,” but the 22-year-old who won that election had some extremely high standards for what his time as an elected official would look like. I’m constantly endeavoring to

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live up to his (my) expectations, and I pray that each of you see me as continuing to do so. My father spent his career in sales, and I have followed closely in his footsteps in my professional career. He taught me that “people buy from people they like and people they trust.” The lesson was that relationships matter more than anything. Trust is stronger than currency. I am striving to build relationships in the Capitol with those on both sides of the aisle to ensure that I can be the best possible advocate for you. There is not a member of the House who would tell you that I am shy to push my “No” button. It is well exercised, but it is my honest hope that each of my colleagues understands the difference between a judgment on policy and a judgment on character. I’m proud to serve with each of them, and I am in search of ways that we can work together to push conservative, common sense policy for a stronger Georgia. The limited word count that I get in this column each month doesn’t nearly allow me to outline the self assessment that I have been undergoing. Qualifying is a time in which I reflect. I continued on page 60 Michael Caldwell is the state representative for District 20, which includes Towne Lake and Woodstock. He can be reached at 678-523-8570 or email him at Michael. Caldwell@house.ga.gov

New Sidewalks Expanding to Connect More of Downtown Woodstock SUBMITTED BY THE PREMIER GROUP

Last year, Woodstock was named one of the Top 50 Places to Live in the U.S. by Money magazine, and was the only Georgia city to make the list. A big part of what makes Woodstock so special is its increasingly vibrant and expanding downtown. New restaurants, shops, music and other entertainment venues are opening on Main Street this year, offering more reasons for people to spend time there. Fortunately, city officials and developers are making it easier for residents and visitors to walk to the downtown business district, keeping people out of their cars and out of traffic. Woodstock is encouraging more pedestrian connectivity in the downtown area, and major strides have already been made through the Greenprints trail system. “This is really about alternative transportation,” said Brian Stockton, director of the Office of Economic Development & Downtown Development Authority for the City of Woodstock. “The trail has many connection points to the places that people actually want to go. Unlike some other trails, you do not have to drive or bike to the trail; you can simply walk.” This pedestrian-oriented mindset is permeating into new downtown Woodstock developments. The latest example of this is being constructed along Dupree Road, near Goshen Lane, where an eight foot-wide sidewalk is being completed. Across Goshen Lane, this sidewalk will connect with a new one that the city is planning along Dupree to reach the existing sidewalks at Reeves Street. According to city officials, the new connection should be complete this spring. Ultimately, this sidewalk should extend west down Dupree to Woofstock Dog Park and the Greenprints trails. When this happens, residents and visitors to Dupree will be able to walk or bike south and west along Noonday Creek to Highway 92 and even under I-575 to Towne Lake. Perhaps best of all, these gracious new sidewalks will provide safe and direct access to all of the best that downtown Woodstock has to offer. This enhanced connectivity to our remarkable downtown is a win-win for us all, and just another reason why Woodstock will continue to be one of the best places to live in the U.S. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

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Springtime in Woodstock PHOTOS BY DARLEEN PREM

The sidewalks were crowded on a recent day when the temperature hit the 80-degree mark. Many outdoor opportunities await residents in downtown Woodstock.

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Dean Rusk: Cherokee County Statesman BY BETSY TROPE

Recently, Cuba has been in the news as More than 4,000 people filled the college America’s relationship with the island just grounds as Rusk addressed the conflict in off the Florida coast changes dramatically. Cuba and urged the students to be of service Fifty-five years ago this month, Cuba also to their country, a common theme in the dominated the headlines, as the Bay Kennedy administration. of Pigs crisis unfolded, with a Cherokee Even after the resolution of the Cuban County native at the heart of the action. Crisis, Rusk’s tenure as secretary was filled David Dean Rusk, born near Woodstock with turmoil. Rusk and Kennedy did not get in 1909, was chosen by President John along well. Although Rusk offered to resign F. Kennedy to serve as secretary of state several times, by 1963 rumors suggested Rusk, shown speaking at Reinhardt College’s homecoming celebration in 1961, had 13 family in late 1960. The son of two school that the president might dismiss him. In members graduate from the Waleska institution. teachers, Rusk attended Davidson College November 1963, everything changed when and studied international relations as a Rhodes scholar at Oxford Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. Rusk again turned in his University. Following his U.S. Army service in World War II, Rusk resignation to President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was again refused. joined the U.S. Department of State, where he focused on political He enjoyed a closer relationship with Johnson than Kennedy, since affairs in the Far East. Shortly after his election, Kennedy consulted both came from rural, southern backgrounds. Vietnam dominated with Rusk on potential nominees for secretary of state, never the later years of Rusk’s term. His strong support for military action mentioning Rusk as a candidate. It was quite a surprise when in Vietnam made him the target of anti-war protesters. Dean Rusk Kennedy called the next day to offer him the position. left office in 1969 as one of the second-longest serving secretaries Kennedy and Rusk’s first months in office turned into a trial by of state (he shares the honor with William H. Seward; they both fire, as tensions grew between the United States and the Soviet served for seven years and 364 days). He returned to his home Union, centered on Cuba. On April 17, 1961, CIA-sponsored state, teaching international law at the University of Georgia. He forces landed at the Bay of Pigs, on the south coast of Cuba, and retired from there in 1984, and died a decade later. attempted to invade Cuba and overthrow Fidel Castro’s Communist government. The operation failed and was a major embarrassment Canton native Betsy Teasley Trope earned master’s degrees for Kennedy. in Egyptology from Johns Hopkins University and in heritage preservation from Georgia State University. She is program Only a few days after this crisis, Rusk returned to Cherokee manager at the Cherokee County Historical Society. County to speak at Reinhardt College’s homecoming celebration.

Learning to Move: The Right Choice BY MATT NEAL

Back in the day, our forefathers were not the sedentary, Netflix-watching slugs we are today. I’m not speaking for all of you, of course, but our modern world makes it easy to be less active. Almost everything our ancestors did required more movement than similar tasks today. There’s one thing many of us have in common; most of our ancestors were farmers. With few exceptions, we all come from long lines of hard-working people. But with modern technology came time and energy-saving devices, and a way of life that allowed for a LOT more leisure time. Today, we have to get in the right mind-set to drag ourselves to the gym once in a while. The problem is, it’s our choice. In generations past, people had no choice but to work hard and sweat. If you could take a time machine and load it with all of today’s fun, labor-saving devices – as well as a flat screen TV, a laptop, streaming videos and WiFi – do you think our ancestors would turn up their noses? Heck no! They would LOVE to sit back and surf the web while the dishwasher and washing machine did the work. It’s not that they were more devoted to fresh food and exercise. They just didn’t have that choice. I have plenty of friends and relatives who play sports, run marathons or work out at the gym. This isn’t directed to those

people. It’s for the rest of us – we need to find something to keep us active, especially as we get older. Something as simple as walking can help keep you healthy. The trick is to find something fun to do that requires physical activity. I have a friend who developed a passion for gold panning. He found himself tromping through the woods every week. It amounted to hiking for miles – something he wouldn’t have done just for the sake of walking. The rules are simple. Your activity must be outdoors, and it must require some physical activity. Any amount of activity is healthier than sitting on the sofa watching TV. Here are some suggestions: • Buy a metal detector and start tromping through fields looking for old things. • Get a pair of binoculars and go bird watching. • Walk your dog – if you don’t have a dog, get one. • Learn to play golf, and don’t use the cart.

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Helping Hands

The

HOPE Center

Offers Resources, Support BY SUSAN SCHULZ

Each month, Susan features a different nonprofit in Cherokee County - to let readers know where they can plug in as volunteers or go to be served. “T” came to the HOPE Center for a pregnancy test. The positive results overwhelmed her. But after her ultrasound, she wrote this in an email to the sonographer: “I’m starting to get so excited about my baby girl. I can’t wait to meet her ... despite all of the trials I have been dealing with, and all my fear and frustration, I can’t help but be excited. You will forever hold a place in my heart. I will never forget that first ultrasound, and how personal you made it for me.” Every woman has the right to choose when and how she wants to start a family. The HOPE Center is a safe haven that offers guidance without judgment, medical testing without fees, and renewed hope for a better tomorrow. Since its foundation in 1990, the HOPE Center has grown exponentially. At last year’s 25th anniversary banquet, HOPE Center officials celebrated with more than 600 supporters raising $500,000 to continue expanding their influence in our area. The fundraising provided capital needed to expand the center from 4,400 square feet to 6,600 square feet at 295 Molly Lane in Woodstock. Office space currently is under construction for the expansion of the thrift store, the administration and education offices, and a new medical clinic. The center’s thrift store, which has been in operation

Seeds Thrift Store features furniture items, above, as well as clothes and shoes, top right. 30

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Since its foundation in 1990, the HOPE Center has grown exponentially.

since late 2006 as Baby & More, was renovated and rebranded in the spring of 2015 as Seeds Thrift Store. The name change reflects an enhanced inventory and product selection of clothing for everyone—men, women and children—household goods and furniture. The HOPE Center accepts donations from area residents. All proceeds provide free services for needy clients. The Center’s Image Clear Ultrasound is a mobile unit that operates in the heart of Atlanta five days a week providing free ultrasounds and medical testing. Thanks to recent fundraising success, a second unit is on order and will be delivered in June. The HOPE Center also offers mentoring (for both parents), sexual integrity education, abortion recovery, educational programs and medical testing for STDs. Clients earn while they learn when they complete parenting and childbirth classes. The earned Mommy Money and Daddy Dollars are spent in the Seeds Thrift Store for needed supplies, clothing, and equipment. Volunteers are needed at the HOPE Center - 12,000 to 14,000 volunteer hours are needed each year. Sponsored walkers also are welcomed at the annual Walk for Life on May 7, 2016. All donations are tax deductible. HOPE Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. For more information visit www.supporthopecenter.com or call 770-924-7990.

Susan Schulz is a Bible teacher, author, wife, and mom of three grown children. She lives and plays along the Etowah River and loves serving at Woodstock City Church.

Lifestyle

Put Your Tax Refund to Work SUBMITTED BY IVAN GARCIA

In 2014, the average tax refund was about $2,700. If you got that much this year, what would you do with it? You can probably think of a lot of things you might do with $2,700. You might decide to splurge and buy some big-ticket item you’ve been eyeing. Or you could use the money to pay down some bills, which might be a good idea especially if it helps improve your cash flow. As an alternative, though, you also should consider investing the money. You might not think $2,700 would make that big a difference to your investment portfolio. But if you invested that $2,700 in a tax-advantaged account, such as an IRA, and you left the money alone, what might you earn? After 30 years, your $2,700 would have grown to more than $20,500, assuming no further contributions and a hypothetical 7 percent annual return. That’s not a fortune, of course, but it would help boost your retirement savings somewhat—and since it originated from a tax refund, it was accumulated pretty effortlessly from your point of view. Now suppose you put that same amount— $2,700— into your IRA each year for 30 years. Again assuming that same hypothetical 7 percent annual return, your money would have grown to more than $272,000. And that amount can indeed make a rather big difference in your retirement lifestyle. Keep in mind that you’d eventually have to pay taxes on that $272,000 if you had been investing in a traditional IRA, which is taxdeferred but not tax-free. It is possible, however, that if you start

taking withdrawals when you retire, you’ll be in a lower tax bracket. If you meet the income guidelines for contributing to a Roth IRA, though, you could avoid the tax issue altogether on your $272,000. That’s because Roth IRA earnings grow tax-free, provided you don’t start withdrawals until you’re 59½ and you’ve had your account for at least five years. Thus far, we’ve only talked about putting your tax refund to work in your IRA, which, as we’ve seen, can be a very good idea. But suppose you’ve already developed the excellent habit of maxing out on your IRA each year by contributing a set amount each month? You can currently put in up to $5,500 per year to your IRA, or $6,500 if you’re 50 or older. So you could fully fund your IRA by putting in about $458 per month (or $541 per month if you’re 50 or older). Those amounts are not unreasonable, especially as you move deeper into your career and your salary increases. If you already reach these limits each month, what could you do with your tax refund? You can start by looking closely at your portfolio to see if any gaps exist. Could you, for example, use your tax refund to further

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Financial advisor Ivan Garcia has lived in the Woodstock area for 17 years. He joined Edward Jones in 2007. Ivan can be reached at 770-926-0105 or ivan.garcia@edwardjones.com.

