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September 2015 Volume 3, Issue 6
14 Back to School
Lots of smiles on the faces of Cherokee students.
18 A Letter from Mom
Canton mother shares advice she gave her three children.
20 A County-wide Effort
“Champion” is the most recent movie embraced by Cherokee.
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24 Healing and Horses
At-risk youth learn to trust at Healing Hands Youth Ranch.
30 Everyday Angels
Accident in Alabama ends baseball career of Etowah grad.
32 Pooch Pleasers
Toys, apparel and bathing products for your discriminating pup.
34 Meditation Garden
Create a special place to spend your quiet moments
48 Check out Local Libraries
More than just books available this month at your neighborhood library.
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24 In Every Issue
Contributing Writers Chantel Adams Don Akridge Bill Bingham Siobhan Brumbelow Cherokee Office of Economic Development Bonnie Clark Amy Cobb Claire Frost Johnathan Gilvarry Delia Halverson Dr. Scott Harden Dr. Jan Henriques Beth Hermes Jenna Hill
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Toni Ann Isles Kurt & Sheila Johnson Sean Kaufman Venéssa Lanier Dr. Mike Litrel Rob Macmillan Joe McKechnie Dr. Scott Miller Beth Ray Susan Schulz Jessica Leigh Smith Jodi Tiberio Scot Turner Lynne Watts
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Birthdays
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Community News
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Community Calendar
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Everyday Angels
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School News
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Dining Guide
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Recent Home Sales
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Greenprints Trail Map
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Advertisers Index
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AROUND SIXES The People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Sixes/Canton/ Holly Springs What’s New
Kudos!
Indigo and Oak is a women’s clothing store that has opened at 186 North Street. Hours are 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. TuesdaySaturday. 678-605-6515. Check out Indigo and Oak on Facebook. Southern Charm Boutique is open at 182 North Street. Southern Girl was previously located in Ball Ground, where they were open for a year and a half. 678-880-8609. www. southerncharmgirl.com. Picasso’s Corner, located in downtown Woodstock at 9550 Main St., Suite 150, is under new management. The new owner, Brad Dalton, hopes to turn the business into a fully functioning art studio. Drawing and painting classes are currently offered and Dalton hopes to add ceramic and pottery classes. For more information, visit the website, http://picassoscorner.net/ or call 770-591-2707.
What’s Coming The grand opening of Pie Bar, 8720 Main St. in downtown Woodstock, was scheduled for Sept. 1. Coupons for a 10 percent discount will be available in the shop through 6. www.orderpiebar.com The city of Woodstock should break ground on the new Woodstock amphitheater in September, after the last concert of the fall season. The venue will have a permanent bandstand, audiovisual equipment and civic lawn seating. The plan is to have it completed in the spring of 2016 before the concert series starts back up, according to Mayor Donnie Henriques. Truck & Tap is a unique restaurant concept conceived by PREP Atlanta, Cliff Crider and Barrel & Barley owner, Zach Yurchuck. It is scheduled to open in downtown Woodstock in mid-September and will feature rotating food trucks, craft beer and wine, nitro coffee and cane sugar sodas. Cliff said the space will feature indoor/outdoor dining in a relaxed atmosphere. The rotating food trucks will park out back and diners can sit at the counter or bar inside, or on the outside deck or yard. Truck & Tap will be in the spot formerly occupied by the barbershop, at 8640 Main St. Follow the progress at www.facebook.com/ truckandtap or www.truckandtap.com. Planet Fitness is planning to open a location at 299 Molly Lane, the site of the former Office Depot near Lowe’s off Highway 92 in Woodstock.
What’s Moved Nesnick Family & Sports Chiropractic has moved to 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 340, Woodstock 30189. 770-516-2323. www.nesfamchiro.com. 4
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RiverFalls Neighborhood Canton, GA: Rick and Charlotte Taylor, Laura and Scott Russell, Cheryl and David Young, Dale and Helen Rosconi and Sue Dews.
Congratulations to the River Falls neighborhood in Canton for winning the Best Dressed Table Contest at a recent First Friday event in downtown Canton. The winners were Rick and Charlotte Taylor, Laura and Scott Russell, Cheryl and David Young, Dale and Helen Rosconi, and Sue Dews. The contest is a recent addition to First Fridays in Canton. The winners are chosen by a panel of city officials and receive a goody basket that includes certificates to downtown establishments. Tables seat eight and rent for $50. To reserve a table for a future First Friday event, email micah-fowler@canton-georgia.com or 770-704-1548. Stout’s Growlers, which offers a selection of craft beer and boutique wines, recently celebrated a one-year anniversary at 188 North Main Street. 678- 899-6684. www.stoutsgrowlers. com.
Canton and Ball Ground have made a list of 11 Most Beautiful, Charming Small Towns in Georgia. For details, visit www.onlyinyourstate.com/georgia/beautiful-small-towns-in-ga.
Cherokee Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cuttings Cherokee Theatre Co., P.O. Box 5885, Canton 30114. www.cherokeetheatre.org. The Crest at Laurelwood leasing office, 10247 Highway 92, Woodstock 30188. http://crestatlaurelwood.com. Crooked Creek Furniture and Gifts, 12746 Cumming Highway, Canton 30115.
Candi Hannigan is the executive editor of Sixes Living. She has lived in Cherokee County for 28 years. Send your comments or questions to Candi@AroundAboutMagazines.com.
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Community Board The Sixes Living Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders who assist us as contributors to the magazine, judges for the annual Trailblazer award and advisors who offer valuable feedback. Pat Gold moved to Canton 33 years ago when she married Dr. Homer (Nugget) Gold. After 18 years with Delta Airlines and another 12 working for the Cherokee County School District, Pat began volunteering. She serves on the boards of the Cherokee County Arts Center, the Canton Main Street Program, Canton Tourism, Inc., and chairs the Canton Planning Commission. Pat and her husband have four children and four grandchildren. Pharmacist Dale Coker owns Cherokee Custom Script Pharmacy in Holly Springs and lives in Woodstock with wife Susan. The University of Georgia graduate is vice president of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. His community involvement has included Cherokee County Habitat for Humanity, youth league coaching and church leadership. Dale’s latest achievement is co-inventing the patented TopiCLICK, a topical metered dosing device. Cindy Crews is a longtime Cherokee County educator. She joined the Sixes community as assistant principal of Sixes Elementary School in 2011 and is now principal. Cindy and her husband, Andy, have lived in Woodstock for 20 years, and they have two young adult daughters. Her motto: Children are the future of the human race; teach them well. Dr. Joe McKechnie senior pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church, grew up in Cobb County. After earning a degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Georgia, Joe spent six years as a television sportscaster. He has a master’s degree from Asbury Theological Seminary and a doctorate of ministry from Southern Methodist University. Joe and wife Catherine have two children, David and Grace Ann. Sonia Carruthers is the executive director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS and the Cherokee Youth Works program, based in Holly Springs. The Cherokee County native grew up in Canton and has lived in Woodstock with her son and daughter for the past 17 years. She is very active in the community and currently serves with local and regional organizations to strengthen families and children. Chantel Adams is the founder and CEO of Forever We, Inc., a socially responsible toy company that believes every child deserves a forever family, safe housing and a healthy body. She has a biology degree from the University of Evansville, serves on the Executive Board of Highland Rivers Health, and volunteers with the Cherokee County Juvenile Court. Chantel and her husband, Gavin, live in Canton and have four children. 6
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Sixes Living Publisher AroundAbout Local Media, Inc. ALM President Patty Ponder Patty@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3322 Controller Denise Griffin Denise@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3315 Market Manager Christie Deese Christie@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3324 Executive Editor Candi Hannigan Candi@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3309 Assistant Editor Jackie Loudin Jackie@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3318 Art Director Michelle McCulloch Michelle@AroundAboutMagazines.com 770-615-3307 Page Designer Laura Latchford Laura@AroundAboutMagazines.com Sixes Living, a publication of AroundAbout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly magazine created to build a sense of community and pride in the Sixes, Holly Springs and Canton areas by sharing positive stories and timely information. A total of 16,500 free copies are distributed monthly; approximately 15,200 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. Sixes Living welcomes your comments, stories and advertisements. The deadline is the 10th 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. Sixes Living 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 2015. Sixes Living PMB 380 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620 Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: Christie Deese, 770-615-3324 Website: www.sixeslivingmagazine.com Powered by Volume 3, Issue 6
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Celebrations!
Audrey Hopkins
Age 7 on Sept. 17 Happy Birthday to our amazing daughter and big sister! Love, Daddy, Mommy and Alex.
Finley Paige Roe
Age 3 on Sept. 19 We love you so much! Mom, Dad, Kylie and Presley
Aiden Thomas
Age 8 on Sept. 18 Happy birthday, Aiden Joel. Always my #1. Love you to the moon and back! Love, Mom
The Lodge at BridgeMill
Celebrating September birthdays are, from left, back row: Leroy Aden, Toni Santinelli, Joy Blackstock, Betty Tepel, Paul Crane, From left, front row: Mary Murphy and Nancy Dunken.
Alice Ada
Born on June 1, 2015 to grateful parents Peter and Corinne Schroeder.
The Lodge at BridgeMill
Celebrating September birthdays are, from left: Bob Edwards, Janie Rogers, Aneta Barcus, Gerda Cougan, Fannie Roberson and Allman Hogsed. Not pictured but also celebrating are Regina Dillion, Bill Clark and Shirley Seymour.
ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE FREE! Troy Andrew Wilbanks
Age 2 on Sept. 4 Happy Birthday to the Beast!! We love you so much, our big boy Troy. Two years old and wearing size 4. Love, your family
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS
Share What You Care About
Volunteers gathered at the awards ceremony were, from left: John Fuller, Betty Tenney, Pat Anderson, Jean Ballard, Toni Chapman, Kathryn Leach, Martha Hughes, Wanda Hollenbeck, Mary Lyle, Marlene Niedermeier, Venette Williams and June Webb.
Main Street Canton wants to know what about the city you care about the most. Join the Main Street members in Fincher-Adkins Park at 6 p.m. Sept. 9 to hear local performer Michael Jacobs, and to enjoy Angelfire barbecue. Everyone who attends the hour-long event will get a chance to grab a piece of chalk and write on the Share Board (a chalkboard wall) to express what he or she loves about Canton.
Volunteers Honored for 1,000 Hours of Service
Calling All Superheroes
The Northside Hospital-Cherokee Auxiliary recently honored volunteers who have achieved 1,000 hours of service and recognized the 2015 auxiliary scholarship recipients. “Our auxiliary volunteers work hard each and every day to serve the hospital, our patients and the community,” said Billy Hayes, CEO of Northside HospitalCherokee. “Their contributions are extraordinary; I appreciate all that they do.” The volunteers who were honored are: Pat Anderson, Woodstock; Jean Ballard, Waleska; Gail Billion, Woodstock; Toni Chapman, Woodstock; Linda Cornell, Canton; Bill Cornell, Canton; John Fuller, Woodstock; Kathleen Gossett, Canton; Margaret Harris, Woodstock; Wanda Hollenbeck, White; Martha Hughes, Canton; Stella Korowotny, Canton; Kathryn Leach, Canton; Vivian Little, Ball Ground; Mary Lyle, Alpharetta; Barbara Maksym, Waleska; Marlene Niedermeier, Woodstock; Betty Tenney, Woodstock; June Webb, Canton; and Venette Williams, Waleska. Recipients of the 2015 Northside Hospital-Cherokee Auxiliary Scholarship ($1,000 each) were Baylee Cart of Woodstock, and Courtney Knight and Amy McCloskey of Canton. The scholarship is open to auxiliary members, Northside employees or immediate family pursuing a health-related educational program as a student in an accredited college, university or health-related technical school. The Northside Hospital-Cherokee Auxiliary began serving the hospital and community in 1961 and is committed to service and education. Today, there are more than 80 active volunteers, Scholarship recipients Courtney who give more than 17,000 hours of service each Knight, left, and Amy McCloskey year. For more information, 770-720-5282 or with scholarship committee chair Sandi Taylor, center. nhcherokeeauxiliary.com.
If you’ve ever wanted to be a superhero, here’s your chance. The 4th annual CASA Superhero 5K and Fun Run will take place on Oct. 3 at Heritage Park in Canton. Presented by Amerigroup Real Solutions in Healthcare, the event will end with a “Justice is Served” after-party, featuring best traditional, most original and best family/team costumes contests, food, entertainment, face painters, a bounce house and more. The fun run starts at 9 a.m., and the 5K runs at 9:15 a.m. For more details, visit www. casacherokee.org or go to the CASA Superhero Run Cherokee page on Facebook. The race is part of the 2015 Black Bag Race Series.
Canton Heroes are Honored Four Canton police officers and a Cherokee County Sheriff’s deputy have been recognized for saving the life of a suicidal woman who called 911 and said she was going to jump off a bridge. After locating the caller, the law enforcement officers were able to make their way behind her without being detected, and remove her from the ledge of the bridge. The heroes who were recognized are: Corporal James McPherson, officers Christian Cruz, Mary Turner and Brantley Worley, and Cherokee S.O. K-9 Deputy Christopher Bryant.
Make Main Street a Destination The Canton Historic Downtown Loop (Main Street Program, www.cantonhdl.com) is looking for people who would like to get involved in making the city’s main street a destination. Among the ways to get involved include: • Volunteering to help with the family-friendly First Friday; you can pick which month(s) you want to volunteer; or • Volunteering to be a part of one of the committees that meet for one hour each month. Organization meetings are held at 9 a.m. every first Tuesday; the Economic Restructuring committee convenes at 9:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month; Promotions (currently full) meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday; and the Design Committee gets together at 4 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. For more information, contact micah.fowler@ canton-georgia.com
Old Tires = New Mulch
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If you missed the opportunity to bring your old tires to Canton’s tire recycling event, don’t worry. Because of the success of this summer’s drive (507 tires were collected), city officials are planning another event in the spring. Check for the date at www.cantongeorgia.com. Tires collected during the recycling event will be shredded and used for mulch.
WHERE CAN YOU FIND A NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL -CHEROKEE DOCTOR? AT A PTA MEETING. The physicians and staff of Northside Hospital-Cherokee are some of the most talented and professional individuals the world of medicine has to offer. They are also your neighbors. Most of our team lives right here in Cherokee County. Northside HospitalCherokee is devoted to supporting local community organizations, venues and schools. It’s because we live here, too.
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS It’s Fair Time
The 89th annual Cherokee County Fair will be held Sept. 22-27 in Canton. Exhibits must be entered on Sept. 20 and 21. The fair is sponsored by the American Legion Thomas M. Brady Post 45. For more information, visit www.caes.uga.edu/ extension/cherokee.
Picture supplied by Gwen Massey.
Pork & Torque BBQ and Car Show Car and barbecue enthusiasts are invited to the third annual River Church Pork & Torque BBQ, Car Show & Festival Fundraiser on Oct. 3. About 100 cars, trucks, bikes and other cool rides will be on display from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trophies will be awarded for competition. Raffles, kids play area, vendors, barbecue, treats and fun nostalgic music will also be available. For more information, call Zach at 770-265-6601 or Walt at 770-380-2121. For vendor space, contact Rita at 678-602-1532. The church is at 2335 Sixes Road, Canton. www.riveratlanta.org.
Back-to-School Bash a Success Close to 4,000 backpacks were given to children in need through the 10th annual Give a Kid a Chance - Cherokee back-to-school bash held on July 18 at Hillside United Methodist Church and First Baptist Canton. The one-day event was made possible with the help of more than 500 volunteers distributing: • 9,200 pieces of socks and underwear • More than 6,000 books • Hot lunch of hot dogs, pizza and birthday cake • More than 200 haircuts • 1,768 Bibles • 1,115 medical screenings • 1,000-plus stuffed animals More than 31 churches and countless business and civic organizations donated backpacks and supplies for the children. The mission of Give a Kid a Chance is “Helping children in need help themselves to a better education and a better future.” For more information, visit www.giveakidachance.org.
Volunteers helped families pick out outfits of nearly-new clothing.
First Baptist Canton’s supply of 1,622 backpacks, ready for eager students.
Pay it Fur-ward Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency will be collecting donations for the Cherokee County Animal Shelter. Deadline for donations is Sept. 14 and they can be dropped off at the recreation center in Woodstock, 7545 Main St., Building 200. For more information, contact Lindsey Collett at 770-924-7768 or lcollett@cherokeega.com. Items needed: • paper towels • equine pine bedding pellets • dryer sheets 12
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• dry dog food • dry cat food • hand sanitizer
• Scrubbing Bubbles • Clorox Green Works
Another Way to Give Back The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program has affiliated with Give an Hour, a national nonprofit organization providing free mental health services to military members, veterans and their loved ones. Nearly 7,000 licensed mental health professionals have provided more than 163,000 hours of care and support to those in need. To learn more, visit www. giveanhour.org or www.connected.giveanhour.org. Mental health professionals interested in joining Give an Hour can complete an online application form at www.giveanhour.org, and a Give an Hour representative will follow up with further details on the registration and orientation process.
