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AUGUST
Etowah Golf Scramble
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Aug. 4, 8:30 a.m.
Towne Lake Hills Golf Club
The third annual event, benefiting the Etowah Football Scholarship Fund, begins with registration and breakfast. Shotgun start is set for 9:30 a.m. www.etowaheaglesfootball.com/ golftournament
“Jesse’s Gift” Premiere
Aug. 4, 7:30 p.m., 117 N. Park Square Marietta www.facebook.com/jessesgiftfilm
The movie by filmmaker and Canton resident Ken Merritt, filmed from late 2020 to early 2022 in Canton, Woodstock, Atlanta and more, tells the story of a singer-songwriter who loses everything and finds redemption.
2023 Poker Run
Aug. 5, Allatoona Lake
Register through July 15 at www.allatoonapokerrun.com. Proceeds benefit Folds of Honor Georgia.
Schmooza Palooza
Aug. 10, 4-7 p.m. Woodstock City Church
Attendees will enjoy door prizes and food while previewing the latest products and services featured at the networking event. https://cherokeechamber.com
CARES Golf Tournament
Aug. 11, 9 a.m., Fairways of Canton
Proceeds benefit Cherokee Family Violence Center. There will be breakfast, lunch, contests and raffles. https://cfvc.harnessgiving.org/ events/428
Rez Arts Night
Aug. 11, 6:30 p.m., Resurrection Anglican Church, Woodstock
Enjoy art presented by more than 20 local artists, centered around the theme, “For the Beauty of the Church.” Cody Curtis will teach on faith and the arts at the free event. https://rezwoodstock. org/artsnight
Chick-fil-A 5K
Aug. 12, 7:30 a.m., Etowah River Park https://cherokeecounty5k.com
The 10th annual race will benefit the Cherokee County Educational Foundation and Cherokee County Special Olympics.
Chamber Classic
Aug. 14, 8 a.m., BridgeMill Athletic Club https://cherokeechamber.com
The 20th annual golf tournament begins with registration. Shotgun start is at 9:30 a.m.
Great Georgia Pollinator Census
Aug. 18-19, 10 a.m.-noon https://cherokeemastergardeners.com
This project allows all ages to participate in counting insects. The Cherokee County Master Gardeners will have two census locations. On Friday and Saturday, stop by the Cherokee County Senior Center to participate. On Saturday, you also can visit Cherokee Veterans Park’s Backyard Agriculture Education Station.
BEATS Gallop and Go 5K
Aug. 19, 9 a.m.-noon, Etowah River Park
Enjoy the race, fun run, vendors, games, meet therapy horses and more. www.cantonga.gov/events
Teasley Golf Tournament
Aug. 25, 7:30 a.m., Fairways of Canton
The PTSA fundraiser kicks off with check-in, followed by the shotgun start at 9 a.m. A buffet lunch will be served at the clubhouse. https://golf2grow.com/ teasley-middle-ptsa-1
Bryce Leatherwood Concert
Aug. 25, 7:30 p.m., Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater www.woodstockparksandrec.com
The Whiskey Rose Band will open the free concert.
Unwind Wednesdays
Aug. 30, 5:30-8 p.m., Cherokee Veterans Park, Canton
The last Wednesday of each month, through October, bring your lawn chairs and blankets for dinner and special activities. www.playcherokee.org
September
Community Sale
Sept. 9, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Little River Methodist Church, Woodstock
A missions fundraiser, individuals and businesses will have items for sale. The event is free to the public. For more details, visit www.littleriverumc. info or call 770-926-2495.
Kid Biz Expo Golf Tournament
Sept. 11, Bridgemill Athletic Club
There will be breakfast, lunch, a practice session, door prizes, swag bags and a silent auction. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Cherokee County first responders. https://golf2grow.com/kid-biz-expo
North Georgia State Fair
Sept. 21 - Oct. 1, Jim. R. Miller Park, Marietta
The fair features live music, free attractions and shows, farm animals, local entertainment, rides, food and more. www.northgeorgiastatefair.com
3- and 6-Hour Mountain Bike Race
BridgeMill Farmers Market
Through Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays, 1190 BridgeMill Ave., Canton
Open to the public. Watch for updates on Facebook: @bridgemillfarmersmarket. Vendors can contact bridgemillfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
MadLife Stage & Studios
Events listed are held monthly at 8722 Main St., Woodstock. http://madlifestageandstudios.com
The 2023 Atlanta Blues Challenge, presented by The Atlanta Blues Society, Aug. 20, 1 p.m.
Electric Avenue: The ’80s MTV Experience, Aug. 25, 7 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.
Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience, Aug. 26, 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
Countries from Asia, Africa, North America and South America, including Venezuela, were represented at the 2022 Multicultural Festival.
Canton Multicultural Festival
Sept. 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Etowah River Park
The free event will feature a soccer tournament, food tasting, performances, music and more. www.cantonga.gov/events
Concert in the Park: Guardians of the JukeBox
Sept. 9, 7-10 p.m., downtown Ball Ground https://cityofballground.com/events
Sept. 30, 9:30 a.m., Blankets Creek Trails, Canton https://mountaingoatadventures.com/ blankets6hour
Riverfest
Sept. 23-24, 10 a.m., Etowah River Park
The 39th annual arts and crafts festival will feature more than 150 vendors, local entertainers and more. Admission is $7. https:// serviceleague.net/fundraisers/riverfest.
Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup
Sept. 30, Allatoona Lake
Registration is open through Sept. 25. www.lakeallatoonaassoc.com
Downtown Woodstock
Walking Tour Series
Tours offered every 30 minutes from 6-7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person. Sales begin two weeks before the tour date at the Woodstock Visitors Center or on the Downtown Woodstock Facebook and Instagram pages. For more information, call 770-924-0406.
The Art of Woodstock - Aug. 31
How Downtown Woodstock Revitalized - Sept. 28
Weird Woodstock - Oct. 26
Lantern Series
At the Woodstock Arts Event Green; shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Check for updates at www.woodstockarts.org.
Penny & Sparrow - Aug. 5
Nefesh Mountain - Aug. 26
Parson James - Sept. 30
Fox Royale - Oct. 21
Woodstock Summer Concert Series
The free concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater. www.woodstockconcertseries.com.
Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute - Aug. 12
Drivin N Cryin - Sept. 9