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Hey, I’m Trying To Take a Vacation

LET ME WORK! BY ANN LITREL

Most of us have a personal cross to bear – losing weight, saving money, getting along with family… My Achilles’ heel is “lack of focus.” From the time I was 6, I’ve kinda-sorta known that my life purpose is being an artist. But from the time I was 6, I’ve kinda-sorta let myself get distracted by other things. There. I’ve said it. It’s official. Some people would call this a character flaw: lack of focus. I personally prefer the term, multi-faceted. It sounds so much more admirable. Now that I’m 50-plus, I find myself making new life resolutions. Or more accurately, I find myself re-making the same old resolutions with renewed determination. Heck, I even went so far as to ask my parents for their “life advice.” This proves just how desperate I‘ve become. (My mom gave me this nugget: “Make sure you’re doing what you really want to be doing. Your 50s is the decade to do it.”) But instead of painting, I end up volunteering for the Elm Street Arts Center. Or helping with my husband’s medical practice. Or organizing outings with friends. Or cooking vegan for the family. No matter what I’m doing, I am plagued with the uncomfortable sense I should be painting instead. Blow everyone off!!! Be a free-spirited artist!!! The dam of emotions burst on a recent vacation to the

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Caribbean. And I want to give myself a tiny pat: I’d brought an artist kit even an astronaut could find room for. A stack of small pastel boards, 5” x 7.” And a box of pastels. (My husband Michael calls these expensive crayons.) It was perfect for our tiny cruise ship cabin, where my easel was a laminate table the size of a TV tray. I’m sharing here the steps of a small pastel I did on the trip: Barefoot in Jamaica: the Beach at Ocho Rios. I always thought vacation was to get away from work. But it turned out my vacation was fun because I got my real work done.

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

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Slip and Fall Injuries at Grocery Stores BY JAMES IMBRIALE

Georgia law imposes a duty on store owners to make their premises free from dangerous hazards that may cause injuries. If this duty is violated and you have suffered an injury because of unsafe store conditions, you may be able to recover monetary damages. The Official Code of Georgia at section 51-3-1 states, “Where an owner or occupier of land, by express or implied invitation, induces or leads others to come upon his premises for any lawful purpose, he is liable in damages to such persons for injuries caused by his failure to exercise ordinary care in keeping the premises and approaches safe.” Georgia case law then says that a person injured in a slipand-fall incident must satisfy the following two elements to have a valid claim: (1) the owner had actual knowledge of the dangerous condition or should have reasonably known through the use of due care that the dangerous condition existed; (2) the injured person was unaware of the dangerous condition. You will need to show that the store was negligent or did not take ordinary care to keep the property safe and that you were being careful at the time. The main case on this topic is Robinson v Kroger, 493 S.E.2d 403 (Ga. 1997). To prove that the owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, you must present evidence that the dangerous condition existed for such a long period of time that it should have been discovered by the owner or the staff if they had exercised reasonable care in inspecting the premises. If a store’s employees were in the

immediate vicinity of the dangerous condition, or if the store was understaffed and they should have cleaned up the hazard but did not, that satisfies the failure to maintain the property free from hazards. Store owners or their insurance companies frequently attempt to avoid liability by claiming that the injured person could have somehow walked around the hazard, but failed to do so because he or she was not paying attention. This is called the “open and obvious” defense and applies when the injured person was not watching where he or she was walking or in some other way failed to exercise due care. Under the open and obvious defense, the owner is not liable for the injuries if the existence of the hazard was obvious to a reasonable person who was paying proper attention to his or her walking path. Soon after an injury, insurance company adjusters have been known to ask victims leading questions so that they inadvertently agree to this. Never agree to a “recorded” statement by the insurance company. Consult an injury attorney first. If the store owner or employees actually knew about the hazard, such as an ongoing leak from a refrigerator, then they have a duty to put up warning signs around the area. If a water continued on page 60 James Imbriale and Jeff Yashinsky, personal injury attorneys at Hartman – Imbriale LLP, have strictly practiced personal injury law for the past 24 years and work and live in Towne Lake. 678-445-7423.

UV Lights in HVAC Systems Eliminate Contaminates BY DAN JAPE

Germicidal or UV lights for heating and air conditioning systems are used to kill the DNA of germs, viruses, mold spores, bacteria and fungi as they pass through the air-handler system. A strategically placed UV light is effective at killing close to 100 percent of these harmful pollutants. Installing a UV HVAC system in your condensing unit — the air handler — provides a cost-effective method to clean all the air as it passes through the system. How Do They Work? UV lights for HVAC systems are designed to use a particular wavelength of light — 254 nanometers — that is absorbed by the DNA of microorganisms. After exposure to the UV light, the organisms are unable to produce the proteins they need to survive. Although the UV light does not kill the germs immediately, it nullifies their ability to cause harm and shortens their lifespan considerably. Why Install a UV Light in the HVAC System? The volume of air inside your home is immense. Treating it effectively as a whole is nearly impossible because UV lights also can be harmful to humans. Inside your air handler, however, is a different story. Your HVAC system draws the air into its evaporator unit and forces it out through air registers — the vents — placed around your home. Installing the UV light inside your evaporator unit makes perfect sense, as the air must pass over the UV light as it is circulated. 34

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What Are the Limits of UV Lights? UV lights for your HVAC will not alleviate your symptoms caused by allergens, since dust as well as dead fungi will still be present. Also, if your HVAC system has damaged or leaky ducts, the vacuum created in the ducts could draw in new contaminates from attics and crawl spaces, limiting the UV light effectiveness. The UV light is only effective when microorganisms make contact with its light spectrum. Any of the aforementioned contaminates shielded from its light spectrum will survive. How Is It Installed? A professional air conditioning technician should handle the installation of UV lighting inside the evaporating unit of your home. The light must be wired to the HVAC evaporating unit so it activates only when the system is in operation. Before installing the equipment, the technician should clean the air-handler system thoroughly and inspect the ductwork for leaks. This will provide optimum conditions for the UV light system.

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David Waters for

Cherokee County Sheriff Lifelong County Resident Will Bring Honor, Strength and Experience to the Office

Elect David Waters 770-655-4626

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David Waters met Truett Cathy, founder of Chickfil-A, when he and his wife visited corporate headquarters in 2011.

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ormer Forsyth County Commander David Waters, a lifelong resident of Cherokee County, is asking for your vote on May 24 for Cherokee County sheriff. David is known for building bridges with community residents and he looks forward to forming a partnership between the employees of the sheriff’s office and the citizens they serve. He firmly believes in being personally involved in each community, and makes those connections by attending neighborhood meetings and establishing active neighborhood watch programs. As Cherokee County sheriff, David pledges to defend and stand up for each person’s constitutional rights and strive to preserve life, liberty and freedom while enforcing state and local laws. Under his leadership, every asset of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office will be utilized to assure citizens that their sheriff’s office will operate effectively and efficiently, and with good stewardship of taxpayers’ dollars. One issue close to David’s heart is eradicating heroin use in the county, a problem that has become epidemic. “My heart is with the heroin addicts and their families, because they cannot stop this addiction on their own,” he said. “In 2015, more than 85 lives were lost to heroin. As your sheriff, I will deal with this problem. It has to stop.” After he is elected, he will continue to serve as vice chairman on the board of the Keely Foundation, an organization of business leaders, professionals and parents that meets twice monthly to resolve the heroin problem. David is committed to bringing awareness and education to

county residents, and he vows to heroin dealers that after he’s elected sheriff, “I will come after you and not stop until you have been located, arrested and prosecuted to the extent the law will allow.”

Professional Qualifications

David’s career began in May 1978, and he has been assigned to and has commanded the Cherokee and Forsyth County Sheriff’s Offices, Uniform Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Division, Office of Professional Standards (Internal Affairs), Narcotics Division and Special Services. Among his other achievements: • Law enforcement training in seven states, with two national certifications as a graduate of the 122nd Administrative Officers Course at the Southern Police Institute at the University of Louisville, Ky., and the National Animal Control Association, Nashville. Fewer than 1 percent of all law enforcement personnel are accepted into the Southern Police Institute and even fewer graduate from this prestigious academy. David accomplished both. • Certifications from the Georgia Peace Officers Standards Training Council including levels 1 through 3 in Law Enforcement Supervision, Law Enforcement Management and Executive Law Enforcement Management. • Certifications in Homicide Investigations, Major Case Investigations levels 2, 3, 4 and 5, Criminal Psychological Profiling,

Robbery Investigation, Interviews and Interrogations, Family Violence, C.O.P.S. Training for Command Staff, Georgia Criminal Law, Police Crisis Intervention, Managing Interpersonal Relationships and Police Liability. This list outlines achievements that are essential for an effective sheriff. However, there is one life-changing event that David considers most important. While serving with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office in 1997, David saved the life of a 3-month old baby who was choking as her mother flagged down his patrol car along Ga. 400. Without his quick response, which included CPR, the child most likely would have died. He received the Medal of Valor for his efforts and during a reunion 10 years later, he gave young Cassidy Sullens the award, which she treasures today. “It was one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever encountered as a law enforcement officer,” he said.

Coveted Endorsements

David is the only candidate endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police and most recently won the endorsement of former Georgia Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers, who said, “I stand with David as another true conservative as he plans to hold the line on spending while providing excellent public service to protect our county.” David Waters wants your support and vote to become Cherokee County’s next sheriff. Honor, strength and experience are the three elements that will enable him to provide security to the citizens, children, homes, schools and David and Brenda Waters have been married places of worship. 10 years. David and his wife, Brenda, are proud members of Sutallee Baptist Church and live in the Macedonia community. For more information about David, please go to his website at www.DavidWatersforSheriff.com or call if you have questions at 770-655-4626. He knows hearing ideas about your sheriff’s office will only help him as he implements the open-door policy he intends to have while serving as your sheriff.

During a recent reunion, Cassidy Sullens and David Waters pose with the photo taken a few months after Waters saved her from choking.

David with Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal and Mrs. Deal during a 2013 event.

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Rob’s Rescues BY ROB MACMILLIAN

I went to the Gwinnett County jail. First I went to Sheriff Butch Conway’s office and talked to him and asked him questions about his Jail Dogs program and how me and my mom will try and bring it to Cherokee County. Sheriff Conway’s dog JP is from Hurricane Katrina. Then I went to see the dogs that the inmates in the jail train and take care of. I saw Roxy who is a yellow pitbull Labrador mix, Sonya who does lots of tricks and is black and white, and Bandit whose This cat (from Cherokee County back legs do not work. I Animal Shelter) is called Mya. also found a basketball She is 1 year old and free to adopt. She likes toys and is hoop in there and made quite shy. If you throw a soft a shot from half court. I toy at her she will pounce on it. also went to the cat section which is in the laundry section with the female inmates. These were my questions to Sheriff Conway: How long have you been doing the jail dogs program? Sheriff Conway: Since 2010. How many dogs and cats have you rescued? Sheriff Conway: 295+ dogs. Cats are a relatively recent introduction, 41 cats so far.

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now has a Facebook page!

How many dogs and cats are here right now? Sheriff Conway: 17-20 dogs and 10-15 cats. Who should I talk to to get Jail Dogs in Cherokee County? Sheriff Conway: The sheriff, who is changing.

Sheriff Conway, his dog JP and Rob. JP stands for Jefferson Parish, which is where the sheriff took his SWAT team after Hurricane Katrina.

