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16 Cool Recipes
From ice cream dishes to fresh salsa, we have you covered.
18 Visiting Thomas Fountain
Local country music star talks about importance of his roots.
22 Getting Figgy
Our Culinary Councilman shares sweet/tart recipe.
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26 Camp Meeting Time!
Tradition thrives despite changes in culture and community.
30 Saluting Katelyn
Emotion-filled photo opens doors for patriotic teen.
34 Bus Stop Fun
Canton police officers on hand to meet local students, families.
51 MUST Lunches
Volunteers, donated meals make a difference for families in need.
55 To Pass or Not to Pass? A lesson on bus driving safety to prepare for the new school year.
56 Best in the State
County schools take top spots in baseball championship.
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Contributing Writers
In Every Issue
Don Akridge
Jeremy Isaacs 58
Around Canton 4
Cherokee Office of Economic Development 42
Mark Kissel
Community News
Christopher Brazelton 59
Dr. Sarah Licht
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Mike Carrigan 37
Ann Litrel
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Dr. Jonathan Gilvarry 43
Rob Macmillan 36
Bill Grant 22
Susan Schulz 51
Delia Halverson
Robert Tidwell 20
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Dr. Jonathan Lee 46
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Birthdays
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Ribbon Cuttings 14 Canton Dining Guide
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Everyday Angels
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Community Calendar 52 Library Events
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School News 54
Candi Hannigan 30
Scot Turner
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Faith 58
Dr. Scott Harden
Dr. Duncan Wells 44
Directory of Advertisers 62
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People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Canton/ Holly Springs/ Sixes
From the Editor I enjoy sharing good news and I’m especially excited to share this issue with you. It’s packed with positive and inspiring stories. You don’t have to go far to find inspiration. Just look next door, down the street or across town and be encouraged by the good that surrounds us. And in the pages of your favorite Aroundabout Local Media publication. I can never get too far away from the news at my house because of my husband’s newspaper background (in my newspaper career, I chose to work in the features department - Dear Abby and the bridge column were more my speed). Even though Glenn’s a Methodist pastor now, his need for news lives on. He is constantly checking in with multiple online news sites, more times a day than I can count or probably even know about. Our oldest daughter works for CNN International - that apple didn’t fall far from the tree! Can’t avoid the news with that job. It’s my blessing to share good news stories with you every issue. This month, I can’t wait for you to meet Katelyn Gann on page 30. I immediately wanted to learn more about her after seeing an emotional photo of her saluting during a recent police memorial service. She has inspired me, as I hope she will you. Meet Canton’s own Thomas Fountain on page 18, and read how his hometown roots influence his music. Check out photos on page 34 and a word from Police Chief Mark Mitchell about the special outreach that Canton police officers plan to build trust and positive relations with community members. Five brave Cherokee County residents have overcome health challenges to lead a support group that helps others facing similar circumstances. Meet Waring, Jane, Laura, Denise and Kelly on page 40. I hope you enjoy these stories. I want to fill every issue with such positive and inspiring good news. I’d love to hear from you if you have a story to share.
What’s New The city of Canton has launched a new brand and website, completing work that began a year ago when council members asked residents for feedback on what makes the city different. The new logo depicts the city’s setting, offering “scenic views of foothills and the Etowah River, flowing through our city.” The new website, www.cantonga.gov, is built on a powerful, efficient and user-friendly platform to help users find community information more easily. Old Country Place has opened in Hickory Flat, at 6764 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton. The menu features barbecue and smoked meats, and fresh and local foods. Opens 11 a.m. and closes when “smoked out” (sold out of food, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page). 678-880-7509. www.oldcountryplace.com. Queenie’s Southern Restaurant & Bar is now open for lunch, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, with dinner service starting at 3 p.m. Queenie’s also offers take-out service and has a full bar. Follow them on Facebook or visit www.eatatqueenies.com. A Sherwin Williams paint store has opened at 4805 Holly Springs Parkway, Holly Springs, near the Sixes Road intersection. Hours are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays. 770-516-4158. www.sherwin-williams.com.
What’s Coming Amanda Topper, owner of Fashion Cupcake in downtown Woodstock, is opening a boutique in Ball Ground called Perched Clothing & Gifts, which will be larger and carry a few more lines than the Woodstock store. Amanda hopes the boutique will be open some time this month. Check Fashion Cupcake on Facebook for updates. Holly Springs city council has approved two Lynwood Development Group apartment communities for Holly Springs Parkway: a 340-unit complex next to Home Depot that should start construction sometime this year, and a 282-unit complex currently occupied by Holly Park mobile home community. Council also approved an expansion of Windsor House Assisted Living at 3333 East Cherokee Drive, a plan that involves adding 16 units to the current 45.
Who’s Moving? Candi Hannigan is the executive editor of Around Canton. She has lived in Cherokee County since 1987. Send your comments or questions to Candi@ AroundAboutMagazines.com.
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Indigo & Oak Clothing and Home Decor is moving across the street to 145 West Main St., and plans to be open in the new location by Aug. 1. Studio 5 Salon is moving to 136 Archer Street, off West Main, some time in mid August.
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COMMUNITY BOARD The Around Canton Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders who assist us as contributors to the magazine, judges for the annual Trailblazer award and advisors who offer valuable feedback.
Pat Gold moved to Canton 33 years ago when she
married Dr. Homer (Nugget) Gold. After 18 years with Delta Airlines and another 12 working for the Cherokee County School District, Pat began volunteering. She was recently named the public outreach manager for the city of Canton, and continues to volunteer on numerous boards and committees. Pat and her husband have four children and four grandchildren. Pharmacist Dale Coker owns Cherokee Custom Script Pharmacy in Holly Springs and lives in Woodstock with wife Susan. The University of Georgia graduate is vice president of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. His community involvement has included Cherokee County Habitat for Humanity, youth league coaching and church leadership. Dale’s latest achievement is co-inventing the patented TopiCLICK, a topical metered dosing device.
Cindy Crews is a longtime Cherokee County educator. She joined the Sixes community as assistant principal of Sixes Elementary School in 2011 and is now principal. Cindy and her husband, Andy, have lived in Woodstock for more than 20 years, and they have two young adult daughters. Her motto: Children are the future of the human race; teach them well. Dr. Joe McKechnie senior pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church, grew up in Cobb County. After earning a degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Georgia, Joe spent six years as a television sportscaster. He has a master’s degree from Asbury Theological Seminary and a doctorate of ministry from Southern Methodist University. Joe and wife Catherine have two children, David and Grace Ann. Sonia Carruthers is the executive director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS and the Cherokee Youth Works program, based in Holly Springs. The Cherokee County native grew up in Canton and lives in Woodstock with her son and daughter. She is very active in the community and currently serves with local and regional organizations to strengthen families and children. Chantel Adams is the founder and CEO of Forever We, Inc.,
a socially responsible toy company that believes every child deserves a forever family, safe housing and a healthy body. She has a biology degree from the University of Evansville, serves on the Executive Board of Highland Rivers Health, and volunteers with the Cherokee County Juvenile Court. Chantel and her husband, Gavin, live in Canton and have four children. 6
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Publisher Aroundabout Local Media, Inc. ALM President Patty Ponder 770-615-3322 Patty@AroundaboutMagazines.com Market Manager Katherine Amick 678-279-5502 Katherine@AroundaboutMagazines.com Executive Editor Candi Hannigan 770-615-3309 Candi@AroundaboutMagazines.com Managing Editor Jackie Loudin 770-615-3318 Jackie@AroundaboutMagazines.com Art Director Michelle McCulloch 770-615-3307 Michelle@AroundaboutMagazines.com Page Designer Laura Latchford Laura@AroundaboutMagazines.com Controller Denise Griffin 770-615-3315 Denise@AroundaboutMagazines.com Market Support Associate Christie Deese 770-615-3324 Christie@AroundaboutMagazines.com Copy Editors Bill King, Eliza Somers
Around Canton, a publication of Aroundabout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly magazine created to build a sense of community and pride in the Canton, Holly Springs and Sixes areas by sharing positive stories and timely information. A total of 25,000 free copies are distributed monthly; approximately 23,700 are mailed to homes and businesses, with an additional 1,300 placed in racks around the community. Many readers catch the latest edition online each month. See page 64 for a distribution map. Around Canton welcomes your comments, stories and advertisements. The deadline is the 15th of each month. Yearly subscriptions are available for $24. Send a check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher and the publisher makes no claims about the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Around Canton 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 2017. Around Canton 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, PMB 380 Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: Katherine Amick Katherine@aroundaboutmagazines.com or 678-279-5502
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Community
Canton Native Headed to the Major Leagues
YOUR LOCAL NEWS
Mason Ward, a Kennesaw State University senior and Cherokee High graduate, was picked by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 34th round of the first-player draft in Major League Baseball. Mason is the son of Stacy and Todd Ward. The 6-foot 4, 200-pound left-handed pitcher has had many accomplishments in his college career. Most recently he was named player of the week in the Golden State Baseball summer league, with 13 strikeouts in five innings and only two hits his first week before being drafted. As a true freshman in 2014, he pitched 11 innings to lead his team to a regional win at the College World Series. He was named the Atlantic Sun Pitcher of the Week when he threw a complete game, ending the nation’s longest D-1 winning streak against Jacksonville University. He finished his senior season at KSU with four wins, two losses and a 3.26 ERA. Etowah High School outfielder Drew Waters was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the second round. At the 41st pick overall, Waters told a local television station he is excited for his chance at being a “hometown hero” with his Atlanta home team. Drew is the son of Mitch and Lisa Drew, left and brother Zach. Waters.
An Idea of What Being a Nurse is Like
Reinhardt University’s first session of Camp Nightingale will convene this summer. Named for the modern founder of nursing, Florence Nightingale, the day camp will give high school students a view into the world of nursing. High school juniors and seniors will have the opportunity to learn about the profession by spending time with nurses and getting a glimpse into what nurses do in their daily routine. Campers will also explore Reinhardt’s campus. The camp, part of Reinhardt’s School of Nursing and Health Sciences, will be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 20-21 on Reinhardt’s Waleska campus. The registration form and $150 fee are due by July 15. reinhardt.edu/campnightingale.
Saying Thank You Members of Boy Scout Troop 3752 placed flags on the graves of soldiers at the Georgia National Cemetery for Memorial Day. During the opening program, Taps was played as each Scout placed a flag on every soldier’s grave. The ceremony was a way to thank the men and women who made sacrifices for the freedom of the United States. The troop meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Sixes United Methodist Church. www.troopwebhost.org/Troop3752Canton/
Top 10 Professionals to Watch
Cherokee’s rising stars are, front row from left: Kayla Cleveland, director victim witness, Office of the Cherokee County Solicitor-General; Jennifer Davo, owner-operator, Studio 5 Salon; Kristi Estes, owner, occupational therapist, In Harmony Pediatric Therapy; Dixie Williams, controller, Southeast Restoration Group of GA Inc. Back row, from left: Jennifer Reynolds, special education teacher and department chair, professional learning teacher leader, Cherokee County School District; Courtney Putnam, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, director, Center for Relational Care-Atlanta; Evan Ingram, community engagement coordinator, Goshen Valley Foundation; Jessica Helms, communications director, R&D Mechanical Services Inc.; Amy Hall, senior staff accountant, North GA CPA Services PC. Not pictured: Abby Roach, attorney-partner, Roach, Caudill & Gunn. 8
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The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce recently recognized the 2017 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,” Chamber President and CEO Pam Carnes said. The program focuses on Cherokee County residents under age 40 who are considered to be the county’s up and coming leaders during the next 10 years. The honorees, who will be under the age of 40 on Oct. 1, have been nominated for GeorgiaTrend magazine’s 40 Under 40 recognition.
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS ILLUSTRATION COURTESY OF FRANKLIN STREET
Dunkin’ Donuts, Waffle House Planned for Sixes Road A retail development at the corner of Sixes and Ridge roads is planned for development with a possible groundbreaking this fall and opening late spring 2018. Currently plans are to build a Dunkin’ Donuts and Waffle House at the location, with two other parcels - ranging from 1,200 to 8,400-square-feet available for restaurants or businesses. Justin Berryman, a representative of Franklin Street Real Estate Services, said the lower parcel facing Ridge Road will be marketed for a sit-down, family atmosphere restaurant with a rooftop patio and seating, with the top parcel facing the intersection of Ridge and Sixes roads geared toward retail concepts like a fitness center, juice bar or high-end nail salon and spa.
Chamber Donation Honors Teachers The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, in partnership with Sold by Julianne — Keller Williams Atlanta North, recently recognized retiring educators from the Cherokee County School District by donating $1,000 to the Sequoyah Regional Library System to purchase books for the county’s five library branches. The books will include a label recognizing all faculty, staff and administrators who retired during the 2016-17 school year. Each retiree will receive notification a book is being donated in their honor. Pam Carnes, left, president and CEO of the chamber, with Anita Summers, director of the Sequoyah Regional Library System and Julianne Rivera, Sold by Julianne Keller Williams Atlanta North. 10
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Free Meals for Qualified Students
The Cherokee County School District is partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Seamless Summer Option program to offer free meals to children this summer. Meals are available to youths age 18 and younger through July 21, Mondays through Fridays (exceptions noted below). All meals must be consumed on-site. The distribution sites and times are listed below. Almost one-third of Cherokee County students qualify for free or reduced-price meals during the school year. This program ensures children continue to have access to nutritious meals throughout the summer break. The program is funded by the USDA; no school district funds are spent. For more information, call 770-721-8419. • Canton Elementary School STEM Academy 712 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA Breakfast: 7:45-8 a.m. Lunch: 10:45-11 a.m. (Meals served July 10-14) • Cherokee High School 930 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA Breakfast: 7:45-8 a.m. Lunch: 10:45-11 a.m. (Meals served July 10-14) • YMCA Canton — G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA 151 Waleska St., Canton, GA Breakfast: 8:30-9 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m-noon. (No meals served July 4) • YMCA Woodstock — Cherokee Outdoor Family YMCA 201 E. Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock, GA Breakfast: 8:15-8:30 a.m. Lunch: noon-12:30 p.m. (No meals served July 4)
New hospital. Familiar Name.
Georgia’s newest hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, is now open. With the very best the medical world has to offer, it’s designed for patient comfort. That’s because we built it for you with patient needs as its foundation. See it now at NorthsideCherokee.com.
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Celebrating July birthdays at The Lodge at BridgeMill
From left: Ed Rosati, Marion Whaley, Rose Ann Swanson, Shirley Kirsch, Nancy Kelchner, Gordon Reagan, Margaret Farley, Helen Hall and Don Hall. Also celebrating are Hannalore Lucas and Bill Melphi. Camera shy: Lois Frank and Rose Turanin.
