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14 Downtown Canton

Calendar of events, dining guide for the historic district

16 Summer Camps

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

20 @ The Library

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

24 Got a Green Thumb?

Canton’s community garden is a great place to find out.

26 Lake Allatoona

Volunteer opportunities range from park hosts to cleaning crews.

31 3-Day Training

Veteran walker offers tips for preparing for October event.

32 Everyday Angels

Motorcycle accident changes a family’s life in an instant.

43 Dean Rusk

Native son made history from Cherokee to the world stage,

48 Helping Hands

The HOPE Center offers support resources for women in crisis.

Contributing Writers

In Every Issue

Don Akridge

Rob Macmillan

Gloria Avillar

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Kyle Bennett

Michael Martin

Christopher Brazelton

Bonnie Clark

Dr. Scott Merritt

Angela Glowcheski

Dr. Hitendra Patel

Delia Halverson

Premier Group

Dan Jape

Dr. Leisa Jennings

Josh Keenum

Mark Kissel

Evan Kropp

Around Sixes

Community News

Birthdays

Dining Guide

Ribbon Cuttings

Community Calendar

Christopher Purvis

Lisa Randall

Lynne Saunders

Everyday Angels

Susan Schulz

Faith

Tim Timmons

Ann Litrel

Betsy Trope

School News

Dr. Michael Litrel

Scot Turner

Recent Home Sales

Jackie Loudin

Dr. Mark Van Deusen

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AROUND SIXES From the Editor 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 16 and 17. 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 31. 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 26. 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. Tune in to your inner child and keep your Sixes Living 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 Sixes Living. She has lived in Cherokee County since 1987. Send your comments or questions to Candi@AroundAboutMagazines.com.

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People, The Places and Pleasures that make Sixes/Canton/ Holly Springs

The The

You’re Invited

Mayor Gene Hobgood will be at the Chick-fil-A at 2048 Cumming Highway in Canton between 8 and 10 a.m. on April 22, and he’s inviting Canton residents to stop by and chat with him.

What’s New

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates has opened a new office at 2020 Cumming Highway, Suite 102, Canton, with doctors Bruce Kalmin and Nandha Kanagarajan. Atlanta Gastroenterology are specialists in the detection and treatment of digestive diseases, hepatitis and colon cancer. 678-593-1295. www.atlantagastro.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 Changed

Play Art has changed its name to the Canton Arts Academy, which offers art and music lessons, and paint and birthday parties. Canton Arts Academy is located at 6768 Hickory Flat Highway Suite 112, Canton 30115. 770-345-7529. www.cantonartsacademy.com.

What’s Coming

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 project, which will result in 106 jobs with an average yearly wage of more than $60,000 and more than $15 million in capital investment, will be 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.

#CantonForward

The topic of development of the downtown and River Mill districts drew a good crowd to a local coffee shop in late March. TSW, an architecture consulting firm, displayed detailed draft plans that included adding more residential options, businesses, trails and ways to access the Etowah River. Guests were asked to review and offer suggestions. TSW rep Woody Giles said a final plan should be ready for approval by the Canton city council sometime in May. To get a closer look at the proposals, visit www.cantonforward.com.

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Community Board The Sixes Living Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders who assist us as contributors to the magazine, judges for the annual Trailblazer award and advisors who offer valuable feedback. Pat Gold moved to Canton 33 years ago when she married Dr. Homer (Nugget) Gold. After 18 years with Delta Airlines and another 12 working for the Cherokee County School District, Pat began volunteering. She serves on the boards of the Cherokee County Arts Center, the Canton Main Street Program, Canton Tourism, Inc., and chairs the Canton Planning Commission. Pat and her husband have four children and four grandchildren. Pharmacist Dale Coker owns Cherokee Custom Script Pharmacy in Holly Springs and lives in Woodstock with wife Susan. The University of Georgia graduate is vice president of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. His community involvement has included Cherokee County Habitat for Humanity, youth league coaching and church leadership. Dale’s latest achievement is co-inventing the patented TopiCLICK, a topical metered dosing device. Cindy Crews is a longtime Cherokee County educator. She joined the Sixes community as assistant principal of Sixes Elementary School in 2011 and is now principal. Cindy and her husband, Andy, have lived in Woodstock for 20 years, and they have two young adult daughters. Her motto: Children are the future of the human race; teach them well. Dr. Joe McKechnie senior pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church, grew up in Cobb County. After earning a degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Georgia, Joe spent six years as a television sportscaster. He has a master’s degree from Asbury Theological Seminary and a doctorate of ministry from Southern Methodist University. Joe and wife Catherine have two children, David and Grace Ann. Sonia Carruthers is the executive director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS and the Cherokee Youth Works program, based in Holly Springs. The Cherokee County native grew up in Canton and has lived in Woodstock with her son and daughter for the past 17 years. She is very active in the community and currently serves with local and regional organizations to strengthen families and children. Chantel Adams is the founder and CEO of Forever We, Inc., a socially responsible toy company that believes every child deserves a forever family, safe housing and a healthy body. She has a biology degree from the University of Evansville, serves on the Executive Board of Highland Rivers Health, and volunteers with the Cherokee County Juvenile Court. Chantel and her husband, Gavin, live in Canton and have four children. 6

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Society Honors Preservation Efforts The Cherokee County Historical Society recently honored four historic property owners for their outstanding preservation work and Judson Roberts was given the inaugural Judson Roberts Lifetime Service Award. Roberts is a lifelong member of the historical society who became active during the late 1980s when he spearheaded the movement to save the historic Rock Barn, located on the former Crescent Farm. Donated to the historical society by the Cherokee County School District, Roberts led the fundraising committee to secure almost $500,000 for the barn’s renovation.

Jiffy Freeze Drive-in, 8046 Knox Bridge Highway, Canton Alene Blankenship has kept the Jiffy Freeze looking exactly as it did when it opened on Aug. 18, 1962. Well known around Canton for delicious food and excellent service, the Jiffy Freeze remains a popular stop on the way to or from Lake Allatoona. Although the roof and tiled floors are new, the display of Coca-Cola memorabilia and menu signs will bring back memories for many patrons.

Sixes Community Cemetery, 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton The cemetery has been in use since 1832 on land later owned by Gov. Joseph Brown, who deeded the property to the community. Since 2009, Sixes United Methodist Church has overseen operation of the cemetery. Extensive, ongoing research and analysis of the cemetery grounds have yielded a wealth of information, including the locations of more than 400 unmarked graves. A dedicated group of volunteers, including local Boy Scouts, has cleared brush, repaired numerous broken tombstones and installed wayfaring signs.

