7 14 aroundwoodstock webfinal by Aroundabout Local Media, Inc.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

July

2014 Volume 1, Issue 9

14 Art on the Green

Artists, residents celebrate cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing art culture.

16 For the Scrapbooks

Photos of Woodstock, River Ridge and Sequoyah graduates.

26 Shopping With Chantel

Warm weather entertaining can be stylish yet hassle free.

29 Be Vigilant

Advice from police chief to keep Woodstock a safe city.

28 Building a Legacy The Stocktons are integral

in trailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth, uniting community.

Contributing Writers

In Every Issue

50 Reading Resources

Chantel Adams

Lorre LeMarca

Around Woodstock

Don Akridge

Ann Litrel

Community News

Michael Caldwell

Dr. Mike Litrel

Birthdays 12

G. Lora Grooms

Suzanne Litrel

Community Calendar

Dr. Scott Harden

Dee Locklin

Kristina Laurendi Havens 24

Calvin Moss

Restaurant Guide

Beth Hermes

Julian Reid

Everyday Angels

Jenna Hill

Lisa Reidy

School News

Patsy Jordan

Jodi Tiberio

Recent Home Sales

Sean Kaufman

Tim Timmons

Community Information

Lynne Watts

Community of Faith

Gain knowledge, retain skills while enjoying books this summer.

Jennifer Baker Lachnicht 45

Contact us and view the magazine online at w w w. AroundWoods toc kM ag az in e.com Join the Around Woodstock magazine fan page www.facebook.com/ AroundWoodstockMagazine

32 & 33 On the Cover Reliable Heating and Air. Photo by Kim Bates. 2

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Scan this QR code and flip through the www.twitter.com/AroundWoodstock magazine

Patty Ponder, AALM President and Marketing & Advertising Sales. Contact her at (770) 615-3322 or Patty@townelaker.com.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

AROUND WOODSTOCK The

People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Woodstock

What’s New?

Candi Hannigan, editor of Sixes Living magazine, has been named Executive Editor of AroundAbout Local Media, with responsibilities for Around Woodstock and TowneLaker magazines, in addition to Sixes Living. In this new role, Candi will be responsible for setting the tone and directing content for all three publications in addition to daily editing duties.

What’s Open?

The new Holly Springs Walmart, east of I-575 at exit 14, is a 200,000-square-foot supercenter that offers groceries, a vision center, hair salon, Subway, pharmacy and electronics departments.

What’s Coming?

Be on the lookout for an Applebee’s restaurant at the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, according to Woodstock City Manager Jeff Moon, who also said that Starbucks has applied to modify a building at the corner of Parkway 575 and Hwy. 92. Sam’s Club has filed for the appropriate permits to tear down the old Walmart at the corner of Main Street and Hwy. 92 and construct a new building. At press time, a Panda Express was under construction at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. Restaurateurs Hicham Azhari and Fikret Kovac and culinary director Bob McDonough of F&H Food Trading Group are excited to announce the third Salt Factory Pub location and first-ever endeavor in Woodstock, set to debut mid-summer 2014. Goodwill has purchased the vacant building formerly intended for Food Lion, located in the Shops at Bells Ferry, on Bells Ferry Road at Wyngate Parkway, and plans to open a retail center. Anticipated opening is August or September. “I feel the addition of Goodwill to anchor the Shops at Bells Ferry, which was originally developed to be occupied by a grocery store, will not only help generate leasing activity for the remaining vacancies but will also erase a blight spot in the community that served as a visible reminder of the effects of the economy and real estate collapse,” said Justin Berryman, director of real estate services for Franklin Street.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

July 4th Celebrations Woodstock

The July 4 celebration starts early with the 7:30 a.m. Woodstock Freedom Run 5K. Register at www.active. com or www.woodstockfreedomrun.com. The annual parade begins at 10 a.m. at the old Walmart/Furniture for Less store on Highway 92, and will move north on Main Street through the Olde Towne merchant district to end at Woodstock Elementary School on Rope Mill Road. After the parade, head over to the festival at The Park at City Center (101 Arnold Mill Road) until 3 p.m. where there will be food, live music with the Kona Music band in the gazebo, children’s games, cake walk, arts and crafts and vendors. The day’s events conclude with fireworks at dusk behind the Target shopping center on Highway 92 at I-575. Parking directions are spelled out at www. woodstockga.gov. The Allatoona Lake Fireworks display will take place on Saturday July 5.

Canton

Gov. Nathan Deal will attend the Canton festivities this year, appearing at the gazebo in downtown Canton at 3:45 p.m. and then leading the parade. City officials have moved the monthly First Friday evening event to 3-6 p.m., to coincide with the city’s parade that will take place downtown. After 6 p.m., activities switch to the Riverstone Plaza area, where DJ Ray DeLuca will play music for folks gathered for fireworks. An area will be roped off for dancing. Parking will be designated in the plaza and surrounding areas.

Ball Ground

The third annual Faith and Freedom Festival, presented by Ball Ground United Methodist Church, will begin at 3 p.m. June 28 in downtown Ball Ground. Starting with the national anthem and opening ceremonies by local scouts, the day will feature live music by Julie Gribble, Owl Creek and Scarlet Wool. State Sen. Brandon Beach will speak at 4:30 p.m., followed by an 8 p.m. service with worship leader Drake Kennedy and Pastor Kaylen Short. There will be children’s activities, food and displays from local businesses, and arts and crafts. Fireworks will end the festival.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

COMMUNITY BOARD The Around Woodstock Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders, from different walks of life. Our Board assists us in many ways including contributing to our magazine, judging our annual Trailblazer award and providing valuable feedback. Beth Hermes is a graduate of Auburn University’s School of Journalism, and a professional writer for more than 26 years. Her work has appeared in magazines, newspapers and online publications. She also has created award-winning marketing campaigns for corporations and non-profit organizations. beth@eirismarketing.com

Suzanne Litrel is a Young Adult historical fiction author and doctoral student in GSU’s graduate history program. Suzanne resides with her family in downtown Woodstock, which she is very happy to call home. slitrel@aol.com.

Darleen Prem is a photography artist specializing in natural light portrait photography, and she enjoys working dog, pet and family photography. Darleen learned her craft from her late father, who served as a NAVY photographer. Darleen’s studio is in downtown Woodstock, where she spends much of her time photographing local events for the city of Woodstock, and serves as the official “unofficial” photographer for both the Woodstock fire and police departments. She volunteers for many local community charities and the proud mom of an Army Military Police Officer serving overseas.

Ross Wiseman is a father of four, the husband of one, and a pastor and friend to many. He has served as the founding and current pastor of Momentum Church since 2005. The joys and struggles of over 21 years of ministry and 19 years of marriage have given Ross a broad perspective of the human condition. With humor and subtle depth, Ross loves to challenge, inspire and instruct people in what it takes for better living, loving, and laughter. ross@momentumchurch.tv.

Woodstock AROUND

Publisher AroundAbout Local Media, Inc. President Patty Ponder AroundAboutPatty@gmail.com (770) 615-3322 Executive Editor Candi Hannigan editor@AroundWoodstockMagazine.com (770) 615-3318 Art Director Michelle McCulloch AroundAboutAdvertising@gmail.com (770) 615-3307

Around Woodstock, a publication of AroundAbout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly community magazine. The magazine’s goal is to build a sense of community and pride in Woodstock and surrounding area by providing its residents with positive stories and timely information. It distributes a total of 16,000 free copies. Approximately 14,700 are direct mailed to homes and businesses and an additional 1,300 are placed in racks around the community. See page 61 for a distribution map. Around Woodstock also has many digital viewers of the magazine online each month. Around Woodstock welcomes your comments, stories, and advertisements. The deadline is the 5th of the previous month. Subscriptions are available for $24 per year. Send check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the editor/ publisher and the publisher makes no claims as to the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Around Woodstock is not responsible for errors or omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the publisher. All rights reserved. © Copyright 2014. Around Woodstock 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: Patty Ponder, (770) 615-3322 Website: www.AroundWoodstockMagazine.com Powered by Trustworkz, Inc. Publisher’s Website www.AroundAboutLocalMedia.com Volume 1, Issue 9

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

YOUR LOCAL NEWS Young Professionals to Watch The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce has recognized the 2014 group of Cherokee County’s Top 10 In 10 Young Professionals to Watch. “The Top 10 In 10 initiative is designed to cultivate and showcase exceptional Cherokee County young professionals,” said Pam Carnes, chamber president and CEO. The program focuses on Cherokee County residents younger than 40 who are considered to be Cherokee County’s up and coming leaders over the next 10 years. Judges considered the applicants’ past professional achievements and awards and five to 10-year professional goals, as well as volunteer and community activities. This year’s winners are, front row, from left: Brian Stockton,

director of economic development, City of Woodstock; Karen Norred, city clerk, City of Holly Springs; Shannon Wallace, district attorney, Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office; Blake Kononen, commercial airline pilot, ExpressJet Airlines; the Honorable Michelle Homier, judge, Cherokee County State Court. Second row, from left: the Rev. Jordan Thrasher, university chaplain, Reinhardt University; Doug Fountain, vice president/ government guaranteed lending, Community and Southern Bank; Zach Blend, residential life director, Goshen Valley Boys Ranch; Lee Lusk, owner, The Wheeler House/Nickel Creek Development; and Katie E. Wise, branch manager, LGE Community Credit Union.

Applications Accepted for Festival

Free Meals for Hungry Students

The city of Holly Springs is accepting vendor applications for the 11th annual Autumn Fest, set for 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 4 in Barrett Park. Past years have featured more than 50 craft vendors and local businesses, live entertainment, concessions and children’s activities. Applications are available at www. hollyspringsga.us/autumnfest or by contacting Erin Honea at (770) 721-7506 or ehonea@hollyspringsga.us. Application and fees are due Aug. 29.

Cherokee County schoolchildren can take advantage of the USDA Seamless Summer Option for Children program this summer, which gives lunch to children in need at five locations in the county and breakfast at three locations. The meals, which must be eaten on site, are free to any child younger than 18. Last summer, the Cherokee County School District provided 64,980 meals through the federally funded program. More than 32 percent of CCSD students qualify for free or reduced lunch, which means that more than 12,000 students who rely on a breakfast or lunch at school during the year likely do not have access to adequate food during the summer months. No proof of income is required to participate, and meals are available only during the specific times. The program runs through July 25 at these locations: • YMCA Canton: breakfast 8:30–8:45 a.m.; lunch 11–11:20 a.m. • YMCA Woodstock: breakfast 8–8:20 a.m.; lunch 11:30 a.m.–noon. • East Gate Mobile Home Park: lunch 11:30– 11:45 a.m. • Shadowood Mobile Home Park: lunch at the clubhouse 10:45–11 a.m.; lunch at the playground 11:05–11:20 a.m. • Woodstock High School: breakfast 7:45–8:05 a.m.; lunch noon–12:20 p.m.

American Legion Honors Firefighters Thomas M. Brady Post No. 45 of the American Legion, located in Canton, honored several firefighters and staff members with Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services during the annual community service awards banquet. Commander Raymond Rollins presented the following awards: Battalion 1 Firefighter Award – Cheri Collett; Battalion 2 Firefighter Award – Sgt. Phillip Carlisle; Battalion 3 Firefighter Award – Lt. Mike Jones; Volunteer Firefighter Award – Mark Cornelius; EMS Employee of the Year Award – Nate Sullivan; Fire Administration Award – Tamarin Gullett-Tyrrell; Fire Prevention Award – Sgt. Babette Davis; and Special Operations Award – Capt. Frankie Martinez. 8

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

YOUR LOCAL NEWS Cherokee Volunteer Gets National Award

Millie Bush, with her award and Duaine Hathaway, executive director of Georgia CASA.

Millie Bush, a volunteer for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) for Children in Cherokee County, was named the 2014 Child Advocate of the Year during a ceremony held in Texas. Millie was recognized for her exceptional hard work and dedication on behalf of abused and neglected children. In 11 years of volunteer service with the Cherokee County CASA program she has worked with more than 50 children, helping to move these children out of foster care and into safe, loving homes, often against all odds. In one case, Millie’s lone, unwavering support of a struggling mother helped this mother realize that her kids “deserved better.” The mother turned her life around, moving into safe, stable housing and getting a job with which

Walk for Life Benefits HOPE Center The HOPE Center raised nearly $40,000 for the nonprofit pregnancy resource center and its thrift store during the 2014 Walk for Life, with 140 sponsored walkers. “The walk continues to be a unique way to raise funds and awareness in the community. It allows us to continue to serve the needs of those seeking pregnancy and relationship support,” said Avery Jesse, daughter of Paul Jesse and Cindy O’Leary, executive director. Samantha Kelly of Woodstock, leads the way. www.supporthopecenter.com.

Broadcasters Show Appreciation State Sen. Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) has received the Legislator of the Year award from the Georgia Association Beach of Broadcasters (GAB). He was recognized for his sponsorship of Senate Bill 381, otherwise known as the Georgia First Informer Broadcasters Act, which was signed into law in April. “Senator Beach’s efforts on behalf of Georgia’s broadcasters directly led to the passage of this bill, which ensures Georgia’s radio and television stations will remain crucial providers of information during times of emergency,” said GAB President Bob Houghton. www.gab.org.

Sack Lunch Ministry Needs Volunteers Employees invited to donate and volunteers supplies or at MUST complete lunches Ministries to reach the goal. are well on Last year MUST their way to served 247,087 their goal of lunches. serving more MUST is a than 250,000 regional faithVolunteer drivers deliver lunches to children sack lunches based charity throughout Cherokee County. to children in that serves eight need this summer—more than 67,000 counties. The target for this summer have been distributed in Cherokee program is children who, during the County—but they still need help. school year, receive free or reduced-price Individuals, families, scout troops, civic lunches in school. To find out how to organizations or other small groups are help, visit www.mustministries.org. 10

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

she could support her two children. The family was reunified. Millie, who became a CASA volunteer after she retired from the Air Force and a second career with Hewlett Packard, has given more than 1,500 hours and driven more than 11,000 miles in her CASA work. Millie’s husband, Phil, is also a CASA Volunteer Child Advocate. “We are thrilled that Millie is being recognized for the dedication, hard work and heart she brings to the task of advocating for children in our community’s foster care system. She is a fantastic CASA volunteer who never grows weary. We are humbled and honored to have Millie in our CASA family,” said CASA Cherokee Executive Director Deidre Hollands.

Northside Hospitals Place High on Georgia Quality Honor Roll Northside Hospital-Cherokee, along with the Atlanta and Forsyth locations, have been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s Partnership for Health and Accountability Core Measures Honor Roll. The three are among 25 Georgia hospitals in the chairman’s category, the highest on the list. The honor roll is based on clinical data provided by the federal Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS), which administers the nation’s Medicare and Medicaid programs. The data were collected from October 2012 to September 2013. This marks the 22nd consecutive quarter that Northside has been named to the Honor Roll. www.northside.com.

WE VOLUNTEER AND DONATE TO CHEROKEE SCHOOLS AND ORGANIZATIONS. BECAUSE THAT’S WHAT NEIGHBORS DO. Northside Hospital-Cherokee has given more than 10,000 volunteer hours and donated millions to Cherokee schools and charitable organizations. Because Cherokee County is not only the location of our hospital, it is our home. Most of our physicians and staff live right here. Our children go to school with yours and we shop at the local grocery stores with you. Since becoming part of the community in 1997, Northside Hospital-Cherokee is committed to keeping this county great. Because, after all, it’s our home, too.

Cherokee’s community hospital. Northside.com AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

Happy Birthday!

Jose C Velasquez Happy Birthday on July 21 Brother of Rosemary Sanchez Father of Alexis & Alicia Velasquez

Shelby Cox Age 1 on June 2 Happy 1st Birthday! Love you!! Mom & Dad

Noah Mack Age 5 on July 29 Happy Birthday Noah! We love you to the moon and back! Love, Mommy, Daddy and Lauren

Ricky Sanchez Age 13 on June 12 We love you, son! Rosemary, Sieto and Kevin Henson

Abby Webster Age 15 on July 5 Happy Birthday!

Kinsey Ferguson Age 8 on July 16 Happy Birthday, Boo! We love you! Daddy, Mommy, Keegan, Kaden, & Kameron

Kaitlyn Sasso Age 5 on June 3 Happy Birthday, Sweetie! We love you so much and are so proud of you! Love, Dada, Mama and baby Evan

Lauren Mack Age 9 on July 3 Happy Birthday, Sweet Pea! We love you! Love, Mommy, Daddy and Noah

Alexis Marie Velasquez Happy belated June 15 birthday! Proud Aunty Rosemary V. Sanchez Cousins Sieto and Ricky Sanchez

Celebration! Birth

Anniversary Evan Michael Sasso Born March 2 6 lbs., 8 oz., 19.25 in. Welcomed with love by Michael, Aubree and big sister Kaitlyn

Albert and Dorothy Rusk Celebrating 66th anniversary on July 10

Wedding, Birthday and Anniversary Announcements are Free! E-mail to: editor@aroundwoodstockmagazine.com. August deadline is July 5.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Summer’s a Prime Time for Moving SUBMITTED BY THE PREMIER GROUP – KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

Woodstock, like most other real estate markets, is in the midst of the peak buying season. Summer is one of the most popular times to sell or buy a home, and with the increased inventory and demand come both pros and cons. The foremost reason that people buy and sell homes during the summer is probably due to summer vacation. Moving while your kids are out of school for the summer is less disruptive, even if you’re staying in the same town. If your move will result in a change of school district for your children, it is even more important to get things settled by the time school starts up again in the fall. Your kids will be able to make some friends and start the school year on equal footing with their classmates, rather than being the “new kid” who drops in midway through the school year. Of course, there are some things you should keep in mind while searching for your new home: • Since more people are looking to buy, you’ll have to move quickly when you find “the one.” Working with an attentive, experienced real estate agent is very important when time is of the essence. • Moisture issues are harder to identify during the hot Georgia summer. Look for things such as water stains and warping that could tip you off to a problem. And remember, the nose doesn’t lie. Mold and mildew can be removed and affected areas can be painted, but musty, damp smells can give away a hidden leak. Besides your own examination of the house, you should always hire a home inspector to vet the home before you buy.