How do you choose the prisoners who get a dog? Sheriff Conway: By classification (dangerous or not). They must have good behavior in jail. They must have not committed a crime of violence or involving animal abuse. There is a long waiting list of prisoners to get into this program and it is interesting in that it is quite common for competing gang members to bond over the care and training of the dogs. Do the dogs sleep in the cells? Sheriff Conway: They have a kennel in the cells, but most sleep in bed with the prisoner. Jail Dogs is a partnership between the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department and the Society of Humane Friends of Georgia. The program saves dogs from Gwinnett County Animal Control and places them with selected inmates. The animals are vetted, trained and subsequently offered for adoption. The Gwinnett program is the first of its kind in a jail (most programs like this are in prisons where the inmates are in there for longer terms).

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

A Perfectly Imperfect Weekend Morning BY CLAIRE FROST

I awoke on Saturday morning at 8. Let me repeat - 8 a.m.! (Cue the shock and awe, moms.) Confused, I checked the monitor… She was still asleep: Miraculous! I’d have time to squeeze in my favorite hobby: a hot shower. This morning was shaping up to be a luxurious one. When I was done, I could hear she was awake. Toddler chatter; is there anything better? Then I discovered she spit up a little in her crib. Ugh, bummer. Instead of rushing downstairs to let the dogs out like I usually would, I ran a bath for my Sweet Pea. Luckily, bath time is really, really fun. The sounds of laughter and splashing filled the upstairs of our home. My husband woke up Tea time with Sweet Pea.

and helped. A change of sheets and a towel-dry later and our regular morning routine began. I put away Pea’s laundry, and headed downstairs for breakfast. Pea snacked on toast and bananas. (She doesn’t always have toast, but always bananas. Always.) She patiently ate and sang in her high chair while I put away dishes, tidied the kitchen, and finally made coffee. Once in the playroom, I cracked the blinds and situated myself on the loveseat, sipping my cinnamon coffee. Soft daylight poured in the window, and while she busied herself with rocking horses and books, I realized “500 Days of Summer” was on TV. With that playing in the background (one of the greatest soundtracks I’ve ever heard), we read books about shapes and colors and animals. We crawled in and out of her teepee, throwing ourselves on mountains of pillows. And just like that, the out-of-the-ordinary morning became yet another of our glorious, perfectly imperfect, run-of-the-mill Saturdays. Ah.

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

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Lifestyle

The Balayage

Effect BY TIM TIMMONS

In my many years as a hair colorist, it’s surprised me to learn that a lot of women don’t really know the difference between a highlight and a lowlight. Many of my clients know the terms for the processes—namely, foils and balayage—but they don’t often understand what’s involved in each one. Before you go to the salon seeking high or lowlights, arm yourself with some of the basics, and a photo! Highlights is a general term that refers to strands of hair that are lighter than the base color they’re being laid upon. It’s commonly believed that a highlight is blonde, but actually a highlight only refers to a color that’s not as dark as the base strands. The size of the highlights, the level of lightness, the tone and the placement are all left up to the colorist—after you’ve communicated the look you’re going for, of course. Moreover, the type of highlight depends on a number of things: the look you want, the kind of hair you have and how light you wish to go. A rundown of the main types of highlighting techniques, plus an explanation of lowlights, may help you decide what to ask for at your next color appointment. Balayage: Balayage is a freehand technique in which swatches of hair are carved out from the whole head of hair and painted with a lightener. This is done in revolutions around the head, and each painted swatch is then covered in cellophane. As these highlights are less systematically placed, the resulting look is fatter highlights. By contrast, foil highlights produce a more symmetrical head of highlights. I prefer the balayage look when I want something more dramatic. I recommend it for clients looking for a casual, beachy look. Lighter tips and an almost ombré appearance help to define this look.

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Foil highlighting: If you’re looking for symmetrical highlights, foils might be the way to go. For clients interested in more of an all-over blonde look, foil highlights, which are administered on top of and underneath the hair, are an excellent option. Foil highlights involve sectioning off hair and weaving strands — thick or thin depending on the look you’re going for — and painting them with a lightener before wrapping them in foil. The foil keeps the lightener from getting on the surrounding hair, and keeps the product moist so it doesn’t dry up and weaken. It produces a much more controlled look than balayage, and as a colorist, I know precisely where the color is going and what shade of lightness will result. Lowlights: Unlike highlights, which are lighter than the base strands, lowlights are darker strands of color that are woven into the hair. This process typically produces depth and adds contrast when hair becomes overly light and one-dimensionally colored from being highlighted repeatedly. General oxidation and/or fading can occur from regular highlighting, which is another reason someone might opt to even things out with lowlights. Though a great technique to keep hair from becoming washed-out and monochromatic, lowlights should also be monitored since, over time, your ends may become dark and muddy from over-processing. Choosing your colorist is the bigger decision than what you choose for your hair style and color. Do your research via online reviews and pictures of colorists’ work and don’t hesitate to ask someone whose color you admire. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating: Always bring a photo with you to the salon because sometimes technical/ professional terms do get lost in translation. A picture paints a thousand words and it can also help your colorist paint a better you. Tim Timmons is the owner of Salon Gloss Woodstock. Tim’s industry experience includes positions as trainer/educator, celebrity stylist and beauty consultant for the Grammys and MTV video music awards.

April Fools BY MICHAEL LITREL, MD, FACOG, FPMRS

The year my sons were 7 and 10, I asked for my wife Ann’s help playing an April Fool’s joke on them. Sunrise on the big day found me crawling like a ninja across the floor of my eldest son Tyler’s bedroom. With barely a sound, I rolled onto my back and shifted my body directly beneath his bed. I took a deep breath, and then, using all my strength, began shaking the entire bed frame. Ann’s timing was perfect. She burst into the bedroom. “Tyler!” she shouted. “Get up! It’s an earthquake. It’s an earthquake! Go downstairs – HURRY!” Tyler hardly moved. “It’s okay, Mom,” he mumbled, still half asleep. “It’s just Dad under my bed.” I was demoralized, with only bruised knees and a scraped back from my efforts. But it was not going to be for nothing. Nursing my wounded pride, I hushed Ann and went to the next room. “Let’s try it on Joseph.” But by the time I had crawled under Joseph’s bed, Ann reported that Joseph was smiling, his eyes closed, pretending to sleep. Luckily, I had prepared a backup trick the night before. I’d slid a rubber band around the kitchen sink nozzle so it would spray as soon as the water came on. It pointed up to the exact spot for dousing whichever of my beloved offspring washed his hands first. Tyler came downstairs still half asleep. “Would you please wash your hands before you eat,” I reminded him. It was hard to hide the eagerness in my voice. I watched Tyler as he came to the sink and reached for the soap. He stopped, looked at the faucet, and yawned. “You know, Dad,” he said with a trace of patronization, “if you use scotch tape, it won’t show as much.” I wasn’t in the mood for advice. “Just be quiet, and let’s wait for Joseph,” I replied testily. “AAUGHH!” screeched Ann. Oops. While I was distracted, Annie had turned on the water. Her pajamas were soaked. I apologized profusely, but Ann was not amused. Well, at least I’d gotten someone. But my real quarry was Tyler. He was just too cocky for his own good. I spent the day mulling it over, playing a few jokes to pass the day. Pregnant patients made the easiest targets. Gosh, I hope you have two girls’ names picked out. Or, Wow, we haven’t had triplets in the practice in four or five years. Back at home that evening, Tyler wouldn’t fall for anything. I found myself growing amateurish in my desperation. “There’s a spider on your shoulder!” “Your teacher just called. You’re in trouble!” Tyler just rolled his eyes. April Fool’s Day was obviously beneath him. Indeed, he hadn’t played a single joke on me all day. I finally gave up and trudged upstairs to bed. Just as Ann and I climbed between the sheets, we were met with an impediment. Tyler had short-sheeted our bed. continued on page 60

Michael Litrel, MD, FACOG, FPMRS is board certified in the subspecialty female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. He is a board certified urogynecologist and obstetrician/ gynecologist at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists. www.cherokeewomenshealth.com. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

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Out & About Through June 25

Captured Memories: Cherokee County through the lens of Buddy Alexander is on exhibit at the Cherokee County Historical Society Museum , 100 North Street, Canton. 770-345-3288.

April 2

Gardening seminar on composting, begins at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Flat Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. Learn different ways to create compost, indoor composting with worms, and how to use compost to grow your best plants. Sponsored by the UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County. To register call 770-721-7803 or email uge1057@uga.edu.

April 9

Shelter Appreciation Event, an event organized by a Chattahoochee Technical College student, is from noon-4 p.m. at Unity North Atlanta, 4255 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. No entrance fee required but donations appreciated. The event will include professional pet photography, hand drawings, crocheted stuffed animals and more crafts. Proceeds go to the Georgia House Rabbit Society and Our Pal’s Place. To volunteer or donate, call 678-480-6551 or email shelterappreciationevent@gmail.com. More details at www.facebook.com/shelterappreciation and www.helpashelter.wix. com/shelterappreciation.

April 16

Gardening seminar on organic practices, begins at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Flat library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. A systems approach to preventing, identifying and treating common plant diseases and insects. Sponsored by the UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County. To register call 770-721-7803 or email uge1057@uga.edu.

April 17

The Georgia Boy Choir will perform at Heritage Presbyterian Church during the 8:30 and 11 a.m. services. Santa’s Caravan, a ministry that provides Christmas gifts for local children in need, will host a fundraiser brunch between services. Donations accepted. Heritage Presbyterian is at 5323 Bells Ferry Road. 770-926-3558. www.heritagepres.com.

April 23

Butcher to Butcher 5K race begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration $30 for adults, $25 for children age 12 and under, and includes T-shirt and brat and beer, or hot dog and soda. www.butcher2butcher5K.org. Dancing for the Children, a fundraiser for the Service League of Cherokee County, will be held at the Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. Proceeds will provide children in need with necessities like medical care, dental and vision care, scholarships, camps, clothing and more. General admission tickets are $100, or two for $175. Email ServiceLeagueBallTickets@ gmail.com for tickets.

April 29-30

BBQ and Brews Festival is a barbecue competition and craft beer festival with live music, local beer, food trucks and a sanctioned BBQ cooking competition noon-8 p.m. on April 30. General admission is $5, free to ages 10 and under. Does not include cost of food, drinks, retail items and activities. Proceeds benefit ForCanton, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting poverty, homelessness and hunger in Canton. Check www.bbqandbrews.com for updates. 44

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April 30

Yard Sale 4kids is 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Faith Family Church parking lot, 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth. Rain date is May 7. Event is a fundraiser to pay for transportation costs for Kid’s Bible Clubs. For more information, call 770-596-3858. www.kidsbibleclubs.org.

May 1

Family Day at BridgeMill, sponsored by the BridgeMill Athletic Club and the BridgeMill Sixes Service League, will feature the second annual Classics for Charity car show in the parking lot by the pool and pavilion at 1190 BridgeMill Ave. Registration for the car show is noon-2 p.m., and the show will be 2-5 p.m. Free to attend, $25 to register your vehicle. Proceeds benefit 16 charities that help children and families in Cherokee county. The athletic club will provide a DJ, food, drinks, photo booth, bounce house and games. www.bsslcarshow.org.

May 2

Feed My Lambs Kells Weatherby Golf Classic begins with registration at 9:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 11 a.m. at the Marietta Country Club. Proceeds benefit Feed My Lambs free Christian preschools, one of which is in Canton. Register at www.feedmylambs.net.

May 4

City of Holly Springs Job Fair is 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the train depot community center, 164 Hickory Road. Local business owners and recruiters will meet with job seekers. www.hollyspringsga.us.

May 7

Trailfest 2016, a benefit for Greenprints Alliance, begins at 8 a.m. at the Resurgens Orthopaedics Community Stage at Elm Street Cultural Arts Village in downtown Woodstock. Featuring music by The Delta Saints and other guests. www.trailfest.org The Jungle Run 5k and 1 Mile-Prowl, sponsored by Johnston Elementary School, begins at 8 a.m. at River Ridge High School. Funds raised will be used to finish the Shade Project and ongoing enhancements for the school’s quarter-mile walking track and PE department. To register, visit www.junglerun.info. Walk for Life is a fundraiser for the HOPE Center in Woodstock. For more information, call 770-924-7990 or visit www.hopectr.com. Free community BBQ from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Fields Chapel United Methodist Church,1331 Fields Chapel Road in Canton. www.fieldschapel.org.