MUST Serves Record Numbers This summer, MUST Ministries served 92,868 lunches to children in Cherokee County, with the help of individuals, civic and church groups and businesses. The total number of lunches delivered through an eight-county region was 303,524. Since the program began 20 years ago, more than two million meals have been distributed. Volunteers helping with the summer lunch program make and deliver lunches to at-risk children who may be missing a meal that they would otherwise get during the school year. Four host sites in the county were established as drop-off points for donations of food and supplies, and the spot where lunches were made. Those sites were Heritage Baptist Fellowship on Highway 140 in Canton, New Life Church off exit 14 at I-575, Hillside United Methodist Church on Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock, and Mountain View United Methodist Church on Jamerson Road in Marietta. “No matter what the needs are, it’s all supplied by donations. MUST does not buy food … these lunches came from people all over the county,” said Ranettia Beasley, summer lunch coordinator. “It starts with one person making one lunch for one child, and all of us working together is how the job Preparing lunches in assembly-line gets done.” fashion.
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The Blantons: Jonathan grade 6, McKinley grade 7 and Christopher grade 8 at Teasley Middle; Sierra grade 9 and Victoria grade 10 at Cherokee High.
Kayla Ard, Woodstock High and Chase Ard.
Jaden Prickett, grade 7 at Dean Rusk Middle School, and Cohen, grade 4 at Indian Knoll Elementary.
Willow Bixler, kindergartener at Woodstock Elementary, with dad Mark.
Luvina Aguirre returns from Indian Knoll.
Abbie Parkes, Woodstock High, and Delilah Parkes, Woodstock Middle.
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Jackson and Nicholas Murray.
Isabelle Dillon, a senior, with brother Mitch, a sophomore, attend Cherokee High School.
The Burmeisters: fifth-grader Samantha, third-grader Drew and first-grader Graham go to Woodstock Elementary School.
Knox Elementary students ready for the first day.
School ! Liberty Elementary School bus stop: Natile Fleischman; Flynn Harrod, Carter Kimpe, Cole and Cade Alexa.
Lindsey McClelland is in eighth grade Woodstock Middle.
Kylie, grade 8 at Creekland Middle, and Kolton Peace, grade 3 at Macedonia Elementary.
Ava Azzarello and Tessa Cammarata Liles, seventh-graders. x
Alex (senior) and Mallory (sophomore) Butler. x
Maggie and Molly Messerly. x
Julia Hope Sears, 5, started kindergarten at The Carpenter’s Shop in Canton.
Talon Amerson started Kindergarten at Cherokee Charter.
Presley Roe, third grade at Liberty Elementary and Kylie, sixth grade at Freedom Middle.
Madison, a freshman at Cherokee, and Teasley Middle seventh-grader Carson Mynatt.
Nicky Laczko is a junior at Sequoyah High.
Kenady (senior) and Weston Kilgore (sophomore) attend Woodstock High.
Josh Bass, Kylie Saunders, Sadie Cohen, Landon Saunders and Ethan Vecsey ready to start school at Liberty Elementary. SIXES LIVING | September 2015
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Freedom Middle School bus stop: Emily and Josey LeBlanc, Olivia Kelly, Addie Jane Harrod, Caitlin Kimpe, Bailey Arnold, Ellis Harrod and Kyle Alexa. Abbi Laczko is in fourth grade at Hickory Flat Elementary.
Chase, grade 2 at Canton Elementary, Carley, grade 7 at Teasley Middle and Seth Horton, sophomore at Cherokee High.
The Teichs: Cruz with Carys and Cadee attend Liberty Elementary.
Jennings Peppers, The Carpenter’s Shop preschool in Canton.
Kira Latchford, pre-kindergarten. 16
James Tubbs, grade 1 at Knox Elementary.
Teacher Annsley Cochran welcomes first-grader Carah Samples.
Sarah Norris, Alyson Audler, Julia Watkins, Autumn Broughton and Kennedy Anderson, Woodstock High.
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Ava, Nick, Allison are Knox Elementary students.
Evan Saxon, is ready for first grade at Sixes Elementary.
Seniors Jordan Simonds, Kenady Kilgore and Sarah Norris, Woodstock High School.
School ! Brothers Brady and Drew Harmon, Hickory Flat Elementary.
Grant and Finley Ball at Indian Knoll Elementary.
The Moores: Elijah is in ninth grade at Sequoyah High, Mariah is a sixth-grader at Indian Knoll Elementary and Angelgrace is a senior at Sequoyah.
Jacob Donley heads off to school.
Cole Ellis, seventh grader.
Shawn and Jaden Aguirre off the bus from Indian Knoll Elementary.
Kamryn McCormack is a sophomore at Cherokee High.
Nick Azzarello, first grade.
Turner Peppers, 5, started Kindergarten at The Carpenter’s Shop in Canton.
Haley Gill, fourth grade.
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A Realistic Message for Our Children BY BONNIE CLARK
Dear Kids,
As we start another school year full of hope and promise, I just want to let you in on something. And I know this is weird coming from your mother, but I’m here to tell you that you cannot be anything you want to be. As it turns out, there are lots of things you probably won’t be any good at. And that’s a good thing. It is true that life is about discovering what you were meant for…about hearing your whisper; but discovering who you really are is mostly a process of elimination by discovering who you are not. The good news is, you have a gift; the bad news is, you’re going to have to cross some things off your list to find it. Becoming who you are meant to be is a process. It used to discourage me that I was not good at math, organization, administration, fashion, decorating…the list is much longer. It seemed that the list of what-I wanted-to-be-when-I-grew-up kept getting smaller. Over time, however, I realized that God has been showing me who I really am, by showing me who I am not. I trust that He is refining me. Along the way He has revealed to me my gifts, and when I focus my efforts there, I am happy. In Romans, the Bible says, “Be honest in your evaluation of yourself.” Exactly. Don’t waste your time doing things you’re not good at - cross them off the list and move on. Seriously. And don’t feel bad about it. I’m not saying to avoid learning or challenging yourself, but don’t beat
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yourself up if you aren’t good at something; because you ARE good at something. You just have to discover what that something is that God put in your heart: the real you. Gifts are who you are. Gifts come naturally. Talents are great, but gifts are what you need to do: given by God for you to give away to the world. Learn to operate within your gifts and you will be fulfilled. And you can let the list of “things I’m not good at” get longer and smile and think, “I’m doing it. I’m discovering who I am meant to be.” That takes bravery and honesty. You cannot be anything you want to be, and you shouldn’t. Because you are a very unique piece of God’s great puzzle and finding where you fit is heaven on earth. Keep trying. Keep crossing things off. Keep in step with the Spirit, and He will lead you to what you were meant for. When the Bible says He will give you the desires of your heart, that does not mean he will give you what you want, but He will place the things to want in your heart. So babies, you cannot be anything you want to be, but you can be your you-iest YOU, and that is all you should be. Love Always, Mom
“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” - E.E. Cummings Bonnie Clark lives in Canton with her husband Keenan, owner of Clark Salon and Spa, and their three children. She enjoys writing, weightlifting and attending Watermarke Church.
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Step Two to Becoming an Actor: Get an Agent BY JESSICA LEIGH SMITH
‘Champion’ Cherokee’s film BY THE CHEROKEE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
We have all heard the saying “It takes a village to raise a child.” It’s a concept that also speaks true to the making of “Champion” the movie, the village being Cherokee County. The Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) had the opportunity to spend some time on set with “Champion,” a faith-based film focusing on fatherhood, foster care and forgiveness. In the short time spent behind the scenes, it became abundantly clear that Cherokee County as a community had a huge role in bringing this project to fruition. “This is truly a Cherokee County production,” said producer Steve Hyland. “Since this movie was in the idea stages, our community has come together to make it happen.” In fact, Hyland could not have been more complimentary of the Cherokee individuals, businesses and churches that helped bring “Champion” to life. He explained that along with the sponsors that provided meals and snacks, the majority of investors in the film live in Cherokee. He also credits Dixie Speedway, Capital Race Cars and First Baptist Church of Woodstock for going above and beyond in order to make this film. “We couldn’t have afforded to tell the Champion story without the generosity of these local partners,” said Hyland. Even the fire department stepped in to provide some on-demand rain for a scene shot in Downtown Woodstock. Judd Brannon, “Champion” director, and Hyland first sat down with COED in 2013 to learn more about the Georgia Film Production Incentives offered by the state. Hyland said those incentives made a significant impact on this lower budget project. Gov. Nathan Deal has recently reported that the Georgia film incentives, which have been heavily promoted since 2008 to attract the industry, are here to stay. “We have enjoyed watching this film come together and were happy to help,” said Misti Martin, COED president. COED Chairman Marshall Day echoed Martin’s sentiments. “Cherokee has seen an increase in productions this summer— having a film like “Champion” that is a testament to Cherokee’s supportive community is unique,” Day said. The makers of “Champion” have filmed scenes all over the county, from Waleska to Woodstock. As filming for “Champion” wrapped up, it left Cherokee with a sense of collaboration and determination. As film scouts and producers look at Cherokee in the future, we can tell the story of “Champion,” where the community came together in the name of faith and partnership to make this film a reality. The film is expected to be released in the summer or fall of 2016. 20
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Here is the process for casting a film: The production team hires a casting director who helps develop descriptions of characters and pull out sections of the script (we call them sides) for auditions. That casting director sends the information to agents and asks the agents to send their top choices. From what the agent sends, the casting director chooses a small pool to audition. Then there are callbacks until finally one actor is cast. Very rarely does a casting director ever allow someone to audition who was not sent by an agent, so you can see the necessity of having an agent. You may want to know how to get an agent. I want to reframe your thinking and suggest you ask instead, “How can I get the right one?” You can search online in Atlanta alone and quickly find 10 or more agencies. Because of this, you can sign with an agent very easily, probably this week. But would it be the right agency, someone who can help you get auditions and jobs? Remember I said that casting directors ask agents to submit their talent? Those casting directors don’t ask every agent to submit: only those with a good reputation for having professional talent. Those agents can be picky, so submission could take six months or longer. Your job is to remain patient. Submit your best stuff to the agents, but don’t sit around waiting to be called in. Take classes. Do a community theater play. Watch professional theater. Taking classes is good for many reasons, but one great reason is it can introduce you to people who may help you land an agent. Maybe your teacher will be so impressed with you she will recommend you to an agent friend. Or maybe one of your classmates will put in a good word for you with his agent. Before you submit to an agent, do your homework. Get a list of films and TV shows filming in Georgia. Go to IMDb.com and look up those projects. Look at the cast lists for those projects and look for the actors that seem to be booking all of them. Look at the IMDb.com pages for those actors and find their résumé or read in their bios for information on which agency they are signed with. This is how you will find out which agencies in Atlanta have the most working actors. Now you have a small list of very reputable agencies in Atlanta. Some will be difficult to get into, but some are up-and-coming agencies in Atlanta. Their rosters are not quite as full, but they are respected and do get requests from the casting directors to submit actors. Then, research their websites. A reputable agent will never charge you money to read for him or her or to sign on. A reputable agency also never offers classes or headshots. When you look at the websites, don’t be taken in completely by the projects they claim their actors have worked on. Sometimes an agency’s roster is filled with background actors and they claim continued on page 62
Jessica Leigh Smith lives in Cherokee County with her family and is an actress and producer. JessicaLeighSmith.com and Facebook.com/NotFinishedInc.
Off-Road Driving is Detrimental to Land and Water BY AMY COBB
As the summer recreation season draws to a close and our water begins to recede, park rangers at Allatoona Lake devote more attention to some of the other management issues we have, one being environmental degradation caused by illegal use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on public land that we are entrusted to protect. The public land surrounding Allatoona Lake is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to assure the conservation of natural resources for present and future generations. The public can help us be good environmental stewards by helping protect this land, especially when it comes to the use of ATVs. It is in violation of Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations to use ATVs, motorcycles or
off-road vehicles on public lands without authorization. Many of the areas surrounding Allatoona Lake are posted with restrictive signs, and barricades block some access points. However, whether areas are posted or not, it is illegal to ride motorized vehicles on these public lands that surround the lake. Violators of these regulations will be cited and may be required to appear in federal magistrate court with fines reaching up to $5,000. A mandatory appearance in magistrate court may be required if the violator is charged with destruction of public land. Operating off-road vehicles on lands and shorelines of Allatoona Lake results in serious long-term damage to the land, destruction of natural vegetation and wildlife habitats, soil compaction, increased pollution of the lake, and impaired water quality for the hundreds of thousands of residents whose drinking water is drawn from the lake. Besides environmental concerns, off-road activity near neighborhoods can decrease the value of homes. Many subdivisions have set up Neighborhood continued on page 62
Park Ranger Amy Cobb is a Georgia native and has been a Corps Ranger at several locations around the South.
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Makeovers Add to Homecoming Fun BY JODI TIBERIO AND VENÉSSA LANIER
The fall season is the time of year when we look forward to cooler temperatures, wearing sweaters, watching football and the excitement of high school homecoming. Dress shopping is almost as fun as going to the dance. What’s more fun than looking at and trying on all the newest styles? Taylor and Lexi were invited to get their hair and makeup done at Salon and Spa Venéssa, and to try on a couple of the new homecoming-style dresses at Brooklynn’s. There is something to suit everyone, from “cupcake” dresses with sparkle to more basic styles. Cupcake dresses, popular in the bright jewel tones, get their name from the swirly skirting made of tule. They often have some bling on the bodice in either a strapless or tank-style top.
Girls who want a sophisticated approach may select a “body con,” or body contouring style, which is a more form-fitting style, and tend to be available in darker colors. The Rising Star stylists at Salon and Spa Venéssa, Heather Henningsen and Kara Wood, decided to showcase some of the special occasion looks often requested by their clients. There are many unique hairstyles trending right now, including bohochic braids and retro-femme waves, as well as classic chignons, buns and twists. Today’s up-do style is definitely more textured, and not as “perfect” and smooth as it has been in the past. Kara’s makeover model, Taylor, has a beautiful, wavy texture to her hair; therefore, Kara used her texture to create a soft, braided up-do. The look is feminine, youthful and perfect for homecoming night. Heather’s model, Lexi, has silky blonde hair, so Heather created a wavy, side-swept ponytail and added a braid for texture - also a youthful, ideal style for homecoming. Esthetician Amy Chandler gave both girls a finishing touch of makeup using Aveda’s new fall palette, Sublime Spirit. The trend for fall is softto-bold; Amy chose a bold Blue Lotus eye color, and a softer lip color called Pink Clover. The look is fresh, beautiful and compliments Taylor’s dark hair and black dress. Lexi’s colorful dress also called for a bold eye and softer lips; Amy chose a nude Sandstone lip color for Lexi. Seeing the transformations of these two beautiful young ladies makes the fall season and Homecoming a time we can all look forward to. After having their hair styled and makeup applied, the girls went back to Brooklynn’s to look through all the dresses. Taylor tried on a black “body con” dress with a lattice-style top. She also liked the burgundy halter dress with the long slit. The one-piece aqua dress Lexi is showing off features really pretty sparkle detail, and has the look of a two-piece set. The price range of the Brooklynn’s homecoming dresses is $29 to $100. Shopping for a dress is a fun and memorable experience for friends and family. We hope everyone has the time of their lives this fall at the big dance!
Jodi Tiberio owns Branches and Brooklynn’s boutiques. Contact her at Jodi@tberioretail.com. Venéssa Lanier owns Salon and Spa Venéssa, and can be reached at salonvenessa@gmail.com.
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The Healing Power of Horses BY SUSAN SCHULZ
Scrolling down the Healing Hands Youth Ranch (HHYR) Facebook page, I stopped to look at a beautiful picture of a mare with her foal. The quote on the picture read, “A horse is the projection of people’s dreams about themselves: strong, powerful, beautiful.” As I clicked the share button, I thought about the bond between humans and horses. Horses have played a key role in our progress. In the beginning, they increased our mobility, but as time marched on, our relationships with horses went much deeper. These deeper connections go on at the HHYR every day and are quite extraordinary; I discovered this by watching the young people who visit the ranch as they develop relationships with the horses. The visitors overcome fears, build trust, respect, and self-confidence, improve communication skills and problem solving, learn coping techniques, and learn how to set appropriate boundaries. One mentor, one student, and one horse meet together for 12 weeks, and when they are done the student has the courage and strength to apply these skills to all areas of life. This has been the dream come for HHYR’s founder, Jennifer Golfing Fundraiser true Simonis. She incorporated the Registration begins ranch in 2008, moved onto at 9:30 a.m., with a the Waleska property at 114 shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. Addington Lane in 2010, and Oct. 23 at The Highlands Course has been mentoring youth ages at Lake Arrowhead, 10 to 18 since 2011. With the 486 Arrowridge, Waleska 30183. Awards ceremony and help of dedicated volunteer buffet dinner at end of mentors, the ranch serves 10 the tournament. students per semester. The mission is simple: pair kids who have lived troubled lives with intuitive horses that don’t judge and love unconditionally. The program is not about teaching children to become professional 24
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riders, but letting them share in caring for a horse, helping with chores, and having fun. The ranch experience helps children who have been hurt find that life can have purpose and hope. One young girl, who was abused by her father, came to the ranch lost and hiding in her shell. By the time she left, she was transformed into a lively, bright young woman. Another child who had been bullied at school applied what she learned from Chesney, the horse at the ranch known as “the personal space invader.” After experiencing a bullying episode at school, the child returned to the ranch for her weekly session. She ran to her mentor smiling from ear to ear and said, “I did what you taught me to do with Chesney — hold my shoulders back and speak confidently. When I did, the bully walked away and didn’t bother me anymore!” I heard one parent say that the program saved her daughter’s life. With the healing power of horses, dreams are fulfilled and young people become strong, powerful and beautiful. If you would like to involve your child in this lifechanging program call 770-633-4451. If you would like to help, there are lots of ways to get involved: tax deductible monetary gifts, training to help mentor the children, and a variety of chores, including shoveling horse manure. Even if you aren’t a “horsey kind of person,” you can write newsletters or Facebook posts, or build needed shelters. Jennifer continues to dream big. A new community building is now open for parent and sibling care. Jennifer would also love to add a covered arena so sessions can take place despite inclement weather. To help with growth, sign up to take part in HHYR’s 2nd annual Golf Tournament, set for Oct. 23 at the Highlands Course at Lake Arrowhead. For more information visit www.HHYR.org.