McClure-Davis and Bearden-Cline houses The McClure-Davis House in downtown Canton was originally occupied by Alfred and Kate McClure. Following her husband’s death in 1939, Kate McClure continued to live in the house until 1983. The current residents, Billie and Robert Davis, have retained the original siding and many of the original windows and doors. In 1909, Waleska farmer and store-owner William Bearden built a two-story home across from Reinhardt College and sold the house in 1946 to Amos and Beulah Cline, who rented the rooms upstairs to a generation of newlywed couples. After Beulah’s death, the property fell into disrepair until it was purchased by artist Phoebe Maze in 2014. Maze refinished much of the hardwood flooring, retained the distinctive beadboard siding and most of the original windows, and renovated the six fireplaces.

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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.

A Resource for Cherokee’s Senior Citizens 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 Cherokee High School’s the teacher will receive Microsoft Innovative Shandrea Tolbert performs Educator certification and other special training. “I Know Where I’ve Been.” 10

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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.

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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Our employees and physicians have volunteered more than 10,000 hours to Cherokee County schools and organizations.

CONTRIBUTING We contribute to Cherokee County schools and support local venues and community activity centers.

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Stay Tuned to See Canton Resident’s 15 Minutes of Fame BY BONNIE CLARK

I have always loved “Wheel of Fortune,” and it has been a dream of mine to be on the show. So last summer I went on the show’s website, clicked “Be a Contestant” and submitted a video. About a month later I got an email asking me to come to a live audition in Atlanta. I was so excited! The audition was intense. I realized quickly that it is much easier to play the game from my couch than with an actual wheel and puzzles and buzzers and people watching. By the end of the afternoon I was exhausted. We were told that if we were selected, we would receive a letter in the mail within two weeks. Two weeks (and two days) later I got my letter that I was now in the contestant pool! I downloaded the game on my iPad and started binge watching the show. In mid-February, I was notified that I had a tape date of March 3. My husband and I quickly booked flights and a hotel. I was so excited, and nervous. The entire experience of being on “Wheel of Fortune” was so much fun! I met Vanna White, who is so sweet and down to earth (and gorgeous!). Pat Sajak is quick and witty. Even Jim, the

voice that gives all the prizes away, was super fun. I was surprised at how small the studio seemed and how heavy the wheel was, Before I knew it, the lights went up, the pressure was on, and it was time to spin the wheel. My goals were to 1) not throw up on Pat’s shoes, and 2) win something, ANYTHING. Did I accomplish my goals? You’ll have to watch to find out on April 18 on NBC. It was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I will never forget.

Celebrations!

Courtney Trudeau

Age 16 on April 14 Happy Sweet 16! Love Dad, Mom and Myles

Matthew Emerson Kerry

Born Jan. 11, 2016, 10:28 p.m. 10 pounds, 10 ounces, 21 inches Proud Family: John, Roxanne, and William

Celebrating April birthdays at The Lodge at BridgeMill

are, back row from left: Susan Myers, Ken Shedd and Lorna Wiktorski. Front row, from left: Hortense Lawrence and Barbara Swaine.

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 SIXES LIVING | April 2016

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Downtown Canton For more details, visit www.cantonhdl.com.

Canton First Friday Schedule

The Hollywood of the South?

6-9 p.m. in downtown Canton

Once again, our historic and scenic city was chosen as the backdrop for filming an upcoming movie. “Hidden Figures” is a 60s era film, starring Kevin Costner, Taraji P. Henson and Octavia Spencer, about a team of African American women who provide NASA with the mathematical data necessary to launch the program’s first successful space missions. Several streets were closed for filming in mid March, and Matthew Thomas, the city’s economic development director, took a picture of the scene. The movie is set to release in January 2017.

pril 1: The “Forces” of Disney and Star Wars Collide A featuring Wet Jeans May 6: Canton Night featuring The Thrillhammers June 3: Bike Night featuring No Sweat July 1: Beach theme featuring Kid Brothers Band Aug. 5: Cherokee High School alumni night (1967-1976) featuring Cinnamon Groove Sept. 2: Jeep Night featuring Thomas Fountain Oct. 7: Oktoberfest/Dancing in the Streets featuring 1st Generation

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 St., Canton. 770-345-3288.

April 13-21

Cherokee County School District middle school art show at the Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North St. , 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays and noon-2 p.m. Saturdays. Reception is 6-8 p.m. April 14. www.cherokeearts.org.

April 14-17

“Little Shop of Horrors” will be presented by Page One Studios of Roswell at the Canton Historic Theatre, 171 E. Main St. Performances ThursdaySaturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets $15. 770-704-0755. www.cantontheatre.com.

April 27-May 5

Cherokee County School District high school art show at the Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North St., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays and noon-2 p.m. Saturdays. Reception is 6-8 p.m. April 28. www.cherokeearts.org.

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 younger. 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. 14

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May 1

Recycling Day 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 151 Elizabeth St. • Items accepted at no charge: personal computers, laptops modems, floppy/disk drives, printers, UPS batteries, CD-roms, fax machines, cell phones, circuit boards, copiers, phones, PC power supplies, stereos/ VCRs, CD players, scanners, keyboards, typewriters, microwaves, mouse/mice test equipment wire/cabling, networking equipment, PC monitors and car batteries. • Items accepted for a charge: CRT monitors $5 each, televisions $30 and projection/console televisions $50. • Items not accepted: washers/dryers, blenders, humidifiers, refrigerators, mixers, gas powered, vacuum cleaners, de-humidifiers, tools, ovens and household trash.

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.

May 21-22

Canton Festival of the Arts: A Juried Show for Fine Arts and Crafts will include an artist’s market with more than 75 exhibitors from nine states, serenity gardens, an interactive children’s experience and live entertainment. Free parking. For more details, visit www.cherokeearts. org/festival.

Alpine Lamb with Puglia Style Pasta SUBMITTED BY MANCINI’S ITALIAN TRADITION IN DOWNTOWN CANTON

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8 ounces capicola ham or prosciutto 2 pounds lamb medallions, bone in, frenched 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, cut in half 4 stalks of celery, diced into small pieces 6 ounces of cleaned arugula or kale, whole 1 pound orecchiette pasta 2 anchovy filets 2 cups white wine, preferably chablis 4 ounces of butter cut in large cubes 4 ounces finely diced white onion 2 cloves of peeled garlic crushed with a knife Salt and pepper to taste Several tablespoons of ricotta, at room temperature

Season lamb medallions with salt and pepper. Wrap the meat end in the capicola or prosciutto. Wrap the bone in aluminum foil, and set aside on a plate to allow meat to reach room temperature. Bring 1 gallon of water (with 1 teaspoon salt) to a boil. Dump the orecchiette into the water, testing frequently for doneness. Once you have reached the desired doneness (al dente is preferred) drain the pasta. Preheat ¼ cup of olive oil in a 12-inch saute pan until the pan starts to visibly smoke. Cook the lamb in the pan until you have reached the desired doneness. Set meat on a plate to rest. Add the anchovies to the same pan and dissolve them in the lamb drippings on low heat. Add the celery, tomatoes, onion, garlic and greens. Sauté the mix until the onion is translucent, deglaze the pan with the wine and reduce by half. Add in the orecchiette and butter and heat until the butter is melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the lamb over the pasta and garnish with a dollop of ricotta. See ad on page 33.