“Moving while your kids are out of school for the summer is less disruptive, even if you’re staying in the same town. ”

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

Art, Community and a New Tradition

Photo courtesy Darleen Prem

Elm Street Cultural Arts Village held the first Art on the Green event last month in downtown Woodstock to celebrate the people and places that make Woodstock great. Nearly 1,000 residents joined 33 artists, along with several local restaurants and musicians, to celebrate the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing arts culture. The festival not only provided art for guests to view, but also provided blank canvases to allow guests to engage in a community work of art. The Reeves House also was open for tours. Guests had a chance to visit and see the vision for the future Elm Street Visual Arts Center, a 2,500-square-foot historic house that will accommodate artist studios, instruction space and galleries, plus have a meeting room and coffee shop. Photos courtesy Chris Goodson unless otherwise noted.

Above: Glen Reid

Above: Lori Kekel

Photo courtesy Darleen Prem

Right: Fred and Laura Ellis

Left: Jonathan and Abby Peyton

Sarah Bagwell 14

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Left: Barbara Dixon

JULY EVENTS CALENDAR Through Oct. 28

Farmers Market: 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays on Market Street, between Mill and Maple streets (parallel to Main Street). Also, 4:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. (770) 924-0406.

July 7

Karen White and Jenna Blum, “Grand Central”: 6:30 p.m. free signing of books purchased at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St.

July 11 The Gaither Vocal Band: Concert at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock. Tickets $35 for the artist circle, $25 for general admission, $25 for seniors (age 60-plus), and $22 for children ages 2-12. www.premierproductions.com/tour/gaithertour-2014/atlanta-ga.

July 12 Third annual Collins Dixon Bend Your Knees 5K: Plans are underway for the 5K and 1-mile “Brave” Fun Run at First Baptist Church in Canton. To read more about Collins Dixon and to register, visit www.BendYourKnees4Collins.net.

July 14

July 8

Mary Kay Andrews, “Save the Date”: 6:30 p.m. free signing of books purchased at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St.

July 9-23

Hope for Kids Golf Tourney: The scramble-format event begins with an 8 a.m. registration and 9 a.m. shotgun start at the BridgeMill Golf Club, and is followed by a 1:30 p.m. awards ceremony. Raffle and silent auction included. Foursome is $450, or $125 individual. Contact Jay Cox at (404) 395-3417 or Dolores Delgado at (770) 294-4342 for more information.

July 11

July 14-Aug. 1

Seussical The Musical Jr.: Performances at 10 a.m. Wednesdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, 8534 Main St. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door. www. elmstreetarts.org. Friday Night Live: 6-9 p.m. with the theme Americafest: Saluteto Our Troops. Future themes are: Summer of Love on Aug. 1, the Great Downtown Tailgate on Sept. 5, Oktoberfest on Oct. 3, Hollywood Night on Nov. 7 and the annual Christmas celebration on Dec. 5. Woodstock’s downtown event is held the first Friday each month. www.mainstreetwoodstock.org.

July 12

The Jets in concert: 7:30 p.m. at The Park at City Center. The Kentucky Headhunters will perform on Aug. 9, and the Swingin’ Medallions on Sept. 13. www.woodstockconcertseries.com.

July 18

Ted Goeglein, “Embers & Ash” Writing Workshop for Teens: 1 p.m. at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St. Free with book purchase.

July 19

Suzanne Palmieri, “The Witch of Belladonna Bay”: 1 p.m. free signing of books purchased at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St.

July 19

Elvis - A Concert Experience: 7:30 p.m. at Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, 8534 Main St. Jim Jinelli brings the music legend’s songs to the stage. Tickets $15. (678) 494-4251. www.elmstreetarts.org.

July 26

Family Movie Night: 7:30 p.m. free outdoor movie at City Park, presented by Dwelling Place Church. Featuring inflatables, popcorn and giveaways. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. www.dwellingplacemovement.org.

The next Downtown Buzz meeting will be held on Friday July 25 at 8 a.m. at the Chambers at City Center.

Summer camps at Canton Historic Theatre will include acting games, warm-up techniques and creating unique characters. A full performance will be presented to family and friends at the end of each camp. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., cost $150 per week. The themes are: July 14-18—A Night at the Museum; July 21-25—Sherlock Holmes; and July 28-Aug. 1—All Things Seuss. www.cantontheatre.com.

July 19 Back-to-School Bash: Give a Kid a Chance–Cherokee will host the ninth annual event 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Canton and Hillside United Methodist Church in Woodstock. Last year more than 3,000 filled backpacks were given to students in need. To sign up to receive a backpack and medical screenings, or to volunteer to help, visit their website www.giveakidachance.org.

July 20-25 Vacation Bible School: 6-8:45 p.m. July 20-25 at Woodstock Christian Church, 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock. Theme is “Living Inside Out” for children 3 years old through rising sixth grade. Evening meal available at 5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday for $2 donation. www.woodstockchristian.org.

Aug. 3 “The Story” Bible Study: Church of the Messiah, at 415 Charles Cox Drive in Canton, is offering a 31-week journey through the bible appropriate for all ages. Sunday School classes and sermons will center on each week’s topic, and small groups will be offered throughout the week. For details, contact Kelley Sangrey at (770) 479-5280 or ks@churchofthemessiah.net.

See page 4 for July Fourth Celebrations AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Feature

Woodstock Graduates

This group of seniors went to Carmel Elementary School together.

Centavia Hooker

Karly Hodgson

Kelsey Crouch (from left), Madison Schroder, Ashton Tongco, Amanda Fritsch, Hannah Frantz, Madison Jones and Jaclyn Chiesa.

Lauren Dickey (left), Lorraine Useche and Carolyn Edwards. 16

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Christina Conti with her parents.

Kevin Wright

Maddy Stone (left), Dakota Carruthers and Carolyn Edwards.

Sequoyah High Graduates

Right: Sydney Webb, Emma Williams

Lex Lauletta with Principal Elliot Berman

Eli Ware

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Feature

River Ridge Graduates

Principal Darrell Herring with Alexa Rae Heafner

Harrison Hopkins and Liza Jamison.

Brothers Andrew (left) and Austen Fowler and cousin Will Moore.

Daniel Marian and Cherokee Rabjohn.

Lexi Sherer.

Zach Jamison and Libby Gebczyk.

Savannah Freeman greeted by Darrell Herring. 18

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Maggie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bryant delivers valedictorian speech.

Home Sweet Home BY JENNA HILL

Whether you’re hunting for a move-in ready show-stopper or a fixer-upper with tons of character, downtown Woodstock is a great place to look for your first home. Not only can you find great houses, but you can also find almost everything you need to get through the entire process. First decide what type of home you would like. A condo overlooking busy downtown, Jenna Hill is a Tourism or a single family bungalow ? A Information Assistant charming historic home right on at the Woodstock Main Street, or a quaint ranch with Visitors Center. a large lot? You can find them all in Woodstock. After settling on the type of home you prefer, find a real estate agent to make things easier. The Premier Group’s office is located in the heart of downtown Woodstock. The professionals there can help you through the

home buying process, from start to finish. The fun starts after closing on your new home. If your house needs a little TLC before the decorating can begin, swing by Morgan’s Ace Hardware and pick up the tools you need. Downtown Woodstock is also full of home décor stores to suit any style. Pineapple Park on Chambers Street has an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. It’s likely that you won’t leave empty-handed after seeing the items offered here. Christine’s Creations is a one-stop-shop for those who prefer a vintage flair, with a selection of statement pieces and repurposed furniture. Linden offers offer exquisite European antiques and other items. Blue Frog Imports is a great place to go when you’re looking for unique, eclectic pieces for your home or yard. House and Garden offers a wide variety of beautiful items, from dining tables to scented candles. Ivy Manor Interiors is also a great stop to find beautiful things for every room, and is among the many that offer full service interior design. Living in Woodstock is great, but the road to home ownership can be a little difficult. Let the services and stores here in downtown Woodstock make the finding and furnishing process much easier on you.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

A Winner in More Ways than One BY JODI TIBERIO

Brooklynn’s and Branches Boutique recently teamed with Salon Gloss to donate a makeover Jodi Tiberio owns Branches Boutique for “basket” for a local school’s silent women in Towne Lake auction. and brooklynn’s boutique Outbidding for men and women in a few other Downtown Woodstock. hopefuls was Contact Jodi at info@ shopthreads.net. our winner, Ann Findlay. I spoke to Ann over the phone after her win. When I asked her why she wanted a makeover, her answer was simple: “I thought it would be fun.” Believe it or not, this was the first person we have made over for this reason. Ann met with store manager Mari for some shopping, and together they picked out a few maxi dresses that looked really great. To Mari’s surprise, Ann did not own any skinny jeans; Mari grabbed the newest skinny jeans from Miss Me and that was enough to change Ann’s mind. The final look for the makeover was Miss Me skinny flat cross-pocket jeans and a ruffled tank top. Ann left with her makeover outfit and lots of other goodies, and headed to Salon Gloss for hair and makeup. Ann let hairstylist Will know that she was open to a big change. During her consultation, Will decided to take Ann’s hair from an ashy tone that fell below her shoulders to a warm summery asymmetrical bob that complimented her skin tone and bone structure. The new cut is maintenance free, and the new color can blend in with her natural color as her hair grows out. Will finished off her new look with a makeup application and showed Anne tips and tricks on how she can repeat the look at home. I know Ann had fun while refreshing her style. Her new hair and makeup suited her outgoing personality perfectly. I really appreciated her enthusiasm and willingness to try new things. 20

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

Experience Elm Street

Good Things Also Come in Threes BY G. LORA GROOMS

It’s said that bad things happen in groups of three. I don’t know if that’s true, but for Elm Street, we have a group of three good things happening next year. Elm Street’s 2014-15 Season is a triple threat with a Main Stage Season, Children’s Series and Vision Series. Yes, I agree, any one of these would keep a normal community theater plenty busy, but since when has G. Lora Grooms is the anything we’ve done been the director for the Elm Street norm? Cultural Arts Village. It’s our goal to expand She has been teaching, programming to a wider writing, directing and audience, so we needed to performing in the Atlanta area since 1990. You can make sure people know quickly reach her at director@ and easily what shows were for elmstreetarts.org what audience. Our more urban setting in Downtown Woodstock - which, by the way, is one of the Top 10 Cool Neighborhoods in Metro Atlanta according to the Atlanta Regional Commission - gives us the chance to cater to adults seeking something with a bit more edge while still maintaining our reputation for family entertainment. Couples will be able to go to dinner at one of the many fabulous restaurants and then walk over to see a show intended for a mature audience. This Main Stage Season kicks off with Mel Brooks’ hilariously racy musical “Young Frankenstein” (PG13). Besides their regular family-friendly Friday Nite Live shows, the iThink Improv Troupe will have three titled performances: “The Show Must Go On Murder Mystery,” “Last Laughs! Comedy Competition” and the annual “Whose Line is it, Woodstock?” The Troupe is also planning several Saturday shows targeted for adults. The traditional “A Christmas Carol” (G) will be presented in December, followed by “The Wedding Singer” (PG) in February and “Thoroughly Modern Millie” (PG) in May. The Children’s Series includes “Little Red and Peter and the Wolf,” “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” “The Magic Treehouse: Dinosaurs Before Dark,” and “Rapunzel.” There will also be three Studio Productions for young audiences - a special hybrid educational program featuring budding performers. Our new outdoor stage on the Elm Street Event Green provides a great venue for additional programming for the Vision Series, which includes a New Works Festival, Shakespeare on the Green and the annual “Ghost Tales and Trails,” featuring a wonderful new play, the spooky yet comic “The POE Project: Corn on the Macabre” by Park Cofield and Jason Jenkins. You can see, we really do have something for everyone, and I hope you’ll join us for at least one of these great series. 22

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

CITY CENTER • WOODSTOCK

JULY 9 - 23

Wed @ 10:00am Sat/Sun @ 2:00pm Call or visit us on the web to learn about our

FALL CLASSES or our Fall Studio Production

101 DALMATIONS ELMSTREETARTS.ORG 678.494.4251

Downtown Woodstock Dining Guide RESTAURANT Canyons 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsburgercompany.com

CUISINE

BREAKFAST

LUNCH

DINNER

SUNDAY

SPIRITS

RESERV.

American

open

Beer/Wine

Century House Tavern 125 E Main St. 770-693-4552 centuryhousetavern.com

Modern American

$$$

open

Full bar

8 persons +

Fire Stone 120 Chambers St. 770-926-6778 firestonerestaurants.com

Wood-fired Pizza & Grill

$$$

open

Full bar

yes

Southern

Sat./Sun. Brunch

$$$

open

Full bar

American

open

Tapas/Sushi

Fri./Sat. only

open

Full bar

yes

Ipps Pastaria & Bar 8496 Main St. 770-517-7305 ippspastaria.com

Italian

open

Full bar

J Christophers 315 Chambers St. 770-592-5990 jchristophers.com

Diner

$-$$

$ - $$

open

J Miller’s Smokehouse 150 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-592-8295 jmillerssmokehouse.com

BBQ

$ - $$

open

Beer

Magnolia Thomas 108 Arnold Mill Rd. 678-445-5789 magnoliathomas.com

Southern

Sunday Brunch

$$$$

open

Beer/Wine

yes

Pure Taqueria 441 Chambers St. 770-952-7873 puretaqueria.com/woodstock

Mexican

Sat./Sun. Brunch

open

Full bar

6 persons +

Seafood

$$-$$$

open

Full bar

n/a

English Tea room

closed

yes

Italian

$$$

closed

Full bar

yes

Freight Kitchen & Tap 251 E Main St. 770-924-0144 freightkitchen.com Hot Dog Heaven 8588 Main St. 770-591-5605 Ice Martini & Sushi Bar 380 Chambers St. 770-672-6334 icemartinibar.com

Reel Seafood 8670 Main St. 770-627-3006 Tea Leaves & Thyme 8990 Main St. 770-516-2609 tealeavesandthyme.com Vingenzo’s 105 E Main St. 770-924-9133 vingenzos.com

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

$ = most entrees under $10 • $$ = most entrees $10 - $15 • $$$ = most entrees $15 - $20 • $$$$ = most entrees over $20

Casual and Upscale Dine-In Restaurants

Community

Personal Paintings Have Evolved into a City Portrait BY KRISTINA LAURENDI HAVENS

Let’s begin at the beginning—the lady Kristina Laurendi Havens was in the patterned skirt. recently awarded Best of Show at For a long time, I was the Georgia Artists Juried Exhibition hesitant to ask people at the Abernathy Arts Center for if I could photograph her painting “My Heart, Away.” She shares a beautiful studio with them for a painting. artist Ann Litrel at 8594 Main St. But I finally overcame in Woodstock, above Outspokin’ my fear one day in Bicycles. Savannah, when I saw a young woman in a coffee shop. She was a timeless beauty, with brown curly hair, a vintage gray dress and bright purple shoes. After gawking at her from across the room—discreetly, of course—I finally gathered up the courage to go over to her and introduce myself, give her my card, and ask her if I could photograph her for a painting. She said yes. And that yes inspired me to be bold, and ask again. Shortly after, I saw a woman outside of Ember Yoga, asked her pose, and it became the first of what would be dozens of paintings capturing people around downtown Woodstock. Much of the time I’m able to be discreet, and take photos with my cell phone, such as the moment our food is brought to us at the bar in Vincenzo’s. It often gives a unique perspective on the scene. There are moments where I can’t believe I’m in the right place at the right time, like finding two gentlemen sharing a pipe, some wine and conversation outside of Fire Stone Wood Fired Pizza & Grill. Or that my cell phone can capture the light on the performers getting ready in the dark for their act outside Pure on the Day of the Dead! And I nearly jumped up and down with excitement on the sunny afternoon when I walked by the living painting on Main Street one afternoon. I could hardly wait to paint those gorgeous colors and costumes! Eventually I realized I was creating something special. This was becoming a story of downtown Woodstock. My motivations when I took pictures began to change. I sought out certain moments, like the 24

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

gentlemen in Dean’s store. Or the little girl dressed up for tea. I also found myself not just looking at the people, but the environments as well. What strikes me as the biggest strength of downtown Woodstock is its shops are diverse, yet they all fit together like perfect pieces of a puzzle. Each restaurant has a unique quality of light. Each business has a perfectly suited décor. From the timeless qualities of Antiques by Samson & Delilah to the every-town gaiety of the umbrellas at Hot Dog Heaven, Woodstock pulses with life. I began to feel that this series didn’t belong to me. It belonged to the city. The people have given me this amazing amount of inspiration and joy. And beyond the inspiration, they have given me a great deal of joy. When people see the paintings, they talk about them. They share stories. They show an incredible amount of enthusiasm. Everyone who looks at the series connects with at least one painting. So how do I give back to the community through these paintings? I began to talk with my studio partner Ann Litrel about the possibility of an auction to benefit the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. As dates become finalized and the logistics get worked out, I am reminded again and again of the enthusiasm and love that people have for downtown Woodstock. As I had the paintings on display during the last couple of Friday Night Live events, I talked to many couples who recently moved to Woodstock, and could barely contain their love for their new town. And everyone wants to own the paintings. They could all be gone right now if I wasn’t determined to wait for the auction. I was so touched the last Friday Night Live when a gentleman spotted the Fireman painting, and eagerly wanted to buy it. Not for himself, but for the fire hall. “They should have this painting,” he said. What a beautiful testament to the nature of the people of downtown Woodstock. Not for himself, but for someone else. The numerous volunteers at Elm Street Cultural Arts Village embody this belief every day. Elm Street will be for no one person, but will be for the community. It will be for the continued on page 60

EVERYDAY

When Passion Meets Compassion 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, 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, 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.