Susan Schulz is a Bible teacher, author, wife, and mom of three grown children. She lives and plays along the Etowah River and loves serving at Watermarke Church.
Rob’s Rescues This dog is Nora. She is a mixed breed terrier and is 1½ years old. She likes to run a lot and she likes to play. We threw sticks for her that she chased and chewed. The shelter said she would not be good for very little kids. She was fine with me and my brother. There are lots of kittens in the shelter right now. Some are playful and some are not. There are three older cats, an orange one, a gray one and a white one with different colored eyes. The white one is called Little Buddy. My friend Collins Puckett had an awesome birthday party and everyone bought dog and cat food for the Rob’s Rescues pet food collection bin.
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I’m Rob Macmillan and I’m on a mission to help shelter dogs and cats. These animals are at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at 1015 Univeter Road, Canton. Contact me at robsrescues@gmail.com.
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Keys to a Faster Home Sale BY KURT & SHEILA JOHNSON
The most important factor in getting the most money for your home in the least amount of time is pricing it correctly. A study of last quarter’s FMLS single-family home sales data indicates that the median number of days on market was only 18 for homes that did not need a price reduction after being listed. These listings sold for a median of 98.8 percent of their list price. When homes are overpriced, the inverse is also true; 40.9 percent of the homes that sold last quarter needed at least one price reduction and ultimately sold for a median of 91.7 percent of their original list price and in 131 days. Determining the right price for your home is a delicate balance between a variety of analysis methods and market area experience. It’s not enough to rely only on past sales when market conditions indicate a strong upward or downward trend. Consult a Realtor who is familiar with your neighborhood and market conditions to get the right price for your home. You cannot get the most for your home if buyers aren’t asking their agents to view your property. The National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers in 2014 to determine how they found the home they purchased. More than 92 percent used the Internet for their search. With so many homes being purchased based on the appearance of photos in the listing online, it is more important than ever that your home be marketed with professional photos and high placement on the most popular online real estate portals. It’s just not enough to have your home on the multiple listing service. To get the highest price for your home, you must prepare it for sale. This may involve a mix of staging and improvements. Industry studies indicate that with the right staging, a seller can add 20 percent to the sales price. For example: $500 in staging could conservatively bring 5 percent more for a $300,000 home (or $15,000). Investors know that a fresh paint job and new carpet ($10,000) can add $30,000 to the value of a home. That’s over a 200 percent return on those repair costs. The goal is to get the most for your home with the least amount of money spent on staging and improvements. The more traditional marketing and social media methods are important, too. Open houses, Facebook posts, print advertising and “Just Listed” postcards to your neighborhood are effective ways to enlist the help of your neighbors to find a buyer for your home. This method of marketing seems to be more effective in a community like ours because so many of the homes sold are bought by other community residents wishing to upsize or downsize.
To get the highest price for your home, you must prepare it for sale.
Kurt and Sheila Johnson are Keller Williams Top Producing Agents and have served Cherokee County for more than 10 years. www.KurtandSheilaTeam.com.
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Cherokee Chamber Benefits BY SCOT TURNER
Starting your own business can be an overwhelming experience. In today’s heavily regulated marketplace, it isn’t as simple as it once was to hang a shingle with your name on it and start serving your customers. For the small business owner, every day is filled with decisions on how to run your business that may have little to do with what you actually do. For example, what kind of insurance should you have for your business? What are the rules for treating an employee as a subcontractor? What are some ways to effectively market your business? Are there networks a business owner can join that will help in all of these area? As a state representative, I am always looking for ways to get the government out of the way of the small business owner. And as a business owner, I am always looking for resources that can help me to run an efficient and profitable business. To help me accomplish both, I am glad that we have the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce as an outstanding resource. Allow me to make an important point for a moment: The Cherokee County Chamber is not like the Georgia Chamber. What I mean by that is that the Cherokee Chamber is focused on small, local businesses, and giving them tools to be better at what they do and better members of our local economy. While the Georgia Chamber advocates for large and international businesses, our local chamber is more concerned with how Cherokee County can be the best place to own a business in Georgia. To that end, every small business owner in our county owes it to his or her business to see what the Cherokee Chamber has to offer. I have found my membership to be an invaluable tool in marketing my own business. The Chamber offers monthly events that give members an opportunity to network and learn about other businesses in Cherokee County. I have taken advantage of these, whether they are scheduled at breakfast, lunch time or after hours. The result has been astounding and has allowed me to network and introduce different business owners to each other so that they can conduct business together. The Cherokee Chamber also offers training classes to its members that cover topics from how to have an engaged workforce to getting better results from your marketing campaigns. These classes, called Businesses Learning About Solutions Through Training, or BLASTTs, are held once a month. Many business owners take advantage of this valuable resource to learn how to be better business owners. One annual Chamber activity I look forward to is presenting our local legislative delegation with a survey of its members. Through the survey, we get to see what kind of challenges our local businesses are facing. We get genuine feedback on how our legal and regulatory environment impacts our small business owners, and their ideas on how we can address problems. If you are interested in learning more about the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, visit www.cherokeechamber.com. If you take the time to get involved as a business owner, you are likely to help both our community and your business.
Scot Turner, an IT professional, is the State House Representative for District 21. He can be reached at 678-576-2644 or www.facebook.com/turnerforhouse.
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Out & About Through Sept. 26
Digging for Treasure: A History of Mining in Cherokee County exhibit at the Cherokee County History Museum, 100 North St., Suite 140 in Canton. The exhibit explores many types of mining, beginning with the Gold Rush of 1829. 770-345-3288. www.rockbarn.org.
Thursdays in Sept.
The September Brown Bag Concert Series of free lunchtime concerts will take place noon-1 p.m. Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. Bring your lunch and a chair and enjoy free music. www.woodstockga.gov.
Sept. 11
9/11 Day of Remembrance begins at 7 p.m. in The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. The Woodstock Jaycees and the city of Woodstock are hosting the event, which commemorates the 14th anniversary of the 9/11 attack with a service honoring those who died in the attack, as well as the men and women wearing police, fire and rescue uniforms. Doc Severinsen and his big band will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. at Reinhardt University’s Falany Performing Arts Center. Severinsen was a regular on “The Tonight Show” for three decades. For ticket information, visit www.reinhardt.edu/fpac.
Sept. 11-12
The Georgia Master Gardener Association state conference will be held at the University of North Georgia’s Hoag Auditorium in Dahlonega. Guest speakers will be Sharon Collins of Georgia Outdoors and Kip McConnell of Southern Living, as well as Atlanta’s botanical expert Walter Reeves. www.georgiamastergardeners.org.
Sept. 12
Woodstock concert series presents Gimme Abbey, a tribute to the Rolling Stones and the Beatles (Satisfaction & The Return) at 7:30 p.m. at The Park at City Center, 103 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. www.woodstockconcertseries.com. Yard sale at Avonlea Apartments, 1000 Avonlea Place, Woodstock, will take place 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and feature antiques, jewelry, furniture, clothing, household goods, children’s items, books and more. More than 15 families are participating. For information, call Robin Bridges at 770-591-4603.
Sept. 12
The Cherokee Music Teachers Association will hold its first meeting for the 2015-16 season at 11 a.m. at the Cherokee Arts Center. Events for the year will be discussed over brunch. All visitors and those interested in the association are invited. For more details, contact Linda Lokey at linda@lokey.net.
Sept. 12
Crafts show at Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway a block off Main Street, Woodstock, will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. www.facebook.com/ LatimerHallArtsandCraftShow. Georgia Chapter of the Trail of Tears Association meeting will be held 10:30 a.m.-noon in the educational center at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive. The topic will be the role of the Cherokee Indians in the Civil War. Speaker will be Robert Jones, president of the Kennesaw Historical Society. Meetings are free and open to the public. For meeting details, email Tony Harris at harris7627@bellsouth.net.
Sept. 19
Cherokee Fest, a fundraiser for the International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association, Noon- 7 p.m. at the Elm Street Cultural Arts Space. For details, 678-372-4321 or info@cherokeefest.com. 28
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Sept. 19
Reinhardt University 5K for a Day with registration at 7 a.m., and the run/walk at 8 a.m. Pre-registration is $25, or $30 after Sept. 5. Proceeds will support Reinhardt scholarships for Cherokee County students. For more information, contact Dale Morrissey at 770-720-5506 or DSM1@Reinhardt.edu.
Sept. 20
Glorybound Quartet is hosting a concert celebrating the group’s 15th year in ministry at 6 p.m. at Canton First Baptist Church. Also featuring the Michael Lefevre Quartet, Aaron Hodges and ReNay Lee. www. gloryboundquartet.com.
Sept. 21
MUST Charity Golf Tournament at Pinetree Country Club is open to golfers, sponsors and raffle donations. For info, call Cara Reeve at 678-218-4513 or email creeve@mustministries.org.
Sept. 25-27
“Mayfair,” a play written by Joe Frost, will be performed by Reinhardt University’s theater students. For ticket information, visit www.reinhardt.edu/fpac.
Sept. 26
The Artisans Arts and Craft Show will be held at His Hands Church, 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock. www.facebook.com/ artisansartsandcraftshow.
Sept. 26-27
Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival is scheduled for 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday at Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Highway, Canton. The juried show will feature more than 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, entertainers, children’s activities and concessions. Admission for ages 11 and older is a $5 donation. Presented by the Service League of Cherokee County. www.serviceleague.net.
Oct. 1
Hotlanta Dixieland Jazz will be in concert at Reinhardt University’s Falany Performing Arts Center. Featuring American Jazz songs from Fats Waller, Hoagy Carmichael, Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, plus many old favorites. For ticket information, visit www.reinhardt. edu/fpac.
Oct. 2
Bobcat Boogie 5K and Fun Run is set for 6:30 p.m. at Bascomb Elementary School. Runners also can enjoy food trucks, games, and a DJ. Register at active.com and search for Bobcat Boogie 5K in Woodstock. Canton First Friday block party will be held from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Canton. The theme is Oktoberfest and will feature live music by Black Wolf Moon. www.canton-georgia.com.
Oct. 3
Childhood Dreams Breakfast fundraiser for Serenade Heights will be held from 9-11 a.m. at His Hands Church, 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock. This event gives families a chance to enjoy a meal with Belle, Superman, Elsa and others. Dress up like a princess or a superhero for this event, which includes entertainment, a sing-along, crafts, raffles, bouncy houses and pancakes. Adults $10, children 12-under, $5. Adults in costume pay only child admission fee(s). To purchase tickets, visit www.serenadeheights.org.
Oct. 23
Rockin’ the River is a concert set for a 6 p.m. start, and features 2014 Georgia Male Artist of the Year Thomas Fountain at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway. Concert is free. Food trucks will be on hand. www.canton-georgia.com.
Fall Means Fabulous Festivals BY LYNNE WATTS
Are you craving a warm funnel cake or an apple dumpling? Do you love exploring local history, or the local musical scene? Do you enjoy browsing the latest creative arts and crafts? Nothing says fall like festivals, and this year, there is a festival with something for nearly every interest. The 47th Annual Yellow Daisy Festival is a tradition that has grown from a small arts and crafts show to an annual international event at Stone Mountain Park. From Sept. 10-13, festival visitors can walk the wooded trails of the park and shop the booths of more than 400 craft artists from 38 states and two countries. A Children’s Corner and crafts demonstrations are sure to entertain the kids, as well. There’s even a Men’s Den, complete with a big screen television for sports fans who don’t want to miss a game. www.stonemountainpark.com/events/yellow-daisy-festival. The city of Kennesaw hosts the Taste of Kennesaw festival on Sept. 12, with more than 40 restaurants participating. The festival includes activities for children, a beer garden and a cook-off with local aspiring culinary contestants. www.kennesaw-ga.gov/event/taste-kennesaw.
40th Annual Rose Lawn Arts Festival hosted by Cartersville, Sept. 19-20, on the grounds of the
Rose Lawn Museum, a beautifully restored Victorian mansion in downtown Cartersville. Rose Lawn was once the home of the evangelist Samuel Porter Jones, for whom Nashville’s Union Gospel Tabernacle, now the Ryman Auditorium, was built. Visit the many fine arts and crafts booths or take a guided tour of the historic house. www.roselawnmuseum.com/festival.
The Marietta StreetFest, held Sept. 19 at the Marietta Square, is an annual fundraiser for the Marietta Museum of History. Stroll through arts and crafts booths, visit the museum for free, or check out the car show during the Hubcaps and History Cruise-In. Children will enjoy the free activities in the Children’s Zone. Make a day of it, and stay until Saturday evening, when you can enjoy local talent playing at the Marietta Grassroots Music Festival. www.mariettahistory. org/marietta-street-fest. Journey back in time as the Atlanta History Center hosts the Fall Folklife Festival on Sept. 26. Tap your foot to the sounds of musicians performing bluegrass and folk music, while sampling local cuisine from Atlanta-based food trucks. Listen to lectures on everything from the history of moonshine in Georgia to the art of gourmet pickling, and enjoy Johnnie Gabriel’s southern baking demonstration. You might even get to sample a delicious peach dessert. www.atlantahistorycenter.com.
Lynne Watts is an author, speaker, coach, mom and a retired Cherokee County School District counselor. She can be reached at www.lynnewatts.com.
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EVERYDAY Identifying people in need in our community.
Joey Hume, a 20-year-old college student athlete, understands the pain and devastation of personal loss too well. Over the past several years, he has endured the death of his grandfather and cousin, as well as the sudden loss of his longterm girlfriend, who passed away in a car accident. On July 1, Joey was dealt another life challenge to overcome. After graduating from Etowah High School in 2013, Joey received “Who would ever know the a full academic scholarship to greater graces of comfort Montevallo University in Alabama, and perseverance, mercy and was recruited to pitch for the baseball team. He had just and forgiveness, patience completed his sophomore year and was attending summer classes and courage, if no shadows when, on July 1, 2015, while fell over a life?” - Ann Voskamp playing disc golf with friends, Joey unknowingly ran into an unmarked Tracy has not left Birmingham since the accident and electrically charged area to retrieve the disc. A sudden bolt Joey’s dad drives back and forth each week since he must of shock entered Joey’s body through his wrist and exited his continue working to support his family. “Joey is fortunate to body through his thigh, knees and feet, causing third-degree be alive today and we are grateful. We often feel helpless and burns and severe muscle and nerve damage. Joey was rushed overwhelmed but understand that things could have been to University of Alabama Hospital, Birmingham (UAB). Tracy, much worse for our son and remain focused on that blessing,” Joey’s mom, vividly recalls receiving the phone call. “I had to says Tracy. There are many financial unknowns ahead. The hear his voice. I needed to know he was still alive,” she said. daily costs of hotels, meals and gasoline wasn’t something Joey was in ICU when his parents arrived in Birmingham. “It they had budgeted for. Everyday Angels would like to show the looked like gunshot wounds [where the electricity exited] from Hume family our love, support and encouragement by assisting the inside of his body and Joey was in excruciating pain,” says with these expenses. Everyday Angels will be accepting gas Tracy. Joey remained in ICU until doctors were certain his vital cards, food cards and funding for temporary housing for the organs had not been compromised or damaged. Since that family. Meanwhile, please include Joey and his parents in your day, he has undergone numerous reconstructive surgeries to daily prayers for strength and patience in the months ahead. repair his damaged muscles and nerves. There have been a few setbacks that have slowed the healing process, including collapsed veins and a blood infection. Once doctors repair his Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Cherokee County since muscle and nerve damage, they will proceed with numerous 2000. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www.everydayangels.info to donate via Paypal or send your skin grafts and intensive therapy. Joey has been in unbearable donations to: Everyday Angels, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite pain, is barely able to walk and has limited use of both hands. 620, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will His baseball career is over. Joey will remain in Birmingham to 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 complete his surgeries for the next several months, followed by aaeverydayangels@gmail.com for consideration and qualification. two years of rehabilitation. 30
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Pooch Pleasers
AND DOGGIE DELIGHTS
BY CHANTEL ADAMS | CHANLYNNADAMS@GMAIL.COM
On a warm spring day nearly four and a half years ago, we found our dog, Hammy...or rather, he found us. Before Hammy, I had never owned a dog in my life. Now, I can’t imagine life without that furry little cuddle-bug. He’s a ferocious barker, a compulsive licker, and every time I sit down to write, he parks himself right next to me. We are lucky to have him. He’s five solid pounds of stinky joy. In honor of Hammy, I’m featuring some fun products just for dogs plus a couple of our family’s personal favorites.
