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Contents

48 & 49 On the Cover élon Salon Photo by Tom Carson

September 2018

Features

In Every Issue

Contributors

14 The Tale of the Reeves House

4 8 12 24 26 36 54 56 64 70 72 74 78 86 88 90 92 94

Around Towne Community News Celebrations Everyday Angels Rob’s Rescues Community Calendar Ribbon Cuttings TLBA School News Towne Lake Dining Guide Recent Home Sales Library Events Cherokee Photo Club Greenprints Trail Map Downtown Woodstock Dining Guide Clubs & Organizations Church Listings Directory of Advertisers

44 Don Akridge 30 Danny Branom 81 Christopher Brazelton 89 Carla Caldwell 40 Michael Caldwell 46 Cherokee Office of Economic Development 73 Rev. Joseph Cousin 42 Dr. Britton Crigler 42 Dr. Jennifer Dattolo 50 Dr. Bruce Fink 18 Jennifer Flannery 20 Claire Frost 52 Delia Halverson 22 Candi Hannigan 76 Tiffany Hughes 30 Kurt & Sheila Johnson 68 Bryce Jones 14 Matt Neal 28 Josh Nelson 84 Christopher Purvis 56 Bill Ratliff 58 Susan Schulz 34 Tim Timmons 50 Dr. Amber York

The rich past of a beloved building will be reflected in the new facility.

16 Carmel PTA Project

Carmel Elementary students are greeted with positive messages in an unlikely place − the school’s bathrooms.

46 Time to Update Your Résumé

The COED shares tips and resources for Cherokee County citizens who are ready to forget the commute.

68 An Exciting Pilgrimage

Woodstock middle schooler describes his extraordinary summer on the Camino de Santiago.

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AROUND TOWNE

The

People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Towne Lake

Letter from Our Controller It's finally my turn to say, "Hello from the billing department!" I am so blessed to be part of the Cherokee and Acworth communities our readers and advertisers have built. Every month, I enjoy seeing the celebrations and triumphs of our community members, as well as the changes in the commercial landscape. My husband and I have lived in Cherokee County since 1995, and home-schooled our children here. As avid boaters and lovers of all things water-related, we especially enjoy hearing about happenings on Lake Allatoona. If you visit the lake much, you’ve probably seen us out on our pontoon, the “Yes, Dear.” We’ve enjoyed this lake since before we were married 31 years ago. We raised our family around camping, swimming and boating so close to home. Although our children are grown, we are thrilled that our grands all enjoy the water as much as we do. I’ve been with Aroundabout for eight years, and have enjoyed participating in the improvements in our publications over the years. In particular, I remember when we decided to invest in glossy paper, and the positive feedback we received from both our readers and our advertisers. In my role as controller here at Aroundabout Local Media, I primarily communicate with our advertisers. However, it is our readers who allow us to thrive in the communities we love so much. We strive to bring you uplifting stories that resonate and community information that simplifies and enhances decisions you make, while keeping you coming back for more. We enjoy hearing from our readers, so let us know if there's something we can include to improve your enjoyment of our magazine. If you are a current or potential advertiser, I'm your contact for any questions related to billing or payments. I enjoy working with our advertisers to make sure we stay affordable while we continue to improve all of our publications. As fall approaches and we transition back to more traffic and shorter days, I look forward to seeing how you are enjoying cooler weather and fun festivals in our community!

D enise G riffin Denise Griffin is the controller of Aroundabout Local Media. Send your comments or questions to Denise@AroundaboutMagazines.com.

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What's New Doctors Rohit Panchal and Raxit Patel have joined Cherokee Lung and Sleep Specialists in Canton and Woodstock. Cherokeelungandsleep.com.

Polish Nails has opened at 156 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30188. 678-324-1508. Find them on Facebook at Polish Lounge Nail Spa. Georgia All-Star Gymnastics has new owners: Jason Beliveau and Jorgen Falk. Former owner Becky Oppenhiemer is the meet director when hosting competitions. Rebecca Thomas is the new recreational coordinator, and Jason continues as team coordinator. A ninja program has been added to the selection of recreational and competitive gymnastics and tumble options. For more details on what’s new, call 770-516-2654 or visit www.ga-allstars.com. Peach Blossom Boutique has opened in The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, halfway down the Brooks Brothers hallway. The women’s boutique has sizes ranging from small to 3X, and carries bath and body products, home decor, and men’s graphic tees. Follow Peach Blossom & Co on Instagram and Facebook. Elm Street Cultural Arts Village has opened the Elm Street School of Music, with lessons in guitar, drum, percussion,

voice, piano, electric bass, contrabass and ukulele for all ages and abilities. As part of the Collage Series and the 2018-19 season, lessons are available for music orchestration and voice for ages 8 and older. For details, visit www.elmstreetarts.org.

Welcome Back Jay Baker has returned to the position of director of communications and community relations for the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and the Marshal’s Office.

Kudos Northside Hospital health care system has been recognized for its hospitals ranking among the best in the nation for patient experience, according to Healthgrades, which also announced the recipients of their 2018 Outstanding Patient Experience Award. Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside

Hospital Cherokee in Canton and Northside Hospital Forsyth in Cumming are among 10 Georgia hospitals, and the only three metro Atlanta hospitals, to make the list.

Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Cherokee in Canton and Northside Hospital Forsyth in

Cumming also have been recognized with multiple awards from the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines (GWTG) and Mission: Lifeline quality improvement programs.

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COMMUNITY BOARD The TowneLaker Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders from different walks of life. Our board members assist us in many ways, including contributing to our magazine and providing valuable feedback.

Kurt Johnson, co-founder of the Kurt and Sheila real estate team, has been involved in real estate most of his adult life. He and his wife have lived in Cherokee County for more than 13 years, their three children have attended county schools since the oldest started first grade at Bascomb Elementary. Kurt and Sheila work hard to promote Cherokee County and all it has to offer. Ann Litrel is an artist and writer whose nationally

published work includes decorative art, paintings for private and corporate collections, and writing and illustration for a range of publications. Ann lives in Towne Lake with her husband and coauthor Dr. Mike Litrel and their two sons. Ann can be reached at Ann@annlitrel.com.

Publisher Aroundabout Local Media, Inc. ALM President Patty Ponder 770-615-3322 Patty@AroundaboutMagazines.com Executive Editor Candi Hannigan 770-615-3309 Candi@AroundaboutMagazines.com Managing Editor Jackie Loudin 770-615-3318 Jackie@AroundaboutMagazines.com Art Director Michelle McCulloch 770-615-3307 Michelle@AroundaboutMagazines.com Page Designer Laura Latchford Laura@AroundaboutMagazines.com Controller Denise Griffin 770-615-3315 Denise@AroundaboutMagazines.com Market Support Associate Christie Deese Christie@AroundaboutMagazines.com Copy Editors Bill King, Eliza Somers

Scott Coleman is the owner of Coleman Home

Services, a residential construction firm based in Towne Lake. He and his wife Lisa have three grown children and have lived in Towne Lake for 23 years. Scott and Lisa are supporters of the local special needs community. Scott enjoys the outdoors, cooking and his annual fishing trip to Alaska.

Bettie Sleeth has lived in Towne Lake for more than 12 years, and helped start the Kiwanis Club in Cherokee County. She's been active in service leadership programs in Cherokee County schools, helping bring Key Clubs to Etowah, Sequoyah and Creekview high schools and a Circle K club at Reinhardt University. She's active at her church, Hillside United Methodist, and serves in many community service projects and activities. Lynne Saunders is the founder and executive director of Papa’s Pantry and The Master’s Training Center. Her employment classes are based on a book she wrote, “21st Century Keys to Employment.” Lynne has been married to Bill for 33 years and has three grown daughters and five grandchildren. Anthony Hughes, raised in St. Petersburg, Fla., has been a special education teacher since 2001. He teaches at E.T. Booth Middle School and moved to Woodstock in 2015 with his wife Jessica and sons Jacob and Gavin. They are excited to be a part of the Towne Lake community. Depending on the season, they spend a lot of time at any of the area’s sport fields or enjoying Lake Allatoona. 6

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TowneLaker, a publication of Aroundabout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly community magazine. The magazine’s goal is to build a sense of community and pride in the Towne Lake and surrounding area by providing its residents with positive stories and timely information. It distributes a total of 16,400 free copies. Approximately 15,600 are direct mailed to homes and businesses and an additional 800 are placed in racks around the community. It also has 2,000+ digital viewers of the magazine online each month. TowneLaker welcomes your comments, stories, and advertisements. Editorial deadline is the 1st and advertising deadline is the 5th of the previous month. Subscriptions are available for $24 per year. Send check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the Editor/ Publisher and the Publisher makes no claims as to the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. TowneLaker 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 2018. TowneLaker 1025 Rose Creek Drive, PMB 380, Suite 620 Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: Patty Ponder, 770-615-3322 Website: www.townelaker.com Volume 24, Issue 5

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COMMUNITY

YOUR LOCAL NEWS Delay in Opening Express Lanes The opening of 30 miles of toll lanes in Cobb and Cherokee counties may be delayed due to the collapse of a wall alongside an unfinished stretch of I-75, according to an Aug. 6 report at www.ajc.com. In a video published by the Georgia Department of Transportation in June, the day after the wall collapsed, spokesperson Natalie Dale said an investigation is underway to determine the problem, and the project likely is two months away from being open to the public. “We are still reviewing the report from the investigator, so no ribbon cutting date has been set at this time,” Dale told the TowneLaker at press time. The Northwest Corridor Express Lanes project includes 39 bridges and six new interchanges along the corridor. To stay updated on the progress, visit http://dot.ga.gov/DS/GEL/NWC.