Spencer with mom Angela.

Cecilia Gettemy supported Spencer by purchasing his gold.

owner of Gettemy Jewelers in Towne Lake, who bought the gold. Between the gold In January 2014, Everyday he sold and the donations Angels featured the story of Angela he received, Spencer was Calderon, a local mom beginning able to give close to $300 her battle against stage three colon to his family for medical cancer. When local resident and expenses. Spencer was founder of Allatoona Gold Panners, excited to join the group Rob Kelly, contacted Everyday Angels again in May and came in hopes of finding a family that away with more found and his organization could help, the donated gold. He hopes Calderons came to mind. Angela’s that his dad is able to get story struck a personal chord with off work and join them in Rob. His lovely wife is a colon future outings. cancer survivor and he had witnessed, Spencer with his gold-panning pals, including Rob Kelly on the right. Rob said he doesn’t pan for gold to get rich: “I just enjoy sharing firsthand, the affects and fears that the Calderons were up against. what we do. It is fun to teach people and being out in the woods Rob Kelly immediately began organizing his future gold panning and working the creeks.” Rob educates the public, at no charge, outings to include Spencer, Angela’s 13 year- old son, in hopes about Georgia’s rich gold history and how and where to find gold of raising funds for his mother’s cancer treatments. In April, 20 along the Dahlonega gold belt that bisects Cherokee County. In panners taught Spencer how to prospect and pan for God’s gold June, Rob held demonstrations at a camp for foster children, local at Blankets Creek. The panners compassionately donated most of library chidren’s programs, and an outing for panners new to the the gold that they panned that day. Some also donated cash for experience. Spencer’s family. “The thing I enjoy most about gold panning is all Everyday Angels is grateful for Rob Kelly and the Allatoona Gold of the wonderful people that I have met. Everyone is so friendly, Panners, Cecilia Gettemy, and Little River Marina, which donated even to someone shy like me,” said Spencer. “I am also proud to be panning supplies for Spencer’s use. It is great to see passion and able to help my mom.” compassion come together! Thank you for sharing your passion Spencer and his parents took his vial of gold along with the with the community and touching hearts along the way. donated treasure to fellow gold panner and friend Cecilia Gettemy, AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Summer Entertaining’s A BREEZE BY CHANTEL ADAMS

1. Serve with Style.

Toss out every platter you’ve ever owned. Nora Fleming serving pieces add refined flair to every occasion; interchangeable pieces can be repurposed for holidays throughout the year. Prices start at $22 at Willows, Canton Marketplace.

2. Not Your Average Herb!

Put these Citronella Mosquito plants in a decorative pot and set them out at your next barbecue. You will be able to enjoy your hamburgers and keep the conversation going until well past sunset. The pleasant scent keeps bugs away and your guests happy. $5.98, Lowe’s Home Improvement.

3. Pottery Look-Alikes

Add a touch of elegance to your next pool party with these melamine bowls and plates that look like expensive hand-painted pottery. You don’t have to worry about someone dropping a plate on the concrete deck. Prices range from $15-$35. Pineapple Park, downtown Woodstock.

4. Snack Time Specials

If your house in summer is like mine, a revolving door of kids, use these practically indestructible plates for delicious treats. At $2.99 each, you can afford to feed the entire cul-de-sac. The line includes matching cups, bowls, and even a picnic blanket. Target Stores, Canton Marketplace and Woodstock Square.

1 2 3

5. Comfy Cushions

If you are worried about finding a comfortable place for extra guests to sit, check out Target’s selection of poufs to add color and dimension to any decor. Toss a few around the living room or your covered, screened-in porch. Best of all, I found these on clearance for just $49.98. Canton Marketplace and Woodstock Square.

6. Mason Jar = Summer

My mom used to fill one up with sweet tea in the morning. We’d nurse it all day, and at night we caught fireflies and poked holes in the lid with an ice pick. I found this oversized, antique one at Linden in downtown Woodstock for $90. For something really special, make a whole pitcher of sweet tea and serve it with a silver ladle.

4 5

7. Gifts On The Go

7 8

Because summer is a time for road trips and parties, it’s likely you’ll need a hostess gift or two to carry you through the season. My new go-to spot is Leaning Ladder in downtown Woodstock. Their expansive selection of specialty olive oils and vinegars, carefully crafted gift baskets, and handselected recipes means I’m guaranteed to arrive with the most delicious gift. Prices start at $5.95.

8. Chimes in the Air

On a cool, summer night you might find two old friends rocking away on the front porch with nothing but a bowl of snap beans between them. Keep rocking, friends. And while you do, listen carefully to the mesmerizing trill of these Corinthian chimes. $54.95. Willows, Canton Marketplace. 26

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Kona Ice Delivers More than Just Flavorful Treats When Rich and Terri 10 FlavorWave flavors as they want or Miramonti are driving one of choose from thousands of different their Kona Ice trucks, chances combinations from custom flavors are they are bringing more than on board the truck. Most popular a shaved ice treat for children among the kids are Tiger’s Blood, and adults. Blue Raspberry and Cotton Candy, The company’s commitment while flavors like pina colada, Bahama to giving back to the community Mama and daiquiri appeal to the is what attracted the Woodstock adults. couple to become franchise The Miramontis bring their truck to owners. That and the fact that sporting events, monthly school visits Terri, a former school teacher, and field days, charity affairs, and Rich and Terri Miramonti can prepare the shaved ice treats for can still be a part of the lives of typically donate 20 percent of gross customers, or let them create their own at the FlavorWave station. young people. sales to the organization that invites Rich and Terri were looking for them. They have the capacity to serve spring. The colorful a business opportunity when they more than 300 cones per hour. vehicles are hard to discovered Kona Ice, a national corporation All shaved ice products are free of miss – Terri describes with franchises in 48 states. The company dairy, gluten and peanuts, with many them as tiki huts on has given back $15 million to communities flavors also available in sugar and dye wheels. At each stop, since it was founded in 2008. That was a free. calypso music plays major selling point for the couple. With help from their sons Jordan through front and “It feels good to be able to give back and Austin and their daughter rear-facing speakers and make people happy, help them Madison, along with Rich’s dad Dick, it while children (and achieve their goals,” said Terri. “And it’s a has become a family business. adults) create their own shaved ice treats fun business because you’re bringing fun “We want to be ingrained in the at Kona’s patented FlavorWave station on wherever you go.” communities where we live. If there’s an the truck. Customers can make their own They brought home their first truck in event, we want people to know we’ll be unique treat using as much or little of the February 2013 and added a second this there.”

Kona Ice Cherokee • (770) 272-2380 • miramonti@kona-ice.com • www.kona-ice.com • www.facebook.com/KonaIceofCherokee

BE BEAUTIFUL. BE YOU. SPRING INTO SUMMER.

you’ll find beauty of greater depth and inspired artistry at salon • spa venéssa— plus, experience rejuvenating spa services that will refresh and boost your well-being too. be beautiful. be youas you spring into summer. book your appointments today.

hair • facials • massage • makeup • nails salon • spa hours mon & fri 9-6 tues, wed, thurs 9-9 sat 8:30-5 july off-peak spa days

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

stay connected.

specials & promotions

8516 main street • downtown woodstock www.salonvenessa.com • 770.591.2079 AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

Chasing Trail BY ANN LITREL

Woodstock Couple Helps Give Birth to a Community Bike and Pedestrian Trail

Brian Stockton doesn’t like media attention. It takes several e-mails and a call to his wife Jennifer before he agrees to this interview, with the understanding that it’s to raise awareness for the Greenprints Trail. The three of us meet in downtown Woodstock on the new outdoor stage of the Elm Street Green. Brian wears a shirt that says “Chasing Trail.” His dry manner is flavored with an undercurrent of humor, and forms a counterpoint to Jennifer’s more obvious warmth. Bordering the Event Green is the new Town to Creek trail segment. Although the official ribbon cutting is still days away, a steady stream of people walking by makes it apparent that the new trail has already been discovered. How did the idea for the Greenprints Trail come about? Brian: “The Steering Committee [commissioned in 2007 by the City Council and Mayor Henriques to form a Master Plan for green space] included staff and some outside consultants, including someone from Atlanta’s PATH Foundation. We met for about nine months. I think it was only the first or second meeting when the committee figured out we didn’t need more ball parks. We needed ‘connectivity’ – how do you get from one place to another without hopping in your car? There was a need for open, unstructured green spaces that could be used for several different purposes.” Brian said that the Greenprints trail runs mostly through the city or around the city limits, but segments are located at probable connections with other trail networks in Cobb County or Acworth. How did you end up taking the lead? “I was city planner at the time. The whole process of designing a trail for public use intrigued me. So I asked Richard [then-Community Development Director Richard McLeod] if I 28

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Painting by Ann Litrel

Brian and Jennifer Stockton are husband-and-wife advocates for the Greenprints Trail, a 60-mile network of bike and walking trails planned for the city of Woodstock and south Cherokee County. The Greenprints Plan was initiated by Mayor Donnie Henriques and city council, adopted in 2008, and awarded $5 million by the county in 2010 to construct the first 4-5 trail segments. Brian Stockton served as project leader for the steering committee that developed the plan. Jennifer is volunteer executive director of the nonprofit organization, Greenprints Alliance, founded to raise public awareness and funding for the trail. This story is part of a series featuring local leaders, volunteers and visionaries, some behind the scenes, who have had an impact on the community. For more on the Stocktons’ story and the accompanying portrait, visit www.annlitrel.com.

could be the project manager, and he said ‘yes.’” How did you discover city planning as a career? “When I was a kid, I really liked building and mapping. Lincoln Logs were a big favorite. My mom used to draw a city map for me, and I would spend hours planning and drawing out shopping centers and roads and parks. I had a hard time finding the right major in college because I didn’t know the name for what I was doing. My undergrad degree was in finance. I went into human resources and hated it. In speaking with architects, they suggested I try public planning. I finally got a master’s degree in city and regional planning, concentrated in urban and public space design.” Jennifer: “Brian went back to school in 2007. Listening to him talk about city planning had me thinking about things you don’t normally, like streets and tree placement.” She laughs and points to the three large trees towering over us. “These trees are a good example. The trail was originally supposed to follow Dupree Road. Elm Street would have turned into a regular grid street, and these trees would have had to come down. So the trail was moved here to save the trees. “We bought our house in 2009 - it’s right by the trail. That’s when it became personal. The whole plan is about the community, and I wanted to help make it happen. Greenprints needed an executive director, so I volunteered.” As the interview ends, I begin to think about posing Brian and Jenn for their double portrait. We move next to the trail, where the sun forms a kind of halo through the green kaleidoscope of leaves. The trees tower behind them. It’s the right backdrop for this portrait, which in my mind, is about more than just this husband-wife team. It’s about an effort that embraces a whole community – people and green living spaces.

You Can Talk About What’s Wrong, or Help Fix It BY CALVIN W. MOSS

Woodstock Police Chief Calvin Moss was sworn in February 2012 after serving 30 years with the Atlanta Police Department. He holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in criminal justice and is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute and the FBI National Academy.

Woodstock, Holly Springs and Canton were recently named by Safewise as among the 25 safest of Georgia’s more than 700 cities. Indeed, Cherokee County law enforcement agencies work well together to protect residents, business owners and visitors. The dedicated officers and deputies of these agencies are here to help, but they cannot do it alone. They need your help to prevent crime and improve the quality of life in our community. Every day, unsuspecting motorists park their car—at home, on the street, in a parking lot—and fail to take basic steps to protect their property. Many people still don’t lock their vehicles, especially at home or when running quick errands. Unfortunately, that’s a practice that allows opportunistic criminals to quickly steal your

valuable property. Remember, even Mayberry had its Otis who found ways to get into trouble when the opportunity presented itself. Be sure to lock your car—EVERY TIME YOU PARK—and subscribe to the Clean Car Campaign to reduce your chances of being victimized. Close all windows and lock doors and take valuables with you or secure them in the trunk before you park. You’d be surprised by the number of our neighbors who still leave a laptop, purse, shopping bag or money visible in their parked car, then return and find it has been stolen. The See Something, Say Something public awareness campaign is also a simple and effective program to emphasize the importance of reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement. The hard-working women and men of Cherokee’s public safety team are on task 24/7 to promote your safety. Yet we often hear from citizens, “Well, I didn’t want to bother y’all,” or “You have better things to do so I didn’t call 911.” The truth is that our residents, business owners and visitors are our best protection against crime. So if you, your neighbors, or friends see something suspicious, call 911 to report it. A suspicious person, vehicle or package can signal a potential crime in the making and we would much rather you call 911 when it’s not needed, than to wait until a crime has already occurred. For more info on the See Something, Say Something campaign, search for that term at www. dhs.gov. Remember, a vigilant community is a safe community.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Community

The American Difference BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL CALDWELL

Are you proud to be an American? Why? Do you believe that the United States of America is truly unique? Why? When I have the opportunity to speak with young people across Georgia, these are a few of my questions. Without exception, they are always proud to call themselves Americans. Much more seldom are they able to articulate “why.” Understanding what makes this nation unique Michael Caldwell is the from every other country on the state representative face of the Earth is fundamental for District 20, which covers Towne Lake and to teaching the next generation Woodstock. He can why they should be proud of be reached at (678) their national heritage. 523-8570 or email In my experience, the best him at Michael@ place to start when exploring CaldwellForHouse.com. what makes America different is with the document that started it all: the Declaration of Independence. On July 4, 1776 our nation’s Founders signed the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. The purpose of this document was not solely to declare our independence, but to explain it. The authors express in the first few lines that dissolution of political bonds as strong as those between Britain and her colonies should not be taken lightly, and they devote a majority of this open letter to the world to explaining their reasons for separation. Before they explain themselves though, they take a slightly different approach. They set forth a paragraph of core principles upon which they will be founding their new nation. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” For generations, Americans and others around the world have analyzed these simple words. We have diced and chopped and striven to understand exactly what the founders intended with each of the “self-evident” rights with which they assert mankind is endowed. In my opinion, the most important provision included in this paragraph is not buried in the rights themselves, though. It has to do with their origin. My father was born in the United Kingdom. He was born

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

“Your rights are not given to you by government. You have rights because you are a human being. You have rights because you are an American. The American government did not gift them to you.” to an American father and an English mother. Through my grandmother, I am a dual citizen between the United States and the United Kingdom. When speaking on this topic, I always enjoy holding up my two passports for the crowd. I hold my red British passport a little higher and ask, “When I travel under this passport, do I have rights?” The answer is of course “Yes,” but the origin of those rights is Britain’s Sovereign, the Queen. She has granted me rights as a British subject, and that is the only reason for their existence. My rights as an American are different. They have always been different for Americans. From the very beginning it was asserted that we are “endowed by (our) Creator with certain unalienable rights…” Whatever your beliefs regarding divinity, understand the core importance here: Your rights are not given to you by government. You have rights because you are a human being. You have rights because you are an American. The American government did not gift them to you. In fact, the government exists for the purpose of protecting these rights that you already possessed. What makes our nation truly different? In the history of the world, the United States of America is the only nation on the face of the Earth that recognizes that our rights come from God and not government. That your rights begin and end apart from the government. If government didn’t give you your rights, they cannot take them away. This is a truly unique aspect of the American form of government. Each of us who has been blessed to call the Great American Experiment our home should take pride in this recognition. Please feel free to reach out to me on my cell phone at (678) 523-8570 or email me at Michael@caldwellforhouse. com. If you have any other questions or concerns, contact me or come meet me at one of my Weekly Coffees with District 20 nearly every Saturday at Copper Coin Coffee in downtown Woodstock. Thank you again for allowing me the honor of representing your family in Georgia’s General Assembly!