Jaylynn Recknagel
Age 10 on July 31 Happy Birthday JJ! We love you! Dad, Mom, RJ and Maddy
Madison Recknagel
Age 3 on June 10 Happy Birthday Maddy! We love you! Daddy, Mommy, RJ and Jaylynn
Taylor Tinley
Celebrating July 28 Happy Birthday, T! We love you! - B & E Happy 6th birthday
Sophia!
You are the light of our life! Love, Mom and Dad
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Happiest birthday wishes to our beautiful daughter, Amaris Smith. Age 15 on July 16 We love you so very much! Mom, Dad and Nick
Birthday wishes to Gary Mullet, who celebrated 80 years in June.
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Downtown Canton July 15
July 22
presented by the Canton Main Street Program, 5:30-10 p.m. 251 E. Marietta St., Canton. Food vendors will be available. Come early with your lawn chairs and blankets to reserve your spot. Bands include the DashCrackers at 5:30 p.m., John Michael Rose at 7 p.m. and TouchFire at 8:30 p.m.
for this month’s free family event, Movie in the Park in Brown Park, 251 E. Marietta St., Canton. Movie begins at sunset. The Aug. 26 showing will be “The Boss Baby.” Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions available. Arrive an hour before the movie starts for free face painting. Sponsored by Northside Hospital, Southern Outdoor Cinema, Covenant Christian Academy and the city of Canton.
“Lego Batman Movie” is the feature
Free Concert in Brown Park
FARMERS MARKET Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays in Cannon Park. Sponsored by the Canton Main Street program.
July 19
Beach reads is the theme for the July gathering of A Novel Idea, 7-9 p.m. at the Snug Gastro Pub, 190 E. Main St., Canton. 770-213-4814. Authors will be Terry Segal, Christopher Bundy, Mark Wallace McGuire, Susan Crawford, Carole Townsend, Susan Noel Sands and Shane Etter. On Aug. 16, for science fiction/fantasy night, the following authors will be present: Marilyn Baron, “The Vampire Next Door”; Scott Hawkins, “The Library at Mount Char”; Constance McKee, “The Girl in the Mirror”; Connie Lacy, “The Shade Ring”; Bryan Powell, “The Witch and The Wise Men” and Jim Hodgsen, “Dangerous Dan.”
Through July 26
Artist Members Show and Sale at the Cherokee Arts Center
gallery. Free and open to the public, featuring work by local artists. The center is 94 North St. 770-704-6244, www.cherokeearts.org.
Ongoing
Sunny Side Up: The Poultry Industry in Cherokee County is the current exhibit at the Cherokee County History Museum and Canton Visitors Center, 100 North St. Free and open to the public 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m Saturdays. www.rockbarn.org.
Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce July 18
A Candidate Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Cagle’s Family Farm at Conns Creek, 5267 Conns Creek Road, Ball Ground. All candidates running for office in 2017 (local, state and national) are invited to attend and each will have two minutes to speak if they have opposition. Questions from the audience will follow. Candidates with no opposition along with current elected officials will be introduced. Everyone will have time to meet and greet the candidates before and after the event. Homemade ice cream will be served by Boy Scout Troop #465. Soft Drinks, water and peanuts will be provided by Cherokee County Farm Bureau. Sponsored by the farm bureau, Cherokee Chamber and Cagle’s Family Farm. RSVP to 770-479-1481, ext. 0 or SFPahl@GFB.org.
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CPR/AED Training 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A representative from the
Ribbon Cuttings
1. Suntex Boat Club and Watersports
6986 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-331-2040, www.suntexwatersports.com
2. Life’s End Logistics LLC
6175 Hickory Flat Highway, Suite 110 #283, Canton 770-691-3500, www.lifesendlogistics.com
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Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will teach the class. Must be age 14 years to be certified. Cost: $41 (includes instruction, $20 and mandatory workbook, $21).
July 20
CPR/AED Training & First Aid Training 9 a.m.-3 p.m. A
representative from the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will teach the class. Must be age 14 to be certified. Cost: $66.
Power Hour 10-11 a.m. The hour of fast-paced networking includes fellow business leaders as well as chamber Chairman of the Board Bryan Reynolds and chamber President and CEO Pam Carnes. Cost: $5 for members; $10 future members, payable at the door.
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with These Cool Summertime Recipes Puppy Popsicles
If you’re like us, you don’t like to cook and heat up your kitchen in the middle of the summer. Well, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with some cool recipe ideas that include a yummy black bean salsa appetizer, a delicious tortellini salad, plenty of dessert options and even a frozen treat for Fido. And we didn’t forget to include a refreshing sparkling cocktail. Happy summer and enjoy!
LOGAN, ALM PUPPY EXTRAORDINAIRE
Don’t forget your favorite canine. We also love cool treats in the summertime.
Ingredients
• 1 4.25 ounce jar of pureed carrot baby food (or sweet potatoes) • 1 cup of beef broth
The Aroundabout Local Media Staff
Directions
Mix ingredients in a bowl. Pour mixture into an ice cube tray. This quantity will fill one 12-cube ice tray. Freeze until completely solid. Best served outside, since they can get messy as they melt.
Ice Cream Sandwich Trifle
JACKIE LOUDIN, MANAGING EDITOR
With only five ingredients, this recipe is super easy, but looks like you went to a lot of trouble. If you don’t want to bother cutting up the ice cream sandwiches, you can leave them whole and layer everything in a 9 x 11 casserole dish. Don’t bother reading the nutrition facts on any of the ingredients. It’s summertime − these calories are free!
Ingredients • • • • •
24 vanilla ice cream sandwiches, unwrapped Large container of Cool Whip, thawed 1 jar of hot fudge ice cream topping 1 jar of caramel ice cream topping 1/2 cup of crushed Heath Bars
Directions
Using a sharp knife (or serrated-edged knife), cut ice cream sandwiches into eighths. Layer pieces of ice cream sandwiches in the bottom of a trifle bowl, cover with hot fudge, caramel sauce and Cool Whip. Continue with layers, ending with a top layer of Cool Whip. Sprinkle the crushed Heath Bars on top. (You can substitute crushed nuts or your favorite cookies or candy.) Cover with foil and freeze at least 30 minutes before serving. 16
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Tortellini Salad KATHERINE AMICK, MARKET MANAGER
Ingredients • • • • • • •
1 package frozen cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled 1/2 cup swiss cheese, cut up into cubes 1/2 cup deli ham, cut up 1/4 cup peas, frozen and thawed 1/4 cup of green onions, chopped 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese Ranch dressing to taste
Directions
Mix together in large bowl and add ranch dressing to your liking then refrigerate until ready to serve. Always a crowd favorite!
Black Bean Salsa LAURA LATCHFORD, PAGE DESIGNER
Ingredients
• 2 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed • 1 14-ounce can corn, drained • 2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced • 1 large avocado, peeled and diced • 1 small onion, diced • 1/8 to 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar • 2 tablespoons lime juice • Salt and pepper
Directions
Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl. Cover and chill overnight. Taste and add salt, pepper or more lime juice as necessary. Serve with tortilla chips as an appetizer, or with grilled chicken breast as a meal.
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Squares CANDI HANNIGAN, EXECUTIVE EDITOR
This family favorite has become our go-to cake for birthday celebrations. It started as my son Drew’s choice that the others have adopted, but now it’s hard to keep it reserved for once-a-year occasions! It’s important to freeze after each step, so the layers stay separated. And I always double the recipe for the chocolate topping extra fudgey is always a good thing!
Ingredients • • • • • • • • •
30 cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed ¼ cup butter, melted Half-gallon mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened 1 5-ounce can evaporated milk ½ cup sugar 1 ½ (1-ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate 1 tablespoon butter 1 12-ounce carton Cool Whip, thawed 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions
Key Lime Pie
Combine cookies and ¼ cup butter. Press into a lightly greased 13-x9-x-2 inch pan, and freeze. Combine evaporated milk and next three ingredients in a small, heavy saucepan - consider doubling this part! Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly with a wire whisk. Cook, stirring constantly, 3-4 minutes or until mixture thickens. Cool to room temperature. Spread ice cream over the top of the cookie crumbs, and let freeze. Spread chocolate mixture over top of the ice cream, and freeze again. Top with Cool Whip and sprinkle pecans over top. Store in the freezer until about a half hour before serving.
CARLA CALDWELL, TITLE EDITOR
My daughters and I love this recipe for Key Lime Pie provided by Nellie & Joe’s Famous Key West Lime Juice. It is easy to make and hits the spot on a hot summer day. We also make it at other times during the year. The pie is smooth and cool, and not too tart or too sweet. For a yummy - and easy - topper, try Land O’Lakes’ new Sugar-Free Whipped Heavy Cream in a can.
White Peach Sangria PATTY PONDER, ALM PRESIDENT
Ingredients
Ingredients • • • •
• 1 750 bottle of sparkling wine like Cava or Prosecco, or a white wine like Riesling or pinot grigio • ¼ cup brandy or triple sec • 2-3 tablespoons sugar • 3-4 white peaches • Juice from 1 lemon
1 9-inch graham cracker pie shell. 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk 3 egg yolks (egg whites not used) ½ cup Nellie and Joe’s Key West Lime Juice
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Blend condensed milk, egg yolks and lime juice until smooth. Pour filling into pie shell. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to stand 10 minutes before refrigerating. (We leave the pie in the refrigerator for a couple of hours, if we can make it that long before slicing into it). Just before serving, top with whipped cream. Add lime slice garnish if desired.
Directions
Add brandy and lemon juice to the bottom of your pitcher. Cut up the peaches into cubes and add with ice. Top with Cava or Prosecco and serve immediately. You can add a little red wine at the bottom of the glass to give it a pink color. AROUND CANTON | July 2017
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Roots Run Deep
for Local Country Music Artist Thomas Fountain travels across the United States sharing his unique blend of country music, but home is where this Georgia boy’s heart is. He was the opening act for the inaugural concert at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater in Woodstock, has played concerts at Canton’s First Friday, headlined the BBQ & Brews Festival in Canton and entertained fans at the new SunTrust Park. Fountain opens up about the importance of roots and hometown support with Aroundabout Local Media.
How do your Georgia roots influence the songs you write?
I was actually born and raised in a beautiful area just north of Canton in Jasper. I moved to the Canton area shortly after college. My roots and upbringing have definitely shaped my songwriting, especially the last few years. Through trials and tribulations, people seem to fall back on what they know for support. For me that was my family, my faith and the way I grew up. Funny you mentioned roots, because that’s exactly what I got back to. The older I’ve gotten the more proud I’ve become of my roots. I can see now how they have shaped me and how blessed I am. You see more of “me” now in my songwriting than ever.
What kind of stories do you want to tell with your music?
Country radio has taken such a different turn the last 10 years or so. It’s now so market-driven, gearing toward a specific audience. With that being said, a lot of the kind of country I grew up on never makes it to radio. But I still believe real country music should be about stories. Those stories should be relatable to everyone’s life of all ages. I want to tell stories that people may shy away from. I’ve learned that if I’ve been through it, chances are someone else has, too. By doing that, I’ve been able to help people through my songs. For me that is extremely gratifying.
Who has supported and encouraged you musically?
I have found support and encouragement in the strangest ways. The fans seem to be my biggest support and motivators. Some of them have even turned into part of our team. I also get a lot of encouragement from people who tell me stories of how my songs have helped them. When you get that feeling of how a song you wrote has helped people in their personal lives, it is very powerful. It strikes a fire in me to write, write, write and to record more music. I have a very loving family as well. None of them are involved in music so it’s easy to get lost in all the craziness, but they’ve been great.
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Georgia has produced some of the industry’s biggest country artists. Why do you think that is?
That is true, but Georgia has such a rich culture of music of all genres. Otis Redding, Ray Charles and the Allman Brothers immediately come to mind. It’s such a diverse state musically, which sets it apart. I think growing up as a musician in Georgia it helps people with originality. If you’re from Georgia and a country artist, chances are you were probably raised on the Allman Brothers as well. It just makes people unique and original. But yes, Georgia seems to have owned the country music world as far as big name artists. Travis Tritt, Alan Jackson, Trisha Yearwood, and current artists like Luke Bryan, Billy Currington, and so many more. It really is crazy to think about. Just something about being the South I guess. What advice would you give to young singers and musicians? I see so many new artists just trying to play or sound like what they hear on the radio. They write the same way, sing the same way, dress the same way, etc. They put so much work and effort into something that has already been done over and over again. The important people in this industry don’t look for the same thing, they want originality. Something new, something fresh. Music comes and goes in cycles, and swings like a pendulum. You are seeing that pendulum swing back in the form of
Chris Stapleton and other country/Americana/roots rock type artists. Eventually people are going to want to hear “real stories.” They want to relate. I would say just be original, don’t be afraid to write from the heart, and surround yourself with hard-working people you can trust.
After traveling, what is it like to play in front of a hometown crowd?
It’s such a great feeling. Seeing people I haven’t seen in years is my favorite part. We reconnect because they’ve become a fan of my music. People maybe I haven’t seen since high school. But they’re able to keep track of me and any success through my music. They seem to be proud of their hometown boy. That puts a responsibility on me that I feel honored to bear. When you have people rooting for you because you represent them and their way of life, it’s an amazing feeling. It empowers me and makes me want to keep pushing. This industry is the hardest thing I’ve encountered in my life. It will eat you up and spit you out. I need those people more than they will ever realize. What’s next for Thomas Fountain? Oh, this will be our biggest year yet. I am in the studio right now recording my second album full of “real stories.” It is slated to be released in the next few months with a CD release right here in Cherokee Country. We have shows booked in five or six states already and more are being added. We played in the new SunTrust Park in June for Braves Country Day with Jake Owen, which was pretty exciting. We also get to share the stage with some other incredible big-name artists this year, which I can’t say at this time. But it’s going to be a great year for me and the band. Cherokee County has been so good to us, and I hope they’ll continue to do so.
AWARDS 2014 Georgia Country Overall Artist of the Year 2014 Georgia Country Male Artist of the Year
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The Civil Consequences of DUI BY ROBERT TIDWELL
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is arguably the greatest threat on our Cherokee County roads, and DUI arrests increase during the summer, for some reason. Maybe it’s the cookouts, late evenings or pool parties. This subject hits close to home for me because my wife and daughter were struck by a DUI driver a few years ago, totaling our new SUV. Thankfully, they were not seriously hurt, but there is no getting around the fact that lives can change in the blink of an eye because someone chose to drink and drive. When considering the consequences of DUI, most people think of the criminal charges a person will face if they are caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, if you cause a wreck and injure someone while driving under the influence, the consequences may not end when the criminal case is over. When a person negligently causes a wreck, he or she is legally responsible for the medical expenses, and pain and suffering caused by the wreck. These expenses fall within a category of damages the law calls “compensatory damages,” which are designed to compensate the injured person for their loss. However, Georgia law also allows for an additional measure of damages to be imposed in a civil trial under certain circumstances. O.C.G.A. § 51-12-5.1 allows for the imposition of punitive damages when the wrongdoer’s actions demonstrate, among other things, a “conscious indifference to the consequences.” Georgia courts have
held that injuries caused by a driver under the influence fall within this category, allowing the jury to impose punitive damages. Unlike compensatory damages, punitive damages are designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter him or her from engaging in this behavior again. When imposing punitive damages against a person who causes an injury while driving under the influence, there is literally no limit to the amount the jury may impose. Furthermore, some auto liability insurance policies do not cover punitive damages, meaning the wrongdoer will have to pay out of pocket. I have actually had people tell me, “if that happens to me, I’ll just file for bankruptcy.” You can imagine their surprise when I informed them that jury verdicts, including punitive damages, arising from injuries caused while DUI cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. That means they are stuck with this debt until it is paid! In this age of Uber and Lyft, it is too easy to get around without placing others at risk of injury. If the idea of injuring someone else and/or facing criminal charges is not incentive enough to avoid drinking and driving, hopefully the potential of owing hundreds of thousands of dollars will do the trick.