The new pediatric exam room has a firehouse theme.

Bethesda Clinic Adds Space

Bethesda Community Clinic in Holly Springs is growing. The community-based health center has opened a new office, funded by the Cherokee County Community Development Block Grant, and a new pediatric exam room. The new pediatric exam room that is outfitted with a fire engine theme in honor of Cherokee County Fire/ EMS heroes, was made possible by the donations from the Cherokee Service League. Bethesda provides quality, compassionate care to uninsured and underinsured people in Cherokee County and the surrounding region. Since opening in 2011, more than 5,000 patients of all ages have received free or reduced-price primary medical services, including physical exams, sports physicals, DOT physicals and drug screens, women’s health exams, acute (sick visits) and chronic care for all ages, medication assistance, blood labs, diabetes education, nutrition classes and health coaching. “In 2017, Bethesda helped 1,111 patients receive $2.7 million in free medications,” founder Karen Fegely said. “Our patients would go without these much needed medications and services if Bethesda was not here for them. There are over 55,000 uninsured people in Cherokee County and 7 percent of these are children. We are here to lend a hand up to our neighbors in need.” Bethesda Community Clinic is located at 111 Mountain Brook Drive, Suite 100, Canton. 678-880-9654. www.BethesdaCommunity Clinic-Cherokee.com. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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Drivers trying to find a shortcut between Ridgewalk Parkway and downtown Woodstock or the Towne Lake area will have a new route to explore. Ridgewalk Holdings donated approximately 2.1 acres of land to the city of Woodstock, so that Ridge Trail can be extended to the south to connect Ridgewalk Parkway with Rope Mill Road. Construction is expected to be completed by November 2019. Ridgewalk Holdings is the master developer of Ridgewalk Landing, where Costco Wholesale just opened a new store. The red line indicates the route of the extension that will connect Ridgewalk Parkway and Rope Mill Road.

Accreditation Awarded to 911 Center Cherokee 911 recently was awarded its second re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), making it one of only nine accredited dispatch centers in Georgia. “This prestigious distinction, one of a select few 911 centers in the country to earn such an award, demonstrates the continued professionalism and dedication of the entire 911 staff to the profession and to the citizens of Cherokee County,” Chief Ron Hunton said. The CALEA Public Safety Communications Accreditation Program provides a communications center with a process to review and internally assess its operations and procedures. Since the first CALEA Communication Accreditation Award was granted in 1999, the program has become the primary method for a communications agency to voluntarily demonstrate its commitment to excellence. Cherokee 911 received its original CALEA certification in November, 2011.

Cash Gifts Benefit Veterans Two Canton National Guard members, Sgt. First Class Darrell Shelnut and Staff Sgt.t Trey Wright, were awarded $500 gifts from Simpson & Simpson Accounting, a Woodstock CPA firm. Shelnut and Wright have served combat tours in Afghanistan and, after leaving active duty, continue to serve the Army National Guard. The firm’s owner, Josh Simpson, served in Operation Wright Shelnut Iraqi Freedom III, and has pledged to donate 2 percent of proceeds to honor local veterans or active military servants throughout the year. “I want to give back to those who are currently serving and to display my continued support. It takes an incredible amount of courage and I want these warriors to know they are appreciated,” Simpson said. 10

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Adopt a Veteran Program Kicks Off The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program, along with American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45, has kicked off the fourth year of the Cherokee County Adopt a Veteran for Christmas program. “The focus for this program is two-fold,” according to program director Jim Lindenmayer. “Our first focus is on providing for veterans with families who are financially challenged, disabled, or homeless, and our second focus is on our elderly veterans who are living in senior care facilities or living home alone. It is our goal to make sure that all of these veterans have a great Christmas this year.” Last year, the program supported more than 220 veterans living in assisted living facilities and nursing homes, helped 25 veteran families who were financially challenged, and supported more than 15 homebound veterans who live alone. The program’s kickoff is beginning earlier this year to reach the most veterans possible, according to Betty Lewis, president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45. To suggest a veteran who needs help, or if you would like to learn how to be involved in the program, contact Jim Lindenmayer (jlindenmayer80@gmail.com or 678-983-7590) or Betty Lewis (770-318-6451). The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program is a 501c19 veteran nonprofit organization that’s a part of the American Legion, the largest veteran support group in the U.S., with posts in 14,000 communities around the country and 2.4 million members. www.legion.org. The American Legion Auxiliary, the world’s largest women’s patriotic service organization, meets the needs of U.S. veterans, military, and their families, here and abroad www.alaforveterans.org.

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Celebrations!

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Zachary Elliott of Woodstock and Kaylin Richards of Chicago will be exchanging vows on Sept. 2 in Asheville, NC. We wish you a wonderful happily ever after! XOXO Mom and Dad

Audrey Hopkins

Age 10 on Sept. 17 We love you and are amazed by you every day! Dad, Mom and Alex

Happy ninth birthday, Kyle! Sept. 1

Happy Birthday, Cameron!

We are all very proud of you, keep it up! Mom, Dad, Nicole and Mason

Macie Brown, age 12

Happy first day in seventh grade. We're proud of you, Mom, Dad, Nate and Kyle

We love you! From Mom, Dad and everyone

Lizzy is turning 3!

Happy birthday, happy girl! Can’t wait to see what the threes will bring you! All our love, Mommy, Daddy, Oliver, Mojito and Double

Happy Birthday, Kira Bear! Age 7 on Sept. 1 We love you! Mom, Dad, Trey and Raelynn

Happy second anniversary to Matt and Jessie! The coming year holds many unknowns, so hold on to each other!

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Happy 23rd birthday, Garrett!

Your sense of humor and sharp wit never disappoint. We’re always proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

Happy Birthday, Slade!

Sept. 24 We love you buddy! Love, Dad, Momma and Steele

Happy first birthday, Otto! Aug. 30 Mommy and Daddy love you!

Happy Birthday, Trey Day! Age 5 on Sept. 6 We love you! Mom, Dad, Kira and Raelynn

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Architectural rendering of the new Reeves House. Right, the house was taken apart plank by plank in an effort to save as much of the original wood as possible.

Rebuilding for the Future With an Eye on the Past BY MATT NEAL

During the past few months, you may have noticed something missing in downtown Woodstock. No, I’m not referring to the old town mural; a new one was created on Mill Street. And I’m not referring to the building on the corner of Mill and Main streets that was recently taken down. I’m talking about something much older. The Reeves House, which had been abandoned for decades, sadly had to be demolished a few months ago. In years past, you could see it at the end of Elm Street. In recent times, it was a focal point on the Noonday Creek Trail. For years, it had been part of the

The original Reeves House was part of a 14-acre farm. 14

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plans of Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, which owns the property. A great deal of time and effort was spent raising funds to restore the building as a part of the planned artist village. However, fate had a different plan. The house was one of the oldest in our community. Built in 18971898 by Luther Reeves, it was the main farmhouse of a 14-acre farm. Everything you see around it – apartment buildings, stores and shops, almost all of Main Street, Towne Lake Parkway, in fact all the paved roads – did not exist back then. It was the haven and homestead of Luther and his wife, Carrie, far out in the country. Through the years, they had eight children. The house grew as the family did, with new additions cobbled on, including a second story and a few other rooms. The Reeves family lived there until 1945. During that time, they watched Woodstock grow into a vibrant community. Main Street, the cotton mill and the train depot, were all growing and bringing more people to town. Other owners took over the Reeves House, and as the town grew up around them, it became just another house among many others. The Reeves House was used as a private home until modern times. In fact, one of the most recent renovations added an HVAC system. However, a few decades ago the last owners left, never to return. The house sat vacant for many years, neglected and hoping to find new purpose. Enter the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. When it purchased the house, it had big plans. The house would be the centerpiece of an artist village, featuring a gallery, events, art shows,

classes, workshops and more. What went wrong? In the end, it was the house itself. Elm Street Cultural Arts Village brought in architects and engineers to examine the house and determine the best way to restore it. What they found was disheartening. It turned out, the house simply was not stable. While removing boards from the walls and floors, they discovered the studs holding those boards were few and far between. The wall boards themselves were actually holding the building up, and removing them could bring the entire building down. Several boards were rotting, it was unsafe, and it was unstable. The decision was made, and not lightly, to take the house apart, plank by plank, and salvage anything and everything that could be used to rebuild it. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the plan â&#x2C6;&#x2019; to rebuild the house, and make it better and stronger than it was before, using as much of the original materials as possible. In the end, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably the best representation of our town one could ask for. It will be modern, it will be strong, but it will be made using the best of our past, which is what makes Woodstock a strong, viable, and long-lasting community.