Destinations: Farmers Markets for Summertime Fun BY LYNNE WATTS

Nothing says summer in the south like fresh fruits and vegetables. I have a friend who maintains that a simple homegrown tomato sandwich on white bread slathered with mayonnaise is just one step this side of heaven. Fresh sweet golden corn cooked on the grill, accompanied by a mess of Kentucky wonder pole beans cooked southern style with a sliver of fatback thrown in for its delicious salty flavor, can Lynne Watts is an author, send us begging for more. And speaker, coach, mom and of course there are the sweet counselor for Cherokee County schools. Follow her at juicy Georgia peaches that you http://acalledwoman.com/, can eat right off the tree or add http://lynnewatts.com and to creamy homemade ice cream. http://wyatthewonderdog.com. Lots of folks find a sunny spot in the yard to plant a few tomatoes, but what if you aren’t blessed with the necessary space or gardening skills? No worries. There are local farmers markets with everything you can imagine, and possibly many things you haven’t.

The Woodstock Farmers Market runs from May to October on Saturdays in downtown Woodstock. In addition, a Tuesday market – open 4:30-8 p.m. - at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta has been added. Farm-fresh products from local farmers are available. Shoppers can also enjoy cooking demonstrations by local chefs and farm related events presented by the Cherokee County Farm Bureau for children and adults. www. mainstreetwoodstock.org/Programs/FarmersMarket.aspx. For a weekday shopping opportunity, visit the Farmer’s Market at River Church on Sixes Road every Tuesday from 2-7 p.m., where the offers include hot tamales and crafts. If you are an early riser and would like to venture out of the county, visit the Kennesaw market open 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays, and Acworth’s market 7-11 a.m. Fridays. Both feature local produce and products including fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, jams and jellies. www.localharvest.org/river-church-farmersmarket-M53417. www.kennesaw.com/kennesaw-farmersmarket/. www.acworth.com/farmers-market/ Downtown Marietta hosts a Farmer’s market every Saturday morning, rain or shine, year round and on Sundays from April through November. Just visiting the market is an event as shoppers stroll among the booths pushing youngsters in continued on page 60

Farmers Markets Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta Dates: Tuesdays through October Time: 4:30-8 p.m. Location: 915 Ridgewalk Parkway, exit 9 of I-575.

River Church

Dates: Tuesdays through Oct. 23 Time: 2-6 p.m. Location: On the lawn of River Church, 2335 Sixes Rd. Info: Adding monthly pet clinics. www. riverchurchfarmersmarket.com or www. facebook.com/riverchurchfarmersmarket

Downtown Canton

Dates: Saturdays through October Time: 8 a.m. – noon Location: Cannon Park

Downtown Woodstock

Dates: Saturdays through Oct. 28 Time: 8 a.m. – noon Location: Market Street, between Mill and Maple streets Info: www.facebook.com/ MainStreetWoodstock

Cherokee Fresh Market

Dates: Begins June 7, opened Saturdays through Labor Day Time: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Location: Cagle Family Farm, 362 Stringer Rd., Canton

Waleska

Dates: Begins May 15 and meets Thursdays through October Time: 3 – 7 p.m. Location: Behind the North Cherokee Church

of Christ in the Reinhardt University parking lot, corner of Highway 108 and Highway 140 Info: Search Waleska Farmers Market at Reinhardt on Facebook.

Jasper

Dates: Open Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 25 Time: 7:30 a.m.-noon Location: In the Park-n-Ride lot next to Lee Newton Park on Church Street Info: www.facebook.com/JasperFarmersMarket

Marietta Square

Dates: Open year round Time: 9 a.m. – noon Saturdays, noon – 3 p.m. Sundays Location: 65 Church Street, Marietta Info: www.facebook.com/ mariettasquarefarmersmarket AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Feature

Personal Service is at the Forefront of Growing Family-Owned Business Over the last 36 years, Reliable Heating & Air has morphed from the small business that owner Dan Jape started in his basement to a 24-hour operation that is now the largest Trane dealer in North America. The Woodstock-based company employs more than 320 professionals and, with its year-old satellite location in Fayetteville, manages a fleet of 300 -plus trucks. Reliable serves a 26-county territory that stretches north Dan (seated) and Daniel Jape. to Jasper and Flowery Branch, west to Villa Rica, east to Loganville and south toward Warner Robbins. “Woodstock is a good base of operation for us because it has both the space and accessibility to the interstate that we need to continue to serve our growing customer base,” says owner Dan Jape. “We are honest, up-front and do each job correctly. We give our customers a very personal experience.” Customer service doesn’t end when the day shift leaves for home at 8 p.m. That’s when the overnight

crew comes in – three employees who take service calls throughout the night. “Water, plumbing, heating and air conditioning problems can’t wait,” says Jape. “Our customers do not have to leave a message with an answering service. We have someone answering the phones 24 hours a day, seven days a week.” Reliable is a family-owned business – Jape’s son Daniel is the president and heads up the install department. The father/son duo even achieved a difficult accolade: landing on the 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award. Duct cleaning is the newest service added to Reliable’s lengthy menu that includes plumbing, electrical and home performance and heating and cooling. The company’s growth in these divisions has been guided by customer requests. “We found that more and more of our customers were asking us for referrals for their plumbing, electrical and other needs because they trusted us,” Jape says, “but oftentimes the work performed by those outside vendors didn’t meet our standards.” Ultimately, Jape made the decision to bring those areas in-house. “Many customers asked if we could become their ‘onestop’ service provider, and we finally decided it was time.” Quality products and experienced professionals also play a large part in Reliable’s 36 years of success, according to Dan, who said he has hired the best in each industry to lead successful divisions in plumbing, electrical and home performance. A solid staff and dependable equipment allow Reliable to comfortably offer a 100 percent customer satisfaction guarantee.

RELIABLE HEATING & AIR

11075 Highway 92, Woodstock • www.reliableair.com

Photos by Kim Bates

On-Call 24 hours a day (770) 594-9969

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

DUCT CLEANING Alex Peleaz is manager of this newest division, which started just a few months ago and has three dedicated trucks and six technicians. “It’s very fulfilling to help people who struggle with respiratory problems like allergies. We can help make a difference in their quality of life,” Dan Jape says.

PLUMBING Master Plumber Chris McKinney, who has more than 10 years’ experience, directs the plumbing division. Reliable’s plumbers must be licensed by the state of Georgia as a journeyman or master plumber. Reliable Heating & Air specializes in fast, efficient, emergency same-day service and repair of all plumbing systems with a first-class service experience at fair prices.

ELECTRICAL Master Electrician and Manager Mike Grayeski brings more than 19 years of experience to this department. Mike’s team is made up of highly trained and certified electricians. Mike has been in Woodstock for eight years and owned an electrical company until it was acquired by Reliable in May 2012. “I was incredibly impressed with Reliable’s history, brand in the marketplace, and ultimately the quality of work that they deliver in all that they do. It is an honor to now be a part of this incredible Reliable team,” Grayeski says.

HOME PERFORMANCE Air tightness and thermal efficiency in the home is the focus of this division, led by Jason Bouchard. Members of this team are Building Performance Institute (BPI) certified auditors and members of the National Comfort Institute. The goal is to identify leaks around attic doors, ducts or lighting excessive dust and other issues that make your home a poor performer. Auditors compile a complete, detailed report from diagnostic testing and present clients with a written report of changes that can be made to increase comfort level and decrease energy consumption. Reliable’s certified, trained technicians can make all the necessary corrections, including areas of caulking and sealing, duct insulation and tightening, crawl space, can light and attic door sealing. They also can add insulation in any area that is needed. The technicians perform a complete health and safety inspection to identify any issues a home may have with proper combustion of gas appliances and the correct drafting of carbon monoxide from furnaces, water heaters and kitchen appliances. “Whether people have comfort issues in a home, such as high and low humidity, excessive dust build up and/or drafty, cold homes and rooms, they are calling us to help, and we are bringing fantastic results,” says Jape.

24-hour call center located in Woodstock.

HEATING AND AIR Reliable’s HVAC technicians are certified Trane Comfort Specialists. Reliable is also NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certified, which means Reliable’s technicians have passed the NATE test that certifies technicians as having the most knowledge and experience in servicing and installing heating and cooling systems. Dan also requires that technicians wear booties, put down drop cloths and clean up debris so customers’ homes are treated with respect and care. “The people at Reliable are the sum of the company,” he says. “We’re honest, up-front and provide complete pricing so customers aren’t surprised by hidden fees.” Dan believes customers also choose Reliable because the company has been family-owned for decades and will continue to be around for many years to come as Jape’s son Daniel prepares to take over the business one day. “Customers seem to like knowing the faces behind the business,” Jape says. “Many of Reliable’s customers have been with us since the beginning. They know who they’re dealing with and who they’ll be dealing with in the future. Customers can’t build that kind of relationship and familiarity with corporations or a large retailer like they have with us at Reliable.” AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

Journeys: Glory BY SUZANNE LITREL

Suzanne Litrel is a Young Adult historical fiction author and doctoral student in GSU’s graduate history program. From 1998 - 2012, she served as an award-winning IB/AP World History and Economics teacher on Long Island, New York. Suzanne resides with her family in downtown Woodstock, which she is very happy to call home. slitrel@ aol.com .

I never knew her name, or who paired us up, or even why. What I do remember is that she was bigger than me, in heft and in height, though we sported similar hairstyles, popular for the times: chopped straight bangs, and a chin length bob. I was a skinny, bony kid, a fact made obvious when one of the adults strapped me to her. The directions were short. We along with about eight other similarly bound pairs of kids - were to make for the finish, some fifty meters out. First ones there would win. Ready? Ok, then, Set. Go! I am American-born, but not bred. By age nine, l had lived overseas nearly all my life; my father’s career now landed us in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Ours was an international school, but

though the primary language of instruction was English, most of my classmates were Brazilian. So it seemed strange to be celebrating the 4th of July at my school – in May, no less! But 1976 marked the U.S. bicentennial. The school administrators were all U.S. citizens, determined to celebrate the occasion in true American style, before everyone left for vacation. So what did it mean to be an American? On that day, it meant running a three-legged or a potato sack race, activities I had only read about up until then. It meant adults playing softball, and eating ice cream, apple pie and hamburgers. It also involved music. In the months leading up to the celebration, my music class had prepared by learning “real” American songs, like “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “Shenandoah” and “Swanee River.” Those songs filtered into my consciousness as my partner and I lurched toward the finish. I relaxed against her, left arm around her waist, and let my free right leg lighten up to act as support as she powered to the finish. Just a few meters from the finish, we took the lead and flew: working together, we took the gold! Later that evening, about a hundred expatriate Americans stood at a safe distance and watched an extravagant display of fireworks on the hill above the school’s soccer field. The last was a standalone display of the American Flag sizzling red, white, and blue. “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much,” said

continued on page 60

Asleep at the Wheel? You’re Not Alone Drowsy driving involves about one in six deadly crashes. If you’re constantly yawning or bobbing your head to stay awake while driving, you may need more sleep or a sleep evaluation to determine if a more serious problem exists. Stress, work and schedules can make getting enough sleep seem impossible. The Northside Hospital Sleep Disorders Center is here to help you enjoy the benefits of a good night’s sleep like better memory and concentration on the road. We’ll help you start snoozing in bed and not behind the wheel.

Board certified physicians • 5 Convenient Locations Comfortable & Relaxing Settings • Comprehensive Care, Customized Solutions

CENTRALIZED SCHEDULING: (404) 236-8200 View videos on sleep disorders at northside.com/sleep

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

The Heart Speaks Softly BY MIKE LITREL, MD

Modern medicine tempts us with shiny baubles of innovation – miraculous new drugs and technology. But whenever I’m tempted to think science holds all the answers, I am reminded of a humbling lesson I received more than 20 years ago. Mrs. Strickland was a patient in the cardiology unit at Emory Hospital, where I was a thirdyear medical school student. Dr. Mike Litrel has authored The cardiology chief had told hundreds of articles and Mrs. Strickland she needed a two books on the faithhealth connection. He is catheter placed in her heart, a board certified OB/GYN but she was frightened and and specialist in pelvic refused the procedure. He reconstructive surgery considered her too ill to at Cherokee Women’s discharge. Health Specialists in Roswell and Woodstock. Dr. Litrel Mrs. Strickland was a can be reached at www. pleasant elderly woman, and I cherokeewomenshealth.com was happy with the assignment the cardiology chief gave me. “Spend time with her and convince her to get the cath.” It was my first year out of the classroom and, like other third-year students, I was mostly useless to my medical team. So I welcomed the opportunity to contribute. I looked forward to our meals together. She had grown up on a farm in northern Georgia but didn’t have much family left. She spoke slowly and laughed softly when she shared a pleasant memory. I told her about myself, too, and we became friends. Emory University is a cardiology powerhouse, the birthplace of balloon catheter angioplasty. The foremost experts in the world work and train there. I watched the cardiology chief operate on patient after patient, improving life and holding death at bay. My faith in the life-saving power of technology grew. Mrs. Strickland did not share this faith. She still refused the procedure. “I think I’m going to die if I have this done,” she told me. When I shared her fears with the cardiology chief, he became exasperated: “She’ll die sooner without it.” So I redoubled my efforts to convince her. And after a week, she reluctantly agreed. I was happy when I wheeled her down to the lab the next morning. At last we could help her. She smiled at me, and I held her hand as she

“She told me that when her heart had stopped she could see her body lying on the table, with the cardiology team frantically trying to bring her back. She saw me looking very frightened, standing out of the way.” was sedated. She died on the table a few minutes later. We had no warning. The procedure had barely begun. Even the cardiology chief didn’t seem to know what was going on. There was confusion in his voice—and fear. He raced to get her heart beating again. But nothing worked, and the resuscitation became desperate. Then just as unexpectedly, her heart began to beat again. Remarkably, the next morning, she was back to her old self. Ashamed that I had so readily dismissed her fears, I had trouble meeting her smile. I began to explain what had happened. Her next statement stopped me cold. “I was there, too, you know. I remember everything.” She told me that when her heart had stopped she could see her body lying on the table, with the cardiology team frantically trying to bring her back. She saw me looking very frightened, standing out of the way. But it was peaceful, she remembered, and as she was floating above the room she wondered to herself if maybe it was a good time to die. “But you’ve been so nice to me, and I knew it would upset you if I died,” she said, holding my hand. “So I decided I wouldn’t go just yet.” Dumbfounded, I stared at her in amazement. Two mornings later we sent her home. “Let’s get her out of here before we kill her,” the chagrined cardiology chief told me. And modern medicine beat a confused but grateful retreat. I’ll always remember Mrs. Strickland and the wonderful gift of her return to life. She was the first patient to teach me humility and show me something the medical literature never could: she taught me to listen, listen carefully, to the heart. It’s a mistake to place all of your faith in technology or in a surgeon. The gift of healing is a miracle, like the gift of birth, and the physician is only a witness to this miracle, not the Source. ©Copyright 2014 AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

Cherokee Photography Club - Rivers/Streams/Waterfalls The photographs shown here are winners of the Cherokee Photography Club’s monthly contest, which has a new theme each month. The club meets 7-9 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays at the Cherokee County Arts Center, 94 North St., Canton. For more info, contact Kim Bates at (770) 617-7595 or email kbphotoart@comcast.net.

Allen Quandee — “Pillars of Proxy Falls”

Allen Quandee — “Dukes Creek Falls”

Naomi Shively — “Asheville Stream” 36

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Peter Kilpo — “Dennie Ridge Waterfall”

Kim Bates — “Splash”

Peter Kilpo — “Towsend Creek Falls”

Rick Sapp — “Emerald Cascade”

Jay Minor — “Still”

Jay Minor — “Just a Little Peace”

Joey Thompson — “Commune”

David Ferguson — “Callaway Curve”

Peter Kilpo — “The Forest Beauty” AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

Overcoming Heartache with Bliss BY BETH HERMES

Beth Hermes is a graduate of Auburn University’s School of Journalism, and a professional writer for more than 26 years. Her work has appeared in magazines, newspapers and online publications. She also has created award-winning marketing campaigns for corporations and nonprofit organizations. beth@eirismarketing.com

My mother took me horseback riding for the first time when I was just a year old, and I was 14 when I started working with the filly who would eventually become my 32year companion. When I lost Brat in 2012, I felt the grief in every part of me. My husband, Craig, often joked about being with me during other times of loss (my parents’ divorce, the loss of my grandmother), and how he wanted to be out of the country when I lost my horse. Of course, he didn’t plan it that way – it was just a joke, after all – but he was in India when Brat died, with her head cradled in my lap. She led a beautiful life. I wept, I felt as if there was a huge hole where my heart used to be, but I recognized the joy I had known with her. By the time Craig returned three weeks later, my tears were

less frequent. For nearly a year, I couldn’t bear to be around horses. (Tears still fill my eyes when I drive past the farm where Brat lived the last 15 years of her life, and where she is laid to rest). Last August, my friend, Tammy, invited me to spend a few hours at the farm she manages, where many members of the herd are rescue horses. I spent the afternoon grooming Sassy, a paint mare. It was a lovely experience, but I wasn’t quite ready. In March, I began volunteering at Green Acres Equine

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Therapy program in Woodstock. Being around the horses has been as much therapy for me as it is for the children with whom I work. On May 22nd, the eve of what would have been Brat’s 34th birthday, I went online (I do this often – and dream). It was late, I was tired, but I went to just one more page. About halfway down, I saw a red filly who took my breath away. Then I clicked on her pedigree: Beth’s new baby, Bliss she is my horse’s cousin (they share multiple bloodlines – one of my requirements). And the price was right – better than right, actually. I drove down to meet her on June 1st, and it was love at first sight. I still miss Brat, and I always will, but on June 1st, I found my Bliss.