May 9

Men of Hillside charity golf tournament at Towne Lake Hills golf course. Shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. scramble format. Putting contest at 8 a.m. Includes silent auction and 19th Hole Luncheon. Player costs $125 individual, $500 foursome. Register at www.hillsideumc.org/men-of-hillside.

May 12-15, 19-22

“MANOPAUSE” is a musical comedy by Broadway Bound Productions about men as they age and the women who put up with them, at the Canton Theatre with 7:30 p.m. performances on Thursday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday matinees. Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for students/seniors. Call 770-720-2698 for group pricing.

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Training for the 3-Day

Veteran walker shares tips for the Susan G. Komen event. BY GLORIA AVILLAR

So you’ve decided to participate in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day this October and you don’t know where to begin. The best advice I can give you is to just get started. Start now on your training and your fundraising. The more time you give yourself, the better prepared you will be, physically and emotionally, and the more you’ll enjoy yourself. There are plenty of places to get detailed training schedules for an event like this, including the 3-Day site itself (www. the3day.org). I’d like to share with you tips I’ve used to help make my training more productive and actually fun.

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Train like you play. Train in the sneakers you plan to walk in, wear the fanny pack you’ll use at the event, figure out which shirts, shorts/pants, sports bras work and only use them while you train. Don’t do anything while you train that you won’t do during the event. Walk in all types of weather, at least a few times. Atlanta weather in October can be unpredictable. We’ve seen highs in the 70s and lows in the 30s. We’ve also seen the dreaded rain during the weekend. Make sure you experience it all during your training. Train on different types of elevation. You’d be surprised how hilly Atlanta is. Bring friends along on your training walks, even if they’re not participating in the event. Also, attend any of the official training walks in your area (which you’ll be able to find on the 3-Day site). You’ll meet others who can share their past experiences and give you support.

Starting from Scratch? Guidelines from the 3-Day organizers suggest that, beginning 24 weeks before your walk date, walk at least 12 miles during the week, then begin to add a mile or two each week. As you get closer, add more miles per week, building up to 40 miles in a week. You should also start adding long/back-to-back walks, like an 18-mile walk and then a 15-mile walk in two days. I tried to follow their training schedule for my first walk, but found that I didn’t have the time. So, I just started walking three miles three times a week. Then, five miles three times a week, then eight miles three times a week. I worked up to doing 12-14 miles three times a week by the time I was four weeks away from my walk date. (I didn’t do long back-to-backs, but I suggest them if time allows). I did that up until the week before my date, and then I didn’t walk at all the week of my walk date.

Gloria Avillar (with arms outstretched) rejoices with team members Gwen Worley, Jennifer DeMichele, Amy Arnold, Kelly Dean and Debi Draper at the finish line.

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Choose a variety of training routes so you don’t get bored. The average walker covers 585 miles during training, so mix it up every once in awhile. Choose training routes where you feel comfortable and safe. As your mileage increases, make sure your training routes include bathrooms and places to refill your water bottle (which you should always have with you). Listen to audiobooks. It’s a wonderful way to pass the time, especially when you’re out there for three or four hours as you get closer to the event. It’s also a great motivator if you love the book and only let yourself listen while you’re walking. Listen to your body. As with any endurance-type athletic event, you should start out slowly and build up. It’s okay to push yourself a little, but don’t overdo it. Seek medical attention if you need it. Make sure you bring snacks with you (power bars, peanuts, cheese sticks), especially on your longer walks. Again, always have your water bottle. And finally, just get out there and enjoy yourself. By participating in the 3-Day, you’re doing something good for you and something great for so many others.

I look forward to seeing you in Atlanta on Oct. 7, 8 and 9. I’ll be the one in pink. Since 2009, Gloria has participated in 12 Susan G. Komen 3-Day events seven times as a walker and five times as a crew member. This year, she will be crewing Atlanta lunch again in October and walking with Team Treasure Chest in San Diego in November. Gloria also serves as a local 3-Day training walk leader and will begin her training in mid-May.

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Lake Allatoona Offers a Variety of Volunteer Positions BY CHRISTOPHER PURVIS

April 10 is the start of across the nation. Other National Volunteer Week volunteers work as park hosts and a great time to recognize in many of the Corps day-use the efforts of volunteers on areas. In return for a free Lake Allatoona. In 2015, campsite, these volunteers nearly 52,000 hours of open and close gates, service were completed by check for fee compliance 3,385 volunteers in water and generally maintain safety, trail maintenance, fish surveillance of the areas. attractors, natural resource You probably have seen management, shoreline these volunteers in Cooper’s cleanup, park hosting, Boy Furnace Park, Riverside Park, Scouts of America Eagle Kellogg Creek Park, Tanyard Corps Rangers, Corps volunteers and American Chestnut Foundation volunteers Scout projects and many Creek Park and Upper Stamp others. Lake Allatoona offers at last year’s chestnut site workday. Photo by Jess Varner. Creek Park day-use areas. a wide variety of volunteer opportunities from lake events to In 2013 the Corps opened a new Volunteer Village near positions as park hosts or in the Volunteer Village. McKaskey Creek Campground. This 10-site campground houses Of course, the biggest volunteer event on the lake and perhaps volunteers, who seasonally donate their time to assist the lake in the nation is the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup (GLAC). This office. These volunteers have been instrumental the past few years event is held every year in September in conjunction with national helping rangers and staff on projects across Lake Allatoona. If you Public Lands Day, a volunteer effort to work on federal, state, stop by the visitor center this summer or see someone maintaining county and city parks. The turnout to spruce up Lake Allatoona trails or assisting rangers on boat patrol, thank them for their is usually so large, it ranks among the top three nationwide. Last service because they are most likely one of the “Village People.” year, 3,200 volunteers came out for the event with nearly 1,000 Don’t forget, April 22 is Earth Day. If you would like to volunteer staying for the post-cleanup picnic at Riverside Park day-use area. for an Earth Day project or if you’re interested in a park host The cleanup event is managed by the Lake Allatoona Association or Volunteer Village position, please contact the volunteer and partners with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on this worthy coordinator at 678-721-6700. environmental cleanup. The 2016 GLAC is scheduled for Sept. 24. A number of volunteers consistently and selflessly give their time to the lake project. Geri Hillegass has done so since 2007, assisting Christopher Purvis is the lead ranger at Lake Allatoona over in the operations project management office and with water safety Partnerships, Volunteers and Project Security. He has been a ranger on Allatoona Lake since 2005. initiatives. She was recently awarded a volunteer recognition coin from the Corps Foundation, one of only eight issued last year

Dust off the Wheels! BY LISA RANDALL

Spring is here and with it warmer temperatures and sunny days – the perfect excuse to pull your bike out of the garage and check out the trails that Woodstock has to offer. If you are new to mountain biking, the Blankets Creek Bike Trails on Sixes Road are a great place to start. They offer trails for all ability levels from novices and little kids to advanced riders and racers. Beginners can enjoy the 1-mile Mosquito Flats trail while experienced riders can tackle the Dwelling and South Loop Trails. The park offers a nice progression of trails to allow riders to slowly build skills and stamina. If you are interested in meeting new people to ride with, join SORBA Woodstock for its monthly social ride. All ability levels are welcome, and this is a great time for beginners to learn the trails from experienced riders. There are several different rides based on ability level, as well as a women’s group. After the ride, join members of SORBA Woodstock for post-race food and socialize with fellow riders in a casual environment. Upcoming social ride dates are April 23, June 12 and July 2. 48

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UPCOMING EVENTS April 16: Blankets Creek Dirty 15/30 Mile Bike Race and 5/10 Mile Trail Run offers a day of racing at Blankets Creek Trails beginning with a 5 or 10-mile trail run at 8:30 am. At noon, a 15 or 30-mile mountain bike race kicks off. Pre-registration is encouraged, however race-day registration will be available for both events. http:// mountaingoatadventures.com/ blanketsrun May 14: Pedalpalooza is a family oriented bike festival, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Blankets Creek Trails. There will be a women’s clinic, social ride, Strider fun rides for little kids, jump jam, food and music provided by Butcher and the Bottle, as well as bike and product demos from local bike shops. sorbawoodstock.org

Health & Wellness

Snoring Could Be a Health Warning

Happiness and Smiles

BY HITENDRA PATEL, M.D.

BY DELIA HALVERSON

That irritating snore your partner keeps complaining about could actually be a warning sign that could save your life. Snoring is often a symptom of a disorder called sleep apnea, which is caused by repeated interruption in breathing during sleep. Patients may realize it is time to see a sleep specialist after they are asked by a spouse or bed partner to sleep in another room. However, 80 percent of people with sleep apnea do not see a physician. If left untreated, patients are at a higher risk for stroke and heart disease. Sleep studies have traditionally been done in a sleep lab. Home sleep testing is now becoming more popular. Either way, tests are painless, noninvasive and typically conducted over a course of one to two nights. The first night of the study is for diagnosing sleep disorders. The second night of a lab study – if necessary – is to begin treatment. Some patients may have a split night study, which would include both diagnostic testing and treatment in one night. Once patients begin treatment, they lower the Sleep studies have traditionally risk of sleep apnea related been done in a sleep lab. complications. In addition, they usually feel more rested, have increased energy and notice their memory and cognitive functioning improve (along with decreased snoring). There are multiple treatment options to help lower the risk of developing serious diseases associated with sleep apnea. Each is tailored to what is most appropriate for the patient. In most cases, weight loss is encouraged for overweight patients. However, sleep apnea affects people of all sizes and weight loss alone does not always correct the condition. For mild cases, oral appliances, also called mandibular repositioning devices, are used for advancing the lower jawbone to improve breathing. Many patients are treated using a positive airway pressure (PAP) device, which is a sophisticated portable air compressor. The PAP prevents the airways from collapsing during breathing. Physicians may recommend surgery for some cases, depending on severity. Most surgical treatments correct or improve sleep apnea by opening the space in the back of the throat. This is accomplished by either moving the tongue forward, and/or by removing excess tissue that is crowding the upper airway. Patients should keep in mind that one-third of their life is spent sleeping. This important part of their daily routine is often ignored. A lot happens during normal sleep to keep us healthy. If our sleep is compromised, then other areas of our health may also suffer.

Dr. Patel is the WellStar Sleep Program medical director. He is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care and sleep medicine.

Senior Sense

During my high school years I found a poem that began: “I’ve made up my mind to be happy; I’ve been gloomy and glum long enough…” The rest of the poem never stuck with me. God gave all of us certain gifts, but memorization was one that I didn’t get! However, these lines often come to my mind in springtime. We need a renewal of spirit and a housecleaning of aims, no matter what our age. Many years ago Dr. Thomas A. Harris wrote the book, “I’m OK − You’re OK.” In it he wrote that the grouch-before-myfirst-cup-of-coffee type personalities blame their faults on nature, and not their nature on their faults. Harris claims that the fault can be changed, therefore changing the person’s nature. I volunteer at the community agency called MUST (Ministries United for Service and Training). Several years ago we had a man who came in each day while I was working, looking only for a pair of size 13 shoes. We greeted him cheerfully and with a smile, and his face of concern turned to a smile even when he didn’t find any shoes his size. A smile is a very catching thing, and a happy mood travels like wildfire – especially when fanned by the winds of concern. One of the youth in a church where I worked wrote this poem:

You know what makes me frown? It’s when you put me down. So go the extra mile, And make me have a smile! Try smiling at those you meet in the course of the day. Discover how the smile and a kind word travels from person to person and comes back to you. The grouch can change, but you can’t expect it to come from other people. It takes a real concentrated effort, but happiness can become a habit. You can take the reins of life and kick the grouchy habit! As nature witnesses a rebirth each spring, we should each take an accounting of ourselves and our lives. Consider your purpose in life; consider your direction, call out all inner resources. Make up your mind to be happy; you’ve been gloomy and glum long enough!