Matt Neal is a freelance writer who has lived in Woodstock with his wife since 1999. He can be reached at mattnealwriter@outlook.com. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

Laney Hector, Sudie Hector, Chevin Terrado and Charlotte Machielsen. Photos courtesy of Traci Kuykendall Photography.

Not Your Ordinary Bathroom Break PROVIDED BY CARMEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA

They say great minds think alike. That was the case with Carmel Elementary teacher Traci Kuykendall, and Carmel PTA presidents Rebe Preston and Brittney Perez. Kuykendall, inspired by a viral video, started a campaign to revitalize the school's bathrooms. She wasn't aware that at the same time Preston and Perez had the same idea. The three women got together with a group of school administrators, teachers, parents and PTA members with the goal of changing the attitudes of Carmel students in the least likeliest of places - the bathrooms. A week before school started, and with permission from Principal Paula Crumbley, the volunteers started working on transforming the bathroom stall doors with positive messages of encouragement. The bathrooms were unveiled at the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meet-and-greet July 30, and students and parents were able to see the results of the creative project. The staff and teachers of Carmel Elementary have developed a strong relationship with the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PTA. A special thanks goes out to the following PTA volunteers (along with some of their kids) who helped with this project: Rebecca (Rebe) Preston, Brittney Perez, Jamie McManus Sanderson, Shannon Overby, Lori Lavalle, Gillian Mims, Stacey Stockton, Staci Powell, Sudie Hector, Chevin Terrado, Charlotte Machielsen, Keisha Dixon, Stacy Franks and Shawna Powell. Thank you, also, to all the Carmel Elementary teachers who gave their time and creativity to make this project a success.

Top left, Morgan Hector, Marin Powell and Karis Powell. Bottom, Rebe Preston and daughter Lucy. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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A Reading Oasis BY JENNIFER FLANNERY

Clara, Kathryn, Marley and Kayla apply the first coat of paint.

Local Girl Scout Troop 14655 (second year Brownies) from Bascomb Elementary recently completed a Take Action Project as part of the Girl Scouts’ new Engineering Journey. The result was a little free library located in the school’s parking lot. Membership in Girl Scouts is 2.6 million strong, and it is the pre-eminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure and success, and believes in the power of every GIRL (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader) to change the world. Girl Scout journeys and badges are a great way for girls to explore interests and learn new skills. Girls pick topics that interest them most: caring for animals; taking a stand for girls; exploring STEM; helping others; spreading kindness; protecting the environment. The girls from Troop 14655 brainstormed to identify needs in the community, and they talked about each need, and voted on what they wanted to address. They decided that, while reading is important, the availability of books to children is limited to library hours. They requested meetings with Bascomb Elementary Principal Kathleen Chandler and media specialist Pam Morris to ask permission to build a free library at the school. The girls created a design and a PowerPoint presentation for the meeting. The girls learned quickly, after answering a few questions, that they hadn’t thought of everything: What happens if a school or public library book gets put in the free library? Also, the location can’t impede safety areas, etc. They weren’t discouraged, since their Engineering Journey taught them it was OK if they didn’t get it right the first time. They took what they learned, redesigned, and received approval for the project. Everyone is invited to check out the library (limited to children’s books only), and sit on the bench while you enjoy a book. Anyone may contribute or take books. If you take a book (or two), you do not need to return that exact book. However, to keep the little library full of good choices for the community, the next time you visit, bring a few books to share. Little library book exchanges function on the honor system; everyone contributes to ensure there are always quality books inside − this way, we all win! Left, Troop 14655 with its leaders and project helpers, front row, from left: Jennifer, Lily, Kayla, Aniyah, Clara and Kathryn; back row: Christina, Andrew, David, Kelley and Marley.

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A City Revealed Mural reflects connections between the past and present. BY CLAIRE FROST

Francis Bacon said, “The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery.” After speaking with AnnaLysa Kimball, the artist behind the new mural in downtown Woodstock, I think Francis got it wrong. Anyone who lays eyes on the scrapbook of images that cover the Mill Street side of Woodstock Pharmacy’s wall can attest that the wall doesn’t hide anything. It showcases the ideals and themes that make this community so special. A few years ago, Woodstock officials put out a call for mural artists and Kimball decided to throw her name in the hat. After the selection committee reviewed her portfolio, an interview was conducted, and because of Kimball’s vibrant work and ability to capture moments of life, the committee offered her the job. The wall was a blank canvas (pun intended) and she was able to build a design concept from the ideas of the city representatives and then allow it to evolve into the masterpiece it became.

showcase other elements Woodstock: the outdoors, the inner city, the restaurant vibe, etc. (I don’t need to tell you how cool Woodstock is!)

Below are some of the things that we, as a community, wanted to celebrate about our fair city: • Love for the outdoors. • The balance of work and play. • Healthy living. • Music. • The arts. • Community. • Family. • Diversity.

became a part of the mural … just like it was supposed to happen,” Kimball said. While it was difficult to find volunteers willing to climb the scaffolding in the blistering Georgia sun, some people stepped up to help paint. A few high school girls came by to lend a hand. Another passerby was so moved that she helped paint for a day. Local artist Deborah Tidwell lent her very talented hand one morning.

The City’s Mojo

Kimball and I chatted briefly about the difficulties of the project (each season brought its own weather challenges), but, overall, the process proved to be as spectacular as the mural and our city. “The evolution of the project and the connection of the people to it as they pass by has been the most rewarding. Each person sees something different and takes away something unique to their experiences,” Kimball said about her favorite aspect of the project. If it wasn’t already obvious, Kimball has an affinity for Woodstock. “My favorite thing Showcasing Woodstock about Woodstock is its mojo! This Kimball began the year-andcity is so fun, exciting, involved, a-half-long process of gathering progressive but humble, creative The artist with her parents, Dyanne Barnet and David Carpenter. ideas from the community. “We and inventive, and enthusiastic talked about what people loved about Integrating Passersby about its future and potential.” the city, and many connected it to our Once the design was approved, she They say a picture is worth a thousand past, where we began … so using images began to paint with her parents, who met words, but I would have to disagree. This from the past became relevant.” Some in art school, in tow. (This family of artists mural is worth so much more than words. had fun requests, like including their worked tirelessly for an estimated 110 Kimball managed to capture the heartbeat pup, but, after a while, patterns began to days!) People walking along the sidewalk of our city by simply getting to know the develop, which allowed her to come up were used as inspiration. Her friends citizens. We are every bit a part of the with themes. She wrote the responses of served as models. Her family happily mural, and should count ourselves lucky the people she spoke with on sticky notes donated the likenesses of their hands or that someone as talented and creative as and created a collage on a wall, alongside legs. They even had a few photo shoots AnnaLysa Kimball could capture what our images from the past and present. downtown when they were looking for words alone couldn’t. The artist decided to represent something specific to capture. the community in the mural by using The community, though, did not just Claire is the editor of House of everyday citizens to connect images from stop by the painting, they wanted to shake Frost, a blog juggling family, the past with those of the present, rather hands, share stories, and be a part of the fashion, food and furnishing with than using historical icons. In addition mural. “It became very clear that the mural a little sparkle. HouseFrost.com. to representing people, she wanted to was still evolving, and, so, the passersby 20

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Bryce and his dad walking Calle Estafeta, where the Running of the Bulls takes place. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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There's Help for Hurting Family Members BY CANDI HANNIGAN

Occasionally, a tragedy will occur that rocks an entire community, as happened with the death of 24-year-old Conner McKeeth this summer. Whether or not you know the family involved, it tears at your heart and leaves you with a feeling of wanting to help, but not knowing how. It also can make you take a second look at your own family, searching for warning signs or ways to help your loved ones. In the spirit of National Suicide Prevention Month (September) and in memory of Conner, our desire is to offer hope, resources and raise awareness of a problem many of us may not know exists … and help save lives in the process. Every May for the past 15 years, golfers have gathered at the Woodmont Country Club for a chance to take a day off work and enjoy a round of golf. While they are having fun, they’re also making a difference for families they don’t know, and likely never will meet. The annual Johnny Foundation golf tournament has been a labor of love for Wayne and Lisa Leathers, who began the event to pave an easier path for others who experience the same devastation as their family − suicide. On Aug. 29, 2000, Johnny Leathers ended his life. Three years later, his parents began the Johnny Foundation (www.thejohnnyfoundation.org). Using tournament proceeds, they’ve established a memorial fund at two counseling centers to help families who may not have insurance or otherwise be able to afford counseling. “I remember 18 years ago, when my son ended his life, we were in uncharted waters. I knew we needed help, but I didn’t know where to go to get it. It took five different phone calls to five offices to find a Christian counselor who could help us,” Lisa said. “Each time you call, you have to explain over again. I didn’t want other people to have to go through that.” The centers where families can receive help are nearby; just call and mention the Johnny Foundation to find how to get help and financial assistance for counseling.