Pregnancy and Hair Color— the Good, the Bad and the Ugly. BY TIM TIMMONS

Pregnant women sacrifice many of life’s simple pleasures— caffeine, sushi, a glass of wine—in the hope that their baby will be born healthy. They also want to look as beautiful as they feel, and often ask whether hair color is safe. If you do choose to color your hair while you’re expecting, here are some things to keep in mind. The Organization of Teratology Information Services (OTIS), which provides information on potential Tim Timmons is the owner reproductive risks, says there are of Salon Gloss. Tim has been a hairstylist for 13 no reports of hair color causing years and has extensive changes in human pregnancies. industry experience. OTIS also points out that very Tim can be reached at little of the chemicals in hair (678) 483-8900. color are actually absorbed into your system. The organization’s research suggests that it’s probably safe to color your hair during pregnancy—pregnant women have been coloring their hair

for decades, after all. While the absorption through the skin is minimal, another concern is that breathing fumes during the process could be harmful to the developing baby. Permanent hair color contains ammonia, which carries a strong chemical fume. The organization recommends using hair color that contains little to no ammonia. As your baby continues to grow, so too does the natural colorant category. An increasing number of natural or nonammonia hair colors are coming onto the market and more and more companies are now removing ammonia and a few other toxic ingredients from their hair color altogether. Recently, safer alternatives containing ingredients such as soy, wheat, aloe, grapefruit and natural pigments extracted from a widerange of plants have become increasingly popular. It is still important to be cautious, so if you’re still concerned, consider waiting to color your hair until the second trimester or consider choosing a highlight or lowlight procedure instead of an all-over application. These procedures keep the product inside the foils, protecting the scalp from coming in contact with the hair color. Pregnant women have a lot to cope with when considering all of the changes a new baby will bring into their lives. My advice is to do your own research, speak with your physician and take advice with a grain of salt—and maybe even a splash of color.

Never Alone reaches out daily, to Cherokee County families who are in need of food, diapers, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, and clothing. Our outreach center located at: 291 Rope Mill Road is open MondaySaturday 10 am until 5 pm. To our knowledge we’re the only full time food and clothing outreach center located within Woodstock. With your help we have provided assistance to 893 Cherokee County citizens in need so far this year. Distributing a total value of: $24,035.00 in food, personal care items and clothing. How can you help? We operate on private financial donations received from people with kind hearts just like yours. We are currently in great need of financial donations. Can you please help to meet our financial need so we can continue reaching out to families daily within our community? Two Donate securely online using any major card ways to give: by visiting our website: NeverAlone.Org

Or you can write a check payable to: Never Alone and mail to: P O Box 1904 Woodstock, GA 30188. Donation receipts will be mailed to you for your tax records. Donations to Never Alone are tax deductible as we’re a 501 (c) 3 non profit. AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

When It Matters, Neighbors Show Up BY DEE LOCKLIN

Last month I found myself at the mailbox, sorting through reams of medical bills, bargain ads, offers for not-so-free cruises and invitations to financial planning seminars with really good steak dinners. Then, right before tossing most of this stuff into the fire pit bin, I found a flier from one of our neighbors announcing a work day on an upcoming Saturday. As I read the details of the Dee Locklin is retired from Georgia State work day, my heart’s glass began University. She lives in to fill with regard for the needs Woodstock with husband of others and the love that Lewis and son Taylor in a overflows in a small community. cluttered home filled A couple on our street faced with love and lots of dust bunnies. Contact Dee at numerous employment and dlocklin89@gmail.com health setbacks the past few years. They are an amazing pair who cheered our children as they grew, returned our runaway pets, and were always there when needed. I am one of many on our street who felt warmed as we drove past their house and received a cheery smile and wave, regardless of whatever was going on in their lives. For two decades, they have been exemplary neighbors. So when the couple left town for a week to visit their adult children, another family on our street decided to host a neighborhood work day to help our dear friends with some much needed yard work. The out-of-town couple had toiled for many years in their yard, designing gorgeous hardscapes and luscious beds of shrubs, perennials and annuals. And now, though their front yard is well maintained, the expansive back yard needed some TLC that has become physically difficult for our friends to tackle. Thus, on a sunny Saturday, 29 friends and neighbors gathered with rakes, shovels and wheelbarrows to bring back to life the lovely yard that had been created and nurtured for so many years. Caring friends and vendors donated pine straw and a truckload of mulch. Others contributed top soil and colorful annuals. Another neighbor spent the day rebuilding a recently collapsed stone wall. The rest of us raked, weeded, hauled, pruned, trimmed and manicured. And all workers were refreshed by hamburgers, snacks and drinks provided by the host family. 40

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

“The out-of-town couple had toiled for many years in their yard, designing gorgeous hardscapes and luscious beds of shrubs, perennials and annuals.” At the end of the day, the beauty of our neighbors’ yard was restored. And our sense of community was strengthened beyond measure. When our much-loved couple returned from out of town, they were overwhelmed and humbled. After all, when someone receives an unexpected gift, it is natural to ask “Why me?” We all accepted their individual and heartfelt thanks, but the truth is that the work day turned out to be about receiving as well as giving. Yes, we genuinely wanted to give this gift to our dear friends. But each of us left the work day feeling better connected to our neighbors, uplifted by simple acts of service to others, and thankful for a distraction from our own worries and challenges. I am thankful to live in Woodstock, a family-oriented community of neighbors who care about each other and who come together when needed. Yes, we gossip and snipe about things like unwelcome dog poop in our grass, lack of weed control in adjacent lawns, and bad exterior paint choices. That’s just life in the suburbs, friends. What redeems us is that when it comes to things that really matter, we show up. We fill those heart’s glasses with love and positive regard for each other. We exemplify the best of a real community. And that’s what keeps me here, dear neighbors. Even when your doggie doodles in my yard.

Rising Interest Rates How might they affect investments, housing and retirees? DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CPA/PFS, CFP® U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS

How will Wall Street fare if interest rates climb back to historic norms? Rising interest rates could certainly impact investments, the real estate market and the overall economy, but their influence might not be as negative as some perceive. Why are rates rising? You can cite three factors. The Federal Reserve is gradually reducing its monthly asset purchases. As Don Akridge is President of Citadel CPA, Financial that has happened, inflation Planning & Investment expectations have grown, and Services founded in perception can often become 1994 and conveniently reality on Main Street and Wall located off Chastain Street. In addition, the economy Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. has gained momentum, and Phone 770-952-6707. interest rates tend to rise in better times. The federal funds rate has been in the 0.0 percent-0.25 percent range since December 2008. Historically, it has averaged about 4 percent. It was at 4.25 percent when the recession hit in late 2007. Short-term fluctuations also have been the norm for the key interest rate. It was at 1.00 percent in June 2003 compared to 6.5 percent in May 2000. In December 1991, it was at 4.00 percent, but just 17 months earlier it had been at 8.00 percent. Rates will rise, fall and rise again; what may happen as they rise? The effect on investments. Last September, an investment strategist named Rob Brown wrote an article for Financial Advisor magazine noting how well stocks have performed as rates rise. Brown studied the 30 economic expansions that have occurred in the United States since 1865 (excepting our current one). He pinpointed a 10-month window within each expansion that saw the greatest gains in interest rates (referencing then-current yields on the 10-year Treasury). The median return on the S&P 500 for all of these 10-month windows was 7.93 percent and the index returned positive in 80 percent of these 10-month periods. Looking at such 10-month windows since 1919, the S&P’s median return was even better at 11.50 percent, and the index gained in 81 percent of said intervals. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Lastly, Brown looked at the S&P 500’s return in the 12-month periods ending on Oct. 31, 1994 and May 31, 2004. In the first 12-month stretch, the interest rate on the 10-year note rose 2.38 percent to 7.81 percent while the S&P gained only 3.87 percent. Across the 12 months ending on May 31, 2004, however, the index

“Existing home sales were up 1.3 percent for April, but that was the first monthly gain recorded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) for 2014. Year-over-year, the decline was 6.8 percent.” rose 18.33 percent even as the 10-year Treasury yield rose 1.29 percent to 4.66 percent. The effect on the housing market. Do costlier mortgages discourage home sales? Recent data backs up that presumption. Existing home sales were up 1.3 percent for April, but that was the first monthly gain recorded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) for 2014. Year-over-year, the decline was 6.8 percent. On the other hand, when the economy improves the labor market typically improves as well, and more hiring means less unemployment. Unemployment is an impediment to home sales; lessen it, and more homes might move even as mortgages grow more expensive. When the economy is well, home prices have every reason to appreciate even if interest rates go up. NAR says the median sale price of an existing home rose 5.2 percent in the past year—not the double-digit appreciation seen in 2013, but not bad. Cash buyers don’t care about interest rates, and according to RealtyTrac, 43 percent of buyers in the first quarter bought without mortgages. Rates might not climb as fast as some think. Federal Reserve Bank of New York President William Dudley—whose voting in Fed policy meetings tends to correspond with that of Federal Reserve Chief Janet Yellen—thinks that the federal funds rate will stay below its historic average for some time. Why? In a May 20 speech, he noted three reasons. One, baby boomers are retiring, which implies less potential for economic growth across the next decade. Two, banks are asked to keep higher capital ratios these days, and that implies lower bank profits and less lending as more money is being held in reserves. Three, he believes households and businesses are still traumatized by the memory of the Great Recession. Many are reluctant to invest and spend, especially with college loan debt so endemic and the housing sector possibly cooling off. Securities offered through 1st Global Capital Corp. Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Created by 1st Global or Peter Montoya, Inc. for use by our financial advisors. AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

Life Lessons Learned from Growing Old with Your Dog BY LORRE LAMARCA

I could not help but choose to write this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s column about growing old with your dog. I am the owner of two 18-year-old beagles who are living well past their expected lifespan. I feel as I was given an extended gift and the life lessons to go along with it. I rescued both beagles when they were only eight weeks old. I do not know what I was thinking adopting two high-energy hound dogs living while I was living in an Lorre LaMarca is the apartment, but they were mine owner of the Bark Station, and I was theirs. 240 Arnold Mill Road. www.bark-station.com. They moved with me to my (770) 517-9907 first home, and the fenced yard was dream for them. I remember their first doggy door with the freedom to be able to run outside unconfined for the first time. I remember that day and moment. It was a JOY! As the years went by, I moved a couple of times and they were

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

by my side, always ready to greet me with unconditional love the minute I walked through the door. Every night after work we would go on our evening walks and then spend until nightfall just hanging out reading or watching TV together. In the past seven years, I have begun to grow old with these gals. I used to come home to them barking and ready for their walks. Now I have to wake them up to remind them that I am home. The walks have slowly lingered away as their little joints just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep up anymore. I see their little graying faces and often wonder where the time went. As I reflect on their lives, I think of the lessons they have gifted to me. Lessons about patience, living in the moment, commitment, responsibility and most of all, unconditional love! I truly believe there is a reason they do not speak our language. I believe they already know where we came from and where we all are going when we leave this world. They are sent to us not only to teach us, but give us pure love and joy. My dogs are my gift, and with them living 18 years so far, I would say that these extra years are the best extended gift ever given.

Patriotic Appreciation BY SEAN KAUFMAN

It has been more than 23 years and I remember this day like it was yesterday. I was a high school senior, and my brother and I drove the usual 20-mile trip to school. As second period approached, my teacher told me to immediately report to the principal’s office. I had done nothing wrong and had no clue why I was being summoned. I found my little brother already at the principal’s office, Sean Kaufman lives in and our principal looked me in Woodstock with his wife, the eyes and said, “Sean – take two sons and daughter. He specializes in intrinsic your brother and get home as coaching/motivation, quickly as you can.” I asked, owns a behavioral-based “What’s wrong?” He replied, consulting business and is an “I can’t tell you – just get home internationally recognized now!” trainer. He can be contacted at sean@seankaufman.com. We ran to the truck and started home. When we pulled up to the military base gate to show our identification, the guard asked us where we were going.

We told him we had been instructed to go home. He immediately advised us to SPEED home. We pulled up to our house to find our Dad in full desert camouflage fatigues, rifle and all, ready to go to war in Desert Storm. “Son, you are the man of the house. Take care of your mom and brother. Make our family proud. I love you.” A hug and in what seemed like a second - he was gone. Mom collapsed and my brother and I went to her without a clue of what we were going to do. My father returned home seven months later, but I can still remember the fears and emptiness I felt while he was gone. As we celebrate our independence on the 4th of July, let’s make it a point to recognize the heroes who have served and continue to serve our country. Let them know you appreciate their service and commitment but don’t stop there. Go out of your way to also recognize the families who love and support the heroes departing and returning home from duty. If life is measured by the number of moments that take your breath away, hugging my dad when he came home from war was my first moment. I still lose my breath when I watch a military family reunite because I know what it feels like to be whole again. Happy 4th of July, Woodstock. May God bless and protect the men and women fighting for United States of America. May those who are separated from their loved ones be blessed with peace and be granted a joyful reunion.

What if … You Dared to Believe in a Better Career? BY JULIAN REID

Seasoned career professionals are great at fooling themselves. They twist their own stories to create their own reality. • “I don’t like my job, but it pays the bills.” • “I don’t have a great passion for anything. Maybe if I did, I would do something else, but what’s the point?” • “I’ve got a family that is counting on me, so I have to keep this job I hate.” Julian Reid has a chemical These are stuck-career stories I hear, engineering degree from but they’re not really true. They’re Georgia Tech, a U.S. Chamber certification in myths, and they morph into excuses. Organization Management You’re thinking, I don’t lie to myself! and several professional Let’s check. Examine the state of your coaching and sales relationships, home, career, health certifications. Contact him and finances. They’re indicative of the at (770) 521-0698 or www. LinkedIn.com/in/julianreid stories that you believe. If your stories are true, then you are content with everything you see. If you’re lying to yourself, then what you see isn’t good enough for you.

Talented professionals tell me things like: I can’t afford to leave the job I don’t like. Is your only way to earn money through the job you are in right now? Can your body, relationships and career goals afford for you to stay in the job you don’t like? Instead of, “I can’t afford to leave the job I don’t like,” what if you believe, “I can’t afford to stay in a job I don’t like.” I haven’t found my passion. You can’t think of one thing that you love doing or being? Is there nothing you do better than most other people? Instead of, “I haven’t found my passion,” what if you understand that,”There are many things I love doing.” Pursuing my own happiness is selfish. I have a family to think about. There’s a reason flight attendants tell you that in case of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, you should put your oxygen mask on before helping others. How helpful are you to your family and friends when you’re gone, fatigued, sick, resentful or angry because you haven’t taken care of yourself? (Hint: you aren’t) Instead of thinking, “pursuing my dreams is selfish,” what if you think, “showing my children what living a fulfilled life looks like is the best way to enrich theirs.” We all have our stories, but are they true? Question your narrative about your situation, and dare to believe in something better. What if you challenged your story? AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Lifestyle

Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee: A True Example of Teamwork Organizers describe Give be ready for school—dental a Kid a Chance as a one-day checkups, hearing screenings, back-to-school bash held at two immunizations, clothing, etc. And locations where 3,000 filled what an impact GAKAC (along backpacks are given to help with the rest of us partners) is prepare underserved students making! This is definitely a TEAM for the school year. During each approach--Together Everyone summer’s event, children in Achieves More!” need also receive new socks and —The Rev. Lemora B. Dobbs, underwear, haircuts, gently used pastor of Canton’s St. Paul AME clothes and a range of medical Church screenings. Perhaps what is more notable “We feel we are making our is what happens behind the community a better place. scenes. It takes close to 500 People sometimes get frustrated volunteers working from set-up with the bad things in the world Thursday and Friday nights to and don’t think they can make a clean-up on Saturday afternoon. difference. If everyone did one The leadership team stays busy thing to help then we would throughout the year, spending change the world.” Children receive filled backpacks and can choose from a selection of countless hours planning and —GAKAC co-founder and cobooks and stuffed animals. establishing the support network director Cheryl Ruffer needed for such a large one-day distribution. In addition to dozens of businesses and civic groups, more A new partner for GAKAC’s ninth year is Bethesda Community than 30 churches of all denominations work together to equip Clinic, which has launched a campaign to put 1,000 gift cards in the children. It’s an ecumenical effort that participants say truly the hands of children this summer to prepare them for either demonstrates the body of Christ. starting kindergarten or returning to school. “Each gift card will provide a child in need with a checkup, “The Bible refers to the church as the Body of Christ, and sports physical, dental visit or sick-visit and treatment,” said Karen although, on our own, our sphere of influence may be limited, Fegely, head nurse practitioner, founder and president of the when we come together we can see amazing things take place. clinic. “We are partnering with Give a Kid a Chance to provide the Sixes United Methodist Church has been involved with Give a Kid cards to children at the Canton First Baptist Church location of the a Chance for many years, and by being a part of something bigger GAKAC event on July 19. This is a bold effort to raise awareness than ourselves, we are able to partner with other members of the care we offer at Bethesda as well as give the underserved of the Body to make an eternal impact in our community. It’s children of Cherokee County a much-needed service.” not all up to just you (or just me). But, together, we can make The clinic, founded in 2011, is a fully-equipped medical clinic a tremendous difference. One person may be able to buy a specializing in primary care for all age groups, and is located in backpack and others can fill it with school supplies. One person Canton at 107 Mountain Brook Drive, Suite 100, in the office may be able to offer dental exams, while another individual can suites just off Holly Springs Parkway. Individuals, churches and cut hair. When we come together, one person truly can make a businesses can support this effort to provide medical care to difference!” Cherokee County’s underserved by purchasing gift cards for the —Dr. Joe McKechnie, pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church kids. Cards are $40 each, and can be ordered online at www. bethesdacommunityclinic.org. “St. Paul AME Church-Canton has supported Give a Kid a Chance (GAKAC) for several years. Before we began partnering with GAKAC, we were providing school supplies for 20 to 30 children at the most in our church and community. We sensed that God was calling us to do more even though our congregation 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. July 19 is small. One of the ways that God was leading us to accomplish Locations: Canton First Baptist Church, One Mission Point, that is by partnering with other community agencies that were Canton; and Hillside United Methodist Church, doing some of the same things we wanted to do. We hooked 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. up with GAKAC and the rest is history. Now, not only are we Info: Volunteer to help or sign up for assistance at giving out school supplies, but we are also getting children and www.giveakidachance.org. their parents to other resources and help that they need to