Delia writes books and leads workshops internationally. She and her husband settled in Woodstock after living in eight states. Their children and grandchildren live nearby. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

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Sound Advice

How’s your hearing? Ask an Audiologist. BY JAN HENRIQUES AU. D.

Our senses are priceless. We use them every day. If you suffer from damage to your sense of hearing, consider for a moment how much it affects you and those around you. Your hearing allowed you to learn to talk and develop a language that your eyes could learn to read. Your hearing tells you what is going on around you. It warns you of footsteps from behind. It tells you water is boiling over on the stove. When you don’t hear kids or grandkids, you realize they’re probably into something they shouldn’t be. Your hearing even works for you when you’re asleep. You hear the phone ring or the doorbell from the other end of the house. You hear and understand the quiet whisper of a conversation. Hearing loss is not just a senior problem. According to The Better Hearing Institute: 20 percent of Americans, or 48 million, have some degree of hearing loss. Three in 10 are over age 60. Estimates suggest that three in 1,000 infants are born with serious to profound hearing loss. 65 percent of people with hearing loss are younger than 65. More than 6 million people between ages 18 and 44 have some sort of hearing loss, and a million and a half

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of those are school age. Reasons why a person might not seek help for their hearing impairment include denial, stigma, misinformation or the price of a hearing aid. However, there are compelling reasons to get treatment. A recent Johns Hopkins study and the National Institute on Aging found a strong correlation between hearing loss and dementia, citing that adults with hearing loss are more likely to develop dementia than those with normal hearing. Hearing loss also increased the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This could be due to the social isolation that goes with untreated hearing loss, or fatigue from trying to understand what is being said in noisy situations. Some of the immediate positive benefits of correcting a hearing loss include enjoying your loved ones again and having a more positive outlook on life. You will be surprised at what you have been missing!

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

It’s Important to Address the Plague of Plaque BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN

There are many annoying conditions in life that we have to contend with: acne, sore backs, insomnia, gray hair, colds and plaque on our teeth, to name a few. Some conditions are short term and others are ongoing. Many can be corrected by simply taking a pill, but not the plaque that forms on our teeth. The plague of plaque, the constant accumulation of bacteria on our teeth, is a daily problem. The level of bacteria in our mouth ranges from 20 to 100 billion; in addition to forming plaque, bacteria produce numerous Real patient scenario: acids that destroy our teeth and gums. “I brush my teeth once a week.” Plaque collects along This patient, age 45, presented the gum line and with advanced gum disease burrows into the that needed gum surgery to grooves of the teeth, resolve her infection. causing many serious conditions including root decay, dental abscesses and gum disease. It is important to note that in the highlighted scenario, as in most cases, the patient experienced no pain. They were not seeking dental care to eliminate the cause of their problem, which would normally make sense, but were looking to eliminate the symptoms. Eliminating the symptoms and correcting the problem are important but the patient needs 50

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to focus his or her attention on treating the gum disease that caused the problem. Improved dental hygiene typically can help. Plaque affects everyone regardless of age, gender or social status. It is influenced by age, genetics, diet, oral hygiene, medications and medical conditions. The bacteria attack teeth like termites eating wood. It’s a slow, chronic process. The acid destroys tooth structure, gum tissue attachment on the tooth and any nerves in its path. When the nerves are destroyed slowly, there is no pain. Consequently, patients do not realize they have tooth decay or gum disease. Dentists now can measure tooth decay with a laser, which is extremely accurate, if they possess the FDA-approved dental equipment. Dentists can measure for gum disease with a probe (measuring stick) that reports if the gums have peeled away from the root of the tooth due to infection. The probe also provides information about bleeding that detects ulcers inside the gums adjacent to the tooth from acid burning the inside of the tissue. Regular dental visits allow patients to receive consistent care and diagnoses, as well as coaching for better oral hygiene.

Dr. Scott Harden, a dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry, has served Woodstock for more than 25 years. 770-926-0000. www.FountainViewSmiles.com.

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Faith

New Spring, New Story BY TRENT CHAMBERS

As I type this, winter officially reigns for only a few more weeks. Yet the sounds, sights and warm temperatures tempt me to believe that spring has already arrived. And I, for one, am eager to experience the new life it brings. I love spring in Woodstock! The parks and trails, the festivals and concerts, all beaming with the life of spring and the joy of community. At Sojourn Woodstock, we are beginning the month of April with a 10-week journey through Exodus, the second book of the Bible. Exodus ends with springtime but it begins with sorrow. It opens with a people suffering at the hands of an oppressor. God seems absent from their story. It is a bitterly cold winter season that seems unending. Perhaps your life seems to be unfolding in a similar way. You find yourself in a bitter and cold winter season of the soul; left to push through an exhausting life feeling unnoticed or discarded. The exodus reminds us that we share the common thread of suffering. It is woven into our lives and shapes our stories. You are not alone and God is not absent. So why go on a journey through the Exodus story at the start of such a beautiful season? Because we all long for spring, the promise of new life and the hope of what is to come. We share a common longing for new life, lasting peace and a new place. Exodus brings us the hope that God meets us where we are and delivers us. It is the story of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rescuing work, Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promised peace. And it finds us as we experience life with God. This spring, I hope you recognize your need for and enter into that life. Yes, spring is here. The bike trails are calling you. The rivers and streams and mountain hikes are inviting you out of your suburban dwelling. As the warmth of spring settles and you get out to enjoy the new life around you, I invite you to pursue more than just the fleeting joy of the season. Pursue the joy of a new story, retold in light of the work of Jesus Christ. Get caught up in the story God is telling and let it free you to delight more deeply in the gift of spring.

As the warmth of spring settles and you get out to enjoy the new life around you, I invite you to pursue more than just the fleeting joy of the season.

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

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A Need or a Want: Discerning the Difference BY SEAN KAUFMAN

At a young age I was taught the difference between a need and a want. It is a very big difference and I learned it through a black and white lens; you either need something or you want it. I was recently troubled by a question. Do I need God? There is no doubt I want God in all aspects of my life, but do I really feel like I need God for everyday events and small things. I felt bad for asking; almost like I was rejecting my own Father. I asked God to put me where he needs me and then with a chuckle I thought, “If I don’t need God, God certainly doesn’t need me. Please put me where you want me.” It is good to be needed and wanted. Then I looked at my own son, and asked, “Does he need me or just want me?” My answer was both, but in a different way than I expected. Our children, more often than not, want us around. However, do they ever really know just how much they need us? I realized I do need God, but I don’t know sometimes what I need him for. Today I asked again: Do I need God? This was the answer I received: Love. Is love not wanting what you need and needing what you want? I have wanted God for most of my life, and there were

times I needed God – but do we really remember we need water until we are thirsty or oxygen until we cannot breathe? Sometimes things go really wrong. We are hurt, hungry, in pain or walking around in shock. We cry out to God as a result of need. I have come to the conclusion that I want God, but I also need Him to live properly. Just like water and oxygen, we need faith, hope and love – without these, none of us truly lives at all. I am a son to my Father. The understanding and depths of what is to come in my life is something only my Father understands. God knows what I need even before I do and just as I prepare my children for life, God prepares me as well. Do you need or do you want? There are some things in life that are needed AND wanted – and God is one of those things for me.

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

In the Mirror Moments BY LYNNE SAUNDERS

Washing my face tonight, eyes closed, releasing the concerns of the day, I thought I knew what to expect when I opened my eyes to face the mirror. The cleanser felt good. Moisturizer would feel even better in preparation for the night. When my eyes opened, I expected to see what my mind imagined. Instead, I stopped and stared. When did 10, 20, 30 additional years jump to the features of my face? As we age, we think of ourselves in images, snapshots, at different stages of our lives, and as different people. For me, one amazing moment was when I was a teenager. I was at the helm, racing a sailboat and navigating a narrow pass on Lake Ontario. Under full sail, no one onboard breathed as we heeled appropriately to safely make it through. We didn’t crash or capsize. It was humbling. I was just a kid! A glimpse of confident youth. My next mental picture is me in my early 20s, at my first daughter’s birthday. I was on the run and hiding from an abusive ex-husband. My eyes were strong. They didn’t match my circumstances. Naivety. Wedding pictures and photos of newborn children come to the forefront of who we become. They help to define us. Our

Wedding pictures and photos of newborn children come to the forefront of who we become.

life’s work outlines our character. For the last 17½ years, I have been at the helm of Papa’s Pantry. I think the last “good” picture taken of me was when I left the corporate world to transition to the ministry full time. That was 12 years ago. Assurance. Today, I reflect on my life and ministry. I have been married for 34 years, mom to three wonderful daughters, and GrandMommy to five grandbabies. I am also daughter, niece, sister, and friend. My more recent pictures reflect an older me with some wrinkles, fortunately some laugh lines. Pictures and images in the mirror reflect the high and, sometimes, low parts of our lives; the successes and disappointments. Aging is not elegant, but it is inevitable. Strive for life-balance in all things, and in all memories. Like me, life most likely took you on a different path from the one imagined. But with intention, you can become who you want to be. Your God-given strength from earlier days still carries you today. Keep Making Progress! (I still am.)

Lynne Saunders is director of Papa’s Pantry (www.papaspantry.org) and the Master’s Training Center. She can be reached at 770-591-4730. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

School & Sports

National Merit Scholarship Finalists

The Sequoyah High School Debate Team.

Sequoyah Team Wins Award The Sequoyah High School Speech and Debate team finished its season by winning the Georgia Forensic Coaches Association’s Philip Wertz School of Excellence Award. The award is presented to schools with 1,500 to 2,000 students that qualified the most number of students in its division for the varsity speech and debate state championship tournament. The Sequoyah team qualified 18 students: Mary Beth Dicks, Ashley Hendel, Megan Evans, Julianne Clark, Chris Harkins, Donavan Giardina, Caleb Crayton, Josh Nieves, Nyla Crayton, Gabby Filkins, Rebecca Choe, Nieves Ristuccia, Ellie Agler, and Nic Fricia, in Public Forum and Lincoln Douglass debates; Rebekah Carnes competed in Humorous Interpretation; Caitlin Franchini in Program of Oral Interpretation; and Maddie Doerr in Dramatic Interpretation and Impromptu. Yeseul Heo qualified in Dramatic Interpretation, but was unable to compete. Finalists at the state competition included Mary Beth Dicks, Ashley Hendel, Chris Harkins and Donovan Giardina; Ellie Agler was a finalist in Lincoln Douglass debate, and Caitlin Franchini placed eighth in Program of Oral Interpretation. More than 50 students participated on the team this year, which is the only one of its kind in the Cherokee school district. They competed in tournaments throughout the state and at the national level at Harvard University; the team is ranked in the top 10 percent nationwide by the National Forensic League. Teachers Matt Bartula and Katie Maher coach the team.

Josh Horne and Jana Pomerantz, seniors at Cherokee Christian High School, have been chosen as 2016 National Merit Scholarship Finalists. About 1.5 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools around the country entered the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National From left: Jana Pomerantz, Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (psat/ Josh Horne, teacher David nmsqt®), which served as an initial Jennings. screening of program entrants. The nationwide pool of semifinalists, representing less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. Horne and Pomerantz will now compete to be one of the final 7,400 students who will receive merit scholarships.

Science Olympiad Team Headed to State Competition For the first time in the school’s history, River Ridge High School’s Science Olympiad team will compete at the state championships. The team placed fourth in a University of North Georgia tournament and will head to the state competition at Emory University later this month.