• Paraclete Counseling – Johns Creek. 770-753-0350. www.paracletecounseling.com.

• Restoration Counseling of Atlanta – Roswell/Woodstock. 678-534-3824. www.restorationcounselingatl.com.

The golf tournament has raised $250,000 over the years; this year’s event saw a record turnout of 144 golfers and raised $28,000. Organizers place awareness signs at each hole with statistics, and memorial signs with pictures of people who ended their lives — putting a face with the numbers. On the west side of the county, The Tavern at Towne Lake in Woodstock hosted an Aug. 6 charity golf tournament that benefitted the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a network of local crisis centers that offers free and confidential emotional support 24/7. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Organizer Dan O’Brien gave a personal plea to the players before hitting the links: “If you see a friend or family member in need of help, stop and talk with them, give them encouragement, stick by their side. Time is what you have, and what that person needs.” The inaugural event was a success, drawing 40 players and raising enough money to send $3,000 to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline and $1,000 to Shepherds Men, which helps veterans with PTSD and suicidal inclinations. Other organizations in or near Georgia offer resources for families affected by suicide. Lisa recommends the following nonprofits.

• Span GA. Focuses on supporting survivors, but work also includes suicide prevention, intervention and aftercare. www.span-ga.org.

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Raises money for research and has a good website with helpful resources. www.afsp.org.

• Lou Ruspi Jr. Foundation. Brings mental health education and

wellness to schools, the community and other entities through educational and interactive seminars and resources. www.lrjfoundation.com.

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EVERYDAY

Identifying people in need in our community.

As we reflect upon the different stages of life, we can surely empathize with this month’s feature family. The primary goal of most adults in their 30s is to establish themselves on solid ground, as they begin their career and family. Many get jobs, purchase a home and reliable transportation, leaving few funds to spare. In fact, many likely will accumulate more debt than savings at this stage of life. When Everyday Angels heard the story of Justin and Rebecca Howard, we knew we had to share with our readers in hopes of helping them through this unexpected, premature season of life. On the night of May 24, Justin and wife Rebecca had put their two children to bed when Justin suddenly began experiencing numbness on the left side of his body. A massive headache followed with inability to focus. “When we arrived at the emergency room, Justin had vision and memory loss, confusion and hallucinations. After many imaging tests, blood panels and an echocardiogram, it was determined that my husband had suffered a right occipital stroke, and was immediately admitted in the hospital,” Rebecca said. Further tests revealed that his stroke was caused by patent foramen ovale (PFO), a minor malformation in the heart, where a small hole between the right and left atria fails to close naturally after birth. PFOs are not uncommon. They occur in one out of every four people, but most never know they have it. PFOs can contribute to severe migraines, and sometimes stroke. In Justin’s case, a blood clot passed through his heart to his brain. The area of the brain that was affected by the stroke controls his limbic system, which is the part of the brain that is responsible for emotions, vision and other body functions. As a result, he suffers from latent hallucinations, emotional outbursts, personality changes, partial loss of vision, memory loss and confusion. “As of May 30, he was not cleared to return to work by his neurologist until considerable improvement was shown,” Rebecca said. On July 19, Justin woke up slurring his words and had facial drooping. Another trip to the ER determined he had suffered a second stroke while sleeping. “As you can imagine, it's been horrifying. I've gotten into the habit of waking four or five times a night to check on him like a newborn,” Rebecca said. “Surgeons have now implanted a loop recorder in his chest to monitor his heart for the next three years. Medications and therapies are now a big part of our daily routine. 24

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Justin and Rebecca with their daughters.

“Prior to May 24, Justin was a healthy, hard-working 35-yearold husband, dad and sole provider for our family. We have two girls, ages 6 and 4. He has always been in perfect health. He is a non-drinker, non-drug-user and an active church member. His inability to work has quickly exhausted the small savings that we were in the process of building, and has wreaked havoc on our already humble lifestyle,” Rebecca said, as she desperately prepares to sell their home. “I am a new realtor and work on 100 percent commission, so establishing myself takes time that we do not have. As Justin recovers, he must find another source of income since he can no longer work in the construction field. Meanwhile, the costs of medication, specialists, physical and occupational therapies is overwhelming.” Everyday Angels would love to help this sweet and faithful couple through this unexpected season of life. Please consider a small contribution to support and encourage them. A little from many makes a difference! Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Cherokee County since 2000. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www.everydayangels.info to donate via Paypal or send your donations to: Everyday Angels, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will go to the family you specify. Also, if you know of a special need within your community that you would like to share, please send an e-mail to aaeverydayangels@gmail.com for consideration and qualification.

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Rob’s Rescues This dog’s name is Livie. She is 8 years old and is an owner surrender. She is a spaniel mix. You would want this dog because she is friendly and active. She has been in the shelter a long time and deserves a home. This cat’s name is Ricky. He is gentle, kind and lets you pet him. He is very affectionate. His left ear is clipped, which usually means it is a feral cat that has been spayed or neutered. This cat has definitely never been feral though as he is very peaceful and calm. He would make a great house companion.

I was a special guest with the IThink Improv Troupe at the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. I really enjoyed it and think that you should see one of their shows. My favorite part was being on stage and playing the games with them. The funniest part was when Joe and Deb explained the process of spaying and neutering starting with the letter J and using all the letters of the alphabet. Also, we collected a lot of cat food at the show that went to the Grey Project for feral cats and I sold some of my books.

Follow Rob on Facebook! @robsrescues 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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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Laurie Bean, Interior Designer • 770-824-8386

• Describe your business.

L. Bean Interiors offers an array of services, including residential and commercial design consultation; interior space planning and furniture layouts; lighting design and fixture selection; furniture, artwork and accessory selection; color consultations; window treatment designs; custom bedding; window coverings (shutters, shades and blinds), and project management. With a strong emphasis on open and frequent communication, owner Laurie Bean prides herself in working closely with her clients to design environments that reflect their style and needs, and she is committed to creating timeless designs that meet budget and scheduling requirements.

• What makes your business unique?

The first visit is a complimentary in-home consultation. We will go over your style, budget and scope of your project. Clarity and communication are the keys to every successful design project. “I visualize my client’s needs and desires as well as their space and its potential. The end results are pragmatic yet beautiful

designs that fulfill real-life needs. Happy clients are the greatest measure of a job well done and that’s our ultimate goal!”

• Our customers say:

“Laurie designed three homes for me and always exceeded my expectations. No matter how big or small the job was, she displayed professionalism and was extremely efficient. She provided full service including design budget, furniture, draperies, artwork and accessories. Laurie always listened to my wants and needs and understood my style. She has a great eye and stays current with trends and color designs. My current home is beautiful and I continue to receive compliments on a regular basis. Laurie has a fantastic personality and is a joy to work with. This is one-stop designing that you don’t want to pass on.”— Rhonda C., Alpharetta

Creating a Basic Estate Plan BY JOSHUA NELSON

Most people don’t think about an estate plan in their day-today lives, and some are apprehensive to think about it at all. Different events occur that can bring estate planning, or the lack thereof, to mind. Sometimes they are happy events, like having a new child or grandchild, but often it isn’t as pleasant. Maybe someone at work has to take time off to care for an aging parent, or is carrying the extra burden of probating a loved one’s estate and fighting with siblings over assets. Often, these moments spur us to take action on our estate plan. Sometimes, people don’t know where to start; everyone’s situation is different, but a basic plan includes these things. A will. Upon your death, a will allows the legal transfer of your property through a court process called probate. Without a valid will, your assets are divvied up among your spouse and blood relatives as determined by the Georgia Legislature. With a will, you can alter this distribution and provide protection for your loved ones from creditors, divorce, or even their own mismanagement. This document also is the place you can appoint someone to oversee inheritances to minors, or those with special needs. But, a will is only effective at death, and requires the court process of probate, which can be cumbersome in Georgia, depending on the nature and extent of the assets involved. 28

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A durable power of attorney. A durable power of attorney allows you to designate someone to act for you regarding your property and contractual dealings during your life. It provides for someone you know and trust to manage assets, even ones in your individual name, when you are unable to make the decisions yourself. An advanced directive for health care. This directive designates an agent to help make and carry out your health care decisions when you are unable to make them for yourself, rather than letting the courts or someone you don’t know make them for you. A properly funded trust agreement. A trust holds title to property during your lifetime. At your death or incapacity, your successor trustee manages the assets according to your instructions in the trust. Since the trust continues at your death, no probate process is required. In Georgia, this may save significant time and money, and provide privacy, which may be lost with probate. The trust may provide all the protections that a will could provide, including protection from the beneficiary’s divorce, creditors and mismanagement.