Robert Tidwell is a personal injury trial lawyer at Tidwell Strimban, LLC in Woodstock, where he lives with his bride Lori, and their two daughters. www.thetidwellfirm.com
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Councilman Get Figgy With It! BY BILL GRANT
Welcome to summer in Canton — one of the most interesting and charming small towns in the U.S., according to a recent travel blog. I couldn’t agree more, and I originally ran for City Council to help move Canton forward. This fall, I will have the honor and privilege to seek re-election in my efforts to help maintain our progress, enhance economic development and improve the quality of life for all citizens. So many projects are in process, while others have been completed, such as the new Northside Hospital Cherokee. A contractor soon will be selected for the complete restoration of the historic Jones Mercantile, and new restaurants and shops continue to open and expand in downtown and throughout the city. Our First Friday events grow larger every month, and the Canton Farmers Market is bigger and better, with more than 50 local farmers and purveyors every Saturday in Cannon Park. The city has rolled out an exciting new brand campaign, and the word is spreading: Canton is vibrant, active and connected. I am so proud of our accomplishments and appreciate all of our elected officials, city staff, community volunteers and, most of all, our residents who represent the best of Canton on a daily basis as a welcoming, open-minded and optimistic place to live, work and play. While the fruits of our labor continue to grow, so does the local produce with warm days and nourishing rains. Hopefully, we will avoid any drought conditions this summer, resulting in a bounty of local fruits and vegetables. I get excited just thinking about the homegrown tomatoes, peaches, okra and other delicious produce; this is, by far, my favorite time of the year for seasonal cooking. While I regularly shop the Canton Farmers Market for local ingredients, there is nothing more rewarding than picking produce from your own backyard. At One Britt, we have a small, raised bed for tomatoes, peppers and smaller produce, but there are two to three weeks every summer when our fig tree delivers one of the season’s sweetest delights. I planted our fig tree when I moved into the house in 1997, and now I have to prune it extensively to keep it from growing out of control. continued on page 63 Bill Grant is a Canton city councilman and mayor pro tem. He is also president and chief creative officer of Grant Design Collaborative in downtown Canton.
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Rosemary Fig Tart
with Mascarpone and Goat Cheese Crust:
• 1/2 cup butter, room temperature • 1/4 cup sugar • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 cup all purpose flour • 1 tablespoon rosemary, finely chopped • 1 large egg yolk
Filling:
• 8 ripe figs, halved • 3 tablespoons brown sugar • 2-3 rosemary sprigs • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature • 4 ounces goat cheese, room temperature • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt • 1 tablespoon sugar • 3 tablespoons local honey To make the crust, cream the butter and sugar together in a stand mixer with paddle attachment until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides a few times. Add flour and rosemary, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Add the egg yolk and continue mixing on low until the dough comes together, around 30 seconds. Do not overmix, or the dough will be tough. Form the dough into a disk, place in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let soften until pliable. Use a rolling pin to flatten to 1/2 inch rectangle shape for a 13 inch by 4 inch tart pan, or a 10 inch round pan, with removable bottom. Flour the work surface well to avoid sticking, and sprinkle a little more flour on top of the dough. Roll the dough to a ¼ inch thickness in the shape of the tart pan. If the dough tears, just press it together in the pan. Lift the dough over the rolling pin and place in the tart pan, pinching together to patch any holes. Press the dough into sides, corners and bottom, and roll the rolling pin over the top of the pan to cut for a clean edge. Refrigerate the dough in the pan for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350. Bake on the center rack for 30-35 minutes until golden. Let cool completely before filling, and then remove the tart ring from the sides. To make the filling, halve and remove stems from the figs, and place cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle brown sugar on each fig, and top with a few rosemary leaves. Broil until the sugar has caramelized, checking often so they don’t burn, around 5 minutes. Whip the mascarpone, goat cheese and sugar in a stand mixer with paddle attachment until light and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Add yogurt and honey, mixing until smooth. Fill the cooled tart shell with filling and top with caramelized figs. Refrigerate the tart for 30-45 minutes before serving.
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hen Director Kelly Williams talks about the benefits of Sunbrook Academy, she can knowledgeably discuss the curriculum, safety measures and culture of the Woodstock academy. But Kelly’s personal experiences with Sunbrook may resonate as much with moms looking for quality care and education for their infants to toddlers. The mother of three was pregnant with her daughter, who is now 18 years old, when she first started working for Sunbrook. Her daughter also is an alum of the academy, as is her youngest daughter. “My 9-year-old lives and breathes for Sunbrook Academy. She would wear a Sunbrook T-shirt every day of the week if I let her,” Williams said. Sunbrook’s newest childcare center - the ninth in Georgia recently opened in Woodstock in a completely remodeled and fresh facility that’s equipped with in-depth safety and security measures. • A keypad door entry system requires every visitor to enter a code to enter the building. • A state-of-the-art clocking inand-out system has a unique code for each family member who has access to the building. • Closed-circuit camera recording system allows staff to monitor what’s happening in each classroom at all times. • ZONOsanitech Sanitation system offers continuous all-day sanitizing of classroom materials. • Daily KidReports let parents know what their child did at school each day.
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The Ascend Curriculum is formatted to thoroughly prepare each child to enter school. The thematic curriculum allows teachers to individualize lessons based on each child’s development. Parents receive daily progress reports through the KidReports app at the end of the day. Along with the curriculum, updates are given on meals, diapering and naps. Additional programs that tie into the Ascend Curriculum help Sunbrook stand out in the childcare industry. • KIND CHILD CULTURE: Teachers model kindness for the children because staff members believe children learn to be kind, treat others well, and are respectful, giving and thoughtful when they experience these traits firsthand. It’s a culture in the entire school and not a curriculum. • PREK PLUS: Promotes an active participation in distinctive programs such as BOB Reader Books®, Hands-On Science Discovery and Lego® Smart Engineering. • HANDWRITING WITHOUT TEARS: Children are taught how to hold a pencil, the basics of letterforms, the blending of sounds and how to write their names. • LITERACY: Focuses on recognizing and understanding sounds, developing speech, reading books and practicing answering open-ended questions. • MATH: Children work on basic counting, addition and subtraction, handwriting numbers and learn the value of money. • BABY SIGNS: Studies show that babies who use sign language develop speech sooner and have larger vocabularies when they start to talk. Babies are taught signs for terms such as “please,” “thank you,” “more” and “finished.” • ZOO-PHONICS: Children learn three letters each month, work on letter sounds and how to write them. • HANDS-ON SCIENCE: Children are engaged through a hands-on process. Nutrition is another special feature at Sunbrook. The Food for Thought program offers only fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, whole grain pastas and brown rice, prepared daily by an onsite chef. Another measure of quality is the enrollment of Sunbrook Academy into the state’s Quality Rated Program. It’s an optional program Sunbrook chose to obtain a rating that further assures parents of the Sunbrook commitment to excellence. Before Williams became the Woodstock campus director, she worked for a Sunbrook Academy in Cobb County, which received a two-star rating, out of three stars. “Of the 361 centers in Cobb, only 21 went through the process and nine received two or three stars,” Kelly said. “Quality is important, and we go above and beyond to prove it.” The brand promise of Sunbrook Academy and Cadence Education, the parent company, is to “provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home.” Sponsored Content
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of view would make them feel uneasy or lost. So, they doggedly cling to that point of view and do things the same way as they always have, even though it no longer makes any sense for their financial present or future. In this case, emotion is simply overriding logic. What about those who treat revolving debt nonchalantly? Some people treat a credit card purchase like a cash purchase — or, worse yet, they adopt a psychology in which buying something with a credit card feels like they are “getting it for free.” A kind of euphoria can set in: They have that dining room set or that ATV in their possession now; they can deal with paying it off tomorrow. This blissful ignorance (or dismissal) of the real cost of borrowing can dig a household deeper and deeper into debt, to the point where drawing down savings may be the only way to wipe it out. How about those who put off important financial decisions? Postponing a retirement or estate planning decision does not always reflect caution or contemplation. Sometimes, it reflects a lack of knowledge or confidence. Worry and fear are the emotions clouding the picture. What clears things up? What makes these decisions easier? Communication with professionals. When the investor or saver recognizes a lack of understanding, shares his or her need to know with a financial professional, and asks for assistance, certainty can replace ambiguity. Emotions can keep people from doing the right things with their money — or lead them to keep doing the wrong things. As you save, invest and plan for your future, try to let logic rule. Years from now, you may be thankful you did. continued on page 63 Don Akridge is president of Citadel Professional Services, LLC, an independent firm, founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. 770-952-6707.
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Faith
It’s Camp Meeting Time!
Cherokee’s 178-year tradition is thriving. It is an oasis of green space in north Cherokee, east of Canton and 1 mile south of busy Ga. 20, toward Cumming. More accurately, it is a 40-acre, heavily shaded link to the past. Each summer since 1839, the faithful ignore the heat and make the pilgrimage to the Holbrook Campground for a 10-day outdoor revival. Just across the street from Macedonia United Methodist Church is an openair arbor on a wooded lot where visiting pastors deliver nightly sermons. The arbor is surrounded by a circle of 75 cabins, known as “tents,” ranging from small buildings with sawdust floors and no bathrooms to air-conditioned cottages with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Children ride their bikes or swing on tire swings on the property while the adults, often several generations of families, relax in rockers and porch swings after home-cooked meals. It’s a tradition that’s repeated at historic sites, some 200 years old, across North Georgia this time of year. Camp meetings have played an important role in the history of Methodism. In the early church, there was typically only one preacher, known as a circuit rider, to serve various congregations. For many years at camp meeting, the preacher’s only compensation was board for himself and his horse. Collections were not taken. Holbrook got its start when Jesse Holbrook, a blacksmith, received 40 acres of land in exchange for shodding a man’s horse. He donated the property to the Methodist Conference to be used as a campground, and the first services were held in the open under the trees. The first arbor built was too small, and a second one that took its place was damaged in a storm in 1889. The current structure was built in 1890. Camp meetings were traditionally a time of repentance, revival and reconnecting with God and neighbors. Generations later, worshippers no longer tie their cows to horse-drawn wagons to make the journey to camp meeting. In many cases, the campgrounds are surrounded by upscale neighborhoods and pricey retail centers. And, most camp meetings have their own websites. Virtually everything surrounding these campgrounds has changed dramatically since their inception. But, the message, and the purpose Front porch of a cabin. for gathering, remains the same. 26
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Worship time at Lumpkin Campground.
Here’s a listing of some camp meetings in North Georgia:
Holbrook, 2415 Holbrook Campground Road, has an Alpharetta address, but is located in Cherokee County. July 14-23. With guest ministers Dr. Scott Gilbert from Concord Baptist Church in Cumming and Dr. Jeff Ross, senior pastor of Cumming First United Methodist Church. Song leader will be the Rev. Newt Hendrix, recently retired pastor of New Hope United Methodist Church in Marietta. Daily worship is held at 11 a.m., and 3 and 8 p.m. www.holbrookcampmeeting.com Marietta, 2301 Roswell Road, Marietta, across from East Cobb United Methodist. July 14-23, in its 180th year. Preachers for the daily services are Dr. Charles Sineath, Dr. Ike Reighard, Terry King, the Rev. Nanci Hicks, Michael Mozley, Dr. Victor Bledsoe, the Rev. Keith Cox and the Rev. Justin Holcomb. Ice cream social at 9:30 p.m. July 18. www.mariettacampmeeting.org. Salem, 3940 Salem Road, Covington, was founded in 1828. July 14-21. Featuring guest speakers Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson, the Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb and the Rev. Dr. Jason Dees. www.salemcampmeeting.org. Lumpkin, 105 Lumpkin Campground Road, Dawsonville. July 24-30, for the 184th year. Pastor’s names not announced at press time. www.lumpkincampground.org. Pine Log, part of Pine Log United Methodist Church at 3497 Pine Log Road, Rydal. July 23-29. Pastor’s names not announced at press time. www.pinelogumc.com.
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Striking a Balance with Proposed House Bill BY SCOT TURNER
The Supreme Court recently issued a ruling in a case called Nelson v. Colorado that indirectly opens up new questions on the topic of Civil Asset Forfeiture (CAF), the practice of the government seizing assets suspected of being used in criminal activity. In Georgia, it is possible that someone could have their assets seized without being charged with a crime; the law specifically states that if you are found not guilty of a crime, then the state can still keep your property. This is where the ruling in Nelson v. Colorado makes things interesting for Georgia’s CAF law. n the Colorado case, a couple was found guilty of a crime and charged thousands of dollars in court fees and fines. They paid the fines, which were a result of a guilty verdict, and appealed the case. When they won the appeal, they asked the state to refund the monies that had been paid as part of the punishment for the crime. The state required them to sue to get their money back. The Supreme Court ruled that once the defendants were ruled not guilty that they should never have been charged fines and fees. Further, the Court stated a defendant that is found not guilty of a crime should not have to jump through additional hoops to get his or her money back. Because Georgia specifically does not require a conviction to take property from a defendant, the parallels with the
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Colorado case are obvious. I believe the Supreme Court has been looking for a case to strike down CAF laws that do not follow the strictest legal standard before defendants can be punished by way of taking permanent possession of their property. The Colorado case is probably just the beginning of the end of Civil Asset Forfeiture without a conviction. Meanwhile, I have been gathering support for House Bill 505 that would require a conviction in CAF cases in Georgia. HB 505 would not change what law enforcement does today, as it still allows for property to be seized that is suspected of being used in a criminal enterprise. However, before the state can take permanent possession of that property, the owner must be found guilty of a crime, otherwise the state has to return the property to its owner. I believe this strikes an appropriate balance between public safety and protecting the Constitutional right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.
Scot Turner is a small business owner and the State House Representative for District 21. He can be reached at 678-576-2644 or www.facebook.com/turnerforhouse.