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I didn’t even know Burt’s Bees made shampoos for dogs! I’ve given away many a gift basket filled with goodies for new babies, but dogs? What a find! Tuesday morning carries the entire line for just $6.99 a bottle. That’s nearly 50 percent off retail!
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house smelled like potatoes mixed with applesauce. Since then, I’ve invested in a wide variety of odor-neutralizing products. Thankfully, no one has ever told me that my house smells like wet dog, but if they do, I know where to find these soy-based scented candles. The blue serenity smells heavenly, but with more than a dozen scents to choose from, everyone is sure to find a scent they like. Get yours for $10.99 at BridgeMill Pets located next to the Publix on the corner of Sixes Road and Bells Ferry Road.
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and with it comes cooler temperatures. One of my pet peeves is seeing dogs dressed as people, but if you’re into that sort of thing, BridgeMill Pets carries these adorable puffy vests. They’re reversible, too! Your bad-to-the-bone dog can totally channel his inner Marty McFly. Like totally. $16.99 and up.
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I have four kids, so my walls are mostly covered with their adorable faces. However, we do love our dog, and since I like to treat all my children equally, I figured I could spring for this sweet little frame. Nothing says dog quite like a bone shaped photo frame covered in little black paw prints. If you’re looking for a gift for your favorite pet lover, look no further than Willow. It’s located at Exit 19, next to Five Below, in the Target shopping center. $11.95
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I have no idea why a dog would want to play with a stuffed flea. It’s probably the same reason why my kindergartener wanted to play with the stuffed louse my best friend sent us as a joke the year her entire class literally “caught the bug.” Anyway, Hammy loves the flea. We have three sizes − small, medium, and large, and even a green-colored holiday-themed flea that wears a Santa hat. We have no shortage of fleas around our house. The weird thing is, when my brother’s dog comes to visit, she only wants to play with the flea, as well. I’ve got to think there’s something special about this insect. You can get yours at the local Publix for about $5. 32
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Remember to Parent BY BILL BINGHAM
Every parent wants to do better for their kids than was done by their parents before them. For my wife and me, that means sending our son to camp at a lake each summer. He makes the usual trek to camp for several weeks, then as the summer winds down, he goes to his grandparents’ place on the beach off Long Island Sound for two weeks. It’s a rough life he lives, but somehow he survives. After six weeks being away from home, our bright 11-year-old son texted me from Grammy’s house with a request that we send him more clothes. I couldn’t imagine that at Grammy’s of all places, every possible need he might have hadn’t been met. Upon further probing, I realized that it never occurred to him to tell his grandmother he needed his clothes washed. Wearing the same underwear for four days was, in his mind, the only logical solution. Somehow the magic maid fairy (aka my wife) hadn’t followed him to the beach this summer and he was quite put out at the result. As usual, he was very sweet and was trying to be self sufficient, but clearly there was a breakdown in the chain of command here and he was left alone, stranded off somewhere in the tall weeds on a rice patty armed with nothing but good intentions and dirty duds. Now here’s the funny part: for a split second my mind literally went into tech mode and actually thought, “Hmmm, how can
I automate this process? Some smart home device I can use to know automatically when the kid needs a wardrobe refresh. Okay. Sure. I can install the Do Button app on his phone and trigger a text to his mother....!” Will this work? Absolutely. Is it a gross distraction for both parent and child from actual, you know, parenting? Absolutely! Here’s a great idea. Why don’t I teach my son to be responsible by participating in the household laundry effort, like I did when I was 5 years old. Neither Mother nor the magical laundry fairy are going to follow this kid to college; let’s not use technology to hinder the transition. In this case, I’m happy to see tech lose out to parenting. Never fear, though, the school year has just begun. Of course, that’s just how I see the world. Your view may differ.
Why don’t I teach my son to be responsible by participating in the household laundry.
Bill, who lives in downtown Woodstock, owns several tech companies and often writes about being a new husband and father. bill@thenetaffect.com.
How to Create a Meditation Garden BY TONI ANN ISLES
Nature heals. Studies show that spending time outside decreases stress, blood pressure and feelings of anxiety and depression, and increases our immune system and sense of well-being. Combine this natural healing power with meditation, and you’ve got a serious recipe for wellness. Meditation or healing gardens are popping up all over in hospitals, spas and therapeutic centers. But you don’t have to visit a facility to experience an outdoor oasis. You can create your own meditation garden at home with a few key elements. Go green. Meditation gardens have one thing in common: greenery. The color green is soothing. It relieves tension and stress, so it makes sense to fill your sacred place with lush greenery. As an eco-bonus, choose plants that are native to your area. Get comfy. Meditation is commonly done in a seated or lying position, so pick a seating arrangement that feels best to you. Some prefer a cushion on the ground. Others favor a chair for back support. Choose whatever seating brings the most comfort and ease. Healing waters. Trickling water creates a soothing sensory experience and masks distractions. While they don’t drown out noise, still-water features like bird baths can attract wildlife. For some, simply communing with animals can be a meditative experience. 34
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A sacred entryway. Your garden’s size doesn’t matter. What does matter is that this space is designated as your own area for quiet reflection. Garden arbors, pergolas or large landscape stones at the garden’s entryway symbolize your passage from the chaotic world to a safe, sacred space. Light it up. Meditating outside provides exposure to natural light and vitamin D. Consider whether you enjoy meditating in direct sunlight or the cool shade. If you crave sunshine, choose a sunny spot but have an option for shade, such as a standing umbrella, to prevent sunburns. For evening meditators, try a glowing amber lantern. Meditation is personal. Your garden should reflect your unique version of tranquility. Maybe you prefer chimes over running water. Maybe a certain flowering plant inspires you. What matters is that your garden evokes personal serenity. Use whatever elements speak to you and reap the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of your very own meditative retreat.
Toni Ann Isles is a freelance writer, executive assistant, dog- and nature-lover, and amateur photographer. www.toniannisles.com.
The Importance of a Life Insurance Audit Is it time to review your policy? DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CFP®, CPA/PFS U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS
Life insurance is hard. It’s hard to know if you have the right kind. It’s hard to know if you have enough. And it’s hard to know if you need any at all. The insurance companies have made it even harder by coming up with bewildering names: whole life, term life, universal life. Some life insurance policies have a cash value while others do not. Some invest that cash value in the stock market while others pay a fixed rate of interest. Some insurance policies combine all of these ideas. A recent study by life insurance advocacy group LIMRA (previously known as Life Insurance Marketing and Research Association) discovered that most Americans thought a 20-year $250,000 level term life policy for a healthy 30-yearold costs about $400 a year. In reality, annual premiums for such a policy typically run about $150. No wonder, as LIMRA noted, that 83 percent of consumers forgo buying life insurance. I see this misperception all the time. In addition, some people are paying for insurance that is not right for them.1 This is why it is important for you to sit down annually with an insurance professional to review how your policy works and how it will help you to protect your family. When you’re young, a certain type of policy is needed. As you raise a family and take on more responsibilities, your needs change. At some point—when the nest is empty or other life changes occur—there may come a time where you don’t need life insurance at all or you may desperately need it to protect your estate. Reviewing your life insurance policies is one way to make sure you have the coverage that is right for you and your family now.
When is the last time you thought about your life insurance? Is it time to take another look?. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Raymond James is not affiliated with and does not endorse the opinions or services of Peter Montoya, Inc. or MarketingPro, Inc. This material was prepared by MarketingPro, Inc., and does not necessarily represent the views of the presenting party, nor their affiliates. This information has been derived from sources believed to be accurate. Please note - investing involves risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. The publisher is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional services. If assistance is needed, the reader is advised to engage the services of a competent professional. This information should not be construed as investment, tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for the purpose of avoiding any Federal tax penalty. This is neither a solicitation nor recommendation to purchase or sell any investment or insurance product or service, and should not be relied upon as such. All indices are unmanaged and are not illustrative of any particular investment. Citations. 1 - lifehealthpro.com/2013/08/30/the-shockingstatistics-behind-the-life-insurance [8/30/13]
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Atlanta • Canton • Cartersville • Marietta • Woodstock Cherokee County locations: 13 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton, 30114 and 960 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 100 & 101, Woodstock, 30188 (clinic and surgery center)
770-427-0368
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday The physicians at Northwest ENT and Allergy Center specialize in otolaryngology, the treatment of medical conditions related to the ears, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. Although it’s the oldest medical specialty in the United States, the doctors in this practice are using cuttingedge treatments and finding progressive solutions to help their patients. From infants to senior citizens, each of these patients receives comprehensive, personalized medical care.
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The physicians of Northwest ENT diagnose and treat common ear conditions such as hearing loss, dizziness and vertigo, tinnitus and Ménière’s disease. They are accompanied by The Northwest Audiology Department, a group of five audiologists that performs diagnostic testing in order to fully assess the type and degree of hearing loss. They all have the same goal: to reduce the stress and burden of hearing loss through advanced, comfortable hearing technology. Patients referred to an audiologist in the practice will receive a personalized hearing strategy and the highest quality of care. Dr. Mark Van Deusen is assisted by two of the audiologists, Dr. Katie Brown and Dr. Geralyn Drumheller, to make up the only cochlear implant team in both Cherokee and Cobb counties. Dr. Van Deusen became the first physician to perform adult cochlear implant surgery in Cherokee County in July.
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The physicians treat common sinonasal problems including congestion or nasal stuffiness, mucous drainage, headaches
and facial pressure. A thorough head and neck examination is followed by a discussion about several treatment options available. One of those options may be complete allergy testing for the medical management of season or year round allergies or surgical options for the management of nasal congestion. In addition to traditional allergy shots, Northwest ENT and Allergy Center also offers sublingual immunotherapy (allergy drops) for a more convenient, patient-friendly way of reducing and eliminating allergic symptoms. Patients can administer the drops in the privacy of their own home, thus avoiding frequent office visits.
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The Northwest Thyroid and Parathyroid Center is a branch of Northwest ENT and Allergy Center dedicated to treating thyroid and parathyroid conditions. At the Atlanta and Marietta offices, Dr. Shatul Parikh offers minimally invasive thyroid surgery for nodules, cancer, hyperthyroidism or goiters. He is a nationally recognized expert in thyroid surgery and uses a perfected technique that leaves little cosmetic evidence of a procedure. • http://www.the-thyroid-surgeon.com/ • http://www.thyroid-parathyroid.com/ “I never felt so bad in my life. How such tiny little glands can cause so much havoc in the body, I’ll never know! I found my hero, Dr. Shatul Parikh. He literally gave me my joy back! Dr. Parikh’s staff was wonderful. If you are looking to have surgery you won’t find any better. They are absolutely top notch!” — Bridget A.
The physicians at NW ENT and Allergy Center treat a wide range of medical conditions in Adults and Children from the neck up, including:
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• Head and Neck Masses
• Nasal and Sinus Conditions
• Facial Plastic Surgery
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Meet The Doctors Working In Cherokee County Dr. Kauffman sees patients in Canton and Marietta. He specializes in allergy, nasal surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, chronic ear surgery and pediatric otolaryngology. He was born and raised in Carrollton, Georgia, received his undergraduate degree from the University of West Georgia, attended medical school at Vanderbilt University, and completed his residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
“Dr. Ingley has been wonderful. She worked me in as an emergency appointment within an hour and gave me the attention I needed. She has been extremely attentive and helpful. And best of all, she had me feeling better within two days!” — Frances N.
Dr. Ingley sees patients in Canton, Marietta
and Atlanta. She has experience in all routine ENT procedures with special interest in pediatric otolaryngology and nasal/sinus surgery. Dr. Ingley grew up in Vidalia, Georgia, and received her undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia. She completed her medical studies and residency in otolaryngology at Emory University. Additionally, she was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, one of the nation’s most prestigious medical honor societies.
“Dr. Van Deusen was very kind and professional. He made me feel at ease, was very gentle, and I would recommend him to family and friends.” — Betty P.
Dr. Latif Dharamsi sees patients in Canton and
Cartersville. He enjoys treating patients with a variety of otolaryngological ailments, including allergies, sinus disease, chronic ear disease/hearing loss and head and neck cancer. He specializes in pediatric otolaryngology, endoscopic sinus surgery, revision sinus surgery and ear surgery. Dr. Latif Dharamsi received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University, and returned to Vanderbilt for medical school and residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.
Dr. Mark Van Deusen sees patients in Canton, Woodstock and Marietta. He enjoys treating patients with sinus disease, nasal obstruction and allergies. His scope of practice also includes caring for patients with ear disease and hearing loss. Dr. Mark Van Deusen grew up in upstate New York. He graduated from Binghamton University summa cum laude and attended medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, N.Y. He went on to graduate with honors before heading south to pursue his residency training in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
“I asked the nurse if I could see one of the doctors regarding my problem. She immediately set me up with your new doctor, Latif Dharamsi. He was very charming and efficiently fixed my problem. The best part was no waiting, no need for another appointment and (as always) great service. Thank you!” — Kathryn C.
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“Dr. Kauffman is an exceptional doctor! After searching for years for a solution to many issues that my son was having with his throat, Dr. Kauffman immediately diagnosed it, explained it with kindness, humor and compassion, provided an excellent treatment plan, and has since become a provider for two others in our family with allergy issues.” — Mary J.
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State Jobless Figures Overlook an Important Component BY BETH RAY
Sometimes unemployment is viewed as a mere setback that someone can recover from, with time spent scanning job boards and networking. We forget about the large, hidden population in metro Atlanta whose circumstances are challenging or out of their control, making them unable to earn the income they need to support themselves or their families. For instance, consider an aging mother’s illness that left her daughter with no choice but to leave the workforce; or the long and unsuccessful job search that convinced a worker that looking for a new job was futile; or a newlyjobless father ps who was , Wo r k s h o
aside employment. These workers intend to return to the workforce once the market improves, once they’ve completed their education, and/or when caring for their families is no longer needed. Discouraged workers, on the other hand, have attempted to seek full-time work, but have given up as a result of the unfavorable turnout of their search. Additionally, there are those who desire full-time employment but have been forced to take part-time jobs to stay ahead of bills. Because the members of the additional 4.5 percent are not actively seeking work, they are excluded from the official unemployment count, and remain largely off-radar. Of course, this does not negate their need for stable income. Because they too need a safety net as much as anyone else, we see these people every day in Employment Services at MUST Ministries. Last year, the MUST Back to Work Program assisted 679 such gs n i n i a r T clients in returning to work by teaching them how to identify b rg Jo inistries.o www.mustm their skills, write effective resumes and overcome the fear of interviewing. Oct 9 a. . 2 Ken is a 53-year-old man who left work to care 6 Sept. 1 m. Step m.-3 p e . th p. m ith .-4 for his wife until she entered nursing home w U m g a. . rin 9 p Yo for ore – partne Smy intervi ur Gam Resumes & M ber of Commerce care. He couldn’t re-enter the workforce e am Reg rna Co ws; in e - W Cherokee Ch required. o c i n m because he was unable to use the s l tio r t u ra k er o mu d No regist nlin nity es clo shop to echamber.com Oct e vi computer to apply for jobs Cen thin p www.cheroke re a ev g t 9 a. . 29 ent er, Sm closet pare online. Along with computer m y b rna at t rite Step .-3 p he Sept. 28:3-20 9p.m. . .m. U ee skills Ken learned at MUST, he p i ok n .-4 er Yo te UST Ch 8:30 a.m Handler at M Turn rviews ur Gam attended Occupational Safety ServSafe Food e at the MUST office in ; Reg er Cha includ e – W nc . iste o Apply in adva own Industrial Parkway p e r and Health Administration e s k l c r on s Br A line ME, Mlothing hop to Canton, 111 Nov training, and was hired by a major p via c a eve rietta loset repare 8:30 . 9ntb 1 f o distribution company. He has been a 1 r r OSH .m. ite. MU A 10-h - 4:30 p employed there for three years. App ST Ma our Ge .m. r l Adam, the sole breadwinner for i n y e eral 111 in a tta Indu Bro dvan unsuccessful in his family, endured a fruitless job wn stry ce a Indu t th and stria e M For replacing his full-time search after losing his position as a web klift l Pa UST r o Cer kwa ffice position, settling instead on designer. Working with a MUST job coach tific y in C atio ant n an hourly position, just to keep allowed him to find a great job that he still on, food on the table. None of these enjoys two years later. circumstances can officially be considered If you are having difficulty finding as unemployment; however, those in such work, seeking to improve your computer situations are nonetheless under strenuous pressure to skills, need help obtaining your GED or are make ends meet. seeking advice on how to return to the According to the Georgia Department of Labor, the May workforce, MUST Ministries is here to help. unemployment rate for metro Atlanta was 6.3 percent. The Email Kstrong.smith@mustministries.org for details on the Federal Reserve Economic Data Unit reported that, taking into Employment Services Programs in Cherokee County. account the less obvious unreported population, the total number of people not adequately employed was much higher - 10.8 percent. This extra 4.5 percent consists of “marginally attached workers,” discouraged workers and workers employed part-time for economic reasons. Like the daughter who quit her job to take care of her ill Beth Ray serves as Program Director for Employment Services at Must Ministries. She holds a BS in Marketing from Mercer mother, marginally attached workers previously held a fullUniversity and an MBA from Kennesaw State University. time jobs, but circumstances temporarily cause them to put 38
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Practical Jokes on Neighbors BY MIKE LITREL, MD
One evening I was cleaning my kitchen when Sissy, my neighbor Yasmin’s mother, stopped by. Sissy lives in Florida now, but she grew up in Austria. Over the years she‘s cooked some wonderful Austrian cuisine for me and my family. She sometimes tells stories from her childhood during World War II, when Allied troops marched through her village on their way to Germany. Sissy had come over to say hello and to tell me about her new place in Florida. Earlier that morning, my wife Ann had removed four overripe bananas from the freezer to make banana bread. Their slimy forms lay defrosting beside the sink. They looked almost alive, glistening like huge black slugs. Inspiration struck. Casually I held a squishy black banana behind my back and walked around the counter. I interrupted Sissy. “Have you heard about the giant flesh-eating slugs?! They’ve been falling out of the sky in north Georgia.“ Sissy didn’t know the word “slug.” But as I began comparing slugs to worms and snails, describing the trails they leave, and the little antennae coming out of their heads, her eyes lit up with comprehension. “Oh yes – sloogs,“ she said in her Austrian accent. “I haf not heard about dees sloogs. Are dey dangerous?“ With that prompt, I flipped the black banana toward Sissy.