Joshua Nelson is an elder care law attorney with Nelson Elder Care Law, LLC, 2230 Towne Lake Parkway, Bldg. 900, Suite 200, Woodstock, GA, 30189. www.NelsonElderCareLaw.com.

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Identifying a Seller’s Market BY KURT & SHEILA JOHNSON

Are we still in a seller's market? We wish the answer was a simple yes or no. The shortest answer is: The real estate market has slowed its improvement in all price ranges, but the higher price range homes are still in a buyer's market. A seller’s market is when buyer demand exceeds seller's supply. In the housing industry, it is widely accepted, that this occurs when there is less than seven months of available inventory (homes for sale). According to FMLS sales data, at the

end of June 2018, in the part of Cherokee County served by the TowneLaker (Area 114) we had 4.02 months of inventory of detached single family homes. This by definition is a strong seller’s market, but not for everyone. You will notice in the chart that the months of inventory of homes vary greatly by price range. During the past 12 months, an average of 5.25 homes have sold per month in the $0-$200,000 price range. With only one home currently on the market in this price range, there is only a fraction of one month's supply of homes priced in this range.

To the other extreme, there is roughly a five to seven month supply of homes (33 homes) on the market priced between $300,000-$500,000. With about 5.25 homes per month selling in this price range, it may take additional home improvements or a competitive price to stand out from this crowd of inventory. Failure to recognize this could result in the need for extreme price reductions as the market demand further erodes for homes in the higher price ranges. Before deciding on a pricing strategy for your property, ask your Realtor to determine whether your home's price range, subdivision and home type is in a buyer's or seller's market. Knowing where your home falls on this spectrum should help guide decisions about the need for updates or more competitive pricing. Kurt and Sheila are a topproducing real estate team that lives in Towne Lake and has served Cherokee County for more than 15 years. www.KurtandSheilaTeam.com

Equip Your Car With Hands-Free Technology BY DANNY BRANOM

Georgia’s new hands-free law, House Bill 673, may have you in a quandary. If the vehicle you drive daily is not bluetooth/hands-free equipped, what do you do? It would be easy to say, “Don’t talk or text on your phone while in your vehicle,” but I’m sure anyone who has tried this will say it’s easier said than done. For years, we have trained ourselves to talk and text and look at our phones as we drive around in our daily travels. So, instead of attempting to retrain our brains, let’s discuss your options. If your vehicle is not equipped to help you comply with the new Georgia law, there are several alternatives currently available to assist you. You can spend as little as $20 or several thousand; the choice is yours.

Entry Level — less than $50

Currently on the market, and available in big box stores like Walmart, are units called a car kit Bluetooth wireless transmitter, made by DTC WorldWide LLC. It works with most cellphones, and reviews are mixed, but, for its entry level cost of $19.99, it’s worth a look. Also available is the Go Groove Flexsmart X2 for $29.95.

Intermediate Level — less than $100

Consumer Reports suggests using the Motorola Roadster 2 or Jabra Journey, both less than $60. Both units have

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received great ratings. They clip on your sun visor, are self-contained, so you don’t have cords running across your dash or console, and are easy to operate. Next up would be the car speakerphone from the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute. It clips on your sun visor, is compatible with most cellphones, and received a 4 ½ star rating. This unit is priced at $79.95.

Unlimited budget

Pay a visit to your favorite local automotive sound shop for an audio transplant. You can have them replace your existing radio with a new one that will allow you to integrate your radio and phone for a hands-free cellular operation. If your vehicle is not equipped with GPS, you can add this on, as well. Finally, no matter what direction you go, I would suggest a system that will work with both iPhones and Androids. You never know what the future holds.

Danny Branom is owner/operator of Christian Brothers Automotive in Towne Lake. 770-926-4500. www.cbac.com/townelake.

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The STEM Hangar 120 Arnold Mill Park Suite 400 Woodstock, GA 30188 678-304-0088 thestemhangar.com

• Describe your business.

Our well-equipped facility offers students access to a wide range of advanced technology and innovation, all in one space. We offer fun, educational enrichment experiences in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The STEM Hangar is a 3,125-square-foot flight-themed facility offering camps, classes, field trips, birthday parties and activity-based learning within a variety of STEM Zones. Where else can you engage in a 360-degree Discovery Dome™ planetarium, create in a Makerspace, fly a flight simulator, investigate in a science lab, build and design in a Vex® IQ Robotics room, travel to and explore new places with our educational virtual reality, or invent and code with Little Bits™ electronics?

• What makes your business unique?

Students will engage in the skills needed for possible careers in STEM-related fields. One career possibility we are focused on introducing is aviation. Our students learn from actual airline pilots and former fighter pilots in a nonmoving student flight simulator. They work through flight missions, learning the fundamentals of flight from flight control surfaces and taxi,

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

takeoff, landing and traffic patterns, to flight instruments and navigational aids. Also, we have seating for 30 in our mock airplane and are excited to use this space, where guest speakers share their STEM-related careers with our children and families.

• Professional recommendations.

“Mrs. Lavery [STEM Hangar owner Kathryn Lavery] set the bar high when it comes to expectations of what a teacher should be. My son will be in 9th grade this year and he had Mrs. Lavery as his science teacher at Ball Ground Elementary STEM Academy. He has never forgotten his time in her classroom and has yet to have a teacher that has surpassed the experience that she offered.” — Tabitha Martin, parent “As a teacher, Kathy had an incredible ability to connect with her students and parents, and they knew that she was not only going to make learning fun, but more importantly, they clearly understood that she loved her students. Kathy brought her classroom to life with real world experiences and hands-on activities that challenged and intrigued her students.” — Doug Knott, principal, Cherokee Co. School District

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Spice Up Your Color this Fall BY TIM TIMMONS

Fall fashion week is happening now and it is full of stunning accessories and head-turning new looks. The week doesn’t just focus on the stellar clothing and accessories coming down the catwalk. It also showcases beautiful, innovative hair trends for the season. In a nutshell, fall is not just a reminder to change your clothing and accessories … it’s also a reminder to change up your hairstyle. That change can be as subtle as a few highlights, a few lowlights and bangs, or as drastic as a pixie, long extensions or a coat of this season’s deep blue. This season’s trends range from reimagined reworks of the rainbow colors that have surged in popularity recently, to colors and hairstyles that are more relaxed and much more laid-back. That’s not to say that there aren’t going to be some sought-after hair colors that Grandma would wheeze over, but the hair color trends for 2018 are much less extreme than you might think. The same holds true of the effortless beauty of some of the uncomplicated hairstyles of the season. The following are my picks for some of the trends that you will notice this fall and winter.

Blondes

Steely blonde. This blonde plays with icy tones like silver and slate. The effect is high drama, eye-catching and expensive looking. Not a great choice if your complexion has warm undertones; a cool blonde shade will wash you out completely. Light caramel rose. Think of this as the sophisticated sister to the rose gold hair color trend. It’s a warm, alluring shade, anchored by rich toffee brown shades and shimmery peach/ pink highlights. To prolong the life of this color, choose a rose or golden toned shampoo to prevent premature fading. 34

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Browns

Deep chestnut brown. Chestnut brown will be big on the runways in clothing and hair. Multidimensional, shimmering shades of chocolatey dark brown. Classics never die. Iced tea brown. If deep, sultry dark brown isn’t your cup of tea, then go literal with an iced tea brown. It’s beautiful in its warm simplicity, soft and unassuming, and it doesn’t demand attention. This modest color is a perfect complement to almost all skin complexions.