Science Olympiad team members are, front row, from left: Chloe Phillips, Ariana Ali, Maddie Weber and Abby Webster; second row: Jordan Sollie, Olivia Webb, Olivia Reeves, Katie Eritano, George Curtis and Tej Patel. Back row: Brantley Holland, Coach Chris Akins, David Neubauer, Valentin Valcov and Coach Phil Money. Not pictured: Emily Moore, Emily Gardner, Carson Kantoris, Tracy Kasing, Nick Busson, Amanda Ash, Kelly Mayes, John Houk and Ben Adams.

Senator Visits Classroom Woodstock Elementary School recently welcomed State Sen. Brandon Beach, who visited Emily Spira’s thirdgrade classroom. Beach spoke on social studies topics including his role in the Georgia Senate, and read to the students. 54

Sen. Brandon Beach, center back row, visits Emily Spira’s third-grade class at Woodstock Elementary School. Joining them, seated in the center, is Principal Kim Montalbano.

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Sen. Beach reads to students.

School District Enhances Emergency Preparedness BY MARK KISSEL

At the beginning of this school year, the Cherokee County School District enhanced its emergency preparedness capabilities by hiring Todd Maloney as emergency management facilitator. In doing so, the school district holds the distinction of being one of only two school districts in Georgia to utilize an emergency manager for school safety purposes. Maloney initially served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Army and as a certified police officer, working most recently with the school district’s police department before taking on Todd Maloney his new job responsibilities. He is now responsible for ensuring all school safety plans, as required by Georgia law, meet or exceed the minimum standards. He also reviews the district emergency response team protocols with the assistance of several departments within the school district to ensure continuity of operations in the event of an emergency. In addition, Maloney is responsible for maintaining the IPconnected radio communication system to guarantee that it is functional at all times to provide effective communications between departments, school-based staff and bus drivers.

Maloney has successfully completed all course requirements under Georgia law to be a certified emergency manager, and he works closely with the Cherokee sheriff’s office Division of Emergency Management and other state and local entities to identify, mitigate and respond to any number of situations that may impact Cherokee County and its schools. This school year, Maloney has worked with school safety teams by presenting tabletop exercises that are designed to identify the roles and responsibilities of each member in a simulated scenario. This type of exercise helps the team identify strengths and weakness, assess current protocols within the school safety plan and make appropriate modifications where needed. Cherokee County Schools Emergency Management maintains a governmental page on Facebook, which you can check to stay up-to-date on weather preparedness and other useful information.

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

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School & Sports

Jungle Run 5K Fundraiser Scheduled

Front row, from left: Colby Gross, Ryan Schultz, Celeste Bryson, Alex Valverde, Marlies Smith, Celeste McMullen, Annabelle Shetler and Serena Blake. Back row: Director Erick Stallings, Laura Flores, Myles Anderson (alternate), Zeke Palmero (alternate), Alex Blankinship, Ryan Dees, Kacey Schwan, Mable Aalfs and Dennys Alvarenga.

Mill Creek Well Represented in All-District Band Mill Creek Middle School had 16 students selected for the regional District 9 All-District Honor Band, the most of all schools in the Cherokee County district. The students chosen are Mable Aalfs, Dennys Alvarenga, Serena Blake, Alex Blankinship, Celeste Bryson, Ryan Dees, Laura Flores, Colby Gross, Celeste McMullen, Ryan Schultz, Annabelle Shetler, Kacey Schwan, Marlies Smith, Alex Valverde, with Myles Anderson and Zeke Palmero as alternates. Erick Stallings is the school’s band director.

The second annual Johnston Jaguar Jungle Run 5K and 1 Mile Prowl fun run will be 8 a.m. May 7, on the campuses of Mill Creek Middle and River Ridge High schools. Participants are encouraged to dress up and run as their favorite jungle animal. The event is a fundraiser for Johnston Elementary School and proceeds will help with enhancements to the school’s back field and new walking track. For more information or to register, visit www. runsignup.com.

Chattahoochee Gold Adds Underwater Video

Chattahoochee Gold installed an underwater video system at the Woodstock Aquatic Center that can record swimmers through four cameras. Coaches can move the cameras around the pool as needed and use the footage Underwater cameras help swimmers as a valuable training tool. Plans are also in the works to share the improve during practice. underwater video images on a screen in the parent viewing area and to make DVD copies available for swimmers to take home for self-evaluation.

One of PowerTaps winning clogging teams.

Congratulations to the 2016 All Region Varsity Girls’ Basketball Team

Woodstock Cloggers Earn National Champion Titles PowerTaps Cloggers from Woodstock brought home five national titles from the Clogging Champions of America Showdown of Champions recently held in Knoxville, Tenn. They competed against teams from around the country. The elementary team was the second runner-up in the overall national title category. PowerTaps dancer and director Tori O’Bryant earned the National Traditional Soloist award and was named to the All-Pro Team. The adult teams were named Team of the Day for highest scoring adult teams in the nation. 56

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From left: Ashton Sutton, Woodstock High School; Yaz Wazeeruddin, Pope High School; Laiken Wade and Lacey McCoy, Cherokee High School; Chandler Sutton and Kennedy Montgomery, Woodstock High School; Emilee Olsen, Lassiter High School; Kasey Cwalina, Roswell High School; MacKenzi Leigh, Etowah High School and Kaleigh Karl, Cherokee High School.

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Cherokee Photography Club

Congratulations to all the participants in the February “Historical” competition.

If you placed in either the color or monochromatic print category, please send a digital file of your image to: deankelley@windstream.net

Digital Projection:

1st Dean Kelley “Looking Back”

3rd Peter Kilpo “Historic Street”

2nd Naomi Shively “Spring at the Weber Farm”

HM Mike Voeltner “Mail Car #2”

Monochromatic:

1st Martin Longstaff “Ardvreck Castle, Loch Assynt” 58

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2nd David Ferguson “Heroes”

Color Prints: The Cherokee Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month, and for those participating in the monthly contest, that meeting is held on the second Monday of the month. Both meetings are from 7-9 p.m. and held at the Cherokee County Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. For more information, please contact Kim Bates at 770-617-7595 or email him at kbphotoart@ comcast.net. 1st Vicki Sellers “Cape Hatteras In Evening”

3rd Bill Bradford “Backing Theos”

3rd Eillene Kirk “If Walls Could Talk”

2nd Joey Thompson “Big Wheel”

HM L.B. Bryant “Old Venice by Water”

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Reference

Woodstock Recycles

Representative’s Honest Self-Assessment

newspaper ads at no charge. Deadline is April 13. Recycle bins will be located behind the Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main St., until April 26 for leftover garage sale clothing, bedding, and shoes. Special Trash Pick Up: A special trash pickup of used appliances, large items, and scrap metal will be available April 18-22 by Waste Management. For Woodstock city residents, these items will be picked up on normal trash pickup days. No construction debris allowed.

hope that each of you feel represented, as it is my honest goal to ensure that each of my 54,000 constituents knows they have a voice. We won’t always agree, but I am always here to listen (or to be yelled at!). As always, you can reach me on my personal cell phone number at 678-523-8570 or meet me for one of my “Weekly Coffees with District 20” at Copper Coin Coffee nearly every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. I hope to have the opportunity to represent us for another two years, but whatever is in store I want you each to know: representing my home in the General Assembly remains one of the true honors of my life. I will continue to put my all into the job, and I am here if you ever need me. Thank you for the privilege of representing our families in Georgia’s General Assembly!

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Put Your Tax Refund to Work continued from page 31

diversify your holdings? While diversification can’t guarantee profits or prevent losses, it can reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio—and the less you feel the effects of volatility, the more likely you may be to stick with your long-term strategy rather than overreact to short-term price drops. So when Uncle Sam sends you that refund, consider investing it one way or another. You’ll be putting it to good use.

Slip and Fall Injuries at Grocery Stores continued from page 34

spill occurred immediately prior to the injured person’s fall, then the store will likely not be responsible because it did not have an opportunity to know about the problem and clean it. But if the spill was present for an unreasonable period of time before the fall, even if the owner or employees did not actually know about the spill prior to the fall, then the store will be responsible for the injuries. Big grocery store chains typically have log books for inspecting each aisle for hazards and which employee actually did the inspection. This helps establish the reasonable time period issue. It is important to write down the names of all employees and managers who assisted you with your fall or had knowledge of the hazard. Request that the store make a written incident report of your injury. Take photos of the hazard and area. Your attorney can then also request the video of the aisle you fell in and demand that it be kept permanently as evidence and not erased. If this request is made and the store does not comply, then the store will be deemed to have “spoiled evidence” which is helpful should your injury case have to go before a jury. At any rate, slip and fall cases are not open and shut so you should speak with an injury attorney prior to thinking about going it alone against the store and its insurance company.

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Ann was dead tired. She began to complain and laugh simultaneously as she stripped the bedcovers to remake the bed. I tried to shush her so Tyler wouldn’t have the satisfaction of knowing his trick had succeeded. But it was too late. I could hear him snickering outside our bedroom door. My mind was unsettled. Although I was tired, I lay awake in bed for a while, unable to sleep. Finally, after some honest introspection, I came to a resolution that allowed me to drift off at last. Just wait ‘til next year. 60

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Library Events

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Hickory Flat - 770-345-7565 April 2

LEGO Club meets 2-3 p.m. with a different theme each month. Children can work alone or in teams to make their special creation, which will be displayed in the library until next month’s meeting. All ages are invited; ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

April 5

Book Club at 2:30 p.m. welcomes new members. Call the library to learn about the current selection.

April 5, 12, 19 & 26

April 7, 14, 21 & 28

Family Storytime is 10:30 a.m. for families with children of all ages. These programs feature stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, music, a free craft activity and a takehome literacy sheet. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.

April 14

Never Girls fun pixie program at 4 p.m., is for 6-10-year-old fans of “The Never Girl” series. Featuring fun fairy activities and a craft related to the books. Space is limited; registration required.

April 27

Make Beautiful Earrings for Any Occasion at 6 p.m. using simple beaded designs to single piece shapes. Beads, metal spacers and natural stones provided, or bring your own materials. Reservation required.

Library Locations:

RT Jones, 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton Hickory Flat, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton Rose Creek, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock Woodstock, 7735 Main St., Woodstock

WOODSTOCK CITY GUIDE

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

Stay Connected on Facebook

City of Woodstock: www.facebook.com/WOODSTOCKGAGOVT Woodstock Fire: www.facebook.com/woodstockfireandrescue

City Council Representatives

Woodstock Main Street: www.facebook.com/MainStreetWoodstock

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

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

Ward 1: Warren Johnson Ward 2: David Potts Ward 3: Bob Mueller Ward 4: Tracy Collins Ward 5: Bud Leonard Ward 6: Rob Usher Council appointed committees: Downtown Development Authority and Convention & Visitors Bureau; Ethics Board; Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

Woodstock Police: www.facebook.com/woodstockpolicegeorgia Woofstock Dog Park: www.facebook.com/woofstockpark

On Twitter

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

Economic Development

Downtown Development Authority Convention & Visitors Bureau Brian Stockton, Director, 770-592-6056, bstockton@woodstockga.gov

City Officials

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

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

Public Safety

City of Woodstock government 770-592-6000

Finance Robert Porche, CFO 770-592-6003, rporche@woodstockga.gov

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

Parks and Recreation Preston Pooser, 770-517-6788, ppooser@woodstockga.gov

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Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA HOMES SOLD IN FEBRUARY

FMLS SF Detached residences data provided by The Premier Group, Keller Williams Realty Partners, Woodstock, GA Data believed to be accurate, but not warranted.