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Saluting Katelyn
A Photograph has Opened Doors for Woodstock Teen Editor’s Note: Darleen Prem shares photos of Woodstock events with our magazine on a regular basis. When we saw this compelling photo of a young girl, obviously emotional during the city’s Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony honoring fallen officers, we dug a little deeper to find out what moved her that day. Apparently, the photo not only got our attention, but that of Cherokee County Sheriff Frank Reynolds. BY CANDI HANNIGAN
Curtis and Cathy Kramer, their sons Will and Austin, and niece Katelyn Gann were enjoying dinner in downtown Woodstock when they decided to attend the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony at The Park at City Center. It was a moving ceremony that brought emotions to the surface, with bagpipes and trumpet sounding a solemn tribute to fallen officers. “At one point, they said if you’d like to stand up, you can. Members of the military or police, active or retired, you can stand up,” Curtis said. “I looked over at my wife and she’s crying, I was choking up, my niece was crying. Then I looked again
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The original photo that captured so much attention.
and saw Katelyn standing up at full salute.” It was an automatic response for Katelyn, a rising junior at Woodstock High School and member of the ROTC. “I’m looking at all the officers and watching the color guard. The service started and I was kinda getting emotional. Then they played the bagpipes and had the officers line up. They finished with the roll call of the fallen officers, and had all the officers salute. I was blubbering like a baby. I looked at all the officers saluting, and I just stood up and saluted. It was the right thing to do.” Curtis wasn’t the only one to notice Katelyn’s patriotic act. As the family was leaving the ceremony, Ken Ball, chief deputy of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department, approached Katelyn and asked if he could give her a hug. Ball told her that he had been doing well keeping his emotions in check until he saw Katelyn’s emotional salute, and thanked the family for their support. Another officer stopped them on the way out and gave Katelyn a SWAT team challenge coin. Katelyn said her Aunt Cathy explained this was significant
because officers carry coins for a number of reasons, including sentimental attachments or for good luck. That was just the beginning. When Woodstock photographer Darleen Prem posted the photo on Facebook, asking if anyone knew the young lady saluting, Cathy Kramer responded with Katelyn’s name. “That next morning, my uncle knocked on my door and said, you’re famous! Your picture is all over Facebook,” Katelyn said. A few days later, a sheriff’s deputy visited Woodstock High School with a copy of the photo to help him locate her. Katelyn’s ROTC instructor, Gunnery Sgt. Keith Myrick, happened to be in the school
Katelyn’s coin collection.
Let’s join Katelyn and her family at the next Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony, which is tentatively planned for 7 p.m. May 14, 2018, at The Park at City Center in downtown Woodstock. Visit www.woodstockga.gov for updates.
Another of Katelyn’s favorite memories from her meeting with Sheriff Reynolds.
Sheriff Reynolds with Katelyn, her cousin Will and uncle Curtis, and Chief Deputy Ken Ball. PHOTOS COURTESY OF DARLEEN PREM PHOTOGRAPHY
office when the deputy arrived and was able to take him to Katelyn’s classroom. The deputy was there to invite Katelyn and her family to a special ceremony and presentation by Cherokee County Sheriff Frank Reynolds. During the presentation, Reynolds gave her a framed photo of her saluting in the park, which he had signed. While Katelyn and the sheriff were talking, Curtis mentioned to the sheriff’s assistant that Katelyn loves animals and thought about becoming a K-9 officer. After a few phone calls, Katelyn was surprised with a visit from two K-9 police officers. All of this happened because she stood up and saluted, doing what her heart told her to do, Curtis said. Before this experience Katelyn wasn’t sure if she wanted to pursue a law career or join the military and then become a K-9 officer. Now, she said, there’s no question in her mind. And she is well on her way, having recently ranked No. 1 at Woodstock High in air rifle. Leadership camp is on the agenda this summer, another activity to bring her closer to her goal of becoming an officer. Katelyn credits her aunt and uncle, who’ve had guardianship of her for two years, for encouraging her to follow her heart and join ROTC when she started high school. “They have had a big influence on me. I probably wouldn’t have done any of this if I weren’t in ROTC,” she said. The patriotic teen has a few important messages to share. Support public servants: “I actually want to take this opportunity and reach out to our Woodstock community and ask them to show their support,” she said, a reaction to the small number of citizens who attended the memorial ceremony. “I love Woodstock because we’re such a close community, and I thought there would be more of a turnout. Next time, be sure to show up and show your support.” Don’t give up on millennials: “This young girl comes from the millennial age that a lot of people think are babied too much, that we live on our phones, that we’re rude to our elders. While some of that is true, I want to be an example that it isn’t always true. I wanted to show my support and get other people to show theirs.”
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IMPACT for Life
Toddlers, Teens and Adults Benefit at Cherokee Soccer Association hosting 3,700 participants annually. The club has 14 employees and more than 200 coaches, volunteers and employees. The organization serves Woodstock, Holly Springs, Canton and Jasper, and has multiple venues conveniently spread throughout the county: Badger Creek Park, Etowah River Park, Sixes Elementary, Church of the Messiah, Dupree Park, Macedonia Las Palmas, Veterans Park, Hobgood Park, Sequoyah Park, Canton Indoor and Boling Park.
SPROUTS / HELEN GRAS
PRE-ACADEMY / JASON BISHOP
“Sprouts Soccer is Impact’s introductory parent-child program for players ages two through four. Sprouts is focused on fun and individual growth. The program emphasizes five key soccer skills (no hands, dribbling, stopping, scoring and guarding) through imaginative, developmentally-appropriate activities led by some of the league’s top coaches. In addition to being seasoned soccer players, Sprouts coaches are specifically trained to engage parents and players in the growth process, encouraging familial bonds through the love of soccer. Sprouts families gather once per week for a 5-minute session consisting of stretches, warm up games, skill-building activities and a 10-minute scrimmage. The fall 2017 season will be open to players born in 2014.”
RECREATIONAL SOCCER / JOHN MURNAN
“The Cherokee Impact Recreational program provides children from 4-19 years old the opportunity to play soccer in a child-friendly, developmentally appropriate environment. We emphasize the development of individual skills in all players so that they can gain confidence to play and enjoy the game. Our coaches and parents are given training in how to help their children grow as soccer players and people. Our parent/coach behavior program Cheer Don’t Steer helps reduce the pressure on kids during games that is often seen in youth sports and helps everyone enjoy the experience more.” 32
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Middle School Leagues In its 14th year, the league gives middle school students in Cherokee and surrounding counties an option to play under the banner of their school.
“We train children 8 and under on advanced skills and ball control using games and activities targeting their ageappropriate mindset. Our mission is to have the players proficient in ball handling and body movement for the Academy programs. We have a 98 percent success rate in our players making an Academy travel team. All of our coaches are licensed in the appropriate training style for U8 players.”
SELECT, ACADEMY / ALEX PAMA
“Player development always comes first in the academy and select divisions, our most competitive programs. Testimony to this is that several of our boys have been identified by Major League Soccer’s Atlanta United FC. This year, all the juniors of the 99/00 Elite girls team have received interest from colleges. Almost all of them have already made a verbal commitment to play in college for a total scholarship sum in excess of $350,000. In the past two years, several of our boys also joined different universities around the Southeast. This is remarkable since Impact does not join the far distance travel competitions because it wants to keep the cost to the parents and players to an absolute minimum. It’s truly a compliment to the program and its coaching staff that so many players move on to the next level of competition.”
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he Cherokee Soccer Association (CSA Impact Soccer) is a fixture in Cherokee County; the nonprofit was started in 1971 to offer various levels of sports training and lifeshaping opportunities for youth and adults. That longevity makes CSA one of the oldest soccer organizations in the state of Georgia, according to Executive Director Shane Moore. While the primary focus is soccer, the club is training youth and giving adults a place to continue playing soccer well into their senior years. “Studies show that youth who participate in “...youth who participate in soccer over time develop soccer over time develop a high level of decisiona high level of decisionmaking abilities found in making abilities...” high-level adult leaders and heads of companies,” Moore said. “The speed and strength of an athlete slow over time, but the mind of a soccer player and their intelligence last forever.” CSA offers multiple programs for all ages and skill levels,
TOPSoccer This community based training and team placement program is for athletes ages 8-18 with special needs. The eight-week sessions provide meaningful learning, development and physical participation opportunities. The emphasis is on development, training and meaningful participation rather than competition. Youth Foundation While CSA primarily impacts youth and their families through soccer, a foundation was formed to extend that reach to those in need in the community through partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, churches and individuals to reach all parts of the Cherokee community. Annual Events Club athletes and their families have opportunities to compete, have fun and participate in events organized for the nonprofit. The Atlanta College Showcase is in January, followed by the Puma Turf Cup in February, Butcher to Butcher 5K in April and the Impact Premier Cup in November. Kim Bishop organizes the events. The Club’s Future “CSA has experienced major growth over the past four years. We’re on track to continue that progress by offering opportunities and life-lessons to our youth and enhancing and multiplying our facilities,” Moore said. “Our goal is to serve our great and fast-growing community with a quality sports club. “
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Office hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. M-Th www.csaimpact.com www.facebook.com/csaimpact
Sprouts (ages 3-4)* Recreational (ages 5-19)* Pre-Academy (ages 5-8) Select (ages 13-20) College Selection (ages 14-18) *Sprouts and Recreational Academy (ages 8-12) programs have a waiting Adult (ages 18-80) list each season.
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Caring
in the Community Bus Stop with a Cop is a community outreach event focused on building relationships with the students and parents of the Canton community. The event takes place at a bus drop-off point after school. Officers interact with school children and provide plenty of fun, games and food. The purpose and goal is for police officers to build trust and positive relationships with children in our community. Additionally, the police department’s mind-set is for young people to not be scared of officers, but to know men and women in uniform are here to help everyone in the community, and will be there for their families in a time of need. The police department plans to continue this important program once a month through the 2017-18 school year at various bus stops in every segment of the city. “We are extremely excited about this outreach partnership with the Cherokee County School District,” Chief Mark J. Mitchell said. “Just like our Read with a Cop and Partnership for Mentorship
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programs, we believe it is vitally important for our officers to connect, engage and build trusting relationships with the diverse group of students in our schools and community. Our organization feels this is a critical part of our community policing philosophy and will allow this agency the opportunity to cultivate an atmosphere of valuable trust with those we serve.” Check CantonGeorgia PD on Facebook for more photos and updates.
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Rob’s Rescues
This dog’s name is Flossie. She came as a stray and is a Labrador mix. She is super fast, strong and quick. She is 2 years old and likes other dogs, cats and children. She would probably be a good guard dog. She is interested in things and is super sweet, and will make an amazing pet. This is kitten season! Come in the shelter and get a lot of kittens. Adult cats are free right now. So come on in and get your kittens. They are cute but not very smart.
I interviewed Ms. Mary EuDaly and her dog Angel, who is a three-legged dog from Egypt, and Ms. Lindsay Hayes a teacher at High Point Elementary School in Sandy Springs.
Mary EuDaly
How old is Angel and what kind of dog is she? 10 years old, cross shepherd.
Do you have other pets?
Three other dogs, all rescues.
Where did Angel come from?
Tanya from Second Life Atlanta (see interview in March 2017 TowneLaker) brought her back from Egypt. She was a Cairo street dog and had been hit by a truck. She was in the Egyptian Society for Mercy to Animals (ESMA) for four years.
How did you start therapy work with Angel?
What would make a good therapy dog? Therapy dogs have to like all people and get along with other dogs. They have to pass the Canine Good Citizens test and be able to tolerate noisy and quite chaotic situations.
What does Angel like to do most?
She loves to be petted and loves to be with people. She likes to play with one of my other dogs.
What can I do to help you?
Encourage people who have potentially good therapy dogs to go through the program at Happy Tails (www.happytailspets.org). There is a lot of demand for therapy dogs.
Do you have any advice for me?
Keep on doing what you are doing. Keep telling the stories behind rescue dogs.
Lindsay Hayes
What were your first thoughts about bringing a dog into your classroom?
I thought it was an amazing idea. It is a great motivator for kids who are reluctant to read, as dogs are a perfect audience.
What advantage does it give to have a dog here?
The kids develop confidence. It is a safe environment, and they can make mistakes without being judged.
What do the kids like about Angel? They all want to read to Angel. They feel special getting to read with her.
What do you like about Angel?
I like seeing my kids get excited about reading. Having Angel here is a wonderful incentive for them. They want to be great readers for Angel!
I met Angel at Second Life Atlanta and fostered her. I saw how she loves people and how good she is with children. She has such a story to tell! People are inspired by Angel. She has so much love but has been through so much hardship.
Why does Angel only have three legs? She was hit by a truck in Cairo and taken to the ESMA. The leg was badly mangled and stuck out behind her. She remained like this for four years in Cairo, and it was amputated when she came to the USA.
What do the kids like best about Angel? They like to see a dog at school, and they like to pet her.
What is Angel’s best ability? Giving unconditional love.
Rob, Angel, Ms. Mary EuDaly and Ms. Lindsey Hayes, who teachs at High Point Elementary School.
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Rob, Angel and Ms. Mary EuDaly in a reading session at High Point Elementary School.
I’m Rob Macmillan and I’m on a mission to help shelter dogs and cats. These animals are at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at 1015 Univeter Road, Canton. Contact me at robsrescues@gmail.com.
80-year-old Carl Brown Wins League Batting Title BY MIKE CARRIGAN
Baseball talent runs in Carl Brown’s family. At 80 years old, Brown is a stellar outfielder and hitter. His brother, Ralph ‘Country’ Brown, was a star player for the Atlanta Crackers (194752) and a 1993 Georgia Sports Hall of Fame inductee. The Crackers were Atlanta’s popular professional baseball team prior to the Braves’ move from Milwaukee in 1966. Carl Brown is a leadoff hitter for LGE Community Credit Union in the Cherokee Senior Softball Association’s Legend League (CSSA). He hit .750 last season, going 27 for 36, and claimed the league’s coveted batting title. He has been a member of the CSSA for 18 years and is one of the Legend League’s oldest players. “The only thing I love more than senior softball is my wife of 60 years, Shirley, and our family,” Brown said.
Carl Brown
CSSA has been playing senior softball at Hobgood Park for 22 years. With more than 375 players ranging in age from 49 to 80-plus, CSSA is one of the oldest and largest senior softball organizations in the Southeast. The 30 teams are divided into six leagues of equal talent. Games are played Monday mornings, Tuesday nights, Wednesday mornings and evenings. At 6 p.m. July 11 and 18, CSSA will conduct evaluations at Hobgood Park for new players. CSSA welcomes all players, regardless of skill level, who are age 50 or older during the calendar year. For more information, please go to www.cssasoftball.org or contact Dewey Hom at 404-923-4939.
Mike Carrigan is 70 years young, a CSSA player and chief umpire.