DOWNTOWN CANTON DINING GUIDE Your complete guide to casual and upscale sit-down dining in downtown Canton

RESTAURANT CUISINE BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER SUNDAY

SPIRITS RESERV.

R&M Sandwich Shop 117 W. Main St. 770-479-4413 Look for R&M on Facebook.

Custom-made sandwiches

closed

Downtown Kitchen 140 E. Marietta St. 770-479-1616 thedowntownkitchen.com

Steak & Seafood

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closed

Full bar

yes

Seafood

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closed

Full bar

yes

The Snug Gastro Pub Gastropub 190 E. Main St. 770-213-4814 thesnuggastropub.com

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open

Full bar

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Mancini’s Italian Tradition 250 E. Main St. 678-880-7770 mancinisitaliantradition.com

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Goin’ Coastal 125 W. Main St. 770-479-3737 goincoastalseafood.com

Italian

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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. 16

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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. SIXES LIVING | April 2016

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Ribbon Cuttings

AT&T

2129 Cumming Highway, Canton, 770-479-1155

Canton Arts Academy

Frady & Hall Heating and Cooling

404 Edward Creek Court, Canton, 678-446-4927

Aden Insurance Consultants

6768 Hickory Flat Highway, Suite 112 www.cantonartsacademy.com

1353 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 120-383, Canton www.jofainc.com

LGE Community Credit Union

Farmers Insurance – The Dao Agency, LLC

Mancini’s Italian Tradition

Children’s at Cherokee Urgent Care Center

2018 Cumming Highway, Canton 770-424-0060

190 East Main St., Canton http://mancinisitaliantradition.com

2740 Holly Springs Parkway, Holly Springs www.farmersagent.com/sdao

1558 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 100, Canton 404-785-KIDS (5437) www.choa.org/urgentcare

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2471 E Cherokee Drive, Woodstock, 770-656-5764

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Voting Ends April 15

For Readers’ Choice 2016 If you haven’t had a chance to vote, go to www.SixesLivingMagazine.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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Events for Lego Fans, Crafters & Families Woodstock - 770-926-5859 April 11, 18, 25 Coloring is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. All materials provided. For ages 16 and up.

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April 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 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 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Family Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for families with children of all ages. 3:30 p.m. on April 7, 14, 21, 28. These programs feature stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, music, a free craft activity and a take-home 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. R.T. Jones - 770-479-3090 April 8, 15, 22 & 29 DIY Friday is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for knitters, jewelry-makers and other crafters. Brown-bag lunches welcome. April 16 Drop-In Crafter-Noon from 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 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 & 30 Family Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for families with children of all ages. 3:30 p.m. April 5, 12, 19, 26. These programs feature stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, music, a free craft activity and a take-home literacy sheet. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult. 20

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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.

Angela Glowcheski is the public services director for the Sequoyah Regional Library System. 770-479-3090. 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 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 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 12, 19, 26 Knitting/Crocheting 1 - 3 p.m. Darlene Pawlicki will help you get started on your project. Bring your needles and yarn and be prepared to have fun. No registration or prior knowledge required. SIXES LIVING | April 2016

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Out & About 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 bratwurst 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.

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

The Run for the Roses, a fundraiser for the Cherokee County Historical Society, begins at 3:30 p.m. at the Rock Barn. It’s the 13th annual event, and features gourmet cuisine, open bar, silent auction, pony pull betting, bourbon tasting and a hat parade and contest. Tickets $60 available at www.rockbarn.org or by calling 770-345-3288. 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 22

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May 7

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. 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 14

Fun Fest at the Macedonia ballfields 5:30-8:30 p.m. with food, music, bounce houses, silent auction, vendors, home run derby and more. Proceeds benefit the ballpark. $10 wristbands at the gate.

June 5

Homecoming at Fields Chapel United Methodist Church. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with an old-fashioned covered dish dinner on the grounds, hymn singing, guest speakers and musicians. The church is at 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton. www.fieldschapel.org.

Reinhardt University

Falany Performing Arts Center, 770-720-9167, www.reinhardt.edu/fpac

April 8-10:

“The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, is loosely based on Charles Dicken’s famous unfinished novel. Performed by the theater program. All seats $12.50.

April 12:

The University Jazz Ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m., under the direction of Anton Harris. Featuring a wide variety of music from classic big band hits to blues to contemporary works. All seats $12.50.

April 14:

The University Symphonic Winds will perform at 7:30 p.m., directed by Rob Opitz. The Symphonic Winds has close to 90 students with both music majors and nonmajors. The smaller, audition-only Wind Ensemble also performs during these concerts. All seats $12.50.

April 17:

The University Concert Choir will perform at 3 p.m. under the direction of Dr. Martha Shaw. Reinhardt’s largest ensemble has nearly 100 students. All seats $12.50.

April 25:

The University Symphony Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. under the direction of Jere Flint, presenting the best of orchestral music, from the Baroque period through the 20th century. The orchestra has approximately 60 students. All seats $12.50.

May 14:

Doktor Kaboom will perform at 3 and 6 p.m. Doktor Kaboom is an over-the-top German physicist with a passion for science that knows no bounds. Sporting chrome goggles, an orange lab coat, motorcycle boots, and wicked cool hair, Doktor Kaboom travels the world, thrilling adults and children with an explosive comedic style. Doktor Kaboom will explore the fundamentals of electrical energy and the history of humanity’s adventures into its potential. Topics include: safety, Tesla, Edison, Faraday, lightning bolts and current, sparks, resistance, electromagnetic coils and many more. Nothing says science like KABOOM! Please note: Due to the electrical experiments, guests with pacemakers or similar medical devices should be a minimum of 50 feet from the stage. Admission is $17.50 for adults, $15 for ages 55 and older and students, and $10 for children age 12 and younger.