It slid across the counter, stopping directly in front of her. For three long seconds, she stared, uncomprehending. Then Sissy let out a piercing scream. “Eeeeeeeee!“ Ann came running from the other room. The boys ran up from the basement. Sissy was clutching both hands to her chest, her eyes wide with fright. What’s wrong? Ann and the boys wanted to know. But I couldn’t answer; I was laughing too hard. “Doktorr, doktorr,” Sissy finally sputtered, “feel my heart beat, it ees going so fast.” And it was, a little. But she began to smile, and within a minute, Sissy was laughing as hard as anyone at her being scared out of her mind by a soggy black banana. Yasmin loved the story. However, being a kindred spirit of mine, she was acutely disappointed that she hadn’t been there. “I would have LOVED to see my mom freak out!” A few weeks ago, my son Joseph began cleaning his room after years of neglect. As he was excavating the layers of junk, he uncovered a three-foot-long, realistic-looking rubber rattlesnake. In an effort undoubtedly directed at his mother, he hid the snake continued on page 62 Dr. Mike Litrel, author of two books on faith-health connection, is a board certified OB/GYN and specialist in pelvic reconstructive surgery at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists. www.cherokeewomenshelth.com.
Senior Sense Loving and Liking, Hating and Enduring BY DELIA HALVERSON
I’ve learned the difference in loving and liking, hating and enduring. In fact, people often speak of “loving” something. In the dictionaries I’ve checked, to love usually refers to a person and to like can either be a person or an object or activity. I think we use the word “love” too loosely. When we say, “I just love ice cream,” it leaves no room for any greater emotion. We’ve hit the top! In the same manner, we speak of hating something (or someone) when we really mean that we don’t like it, although we could actually endure it. Hate is actually a very powerful word, but we also use it loosely. My mother, Edith, told me of her experience with washing dishes. Of course this was well before dishwashers, or even good quality dish soap. She said she complained about washing dishes, and her mother told her she could quit washing dishes when she enjoyed the chore. Finally, Edith learned to endure washing dishes and told her mother that she enjoyed washing dishes. Her mother replied, “That’s fine.” Edith said, “You told me when I got to where I liked washing dishes I could quit.” Her mother’s wise response was, “If you really enjoyed washing dishes you would not want to quit.” The same is true with hating and enduring something. We may hate something and still be able to endure doing 40
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it. Enduring with a positive attitude can make a difference in how we get along with others. When I have a back ache I’m tempted to say I hate preparing a meal or sweeping the floor, but I can actually endure it. I try to do the chore without too much complaining so that others aren’t miserable. Sometimes this is hard, but it does make a difference in the atmosphere. Some years ago, I taught a middle-school class in church. I placed several items on a table and we discussed whether each item was a “necessity” or a “nice-ity.” Beanie Babies were the rage at the time. One girl insisted a certain Beanie Baby was a necessity. Here again was a misunderstanding of a word. We need necessities in order to survive in our given situation, but other things are nice to have but not necessary to live a full life. My dad was a stickler for using the right word. He loved the English language and insisted that we use the proper words. Perhaps I got my love for words and writing from him.
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.
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Cherokee Photography Club
Congratulations to all the participants in the July competition “Reflections.”
If you placed in either the color or monochromatic print category, please send a digital file of your image to: deankelley@windstream.net
Monochromatic:
1st Peter Kilpo “Glass Tower Reflecting”
3rd Jim Kirk “Apalachicola Ready”
2nd Eillene Kirk “En garde!”
HM Karen Beedle “Brick House”
Digital Projection:
1st Kerry Penn “Reflection of a Lily” 2nd Eillene Kirk “Storm Tossed” 42
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3rd Mark Mozley “Fall Storm Over Mt. Moran “
HM Martin Longstaff “Reflection on a Peat Bog”
HM Allen Quandee “Early Morning Reflections”
Color Prints:
1st David Ferguson “Flower Pot at the ABG”
2nd Peter Kilpo “On the Mooring”
The Cherokee Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month, and for those participating in the monthly contest, that meeting is held on the second Monday of the month. Both meetings are from 7-9 p.m. and held at the Cherokee County Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. For more information, please contact Kim Bates at 770-617-7595 or email him at kbphotoart@ comcast.net. 3rd Becky Sapp “Jedediah Smith”
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Your Prostate Playbook Understanding Prostate Cancer BY DR. SCOTT MILLER
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. For American men, prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer, behind only lung cancer, and affects one in seven men. Fortunately, new research and improved treatment plans are yielding better outcomes and enabling patients to continue enjoying active, productive lives. Know Your Risk. No one knows exactly what causes prostate cancer, but research indicates several common factors that may increase a man’s risk of developing the disease: • Age. Odds of developing prostate cancer significantly increase if you are older than 50. • Family history. Having a father or brother with the disease more than doubles your risk. • Race. You’re more likely to develop cancer if you’re African-American. • Diet. A diet high in red meat and high-fat dairy may increase your risk. Start the discussion. Early detection is key in successfully treating many cancers. Beginning at age 50, men at average risk for developing prostate cancer should begin to discuss screening with their doctor. Men at high risk for developing prostate cancer should begin discussing screening even sooner, around 45. Typical prostate screenings include a rectal exam and a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. If a suspicious lump or area is found during the rectal exam, or if a PSA test reveals higher-than–normal results, a biopsy of the prostate may be performed to confirm if cancer is present. Spot the Signs. In its earliest stages, prostate cancer usually has no symptoms. Any symptoms that do appear should be reported to your doctor right away. Symptoms that may occur include: • Blood in urine or semen • Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, ribs or upper thighs • Trouble having or keeping an erection • Pain or burning during urination • Weakness or numbness in the legs Explore your Options. Every case of prostate cancer is different and treatment options can vary. Several factors play a role in determining the most appropriate treatment—age and health, continued on page 62
Dr. Scott D. Miller is medical director of the advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery program at Northside Hospital. Visit www.northside.com/ prostate to learn more about prostate cancer and screening options.
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Fluoride Helps Prevent Tooth Decay BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN
Last month’s article addressed the usefulness of fluoride in our drinking water, and the subject this month is exploring how fluoride works to protect our teeth against tooth decay. It is commonly believed that bacteria causes tooth decay, but it is mainly caused by acid. Billions of bacteria in the mouth produce acid, which destroys tooth enamel and causes decay, and damages the area where the gum attaches to the teeth and the bone that holds teeth in place. Tooth decay begins when the protective outer enamel deteriorates from acid. A sticky white film known as plaque comes from built-up bacteria in the mouth and on the teeth. Bacteria comprising plaque secrete acid when sugar from food or drink enters the mouth. Plaque can maintain contact between acid and the tooth surface for up to two hours before the acid is neutralized by saliva. While saliva acts as a buffer to safeguard the teeth from acid’s negative effects, it isn’t enough to stop tooth decay. If you do not brush your teeth twice a day, plaque can accumulate, causing greater damage. At the base of a tooth that has been diagnosed with early decay, there is often a soft white area that resembles wet bread. Such an area shows that calcium and phosphate minerals have been dissolved out of the enamel into the plaque, a process called “demineralization.” Once bacteria penetrate the outer enamel surface, decay can infect the soft center of the tooth. If left untreated, it will gradually destroy the tooth, causing pain and the formation of an abscess. To prevent tooth decay, fluoride was used in purifying and processing United States’ drinking water in the 1940s and toothpaste in the 1970s. After more than 70 years of using fluoride, the complex relationship between fluoride and tooth decay isn’t fully understood, but here are a few ways we know that fluoride inhibits tooth decay: 1. Early ingestion of fluoride in children up to 7 years of age alters the structure of the enamel as it develops, increasing its resistance to acid demineralization and decay. While once considered crucial, this physiological process is now believed to be the least important mechanism. 2. Fluoride remineralizes tooth enamel by helping reconstitute calcium and phosphate minerals into the enamel, increasing the tooth’s resistance to decay. 3. The first two mechanisms by fluoride are reactive, affecting the tooth enamel. The third mechanism of fluoride is proactive and directly attacks plaque, bacteria and acid. This principle effect prevents tooth decay by reducing the ability of plaque to produce acid in the first place. 4. Fluoride can reduce the depth of surface grooves on teeth during enamel formation. Shallower grooves do not allow bacteria to penetrate as deeply, thus reducing effects of decay.
Dr. Scott Harden, a dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry, has served Woodstock for more than 21 years. 770-926-0000. www.FountainViewSmiles.com.
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Helping Your Pets ‘Go Back to School’ BY DR. JONATHAN GILVARRY
It is that time of year again when pencils and book bags make their appearance, and the roar of the school bus fills the morning air. It’s those familiar sounds that usher in the new school year with excitement, fun and a little trepidation. With a new school year, schedules get busier and those lazy, hazy summer days seem to disappear. Keep in mind that parents, teachers and children are not the only ones affected by the new school year. Pets are left alone for longer periods during the day and often have difficulty adjusting to diminished interaction with their family. In order to facilitate your pet’s transition, it is important to develop a new routine. Start the new routine early and be consistent. This can be accomplished by easing into periods of increased separation, and adjusting feeding and play times. Vary errand trips to prove to your pet that you will return. Also begin to desensitize pets to triggers that signify you are leaving; reward pets with a tasty treat while grabbing a backpack or reaching for the keys. Doing this many times during the day, even without departing, can help keep pets from becoming anxious when you are about to leave. Rotate favorite interactive toys, such as puzzle toys filled with treats, to help occupy pets while you are away. Play soothing music or talk radio in the background; it can often calm pets’
fears. Help pets become acquainted with crates and dog pens by placing fun toys and treats in them. Avoid crates if pets exhibit anxiety to the point of injuring themselves. If pets are too anxious, consider a doggie day care provider or consult with your veterinarian to see if special anti-anxiety medications may be appropriate. Spending quality time with family is what pets enjoy the most. It’s essential to build in special time before you leave in the morning or when you return. Going for a walk first thing in the morning or playing a special game with the children when they return home from schools can help pets find enrichment in their days. Spending quiet time with your pet is often a strong bonding period. The simple act of children doing homework with a pet can establish a calming period that will allow your pet to relax. Following these simple acts can help make the upcoming school year fun and memorable for everyone.
Dr. Jonathan Gilvarry joined BridgeMill Animal Hospital in June. He obtained his veterinary degree from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine.
How Loud is Too Loud? BY JAN HENRIQUES AU. D.
According to the American Academy of Audiology, of the more than 36 million Americans with hearing loss, one in three developed the hearing loss as a result of noise exposure. Examples of damaging noise-producing items are guns, fireworks, car stereos at full volume, ambulances, jet airplanes, concerts, car racing, sporting events and MP3 players at full volume. Noise-induced hearing loss was documented as early as the 16th century when a French surgeon, Ambroise Paré, wrote about injuries sustained from firearms. It would take centuries for the importance of ear protection from noise to be understood, according to the December 2008 issue of the American Journal of Public Health. Audiology is a relatively young profession, born out of the need to help World War II veterans with hearing loss and tinnitus. Jet aircraft engines produced unprecedented levels and duration of noise exposures that no military person or civilian had been exposed to before. It wasn’t until 1980 that all military branches adopted hearing conservation programs to protect and monitor hearing for military personnel. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates hearing protection when exposed to noise for a certain period of time, and requires testing to monitor hearing 46
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levels. This program is for the military and for industries where noise levels from equipment can be damaging. Here are some other examples of noise that can cause damage to the ears. It’s important to prevent the damage, which cannot be undone. When is noise dangerous? • When you have to shout over background noise to be heard when at an arm’s length away. • When the noise is painful to your ears. • If the noise makes your ears ring. • If your hearing is muffled after you have left the noise. What can be done to protect your hearing? • Wear hearing protection. There are many types, but they work only if you use them consistently and correctly. • Turn down the volume. • Walk away from the noise.
Dr. Henriques, a board certified audiologist and lead provider at North Georgia Audiology in Woodstock, has been practicing since 1985. www.YourHearingLink.com.
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Library Events Sept. 12
Wildlife expert Beth Thomson, 11 a.m. Hickory Flat Public Library. See four live birds of prey, including a hawk. Learn about the physical attributes, hunting and nesting habits. Families are welcome. A large crowd is expected and seating will be limited to the first 60 people. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 770-345-7565.
Sept. 17
Discuss Healthy Aging, 11 a.m. Woodstock Public Library. Speak with a health care professional from WELLSTAR to learn how stress can affect your health and receive tips for handling stress effectively. Register for this free program by calling 770-926-5859.
Sept. 19
Chess & Chat, 1 p.m. R.T. Jones Public Library. An informal chess group that meets once a month. Chess sets available to use. No need to register, just drop by and see who is interested in playing a game. For more information call 770-479-3090.
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Sept. 21
Grandparents Get Groovy, 10:30 a.m. Rose Creek Public Library. Grandparents, celebrate your day with a Pete the Cat Groovy Grandparents Day Celebration. Bring your grandchildren and celebrate how cool you are. There will be games and other Pete the Cat-inspired activities. Registration is recommended but not required. Register by calling 770-591-1491. Bad Art Night, 6 p.m. R.T. Jones Public Library for teens ages 12 and older. Join us as we create the worst art imaginable. No skills required; all materials provided. There will be snacks, laughs and prizes for the best bad art. For more information call 770-4793090, ext. 233.