Reds and Fashion Tones

Copper. A luscious copper hair color looks unbelievably stylish on curly hair. A touch of rich brown in the mix prevents the shade from looking too brassy and provides an overall, sophisticated finish. Dark wash denim. Slipping into this color might not go as easy as slipping into a favorite pair of jeans, however, this is an excellent option for people with darker hair who want to be a little bold. A dark wash of deep blue retains the overall level of your dark hair but packs a super cool subtle punch. Metallic pastel. These toned-down pastel versions of the popular rainbow trend will be strong this season. Think silver gray, stainless steel rose, smoky lilac, gray or aluminum-toned mint. The best way to say goodbye to the summer of 2018 is to cover that oxidized summer-stressed hair and ring in the new season with one of these stunning hair trending colors.

Tim Timmons is the owner of Salon Gloss Woodstock. Tim’s industry experience includes positions as trainer/educator, celebrity stylist and beauty consultant for the Grammys and MTV video music awards.

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Around & About SEPTEMBER

4 Scarecrow Invasion

Registration for the annual in downtown Woodstock begins at 10 a.m. at the Woodstock Visitors Center, 8588 Main St., Woodstock. Scarecrows will be on display Oct. 1-31. Vote for your favorites at Dean’s Store at 8588 Main St.

in the Pool noon-4:30 9 Paws p.m. at the Cherokee County

Aquatic Center, cost is $10 per dog. Pre-registration recommended for a time slot: small dogs noon-12:45 p.m., large dogs (35 pounds or more) 1-2 p.m., 2:15-3:15 p.m. or 3:30-4:30 p.m. Two-dog limit per handler. Dogs must be spayed or neutered. www.crpa.net.

Concerts, noon-1 p.m. each Thursday in September at The Park at City Center in Woodstock. Bring a chair, lunch and enjoy.

p.m. Check out the artistic side of Woodstock. Enjoy live music as you stroll through the downtown streets and visit the many shops and restaurants Woodstock has to offer.

Lewis Park in the Dark Night Hike, 8 p.m. check in. $10 per

person, pre-registration required. All ages welcome. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Lewis Park, 200 E. Bells Ferry, Woodstock. www.crpa.net. 770-924-7768.

Georgia Trail of Tears 8 Association The

will hold its next meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the Spring Place Methodist Church, 731 GA-225, Chatsworth, 30705. President Tony Harris will speak about Surviving and Living in the New Land. Harris’ presentation will be the fourth in the series commemorating the 180th anniversary of the Cherokee Removal from Georgia. Meetings are free and open to the public.

38 Special performs at the

Woodstock summer concert series at the Northside Cherokee Amphitheater. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. No charge. For more details, visit www.woodstockconcertseries.com.

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$35 per person, $15 if you bring your own equipment. Price includes paddle, followed by light refreshments. Preregistration required. www.crpa.net. 770-924-7768. Contact Jen Fischer, jlfischer@cherokeega.com.

Tee Off Fore VAC at Fairways of 17 Canton Golf Club, 400 Laurel Canyon

Parkway. Raising money to support and provide assistance to low income seniors and elderly veterans. For registration and sponsorship info, call tournament director 770-314-8229, VAC 678-269-6677. www.birdeasepro.com/teeoffforvac.

6, 13, 20, 27 Brown Bag Lunch Night Live: Art Night 7 Friday downtown Woodstock 6-9

Kayak, 6:30 a.m. Kayak 15 Sunrise from Knox Bridge to Fields Landing.

Your SuperPower 22 Express 5K/10K begins at 8 a.m. at Etowah

Day of Remembrance, 11 9/11 6 p.m. at The Park at City Center in Woodstock. Honoring service men and women we’ve lost and those who continue to fight for our freedom. Visit the 9/11 memorial that features two subway tracks recovered from beneath the ruins of the World Trade Center.

12 a night of crafting, mocktails

Chalk Couture, 6-8 p.m. Enjoy

and snacks with your friends. $40 per person, includes all supplies. A selection of transfers and chalk colors will be provided. For ages 18 and older. Recreation Center Community Room, 7545 Main St., Building 200, Woodstock. www.crpa.net. 770-924-7768.

Movies in the Park. Free 15 event hosted at the Northside

Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater at The Park at City Center. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. The movie, yet to be determined, will start about 7:50 p.m. Arrive early for kids games provided by BridgePointe Church or to find the perfect spot on the lawn. Movie snacks available for purchase. For more information, visit www. GeorgiaMoviesInThePark.com.

River Park in Canton. Activities for all ages at the event, designed to raise awareness of breastfeeding and the health of babies and children. Dress as your favorite superhero for a chance to win a prize. www.expressyoursuperpower5k.com.

OCTOBER for a Purpose at 7 p.m. at 4 Painting 1180 Bridge Mill Ave., Canton 30114. A

fundraiser for the BridgeMill-Sixes Service League, the artistic evening with friends costs $35 per person. Wear paint-friendly clothing. No experience necessary. BYOB or snack and a friend. Proceeds support the North Georgia Angel House. For reservations, contact Mary Wiechert at 404-431-3777 or mnwiechert@ gmail.com, or Susan Silverman at 770-6175659 or lildealer2@yahoo.com.

6 and Tot TrotSmile Run 5K, Fun Run Third annual

hosted by the Christian Egner Foundation. 5:30 p.m. at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. Christian passed away in the fall 2015 from asthma-related complications. He was an energetic little boy who loved to dance and sing, and his smile was contagious. Proceeds from the race go directly to organizations that benefit children, particularly those with special needs. www.thesmilerun.com.

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OCTOBER Touch-a-Truck. Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency hosts an annual 6 Touch-a-Truck event, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Cherokee County Fire and

Training Facility in Holly Springs, 3985 Holly Springs Parkway. The free event gives kids a chance to climb aboard and get behind the wheel of their favorite vehicles, learn from the operators, and meet some of their hometown heroes. For information, contact Lindsey Collett, lcollett@cherokeega.com.

River Church Pork and Torque Car Show and BBQ is set for 9 a.m.3 p.m. at River Church, 2335 Sixes Road, Canton. Cost is $5 to show (no compete) or $15 to compete, multiple classes more than 25 trophies awarded. The show is open to any car, truck or motorcycle. Event also features barbecue, hot dogs, sides, sweets and drinks available for purchase at family-friendly prices. All proceeds will go to purchase Christmas presents for foster kids in Act Together Ministries. For information, contact Zach at 770-265-6601 or zachnix74@gmail.com. Holly Springs Autumn Fest is set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Barrett Park and will feature local arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, entertainment stage and a kids zone with inflatables, rock climbing wall and double trampoline bungee. www.hollyspringsga.us.

Run, Walk or Roll 5K fundraiser for Next Step Ministries will take place at

First Baptist Church Woodstock. Proceeds from last year’s event helped the ministry purchase a new bus to transport more clients into the community. 770-592-1227. www.nextstepministries.net.

Night Out. Parents can drop kids ages 5-13 off 12, 26 Parents at the pool at the Cherokee County Aquatics Center, 1200

Wellstar Way, Canton. Drop-off starts at 5:30 p.m. and pick-up ends at 10 p.m. Kids will play in the pool, enjoy a pizza dinner, participate in crafts, play games and end the night with a movie. Ratio of kids to counselors is 10:1. Please send the kids with pajamas to change into after the pool. While this is not a special-needs program, every effort is made to accommodate all children, however, advance notice is needed if you want to register your special-needs child. Call 678-880-4760 for registration or questions.

Open house at fire station 14, 225 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 10

a.m.-2 p.m. Free lunch, inflatables, music, games for the children, an extrication demonstration and other activities. Parking available across the street at Allen Temple AME Church.

The Great Pumpkin Fest Fun Run begins at 9 a.m. at Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Parkway, Canton. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. $15 to register, open to all ages. Festival in the park after the fun run. 770-924-7768. www.crpa.net. Night, a fundraiser for the BridgeMill-Sixes Service League, 19 Bingo begins at 7 p.m. at the Terrace in BridgeMill. For ages 15 and older. $20 per person. Sign up at bssl.org or contact Ruth Clark at 678-493-8943.

Cherokee Family Fun Day and Children’s Health and Safety Expo will take place at Brown Park in downtown Canton 10 a.m.-4

p.m. Admission is free. Event features games, food, safety demonstrations and entertainment.

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First and third Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. First Wednesdays are held at The Circuit, third Wednesdays are held in different Cherokee County cities. The free, biweekly coffee gathering helps build startup communities on a grassroots level. Perfect for entrepreneurs looking to practice their pitch skills, gain valuable feedback, or belong to a community.

The Lunch Circuit

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on the second Wednesdays. A monthly exclusive lunch gathering of aspiring and current entrepreneurs to eat, build community and learn the stories behind successful Cherokee entrepreneurs.