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Canton Victory Garden East BY EVAN KROPP

Interest in food gardening is booming. According to the National Gardening Association, food gardening in the United States is now at its highest level in more than a decade. Several factors attribute to this growth. Homegrown food can reduce food costs, supply better quality and better-tasting food, and allow people to know their food is safe. As a bonus, gardening can be fun. Unfortunately, starting a garden at home is not a viable option for everyone. Challenges like HOA restrictions, limited space or lack of direct sunlight are just a few of the issues keeping people from growing food. Fortunately, there is a solution: community gardening. A community garden is a shared piece of land gardened by a group of people who pay a small fee to rent a garden bed where they can grow their food and participate in a community of like-minded individuals. Recognizing the need for a community garden in Canton, resident Laine Kirby Wood and Canton architect Roy Taylor lobbied the city. Canton’s first community garden, Canton Victory Garden East, opened in 2012. The garden’s name is a nod to history. During World War I and World War II, families planted victory gardens to help prevent food shortages. According to the National World War II Museum, at their peak there were more than 20 million victory gardens across the United States, producing more than 1 million tons of vegetables during the war. East was added to the garden’s name because it was hoped more

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plots would spread in other directions. The garden is open to anyone, and no previous gardening experience is required. Experienced members are always willing to act as mentors, and valuable how-to information is available in the garden’s monthly newsletter. According to Community Manager Monte Schultz, gardening activities are all organic, which means that no pesticides, herbicides or GMO plants are allowed. The garden includes 34 4-foot by 12-foot plots and two new smaller ADA-compliant raised plots. Plots are available on a first-come basis with more built as needed. An annual fee of $25 for new members and $20 for returning members includes a space, water and use of community tools. Each year runs from March 1 to Feb. 28. In addition to individual gardening, group activities include events like seed planting with children, cleanup days, potlucks and socials. The garden is located on a leased half-acre parcel at the foot of the water tower on Big Oak Drive at Highway 20. To learn more or subscribe to the garden’s newsletter, search for the Victory Garden East group on Facebook.

Evan Kropp, Ph.D. is an assistant professor of communication and media studies at Reinhardt University.

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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. 26

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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

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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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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.

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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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EVERYDAY

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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Lifestyle

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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Make Time to Care for Your Teeth

It’s important to make time to schedule routine dental care as part of a healthy lifestyle. It’s also important to find a dental office that respects your time, helps manage your dental care needs, and provides efficient and responsive dental care. These are essential fundamentals that can add up and actually save you time. Fountain View Family Dentistry provides convenient appointments that fit your busy schedule and a warm, welcoming staff that is focused on you and your family’s dental health goals. Being on time with periodic exams and cleanings is a proven way to prevent future dental issues. Preventive dentistry is straightforward and if patients do their part and maintain regular checkups, 95 percent of the problems most patients experience will be minor. Even major dental issues, when caught early, can be minimized.

Take a (Pampered) Timeout

It’s not a surprise that most people don’t look forward to visiting the dentist. But what if you could enjoy a dental office visit because it feels more like a spa experience? At Fountain View, patients are greeted by the soothing sounds of indoor waterfalls, soft music and amazing massage chairs to help promote relaxation at the dentist. In the Pamper Lounge, patients can enjoy complimentary coffee, tea or water, and parents, spouses and friends are invited to wait in a private waiting area for patients who are receiving dental care. The spa experience continues once 36

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patients are in the dental chair. Dental chairs provide a seamless massage experience coupled with fiber optic lights that twinkle in the domed ceiling overhead â&#x2C6;&#x2019; reminiscent of a starry sky. Noise canceling headphones with your choice of music are available to enhance the pampering, which is topped off by a warm paraffin hand wax treatment to ensure relaxation.

The Right Time, The Right Place; No Time Like the Present

A comfortable dental experience is also based on the quality of the equipment used for diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Harden takes pride in making sure his practice has the latest in dental technological developments. Modern equipment, including a state-of-the-art computer system that allows patients to view their customized treatment plan, ensures your visit to Fountain View Family Dentistry will consist of the best treatment experience possible. Dr. Harden has been practicing dentistry for nearly 30 years and works tirelessly to develop a staff of professionals that adds to the quality of care patients receive at Fountain View.

Make It a Long-Term Relationship The contact you have with your dental office begins with the person who answers the phone, extends to the dental assistants and hygienists, and ultimately the dentist. Dr. Harden and the staff at Fountain View Family Dentistry work hard to cultivate strong relationships with their

patients through open, honest communication, and a practice built on trust and integrity. They have been a part of the community for many years and plan on being around for many more. They are committed to caring for you and your family with unprecedented dental care. Superior dental care is waiting on you and your family at Fountain View Family Dentistry. Take the time today to call, and begin the journey to your best and healthiest smile.

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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.

Bill Offers New Hope for Cancer Patients BY SCOT TURNER

In this column I have not shied away from pointing out when I think government does things that might appear counterintuitive. In fact, I believe the government often creates barriers to common sense solutions to some of our most complex issues. However, there are instances when I believe the legislature gets it right and during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legislative session, I believe we scored a win for individual liberty and common sense. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 580,000 Americans died from cancer in 2015. Every year, billions of dollars are spent searching for new treatments and a cure. The process that each new treatment must undergo in order to reach FDA approval is arduous and takes years to complete. New treatments take an average of 10 years and $10 billion to gain FDA approval. The wait for approval for a potentially lifesaving medication is simply too long for those with terminal conditions. That is why I co-sponsored HB 34, the Georgia Right to Try

According to the American Cancer Society, more than 580,000 Americans died from cancer in 2015.

Act, which would allow patients with a terminal prognosis to gain access to experimental medications in an effort to search for a cure. We have banded together on this effort because we believe that government should not be a barrier in the doctor/ patient relationship and should not prevent access to a medical treatment that has the potential to save a life. Under the Georgia Right to Try Act, a patient can gain access to experimental medications under the following conditions: the patient must have a terminal diagnosis, must have considered all options, have the doctor recommend the treatment, acknowledge informed consent to participate, and the drug company agrees to make the treatment available outside of a clinical trial. After a year of debate, I am proud to say that the Georgia Right to Try Act passed unanimously out of the House and Senate and is awaiting the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature. It is my sincerest desire that this new law will give hope to those struggling through a terminal illness and offer additional tools to save lives.

Scot Turner is a small business owner and the State House Representative for District 21. He can be reached at 678-576-2644 or www.facebook.com/turnerforhouse.

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Lifestyle

Reducing the Risk of Outliving Your Money

What steps might help you sustain and grow your retirement savings? DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CFP®, CPA/PFS U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS

“What is your greatest retirement fear?” If you ask retirees that question, “outliving my money” may likely be one of the top answers. Retirees and pre-retirees alike share this anxiety. In a 2014 Wells Fargo/Gallup survey of more than 1,000 investors, 46 percent of respondents cited that very fear; 42 percent of the respondents to that poll were making $90,000 a year or more.1 Retirees face greater “longevity risk” today. According to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, the average retirement age in this country is 65 for men and 63 for women. Many of us will probably live into our 80s and 90s; indeed, many of our parents have already lived that long. In 2014 (the most recent year for which Census Bureau data is available), more than 72,000 Americans were centenarians, representing a 44 percent increase since 2000.2,3 If your retirement lasts 20, 30, or even 40 years, how well do you think your retirement savings will hold up? What financial steps could you take in your retirement to prevent those savings from eroding? As you think ahead, consider the following possibilities and realities. Realize that Social Security benefits might shrink in the future. Today, there are three workers funding Social Security for every retiree. By federal estimates, there will be only two workers funding Social Security for every retiree in 2030. That does not bode well for the health of the program, especially since nearly one-fifth of Americans will be 65 or older in 2030.4 Social Security’s trust fund is projected to run dry by 2034, and it is quite possible Congress may intervene to rescue it before then. Still, the strain on Social Security will mount over the next 20 years as more and more baby boomers retire. With this in mind, there’s no reason not to investigate other potential