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

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

Sen. David Perdue (R)

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

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)

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

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners

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

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

State Government Governor Nathan Deal (R)

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

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

404-463-1378

Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20

678-523-8570

Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21

678-576-2644

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

770-722-7526

Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23

404-656-0254

scot@turnerforhouse.com

mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov

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

404-656-0287

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

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

678-493-6490 678-493-6480

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

L.B. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman

lbahrens@cherokeega.com

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

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

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

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby

770-735-8055

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office

www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)

678-493-4100 fax: 678-493-4228

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

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner Sonya Little

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

Cherokee County School Board Superintendent, Dr. Brian V. Hightower 111 Academy St. Canton Ga 30114 Brian.hightower@cherokee.k12.ga.us

678-493-6431 678-493-6431

Probate Court 678-493-6160

www.cherokee.k12.ga.us 770-479-1871

678-493-8088

Kelly Poole (R) District 1

678-895-9044

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

770-893-2970

John Harmon (R) District 3

404-462-4950

kyla.cromer@cherokee.k12.ga.us

john.harmon@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rick Steiner (R) District 4

770-721-4398, x4370

rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Clark Menard (R) District 5

770-928-0341

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

770-704-1544

Juvenile Court

678-493-6400 fax: 678-493-6420

Kyla Cromer (R) (Chair)

clark.menard@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Judge Keith Wood (R)

Commissioners

kelly.poole@cherokee.k12.ga.us

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

www.cherokeega.com 678-493-6001

swest@cherokeega.com

Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R) District 11 238 Cannon House Ofc. Bldg., Washington DC 20515 202-225-2931 9898 Highway 92, Suite 100, Woodstock, GA 30188 GA: 770-429-1776 loudermilk.house.gov

michael.caldwell@house.ga.gov

1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114

www.canton-georgia.gov

Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker

Holly Springs Mayor Timothy Downing

770-345-5536

District Attorney Shannon Wallace

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

Clerk of Courts Patty Baker

678-493-6511

Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques

770-592-6001

www.hollyspringsga.us. www.woodstockga.gov

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Reference

COMMUNITY INFORMATION Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce 770-345-0400 Cherokee County Government:

Animal Shelter Business Licenses Clean & Beautiful Commission Commissioners Courthouse Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) Extension Office Jury Phone Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) Planning & Zoning Senior Services Tax Assessors/Evaluation

Taxes:

770-345-7270 770-721-7810 770-517-7650 678-493-6000 770-479-1953 678-493-6077 770-479-0418 770-479-9011 770-479-1953 678-493-6101 770-345-5312 678-493-6120

License Plates/Tags, Property Tax 678-493-6400 Woodstock Office 770-924-4099 Voter Registration 770-479-0407

Children/Family:

Anna Crawford Children’s Center Bethesda Community Clinic Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club Cherokee Family Violence Center Cherokee Focus Child Support Enforcement Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) www.casacherokee.org Department of Family & Children Services The Hope Center MUST Cherokee Ministries Papa’s Pantry

770-345-8100 678-880-9654 770-720-7712 770-479-1804 770-345-5483 770-720-3581 770-345-3274 770-720-3610 770-924-0864 770-479-5397 770-591-4730

Driver’s Licenses (Tues — Sat) 678-413-8400 Fire Department (District 1, Station 20) 770-926-7155 Georgia State Patrol 770-205-5400 Health Department 770-345-7371 Hospitals:

Kennestone Hospital 770-793-5000 North Fulton Hospital 770-751-2500 Northside Hospital — Cherokee 770-720-5100

Hotlines — 24 Hour Help Lines:

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

770-479-1703 770-345-7920 404-616-9000 800-222-1222 770-704-2610 770-428-2666

Libraries: www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org Rose Creek 770-591-1491 R.T. Jones 770-479-3090 Woodstock 770-926-5859 Non-Emergency 911 770-479-3117

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Parks and Recreation:

BridgeMill Athletic Club 770-345-5500 Cherokee County Outdoor YMCA 770-591-5820 Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency 770-924-7768 www.crpa.net Cherokee Soccer Association 770-704-0187 www.cherokeesoccer.com Eagle Watch Golf Club 770-591-1000 Hobgood Park 770-924-7865 North Atlanta Soccer Assoc. 770-926-4175 www.nasa-ga.org SCRA Park 770-926-5672 Towne Lake Hills Golf Club 770-592-9969 Wildlife Action, Inc. 800- 753-2264

Pets:

Animal Control 678-493-6200 CatSnip (low cost spay & neuter) www.atlantaanimalalliance.com Cherokee County Animal Shelter — Adoptions 770-345-7270 www.cherokeega-animals.org Cherokee County Humane Society 770-928-5115 www.cchumanesociety.org Emergency Veterinary Clinic 770-924-3720 Funds4Furry Friends 770-842-8893 Lost Pets Go to www.townelaker.com. click on lost and found pet button to report missing pet Pet Buddies Food Pantry www. petbuddiesfoodpantry.org SPARE (Sterilizing Pets And Reducing Euthanasia) 770-928-5120 Second Chance Dog Rescue www.secondchancedogs.org

Post Office (Woodstock)

www.usps.com 800-275-8777

Recycling Center 770-516-4195 Sheriff’s Department 678-493-4100 www.cherokeega-sheriff.org Georgia Sex Offender Registry www.cherokeega-sheriff.org/offender/offender.htm

Utilities:

Atlanta Gas Light Co. 770-907-4231 www.aglc.com AT&T 404-780-2355 www.bellsouth.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Authority 770-479-1813 Comcast 770-926-0334 Cobb EMC 770-429-2100 www.cobbemc.com Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com

Urgent Care Facility

American Family Care, 6440 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 770-200-1220 Northside Cherokee Urgent Care, 900 Towne Lake Pkwy 404-851-6577 SHEFA Urgent Care 2000 Village Professional Dr. #110, Canton 678-661-3166 Wellstar Urgent Care 678-494-2500

Woodstock, City of:

(in Towne Lake, only applies to Avonlea, Deer Run,

ParkView, Paces and certain annexed commercial parcels) . www.woodstockga.gov City Hall 770-592-6000 Fire Department 770-926-2302 Police Information 770-592-6030

GREENPRINTS TRAIL SYSTEM WOODSTOCK, GA

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

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

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

Trestle Rock Trail - This 0.40 mile paved trail is located in Olde Rope Mill Park and is an easy flat trail on the banks of Little River. Towne Lake Pass (2017) - This approximately 1.2 mile trail will connect the Towne Lake community to Downtown along the banks of Noonday Creek. It will begin at the intersection of Towne Lake Parkway and Towne Lake Hills South. Rubes Creek Trail (2016) - This .5 mile trail runs along Rubes Creek and will ultimately connect into a larger run of trails. AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

Reference

COMMUNITY OF FAITH ADVENTIST

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

AME

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

BAPTIST

Carmel 2001 Bascomb Carmel Road Cherokee 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock 770-720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Cornerstone Community 4206 North Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007 Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock 770-710-1068 www.crossroadspbc.org Faith Community Office: 110 Village Trail, Suite 110, Woodstock Sunday Services: 230 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-4428 www.fbcw.org First Baptist Canton One Mission Point 770-479-5538 www.fbccanton.org First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-5349 www.fbchollysprings.com Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.heritagebaptistfellowship.com Hillcrest 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth 770-917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org Hopewell 78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-5723 www.hopewellbaptist.com

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Mt. Zion 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-479-3324 www.mtzb.org New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org River Church 2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Shallowford Free Will Baptist Church 1686 Shallowford Road, Marietta 770-926-1163 www.shallowfordchurch.com South Cherokee 7504 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com

CHURCH OF GOD

Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.com Toonigh 4775 Holly Springs Parkway, Canton 770-926-3096 www.toonighcog.org

EPISCOPAL

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

JEWISH

Chabad Jewish Center 1480 Shiloh Road, NW, Kennesaw 770-400-9255 www.jewishwestcobb.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org

Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green St., Roswell 770-641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta 770-973-3533 www.kolemeth.net

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

LUTHERAN

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

ORTHODOX

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

PRESBYTERIAN

Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton 770-704-9564 www.cherokee-pca.org. Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869 www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-3558 www.heritagepres.com Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-0074 www.woodstockpcusa.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC

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

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

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

UNITED METHODIST

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

Bascomb 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-926-9755 www.bascombchurch.org Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Road 770-479-2502 www.cantonfirstumc.org CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480 www.coahumc.org Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 www.fieldschapel.org Hickory Flat 4056 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-345.5969 www.hickoryflat.org Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-2883 www.hollyspringsumc.com Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org

Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.ngca.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572 www.mormon.org Church of the Messiah 4115 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock, 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com

Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info

Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestoneschurch.info

Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591- 0837 www.ngumc.org

Fresh Springs Worship Center 11910 Eagle Drive, Suite 100 Woodstock, GA 30189 770 575-3656 www.freshspringsworship.org

Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371

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

OTHERS

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

Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rolling Thunder Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock www.godsrollingthunder.org His Hands 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock 770-405-2500 www.hishandschurch.com Life Church 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, Suite 108, Canton 770-847-0170 www.lifechurchcanton.com Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth Ministry House 347 Holly St., Canton 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org Momentum 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv

New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 678-653-4652 www.oakleafcanton.com Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org Resurrection Anglican 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0040 www.rezwoodstock.org Revolution 125 Union Trail Hill, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Community Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Soul Medicine 3725 Sixes Road Canton Soulmedicinesunday.org Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-835-5795 www.thrivechapel.com Towne Lake Community 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Victory 4625 Highway 92, Acworth 770-794-7366 www.victoryga.com Woodstock City Church 678-880-9092 Woodstock Christian 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-366-7515 www.wcnga.com Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8990 www.wcchurch.org AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS

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

Pet Buddies Food Pantry helps families in need by providing pet food, supplies, spaying and neutering, and education through community outreach programs. 678-310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org

Angel House Girls Home is a residential facility to help girls ages 12-18 learn self-sufficiency. 770-479-9555 www.angelhousega.com

Georgia Animal Project, based in Ball Ground, offers high quality, low cost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. 770-704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org

Safe Kids Cherokee County provides free child safety seat inspections by appointment. 770-721-7808 www.cherokeesafekidscherokeecounty.org

Ahimsa House helps victims of domestic violence 24-hours a day who need help getting their pets to safety. 404-452-6248 www.ahimsahouse.org

Anna Crawford Children’s Center is dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, and protecting and serving children and families through prevention and intervention services. 678-504-6388 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Collins Dixon Foundation: Bend Your Knees, Inc. raises awareness and helps children with pediatric brain tumors. Contact: Bob Dixon, 678-922-1560. Bethany Place is a transitional home for single women, unwed mothers. 770-479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org CASA for Children promotes the health and happiness of children impacted by abuse through programs that increase their safety and improve their educational, social and emotional functioning. 770-345-3274 www.casacherokee.org CCHS Thrift Store accepts donations and sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society. 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth. 770592-8072 Cherokee Family Violence Center offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. 770-479-1703, Spanish 770-720-7050 or 800-334-2836 option 2. www.cfvc.org Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes challenges professional, college, high school, junior high and youth level coaches and athletes to use athletics to impact the world for Christ. Bill Queen 404-441-3508 www. cherokeefca.org Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) 770-928-5115 or admin@cchumanesociety.org www.cchumanesociety.org Cherokee FOCUS works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiatives. Sonia Carruthers 770-345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. 770-345-5312 or 770-345-5320 www.cherokeega.com/senior-services Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. 678-640-3512 www.communityveterinarycare.com Companion Animal Connection 678-493-9847 www.adoptapet.com

Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee sponsors a yearly backto-school bash, giving children in need filled backpacks to free haircuts. www.giveakidachance.org Goshen Valley Boys Ranch offers a home, care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. 770-796-4618 www.goshenvalley.org Green Shelters America animal rescue group. 770-712-4077 or GreenSheltersAmerica@gmail.com www.GreenSheltersAmeric.com Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia 770-587-9697 www.habitat-ncg.org Healing Hands Youth Ranch offers safe, peaceful environment where abused and at-risk children are paired with rescue horses for hope and healing. Jennifer Simonis 770-633-4451 www.hhyr.org HopeQuest Ministry Group helps people who struggle intensely with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. 678391-5950 www.hqmg.org HOPE Center offers support for unplanned pregnancy. 770-924-0864 or info@TheHopeCtr.com www.hopectr.com HOPE Center — Baby & More Thrift Store offers adult and children’s clothing. 770-517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.com Life Connection Ministries helps empower and provide humanitarian relief in the form of wells and greenhouses to impoverished communities. Mission trips offered. Florine Russell 678-234-1798. www.lcm-ga.com Matthew E. Russell Foundation works to establish literacy and libraries in rural areas worldwide. Florine Russell 678-234-1798. www.mattrussell.org MUST Ministries offers groceries, hot meals, emergency shelter, supportive housing, clothing, employment services, summer lunch and more from five locations in eight counties, including the Canton office at 111 Brown Industrial Pkwy. 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 Outreach provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee families in need. www.neveralone.org.