Give a Kid a Chance–Cherokee

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Health & Wellness

What You Should Know About Detox Diets BY JENNIFER BAKER LACHNICHT, RD, LD, CNSC

Detox diets are growing in popularity and usually involve some sort of restricted food intake or period of food deprivation (fasting) and liquid nutrition from fruits and vegetables (juicing). Many also involve cleansing products such as herbal laxatives and diuretics. According to advocates, they can aid in weight loss, decrease bloating and improve focus. However, there is no evidence of any health benefit to this extreme way of eating. Above all, detox diets are supposed to rid the body of unwanted toxins. However, your body is already perfectly equipped to detoxify itself from everyday environmental toxins. In fact, plans that involve extreme calorie (especially carbohydrate) restriction may actually do the opposite and cause an increased production of ketones in the body. Ketones are toxic byproducts that are produced when your body breaks down fat and muscle for energy because it is not getting enough carbohydrates. Any diet that severely limits certain food groups puts you at risk for protein,

vitamin and mineral deficiencies and electrolyte imbalances. It may sound cliché, but if you truly want to “detox,” the best approach is to eat clean. • Eat more fruits, veggies and whole grains. • Drink plenty of water, without going to extreme measures. • Limit your intake of red meat, processed foods, sugar and alcohol. • Stop smoking. • Don’t skip meals. • Get enough sleep. These simple and moderate changes will leave you feeling more healthy and energized for longterm health and wellness. Certain groups of people should never use a detox diet. These include children of all ages, pregnant women and individuals with diabetes. You should first consult with your physician if you still want to try a detox diet.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Health & Wellness

Medication Effects on Gum Disease and Tooth Decay BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN

Millions of Americans take daily medications for a variety of issues to improve their health. While these medications are necessary, one surprising outcome is that some of them can negatively affect your oral health. The sugars and acids in certain medications can cause chemical changes in the mouth that put you at greater risk of developing dry mouth, tooth decay and gum disease. It is important to know what effects Dr. Scott Harden is a the medication you are taking can dentist at Fountain have on your overall oral health, View Family Dentistry and has served the especially with long-term use. Woodstock area for Never discontinue the use of any more than 21 years. You medication until consulting with can reach Dr. Harden at your doctor. (770) 926-0000 or visit High Sugar Content. Some FountainViewSmiles.com. medications possess high sugar content and can affect the gums and teeth. The sugar contained in liquid medications like cough

syrup, cough drops, vitamins, antacid and anti-fungal agents can lead to tooth decay. Medications with high sugar content raise the sugar concentration in the oral cavity and provide oral bacteria a food source. Acid Content. Some medications contain more acidic content and can alter the mouth’s condition from a healthy less acidic level to an unhealthy higher acidity. If the mouth’s climate becomes more acidic, then oral bacteria thrive and become more destructive to teeth and gums. Medications that contain a low pH include inhalers for asthma. The inhaler’s medication has a low pH that can produce acidic saliva. The root surfaces of teeth can be damaged when acidity drops below 6.5 and tooth enamel erodes if levels fall to pH 5.5. Dry mouth. This potential side effect of many medications is caused by the reduction in saliva flow. Without the cleansing effects of saliva, tooth decay and other oral health problems become more common. Some medications that can cause dry mouth include: - Antihistamines (decongestants) - Pain medications (narcotics) - Muscle relaxants - Drugs for urinary incontinence continued on page 60

Send Us Your Community News email editor@AroundWoodstockMagazine.com Deadline is 5th of the preceding month 46

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

School & Sports

Noteworthy Trips for River Ridge Band Congratulations to the River Ridge High School Marching Knights for being selected to represent Georgia in this year’s National Memorial Day Parade in Washington D.C. The band had the opportunity to tour the nation’s capital and perform live on national television for 1.5 million viewers. The band program is in its fifth year, beginning when the school opened in August 2009. The marching band started in

2010. Through the hard work and dedication of the students, parents and administration, and under the direction of Daniel Gray, the Marching Knights have achieved several best in class, division and grand championships at local competitions. Their success has created many opportunities for the band program, including the Memorial Day parade and a trip to be part of the 30th anniversary of the London New Year’s Parade in 2015-16.

Marching band members toured D.C. on their recent visit.

Drum Corps Exhibition In Woodstock The Woodstock Wolverine Band Boosters and Woodstock High School (WHS) Marching Wolverine Band will join with ALLIANCE Drum & Bugle Corps to host the 2014 DCA Woodstock: Peace, Love and Drum Corps on July 25. Gates to the Woodstock High stadium will open at 7:30 p.m. The evening will include

Cherokee Christian Honors Seniors Cherokee Christian High School seniors were honored at the year-end junior/senior banquet. Keegan Murphey was given the Ruth Award (Romans 12:4-8), awarded to the senior who has consistently and lovingly supported peers Grace Settles (from left), Lacy Grace and the school. Emily Dokken Moore and Heather Moore enjoy received the Paul Award (2 Cherokee Christian School field day. Timothy 4:7), awarded to the senior whose diligence best mirrors that of the apostle. Jacob Light earned the Augustine Award (Ecclesiastes 12:9-11), given to the senior who has demonstrated excellence in scholarship and depth of thought over the years. Cherokee Christian seniors (from left) Keegan Murphey, Emily Dokken and Jacob Light. 48

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

performances by North Carolina’s Carolina Gold Corps, the Atlanta CorpVets and Cherokee County-based Alliance Drum & Bugle Corps. Proceeds will benefit the WHS band program. For details, email kelly@wwbbfundraising.org or check www. facebook.com/DCAWoodstock.

Special Olympics Swimmers Shine The Cherokee County Special Olympics delegation recently competed in the 2014 State Special Olympics Games at Emory University in Atlanta. Approximately 125 athletes represented Cherokee County in aquatics, athletics, tennis and volleyball. In addition to traditional sport divisions, Cherokee County competed in Unified Sports competitions, an initiative that combines approximately equal numbers of Special Olympics athletes and athletes without intellectual disabilities (called partners) on sports teams for training and competition, dramatically increasing inclusion in the community.

From left, Unified Partner Michael McDowell, Matthew Stamm, Unified Partner Preston Alsup and Evan Morris.

Service League Awards Scholarships The Service League of Cherokee County recently awarded $24,000 in scholarships to 19 recent graduates, including John Bowling, Emily Huffman and Henry (Luke) Neese from River Ridge High School, and Evan Ezell, James (J.F.) Harris and Devon Higgins from Sequoyah High School.

Sequoyah winners are (from left) James (J.F.) Harris, Devon Higgins and Evan Ezell.

The league also made a $1,000 contribution to the High School Credit Recovery Class Scholarship program. The program is administered by the Cherokee County School District and gives financial assistance to students who otherwise could not afford these classes, which can assist them in their path to graduation.

Emily Huffman

Henry (Luke) Neese

John Bowling

NeoCom Solutions Announces Winners NeoCom Solutions Inc., a Woodstock telecommunication engineering and construction firm, has given $1,000 to four recently graduated seniors who’ve enrolled in an accredited fouryear college, university or two-year technical college, community college or trade school. Winners are: Etowah grad David Morrison, who will attend

Georgia Institute of Technology and major in chemical and biomolecular engineering; Haley Haas, a Cherokee High grad heading to Oxford College to major in biology; Woodstock High grad Jalen Hannah, who is going to Florida Atlantic University to major in statistics; and Jordan Freeman from Cherokee High, who is headed to Mercer University to major in physical therapy.

Woodstock Supports Summer Reading Teachers from Woodstock Elementary are leading a free story time program for children at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday during summer break at the Woodstock Public Library, 7735 Main St. The 67 children who attended the summer’s first session were given beach balls and treated to several stories. Right: Teachers (back row) Nikki Mason, Kristen Giemzik, Emily Spira and Debby Pinion with Marco Bruno, Aidan Figueroa, Taylor Mason, Jordyn Hendrix, Alyssa Briggs, Alexis and Hailey Hurst, Sophia Galvis, Wills Candler and Gabe Figueroa.

Art on Display At the end of the school year, the hallways at Johnston Elementary School more closely resembled an art gallery filled with students’ artwork. The exhibit, complete with twinkling overhead lights, featured art by kindergartners through fifth-graders. Left: A stroll down the hallway seemed more like visiting an art gallery AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

School & Sports

Ready, Set, Read! BY PATSY JORDAN

Patsy Jordan serves as District 2 School Board Representative. She is a Cherokee High School graduate, retired educator of Cherokee County School District, and life-long resident of Cherokee County in Ball Ground, GA. patsy.jordan@cherokee. k12.ga.us

School is out for the summer, and when young children and teens are not engaged in routine educational activities, reading skills can be at a loss. Summer reading is important regardless of prior achievement, ethnicity or socioeconomic level. Reading skill gaps during the summer months create a wider learning gap between proficient and less proficient students. By the time an elementary student reaches middle school, summer reading loss could possibly have accumulated to a two-year lag in reading achievement. Children who are engaged in a reading program and read four or more books during the summer have a better chance of scoring higher on reading-comprehension tests than their peers who read fewer books over the summer. So, get ready, set, read! As an educator I know that when school resumes each fall, teachers

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

typically spend between four to six weeks re-teaching material that students have forgotten over the summer break. Reading throughout the summer can alleviate the time needed for fall review. Reading for pleasure is great to enhance comprehension, vocabulary and reading speed. Several ways to greatly impact a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motivation to read include parents acting as rolemodels for reading, keeping a collection of books at home, or making frequent visits to the local library. Children who pick out books themselves are more likely to finish them rather than books picked out by another person. Kids who read often and consistently become better at it. Reading exercises our brains and builds new connections. Children who sit still and read quietly exercise the ability to focus. As children do this on a regular basis, they learn to adapt for longer periods of time. Reading takes children on a virtual field trip and teaches them about the world. They learn about people, places, and events unrelated to their own experiences. Not only are reading skills enhanced, but background knowledge is stored which can be beneficial for learning across the curriculum. This year the Georgia State Department of Education is challenging students to read 15 to 30 minutes per day during the summer break. For more information, please visit the Cherokee County School District website at www.cherokee.k12.ga.us and look for resources for summer reading. Encourage your child to visit the website and make a summer reading pledge.

Reading, Outdoor Games Fill Summer Days BY LISA REIDY

On any given Tuesday throughout the year, you can find something different happening at Hidden Falls Mobile Home Community. Each Tuesday afternoon during the school year, students, teachers and volunteers gather at the Hidden Falls clubhouse to do homework, have a healthy snack and build relationships with each other. As the school year ends and summer begins, Homework Help becomes Summer Book Club. On Tuesday mornings from 10:30 a.m. until noon, students come to the clubhouse for story time and to choose books to take home and read. High school students come to help, playing four square, jump rope and basketball, and blowing bubbles and drawing with sidewalk chalk with the children. Students receive tickets Mike McCoy, a regular visitor to local schools over the years, reads to club members. for attending Summer Book Club and can trade in their tickets for prizes. Summer Book Club was the dream of two local teachers who gathered up their classroom libraries and began the program on May 28, 2013. Since that day, the library for Summer Book Club has grown from two boxes to thousands of books, all donated by members of the community. Donations of healthy snacks and school supplies, and countless volunteers, have poured into the program. On May 8, Keller Williams sponsored a Summer Book Club Kick-Off party, bringing Children choose from book hundreds of hotdogs, snow cones, books and bins each week. prizes to encourage students and their families to come to the club and continue to read this summer. The Oak Grove Elementary School- Fine Arts Academy (FAA) PTA donated a cabinet for school supplies to be housed in the clubhouse, along with shelves and bins for organizing the many books that have been donated. The administration at Hidden Falls has fully supported the program since the beginning, as has Oak Grove ES FAA and its PTA. Kristin Guinther (front left) and Lisa Reidy are in their second The goal of Homework Help and Summer Book Club is to keep students summer with the reading club. connected. Whether it is completing homework, reading books or just playing games, feeling loved and valued will hopefully encourage students to do their homework, study hard and stay in school. As the program continues, the hope is that students will continue to come on Tuesdays for Homework Help, to hear a story, take home a book, play a game, or just get a hug from someone who cares. Volunteers are always welcome on Tuesday mornings at the Hidden Falls Clubhouse at 6359 Bells Ferry Road in Acworth, just about five miles east of downtown Woodstock. If you are interested in joining in, or starting a program like this in your area, please contact Lisa Reidy at lisamreidy@yahoo.com or Kristin Guinther at kristinguinther@yahoo. com. Four-square is part of the summer book club activities. AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

School & Sports

Woodstock High Prom

Seniors Luke Chamberlin & Amanda Buckles

Prom Queen Kennedy Reeg and King Sam Mixon. Right: Jacob Schoeb and Samantha Krantz of Woodstock HS

WHS Juniors: Tyler Martinez, Blake Roberts and Zach Shareef.

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Hannah Franz & Marc Anthony Kateridge-Pizzo.

Left: From top down: Kennedy Reeg, Hannah Franz, Amanda Buckles, Maddy Stone, Rachel Aszman. Luke Chamberlin, Stephen Plotner, Sam Mixon, Thomas Carroll and Marc Anthony Kateridge-Pizzo.