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retirement income sources now.3 Understand that you may need to work part time in your 60s and 70s. The income from part-time work can be an economic lifesaver for retirees. Suppose you walk away from your career with $500,000 in retirement savings. In your first year of retirement, you decide to withdraw 4 percent of that for income, or $20,000. At that withdrawal rate, not even adjusting for inflation, that money will be gone in 21 years. What if you worked part time and earned $20,000-$30,000 a year? If you can do that for five or 10 years, you effectively give your retirement savings five or 10 more years to last and grow.3 Retire with health insurance and prepare adequately for out-of-pocket costs. Financially speaking, this may be the most frustrating part of retirement. We can enroll in Medicare at age 65, but how do we handle the premiums for private health insurance if we retire before then? Striving to work until you are eligible for Medicare makes economic sense. So does building some kind of health care emergency fund for out-ofpocket costs. According to data from Health Affairs, those costs approached $16,000 a year in 2014 for Americans ages 65-84, and $35,000 a year for Americans age 85 or older.4 Many people may retire unaware of these financial factors. With luck and a favorable investing climate, their retirement savings may last a long time. Luck is not a plan, however, and hope is not a strategy. Those who are retiring unaware of these factors may risk outliving their money.

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Dean Rusk: Cherokee County Statesman BY BETSY TROPE

Recently, Cuba has been in the news as attempted to invade Cuba and overthrow America’s relationship with the island just Fidel Castro’s Communist government. off the Florida coast changes dramatically. The operation failed and was a major Fifty-five years ago this month, Cuba also embarrassment for Kennedy. dominated the headlines, as the Bay Only a few days after this crisis, Rusk of Pigs crisis unfolded, with a Cherokee returned to Cherokee County to speak County native at the heart of the action. at Reinhardt College’s homecoming David Dean Rusk, born near Woodstock celebration. More than 4,000 people filled in 1909, was chosen by President John the college grounds as Rusk addressed the F. Kennedy to serve as secretary of state conflict in Cuba and urged the students to in late 1960. The son of two school be of service to their country, a common Rusk, shown speaking at Reinhardt College’s teachers, Rusk attended Davidson College theme in the Kennedy administration. homecoming celebration in 1961, had 13 family and studied international relations as Even after the resolution of the Cuban members graduate from the Waleska institution. a Rhodes scholar at Oxford University. Crisis, Rusk’s tenure as secretary was Following his U.S. Army service in World War II, Rusk joined the U.S. filled with turmoil. Rusk and Kennedy did not get along well. Department of State, where he focused on political affairs in the Although Rusk offered to resign several times, by 1963 rumors Far East. Shortly after his election, Kennedy consulted with Rusk on suggested that the president might dismiss him. In November potential nominees for secretary of state, never mentioning Rusk 1963, everything changed when Kennedy was assassinated in as a candidate. It was quite a surprise when Kennedy called the continued on page 65 next day to offer him the position. Kennedy and Rusk’s first months in office turned into a trial by Canton native Betsy Teasley Trope earned master’s degrees fire, as tensions grew between the United States and the Soviet in Egyptology from Johns Hopkins University and in heritage preservation from Georgia State University. She is program Union, centered on Cuba. On April 17, 1961, CIA-sponsored manager at the Cherokee County Historical Society. forces landed at the Bay of Pigs, on the south coast of Cuba, and

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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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Lifestyle

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.

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“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. 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. 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.

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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

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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.

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Health & Wellness

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.

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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 airhandler system thoroughly and inspect the ductwork for leaks. This will provide optimum conditions for the UV light system.

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

Heartworm Prevention Not to Be Taken Lightly BY LEISA JENNINGS

Allergy Season Has Arrived BY MARK B. VAN DEUSEN, M.D.

More than 50 million Americans have a condition known as allergic rhinitis, commonly referred to as hay fever or allergies. Symptoms of allergic rhinitis can include nasal congestion, sneezing, increased mucous production, postnasal drainage, cough and itchy eyes. More severe symptoms include loss of sense of smell, chronic sinus infections, facial pain or pressure, headaches and chronic fatigue. Depending on the allergy, some people can have symptoms year round, while others have seasonal symptoms. Interestingly, allergy symptoms can develop at any age and symptoms can change over time. When a person has an allergy, it means their immune system reacts to inhaled, ingested or touched substances that should not typically cause a problem. Substances that cause this inflammatory response within the body are known as allergens. Common allergens include various tree, grass and weed pollens, molds, dog or cat dander, dust mites and various foods. In-office skin testing is an efficient and accurate way to test a person’s response to these allergens and grade their severity. This information is valuable for the patient and physician. Patients can attempt to avoid certain allergens (if possible) and the physician can plan the most effective treatment strategy. Treatments to control allergy symptoms include over-thecounter antihistamines, decongestants, steroid nasal sprays and antihistamine nasal sprays. Some medicines need to be prescribed by a doctor. Allergy immunotherapy is another treatment option. The goal of immunotherapy is to eliminate the body’s inflammatory response to allergens over time. Examples of immunotherapy include allergy shots or allergy drops. These are utilized to re-program a person’s immune system to become tolerant of allergens so they do not cause the inflammatory response that leads to symptoms. For spring and summer allergy sufferers, now is the time to set up an appointment with your ear, nose and throat doctor. Ideally, treatment should start before symptoms appear or soon after. A thorough history and physical exam is sufficient for an initial diagnosis and treatment plan. A discussion with your physician will help determine if allergy testing should be performed. A nasal and sinus examination can also identify any variations in anatomy that may be contributing to symptoms. Addressing allergies and contributing factors can lead to a significant improvement in quality of life. If you have never been evaluated for allergy symptoms, now is a great time to see your doctor and start feeling better. Dr. Mark B. Van Deusen enjoys treating patients with sinus disease, nasal obstruction and allergies at Northwest ENT and Allergy Center. He also practices head and neck surgical oncology, otologic surgery, and pediatric otolaryngology. He can be reached at (770) 427-0368.