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Back-to-School Shopping Made Easy
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oted favorite boutique in the 2017 Readers’ Choice by TowneLaker and Around Woodstock readers, Brooklynn’s is continuing to grow. The popular boutique is scheduled to celebrate the grand opening of a new store in the Mall of Georgia, and owner Jodi Tiberio says it’s all because of the community. “We are so grateful for the support that we’ve received from our community. It’s the reason we’ve able to expand and experience such growth.” The team at Brooklynn’s is gearing up to make sure they have everything you need for your back-to-school wardrobe. You can find the styles you’re looking for without the hassle of navigating a large department store. Whether you’ll be hitting the books this fall or gearing up for carpool, the staff at Brooklynn’s is ready to help you look your best with personalized service and the newest trends.
What to Look For
Brooklynn’s has done the research for you. Find everything you need to put together your back-to-school look. Denim. The hottest denim styles will be available at Brooklynn’s beginning July 17. There will be lots of new looks to choose from for back-to-school. Comfy Activewear. Check out the new High Energy Collection which showcases tops in bamboo fabrics, cool new leggings, hoodies and comfortable athletic-style shoes. Dresses. Fall florals and solid-colored dresses in soft, comfortable fabrics will take you to the top of the class. Tops. Crushed velvet tops in solids and floral patterns are must-haves this season. Color. Brooklynn’s carries all the new fall colors: vintage blush, olive moss, washed denim, hunter green and sangria. Don’t forget to represent your school and favorite team with a new college game-day outfit in your team’s colors!
The best way to keep up with the latest deals and trends is to connect with Brooklynn’s on social media. Follow on Instagram and Snapchat at @shopbrooklynns. Also, shout out to Brooklynn’s favorite sheepadoodle and fur friend, Addison. (Check her out on Instagram at @sheepish_addie.) To receive messages about extra special deals at your favorite Brooklynn’s location, become a VIP by texting the following: Downtown Woodstock: BROOKDT to 555-888 Town Center Mall, Kennesaw: BROOKTC to 555-888 Mall of Georgia: BROOKMOG to 555-888 Panama City Beach: BROOKPCB to 555-888 38
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Unlimited Possibilities
Group Supports Looking Beyond Traumatic Brain Injuries was unable to walk or talk. She Five Cherokee County residents remembers wondering who was have turned their health going to get her son before she challenges into a personal mission passed out. She woke up five to help others dealing with stroke weeks later in the hospital. She and traumatic brain injuries, the had suffered a brain aneurism leading cause of severe disability with multiple hemorrhagic strokes in adults. In fact, approximately 20 and was in the hospital for three percent of strokes occur in adults months. under age 65, and, in Georgia, an Laura had to learn how to walk average of 150,000 people have and talk again. “Our lives have permanent disabilities caused by changed dramatically since that brain injuries. day,” she said, “but I am thankful These five work to raise every morning I wake up!” She awareness, advocate, educate, joined Unlimited Possibilities comfort and guide survivors shortly after moving to Woodstock and their families through the and has held a leadership position local support group, Unlimited since 2007. Possibilities, and the statewide Denise Bourne had a brain Brain Injury Association of Georgia injury more than 30 years ago (BIAG). when a railroad crosstie fell on her In 1998, Waring Jackson was head and crushed her skull. Much sent home from the hospital, The Woodstock advocates are, front row, from left: Waring Jackson, like Waring, she has an “invisible appearing normal after an BIAG Director Jane Jackson, Denise Bourne (with Scout). Back disability” that causes her to accident. It wasn’t until three row: Kelly Campbell and Laura Coomes, co-leaders of Unlimited struggle continuously with aphasia devastating years later that he was Possibilities. Photo courtesy of Becky Bourne Photography. (the processing and understanding diagnosed with a traumatic brain what is being said). She recently got Scout, a service dog. He injury (TBI). He was one of many who became disabled by an helps with balance, memory and medical alert. “invisible epidemic,” in which the person struggling appears to “Finding our support group has been wonderful for me,” be OK on the outside. said Denise, a longtime group member and assistant leader. “I Unable to work, he devotes his time as a leader, advocate thought I was alone, and all alone, but I found out that I’m not. and passionate volunteer. After learning of his TBI, his wife and It makes a big difference.” caregiver, Jane Jackson, became BIAG’s executive director and a It was July 7, 2009, when Kelly Campbell had a stroke certified brain injury specialist, providing consultation services. caused by an extremely rare genetic birth defect called Eagle’s Jane has helped BIAG become the state’s leading organization in Syndrome. “I went to bed whole and 10 minutes later found the field and Georgia’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection myself with half my body no longer working and, yes, it was that (ADRC) designated service provider for brain injuries. sudden,” Kelly said. “Although still paralyzed on the left side, I On Sept. 24, 2003, Laura Coomes had just arrived at work celebrate how my life has changed for the better.” after dropping her infant son at day care when she suddenly Kelly has been the Unlimited Possibilities support group leader since 2013 and was named to the BIAG board of directors in 2017. Unlimited Possibilities meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Outpatient Rehab Center at Kennestone Hospital. For more information, call 678-677-2589 or visit www.facebook.com/unlimitedpossibilitiessupportgroup.
July 29
Inaugural “Betting Big on BIAG” Casino Night 7-10 p.m. at the WellStar Development Center, 2000 S. Park Place N.W., Atlanta, GA 30339. Handicap accessible free parking. Contact Kelly at bettingbigonbiag@gmail.com to donate or purchase tickets. Laura Coomes shows off her sit-skiing skills. 40
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WellStar Kennestone Honored for Top-Level Cardiac Care WellStar Kennestone is the only hospital in the state of Georgia and the second hospital in the nation to receive the triple distinction of the Disease Specific Care Certification for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Cardiac Valve Repair/ Replacement and Congestive Heart Failure Program by The Joint Commission. All WellStar hospitals have received the Gold Seal of Approval accreditation from The Joint Commission, recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects a hospital’s commitment to meeting defined performance criteria. Recognition by The Joint Commission is your assurance that you can trust WellStar for the highest quality of care.
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The OECHSLER Motion (adidas SPEEDFACTORY) facility is currently under construction at Cherokee 75 Corporate Park along Highway 92.
Live, Play and WORK in Cherokee SUBMITTED BY CHEROKEE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
In March, more than 550 job-seekers attended the Cherokee Office of Economic Development’s (COED) third annual Cherokee Career Expo, looking for a new career at one of Cherokee’s new or existing industries. Scott Price was one of those in attendance. Price, a native of Woodstock and graduate of Woodstock High, received his bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University. However, once he graduated and returned home, he could not find his dream job in his community. Price, like many young graduates, had to accept a job commuting longer than one hour each way. So, when he heard that 37 local employers would be at the Career Expo recruiting for more than 400 career opportunities, he polished his resume and sought out new opportunities. OECHSLER Motion (adidas SPEEDFACTORY) was an employer at the expo. Justina Brown, director of finance and administration for OECHSLER Motion said: “We identified strong candidates for our process engineer and accounting positions at the career expo.” Price was one of those candidates, and one month later, OECHSLER hired . OECHSLER Motion, along with Jaipur Living, will open their new facilities later this summer in the Cherokee 75 Corporate Park. COED also announced the addition of Papa John’s, Yanmar America, Vanderlande and Acclaim Lighting to the already extensive list of employers on the Cherokee 75 Corporate Corridor. “The growth of our existing industries, coupled with our new industries, has provided over 1,370 career opportunities this year alone,” COED President Misti Martin said. However, job creation is only one piece of the equation. As COED held various forums across the community this year, corporate leaders and residents expressed the need for a central clearinghouse to highlight job opportunities in Cherokee County. COED responded by creating a Career Center, on COED’s website 42
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(www.cherokeega.org), which features jobs only available in Cherokee. “Cherokee is known for its skilled, educated workforce. We now have a tool to connect people with local job opportunities. We plan to incorporate internships for students into this format as well,” COED Vice Chair Steve Holcomb said. The Career Center is just one part of the Workforce Cherokee Strategic Plan that the COED rolled out in March. Workforce Cherokee is a collaborative of community members representing industry, education and other partners from economic development working together to create partnerships to grow and retain local talent to meet current and emerging workforce needs. Mark Goddard, director of commercial marketing for Cobb EMC, is chairing Workforce Cherokee. Russ Sanders, president of FactoryMation, is chairing the internship committee; Aaron Ingram, president of Neomed, is chairing the innovative career reparation committee, and Danny Meece, senior buyer for Inalfa Roof Systems, heads the business and education alliances committee. These chairmen and their committees are working to making Cherokee’s workforce the strongest in the state. Cherokee County is already known as a wonderful place to live and play, but currently, 78.7 percent of county residents travel outside of Cherokee for work. With 1,840 new jobs added in Cherokee in the last 24 months and now a Career Center to connect residents and opportunities, COED believes Cherokee is the best place to live, play and work. Visit www.cherokeega.org/careers for job opportunities and #ForgetTheCommute!
The Cherokee Office of Economic Development is the leading organization for business and film recruitment and industry retention & expansion. For more information, visit www.cherokeega.org.
Health & Wellness
Consider Giving Fido a Canine Flu Vaccine BY DR. JONATHAN GILVARRY
In May, the canine flu virus (H3N2) resurfaced in Perry, Georgia, and in DeLand, Florida, stemming from dog shows where a few sick dogs exposed other dogs. This is the same virus that originated in the Chicago area approximately two years ago and quickly swept through the country, including the Canton area. Now the virus has popped up in pockets across the eastern portion of the country. In many of these affected areas, the virus can be traced to sick dogs that attended either of the two shows. The flu virus seems to be spreading but its future prevalence is unknown. Only dogs can contract the canine flu virus. Cats, people and other animals are not affected. Dogs catch the virus by inhaling affected sneeze or cough droplets from sick dogs in a close confined space. The virus enters the respiratory system and incubates for two to three days. After this period, the signs can be coughing, excessive sneezing with or without nasal discharge, pneumonia, high fevers, not wanting to eat, and feeling lethargic and weak. Signs can be mild to severe and can in extreme cases, lead to death. The dogs that seem to be most likely to develop more severe signs include the very young, the elderly, or the immuno-compromised due to various concurrent illnesses. If your pet has developed any of these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian for instructions and avoid any contact with other dogs to prevent contamination.
Unlike two years ago when Canton was affected, we now have a vaccine to help alleviate the effects of the flu. Similar to the flu vaccine for humans, the canine flu vaccine does not completely prevent the flu but it definitely will lessen the severity if your pet contract the flu. Dogs who have received the vaccine have been shown to not be as sick and for not as long if they contract the virus. The canine flu vaccine is initially administered as two injections given three weeks apart, and then annually. A risk assessment can help determine which dogs should be vaccinated. The virus spreads more easily in the summer, typically due to family vacations and busier boarding facilities. The weather tends to allow more dogs to be outdoors, and any interaction between dogs poses risk. The most interaction occurs at boarding and grooming facilities and dog parks. Many of these locations are already requiring the vaccine for services. We don’t know if the flu will spread to this area, but prevention is always the best form of medicine. Please contact your veterinarian to assess risk of contracting the flu virus and for more information regarding prevention and treatment.
Dr. Jonathan Gilvarry has been an associate veterinarian of the BridgeMill Animal Hospital Team since 2015.
Perimeter North Family Medicine Now Serving the Canton Community! Perimeter North Family Medicine is proud to now serve the families throughout Canton and North Georgia. Offering a full range of adult and pediatric services, our board-certified physician, Dr. Haroon Mian and experienced Nurse Practitioner, Leslie Head, NP-C offer the highest standard of care to keep you and your family happy and healthy. We accept most insurance plans, offer same-day appointments for sick visits and offer a new, convenient location on the Northside Hospital Cherokee medical campus.
Haroon Mian, M.D.
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Physical examinations & wellness care for men, women & children General and chronic care for geriatric patients Immunizations Acute illness treatment for colds, fevers, flu & more
Call 770-395-1130 to schedule an appointment 460 Northside Cherokee Blvd, Suite 170, Canton GA 30115 PNFM.com
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN
The foundation of oral health is simply healthy gums and healthy teeth. When a patient has a healthy mouth, everything is good. However, when a person has substantial dental problems, assessing, diagnosing and treating their needs can be complex. This is a crucial time, when a dentist can help a patient and get them through a tough situation. A friend of mine recently shared his dental problems with me. We had worked on several weekend projects together when he told me he “just broke yet another tooth off” and he had a bad toothache. His face had become swollen several times over the past year and he knew he had gum disease because of his bad breath. This person is a hard worker who neglected his dental care over the years. He turned to me for help in getting his teeth back to a healthy level. A week or so later, he came into my office. A comprehensive clinical exam determined he had advanced decay that destroyed all of his back teeth to the roots. Advanced gum disease destroyed 80 percent of his supporting jawbone around his back teeth. Because of his advanced problems, his options were limited, and he wasn’t surprised to learn his teeth would need to be extracted. He was told that, when his back teeth were extracted, they would be replaced with either a removable upper partial
denture or implants and bridges. He knew this, but had to hear it officially for it to become a reality. He asked questions to gain a good understanding of his dental dilemma, but then embraced the facts and soon was ready to take steps toward improved oral health. People take dental health for granted and only begin to appreciate how important it is when they are experiencing a severe toothache or swollen face. After treatment, my friend was extremely happy to be out of pain and free from the embarrassment of having broken front teeth. Most importantly, he was free of infection. Being a friend, he shared more of his inner thoughts than most patients. He said he could not imagine why he waited so long to take care of his teeth. He knew there were problems slowly developing, and the problems were steadily getting worse, but he didn’t experience any pain until his teeth started fracturing. He said, “I learned my lesson about taking good care of my teeth and only wish I would have come into the dentist sooner to avoid the embarrassment and serious problems that I had.”
Dr. Scott Harden, a dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry, has served Woodstock for more than 25 years. 770-926-0000. www.FountainViewSmiles.com
This Third Option is a Game-Changer BY DR. DUNCAN WELLS
One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, “Is there anything else you can do for me besides surgery?” Well, until recently the honest answer was “no.” If a patient had tried everything (therapy, cortisone shots, medication) and he or she was still experiencing pain, usually the only treatment available was surgery. Now, however, there is a third option. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are widely used by thousands of orthopedists, physiatrists and pain specialists to treat dozens of painful, stubborn conditions caused by chronic inflammation, like tendinitis, bursitis and arthritis. For many years, scientists have known that platelets and growth factors found in blood plasma were responsible for healing acutely damaged tissue. When you break a bone, tear a muscle or cut your skin, it’s your platelets and repair enzymes that respond immediately to stop the bleeding, stabilize the injured area and begin the repair process. A few years ago, researchers wondered, what if we inject concentrated platelets and plasma into chronically damaged tissue? Could this process also repair that tissue? After all, it’s chronically damaged tissue that’s responsible for the majority of chronic musculoskeletal pain. After many years of investigation, they discovered that a small amount of carefully concentrated plasma with platelets, injected 44
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into chronically damaged tissue, can cure the inflammation and pain permanently in the majority of cases. I started using PRP injections two years ago, and what I found astonished me. Patient after patient with chronic pain from lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), plantar fasciitis (heel spurs) and many other inflammatory conditions, who were treated with PRP, were avoiding surgery permanently and returning to normal activities, pain-free. This is how it works: Blood is drawn and placed in a special vial in a centrifuge. Five minutes later, the concentrated plasma is ready to be injected into the painful tissue, using local anesthesia. The entire process takes about 20 minutes and the patient is allowed to return to all activities without restrictions. Best of all, since the injection is made up only of cells obtained from the patient, there is no chance of side effects or limits on how many injections the patient can receive. In most cases, only two injections are needed for complete pain relief. Most insurance plans, including Medicare, pay for the entire treatment, even if it takes several injections to cure the problem. This makes sense, since the alternative often is a costly surgery.