WOODSTOCK AREA HOMES SOLD IN MAY

Information provided by The Premier Group Keller Williams • (678) 494-0102 • www.TPGsells.com AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Reference

SCHOOL INFORMATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS Arnold Mill Elementary 710 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 592-3510 Principal: Kerry Martin www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/arnoldmill-es Carmel Elementary 2275 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock (770) 926-1237 Principal: Keith Bryant www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/carmel-es Johnston Elementary 2031 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock (770) 928-2910 Principal: Kathleen Chandler www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/johnston-es Little River Elementary 3170 Trickum Road, Woodstock (770) 926-7566 Principal: Christian Kirby www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/littleriver-es Mountain Road Elementary 615 Mountain Road, Woodstock (770) 664-9708 Principal: Jennifer Landry www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/ mountainroad-es Woodstock Elementary 230 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 926-6969 Principal: Kim Montalbano www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/woodstock-es

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

Mill Creek Middle 442 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 924-5489 Principal: Elaine Daniel www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/millcreek-ms Woodstock Middle 2000 Towne Lake Hills South Drive, Woodstock (770) 592-3516 Principal: Mark Smith www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/woodstock-ms

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Cherokee Charter Academy 2126 Sixes Road, Canton (678) 385-7322 Principal: Dr. Scott Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Prey cherokeecharter.org

HIGH SCHOOLS

Ace 3921 Holly Springs Parkway, Holly Springs (770) 345-2005 54

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/aceacademy Polaris Evening School 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive, Woodstock (770) 926-1662 Administrator: Dr. Curt Ashley www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/polaris River Ridge High 400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 591-8450 Principal: Mr. Darrell Herring www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/riverridge-hs Sequoyah High 4485 Hickory Road, Canton (770) 345-1474 Principal: Elliot Berman www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/sequoyah-hs Woodstock High 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive Woodstock, (770) 592-3500 Principal: Dr. Paul Weir www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/woodstock-hs

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Cherokee Christian Academy and Cherokee Christian High School 3075 Trickum Road, Woodstock (678) 494-5464 www.cherokeechristian.org Middle & High School Principal: Richard Goff Elementary School: Robert Lester Cornerstone Preparatory Academy 4310 Moon Station Lane, Acworth (770) 529-7077 Administrator: Jeanne Borders www.cornerstoneprep.org Furtah Preparatory School 5496 Highway 92, Acworth (678) 574-6488, www.furtahprep.org Headmaster: Fred Furtah Harvest Baptist School 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth Principal: Jamie Smithey (770) 974-9091 www.harvestbaptist.org Holdheide Education K-2 5234 Old Highway 5, Woodstock Principal: Tammy Dorsten (770) 516-2292 www.MyGiftedKids.org Lyndon Academy 485 Toonigh Rd., Woodstock (770) 926-0166

Headmaster: Linda Murdock www.lyndonacademy.org North Cobb Christian School 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw (770) 975-0252 Headmaster: Todd Clingman www.ncchristian.org Northside Christian Academy 303 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 180 Woodstock, GA 30102 (770) 334-0648 Principal Jill Trout http://nca4hope.com Omega Academy (770) 792-7431 www.omegalearningcenter.com Shiloh Hills Christian School 260 Hawkins Store Road, Kennesaw (770) 926-7729 Administrator: John D. Ward www.shilohhills.com St. Joseph Catholic School 81 Lacy Street, Marietta (770) 428-3328 Principal: Patricia Allen www.stjosephschool.org

HOMESCHOOL Homeschool Community Classical Conversations Woodstock Director: Cari Lingerfelt carinwoody@bellsouth.net Compass Prep Academy Director: Laura George www.compassprep.org info@compassprep.org (404) 643-9424

Cherokee County School District Calendar at a Glance August 4 First Day of School September 1 No School September 15-19 No School November 4 No School Cafeteria account information: www.mypaymentsplus.com Aspen: https://sis.cherokee.k12. ga.us/aspen/home.do School District Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

COMMUNITY INFORMATION Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Cherokee County Government Building Permits, Business Licenses Commissioners Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) Environmental Health Extension Office Jury Phone Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) Planning & Land Use Senior Services Voter Registration

(770) 345-0400 www.cherokeega.com (770) 721-7810 (678) 493-6001 (678) 493-6077 (770) 479-0444 (770) 479-0418 (770) 479-9011 (770) 479-1953 (678) 493-6101 (770) 345-2675 (770) 479-0407

Taxes

License Plates/Tags, Property Tax – Canton office (678) 493-6400 Woodstock office (770) 924-4099 Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation (678) 493-6120

Children and Family

Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 345-8100 Bethesda Community Clinic (678) 880-9654 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parents Assoc. www.fosteroradopt.org (770) 378-0759 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee FOCUS (770) 345-5483 Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) www.casacherokee.org (770) 345-3274 Division of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Goshen Valley Boys Ranch www.goshenvalley.org (770) 796-4618 Hope Center www.hopectr.com (770) 924-0864 MUST Ministries - Cherokee www.mustministries.org (770) 479-5397 Never Alone www.neveralone.org (770) 363-5272 Next Step Ministries www.nextstepministries.net (770) 592-1227 North Georgia Angel House www.angelhousega.com (770) 479-9555 North Georgia Pregnancy Center www.ngapregnancy.org (706) 253-6303 Papa’s Pantry www.papaspantry.org (770) 591-4730

Hospitals

Kennestone North Fulton Northside Hospital — Cherokee

Hotlines — 24-hour help lines

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

Parks and Recreation

(770) 793-5000 (770) 751-2500 (770) 720-5100

(770) 479-1703 (770) 345-7920 (404) 616-9000 (800) 222-1222 (770) 704-2610 (770) 427-3390

Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) roller hockey www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Outdoor YMCA, 201 E Bells Ferry Road www.ymca.net Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.cssasoftball.com Cherokee County Soccer Assoc. www.csaimpact.com (770) 704-0187

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency www.crpa.net. (770) 924-7768 (Includes Aquatic Center, Barnett Park, Blankets Creek, Cherokee Mills, Field’s Landing Park, Kenny Askew Park) Cherokee Tennis Association, www.cherokeetennis.org (678) 909-0252 Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc., http://cherokeelacrosse.uslaxteams.com South Cherokee Recreation Association (SCRA) (770) 928-5917 Cherokee Youth Football Association, www.cyfa.org (770) 710-2835 North Atlanta Soccer Association: www.nasa-ga.org (770) 926-4175 SCRA Baseball www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com (770) 924-7464

Pets

Animal Control (678) 493-6200 Cherokee County Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions www.cherokeega-animals.org (770) 345-7270 Cherokee County Humane Society www.cchumanesociety.org (770) 928-5115 Emergency Veterinary Clinic (770) 924-3720 Funds 4Furry Friends (770) 842-8893 Lost Pets: www.townelaker.com. (click on lost and found pet button to report missing pet) Pet Buddies Food Pantry www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Community Veterinary Care www.communityveterinarycare.com (678) 640-3512

Post Office locations Canton Holly Springs Lebanon Woodstock

(770) 720-8164 (770) 345-6318 (770) 591-9467 (770) 591-0364

Police Departments

Canton Holly Springs Woodstock Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Utilities

Atlanta Gas Light Co. www.aglc.com Canton Water www.canton-georgia.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Auth. www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC www.cobbemc.com Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com Woodstock Water www.woodstockga.gov Recycling Center

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

(770) 907-4231 (770) 704-1500 (770) 479-1813 (770) 429-2100 (888) 660-5890 (770) 926-8852 (770) 516-4195

Free, Reduced-Price Health Care

Bethesda Community Clinic www.bethesdacommunityclinic.org Cherokee County Health Department www.nghd.org/CherokeeHealth

Urgent Care Facilities

Northside Cherokee Urgent Care, off exit 11 at I-575

(678) 880-9654 (770) 345-7371

(678) 426-5450

SHEFA Urgent Care 2000 Village Professional Dr. #110 (678) 661-3166 Canton 30114 Wellstar Urgent Care off exit 8, 120 Stonebridge Pkwy. Woodstock, 30189

(678) 494-2500

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee Area Business Connection Meets Every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. Marci Zied, (770) 345-8687 Cherokee Toastmasters Meets Every Wednesday from 12 noon at 7745 Main Street, Woodstock Laury Beesley, (678) 642-3110 www.CherokeeToastmasters.com Empowered Women Through Synergy Meets 3rd Thursday at 8.30 a.m. at J Christopher’s in downtown Woodstock Shahida Baig (678) 445-3900 Main Street Woodstock Meets Last Friday of every month at 8 a.m. at 8534 Main Street at City Center www.mainstreetwoodstock.org No Fee Referral Network Woodstock Meets Every Monday morning at 7:30 am at IHOP 8979 Hwy 92 www.meetup.com/No-Fee-Referral-NetworkWoodstock North Georgia Referral Network Meets Every Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. at J. Christophers, 315 Chambers Street (770) 592-5990 The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets Third Thursday at 6:45 p.m. Edeline Dryden (678) 789-6158 www.thejoyofconnecting.com

Woodstock Community Business Association Meets Second Monday at 12 noon at Tuscany Italian Restaurant, 250 Cinema Way WCBusinessAssoc@aol.com

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Ahimsa House helps victims of domestic violence who need help getting their pets to safety. 24-hr, (404) 452-6248, Info (404) 496-4038 www.ahimsahouse.org Angel House Girls Home is a residential facility for girls 12-18 to learn self-sufficiency. (770) 479-9555, www.angelhousega.com Anna Crawford Children’s Center a child abuse and prevention program for children and adults. (770) 345-8100 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Bethany Place transitional home for single women, unwed mothers. (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee sponsors a yearly back-to-school bash. www.giveakidachance.org

Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia (770) 345-1879, www.habitat-ncg.org

Cherokee County Animal League Contact: Steve Monahan at CherokeeAnimalLeague@gmail.org or (770) 712-4077

Georgia Animal Project offers high quality, lowcost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. (770) 704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org

CCHS Thrift Store located at 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth, (770) 592-8072. Accepts donations and sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society.

Towne Lake Business Association Meets Third Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills (770) 615-3350 www.tlba.org

Woodstock Business Networking Group Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Atlanta Bread Company, 180 Woodstock Square Ave., Woodstock Lee West (770) 591-7101

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

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

Cherokee Child Advocacy Council, Inc. Anna Crawford Children’s Center and Parents HELP at 319 Lamar Haley Pkwy., Canton Amy Economopolous, (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org

Women of Woodstock Meets First & Third Wednesday. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills info@womenofwoodstock.com www.womenofwoodstock.com

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

CASA for Children promotes the health & happiness of children impacted by abuse through programs that increase their safety and improve their educational, social and emotional functioning. Volunteers and partners welcomed! Contact: Deidre Hollands (770) 345-3274. www.casacherokee.org

Together We Rise Meets Second & Fourth Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Pat Snipes, (404) 569-5280

Towne Lake PowerCore Team Meets Every Friday at 7:15 — 8:45 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills Marc Replogle, (770) 952-5000, X20 (404) 816-3377 www.powercore.net

socialization. Located at 1001 Univeter Rd., Canton (770) 345-2675 www.cherokeega.com Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. (678) 640-3512, www.communityveterinarycare.com

Cherokee County Family Violence Center offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. (770) 479-1703, Spanish (770) 720-7050 www.cfvc.org Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) (770) 928-5115, admin@cchumanesociety.org www.cchumanesociety.org Cherokee FOCUS works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiative. Sonia Carruthers (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens looking for

Green Pets America Rescue animal rescue group (770) 712-4077, SteveMonahan777@gmail.com www.GPACharities.US

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, info@TheHopeCtr.com www.hopectr.com HOPE Center — Baby & More Thrift Store (770) 517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.com Hospice Advantage needs volunteers. (770) 218-1997, www.hospiceadvantage.com Iron Hearts is a therapeutic horsemanship program for children and adults with special needs. (678) 493-5775, www.ironhearts.org MUST Ministries Kendall Jones, (770) 479-5397 Never Alone Outreach provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee County families in need.

Apply online for assistance at: NeverAlone.Org 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 Papa’s Pantry is a year-round local food ministry. Lynne Saunders, (770) 591-4730 www.papaspantry.org Pet Buddies Food Pantry has pet food collection bin at TowneLaker offices, 2449 Towne Lake Parkway (678) 310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Safe Kids Cherokee County — Call for an appointment for free child safety seat inspections. (770) 721-7808, www.cherokeesafekids.org Volunteer Aging Council, a non-profit that helps to raise funds for our seniors of Cherokee County. www.vac-cherokeega.org

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

(770) 906-2958 Woodstock Masons Lodge #246 F. & A.M., Inc. Meets Second & Fourth Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Corner of Air Acres Way & Arnold Mill Rd. lodge.info@woodstocklodge246.org Woodstock Midday Optimist Club Meets Every Wednesday at 12 noon at Folks, 180 Parkway 575 Johnny Young, (770) 345-6158 Woodstock VFW Post 10683 Meets Second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Woodstock Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Andrew Yrabedra, (404) 663-4663

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee County Democrat Party Meets Second Thursday at 7 p.m. at Holly Springs Train Depot, www.cherokeedems.com Cherokee County Republican Party Meets Second Saturday at 9 a.m. at Winchesters Woodfire Grill, Canton, (678) 809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Conrad Quagliaroli (770) 592-6545

William G. Long Senior Center 223 Arnold Mill Road , (678) 445-6518

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

Adoption/Infertility Support Group Meets First Wednesday at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Woodstock Cindy Braddock, (678) 445-3131 Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meets First Thursday at 7 p.m. at Atria, 1000 Professional Way Atria Woodstock, (770) 926-0119 Breast Cancer Support Group Meets First Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. — 12 noon at Northside Hospital — Cherokee, Diabetes Classroom, Educational Center (404) 843-1880 Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program. www.celebraterecovery.com Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors & Law Enforcement Together) Meets Second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room) Dale Walz (404) 375-8193

AARP Woodstock Chapter is for anyone 50+ Meets Second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills Rich, (770) 926-1944

Republican Women of Cherokee County (678) 520-2236, www.rwccga.com

RECREATION & HOBBIES

Cherokee County Lupus Support Group Meets 2nd Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at New Light Church Hall, Pam Bennett, (404) 975-7580

American Legion Post 316 Meets Third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Irma Martin, (678) 662-2366

Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meets Second Saturday at 10 a.m. at Studio 101, 101 Emma Lane, www.artsalliancega.org

C.H.O.O.S.E. of Woodstock Meets first Monday at 7 p.m. mailbox@chooseofwoodstockga.org

Blue Skies Laughter Club Meets Every Wednesday 7 — 8 p.m. at Northside-Cherokee Medical Offices, 100 Stoneforest Dr., 1st floor conf. room Craig Whitley (404) 520-0221 www.addlaughter.com

Diabetes Support Group Meets 3rd Tuesday at 9:30 & 11 a.m. at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Rd., Woodstock Linda Watson, (770) 793-7818.

Cherokee County Service League (770) 704-5991 http://serviceleague.net/ Cherokee County Historical Society (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Junior Service League of Woodstock (770) 592-3535, http://jslwoodstock.org/ Rotary Club of Woodstock Meets Every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at IHOP on Highway 92 Gary Floyd, (404) 506-6878 glfloyd@southernco.com South Cherokee Optimist Club Meets Every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills (770) 926-3522 Towne Lake Optimist Club Meets Every Wednesday at 12 noon at Eagle Watch Golf Club, Charlice Byrd, (404) 557-2218 www.townelakeoptimists.com Woodstock Jaycees Meets First Tuesday & Third Thursday at 7 p.m. at 216 Rope Mill Road (404) 690-4452 Woodstock Lions Club Meets Second & Fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Cherokee Community Chorale (678) 439-8625, www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North Street, Canton (770) 704-6244, www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners (770) 479-0418, www.caes.uga.edu/extension/ cherokee/mastergardeners/ Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Christian Authors Guild Meets 7-9 p.m. first and third Monday at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 30189 www.christianauthorsguild.org Crossfit WOD Club Meets Daily for the “Work Out of the Day” www.crossfitgarage.com Les Marmitons is for men interested in culinary arts. Meets Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Chattahoochee Tech Larry Lodisio, (770) 516-5197

Georgia Canines for Independence www.gcidogs.org, (404) 824-4637 Grand parents Raising GRANDchildren Meets Second & Fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available) , Jeannie, (770) 919-9275 Jewish Havurah Marcia, (770) 345-8687 La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets First Tuesday at 10 a.m. & Third Wed. 7 p.m. at Bascomb United Methodist Church Marguerite, (678) 315-7686 Megan, (770) 517-0191 MOMS Club Towne Lake — 30188-30189 https://sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock/ Email: momscluboftownelake@gmail.com MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets Second & Fourth Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy (770) 924-4777 Spirit of Success Career Clothing Connection Provides professional business attire at no cost. (770) 956-0711. AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA COMMUNITY OF FAITH BAPTIST Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Senior Pastor: Kevin Edmonds www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, (770) 592-7007 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Bob Goodner Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock (770) 710-1068, www.crossroadspbc.org Pastor: Elder Larry White Faith Community 659 Arnold Mill Road (770) 516-1996 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Teaching Pastor: Shane Koehler www.faithcommunitychurch.org First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, (770) 926-4428 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Johnny Hunt www.fbcw.org Hillcrest Baptist 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth, (770) 917-9100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship Service: 6 p.m. Pastor: Mike Maxwell New Victoria Baptist 6659 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-8448, www.newvicbaptist.org Services: 11 a.m. Pastor John Harris Stonecrest Baptist 485 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-8820 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stonecrestbaptist.org/

Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, Marietta, (770) 928-7916 Rector: Rev. Paul McCabe Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:15 & 10:30 a.m. www.annunciationepiscopal.org/ Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 30114 (770) 345-6722, www.stclementscanton.org Sunday Eucharist Services: 8, 9 & 11 a.m. Christian Education: 10 a.m. Wednesday Eucharist Service: 6:30 p.m. Rector: James B. Stutler

JEWISH Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Rd. NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw (678) 460-7702, www.jewishWoodstock.com Offers Canton and Woodstock study groups Introductory service : 1st Shabbat of each month at 11 a.m. Traditional service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Zalman Charytan Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation (678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 30068 (770) 973-0137, www.etzchaim.net Rabbi Shalom Lewis Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green Street Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta 30062 (770) 973-3533, www.kolemeth.net Rabbi Steven Lebow

MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS

South Cherokee Baptist 7504 Highway 92, (770) 926-0422 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Steven Lambert

Tikvah l’Chaim 4206 N. Arnold Mill, Woodstock 30188 (678) 936-4125, www.tlchaim.com Service: 10 a.m. Saturdays Rabbi Gary Maxted

EPISCOPAL

LUTHERAN

Christ Episcopal Church 1210 Wooten Lake Road, Kennesaw, (770) 422-9114 Sunday Services: 8 & 9 a.m. (family service) & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Wed.: 6:30 p.m. praise music, 7 p.m. Eucharist Rector: Doris Graf Smith

Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-7286, www.gslutheran.org Services: 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. Rev. Paul Baumgartner

Christ the Redeemer Charismatic Episcopal Church 6488 Hickory Flat Hwy., Canton, (404) 395-5003 Saturday Service: 5:30 p.m. Priest: Stephen Hunter

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS) 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 30188 (770) 928-2812 www.TLCWoodstock.ctsmemberconnect.net Service: 8:30, 11 a.m. Rev. Stephen Constien

ORTHODOX St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church 2263 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 30188 (770) 485-0504, www.stelizabethga.org Service: 10 a.m. Fr. Frederick Watson