“Hey doc, do I really need to give Fido that heartworm prevention every 30 days? I usually remember to administer it every other month, and sometimes I don’t give it in the winter. But that’s OK, right?” This is a dialogue that I encounter all too often, indicating that many people are aware of heartworms and prevention, but they do not truly understand the prevalence and ramifications of this devastating disease. It is a disease that takes time to produce clinical signs and is often not properly addressed until diagnosed. Perhaps we as veterinarians are not properly educating pet owners at the preventative stage. The American Heartworm Society has deemed April as National Heartworm Month to provide an opportunity to promote education regarding this prominent, potentially fatal but preventable disease. Heartworms, Dirofilaria immitis, are blood-borne parasites that affect dogs, cats, ferrets, wolves, coyotes, foxes, sea lions and, very rarely, humans. The adult worms live in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels, causing severe lung disease, heart failure and damage to other organs. Victims acquire this infection through the bites of a mosquito that has feasted on an infected animal. Mosquitoes are required for transmission. Unfortunately, these winged Petri dishes are resilient and designed for survival, dating back to the Triassic Period. They can thrive in a variety of climates and environments, have an average flight radius of 1-3 miles, have no aversion to coming indoors, and can consume a blood-meal three times their body weight. With just a little information, we can resolve many misconceptions. This is a disease transmitted via direct contact with infected mosquitoes. Indoor isolation does not provide protection. Heartworms do not reside in the gastrointestinal tract, and thus are not found in stool. It is not a seasonal disease or only a concern for sub-tropical regions. Heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states. The American Heartworm Society recommends that all dogs receive monthly heartworm prevention all year. Prevention is available in many forms. Most are administered every 30 days based on the biology and life cycle of the heartworm (I’ll spare you the details). However, the treatment is a prolonged, expensive, multi-step process that is not without risk. Even after the disease is successfully treated, long-term effects often remain. Prevention is far easier than treatment both medically and financially. Is your dog properly protected?

Heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states.

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Health & Wellness

Preventing and Treating Dry Socket BY DR. SCOTT MERRITT

In most cases, dentists have the goal to help patients keep their natural teeth for as long as possible. However, there are instances where extracting a tooth becomes necessary, such as after a serious injury or to create space for braces. One risk associated with tooth extraction is dry socket, a condition that occurs after a tooth has been removed and the blood clot that helps to heal the area becomes dislodged. Discomfort usually results from dry socket and it’s important to receive prompt treatment to avoid further problems. What Can Cause a Dry Socket? Although rare, dry socket can happen to patients who have very good oral health and have had a properly completed extraction. However, a number of conditions increase the likelihood of dry socket, including: • Pre-existing infection in the mouth, or high levels of bacteria. • Smoking or using smokeless tobacco. • Birth control medications, which may cause changes in normal hormone levels. • Poor overall oral hygiene. • History of dry socket problems after extraction. • Drinking through a straw or cup that requires sucking. Treatment for Dry Socket Generally, dry socket is treated by having your dentist

thoroughly irrigate the area to remove food or other debris that may have collected. The void is then packed with special dental material that is soaked with antibiotic solution. This packing may need to be changed a number of times over the next several days, either at home or by a dental professional. In addition, oral antibiotics are often prescribed to reduce infection and allow the empty space to heal completely. Because dry socket can create discomfort in the jaw, cheek and eye area, over-the-counter pain relievers are frequently recommended. If the pain is severe, your dentist may prescribe stronger medication to help make you comfortable. Many individuals also find that ice packs can alleviate the discomfort, but patients should be careful not to leave cold compresses on their facial tissue for long periods of time. Although dry socket can be an annoying problem, it is not considered a serious condition and will usually improve within a week.

Dr. Scott Merritt founded BridgeMill Dentistry in 2002. The office is located on Sixes Road between Ridge and Bells Ferry roads.

Snoring Could Be a Health Warning BY HITENDRA PATEL, M.D.

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 risk of sleep apnea related Sleep studies have traditionally been done in a sleep lab. complications. In addition, 52

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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

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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

Happiness and Smiles BY DELIA HALVERSON

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:

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Faith

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

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

forefront of who we become. They help to define us. Our 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.

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The Truth Is: You Matter to God BY MICHAEL MARTIN

“For this reason I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world - to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice.” John 18:37 Pontius Pilate, the Roman official who ultimately gave Jesus up to be crucified, was trying to determine who exactly Jesus was and why his own people were so infuriated with him. Jesus offered no defense other than that his testimony of who God is, was true and complete. Pilate’s response to Jesus, “What is truth?” is indicative of the human heart and reflects how the world views truth today - as being relative. Meaning that we can pick and choose what to believe and our beliefs determine our truth. However, when you read the biographies of Jesus’ life (the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John in the Bible), it becomes readily apparent that Jesus himself forces us into an either/or position. Either what Jesus tells us about himself, his purpose, and his relationship to God the Father is true; or it is all a lie. There is no middle ground. We don’t have the ability to pick and choose what we like about Jesus and what we don’t. Jesus tells us it is all or nothing. Ultimately the reason that Jesus came into the world was to show each of us that we matter to God, and to remind us how much God loves us. God defines love not as an emotion but as an act. Love is an act of sacrificial giving as reflected

in these verses: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 “And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:2 Christ died for you and me because we matter to him. Above all else, God desires to have a relationship with us today and forever. That is why he created us. However, in our creation God has given us the freewill to choose him. He doesn’t force himself and his will upon us; otherwise it wouldn’t be a relationship, it would be subjugation. The truth is that God wants you to be whole and complete and fulfilled through choosing Him, but there is only one way in which that can happen. “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’” John 14:6

Michael Martin is the director of biblical counseling for Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. mike@mtzb.org

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School & Sports

Congratulations to the seventh-grade boys team at Teasley Middle School for winning the middle school basketball championship.

Kind Hearts Shown Through Service Learning Project

Best in Fair

More than 200 Liberty Elementary School second-graders participated in a service-learning project called Have a Heart for Seniors Boxes. The students decorated gift boxes with paper hearts, filled them with Natalie Gallagher and Cari-Jill Adams fill small gifts they had collected (combs, a box with gifts. lotion, word search puzzle books, tissues, lip balm, notecards, etc.), made cards, and delivered the gifts and cards to residents at the Brian Health and Rehabilitation Center in Canton during the nursing home’s Valentine’s Day party. The Center’s activities director, Stephanie Thompson, visited the school in advance to talk with students about what life is like for seniors who live there. Principal Doug Knott said the project made the idea of serving others in the community real for students. “The smiles and comments by the residents made the day very special for the students,” Knott said. Classmates Taylor Daugherty, Brody Smith and Kenneth Merritt prepare gift boxes for delivery. 56

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Freedom Middle School students Lexie-Anne Rodkey, Connor Macmillan and Rackley Ade were among the Cherokee County school district’s Best in Fair winners at the recent Georgia Council for the Social Studies (GCSS) Northwest Regional Social Studies Fair held at Kennesaw State University. Their winning entries will advance to the GCSS State Social Studies Fair later this month at Clayton State University. Lexie-Anne Rodkey is in seventh grade. Her project topic was “What was Hurricane Katrina’s Impact on the Gulf Coast? What is the significance and why do we still remember it today?” Sixth-graders, Connor Macmillan and Rackley Ade worked together on their project, “Planning for the Pros – Do you need to live in a certain state to make the Major Leagues in baseball?“ Judging was based on an interview, a research paper and the effectiveness of a visual display.

From left, Connor Macmillan, Rackley Ade and LexieAnne Rodkey.

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.