Everyday Angels offers financial assistance for local families in need. aaeverydayangels@gmail.com

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

Feed My Lambs, Inc. provides free Christian preschools in the U.S. and around the world. 770-795-9348 office@feedmylambs.net www.feedmylambs.net

North Georgia Pregnancy Center offers help and care to young girls and women with an unplanned pregnancy or who need counseling. 706-253-6303 www.ngapregnancy.org

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

Papa’s Pantry is a year-round local food ministry, which also includes the Masters Training Center to help individuals and families in crisis get back on their feet. Lynne Saunders 770-591-4730 www.papaspantry.org

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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. 770-516-1108 www.servone.org The Blue Ribbon Foundation fosters a national dialog toward finding the cause, cure and prevention of ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome), fibromyalgia and Lyme disease. Tom Prior 478-397-5542 www.theblueribbonfoundation.org Volunteer Aging Council is a nonprofit that helps raise funds for the seniors of Cherokee County. A list of current needs is available. 770-310-3474 www.vac-cherokeega.org

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

AA Meetings Canton Meets: 9:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 p.m. Monday at Canton First United Methodist, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road. Woodstock Meets: 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Hillside United Methodist, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway. www.aageorgia.org/14c-meetings.html Al-Anon and Al-A-Teen Canton Meets: 8 pm Thursday at St Clements Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Road. Woodstock Meets: Tuesday Al-anon and Alateen 8 pm Thursday Al-anon at Hillside United Methodist Church, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. Reba 770-516-3502 www.ga-al-anon.org/district-number.hp?district=17 American Heart Association - Cherokee Division 678-385-2013 American Red Cross metro chapter 770-428-2695 Caregivers Alzheimers Support Group Meets: 6:30 p.m. first Tuesday of Every Other Month at Benton House of Woodstock, 3385 Trickum Rd. 678-494-4500 woodstockinfo@bentonhouse.com Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program for all types of habits, hurts and hangups. Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Woodstock Church of the Nazarene. 770-366-7515 Meets: 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Sixes United Methodist. 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Meets: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Ministry House 678-459-2347 www.MinistryHouse.org Meets: 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton. 678-764-8660 www.celebraterecovery.com Cherokee County Support Group provides support for people with autoimmune conditions. Meets: 6:30 - 8 pm second Thursday at New Light Baptist Church, 1716 New Light Rd, Holly Springs. Stacie Collett 404-402-0571, jhmom88@comcast.net and Christy Stephenson 770-337-0294 christystephenson@ msn.com Cherokee County Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org Cherokee Christian Ministerial Association for pastors and ministry leaders of all Christian denominations. Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Wednesday at Dayspring Church, 6835 Victory Drive, Woodstock. www.cherokeeministers.org

Diabetes Support Group Meets: 9:30 and 11 a.m. third Tuesday at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Road, Woodstock. Linda Watson 770-793-7818 Georgia Canines for Independence. 404-824-4637 gcidogs@aol.com www.gcidogs.org Grace Valley Ministries connects pastors by offering small group meetings, free counseling and a place to retreat. 727-251-7690, info@gracevalleyministries.org www.gracevalleyministries.org Grandparents Raising GRANDchildren Meets: 7:15 p.m. second Tuesdays Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available). Jeannie 770-919-9275 Hearing Loss Association of America NW Metro Atlanta Chapter for people with hearing loss looking for support and resources, holds free and informative quarterly meetings at the Senior Center on Arnold Mill Road. nwmetroatlantahlaa@gmail.com La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets: 10 a.m. first Tuesday and 7 p.m. third Tuesday at Bascomb United Methodist Church. Marguerite 678-315-7686 or Megan 770-517-0191 MOMS Club of Woodstock-TowneLake momsclubofwoodstocktl@gmail.com www.sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets: 9:30 a.m. second and fourth Mondays at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-924-4777 Unlimited Possibilities, support group for stroke and brain injury survivors. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Kennestone Outpatient Rehab Center. Kelly 678-677-2589

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

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

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

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

CIVIC, COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS AARP Woodstock Chapter For anyone age 50 and older. Meets: 11:30 a.m. second Tuesdays at Tuscany. Rich 770-926-1944

Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Meets: 8:30 a.m. first Tuesday at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room). www.saltcherokee.com Cherokee County Historical Society 770-345-3288 www.rockbarn.org Citizen Oversight and Education 678-520-2236, citizenoversighteducation@yahoo.com Jewish Havurah (Friends) A group of Jewish people who meet for Jewish holidays, special Jewish events and Shabbat dinners. Marcie Zied 770-345-8687 Junior Service League of Woodstock 770-592-3535 http://jslwoodstock.org/ Pilot Club of Cherokee County Meet: 6: 30 p.m. second Mondays at IHOP on Hwy 20 Lynda Goodwin, 770-393-1766 or Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com www.pilotinternational.com

Cherokee County Republican Women affiliated with The Georgia Federation of Republican Women Meets: Monthly in Woodstock/Canton. 770-592-7811 or jkconkey@gmail.com Grassroots Conservatives of Cherokee

Meets: 7- 9 a.m. Fridays at the Chick-fil-a on 951 Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock by the Outlet Mall. Bill Dewrell 770-294-0922 Republican Women of Cherokee County 678-520-2236, www.rwccga.com

RECREATION & HOBBIES Allatoona Gold Panners Periodic events and outings to pan the creeks in the Dahlonega Gold Belt along the Lake. Rob Kelly rrkelly@bellsouth.net Cherokee Amateur Radio Society Meets: 10 a.m. on the second Saturday at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road. www.cherokeehams.com Cherokee Community Chorale A community of singers from all walks of life including housewives, teachers, retired professionals, office managers and professional musicians who love the art of choral singing. 678-439-8625 www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North St., Canton. 770-704-6244, www.CherokeeArts.org

Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at IHOP on Highway 92 770-480-4179

Cherokee County Master Gardeners 770-721-7803 www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/mastergardeners

Rotary Club of Woodstock Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at IHOP on Highway 92 678-428-6514

Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org

Rotary Club of Towne Lake Meets: Noon Thursdays at The Grille at Towne Lake Hills at 1003 Towne Lake Hills E., Woodstock www.townelakerotary.com Service League of Cherokee County 770-704-5991 http://serviceleague.net South Cherokee Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. every Friday at The Grille at Towne Lake Hills. 770-926-3522 Towne Lake Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Eagle Watch Golf Club 404-557-2218 www.townelakeoptimists.com Woodstock Jaycees Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday and third Thursday at 216 Rope Mill Road. 770-926-8336 Woodstock Lions Club Meets: 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. 770-906-2958

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee County Democratic Party Meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday at Holly Springs Train Depot, 164 Hickory Road, Holly Springs 770-345-3489 www.cherokeedemocrats.com Cherokee County Libertarians Meets: 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock. http://cherokeelp.org Cherokee County Republican Party Meets: 9 a.m. third Saturday at JUMP Kitchen and Saloon, 1085 Buckhead Xing, Woodstock. 678-882-0915, http://cherokeecounty.gop Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Meets: 4 p.m. third Sunday at Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. Conrad Quagliaroli 770-378-8232, conradquag@gmail.com www.teapartypatriots.org/groups/ cherokee-tea-party-patriots/

Cherokee County Saddle Club Hosts monthly meetings and group rides. www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) Roller hockey. www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Music Teachers Association Linda Lokey 770-720-1701 www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee Soccer Association 770-704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com Christian Authors Guild Meets: 7-9 p.m. first and third Monday at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. www.christianauthorsguild.org Kingdom Riders A forming chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association in Canton. Meets: 8 a.m. fourth Saturdays at Family Tradition restaurant in Hickory Flat. All makes of motorcycles welcome. Les Marmitons For men interested in culinary arts. www.lesmarmitons.org Wildlife Action, Inc. A conservation organization on Allatoona Lake at 2075 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth. 770-924-7464 www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.seniorsoftball.com Sons of the American Revolution - Cherokee Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Rock Barn, 638 Marietta Highway, Canton. www.cherokeechapter.com William G. Long Senior Center Offers activities for seniors at 223 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock. 678-445-6518 AROUND WOODSTOCK | April 2016

DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS DENTAL

ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL SERVICES Edward Jones Ivan Garcia: 770-926-0105 www.edwardjones.com

(Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)

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

Fountain View Dentistry 770-926-0000 www.FountainViewSmiles.com

J RAY, CPA, PC 404-994-5102 www.JRAYCPA.com

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com

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

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

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

LANDSCAPING

Bavarian Repair 770-310-2381 www.bavarianrepair.com

Woodstock Quality Paint & Body 770-926-3898

Above Grade Learning Center 678-313-3301 www.AboveGrades.com

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

Cherokee Internal Medicine 678-238-0301 www.cherokeeim.com

Pigtails & Crewcuts 35 678-842-8299 www.pigtailsandcrewcuts,com/woodstock

Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. 770-974-2390 www.DrFixitPHD.comcom

Salon Gloss 678-483-8900 www.salongloss.biz

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

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

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

Downtown Buzz 23 770-592-6056 www.downtownwoodstock.org/downtown-buzz

Brownlee Agency 800-810-8699 www.brownleeagency.com

CLEANING SERVICES

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

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

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North Georgia Audiology 13 and Hearing Aid Center Dr. Jan Henriques and Dr. Christa Nelms 770-726-8948 www.YourHearingLink.com North Georgia Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, Dr. Bret Hintze 770-999-0804 www.NGFAR.com Northside Hospital-Cherokee www.Northside.com

INSURANCE

BUSINESS

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

HOME IMPROVEMENT & REPAIR

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Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.cherokeega-animals.org

Atlanta Gastroenterology Assoc. 678.593.1295 www.atlantagastro.com

Plae Hard plaehard.com

PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES

HEALTH & FITNESS

BEAUTY, MASSAGE & SPA

Landscape Matters 770-403-5813 www.LandscapeMattersInc.com

PETS

EDUCATION/TUTORING

AUTOMOTIVE

Mclellan Excavation & Landscaping 404-520-0710 www.excavationandlandscaping.com

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

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

POLITICAL David Waters for Cherokee County Sheriff Cover, 36, 37 www.DavidWatersforSheriff.com Michelle Homier for State Court Judge www.judgehomier.com

REAL ESTATE & RELATED SERVICES

Crest at Laurelwood www.crestatlaurelwood.com

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

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RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT

Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage, Tara Daigle, Realtor 43 404-925-6351 tara@keatingbrs.com Broadus Realty Group Donna Broadus, 404-583-8856 www.broadusrealtygroup.com

Reflection Lake Nantahala Inside back Kristine Flaig, 828-321-3101 www.reflectionlakenantahala.com

Magnolia Cottages by the Sea Inside back Linda B. Lee, 850-319-8050 www.magnolisdreamcottage.com

Cherokee Youth Football Assoc. www.cyfa.org

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

GreenPrints Alliance Trailfest www.trailfest.org

Hillside UMC Men’s Club Golf Tournament www.hillsideumc.org/men-of-hillside

RESTAURANTS/FOOD

Fire Stone Wood Fired Pizza & Grill 770-926-6778 www.FireStoneRestaurants.com

RETAILERS/SHOPPING Blue Frog Imports 770-592-0122 www.BlueFrogImports.biz

Dismero Redline 678-398-4008

Kidoodle Consignment Boutique 770-374-8634

Leaning Ladder 678-401-2609 www.LeaningLadderOliveOil.com

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Sam’s Dollar Plus 770-966-2799

Spirited 3 678-214-5304 www.spritlala.com

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