Woodstock WordPress Meet-Up First and third Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Local WordPress developers, designers and publishers get together to share knowledge and experience, and to meet other WordPress users in the area.

Entrepreneurship 101 Book Club

Every other Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. This new meetup is a partnership with Creative Muscle Studios.

Creative Problem Solvers Meet-Up

First and third Tuesdays, 7-8:30 a.m. Join an innovative, diverse community of creative problem-solvers, entrepreneurs, “wantrepreneurs” and innovators dedicated to helping one another work through business challenges.

OTP and Greater Cherokee Tech Pros

Every third Thursday, 7:30-8:45 a.m. A gathering of local technology professionals.

Women Entrepreneurs Meet-Up Every third Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For aspiring and current female entrepreneurs who want to take action and hold each other accountable for stated goals. NOT a lead exchange or referral networking program.

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It's Best to Stick with a Winning Strategy BY STATE REP. MICHAEL CALDWELL

The regular adoption of the word socialism into common, positive American political speech has me concerned. During the week of this writing, I stumbled across an article written in the Huffington Post addressed to Baby Boomers entitled, “Relax, Boomers: Socialism is Good Now.” While I was sitting on the tarmac in Los Angeles, waiting to return from a weekend business trip, I quickly shared the article on Twitter with the caption, “This millennial recognizes that capitalism has raised more individuals out of poverty than any system in human history. Socialism is a demonstrably failed system. Carry on, Boomers: American capitalism has led and will continue to be the rising tide that raises all ships.” When I landed in Atlanta, that tweet had become the most widely retweeted and liked message I have ever sent on the platform. It gave me some hope that this new acceptance of a conclusively failed ideology is not universal in America. I don’t believe I am alone in my concern that more and more Americans are straying from the economic system that has placed America at the apex of global economic and political leadership, toward a system that has brought countless nations to their ruin. With candidates like Bernie Sanders (who has worked his way from the fringe to mainstream in the past several years), we are seeing more and more acceptance of the idea that socialism could be a fit for American society. Our founders designed a republic for us that allows us to make these kinds of shifts in economic system if “We the People” deem them best, but I would be failing posterity if I didn’t do all I could to warn against the dangers of doing so. Socialism inherently relies on governmentally driven redistribution of wealth, property and power. In 1976, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher aptly summed up the underlying issue with a socialist worldview by stating, “The trouble with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people’s money.” The system promises equal prosperity. It delivers equality but only in shared misery. We’ve watched this result from the Soviet Union to Cuba and the most recent modern example of Venezuela. Success of

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socialism always looks bright at the start, but the system itself is based on the idea that incentives don’t matter in economics. Capitalism relies on incentives to drive production. As Adam Smith taught us in the Wealth of Nations, “It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their regard for their own interest.” Capitalism creates an environment in which both the baker and buyer directly benefit from the baking of bread. In socialism, baking only benefits the recipient. This lack of incentive completely misses what has made America what it is today. Under a socialist system, the supply and demand curve is ignored. Supply is determined by a central government and demand is irrelevant. Innovation is impossible, as it relies on the government to recognize and act entrepreneurially. The system is a pyramid scheme, and as we’ve watched with every form of pyramid scheme that human minds have conjured, it must ultimately fail. Capitalism remains the leading system in promoting freedom and justice throughout the globe. It has raised more human beings out of abject poverty than any system ever invented. Like any human system, it isn’t perfect. As British Prime Minister Winston Churchill stated in Parliament, “The inherent vice of capitalism is its unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries.” His reminder to the Parliament that “democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others that have been tried” is in my mind a solid argument for American capitalism, as well. Those critiquing capitalism should remember, it has succeeded where other systems have failed. American capitalism has created more wealth and prosperity than any other in human history. In times of challenge, we shouldn’t scrap a winning strategy. We should double down on it.

Michael Caldwell is the state representative for District 20, which includes Towne Lake and Woodstock. He can be reached at 678-523-8570 or email him at Michael. Caldwell@house.ga.gov.

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Preparing Your Body for Pregnancy BY BRITTON CRIGLER, MD, FACOG

When you leased your first apartment, you wanted everything to be right. You selected the best furniture you could afford, thought about where to place it, and bought food for the refrigerator and pantry. Everything was positioned just right for your new home. When you get pregnant, your body becomes your baby’s “apartment” for the next 280 days. Your womb (uterus) is the bedroom, the amniotic sac the bed, and the umbilical cord the fridge and pantry. Why not prepare your body to give your child the best possible first home? These are the gradual, positive lifestyle changes you can make in the months preceding pregnancy.

Diet: If you haven’t done so, incorporate more fruits, fiber and vegetables into your daily meals. Cut out excess fat, sugar and caffeine. Eliminate as many additives and preservatives as possible by avoiding foods with a long list of ingredients on the label. Exercise: Get into the habit of walking, even a block or two, regularly. It can strengthen bone, muscle and circulation, benefiting not only your own overall health but that of your future baby, as well. Lose weight: If you are overweight, slowly shedding those extra pounds and achieving your ideal weight during the months before conceiving, ensures a better chance of becoming pregnant and carrying full term. A healthier weight also will allow for an easier labor and delivery.

Eliminate toxins: Smoking while pregnant increases the chances of miscarriage, birth defects, stillbirth and even Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Quitting before conception should be one of your top priorities. This also applies to excessive alcohol and any recreational drug use. Prescribed or over the counter medications should be discussed with your doctors before you become pregnant. Preconception counseling: Preconception counseling with your OB/GYN can evaluate or test for any problems that may be a setback to a healthy pregnancy, and help you know the steps to make your future pregnancy as safe, smooth and healthy as possible. Ideally, it is best to book an appointment to discuss your plans approximately three months before you wish to conceive. Birth control: Ovulation can be calculated more easily when you have had at least one normal menstrual cycle before getting pregnant. Your current birth control is something that should be discussed at your preconception counseling session, especially if you are currently using a long-lasting form such as Depo-provera, which may inhibit fertility for several months.

Dr. Britton Crigler is a board certified OB-GYN at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists, and has been voted “Mom-Approved” OB in Atlanta Parent magazine.

Early Detection Is Key to Slowing Glaucoma BY DR. JENNIFER DATTOLO

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States and is a silent disease. It causes damage to the optic nerve, resulting in peripheral vision loss, and, if left untreated, blindness. The major risk factor for glaucoma is increased intraocular pressure, or high pressure in the back of the eye. This can occur if the fluid created in our eyes is being produced faster than it can be drained, or if there is a problem or blockage within the drainage meshwork. Other risk factors include positive family history, diabetes, African-American descent, and age (over 60). However, glaucoma also occurs in infants, children and people of all ages. Although increased pressure is a major risk factor, not everyone with higher eye pressures will develop glaucoma. The level of pressure the optic nerve can withstand without damage varies with each individual. Open-angle glaucoma is the most common type of glaucoma and is caused when the fluid slowly drains through the meshwork in the eye, leading to increased pressure. And, yet, you can have very normal pressures and still develop glaucoma. This is known as normal or low-tension glaucoma. This is a form of open-angle glaucoma, and it is believed that damage occurs due to reduced blood flow to the optic nerve or from a fragile optic nerve being more prone to damage. 42

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Other factors, such as prolonged use of steroids and trauma to the eye, also can lead to its development, which is known as secondary glaucoma. Angle-closure glaucoma occurs when the angle structure in the eye becomes completely blocked and fluid cannot drain at all. This may cause severe pain, red eye, blurry vision and vomiting. If these symptoms occur, it is a medical emergency and requires immediate treatment. In the early stages, most patients have no symptoms of this disease. There is no pain with most forms, and allaround vision is normal. Over time, peripheral vision will slowly decline, and patients will experience tunnel vision. Unfortunately, there is no cure for glaucoma. Once vision is lost, it cannot be regained. Treatments, which include eye drops, lasers and other surgeries, aim to slow the progression of the disease, with the main goal of preventing vision loss. Since symptoms are rare, it is very important everyone, all ages, have their eyes examined and dilated every year. Early detection of glaucoma, as well as many other eye diseases, is key to protecting your vision.

Dr. Jennifer Dattolo, FCOVD, optometrist at Eyes on Towne Lake, has been in practice for 17 years and enjoys serving the Woodstock community. 770-702-5996. www.EyesonTowneLake.com.

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Stop Procrastinating About Your Financial Plan DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CFP®, CPA/PFS U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS

Here are some things to think about as you get started with your strategy. Look at your expenses and your debt. Review your core living expenses (such as a mortgage payment, car payment, etc.). Can any core expenses be reduced? Investing aside, you position yourself to gain ground financially when income rises, debt shrinks, and expenses decrease or stabilize. Maybe you should pay your debt first, maybe not. Some debt is “good” debt. A debt might be “good” if it brings you income. Credit card debt is generally deemed “bad” debt.