Attention Sciatica And Low Back Pain Sufferers……
Could One Hour With Our Doctors Give You The Answer To Your Disc Pain? Now, in Acworth, GA, Dr. Erin Arnold, D.C. & Dr. Amy Valente, D.C. have what may be the most important breakthrough in non-surgical back pain treatment. Before and after MRI studies have shown disc bulges shrink in size – even with the most painful cases of L4-L5 & L5-S1 herniations. If you’ve had disc problems for years, recently injured your back, or you’re suffering with sciatica, you must hear about these new studies. Scientific studies tell us that spinal discs are responsible for most of the aches and pains people suffer from. Discs act like a cushion between our backbones and allow for a space at each level so the nerves can exit the spinal column. When these discs get injured or wear out from bad posture, they begin to degenerate and cause pain. Bulging and herniations begin to form, pressing on the nerve roots. If the herniations occur at L4-L5, they can severely compromise the large sciatic nerve, causing muscle weakness, tingling, and severe pain. The most common invasive treatment for disc herniations is surgery. This costs quite a bit of money. Even with health insurance the patient is left with their own portion of the bill, in excess of $10,000-$15,000, and sometimes more. The recovery time and missed work can be anywhere from 3 to 6 months, not to mention the obvious severe risks associated with all surgery. But here’s the biggest problem… there is a high failure rate of back surgery. One medical study found that on average, 53% of L5-S1 back surgeries fail to produce relief of symptoms (International Orthop 1987.) Do You Have A Disc Problem? If you experience any of the following in your back or neck, chances are your pain is due to a disc bulge, herniation or degeneration: • A vice-like squeezing feeling in your back • Sitting causes back or leg pain • Stabbing pain at the belt line or in your neck • Can’t turn over in bed without hurting • Numbness in your toes or fingers • Fire down your legs • Searing pain radiates into your arm • Prickling in your leg or toes Finally, Some Good News…… If you’ve been suffering with back pain or arm/leg pain caused by a disc bulge, disc herniation or squashed or compressed discs. Until recently, the only advice for many of you suffering in pain was to try what you’ve been told: • Try exercising • Try physical therapy • Try pain medications • Try muscle relaxers • Try pain shots • Try dangerous back surgery • Just live with it If you’re like most, none of these have worked for you or you are afraid of what could happen if you do try some of these. Exercising makes you hurt more, pain medications and muscle relaxers cover up the problem and give you side effects. Pain shots can cause more pain, don’t work or don’t last very long or FIX the problem, back surgery didn’t work, or made you worse. Or maybe you were one of the lucky ones that back surgery actually helped, but now the problem is back with a vengeance. Whatever your situation, you owe it to yourself to check
into a Breakthrough Computerized Non-Surgical Treatment for back pain and sciatic or leg pain caused by a bulging, herniated or squashed disc or discs. It has helped hundreds of people who were suffering just like you. This new treatment machine we are calling “the squashed disc machine.” How “Good” Discs become “Bad” Discs Over time the discs in your back tend to get squashed or compressed, especially if you’ve played certain sports when younger or have a job that requires lots of sitting or standing in one place for long periods of time. Car accidents, lifting things, very physical jobs just to name a few. It’s kind of like a cookie with cream filling, and the cream filling will start to ooze out from between the sides of the cookie if pressure is applied on top of the cookie (like gravity on our spines). Eventually this happens to a lot of us. Statistics show over 80% of Americans will suffer with back pain some time in their life. Spinal decompression treatments are very gentle. In fact, every once in a while I even catch a patient sleeping during treatment! How Does This Machine Work? Haven’t you ever had the thought…”Gosh, if somebody could just pull me apart…I would feel a whole lot better.” Yeah, we know you have. And it kind of makes a bit of sense. Well someone else, actually a medical manufacturer, back pain specialists, neurosurgeons and engineers have come up with just that. A machine that gently pulls you apart, stretches the disc to a certain point that causes a drop in pressure inside the disc (like a little vacuum in the middle of the cream filling) causing the cream filling to suck back in! You’ll simply lie on your stomach or back, whichever is comfortable, and then a specialized belt is gently put around your waist. We’ll set the machine to focus on your problem area – then the advanced decompression computer system will do the rest. Most patients feel better with just a few treatments, and best of all there will be no dangerous drugs, no invasive procedures, and no painful exercises. Does Decompression really work? Absolutely! When you come in we will provide you with studies that show why decompression is a preferred method of treatment. But what provides the best “proof” on how well decompression works is what patients say about it: Just Listen to What Our Patients Had to Say: When I came in North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute I was suffering with Sciatic Pain that ran down my leg. Since starting the decompression therapy I have a lot less pain and my quality of life has improved. I can do more things and golf more. From my 1st visit I felt that I was very important and that my care was a top priority to the doctors and staff. I am very thankful for their care and dedication to my health.Much thanks to you & your staff, Bill Otott – Retired (Golfer) I originally started getting help at North Cobb Spine & Nerve for my Sciatica that ran down my left leg. One of my biggest concerns was not getting surgery. Now that I have gotten decompression therapy I have no more pain and my life feels normal again. My sciatic pain is gone. Everyone at the practice is so helpful and fantastic! I was amazed that I could get help without surgery. Thank you, Mike Morton- Sales Representative
Dr. Erin Arnold As you can see, spinal decompression has a high success rate with helping disc herniations, sciatica, and back pain. In just a matter of weeks you could be playing golf, enjoying your love life, or traveling again. The Single Most Important Solution To Your Sciatica and Back Pain It’s time for you to find out if spinal decompression will be your sciatic and back pain solution. For 15 days only, we’re running a very special offer where you can find out if you are a candidate for spinal decompression. What Does This Offer Include? Everything we normally do in our new patient evaluation. Just call before Sept. 15th, and here’s what you’ll get… • An in-depth consultation about your health and wellbeing where the doctor will listen…really listen…to the details of your case. • A complete neuromuscular examination. • A full set of specialized x-rays to determine if a spinal problem is contributing to your pain or symptoms. • A thorough analysis of your exam and x-ray findings so we can start mapping out your plan to being pain free. • An extensive review of your MRI. • You’ll get to see everything first hand and find out if this amazing treatment will be your pain solution, like is has been for so many other patients. Until Sept. 15th, you can get everything listed here for $20. The normal price for this type of evaluation including x-rays is $250, so you’re saving a considerable amount by taking us up on this offer. Here’s What To Do Now: Due to the expected demand for this treatment, we suggest calling our office at once at 678-574-5678.
CALL TODAY! 678-574-5678 North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute 3451 Cobb Pkwy, Ste. 4 Acworth, GA 30101
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First Day of School Stats • 40,141 students enrolled • 44 schools and centers • 4,500 employees • 2,500 teachers • 369 buses in the fleet
Celebrating National Farmer Day Holly Springs Elementary School STEM Academy recently celebrated National Farmer Day with its cafeteria staff. All school staff and students were encouraged to dress up like a farmer. “Holly Springs ES STEM Academy is proud to support farmers near and far,” Principal Dr. Dianne Steinbeck said. “Our cafeteria supports farmers Front row (from left): Ansley McCain, Mary Claire Russell, Bradley Thomas, by working with the Farm to Laci Shirley and Cambria Weaver; back row: Morgan Gantt, Madelyn Allen, Erika Brand, McKenzie Cummings, Genna Farina and Adrianna Garcias. School program.”
Swimming Her Way to Singapore
From left: Griffin Port, Davis Port, Dalton Huguley, Scott Cudabac, Jason Styron, Jeff Markley, Scott Richardson, Will Ku and Savannah Styron.
Donuts for Dads
Johnston Elementary School’s PTA Men at Work program recently hosted Donuts for Dads as a part of its program to encourage dads to participate in school activities. More than 400 dads and students participated in the event. “The kids absolutely loved having their fathers here,” Principal Amy Graham said, noting the event was so popular that from now on it will be split into two days.
Lauren Case, a senior at Woodstock High School and swimmer for the Chattahoochee Gold yearround club team, has qualified for the U.S. Junior World Championship Swim Team that will compete in Singapore. She will swim the 100-meter butterfly and 800-meter freestyle relay. Lauren qualified as one of the two fastest 18 and younger swimmers in her events at the recent 2015 Speedo U.S. Junior National Championships in San Antonio, which qualified her to compete in the Junior World Championships. Earlier this year, she and fellow Chattahoochee Gold swimmer, Alarii Levreault-Lopez, competed in the Irish Open Swimming Lauren Case. Championships in Dublin, Ireland.
School District Welcomes New Teachers with Camp Cherokee Newly hired teachers were welcomed into the Cherokee County School District with an invitation to attend Camp Cherokee 2015. The optional two-day training experience is designed to offer immediate support and information to first-year teachers starting their career in Cherokee County. Of the 111 eligible, new teachers, 106 participated in the program, which was held this summer at Teasley Middle School. Thirty sessions were offered on topics including: technology training, Special Education program information, TKES (Teacher Keys Effectiveness System) Evaluations, Georgia Standards of Excellence, classroom accountability and mentor teacher support. More than 100 new teachers attended the Camp Cherokee 2015 professional development program. 50
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Acts of Kindness Kick Off School Year Many students at Cherokee Charter Academy spent their summer participating in good deeds. The initiative, known as #GLOWKID (Generously Leading Others With Kind Interactions Daily), encouraged students in kindergarten through 8th grade to exhibit acts of kindness − big and small − which included: • Raising money for charitable organizations such as: UNICEF • Helping feed hungry families in Cherokee County • Collecting shoes for Soles4Souls • Donating hair to Wigs for Kids • Helping fill hundreds of backpacks for Cherokee County students in need • Sending birthday money to Nepal earthquake Fourth-grader, Anna Gregg with some victims of the shoes collected for Sole4Souls. Now that students are back at school, they plan to continue the #GLOWKID program throughout the year.
From left, Peggy Gastright from the Cherokee County Animal Shelter speaks with Ashley Fryer while student Maddie Leslie talks with Carol Mudd about volunteer opportunities at the shelter.
Lunchtime Workshop Focuses on Community Service The media center at Woodstock High School recently hosted a Career Café workshop to introduce students to community service options. Students were able to speak with representatives from MUST Ministries and the Cherokee County Animal Shelter during lunch to learn about volunteer opportunities. Tony Manuel, right, speaks with Melissa Hall from MUST. 52
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School Engages Families through Bus Tour
A group of 80 Canton Elementary School STEM Academy teachers administrators and support staff visited students in their homes on the Tuesday before the first day of school. The educators arrived on school buses, carrying pencils, lollipops and messages of encouragement. The group visited half a dozen neighborhoods in the community with high concentrations of families the school wants to During the tour’s stop at her home, better engage. During the third-grader Maria Raymundo gets stops, Canton Elementary STEM a hug from teacher, Maria Warrix. Academy Principal Beth Long and her staff went door-to-door to greet students and their families, share important back-to-school information, encourage them to attend the school walk-through event and to give small gifts to each child. “I feel like they care about us,” said Jake, a sixth-grader at Teasley Middle School, and former Canton Elementary student. His brother, Brice, is a third-grader at Canton Elementary STEM Academy. The Welcome Back Bus Tour was the brainchild of Dr. Debra Barron, an English for Speakers of Other Languages teacher at the school. “I felt like we needed to tap into parents a little bit more… every year we do a little more,” Dr. Barron said of the school’s focus on family engagement, noting that engaged families lead to more successful students. Maria Raymundo, a third-grader at Canton Elementary STEM Academy, smiled as she watched the crowd of teachers leave her front yard. “It makes me happy,” she said of the visit. “I love my school.”
Johnston Elementary Celebrates New Preschool Center Johnston Elementary School recently celebrated the opening of the Johnston Preschool Center on its campus. The center, one of three school district preschool centers, was relocated from Little River Elementary School to provide more room on that campus for its growing kindergarten through sixth grade population. The Johnston Preschool Center enrolls 143 Johnston Elementary Principal Amy Graham, right, students, a 22 and Assistant Principal Carolyn Daugherty greet percent increase Johnston Preschool Center students, from left, in enrollment Christina Jordan, Lenore Wells, Cashius Bishop, Adam Bakraoui, Celestey Hizown and Dyren Tjin. from last year.
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Life’s Intersections BY DR. JOE MCKECHNIE
It’s interesting how our paths will cross, and fascinating to see how God brings people into our lives – some are for a season, whereas others stay for a lifetime. It was late 1863 when Robert Todd Lincoln, the college-aged son of President Abraham Lincoln, was traveling by train between New York and Washington D.C. As the train stopped at a station in Jersey City, NJ, Lincoln hopped off the train and onto a crowded platform. Being polite, Lincoln took a step back, allowing others to pass in front of him. With his back pressed against the train, he was caught offguard when the train suddenly started to move. Lincoln was knocked down by the movement of the train, and he fell into a small crevice between the train and the platform. This was a dangerous place to be, and it could have been deadly, had Lincoln not been snatched up at the collar by a man on the platform. As a relieved Lincoln realized that his life had been saved, he looked into the eyes of the stranger who had rescued him. Lincoln recognized the man as one of America’s most well-known actors – Edwin Booth. Less than two years later, Edwin Booth’s brother, John Wilkes Booth, would assassinate Robert Todd’s father, President Abraham Lincoln. And yet, for that fateful moment on a train station platform, it was a Booth who saved a Lincoln. Their paths crossed for that moment of time. In the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 2 starts off with a powerful display of lives intersecting. Jesus was in a town called Capernaum, and as
townspeople heard that he was there, they flocked to see and hear him. Jesus attracted crowds because people were anxious to hear him teach and they wanted to experience his healing. There was a man who was paralyzed, and he was unable to get to Jesus; four of the man’s friends tried carrying him. When they couldn’t get the crippled man into the packed house, they displayed some ingenuity and went up onto the roof, lowering him in through the ceiling. Not only did they have faith that Jesus could heal the man, they were willing to take drastic steps in an effort to help a friend. I don’t know if those four men were long-time friends of the paralyzed man, but I know that he was blessed by their faith, their example, and the ways in which they fought for him. Who are those people in your life who have made a profound impact? Who are those who would go to great lengths to protect, guide and honor you? Who are those who would claim that their lives are better off because of your presence in them? In the classic movie “It’s a Wonderful Life,” there’s a closing line that declares, “No man is a failure who has friends.” May you be blessed to be a blessing, and may you look for, identify, and appreciate the ways God has led certain people into your life.
Dr. Joe McKechnie is the senior pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church, and a member of the Sixes Living community board. Email him at joe@sixesumc.org.
Faith Notes Churches on the Move
A series of moves is happening in Woodstock, with congregations expanding and worshipping in large spaces. Here’s a roundup: • Faith Community Church will meet at Woodstock Elementary on 230 Rope Mill Road while building a new church in the area. www.faithcommunitychurch.org. • Momentum Church has moved to 659 Arnold Mill Road, a facility it purchased from Faith Community Church. www.momentumchurch.tv. • The Dwelling has moved to the space previously occupied by Momentum, at 110 Londonderry Court. www.dwellingplacemovement.org. • St. Michael the Archangel Church construction is complete on the new sanctuary, a dedication Mass was celebrated with Archbishop Wilton Gregory on Aug. 29. www.saintmichaelcc.org.
Confirmation Plans Underway
Hillside United Methodist Church is inviting sixth and seventh graders to join the 2015-16 confirmation class. An open house is planned for 9:30 a.m. Sept. 6 in room 2009. Classes begin Sept. 13. Contact Chris Mixer at 770-9244777. www.hillsideumc.org. 54
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Fall AWANA Programs Resume
Awana Clubs offer Scripture-based programs and games that promote Bible literacy and help kids develop lifelong faith. Many area churches provide AWANA programs for school-age children and younger throughout the school year. Check with the churches listed for dates, times and age requirements. For more info visit awana.org. Allen Temple Church 232 Arnold Mill Road Woodstock, 30188 770- 926-6348
Hopewell Baptist Church 78 Ridge Road Canton, 30114 770- 345-5723
First Baptist Church Canton 1 Mission Point Canton, 30114 770- 479-5538
New Victoria Baptist Church 6659 Bells Ferry Road Woodstock, 30189 770- 926-8448
First Baptist Church Woodstock 11905 Highway 92 Woodstock, 30188 770- 926-4428
Sunnyside Church of God 2510 E. Cherokee Drive Woodstock, 30188 770- 593-1018
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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
River Church 2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Shallowford Free Will Baptist Church 1686 Shallowford Road, Marietta 770-926-1163 www.shallowfordchurch.com South Cherokee 7504 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com
CHURCH OF GOD
Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007
Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com
Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock 770-710-1068 www.crossroadspbc.org
New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com
Faith Community 659 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-4428 www.fbcw.org First Baptist Canton One Mission Point 770-479-5538 www.fbccanton.org First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-5349 www.fbchollysprings.com Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.heritagebaptistfellowship.com Hillcrest 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth 770-917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org Hopewell 78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-5723 www.hopewellbaptist.com Mt. Zion 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-479-3324 www.mtzb.org
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New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org
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Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.com Toonigh 4775 Holly Springs Parkway, Canton 770-926-3096 www.toonighcog.org
EPISCOPAL
Christ the Redeemer Charismatic 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton 404-395-5003 www.ctrcec.com Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, Marietta 770-928-7916 www.annunciationepiscopal.org Saint Clement’s 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org
JEWISH
Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw 678-460-7702 www.jewishwoodstock.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org
Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green St., Roswell 770-641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta 770-973-3533 www.kolemeth.net
MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS Congregation Beth Hallel 950 Pine Grove Road, Roswell 770-641-3000 www.bethhallel.org
LUTHERAN
Celebration of Grace 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton 770-503-5050 www.celebrationofgrace.org Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock 770-924-7286 www.gslutheran.org Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-928-2812 www.tlcwoodstock.org
ORTHODOX
St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-485-0504 www.stelizabethga.org
PRESBYTERIAN
Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton 770-704-9564 www.cherokee-pca.org. Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869 www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-3558 www.heritagepres.com Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-0074 www.woodstockpcusa.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC
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.bascombchurch.org Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Road 770-479-2502 www.cantonfirstumc.org CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480 www.coahumc.org Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 www.fieldschapel.org Hickory Flat 4056 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-345.5969 www.hickoryflat.org Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-2883 www.hollyspringsumc.com Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591- 0837 www.ngumc.org Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Emerson 4010 Canton Road, Marietta 770-578-1533 www.emersonuu.org
OTHERS
Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton 770-345-3030 www.actionchurch.tv
BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org
New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org
Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com
North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org
Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.ngca.org
Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 678-653-4652 www.oakleafcanton.com
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572 www.mormon.org
Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org
Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net
Resurrection Anglican 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0040 www.rezwoodstock.org
Cornerstone Community 503 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 160, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org
Revolution 125 Union Trail Hill, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv
Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock, 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestoneschurch.info 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 Life Church 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, Suite 108, Canton 770-847-0170 www.lifechurchcanton.com
Sojourn Community Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Soul Medicine 3725 Sixes Road Canton Soulmedicinesunday.org Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-835-5795 www.thrivechapel.com Towne Lake Community 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Victory 4625 Highway 92, Acworth 770-794-7366 www.victoryga.com Watermarke 2126 Sixes Road, Canton 678-880-9092 www.watermarkechurch.com Woodstock Christian 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org
Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth
Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org
Awakening 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock 770-924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com
Ministry House 347 Holly St., Canton 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org
Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-366-7515 www.wcnga.com
Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth 770-917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com
Momentum 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv
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Downtown Woodstock
A History Lesson and the American Dream BY SEAN KAUFMAN
We are regulars at the Century House Tavern restaurant in Woodstock. Gustavo serves us with the greatest level of attention and care while Daniel (the chef) ensures the food is prepared exactly how we like it; he has also mastered the art of listening to us as we dine. Jon, who runs the front of the house, recently came over to our table with a smile and asked how we were doing. “Busy,” I said. “Been travelling too much and am heading to Chicago tomorrow.” My wife Jackie chimed in, “Then, Dubai and Malaysia…” pointing out that I am traveling a bit much for her liking. Jon empathized with the comment about how long international flights are. I asked, “You travel internationally often Jon, don’t you?” Kindly, Jon responded, “Actually, I am third generation Japanese, born and raised in the United States, and have only been to Japan once in my life. My grandparents gave everything up in Japan to chase the American Dream in 1907.” Intrigued by his story, I asked Jon if his grandparents had been affected by World War II. “My Mom was 5 years old when the war started. They were farmers in Washington, and one day, they were told they had three days to sell everything they had and pack a satchel bag. All they had collected and worked for during their 20 years in the United States was gone. My grandfather was singled out and taken away from my grandmother, leaving
her very anxious and upset. They were all taken to a camp and confined for three years.” “Wow.” I thought, and asked Jon, “What happened after the war was over?” He replied, “They were told they could leave the camp. They never regained what they had lost though.” Jon continued. “I used to mow my grandmother’s yard when I was a child. She didn’t speak much English, but I can still remember her saying proudly that the United States is the greatest country in the world! I asked my mom how grandma could feel such a way, considering all that had happened to her. My mother pointed out that my grandmother’s children had become doctors and lawyers, all of them educated and successful. This was something Japan would never have been able to offer them.” Today, as an owner of the Century House Tavern, third generation Japanese and a very proud American, Jon happily lives the American Dream with one heck of a personal history to share. His grandmother reminds us that we do live in the greatest country of the world! Sean Kaufman, an expert in behaviour change, specializes in life coaching and workforce motivation and owns The Texting Coach and Behavior-Based Improvement Solutions. sean@seankaufman.com.