PRESBYTERIAN Cherokee Christ Covenant Presbyterian of Woodstock (PCA) Meets in the Rec Center of Cherokee County’s South Annex, 7545 Main Street; Bldg. 200, Woodstock, www.cc-pca.org Pastor: Ted Lester Geneva Orthodox Presbyterian Church Meets at Hope Presbyterian Church 4101 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-3558 Sunday Services: 9 & 11:10 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Sid Gunter www.heritagepres.com Sixes Presbyterian Church Meeting at our Fellowship Hall at 2335 Sixes Road, Canton, (770) 485-1975 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Lucas Pina www.sixeschurch.org Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-0074 Traditional Worship Service: 9 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Don Esa

ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 516-0009, www.saintmichaelcc.org Saturday: 5:30 p.m., Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m., 12:45 & 5:30 p.m., Spanish Mass: 2:30 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Larry Niese Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Rd. NE., Marietta (770) 977-1442, www.transfiguration.com Saturday Vigil Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8 & 10 a.m. & 12 noon Sunday Spanish Mass: 2 p.m. Pastor: Monsignor Patrick Bishop

UNITED METHODIST Bascomb United Methodist Church 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, (770) 926-9755 Contemporary Service: 9 a.m. Traditional Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Harden Hopper www.bascombchurch.org

CITY ON A HILL United Methodist Church 7745 Main Street, (678) 445-3480 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Chris Bryant www.coahumc.org

Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth, (770) 917-4964 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Steve Pettit www.branchesofchrist.com

Hillside United Methodist Church 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, (770) 924-4777 Traditional Services: 8:25 & 11 a.m. Contemporary Services: 9:25 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 & 11 a.m Pastor: Dr. Doug Thrasher www.hillsideumc.org

BridgePointe Church 233 Arnold Mill Road Suite 400, (770) 517-2977 Sunday Service: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Mat Garcia www.bridgepointechurch.org

Liberty Hill Church at the Mill 141 Railroad Street, (678) 493-8920 Sunday Service: 11 a.m., Nursery available Pastor: Jamey Prickett www.libertyhillumc.org Little River United Methodist Church 12455 Highway 92, (770) 926-2495 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Bill Coady www.littleriverumc.info Mt Gilead UMC Woodstock 889 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591- 0837 Pastor: Rev Ken McGehee Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.ngumc.org Sixes United Methodist Church 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton, (770) 345-7644 Sunday Services: 9 and 11 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Joe McKechnie www.sixesumc.org Woodstock United Methodist Church 109 Towne Lake Parkway, (770) 516-0371 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Claude T. Herbert

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Emerson U U Congregation 4010 Canton Road, Marietta 30066 (770) 578-1533, www.emersonuu.org Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m. August – May Rev. Jeff Jones

OTHER CHURCHES Allen Temple, AME Church 232 N. Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-6348 Prayer Time: Friday, 7:14 p.m. Sunday Services: 8 & 11 a.m. Sunday Church School: 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Carl A. Moore, Sr. www.allentempleame.org Awakening Church 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140 next to Folks Restaurant, (770) 924-4150 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.awakeningwoodstock.com Lead Pastor: Jeff Whitmire Bells Ferry Church of God 6718 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 592-2956 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Ted Wooldridge www.bellsferry.com

Cherokee Seventh Day Adventist 101 Rope Mill Road, (770) 591-7304 Saturday Worship: 11 a.m. Sabbath School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Jonathan Williamson Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Larry Tomczak www.ctkatlanta.com Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, (770) 924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main Street, Suite 250 (behind NAPA), (678) 494-2193, www.ngca.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Program: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Marc Lawson Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Allatoona Ward, 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road Sacrament Meeting: 9 a.m., Aux. Meeting: 10:20 a.m. Bishop Phil Karski Woodstock Ward Spanish service: 9 a.m., English service: 1 pm. Bishop Phillip Hailstone Cornerstone Community Church 503 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 160 (678) 439-5108, www.ccchurchonline.org Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor David Kight Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Tony Crawford www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle Church 507 Industrial Drive, (770) 928-7478 Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Pastor: A.D. Hinton www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com Faith Family Church 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth, (770) 926-4560 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Tommy White

Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Rd., Acworth, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Donna T. Lucas Momentum Church 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, Woodstock, on Hwy 92 — ½ mile east of Hwy 5 (678) 384-4919, www.MomentumChurch.tv Sunday Service Times: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Ross Wiseman Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship Church 6409 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 928-2795 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Christian Living Class: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Youth Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Larry H. Baker www.prayerandpraise.org Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0040 Holy Communion: Sunday 10 a.m. Christian Education (all ages): Sunday 9 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Gene Prince www.rezwoodstock.org Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, (678) 494-2100 Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. www.sgcatlanta.org Towne Lake Community Church (TLC Church) 132 North Medical Parkway, (678) 445-8766 Contemporary Worship: Sunday 10:30 a.m. The Walk - Adult Singles Worship: Saturday 6 p.m. Sr. Pastor: William S. Ratliff www.tlcchurch.com Watermarke Church Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy 2126 Sixes Road, Canton, (678) 880-9092 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m., 5 p.m. www.watermarkechurch.com Woodstock Christian Church 7700 Highway 92, (770) 926-8238 Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Lynn Eynon www.woodstockchristian.org Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, (770) 926-8838 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Servico En Espanol Domingo: 10:30 a.m. Aprenda Ingles Gratis (Free ESL): Lunes 7 -9 p.m. Ministro: Rafael Uzcategui, (770) 926-8271 Pastor: Matt Amos www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org

His Hands Church 550 Molly Lane, (770) 405-2500 Party on Sunday: 10 a.m. www.hishandschurch.com

Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 924-4499 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Program: 7 p.m. Pastor: Lewis Stark www.wcnga.com

Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church 3431 Trickum Rd., Marietta, (770) 924-8080 Sunday Orthros: 8:30a.m., Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. Rev. Fr. Panayiotis Papageorgiou, PhD

Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, (770) 926-8990 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Greg Michael AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Journeys: Glory continued from page 34

Helen Keller. My partner and I didn’t know each other and weren’t really sure what to do - except win. It was the bicentennial. It was big. We were Americans in Brazil celebrating 4th of July in May. There were flags everywhere and everything was red, white and blue. And we, an unlikely pair of strangers tied together yet needing each other so much to win, found that teamwork was needed for this new game we had that day. And we crossed the finish line to take first place amidst the cheers, shouts, laughter and song. I felt maybe for the first time what it means to be an American.

Medication Effects on Gum Disease and Tooth Decay continued from page 46

- Anti-depressants - Blood pressure medications - Medications for Parkinson’s disease Check you medicine labels to determine if you are taking a sugar-based or acid-based medication or one that causes dry mouth. If you do take medications that affect your oral health, be sure to adhere to a good regimen of oral hygiene. Brush and floss your teeth twice daily. Keep regular professional visits with your dentist twice a year. An oral rinse is especially helpful to offset the negative effects of dry mouth caused by medications.

Personal Paintings Have Evolved into a City Portrait continued from page 24

enrichment of our lives, the sustained energy of the town. The Woodstock Vignette Painting series will be part of a Gala Art Event in September. The paintings will be auctioned off individually to benefit the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. For more information, email me at 81artist@comcast.net, and please “like” the Woodstock Vignette Paintings on Facebook.

Destinations: Farmers Markets for Summertime Fun continued from page 31

strollers or walking their dog. Merchants sell everything from organic fresh vegetables to seafood, baked goods to personal care products such as homemade soaps and lotions. www. marietta.com/marietta-square-farmers-market. Finally, want to experience life on a farm for a day and get fresh vegetables in the bargain? Visit Cagle Family Farm and pick your own vegetables on Tuesdays. http://caglesfamilyfarm.com. Happy summer eating! 60

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

AROUND WOODSTOCK DISTRIBUTION MAP Our purpose: At AroundAbout Local Media, we believe the world functions at the community level: diverse groups of people living in close proximity; sharing commonality of culture, values and local pride; developing safety nets for those in need; and helping each other to live richer lives. It is our heartfelt desire to contribute to the fabric that helps make a community happen. Through our magazines, we aim to provide everyone in the communities we serve with uplifting, interesting information about the community they are proud to call home. We encourage you to send us your photos, ideas, stories or anything else you think the community would like to know about. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your community. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your magazine.

Sincerely, Your Friends at Around Woodstock

Around Woodstock Distribution Map Circulation: 16,000

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Reference

ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government

President Barack Obama (D)

(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461

Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R)

(202) 224-3521 GA: (770) 763-9090

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)

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

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov 100 Galleria Parkway, Suite 1340, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://chambliss.senate.gov 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://isakson.senate.gov Rep. Phil Gingrey, M.D. (R) District 11 100 North Street Suite 150, Canton, GA 30114 http://gingrey.house.gov

jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov

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

(404) 463-1378 (770) 887-1960 fax: (770) 205-0602

Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21

(678) 576-2644

Rep. Sam Moore (R) District 22

(404) 656-0220

Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23

mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov

(404) 656-0254

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

State Court (678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480

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

Probate Court Judge Keith Wood (R)

Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker

District Attorney Shannon Wallace

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

Clerk of Courts Patty Baker

(678) 493-6511

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

jnelms@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office

(770) 735-8055 www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)

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

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

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner Sonya Little

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

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

Cherokee County School Board

www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo

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

kelly.marlow@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Patsy Jordan (R) District 2

(770) 893-2970

patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Michael Geist (R) District 3

(404) 462-4950

michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Janet Read (R) Chair Rick Steiner (R) District 4

(770) 516-1444 (770) 721-4398, x4370

rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rob Usher (R) District 5 (678) 493-6160

Juvenile Court

bpoole@cherokeega.com

janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us

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

Brian Poole (R) District 3

Kelly Marlow (R) District 1

Superior Court

Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris

Ray Gunnin (R) District 2

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

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

hjohnston@cherokeega.com

Jason Nelms (R) District 4

(678) 523-8570

scot@turnerforhouse.com

rgunnin@cherokeega.com

Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20

michael@CaldwellforHouse.com

L.R. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman

lbahrens@cherokeega.com

Harry Johnston (R) District 1

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

Sen. Jack Murphy (R) District 27

www.cherokeega.com (678) 493-6001

Commissioners

State Government

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

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners

1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114

(770) 928-0341

rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us

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

(770) 345-6256

City Government City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques

www.woodstockga.gov (770) 592-6001

CLASSIFIEDS

We are mobile! You can view the Around Woodstock magazine on your mobile device

CLEANING SERVICES

Penny Clean “One Woman Show” moving and deep cleaning available on weekends. Over 25 years experience, reasonable rates. Licensed, bonded and insured. Free estimates. 678-4943602.

Scan this QR code and flip through the magazine

HELP WANTED

Citywide Maintenance (Marietta, GA) is looking for a part-time Sales Associate and Part-time Account Manager. In addition we are recruiting owner-operated commercial cleaning companies. Please call Scott at 770-990-3334 or visit www.gocitywide.com.

Join the Around Woodstock magazine Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/AroundWoodstockMagazine

To place a classified ad, email Michelle at aroundaboutadvertising@gmail.com

www.twitter.com/AroundWoodstock

Happy Fourth of JUly! $

1/Word

(10 WORD MINIMUM)

 Around Woodstock  TowneLaker  Sixes Living

CLASSIFIED FORM

PLEASE PRINT

Month(s):  Jan  Feb  Mar

PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

Mail this form with your payment to: AroundAbout Local Media, Inc. 2449 Towne Lake Pkwy. Woodstock, GA 30189 • Fax: (770) 516-4809

1/Word

(10 WORD MINIMUM)

(All Fields Must Be Completed)

 Apr  May  June  Oct  Nov  Dec

Category:

 July  Aug  Sept ¨ ADD A PICTURE (2.375" X 1.50") FOR ONLY $39 (Per Month).

Word Count:

$1/word, per month/per magazine (10 Word Minimum)

Box numbers, phone numbers, zip codes and abbreviations are counted as one word each.

Email picture to AroundAboutAdvertising@gmail.com.

Ad Wording (please include contact info):

Please make checks payable to AroundAbout Local Form of payment: ¨ Cash or Check ¨ Visa ¨ Master Card CC Account #

Media, Inc. ¨ American Express

Exp:

Credit Card Authorization Signature: Name:

Street Address:

City, State, Zip: Daytime Phone: Around Woodstock Classifieds is a monthly feature. All ads are accepted and placed under categories at the discretion of the publisher. Rates are only $1 per word, per month, with a 10-word minimum.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS THE 10 th FOR THE FOLLOWING MONTH'S ISSUE! AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

ADVERTISERS DIRECTORY For advertising rates and information please contact Patty Ponder, 770.615.3324, AroundAboutPatty@gmail.com. ATTORNEYS/LEGAL SERVICES Hartman Imbriale Attorneys (678) 445-7423, www.hartman-imbriale.com 145 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 200

AUTOMOTIVE Frankfurt Foreign Automotive 9 (678) 505-8907, FrankFurtAutomotive.com 9817 Main Street, Woodstock BEAUTY, MASSAGE & SPA Bambu Salon 19 150 Prominence Point Pkwy., Suite 700, Canton 30114, (770) 345-0027 Massage Envy Spa (770) 928-0800 134 Woodstock Square Ave.

Salon Gloss (678) 483-8900 www.SalonGloss.biz 220 Chamber Street, Woodstock

Salon & Spa Venéssa (770) 591-2079, salonvenessa.com 8516 Main Street

BUSINESS Inside back

Downtown Buzz

Woodstock Community Business Assoc.

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Give A Kid A Chance Never Alone P.O. Box 1904, Woodstock, GA 30188

7 39

CHIROPRACTIC Colby Family Chiropractic (770) 592-1915 10917 Hwy. 92, Suite 160, Woodstock www.colbychiropracticlifestyle.com

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock (770) 926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive Suite 200-C

All About Family Dentistry 12186 Hwy. 92, Ste. 109, Woodstock Dr. Sara Farahani, (678) 238-0202

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

120 Stonebridge Pkwy. Ste 410, Woodstock (770) 517-6804, www.pampapediatrics.com North Georgia Audiology 1 and Hearing Aid Center 203 Woodpark Place, Ste. B-100, Woodstock (770) 560-4775 www.NorthGeorgiaHearing.com Northside Hospital – Cherokee (770) 720-5100, www.northside.com 201 Hospital Road, Canton

Wellstar Pediatric Center 1180 Barrett Pkwy., Kennesaw (770) 956-STAR (7828) www.wellstar.org/forchildren

Williams Orthodontics 27 (770) 592-5554 145 Towne Lake Pkwy, Suite 201, Woodstock (770) 345-4155 205 Waleska Road, Suite 1A, Canton www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com

Hammocks Heating & Air (770) 794-0428

Image Maids 39 (770) 627-4670, www.imagemaids.com

Northside Cherokee Sleep Disorders Center 34 (404) 236-8200 www.northside.com/sleep

Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 19 (678) 224-5722 www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com 250 Parkbrooke Place, Ste. 250, Woodstock

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Kim Bates Photography www.KimBatesPhotoArt.com

Inside back

REAL ESTATE & RELATED SERVICES Sullivan Wickley Cori Powell, (404) 475-9000, ext. 15 Jimmy Davis, (404) 475-9000, ext.16 www.SullivanWickley.com

The Premier Group, Keller Williams (678) 494-0102 Back cover 8604 Main St., Woodstock www.TPGsells.com

Landscape Matters (770) 403-5813 www.landscapemattersinc.com

Mr. Junk (678) MR-Junk1, www.mrjunk1.com

Elm Street Cultural Arts Village 22 (678) 494-4251, www.elmstreetarts.org

Overstreet Lawn Care (770) 861-7272

Kona Ice (770) 272-2380, www.kona-ice.com

RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT

Reliable Heating & Air Cover, 32, 33 (770) 594-9969, ReliableAir.com The Painted Lady Lisa Prater (678) 445-4969

The Roofing Lady (770) 815-2670

Animal Atlanta 29 (770) 591-0007, www.AnimalAtlanta.com 6449 Bells Ferry Rd.

(Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)

AROUND WOODSTOCK | July 2014

Spillane Orthodontics 38 (770) 928-4747 www.SpillaneOrtho.com 335 Parkway 575, Suite 200, Woodstock

PETS/ANIMALS

DENTAL

HOME & GARDEN

Tilda Brown Salon Inside front 5947 Old Hwy. 5/Holly Springs Pkwy., Woodstock, (678) 445-4999

Cherokee Business Showcase

Dr. Jeff Kincaid Orthodontics Woodstock: (770) 516-5773 355 Parkway 575, Ste. 200 Roswell: (770) 518-5180 540 W. Crossville Rd., Ste. 205 www.KincaidSmiles.com

Bark Station 240 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock (770) 517-9907, www.bark-station.com

PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES P.A.M.P.A. Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, PA

RETAILERS/SHOPPING Branches Boutique (770) 517-1505 2295 Towne Lake Pkwy. # 140 370 Chambers St., (678) 540-5483

Max Video Games & More 1 (770) 924-9300 6424 Bells Ferry Rd., Ste. 124, Woodstock www.facebook.com/maxvideogames Rudi Fine Jewelry (678) 445-2626 rudifinejewelry@yahoo.com 6790 Hwy. 92, Acworth Urban Renewal Consignment Shop (678) 398-7691 www.urcwoodstock.com 1085 Buckhead Crossing, Suite 120, Woodstock