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School & Sports

Science Team Scores Big Cherokee Charter Academy’s Science Olympiad team won four first-place medals, one second-place medal and three third-place awards at the regional Science Olympiad competition. The team, comprised of students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades, also earned ribbons in five other events. Team members included Kenskey Thomas, Maulik Durani, Allison Palmer, Kaitlyn Gower, Emily Parent, Regan Cerlanek, Vevey Libert, Lexi Shroyer, Marina Tonner, Emily Flair, Harnoor Grewal, Abigail Howe, Max Evangelista, Celine Mondesir, Lina Wiseman and Asia Griffiths.

The Cherokee Charter Academy’s Science Olympiad Team.

Preschoolers Get Scientific Preschool students at the Goddard School in Canton recently participated in an in-house science fair; an event that was designed to pique children’s curiosity in STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics). Students participated in experiments and created projects designed to help them collaborate, communicate, be creative and think critically.

Bryce Jones with his winning project and teachers, from left, Caitlin Crews, Amy VanFossen and Kristen Brooks.

Students Earn Honors at State Technology Fair Bryce Jones, a student at Woodstock Elementary School, won first place in the robotics category at the Georgia Educational Technology Fair. Jones was one of 59 students from Cherokee County who entered projects into the state fair after advancing from the regional competition. More than 1,200 students from schools statewide competed in categories such as robotics, animation and project programming.

From left, 4- and 5-year-old preschoolers: Caroline, Caroline, Knox, Anika, Connor and Hasita.

Funds Raised for Humane Society Sixes Elementary School recently held a Care for Animals Hat Day fundraiser. Students could wear a hat of his or her choice for a donation of $1 or more benefiting the Humane Society. More than $500 was raised to help animals in need. Care for Animals chairperson and kindergarten teacher Laura Uszenski with kindergarteners, from left, Giana Easterly, Abraham Gonzalez, Asher Matthews and Kyra Cheek. 58

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Downtown Woodstock

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.â&#x2C6;&#x2019; noon every Saturday in May through October on Market Street in downtown Woodstock. Our partnership with the Cherokee County Farm Bureau will continue so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

The Downtown Buzz is held at the Chambers at City Center (8534 Main Street) on the last Friday of the month and begins at 8 a.m. unless otherwise noted.

Date: April 29 Topic: Greenprints Alliance Gary Moore, Executive Director For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at 770-592-6056 downtownwoodstock.org/downtown-buzz Business, individual and non-profit memberships are available

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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. SIXES LIVING | April 2016

Downtown Woodstock

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.”

TRAILFEST2016 a benefit event for greenprints alliance featuring:

THE DELTA SAINTS and other musical guests

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.

get OUT: Northside Hospital Cherokee 5K & Fun Run trailfest.run

ABOUT GPA:

Climbing Wall & MTB Test Track, food, beer, & music.

Greenprints Allance is focused on facilitating the building of trails and amenities through advocacy and fundraising.

Donations to benfit trail development are appreciated!

We have a vision for a healthier lifestyle in Woodstock.

thanks to our sponsors, trailfest is a free event!

may 7. 2016 // downtown woodstock // trailfest.org

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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.

Theater has a bigger impact on culture than many realize.

CITY CENTER • DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK

APR 29 - MAY 15 Fri/Sat @ 7:30pm Sun @ 2:00pm

Call or visit us on the web to learn about our

SUMMER CAMPS

Write, Produce, and Perform your show in one week!

Christopher Brazelton, a Florida State University graduate, works as the operations director for Elm Street Cultural Arts Village.

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SIXES AREA HOMES SOLD IN FEBRUARY                                                  

                                                 

                                                 

                                                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                   

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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.

April 13, 20, 27 Lap-Sit Storytime at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. for children ages 1 to 3 to learn the story-time experience and encourage literacy by including books, songs, rhymes and physical activity. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.

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Dallas. Rusk again turned in his resignation to President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was again refused. He enjoyed a closer relationship with Johnson than Kennedy, since both came from rural, southern backgrounds. Vietnam dominated the later years of Rusk’s term. His strong support for military action in Vietnam made him the target of anti-war protesters. Dean Rusk left office in 1969 as one of the second-longest serving secretaries of state (he shares the honor with William H. Seward; they both served for seven years and 364 days). He returned to his home state, teaching international law at the University of Georgia. He retired from there in 1984, and died a decade later.

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April 18 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 10 LEGO Robotics at 2 p.m. April 6 and 3 p.m. April 10 where children ages 9-14 create, build, control and play with LEGO Robotics. Registration required. April 13 Overdrive Workshop at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. where participants can learn to check out an eBook. Registration required. April 20 Facebook 101 for beginners only at 4 p.m. You must have an email address. Registration required. April 24 Social Sunday from 2-5:30 p.m. for gaming with new and old friends. If gaming isn’t your style, pick an adult coloring page. Games, pencils, crayons and coloring pages available. Most games are appropriate for ages 10 and older. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Light refreshments provided. April 25 Peepshi 6-7:15 p.m. Create your own Peeps sushi (aka Peepshi) using marshmallow Peeps, Rice Krispie treats and other candy. For teens and tweens in grades six and up. April 26 What Every Woman Should Know About Money at 10 a.m. as part of Money Smart Week. Learn how to be confident about your finances and saving needs over time. Also learn about short-, medium- and long-term goals. Registration required. April 27 Career Lab 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. free career help from the Atlanta Regional Workforce Board’s Mobile Career Lab. Get help with your job search, information about training opportunities and access to computer workstations. Ages 16 and older. April 28 Saving for Retirement at 2 p.m. as part of Money Smart Week. Topics include: Why and when should I start saving for retirement and how do I develop my retirement savings plan? Registration required. Tips and Tools for Helping Seniors Avoid Financial Exploitation at 3:30 p.m. as part of Money Smart Week. Topics include: Recognizing and reducing the risk of senior financial exploitation, how to guard against identity theft and how to plan for unexpected financial needs. Registration required.

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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 Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591- 0837 www.ngumc.org Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371

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

OTHERS

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

Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.ngca.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572 www.mormon.org Church of the Messiah 4115 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock, 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestoneschurch.info Fresh Springs Worship Center 11910 Eagle Drive, Suite 100 Woodstock, GA 30189 770 575-3656 www.freshspringsworship.org 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 SIXES LIVING | April 2016

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SIXES AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee sponsors a yearly backto-school bash, giving children in need filled backpacks to free haircuts. www.giveakidachance.org

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

Goshen Valley Boys Ranch offers a home, care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. 770-796-4618 www.goshenvalley.org

SERV International operates the House of Hope orphanage in Africa, sponsors a clean water program in Dominican Republic and meal distributions worldwide. Also offers mission trips. 770-516-1108 www.servone.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

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. 770-592-8072 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 Collins Dixon Foundation: Bend Your Knees, Inc. raises awareness and helps children with pediatric brain tumors. Contact: Bob Dixon, 678-922-1560. 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

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. 678-391-5950 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

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

Never Alone Outreach provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee families in need. www.neveralone.org.