The Downtown Buzz is held at the Chambers at City Center (8534 Main Street) on the last Friday of the month and begins at 8 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at 770592-6056 • downtownwoodstock.org/downtown-buzz
Presentation: Sept 25 Topic: Georgia Tourism Speaker: Andria Godfrey Director of Tourism Research Business, individual and non-profit memberships are available
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Experience Elm Street It’s All in the Timing BY SIOBHAN BRUMBELOW
Summer is over and school is back in session! We are a month into our 2015-16 season and we’ve settled into our new series of shows quite nicely. “Curtains” premiered with a bang, and now we’re ready to cool down for the fall. But what shows make the cut? How does Elm Street choose its upcoming season? We put a lot of consideration into our choices. We ask ourselves if we can pull it off in our theatre space, if it’s relevant to our community, and how we can engage our audience through this particular show. A huge factor in Elm Street’s selection process is timing. There are many shows that are specific to themes and environments. What’s appropriate during Christmas time may not necessarily work in the summer. Also, it would be senseless to produce three up-tempo cheery musicals back-to-back-toback. There has to be some variety and overall balance to engage our audiences. “Curtains” was chosen to kick off our season with flair and pizazz. As we continue into autumn, we thought it would be innovatively challenging to produce a play that would dramatically counter a fun, upbeat musical. “The Crucible” was selected to follow “Curtains” as part of Elm Street’s Main Stage series for a variety of reasons. It’s a recognizable dramatic piece by Arthur Miller, which most of our community has either read or seen. It’s the perfect complement to the fall season as it takes place during the Salem witch trials. We wanted to encourage Cherokee County Schools to plan their field trips, assist with performing arts and literary education, and observe some excellent local talent in the North Atlanta area. “The Crucible” will run Sept. 17-26. We strive to engage our community with relevant experiences every day. We choose to explore different aspects and types of theatrical performances. From upbeat musicals to dramatic plays, from familiar children’s literature to an edgy rock musical — each show in the 2015-16 season has been selected based on many factors. If you haven’t seen Elm Street’s series of shows and events, visit our website at www.elmstreetarts.org.
We strive to engage our community with relevant experiences every day. We choose to explore different aspects and types of theatrical performances.
Siobhan Brumbelow is on staff at Elm Street. She currently holds a BA in Theatre from Brenau University and toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre.
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Downtown Woodstock
Scarecrow Invasion BY JENNA HILL
As you start your drive into downtown Woodstock during the month of October, you will be welcomed by dozens of scarecrows lining Main Street − just in time for Halloween. Do you have a business or nonprofit that you want to advertise in a fun way along Main Street in downtown Woodstock? Here is your chance to become a part of the Scarecrow Invasion, by creating your own scarecrow and showcasing your creative skills. During the month of September, the Woodstock Visitors Center will be taking entries for this event. To enter, stop by the Center, located at 8588 Main St., pay the $20 registration fee and receive the rules and instructions for participation. There is limited space available for this event, so get your entry in early. Voting will also
2014 First Place: A New You
2014 Second Place: Arnold Mill Elementary
2014 Third Place: Thomas Eye Group
take place at the Visitors Center; just drop by any time during the month of October to vote for the scarecrow that you like the best. The votes are $1 each, and businesses with scarecrows may have voting set up in their store for their scarecrow. The winner will receive bragging rights and an awesome trophy. The proceeds from the Scarecrow Invasion will be donated to GROW, (Green Reaps Opportunity for Woodstock), the design committee for Main Street Woodstock. GROW members create and implement design initiatives for the downtown community. If you’ve noticed the beautiful landscaping and holiday decor along Main Street, you’ve seen their work. The money raised from this event will help make additional beautifications. If you have visited downtown lately, you may have noticed a new bench that looks more like a work of art. The proceeds from last year’s Scarecrow Invasion were used to purchase this beautiful bench. Let’s line the city streets with whimsy, fun and a little Halloween flair. The Scarecrow Invasion is open to everyone from individuals and families, as well as nonprofits and businesses. For more information, visit the Woodstock Visitors Center, or call 770-924-0406.
Jenna Hill is a Tourism Information Coordinator at the Woodstock Visitors Center. jehill@woodstockga.gov.
Step Two to Becoming an Actor
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those shows and movies as actual work their actors have done. You can be an extra on your own, without an agent. Instead, look at their gallery of actors. Do those headshots look professional? Do they have résumés and maybe even demo reels attached? When you compare the résumé with the IMDb.com page, does it match up? Now that you have researched agencies and decided with whom you would like to sign, submit. To do that, read their website for instructions. Then, follow their instructions 100 percent. If you follow their submission instructions explicitly, you will stand out in a good way.
under a blanket in our living room. Ann is an old hand at immature Litrel practical jokes. When she unsuspectingly picked up the blanket, the sudden appearance of the snake underneath barely caused her to raise an eyebrow. Disheartened, Joseph carried his snake outside. I spotted the rubber snake the other day when I was washing my car. It lay coiled under the hose reel, camouflaged by leaves. I didn’t think too much about it, mentally categorizing it with the flower pots and yard ornaments Ann uses for decoration. Yasmin came over to say hello. As we were chatting across the car, she suddenly let out a terrified scream. Yasmin held her chest with the same wide-eyed fright her mother had shown. “WHY would you put a fake snake outside your house?!!!” she demanded angrily. But I couldn’t answer. I was laughing too hard. Besides, I think the question kind of answers itself.
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Watch organizations to combat the encroachment of vehicles on public and private lands. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Allatoona Lake has partnered with Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and local law enforcement agencies to enforce federal, state and local laws. Park rangers will continue to patrol the lake for violators. If you have questions about off-road activity around the lake or would like to report activity in your area, please call the Operations Project Management Office at 678-721-6700. 62
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stage of the disease, and benefits and side effects of each treatment. In most cases prostate cancer grows slowly, so men diagnosed with the disease usually have time to consider all available treatment options, gather additional opinions and, with the help of their doctor, decide on which option is best for them.
DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK DINING GUIDE RESTAURANT CUISINE BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER SUNDAY SPIRITS RESERV. Camasini’s Italian Sicilian Grill Italian no $ $-$$ no Beer/Wine yes 9425 Highway 92 #100 770-672-6996 Canyons American no $ $ open Beer/Wine no 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsburgercompany.com Century House Tavern Modern no $$ $$$ open Full bar 8 persons + 125 E Main St. American 770-693-4552 centuryhousetavern.com Fire Stone Wood-fired no $$ $$$ open Full bar yes 120 Chambers St. Pizza & Grill 770-926-6778 firestonerestaurants.com Freight Kitchen & Tap Southern Sat./Sun. $$ $$$ open Full bar no 251 E Main St. Brunch 770-924-0144 freightkitchen.com Hot Dog Heaven American no $ no open no no 8588 Main St. 770-591-5605 Ice Martini & Sushi Bar Tapas/Sushi no Fri./Sat. $$ open Full bar yes 380 Chambers St. only 770-672-6334 icemartinibar.com Ipps Pastaria & Bar Italian no $$ $$ open Full bar no 8496 Main St. 770-517-7305 ippspastaria.com J Christopher’s Diner $-$$ $-$$ no open no Weekends 315 Chambers St. only 770-592-5990 jchristophers.com J Miller’s Smokehouse BBQ & no $-$$ $-$$ open Beer no 156 Towne Lake Pkwy. Southern 770-592-8295 Sandwiches jmillerssmokehouse.com Magnolia Thomas Southern Sunday no $$$$ open Beer/Wine yes 108 Arnold Mill Rd. Brunch 678-445-5789 magnoliathomas.com Pure Taqueria Mexican Sat./Sun. $$ $$ open Full bar 6 persons+ 405 Chambers St. Brunch 770-952-7873 puretaqueria.com/woodstock Reel Seafood Seafood Sunday $$ $$-$$$ open Full bar limited 8670 Main St. Brunch 770-627-3006 Salt Factory Pub Gastropub no $$ $$-$$$ open Full bar no 8690 Main St. (678) 903-6225 Tea Leaves & Thyme English no $$ no closed no yes 8990 Main St. Tea room 770-516-2609 tealeavesandthyme.com Vingenzo’s Italian no $$ $$$ closed Full bar yes 105 E Main St. 770-924-9133 vingenzos.com What A Dog Chicago style no $ $ open no no 9595 Highway 92 Hotdogs 770-485-3411 SIXES LIVING | September 2015
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Casual and Upscale Dine-In Restaurants
Reference
GREENPRINTS TRAIL SYSTEM WOODSTOCK, GA
Sources: City of Woodstock, Esri, HERE, DeLorme, TomTom, Intermap, increment P Corp., GEBCO, USGS, FAO, NPS, NRCAN, GeoBase, IGN, Kadaster NL, Ordnance Survey, Esri Japan, METI, Esri China (Hong Kong), swisstopo, MapmyIndia, Š OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community
Noonday Creek Trail - This 1.43 mile paved trail begins at Market Street in Downtown Woodstock one block west of Main Street.
It continues downhill toward Noonday Creek where it intersects with Towne Lake Pass Trail and the bridge to Woofstock Park. The trail continues along Noonday Creek to its current end at Highway 92.
Trestle Rock Trail - This 0.40 mile paved trail is located in Olde Rope Mill Park and is an easy flat trail on the banks of Little River. Towne Lake Pass (2016) - This approximately 1.2 mile trail will connect the Towne Lake community to Downtown along the banks of Noonday Creek. It will begin at the intersection of Towne Lake Parkway and Towne Lake Hills South. Rubes Creek Trail (2016) - This 1 mile paved trail runs along Rubes Creek and will ultimately connect into a larger run of trails. 64
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Cherokee County Government Building Permits, Business Licenses Commissioners Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) Environmental Health Extension Office Jury Phone Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) Planning & Land Use Senior Services Voter Registration
770-345-0400
www.cherokeega.com 770-721-7810 678-493-6001 678-493-6077 770-479-0444 770-479-0418 770-479-9011 770-479-1953 678-493-6101 770-345-2675 770-479-0407
Taxes
License Plates/Tags, Property Tax – Canton office Woodstock office Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation
678-493-6400 770-924-4099 678-493-6120
Children and Family
Anna Crawford Children’s Center 770-345-8100 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club 770-720-7712 Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parents Assoc. www.fosteroradopt.org 770-378-0759 Cherokee Family Violence Center 770-479-1804 Cherokee FOCUS 770-345-5483 Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) www.casacherokee.org 770-345-3274 Division of Family & Children Services 770-720-3610 Goshen Valley Boys Ranch www.goshenvalley.org 770-796-4618 Hope Center www.hopectr.com 770-924-0864 MUST Ministries - Cherokee www.mustministries.org 770-479-5397 Never Alone www.neveralone.org 770-363-5272 Next Step Ministries www.nextstepministries.net 770-592-1227 North Georgia Angel House www.angelhousega.com 770-479-9555 North Georgia Pregnancy Center www.ngapregnancy.org 706-253-6303 Papa’s Pantry www.papaspantry.org 770-591-4730 Timothy’s Cupboard Food Bank www.tlcwoodstock.org 770-591-5515
Hospitals
Kennestone North Fulton Northside Hospital — Cherokee
Hotlines — 24-hour help lines
Battered Women Hotline Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) Poison Control Center Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) Probate Court Information Line Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center
Parks and Recreation
BridgeMill Athletic Club Callahan Golf Links Cherokee County YMCA Cherokee County Soccer Assoc. www.csaimpact.com
770-793-5000 770-751-2500 770-720-5100 770-479-1703 770-345-7920 404-616-9000 800-222-1222 770-704-2610 770-427-3390 770-345-5500 770-720-1900 770-591-5820 770-704-0187
Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency www.crpa.net. 770-924-7768 (Includes Aquatic Center, Barnett Park, Blankets Creek, Cherokee Mills, Field’s Landing Park, Kenny Askew Park) Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com North Atlanta Soccer Association: www.nasa-ga.org 770-926-4175 SCRA Baseball www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com 770-924-7464
Pets
Animal Control 678-493-6200 Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions www.cherokeega-animals.org 770-345-7270 Cherokee County Humane Society www.cchumanesociety.org 770-928-5115 Emergency Veterinary Clinic 770-924-3720 Funds 4Furry Friends 770-842-8893 Lost Pets: www.townelaker.com. (click on lost and found pet button to report missing pet) Pet Buddies Food Pantry www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Community Veterinary Care www.communityveterinarycare.com 678-640-3512
Post Office locations Canton Holly Springs Lebanon Woodstock
770-720-8164 770-345-6318 770-591-9467 770-591-0364
Police Departments
Canton Holly Springs Woodstock Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Utilities
Atlanta Gas Light Co. www.aglc.com Canton Water www.canton-georgia.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Auth. www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC www.cobbemc.com Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com Woodstock Water www.woodstockga.gov Recycling Center
770-720-4883 770-345-5537 770-592-6030 678-493-4100
770-907-4231 770-704-1500 770-479-1813 770-429-2100 888-660-5890 770-926-8852 770-516-4195
Free, Reduced-Price Health Care
Bethesda Community Clinic www.bethesdacommunityclinic.org Cherokee County Health Department www.nghd.org/CherokeeHealth
Urgent Care Facilities
M.D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine, off Riverstone Pkwy, 720 Transit Ave., Suite 101 Canton Northside Cherokee Urgent Care, off exit 11 at I-575 SHEFA Urgent Care 2000 Village Professional Dr. #110 Canton 30114 Wellstar Urgent Care off exit 8, 120 Stonebridge Pkwy. Woodstock, 30189
678-880-9654 770-345-7371
770-720-7000 678-426-5450 678-661-3166
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SIXES AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Business Organizations Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club Meets: Noon on third Thursdays at Canton IHOP Contact: Glenda Hinton 770-345-1751
Cherokee County Senior Services Offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. Contact: 770-345-5312 or 770-345-5320 www.cherokeega.com/senior-services
Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Canton YMCA Contact: Steven Van Schooten 770-366-8224 www.toastmasters.org
Community Veterinary Care Provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. Contact: 678-640-3512 www.communityveterinarycare.com
The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations Contact: Edeline Dryden 678-789-6158 http://xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/ woodstock/
Companion Animal Connection Contact: 678-493-9847 www.adoptapet.com
The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations Contact: Edeline Dryden 678-789-6158 http://xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/ woodstock/
Charitable Organizations Ahimsa House Helps victims of domestic violence 24-hours a day who need help getting their pets to safety. Contact: 404-452-6248 www.ahimsahouse.org Angel House Girls Home Is a residential facility to help girls ages 12-18 learn self-sufficiency. Contact: 770-479-9555 www.angelhousega.com Anna Crawford Children’s Center Is dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, and protecting and serving children and families through prevention and intervention services. Contact: 678-504-6388 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Bethany Place Is a transitional home for single women, unwed mothers. Contact: 770-479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org CASA for Children Promotes the health and happiness of children impacted by abuse through programs that increase their safety and improve their educational, social and emotional functioning. Contact: 770-345-3274 www.casacherokee.org CCHS Thrift Store Accepts donations and sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society. 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth Contact: 770-592-8072 Cherokee Family Violence Center Offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. Contact: 770-479-1703, Spanish 770-720-7050 or 800-334-2836 option 2 www.cfvc.org Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes Challenges professional, college, high school, junior high and youth level coaches and athletes to use athletics to impact the world for Christ. Contact: Bill Queen 404-441-3508 www.cherokeefca.org Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) Contact: 770-928-5115 or admin@ cchumanesociety.org www.cchumanesociety.org Cherokee FOCUS Works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiatives. Contact: Sonia Carruthers 770-345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org
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Everyday Angels Offers financial assistance for local families in need. Contact: aaeverydayangels@gmail.com Feed My Lambs, Inc. Provides free Christian preschools in the U.S. and around the world. Contact: 770-795-9348 office@feedmylambs.net www.feedmylambs.net Forever Fed Is a mobile food ministry that addresses physical hunger and hopelessness in North Georgia by providing meals and sharing the gospel. www.foreverfed.org Funds 4 Furry Friends Helps those in need with food, spay/neuter and medical attention for their pets. Contact: Gina Jeter 770-842-8893 www.funds4furryfriends.com Georgia Animal Project Based in Ball Ground, offers high quality, low cost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. Contact: 770-704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee Sponsors a yearly back-to-school bash, giving children in need filled backpacks to free haircuts. www.giveakidachance.org Goshen Valley Boys Ranch Offers a home, care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. Contact: 770-796-4618 www.goshenvalley.org Green Shelters America Animal rescue group. Contact: 770-712-4077 or GreenSheltersAmerica@ gmail.com www.GreenSheltersAmeric.com Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia Contact: 770-587-9697 www.habitat-ncg.org Harvesting Hope Ministries Gives surgery care packs to children facing liver and kidney failure. Contact: dawn@ harvestinghopeministries.org www.harvestinghopeministries.org. Healing Hands Youth Ranch Offers safe, peaceful environment where abused and at-risk children are paired with rescue horses for hope and healing. Contact: Jennifer Simonis 770-633-4451 www.hhyr.org HopeQuest Ministry Group Helps people who struggle intensely with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. Contact: 678-391-5950 www.hqmg.org