Dr. Duncan Wells, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, has been practicing in Cherokee County for 25 years. He is founder and president of Atlas Orthopaedics. www.Atlasorthopaedics.com. 770-517-2257
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Enjoy a Safe Season in the Sun BY DR. JONATHAN LEE
As children, summertime meant endless outdoor fun. As teens, it meant sunbathing with baby oil to ensure the darkest tan. Fastforward to adulthood, where a thinning ozone layer and a higher incidence of skin cancer have made us wary of enjoying sunlight. But, while cancer is a serious concern, you don’t have to become a summer shut-in. Use these tips to help you safely enjoy your season in the sun. Avoid 10 to 4 For years, health experts and Atlanta meteorologists have warned us to stay indoors during the heat of the day. Avoid the peak hours of the sun. Its rays are the strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so try to schedule outdoor activities around those times. Slather on Sunscreen Liberally apply sunscreen about 20 to 30 minutes before going outside. Because the sun emits two types of harmful rays — UVA and UVB — your sunscreen should provide broad-spectrum protection against both, with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Reapply, Reapply, Reapply Reapplying sunscreen may be the most neglected step in the sunsafety regimen. Don’t just put it on and forget it. Sunscreen should be reapplied about every two hours while you’re outdoors, and every 45 minutes if you’re swimming. Hat’s It! Head out with a hat that protects your face, neck and ears. Choose one with a wide brim at least 3 to 4 inches around for suitable coverage. The bucket and wide-brimmed farmer’s hats, in a lightweight straw or cotton twill, are two classic, stylish choices. Seek Shade Seek shade, but do so with caution. While trees and umbrellas provide protection, you still need to protect yourself under them. The sun’s rays can scatter, penetrate and reflect to reach you. Dress for the Occasion Covering up in dark, tight-knit fabric is the best way to protect your skin, but it’s no fun in the summer heat. Fortunately, some companies make lightweight clothing with effective sun protection. These items bear an ultraviolet protection factor or UPF (think of it as an SPF for fabric) of 15 to 50. Check out online retailers sunsolutionsclothing.com and sharksuit.com, which offer attractive options with a UPF. Play Movie Star You’ve got a better reason to shield your eyes. The eye area is incredibly vulnerable. Prolonged sun exposure can damage your eyes and increase your risk of developing eye disease. I recommend sunglasses that block 99 percent to 100 percent of UVA and UVB radiation.
Dr. Jonathan Lee is medical director of the melanoma and sarcoma program at Northside Hospital Cancer Institute. Visit northsidemsog.com for more information. .
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Here’s a Tip: Don’t Use Swabs in Ears BY DR. SARAH LICHT
As the saying goes, never put anything bigger than your elbow in your ear. If you look closely, most warnings on boxes of cotton swabs instruct you to never insert them in your ears. While some individuals use cotton swabs to help relieve itching, others use them to remove wax or water from the ear canal after a shower. None of these scenarios warrant the use of a cotton swab. Your ear canal is mostly made up of ridged cartilage covered by skin. As the ear canal inches closer to the eardrum, it becomes skin on bone. Your ear canal is supposed to work as a conveyer belt and naturally remove ear wax. In most cases, a cotton swab pushes the wax deeper in the ear rather than removing it. Wax (also known as cerumen) can come in different colors and textures. Having a certain amount of cerumen in your ear canal is healthy, it is a natural antibiotic that helps coat your ear canal and makes it more water resistant. Additionally, it is a natural insect repellent that keeps bugs out of your ear. Earwax is made up of dead skin cells, hair and secretions from the outer ear’s skin cells. Below are some best and worst case scenarios with cotton swabs use: Best case scenario: You relieve some itching in your ear and see discoloration when you pull the cotton swab out of your ear, leaving you to believe that you have removed some wax. Worst case scenario: You puncture your eardrum, which is a very delicate structure, or lodge the cotton ball deep in your ear. In lieu of cotton swabs, we recommend wax softeners such as Miracell, Debrox or home remedies of 50 percent lukewarm water and 50 percent hydrogen peroxide to help with cerumen removal. People who have a frequent buildup of wax, should be seen every six months for routine wax removal by an audiologist, otolaryngologist or primary care physician.
Sarah Licht, Au.D. is a Doctor of Audiology and provider at North Georgia Audiology in Woodstock. She has been practicing since 2016.
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Beautiful Blooms Sown with Love BY ANN LITREL
“That’s just a bunch of weeds, right?” My husband Michael was looking at my latest Big Garden Idea. It was a native butterfly garden I’d sowed in a small patch next to his OB-GYN office in Canton. “No! That’s the way it’s supposed to look! Remember, I told you it takes three years to grow up…” Three years ago, I’d planted three packs of seeds — the PollinatorPalooza Seed Mix from Prairie Moon Nursery in Minnesota. The native wildflowers and grasses were guaranteed to re-create a beautiful natural meadow wherever they were planted. But, you had to keep them mowed down for two years before letting them shoot up the third year. Supposedly, this keeps the weeds down and gives the wildflower roots a chance to get strong. Three years is a long time to wait. In my imagination, I saw the butterflies and bees alighting on a sea of flowers outside the office door, and pregnant young mothers visiting the office, taking their young children by the hand to see the wondrous wildflowers as they waited for their appointment. I pictured the children among the tall flowers, smiling and pointing at the butterflies. It would be a place of beauty and health — a peaceful place for our community of patients, worthy of the beautiful young human beings developing inside their mothers’ bodies. But, as I looked on that ragged patch of green, I had a terrible, sinking fear that Michael was right. It DID look like a big patch of weeds. This was the third
year. The garden was a failure. I stopped looking. And, yet, as though tended by an Unseen Gardener, the garden grew luxuriantly, a jungle of green leaves amid the sterile sod of the office park. Then, one day in May, a stray yellow bloom caught my eye. A few yellow flowers popped out of the sea of green. Within a week, big sunshine patches of golden coreopsis emerged. A few weeks later, the black-eyed Susans came in bursts of gold. The purple liatris formed buds. And, then, the orange butterfly weed burst into bloom, summoning the butterflies and bees, large and small, and the jeweled little pollinator flies in their iridescent blues and greens. Finally, one morning In June, Michael called me up during his office hours. He sent me a blurry photo. “I just thought you’d want to know, Annie, I saw a patient walking through the garden with her daughter. The little girl was picking some of the flowers. And they were watching the butterflies. “It’s happening! Just like you pictured it.” I could hear his smile. Despite fear and doubt, beauty will bloom, if sown with faith and love — in its own time.
Ann is an artist who lives in Towne Lake with her husband Dr. Michael Litrel and their two sons. Ann can be reached at Ann@annlitrel.com.
Resource: Create your own natural butterfly garden in a small corner of your yard, shady or sunny. Native seed mixes or complete seedling collections can be ordered online at Prairie Moon.com.
ART BY ANN LITREL, ANNLITREL.COM
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A business networking party! SCHMOOZE \’shmüz\ (verb): to converse casually, especially for social and business connections PALOOZA \’pa•lü•zah\ (noun): a large scale party!
Located at:
8371 Main St., Woodstock
Tuesday, August 15th 4:30-7:30 pm Free Admission! Networking
Exhibitors
A Taste of Cherokee Give-aways & Door Prizes
Open to the Public! Presented by:
Supported by:
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EVERYDAY Everyday Angels is reminded daily of what truly matters in this short life on earth. We are grateful to serve our community as a conduit between broken hearts and lives and our compassionate readers. We thank you for entrusting us to make a positive impact right here within our own community. We could not make a difference without you.
A month of summer has quickly passed and summer vacation is half way behind us. Many readers are spending summer days filled with pools, camps, water parks, vacations, sports and avoiding the dreaded words “I’m bored” from their children. However, for others, summer presents a different list of demands and anxiety. The additional expenses of groceries, daycare, camps and electric bills can quickly turn to feelings of desperation. For those who already find themselves compromised financially, summer months can lead them into a deeper financial hole. While summer is typically slower for Everyday Angels, we continue to work behind the scenes to assist families as needs arise.
Last July, Everyday Angels featured the story of local resident Kevin Powers, whose single car accident resulted in a traumatic brain injury. After a year of prayer, hard work and therapies, we are Kevin Powers is able to rejoin the workforce. happy to report that Kevin is re-entering the workforce. “The Powers family would like to thank Everyday Angels, neighbors and friends. Your prayers and compassion made such a difference over the past year. Kevin’s recovery from the traumatic brain injury accident is truly a miracle. As he now re-enters work life, THANK YOU isn’t enough to express our appreciation and gratitude to the community of souls that supported this family.” May God bless you and your loved ones. Everyday Angels was thrilled with the response of our compassionate community in support of Courtney and Piper White, wife and daughter of the late Kevin White. We were honored to present Courtney with a check reflecting the love and support of our community as she faces the summer months and years ahead as a single parent. “Thank you first and foremost for all your thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time: my family and I value those so much. Thank you also for your generous gifts. You all have been such a blessing. I know Kevin would feel so honored that our community has been watching over and taking care of the two of us. Please continue to lift us up in prayers as we continue to find our new normal.” - Courtney White
Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Cherokee County since 2000. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www.everydayangels.info to donate via Paypal or send your donations to: Everyday Angels, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will go to the family you specify. Also, if you know of a special need within your community that you would like to share, please send an e-mail to aaeverydayangels@gmail.com for consideration and qualification.
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Serving Up Hope
Helping Hands
One Child, One Lunch at a Time BY SUSAN SCHULZ
The lazy days of summer often include setting aside hectic schedules and planning great getaways, but some of our neighbors are wondering how they will feed lunch to their children during the school break. That’s where MUST Ministries steps in with the summer lunch program, a community effort to help those in need. This program, part of MUST Ministries for 21 of the 46 years the ministry has been in our community, serves seven counties Girl Scout Troop 27007 Brownies Julianna, Emma, Callie, Cheyann and Delaney and Daisies Alexis and including Cherokee. It runs for 10 Aryanna with the lunches they made for MUST. Brownie Shia participated but wasn’t in the photograph. weeks, Monday-Friday. More than 7,500 children are served daily, 300,000-plus lunches per summer. A their own environment changes us. I believe we receive so much whopping 2.14 million meals have been delivered since 1995. more than we give! Delivering lunches has become the highlight of It takes a lot of volunteers to keep this program going. One group my summer.” of teachers at Hasty Elementary are in it for the long haul. The Since about 7,000 lunches are needed daily, MUST invites teachers have faithfully served the Summer Lunch program since families or church, civic or neighborhood groups to help by 2009. Two of those teachers share their stories. preparing lunches according to the MUST Summer Lunch Menu “I no longer know all of the names of the children we serve, but and Guidelines (available at www. mustministries.org). Contact it doesn’t matter,” Joy S. says. “I remember their faces and know Ranettia Beasley, the Cherokee summer lunch coordinator, to plan where they live as they come running out of their homes when they the best date and menu for your group. hear me honk. I know the smiles and the thrill that comes when it’s There are a few other ways to help, such as hosting a supply bologna sandwich day. When you ask my children, who have grown drive (a list of needed lunch items is on the website), color lunch up doing this (one now entering high school and the other middle bags with fun and encouraging messages, or volunteer in one of school), what their plans are for the summer, their first response many positions: lead volunteer, checker and packer, drivers and is not going to Six Flags or hanging out at the pool, but ‘We deliver riders. Three convenient host sites for dropping off lunch supplies lunches with my Mimi.’ I’m so grateful that my family has had the continued on page 63 opportunity to serve the community in such a meaningful way.” Judy B. says, “I serve with other teachers, staff members, and parents taking sack lunches to some of our students all summer Susan Schulz is a Bible teacher, author, wife, and mom of long. If you want to see excitement, watch students realize their three grown children. She lives and plays along the Etowah River and loves serving at Woodstock City Church. principal and teacher are bringing their lunch! Seeing students in Hasty Elementary teachers pitched in to provide lunches for MUST.
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JULY
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Reinhardt University’s 2017-18 MFA-CW Summer Reading Schedule in the Dobbs
Atrium continues with sessions July 11- 14 that are free and open to the public. www.reinhardt.edu/graduate/MFA-CW. • July 11: Authors Anne Corbitt and Stephane Dunn at 8 p.m. • July 12: James Dickey celebration with Michael Morris lecture at 10:30 a.m., Christopher Dickey reading at 1 p.m., Ellen Malphrus lecture at 3 p.m., student readings at 6:30 p.m., reception at 7:30 p.m. and Christopher Dickey reading at 8 p.m. • July 13: James Dickey celebration with John Williams lecture at 9:45 a.m., panel on the Life and Poetry of James Dickey at 12:30 p.m., Scott Wilkerson at 2:15 p.m., Christopher Dickey talking about his father at 4 p.m., reception and readings 7:30-9:30 p.m. and screening of “Deliverance” at 10 p.m. • July 14: Bruce McEver reading at 8 p.m. • July 15: Ann Hite and Rose McLanery reading at 3:45 p.m., 24-hour Play Festival Performance at 8 p.m.
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RECREATION AND PARKS Woodstock Roots series
features Smokey’s Farmland Band at 7 p.m. at the Elm Street Event Green, on Market Street. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, food and beverages.
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Movies in the Park at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater, 101 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock, begins at sunset (8:45 p.m.), featuring Disney’s “Moana.” The Aug. 25 feature will be “Beauty and the Beast.” Children’s activities will be available before the movie. Sponsored by Northside Hospital, Southern Outdoor Cinema, Covenant Christian Academy, BridgePointe Church and Woodstock Parks and Recreation. www.GeorgiaMoviesInThePark.com.
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The sixth annual Collins Dixon Bend Your Knees run will
include a 5K and 1-mile fun run at First Baptist Church in Canton. The event raises awareness of childhood brain cancer and funds to support families facing the challenges of brain cancer. Register at active.com.
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10th annual Canton
Explorers Rodeo
at Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Highway, Canton. Gates open at 6 p.m.; rodeo starts at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 ages 5-10, free under age 5. Details at https://us.eventbu.com.