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

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

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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

The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations. Edeline Dryden 678-789-6158 www.xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/ woodstock/

Cherokee County Special Olympics provides yearround sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org

AARP Woodstock Chapter Is for anyone age 50 and older. Meets: 11:30 a.m. second Tuesdays at Tuscany. Cost is $15.

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 Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club Meets: Noon on third Thursdays at Canton IHOP Glenda Hinton 770-345-1751 Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Canton YMCA. Steven Van Schooten 770-366-8224 www.toastmasters.org The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations. Edeline Dryden 678-789-6158 www.xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/ woodstock/

CIVIC, COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS

BridgeMill-Sixes Service League Marlyn Patouillet 770- 345-7941 www.bssl.org Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Meets: 8:30 a.m. first Tuesday at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room) www.saltcherokee.com Canton Lions Club 678- 224-7878, www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Canton IHOP. canton_optimist@hotmail.com www.sites.google.com/site/cantonoptimistclub/ home Canton Rotary Club Meets: Noon Tuesdays at the Cherokee Conference Center at the Bluffs www.cantongarotary.org Cherokee County Historical Society 770-345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Cherokee County Service League 770-704-5991 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 Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at IHOP on Highway 92 770-480-4179 Service League of Cherokee County 770-704-5991, www.serviceleague.net

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee County Democrat Party Meets: 7 p.m. second Thursdays at Holly Springs Depot, 164 Hickory Road, Holly Springs. 8:30 a.m. first Saturdays at IHOP, 3010 Northside Parkway, Canton 30014. 770- 345-3489 www.cherokeedemocrats.com/d2. Cherokee County Libertarians Meets: 7:30 p.m. third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock 30188. www.cherokeelp.org. Cherokee County Republican Party Meets: 9 a.m. second Saturday at Winchesters Woodfire Grill. 678-809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Meets: 4 p.m. third Sunday at Latimer Hall in Woodstock. Conrad Quagliaroli 770- 378-8232 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 Cherokee County Master Gardeners 770-721-7803 www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/ mastergardeners Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee County Saddle Club Hosts monthly meetings and group rides. www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) Roller hockey. www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Music Teachers Association 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 Is for men interested in culinary arts. www.lesmarmitons.org Wildlife Action, Inc. Is 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 Hwy., Canton. www.cherokeechapter.com William G. Long Senior Center Offers activities for seniors at 223 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock. 678-445-6518 SIXES LIVING | April 2016

DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL SERVICES Citadel Professional Services, LLC 770-952-6707 J RAY, CPA, PC 404-994-5102 www.JRAYCPA.com

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ANIMALS/PETS BridgeMill Animal Hospital 770-479-2200 www.bridgemillvet.com

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

ATTORNEYS Nelson Elder Care Law, LLC

678-250-9355 www.NelsonElderCareLaw.com

Cherokee County Toyota Inside front 770-704-9525 www.CherokeeCountyToyota.com BANK/CREDIT UNION LGE Community Credit Union Inside back 770-424-0600 www.LGEccu.org BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Downtown Buzz 770-592-6056 www.downtownwoodstock.org/ downtown-buzz

Amy’s Professional Cleaning 404-397-5044 www.AmysProCleaningService.com

Dynamic Clean Team 404-414-7743

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BridgeMill Dentistry 770-704-1812 www.BridgeMillDentistry.com

Canton Dental Town 770-622-1515

Dentistry at Hickory Flat 770-213-8166 www.HickoryFlatDentist.com

Fountain View Dentistry Cover, 36,37, 49 770-926-0000 www.FountainViewSmiles.com

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

Children’s Leadership Academy 7 770-720-2090 www.childrenleadershipacademy.com Goddard School, The 770-720-3003 www.goddardschool.com/atlanta/ canton-prominence-point-ga

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

Plae Hard plaehard.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS & REPAIR Alcaraz Drywall 678-949-8689

Classique Custom Builders 678-903-6805 www.ClassiqueCustomBuilders.com

Earthly Matters Painting 770-346-0203 www.earthlymatterspainting.com

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

Hammocks Heating & Air 770-794-0428 www.hammockshvac.com

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

Sundance Pressure Wash & Seal 28 770-720-2203, 404-771-0071 www.sundancepressurwashandseal.com

HOSPICE AmityCare Hospice 678-402-5235 www.amitycarehospice.com

LANDSCAPING

Addison Taylor Salon 770-224-8484

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678-842-8299 www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com/woodstock

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

Mr. Junk 678-675-8651 www.mrjunk1.com

EDUCATION/INSTRUCTION

Pigtails & Crewcuts

Salon Spa Venéssa 770-591-2079 www.salonvenessa.com HEALTH & FITNESS

DENTAL (Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)

HAIR SALON/MASSAGE/SPA

CLEANING SERVICES

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 53 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com

AUTOMOTIVE BridgeMill Auto Care Canton location: 770-720-0765 East Cobb location: 770-641-9906

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

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Calvary Landscaping & Irrigation

Overstreet Lawn Care 770-861-7272 www.overstreetlawncare.com

770-720-1727 or 770-827-0346

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

North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center 13 770-726-8948 www.NorthGeorgiaHearing.com North Georgia Foot & Ankle Reconstruction, Dr. Bret Hintze 7 770-999-0804 www.NGFARcom Northside Hospital – Cherokee www.northside.com

Northwest ENT and Allergy Center 770-427-0368 www.NW-ENT.com

Plastic Surgery Center of the South 42 770-421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net Towne Lake Primary Care Family Medicine 678-445-0819 www.TowneLakePC.com

POLITICAL David Waters for Cherokee County Sheriff www.DavidWatersforSheriff.com

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Michelle Homier for State Court Judge www.judgehomier.com

REAL ESTATE Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage, Tara Daigle, Realtor 404-925-6351 tara@keatingbrs.com Magnolia Cottages by the Sea Premier Group, The — Keller Williams 678-494-0102 www.TPGsells.com

Wellstar Family Medicine www.wellstar.org

Inside Front

Linda B. Lee, 850-319-8050

Back cover

Reflection Lake Nantahala

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

Kristine Flaig, 828-321-3101

Cherokee Youth Football Assoc. www.cyfa.org

GreenPrints Alliance Trailfest www.trailfest.org

MarineMax Office:770-781-9370 Cell: 571-251-9718 www.MarineMax.com

RESTAURANTS

Great American Cookies 678-224-6843 www.greatamericancookies.com

Mancini’s Italian Tradition 678-880-7770 www.mancinisitaliantradition.com

RETAILERS

RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT Canton Main Street 770-704-1548

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

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Blue Frog Imports 770-592-0122 www.BlueFrogImports.biz

Noni’s Attic 770-224-8871

Outspokin Bicycles 678.483.0200 OUTSPOKINBIKES. COM

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