HOPE Center Offers support for unplanned pregnancy. Contact: 770-924-0864 or info@TheHopeCtr.com www.hopectr.com HOPE Center — Baby & More Thrift Store Offers adult and children’s clothing. Contact: 770-517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.com MUST Ministries Offers groceries, hot meals, emergency shelter, supportive housing, clothing, employment services, summer lunch and more from five locations in eight counties, including the Canton office at 111 Brown Industrial Parkway. www.mustministries.org National Alliance for Mental Illness Is the nation’s largest grassroots organization in America working to build better lives for the millions affected by mental illness. www.nami.org Never Alone Outreach Provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee families in need. www.neveralone.org. Next Step Ministries Offers a therapeutic day program, Saturday respite, camps and special events for people with special needs. Contact: 770-592-1227 www.nextstepministries.net North Georgia Pregnancy Center Offers help and care to young girls and women with an unplanned pregnancy or who need counseling. Contact: 706-253-6303 www.ngapregnancy.org Papa’s Pantry Is a year-round local food ministry, which also includes the Masters Training Center to help individuals and families in crisis get back on their feet. Contact: Lynne Saunders 770-591-4730 www.papaspantry.org Pet Buddies Food Pantry Helps families in need by providing pet food, supplies, spaying and neutering, and education through community outreach programs. Contact: 678-310-9858 petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Safe Kids Cherokee County Provides free child safety seat inspections by appointment. Contact: 770-721-7808 www.safekidscherokeecounty.org SERV International Operates the House of Hope orphanage in Africa, sponsors a clean water program in Dominican Republic and meal distributions worldwide. Also offers mission trips. Contact: 770-516-1108 www.servone.org Volunteer Aging Council Is a nonprofit that helps raise funds for the seniors of Cherokee County. A list of current needs is available. Contact: 770-310-3474 www.vac-cherokeega.org
Civic, County Organizations AARP Woodstock Chapter Is for anyone age 50 and older. Meets: 11:30 a.m. second Tuesdays at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills. Contact: Rich 770-926-1944 BridgeMill-Sixes Service League Contact: Marlyn Patouillet 770- 345-7941 www.bssl.org
Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Meets: 8:30 a.m. first Tuesday at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room) www.saltcherokee.com Canton Lions Club Contact: 678- 224-7878 www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Canton IHOP Contact: canton_optimist@hotmail.com https://sites.google.com/site/cantonoptimistclub/ home Canton Rotary Club Meets: Noon Tuesdays at the Cherokee Conference Center at the Bluffs www.cantongarotary.org Cherokee County Historical Society Contact: 770-345-3288 www.rockbarn.org Cherokee County Service League 770-704-5991 Pilot Club of Cherokee County Meet: 6: 30 p.m. second Mondays at IHOP on Hwy 20 Contact: Lynda Goodwin, 770-393-1766 or Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com www.pilotinternational.com Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at IHOP on Highway 92 Contact: 770-480-4179 Service League of Cherokee County Contact: 770-704-5991 http://serviceleague.net
Political Organizations Cherokee County Democrat Party Meets: 7 p.m. second Thursdays at Holly Springs Depot, 164 Hickory Road, Holly Springs. 8:30 a.m. first Saturdays at IHOP, 3010 Northside Parkway, Canton 30014. Contact: 770- 345-3489 www.cherokeedemocrats.com/d2. Cherokee County Libertarians Meets: 7:30 p.m. third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock 30188. Contact: http://cherokeelp.org. Cherokee County Republican Party Meets: 9 a.m. second Saturday at Winchesters Woodfire Grill Contact: 678-809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Meets: 4 p.m. third Sunday at Latimer Hall in Woodstock. Contact Conrad Quagliaroli 770- 378-8232 Republican Women of Cherokee County Contact: 678- 520-2236 www.rwccga.com
Recreation & Hobbies Allatoona Gold Panners Periodic events and outings to pan the creeks in the Dahlonega Gold Belt along the Lake. Contact: Rob Kelly rrkelly@bellsouth.net Cherokee Amateur Radio Society Meets: 10 a.m. on the second Saturday at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road. www.cherokeehams.com Cherokee Community Chorale A community of singers from all walks of life including housewives, teachers, retired professionals, office managers and professional musicians who love the art of choral singing. Contact: 678-439-8625 www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North St., Canton Contact: 770-704-6244 www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners Contact: 770-721-7803 www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/ mastergardeners
Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee County Saddle Club Hosts monthly meetings and group rides. www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) Roller hockey. www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Music Teachers Association Contact: Linda Lokey 770-720-1701 www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee Soccer Association Contact: 770-704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com Christian Authors Guild Meets: 7-9 p.m. first and third Monday at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. www.christianauthorsguild.org Kingdom Riders A forming chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association in Canton. Meets: 8 a.m. fourth Saturdays at Family Tradition restaurant in Hickory Flat. All makes of motorcycles welcome. Les Marmitons Is for men interested in culinary arts. www.lesmarmitons.org Wildlife Action, Inc. Is a conservation organization on Allatoona Lake at 2075 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth. Contact: 770-924-7464 www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.seniorsoftball.com Sons of the American Revolution - Cherokee Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Rock Barn, 638 Marietta Hwy., Canton www.cherokeechapter.com William G. Long Senior Center Offers activities for seniors at 223 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock. Contact: 678-445-6518
Support Organizations AA Meetings Canton Meets: 9:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 p.m. Monday at Canton First United Methodist, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road. Woodstock Meets: 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Hillside United Methodist, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway. http://www.aageorgia.org/14c-meetings.html Al-Anon and Al-A-Teen Canton Meets: 8 pm Thursday at St Clements Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Road. Woodstock Meets: Tuesday Al-anon and Alateen 8 pm Thursday Al-anon at Hillside United Methodist Church, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. Contact: Reba. 770-516-3502 www.ga-al-anon.org/district-number.php?district=17 American Heart Association - Cherokee Division Contact: 678-385-2013 American Red Cross Metro Chapter Contact: 770-428-2695 Breast Cancer Support Group Meets: 10 a.m. - noon first Thursday of each month at Northside Hospital—Cherokee, Diabetes Classroom, Educational Center Contact: 404-843-1880 Celebrate Recovery Christ-centered recovery program for all types of habits, hurts and hangups. Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Woodstock Church of the Nazarene. Contact: 770-366-7515 Meets: 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Sixes United
Methodist Contact: 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Meets: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Ministry House Contact: 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org Meets: 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton Contact: 678-764-8660 www.celebraterecovery.com Cherokee County Support Group Provides support for people with autoimmune conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, etc. Meets: 6:30 - 8 pm second Thursday at New Light Baptist Church, 1716 New Light Rd, Holly Springs Contacts: Stacie Collett 404-402-0571, jhmom88@ comcast.net and Christy Stephenson 770-337-0294 christystephenson@msn.com Cherokee County Special Olympics Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org Cherokee Christian Ministerial Association For pastors and ministry leaders of all Christian denominations. Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Wednesday at Dayspring Church, 6835 Victory Drive, Woodstock www.cherokeeministers.org Diabetes Support Group Meets: 9:30 and 11 a.m. third Tuesday at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Road, Woodstock Contact: Linda Watson 770-793-7818 Georgia Canines for Independence Contact: 404-824-4637, gcidogs@aol.com www.gcidogs.org Grace Valley Ministries Connects pastors by offering small group meetings, free counseling and a place to retreat. Contact: 727-251-7690 info@gracevalleyministries.org www.gracevalleyministries.org Grandparents Raising GRANDchildren Meets: 7:15 p.m. second Tuesdays Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available). Contact: Jeannie 770-919-9275 Hearing Loss Association of America NW Metro Atlanta Chapter For people with hearing loss looking for support and resources, holds free and informative quarterly meetings in the Woodstock area. Contact: nwmetroatlantahlaa@gmail.com La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets: 10 a.m. first Tuesday and 7 p.m. third Tuesday at Bascomb United Methodist Church Contact: Marguerite 678-315-7686 or Megan 770-517-0191 MOMS Club of Canton, West GA (serving Canton, Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs) http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com MOMS Club of Woodstock - Towne Lake Contact: momsclubofwoodstocktl@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets: 9:30 a.m. second and fourth Mondays at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy Contact: 770-924-4777 Unlimited Possibilities Support group for stroke and brain injury survivors. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Kennestone Outpatient Rehab Center Contact: Kelly 678-677-2589 SIXES LIVING | September 2015
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Reference
ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government President Barack Obama (D)
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov
Cherokee County Board of Commissioners
202-456-1414 fax: 202-456-2461
Sen. David Perdue (R)
202-224-3521 B40D Dirksen Senate Office Bldg., Washington, DC 20510 GA: 678-248-6444 perdue.senate.gov
1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton, GA 30114
Commissioners
L.B. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman
131 Russell Senate Office Bldg., Washington DC 20510 202-224-3643 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Suite 970, Atlanta, GA 30339 GA: 770-661-0999 isakson.senate.gov Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R) District 11 238 Cannon House Office Bldg., Washington DC 20515 202-225-2944 9898 Highway 92, Suite 100, Woodstock, GA 30188 GA: 770-429-1776 loudermilk.house.gov
State Government
Steve West (R) District 1 Ray Gunnin (R) District 2 rgunnin@cherokeega.com
Brian Poole (R) District 3 bpoole@cherokeega.com
Scott Gordon (R) District 4 sgordon@cherokeega.com
Cherokee County Coroner
Governor Nathan Deal (R)
404-652-7003 203 State Capitol, 206 Washington St. Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.georgia.gov
Earl W. Darby
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)
Sen. Brandon Beach (R) District 21 brandon.beach@senate.ga.gov
404-463-1378
498 Chattin Drive Canton, GA 30115 rdgarrison@cherokeega.com
Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20
678-523-8570
Cherokee County Tax Commissioner
Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21
678-576-2644
2780 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA 30114 slittle@cherokeega.com
Rep. Wes Cantrell (R) District 22 wes@cantrellforhouse.com
770-722-7526
Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23
Cherokee County School Board Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo
404-656-0254
Rep. John Carson (R) District 46
404-656-0287
scot@turnerforhouse.com
mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov john.carson@house.ga.gov
Sonya Little
Superior Court 678-493-6270 678-493-6260 678-493-6240
State Court Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris
678-493-6490 678-493-6480
678-493-6431 678-493-6431
Probate Court Judge Keith Wood (R)
Kyla Cromer (R) (Chair)
www.cherokeega-sheriff.org 678-493-4100 fax: 678-493-4228
678-493-6400 fax: 678-493-6420 www.cherokee.k12.ga.us 770-479-1871 fax: 770-479-1236 678-493-8088
kyla.cromer@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Patsy Jordan (R) District 2
770-893-2970
John Harmon (R) District 3
404-462-4950
patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us john.harmon@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Rick Steiner (R) District 4 rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us
770-721-4398, x4370
Clark Menard (R) District 5
770-928-0341
Mike Chapman (R) District 6 mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us
770-345-6256
clark.menard@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Magistrate Court Chief Judge James E. Drane III (R) Judge Gregory Douds
221 West Main St., Canton, GA 30114 drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us
770-735-8055
District 1 TBD
Cherokee County Courts Chief Judge David Cannon Jr. Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea
lbahrens@cherokeega.com swest@cherokeega.com
Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)
michael@CaldwellforHouse.com
www.cherokeega.com 678-493-6001
City Government 678-493-6160
Canton Mayor Gene Hobgood
770-704-1544
Juvenile Court
www.canton-georgia.gov
Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker
Holly Springs Mayor Timothy Downing
770-345-5536
District Attorney Shannon Wallace
678-493-6250 678-493-6280 770-479-1488
Clerk of Courts Patty Baker
Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques
770-592-6001
678-493-6511
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www.hollyspringsga.us.
www.woodstockga.gov
SIXES AREA HOMES SOLD IN JULY
A partial list of recent homes sales.
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ADVERTISERS DIRECTORY ANIMALS/PETS BridgeMill Animal Hospital 770-479-2200 www.bridgemillvet.com
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Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.cherokeega-animals.org www.findingrover.com
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Ribley Chiropractic 770-592-2505 www.ribleychrio.com
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Towne Lake Family Chiropractic 770-592-1877 www.townelakechiro.com
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Citadel Professional Services, LLC 770-952-6707
BridgeMill Dentistry 770-704-1812 www.BridgeMillDentistry.com
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ATTORNEYS/LEGAL SERVICES
Dentistry at Hickory Flat 770-213-8166 www.HickoryFlatDentist.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 Downtown Buzz 770-592-6056 www.downtownwoodstock.org/ downtown-buzz
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CLEANING SERVICES MiniMaid 60 770-656-2726 www.minimaid.com Rejoice Maids 678-905-3476 www.rejoicemaids.com
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CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Must Ministries www.mustministries.org
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CHIROPRACTIC Grexa Chiropractic & Structural Wellness 27 770-213-7602 www.GrexaChiropractic.com North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute 678-574-5678 70
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Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com Spillane Orthodontics 770-928-4747 www.SpillaneOrtho.com
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EDUCATION/INSTRUCTION Goddard School, The 33 770-720-3003 www.goddardschool.com/atlanta/cantonprominence-point-ga Gracie Barra Canton 770-630-0353 gbcanton.com
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Grant Academy, The 770-926-7827 www.thegrantacademy.net
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Piano Instructor-Ralph Iossa 973-519-6863 www.woodstockpianolessons.com
Azure Salon & Spa 770-345-8280 www.azuresalon.net
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Bambu Salon 770-345-0027 www.BambuSalonAveda.com
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Salon Spa VenĂŠssa 770-591-2079 www.salonvenessa.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS & REPAIR
Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 31 678-224-5722 www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com Williams Orthodontics Canton: 770-345-4155 Woodstock: 770-592-5554 www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com
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HAIR SALON/MASSAGE/SPA
Windsor House Assisted Living 3 678-880-9856 www.WindsorHouseAssistedLiving.com
Kathleen McGillick, Attorney 770-591-5956 www.KathleenMcGillick.com
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FUNERAL HOME South Canton Funeral Home 770-479-3377 www.thescfh.com
DENTAL (Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)
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Alcaraz Drywall 47 678-949-8689, fidelalcaraz@yahoo.com Blue Horizon Air Conditioning & Heating 678-279-2244 BHCool.com
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Grout Doctor, The 678-383-1311 www.GroutDoctor.com
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Hammocks Heating & Air 770-794-0428 www.hammockshvac.com
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Mr. Junk 678-675-8651 www.mrjunk1.com
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Professional Installed Wood Floors 404-975-7027 www.hardwoodproject.com
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Reliable Heating & Air 770-594-9969 www.ReliableAir.com Xteriors of Atlanta Concrete & Beauty Design 678-663-1408 www.CBDAtl.com
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LANDSCAPING/LAWN CARE Calvary Landscaping & Irrigation 770-720-1727 or 770-827-0346 www.calvarylandscaping.com
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Soil Sense Landscape Group 678-483-5185 soilsenselandscape.com
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PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Cherokee Internal Medicine 678-238-0301 www.cherokeeim.com
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Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists 31 770-720-7733 www.cherokeewomenshealth.com Medical Associates of North Georgia 770-479-5535 www.medassoc.com
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North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, Dr. Jan Henriques 13 770-726-8948 www.NorthGeorgiaHearing.com North Georgia Foot & Ankle Reconstruction, Dr. Bret Hintze 770-999-0804
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Northside Hospital – Cherokee www.northside.com Northwest ENT and Allergy Center 770-427-0368 www.NW-ENT.com
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Plastic Surgery Center of the South 29 770-421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net Wellstar and Mayo Clinic 770-956-7827 www.wellstar.org/mayo
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Cruise Planners, David Chance 770-975-2581 www.DavidsTravel.blue
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Elm St. Cultural Arts Village 678-494-4251
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Sequoyah Chiefs Football
Keller Williams, Kurt & Sheila Johnson Back Cover 404-954-2486 www.kurtandsheilateam.com
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RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT Cherokee County Historical Society 21
Riverfest
REAL ESTATE
Magnolia Cottages by the Sea
Linda B. Lee, 850-319-8050 linda.lee@pelicanproperty.com
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Woodstock Wolverines Football
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