AUGUST Sam Kopeski, an Eagle Scout candidate, is the stuffed animal coordinator/leader for Give a Kid a Chance.
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Give a Kid a Chance is
set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Canton and Hillside United Methodist Church in Woodstock. Volunteers are needed to help with the nonprofit, which gives away free filled backpacks (with new supplies), clothing, books, stuffed animals, socks and undies along with free haircuts and health screenings. Each year, 3,000 students leave the event ready for the first day of school. Visit www.giveakidachance.org to sign up to receive help or to volunteer. 52
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Police Department National Night Out is set for 6-9 p.m. at
the Park at City Center in Woodstock. Neighborhoods throughout Woodstock are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 34th annual National Night Out crime and drug prevention event, designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Call Officer Ryan Bleisath at 678-614-9104 for details.
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American Red Cross Babysitting Class will be 9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 15, and
10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 21. These classes are for ages 11-15 who are planning to babysit and will equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills; learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe and help children behave; and learn about basic childcare and basic first aid.
July 28
Family Fun Night will be 5-7 p.m. at
the outdoor oasis pool at the Cherokee County Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. There will be music, games and contests for all ages. Fee included with daily admission.
Lifeguard Classes
Junior Lifeguard Class for ages 11-14 is July 24-28. Blended classes for ages 15 and older are July 18-20 and Aug. 12, 19 and 26 at the Cherokee County Aquatics Center. Visit the website for more details.
SENIOR CENTER SAFE (Strength And Flexibility Exercise) is a Parkinson’s exercise
class at 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays July 10-Aug. 11 at The Lodge at Bridgemill, 10451 Bells Ferry Road in Canton. Class limit of 10 for ages 50 and older. Call Nathan Brandon at 404-384-8533.
Pickleball is a sport created for all
ages. The rules are simple and the game is easy to learn. Classes started in June at the Boys and Girls Club Tennis Courts, 1082 Univeter Road in Canton. Call Nathan Brandon at 404-384-8533.
Body Recall is an exercise class for all ages at the Boys and Girls Club in the gym, 1082 Univeter Road in Canton on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting July 10. Call Nathan Brandon at 404-384-8533.
Sequoyah Regional Library System 770-479-3090 www.SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org
R.T. JONES 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, 770-479-3090
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Inklings Writers Critique Group at 3 p.m. Love to write, but
need some feedback? This new group is a chance for writers to share their work and ideas, and get feedback. Registration required.
July 10
Kids Knit and Crochet! at 10:15 a.m. for kids ages 9 and older
to learn to knit and crochet with Soleil Knit and Crochet Club. All materials provided; registration is required.
July 25
Canton Historical Society: A Glimpse at Canton’s Past at 3 p.m., for a glimpse at Canton’s rich history with representatives from the Canton Historical Society. Registration required.
July 26
Cookbook Club at 4 p.m., where participants share food,
recipes and explore the many recipe books available in the library. Registration required.
July 28
Go Green: Beauty Products at 11 a.m. Learn about the benefits of making your own natural beauty products and make one to take home with you. All materials provided. Registration required.
July 12
Midweek Mindfulness: Yoga at 11 a.m. A gentle 60-minute yoga class appropriate for beginners and those that want to quiet the mind. Registration required.
July 13
Butterfly Garden! at 10:30 a.m. Local award-winning Laurel Garden Club will help kids make their own butterfly garden. Suggested ages 6-9; registration is required. All materials provided.
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Brain Games at 2 p.m., with chess, Sudoku, crossword puzzles,
and a collection of board games to be provided. Registration required.
HICKORY FLAT 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565
July 10
Teddy Bear Picnic at 10:30 a.m. Bring your favorite teddy bear
and blanket for a special outdoor storytime. Refreshments will be served.
July 12
The GBI and Local Cases at 6 p.m. Special Agent Dustin Hamby will present an overview of the GBI and local cases. This program is for adults and may contain graphic details.
July 14
July 15
I Spy at 10:30 a.m. Complete the I Spy scavenger hunt and win a
cape and come to a special superheroes story time and meet some superheroes. All ages welcome.
July 17
Superheroes Story Time! at 10:30 a.m. Wear your favorite
July 18
DIY Mini Summer Scrapbooks at 3 p.m. Learn how to create a mini scrapbook. All materials will be supplied; please bring any photos or memorabilia you might like to add to your scrapbook during the program. For grades 6-12.
July 19
Patron Art Gallery at 5 p.m. Join us as we celebrate our talented patron artists by displaying their art. Refreshments will be provided. Call the library for info on displaying your artwork.
July 20
Summer Reading Program Finale: “Fantastic Birds of Prey and Where to Find Them!” at 10:30 a.m. Find the fantastic
raptors, but arrive early for a good spot. Best for ages 6 and older.
prize. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
SRP Book Tasting at 10:30 a.m. Having trouble finishing up your summer reading program log? Check off SRP challenges in a relaxed setting. Refreshments will be served.
July 18
Cupcake Wars at 10:30 a.m. Chance tells you what to make, but you provide the creativity to make it come to life. Think you have the decorating chops? Join us for Cupcake Wars and find out. Space is limited and registration is required. Contestants must be ages 8-12.
July 19
Let Them Eat Cupcakes! at 6 p.m. Bring your apron and join us along with The Queen’s Bakery. Christine will demonstrate how to decorate cupcakes. Registration is required.
July 20
Summer Reading Program Finale: “Bubble Magic” at 10:30 a.m. Musical magic show with bubbles and the Amazing Ziggy!
July 21
July 28
as we make reusable grocery bags from old T-shirts. All materials provided. Registration required.
yoga stretches for parent and child with certified personal trainer Lisa Dudash. Registration is required.
DIY With a Cause: Reusable Grocery Bags at 11 a.m. Join us
Mom-Dad & Me Yoga at 10:30 a.m. Explore and enjoy a few fun
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School & Sports
YOUR SCHOOL NEWS
School Club Making a Change
First Day of School is Aug. 1
Knox Elementary School’s Make A Change Club and student council sponsored a year-end collection for the Cherokee County Humane Society. Make A Change Club is sponsored by staff members Lee Ann Revalski and Jenilee Curtis. Student Council is sponsored by staff members Debbie Buckner and Elizabeth Koopman.
The Cherokee County School District will begin the 2017-18 school year Aug. 1. The front office of each school will be open daily beginning July 18. Parents may register new students at their respective schools between 8 a.m. and noon beginning July 18.
Front row, from left: Elsa Siegrist, Allison Whyte, Hailey Hurst, Marissa Klein and Brooklyn Clark. Back row: Madalyn Coffin, Gianna DiPierro, Danielle Rollins, Lillian Esposito, Ruby Arthur and Taylor Rehberg.
Kudos & Congratulations
If you know a student, teacher, parent volunteer, school group or team who deserves a “shout out,” please send their picture and the details to jackie@ aroundaboutmagazines.com.
Andy Whittle, a 2017
Andy Whittle
honor graduate from Sequoyah High School, has received an appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Sequoyah High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC unit earned the Silver Star Community Service with Excellence Award. The award recognizes the top 5 percent of all AFJROTC units based on community service in support of schools and local communities. Sequoyah’s cadets accumulated more than 4,000 community service hours this past school year. Sequoyah is the only school in Georgia to receive this award.
Jacob Klebar, on left, with Hines Ward, former University of Georgia and Pittsburgh Steelers football star, who formed Positive Athlete with local businessman Scott Pederson.
Jacob Klebar, a 2017 Cherokee High School graduate, was named Georgia’s Positive Male Athlete of the Year. Klebar was a member of the school’s football team and is headed to Reinhardt University on an academic scholarship. He will be honored at the 2016-17 Georgia Positive Athlete Awards at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta. 54
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The Cherokee High School Riflery Warriors finished their season as the 2017 Air Force JROTC National Riflery Champions. They finished first in Area 10 of the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) and finished fifth in the GHSA State Riflery Championship at Fort Benning. Team members are: Cody Stroup, Chaolin Hancock, Brody Miller, Noah Foster, Dylan Rodrigue and Connor Walsh. The team is coached by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Eddy Stanfill.
Samer Kaddah has been named the new head coach of Cherokee High School’s men’s soccer team. A world and U.S. history teacher, Kaddah grew up in Kennesaw and graduated from Kell High School as a four-year soccer starter and three-year captain. He played soccer for Kennesaw State University from 2009-12 while earning his degree in Samer Kaddah history.
To Pass or Not to Pass? BY MARK KISSEL
In my most recent article, I discussed the small percentage of school bus accidents nationwide and encouraged drivers to pay more attention when buses are on the road. I know it’s summertime, but within a few weeks, bus safety inspections will be conducted by the Georgia State Patrol in preparation for school to begin on Aug. 1. With this in mind, I wanted to remind you Georgia law requires the driver of a vehicle overtaking a school bus with visual signals activated or meeting a school bus with visual signals activated on a roadway that does not have a divided median (with either a dirt, grass or concrete barrier), must stop and the driver must not proceed past the bus until the bus has resumed motion or the visual signals are no longer activated (see the diagrams). In some jurisdictions, the term “visual signals” has been interpreted by the courts to include the flashing amber (warning) lights. I am aware that citations have been issued in these jurisdictions if the amber lights were flashing and the bus was stopped in readiness of activating the stop-arm. I hope this information will be useful for anyone driving a motor vehicle during the hours when our school buses are transporting children.
Chief of Police Mark Kissel has served the Cherokee County School District since 1999 and has more than 35 years of law enforcement experience.
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Etowah Eagles took the championship title after defeating Woodstock in an 11-inning second game.
Etowah High School Wins State 7A Baseball Title Cherokee County was assured of three games in each series to advance. its first state baseball championship The Eagles split the first four series title since 1948, with two county high doubleheaders, and had to return to play schools in the state final series. Etowah game three the next day. Getting home was victorious over crosstown rival late on a school night after splitting the Woodstock. The teams played the DH and then heading back to play again championship series on May 24 at the after school was tough. I am so proud Rome Braves stadium, with Etowah of these young men, and I attribute it to taking the first game 4-1 and the the strong senior leadership we had this second game 5-4, after a grueling 11 year.” innings. Drew Waters: Atlanta Braves Congratulations to both teams for Andrew Keene: Georgia State making Cherokee County proud to be Brady Jones: Andrews College home to the state champions and state Brady Barker: Tennessee Tech runners-up! The coaches from both schools Matthew Ridgeway: University of Georgia responded to ALM’s request for followPatrick Allen: Georgia Southern up articles to talk about the victory Charlie B. Marcus: Alabama and what’s next for the seniors on the Coaches Greg Robinson and Jeff Brown. Nic Bartosz: North Georgia teams. We appreciate their cooperation “Etowah defeated Woodstock in the championship series in and wish them much success in upcoming seasons! front of almost 4,000 fans in the Rome Braves Stadium. This was a season filled with much grace and goes to show you Etowah Coach Greg Robinson what young men can do when they go all in.” “Etowah’s baseball team just did what no other Cherokee County team has been able to do in over 60 years, win a Greg Robinson has served as Etowah’s head coach since state baseball championship. 2008. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at “The season didn’t begin very well for the Eagles as they Chapel Hill, he holds a BA and MAT in health education found themselves in the region cellar with a record of 3-6 and a specialist degree from LMU. Robinson is a UNC before spring break. Etowah turned things around in the baseball letterman, placing third in the College World second half but still had to win the last region series to Series. He served as a graduate assistant at UNC and played qualify for the state playoffs. professional baseball with the Texas Rangers. Coach Robinson “Entering the state playoffs as a four seed, the Eagles also has led the Eagles to 2010 Region Champions and 2009 played all five series on the road, having to win two out of Region Champions. 56
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Woodstock Coach Jeff Brown “The Woodstock High School baseball team had a season for the record books as the Wolverines played for the 7A state championship for the first time in school history. “The Wolverines set the school single-season record in wins (25), as well as playoff wins (eight). The Wolverines won their first playoff series in school history and followed that up by winning four playoff series to make it to the championship series. “There were numerous team records and individual school records that were shattered during the season. The Wolverines kept climbing throughout the year and started playing their best baseball leading up to and in the playoffs. Although finishing third in the region, the Wolverines fought their way through the playoffs as the underdog and the visiting team in each round leading up to the The teams lining up before the playoffs. championship series. “Along with these seniors, four others have left their “On the mound, the Wolverines were led by seniors Jared lasting impression on the Woodstock baseball program and Staples and Brant Hurter, who have both been pitching on the will be greatly missed: Bryson Beard, Austin Wright, Tyler varsity level for the last four years. At the plate, the Wolverines were led by seniors Jason Woszczynski and Nolan Tressler, who Krasnoff and Hunter McNabb.” have led the Wolverines in batting average for the last two years. This is Jeff Brown’s first year as head coach for the The Wolverines were led by 11 seniors, many of which have signed Wolverines. He joined the baseball program four years ago to play baseball (and football) in college.” as the junior varsity coach, then became the varsity pitching Jared Staples: Kennesaw State University coach, where he led the pitching staff to an ERA of 3.41 Brant Hurter: Georgia Tech in 2014, 2.69 in 2015, and 1.97 in 2016. He played ball at Nolan Tressler: Georgia Southern University Young Harris College and Kennesaw State University, where Jason Woszczynski: Georgia Highlands he earned a BS in health and physical education. He has an MA in health and physical education from Georgia State Grant Jacobs: Shorter University University and is working on an education specialist degree Liam Byrne: Georgia Tech (football) in coaching pedagogy from Valdosta State University. Logan Cox: Georgia Southern (football) This Woodstock team played for the 7A state championship for the first time in school history.
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Faith
Why Adults Need Summer Break, Too BY JEREMY ISAACS
Last year, there was a popular commercial from Mastercard with kids talking about their amazement at the idea that their parents wouldn’t use up all their vacation days or time off. One little girl stated, “We’ve heard that over 400 million vacation days go unused every year.” Then a cute little boy said, “That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard.” I tend to agree with him. On summer days, when I head off to work and my kids are sleeping in before heading to the pool, I have to admit I’ve thought, “Wouldn’t it be nice if adults got summer vacation, too?” One of the 10 Commandments from the Bible is to “keep the Sabbath.” That’s not a word we use a lot anymore, but, without getting too deep into the subject, the Sabbath was a gift from God to his people after they left the captivity of Egypt. He was saying to a group of former slaves, your identity is not found in what you produce. Your identity is safe, even when you rest. What an amazing thought, especially in our present day,
Senior Sense:
Finding True Maturity BY DELIA HALVERSON
June was a celebratory month for me. My birthday falls in early June, and this year my sister and her husband and daughter and two boys came to visit. Turning 83 seems somewhat strange to me, because when I was young I never thought I would live to see the year 2000! Toward the end of June, my husband Sam and I marked our 60th wedding anniversary. My husband’s brother and his wife came a little early to help celebrate that occasion. In the midst of it all was Father’s Day. As my family can tell you, I enjoy any occasion when we get together. Gaining another year doesn’t always make one more mature. Any mature person should constantly change and grow. Maturity is not a stage that you reach at a certain age in life. For legal purposes, particular ages are set for various things. But true maturity is recognizing the areas of your life where you need to become more mature. It is a neverending process. I recall someone telling me, “You do such a good job of cooking and sewing and keeping house, why should you ever want to do something else?” That’s like telling a swimmer, “You do such a good job of swimming, why should you want to learn to water ski?” 58
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when we are always “on.” We work hard at the office before coming home to return emails from our phone and edit presentations from our tablets while “watching” television. We struggle to truly rest because so many of us have become addicted to being busy. The same God who gave the Hebrews that gift of rest invites you to take part in the same practice. His command to his people was six days of work and then a day of rest. I challenge you to try it. It’s not a whole summer, but use your days off. Take all of your vacation days. Your kids will thank you. Your soul will, too!
Jeremy Isaacs is pastor of Canton Church, a campus of Mount Paran North. Jeremy and wife Corrie have three sons, one daughter and currently “live” at the baseball field.
Accepting growth and change in yourself marks maturity. A river that stops flowing becomes stagnant. The same holds true with a personality. If we accept our present abilities to do a given job as the height of our goal, then we become stagnant personalities by not growing. Once goals are reached, new goals must be set. These goals need not be monetary, but should involve personal development, no matter our age. Think of people that you know. Which ones do you enjoy most? Are they those who talk about the same thing every time you see them? Are they those who do the same thing week after week? Or do you enjoy people with new ideas and thoughts? Where do they glean those ideas? Now think about your life. When did you last pursue a new venture? When did you learn something new and different? Have you considered auditing a college course? Have you read any books besides fiction or watched any TV documentaries? I do believe that I’ve become more liberal in my understanding of the world each of my 83 years, and I know that I must keep looking to new goals and searching for new directions for the rest of my life or I will lose my maturity!
Delia writes books and leads workshops internationally. She and her husband settled in Woodstock after living in eight states. Their children and grandchildren live nearby.
Elm Street
Fitting In … The Ugly Duckling BY CHRISTOPHER BRAZELTON
At some point in your life, you have felt like you didn’t fit in. Heck, before you read this you’ve probably felt that way. You don’t need this article to remind you. Unfortunately, we can say it’s a part of life. As I’ve grown older, I have found people don’t want to fit in at all. There is something much greater that we desire: belonging. My wife reads Brené Brown frequently, and when we discuss what she is reading, we have some fascinating conversations. Here is something Brown says about fitting in: “In fact, fitting in is the greatest barrier to belonging. Fitting in, I’ve discovered during the past decade of research, is assessing situations and groups of people, then twisting yourself into a human pretzel in order to get them to let you hang out with them. Belonging is something else entirely: it’s showing up and letting yourself be seen and known as you really are — love of gourd painting, intense fear of public speaking and all. “Many us suffer from this split between who we are and who we present to the world in order to be accepted, (Take it from me: I’m an expert fitter-inner!) But we’re not letting ourselves be known, and this As I’ve grown kind of incongruent living is soulsucking.” older, I have Whether too smart, too found people awkward, too much of a “goody shoes,” or just too [insert don’t want to two here]. As you can probably guess, fit in at all. I’ve lived here for three years, and even still, I feel a bit awkward. Networking meetings, parties, even shows at Elm Street, I don’t quite fit in. But I’m also confident you feel this way wherever you go. It’s hard to explain why. But I feel like I belong here. I feel like I belong at Elm Street, I belong in Cherokee County, I belong here with this community, contributing to it, shaping it, and that belonging makes all of the difference. What is beautiful about this is that we get to show this difference in (you guessed it) a show. “Honk! The Musical” came from across the pond in London’s West End (the UK’s version of Broadway). It’s adorable, important, worthwhile; all of those adjectives are an understatement. It’s the story of the Ugly Duckling in a musical. You want to bring the family and enjoy this story, belong, and quack about it with the kids. Join us this July to see “Honk! The Musical!”
DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK
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ELMSTREETARTS.ORG 678.494.4251 Christopher Brazelton, a Florida State University graduate, is the executive director of Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. AROUND CANTON | July 2017
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Reference
COMMUNITY OF FAITH ADVENTIST
Cherokee 101 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-7304 http://cherokee.netadvent.org/ Canton 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton 678-880-0106 www.cantonadventist.org
AME
Allen Temple AME 232 N. Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-6348 www.allentempleame.org St. Paul 390 Crisler St., Canton 770-479-9691 www.stpaulame-canton.org
BAPTIST
Carmel 2001 Bascomb Carmel Road Cherokee 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock 770-720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Cornerstone Community 4206 North Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007
New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org River Church 2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Shallowford Free Will Baptist Church 1686 Shallowford Road, Marietta 770-926-1163 www.shallowfordchurch.com South Cherokee 7504 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422 Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.com
CHURCH OF GOD
Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com
Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock 770-710-1068
Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.org
Faith Community Office: 110 Village Trail, Suite 110, Woodstock Sunday Services: 230 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org
Toonigh 4775 Holly Springs Parkway, Canton 770-926-3096 www.toonighcog.org
First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-4428 www.fbcw.org
Christ the Redeemer Charismatic 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton 404-395-5003 www.ctrcec.com
First Baptist Canton One Mission Point 770-479-5538 www.fbccanton.org First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-5349 www.fbchollysprings.com Harvest Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth www.hbcga.org Heritage Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.HeritageCanton.com Hillcrest 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth 770-917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org
EPISCOPAL
Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, Marietta 770-928-7916 www.ecamarietta.org Saint Clement’s 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org
JEWISH
Chabad Jewish Center 1480 Shiloh Road, NW, Kennesaw 770-400-9255 www.jewishwestcobb.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org
Hopewell 78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-5723 www.hopewellbaptist.com
Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net
Mt. Zion 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-479-3324 www.mtzb.org
Temple Beth Tikvah 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell 770-642-0434 www.bethtikvah.com
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Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green St., Roswell 770-641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta 770-973-3533 www.kolemeth.net
MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS Congregation Beth Hallel 950 Pine Grove Road, Roswell 770-641-3000 www.bethhallel.org
LUTHERAN
Celebration of Grace 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton 770-503-5050 www.celebrationofgrace.org Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock 770-924-7286 www.gslutheran.org Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-928-2812 www.tlcwoodstock.org
ORTHODOX
St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-485-0504 www.stelizabethga.org
PRESBYTERIAN
Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton 770-704-9564 www.cherokee-pca.org. Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869 www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-3558 www.heritagepres.com Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-0074 www.woodstockpcusa.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of LaSalette 12941 Sam Nelson Road, Canton 770-479-8923 www.lasalettecanton.com
St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-0009 www.saintmichaelcc.org Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road NE., Marietta 770-977-1442 www.transfiguration.com
UNITED METHODIST
Bascomb 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-926-9755 www.bascombumc.org Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Road 770-479-2502 www.cantonfirstumc.org CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480 www.coahumc.org Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 www.fieldschapel.org Hickory Flat 4056 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-345.5969 www.hickoryflat.org Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-2883 www.hollyspringsumc.com Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591- 0837 www.mtgilead-umc.org Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Emerson 4010 Canton Road, Marietta 770-578-1533 www.emersonuu.org Unity North Atlanta 4255 Sandy Plains Rd. Marietta, GA 30066 678-819-9100 www.unitynorth.org
OTHERS
Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton 770-345-3030 www.actionchurch.tv Antioch Christian Church 3595 Sugar Pike Road Canton, GA 30115 770-475-9628 www.antiochcanton.org Antioch Church 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.antiochchurch.life
Awakening 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock 770-924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth 770-917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572 www.mormon.org Church of the Messiah 4115 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Dwelling Place Church 110 Londonderry Court #130, Woodstock www.dwellingplacemovement.org Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock, 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestoneschurch.com Fresh Springs Worship Center 1910 Eagle Drive, Suite 100, Woodstock 678-557-9841 www.freshspringsworship.com Fuente de Vida (Fountain of Life) 205 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-880-3135 www.fdvida.org God’s Rolling Thunder Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock www.godsrollingthunder.org His Hands 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock 770-405-2500 www.hishandschurch.com Hope Church 6576 Commerce Parkway, Woodstock www.HopeChurchAtl.com Iglesia Mana Para Siempre, Inc. Bilingual church Spanish & English 534 Keith Drive Canton 30114 678-880-8750 www.iglesiamanaparasiempre.com Life Church 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, Suite 108,
Canton 770-847-0170 www.lifechurchcanton.com Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth Ministry House 347 Holly St., Canton 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org Momentum 659 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 678-653-4652 www.oakleafcanton.com Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org Resurrection Anglican 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0040 www.rezwoodstock.org Revolution 125 Union Hill Trail, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Woodstock 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 11303 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-835-5795 www.thrivechapel.com Towne Lake Community 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Victory 4625 Highway 92, Acworth 770-794-7366 www.victoryga.com Woodstock City Church 150 Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock 678-880-9092 www.woodstockcity.org Woodstock Christian 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-366-7515 www.wcnga.com Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8990 www.wcchurch.org AROUND CANTON | July 2017
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AROUND CANTON DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL SERVICES Citadel Professional Services, LLC 770-952-6707
470-317-7661 www.sunbrookacademy.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS & REPAIR
BridgeMill Animal Hospital 770-479-2200 www.bridgemillvet.com
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Canton Dental Town 770-627-7260 www.dentaltownsmiles.com
Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.cherokeega-animals.org
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Cherokee Children’s Dentistry 35 770-479-1717 www.CherokeeChildrensDentistry.com
ANIMALS/PETS
ATTORNEYS Nelson Elder Care Law, LLC 678-250-9355 www.NelsonElderCareLaw.com
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Fountain View Dentistry 770-926-0000 www.FountainViewSmiles.com
AUTOMOTIVE BridgeMill Auto Care Canton location: 770-720-0765 East Cobb location: 770-641-9906
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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Schmooza Palooza 770-345-0400 www.CherokeeChamber.com
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CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS MUST Ministries www.mustministries.org
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CHIROPRACTIC Towne Lake Family Chiropractic 770-592-1877 www.townelakechiro.com
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CLEANING SERVICES Dynamic Clean Team 404-414-7743
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CREDIT UNION LGE Community Credit Union www.LGEccu.org
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Dentistry at Hickory Flat 770-213-8166 www.HickoryFlatDentist.com
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Gentle Dental Care and Georgia Dental Implant Center Inside back 770-926-2784 www.georgiadic.com Kragor Orthodontics 770-485-8827 www.kragorortho.com
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Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com
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Russell Family Dentistry 770-345-2010 www.RussellSmiles.com
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Williams Orthodontics Canton: 770-345-4155 Woodstock: 770-592-5554 www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com
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EDUCATION/INSTRUCTION Grant Academy, The 770-926-7827 www.thegrantacademy.net Sunbrook Academy
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Bryan Plumbing Services 770-826-5277
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ClearView Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing 27 770-926-1960 www.ClearViewAtl.com Frady & Hall Heating & Cooling 678-446-4927 www.FradyAir.com
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Jeffrey C. Glover, LLC 404-694-0550 www.bren-abby.com
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Mr. Junk 678-675-8651 www.mrjunk1.com
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Reliable Heating & Air 770-594-9969 www.ReliableAir.com
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LANDSCAPING Calvary Landscaping & Irrigation 770-720-1727 or 770-827-0346
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Mclellan Excavation & Landscaping 404-520-0710 www.excavationandlandscaping.com
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PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Atlanta Gynecologic Oncology 21 Atlanta, Marietta: Dr. Feuer 404-459-1900 Canton, TowneLake: Dr. Glasgow 770-721-9400 www.AtlantaGynOnc.com Atlas Orthopaedics 770-517-2257 www.atlasorthopaedics.com
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Cherokee Internal Medicine 678-238-0301 www.cherokeeim.com Cherokee Lung & Sleep Specialists Canton: 678-493-2527 Woodstock: 770-852-7740 www.CherokeeLungAndSleep.com Laureate Medical Group 770-720-2221 www.Laureatemed.com
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North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center 13 770-726-8948 www.YourHearingLink.com North Georgia OB/GYN Specialists 770-926-9229 www.NorthGaOBGYN.com
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Northside Cancer Institute 29 Atlanta Cancer Care 770-721-3800, AtlantaCancerCare.com Georgia Cancer Specialists 770-479-1870, GACancer.com Northside Hospital Cherokee www.northsidecherokee.com
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Northside Vascular Surgery 770-292-3490 www.NVS-GA.com
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Perimeter North Family Medicine 770-395-1130 www.pnfm.com
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RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT Canton Historic Downtown www.CantonHDL.com
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Cherokee County Tennis Assoc. www.cherokeetennis.org
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Cherokee Soccer Association (CSA Impact Soccer) 770-704-0187 www.csaimpact.com
Brooklynn’s www.brooklynns.com
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Flagpole Warehouse 770-974-0507 www.FlagpoleWarehouse.com
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SENIOR LIVING Oaks at Towne Lake 770-592-2195 www.oaksseniorliving.com
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CYFA.org 19 Elm St. Cultural Arts Village 678-494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org
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RETAILERS/ SHOPPING
Plastic Surgery Center of the South 28 770-421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net WellStar Kennestone Hospital
RESTAURANTS/FOOD Yumsa Market 770-757-6835 www.yumsa.com
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Cherokee YMCA 770-345-9622 www.ymcadaycamping.com
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Goddard School, The (Prominence Point) 770-720-3003 www.GoddardSchool.com
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Serving Up Hope
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are Heritage Fellowship and New Life Church, both in Canton, and Hillside United Methodist Church in Woodstock. If your church would like to become a host, MUST is in need of more sites. Every bit of help counts, no matter how large or small. “Do your little bits where you are. It’s the little bits all put together that overwhelm the world,” Beasley says. Contact her at cherokeesummerlunch@mustministries.org.
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Some seasons produce more figs than others, but I always put them to good use when Mother Nature delivers. I use them in both savory and sweet dishes, and sometimes I combine the two. Such is the case with this month’s recipe, a rosemary fig tart with mascarpone and goat cheese. I add rosemary from the herb garden when roasting the figs, and I also incorporate a small amount into the pastry crust. Combined with the tang of the goat cheese and the rich sweetness of the figs, the rosemary provides an added layer of distinctive taste. Of course, you can prepare the tart without the herb, and you also can substitute other sweet roasted seasonal fruit, such as Georgia peaches, for the figs. The crust is very forgiving, and you even can use cream cheese in place of the goat cheese for a milder filling. Just use your imagination and have fun, then enjoy the sweet rewards! So, let’s get figgy with it this summer in Canton. Here’s hoping your July is simply peachy keen. AROUND CANTON | July 2017
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AROUND CANTON | July 2017
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