If you’ll be carrying a debt for a while, put it to a test. Weigh the interest rate on that specific debt against your

potential income growth rate and your potential investment returns over the term of the debt. Of course, paying off debts, paying down balances, and restricting new debt all work toward improving your FICO score, another tool you can use in pursuit of financial freedom (we’re talking “good” debts).1 Implement or refine an investment strategy. You’re not going to retire solely on the elective deferrals from your paycheck; you’re to going retire (hopefully) on the interest that those accumulated assets earn over time, assisted by the power of compounding. Manage the money you make. If you simply accumulate unmanaged assets, you have money just sitting there that may be exposed to risk – inflation risk, market risk, even legal risks. Don’t forget taxes. The greater your wealth, the more longrange potential you have to accomplish some profound things – provided your wealth is directed. If you want to build more wealth this year or in future years, don’t go without a risk management strategy that might be instrumental in helping you retain it. Your after-tax return matters. Risk management should be part of your overall financial picture.

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Request professional guidance. A considerate financial professional should educate you about the principles of wealth building. You can draw on that professional knowledge and guidance this year – and for years to come. Securities offered through registered representatives of Cambridge Investment Research Inc., a broker-dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Inc., a registered investment adviser. Cambridge 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. All information is believed to be from reliable sources; however we make no representation as to its completeness or accuracy. 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 - experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/credit-education/ improving-credit/improve-credit-score/ [5/30/18]

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Cherokee saw an overall growth of 17,448 jobs in 2017, and 2018 is expected to be no different. To provide a clearinghouse for jobs within the county, the Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) recently has launched a new website for talent and career development to connect Cherokee’s innovative industries and residents in one place. The website provides an interactive job-search platform, a monthly spotlight on local businesses, and a series of resources to help Cherokee residents forget the commute and find their next career. During September, take advantage of International Update Your Résumé Month by setting aside time to update your résumé, cover letter and LinkedIn profile, so you will be prepared to click “submit” later on.

The Job Description

Often overlooked, the job description is a crucial component of every résumé. Think of it this way: The company is giving you a sneak peek into what they are looking for in their next employee. Use this knowledge as your cheat sheet as you tailor your résumé to emphasize how your experience exemplifies those characteristics and responsibilities.

Formatting

Did you know there are three different types of résumé formats? Chronological: Organize your experience, beginning with current position or most recent experience and ending with the oldest position held. Functional: This format works best for those with employment gaps; rather than organizing the information in chronological order, the résumé will be organized from most relevant experience to the least relevant. Combination: If the job requires strong experience, but is not one of your strengths, you can use this format to showcase relevant experiences in other areas, such as volunteer work. “During an interview, employers can ask you about information listed on your résumé, cover letter, and supporting documents that are submitted for a position. It is important that you are accurate and honest,” said Annette Sinclair, Chattahoochee Technical College career services coordinator. To keep your experience on track and relevant, ask yourself these questions: Does the experience highlight your qualifications for the position and feature your most

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Try These Best Practices to Refresh Your Résumé valuable contributions? If the answer is yes to both, list the experience on your résumé and then explain the significance in your cover letter.

Cover Letter

“The cover letter will introduce you as a candidate, clarify the specific position for which you are applying, enable you to highlight your strengths, and ask an employer to take action. This is the closest opportunity to a conversation, so be conversational. Do not regurgitate your résumé. Research the company and the role, so you can convince them you understand who they are and why the role is important to them. When writing your cover letter, it may be helpful to break it down into three sections. The first paragraph introduces yourself and identifies the position you are applying for, and how you will follow up. The second paragraph interprets your résumé, not repeats it, so the employer understands why you are a good fit for their company and the position. You can cite previous experience in more descriptive terms, but remain brief. How does your experience add value to the company, and how are you personally the best fit for them? The third paragraph is simply a thank you, a request for action to offer an interview, and provides details on how to contact you, said Karen Mathews, director of vocation and career services at Reinhardt University. It may be tempting to assume that, since you already updated your résumé, it’ll be ready to go by the time the annual Cherokee Career Expo rolls around next March, but it is important to update and refresh your résumé every month or so. This habit will allow you to access the best version of you at any moment – a new promotion could open at work, you may be interested in picking up a side hustle, or a colleague might nominate you for an award. It will be much easier to remember newly mastered skills and recent accomplishments by making a point to review your résumé each month rather than waiting until the very moment a copy of it is needed. Once your résumé and cover letter are bright and sparkling from your refreshing session, you are ready to create a job profile and start searching for your next career on the Cherokee Office of Economic Development’s newly launched job search board at www.cherokeega.org/careers.

The Cherokee Office of Economic Development is the leading organization for business and film recruitment and industry retention & expansion. For more information, visit www.cherokeega.org.

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The business of cutting hair has a unique and intensely personal side as clients entrust one of their most valuable possessions— their hair—to their stylist. Clients also tend to share the details of their lives with their stylists, and this trust and relationship only deepens over time. In the 28 years since the salon doors opened, stylists have built interpersonal relationships with multiple generations of families. This has resulted in a deeper understanding of what truly affects and impacts the lives of the members of their community. Twelve years ago, when élon Salon was looking for a way to contribute to the community, which had welcomed them in and had been such an integral part of its success, the answer quickly became clear: support the fight against breast cancer. Since the majority of élon’s clientele is female, it’s plain to see the scope and magnitude of the effects of breast cancer as stylists hear stories of how a client or someone important in their life has been affected by this disease. According to BreastCancer.org 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime. Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. With the focus clearly identified, the question became how to best achieve the goal. The answer was found by playing to the salon’s strength: making women more beautiful through cutting and colouring hair. In 2007, the élon Salon Cut-A-Thon was born. This big, family-style party, which featured live music, barbecue, ice cream, the Georgia Tech cheerleaders and lots 48

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Recognizing the Symptoms of Sleep Apnea BY DR. BRUCE FINK

You’ve probably heard radio ads and/or read articles about snoring and sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea, and how do you know if you have it? The National Sleep Foundation defines obstructive sleep apnea as a sleep disorder where breathing is briefly and repeatedly interrupted during sleep. Apnea refers to a breathing pause that lasts at least 10 seconds. The National Sleep Foundation reports that 18 million Americans suffer with the condition, and it affects men and women. Snoring is not the only symptom of sleep apnea. In fact, there are warning signs that we don’t tend to connect immediately with sleep apnea. Some of these include: • Daytime sleepiness while driving or sitting. • Headaches. • Night time waking. • Frequent bathroom breaks at night. • Craving sugary foods upon waking. • Emotional ups and downs. • Dry mouth. • vADHD. • Indigestion. • Gingival recession. • Neck pain. When you sleep, that’s the body’s time to repair itself. When someone with sleep apnea stops breathing during sleep, their brain will kick into survival mode, and wake them up to get the air they need. Oxygen is needed to filter the

blood, and when you stop breathing, the body doesn’t get what it needs during the most critical repair time. So, you wake feeling tired because your body worked over time to fight for the air you need. Many people think they wake during the night to go to the bathroom, but it could be that sleep apnea disrupted their sleep, and their body said, “Well, while you’re awake ...” During hibernation, animals do not wake to use the bathroom. When we take our eight hours of nightly hibernation, the body that produces the urge to go to the bathroom is acutely asleep, as well. So, night time potty breaks are not normal. There are many reasons the body may stop breathing at night, such as closed nasal passages caused by a deviated septum, or the tongue sliding back and blocking the airway. There are tests, like CT scans of the head, as well as overnight take-home tests, or sleep studies in a lab to monitor your body’s sleep patterns. Treatments include a CPAP machine from your medical doctor, or, in mild cases, an oral appliance provided by your dentist. A good night’s sleep makes all the difference in daytime habits. If you have any of the symptoms listed above, you may want to get tested. For more information, visit sleepfoundation.org.

W. Bruce Fink, who has been practicing for 24 years, offers general dentistry as well as full mouth rehabilitation and implant dentistry at Dentistry for Woodstock.

Children Face Greatest Risk for Scoliosis BY AMBER YORK, DC

Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curve of the spine. There are two distinct classes of these curves: non-structural and structural. A non-structural scoliosis involves a temporary curve of the spine; usually caused by pain, muscle spasm or uneven leg lengths. A structural scoliosis refers to a fixed curve of the spine where there is rotation of the vertebrae present and can be caused by unknown factors or a specific disease or condition. In the structural scoliosis, vertebrae of the thoracic and/or lumbar spine rotate and twist giving an appearance of the letter "C" or "S" to the spine. The most common scoliosis, up to 80 percent of cases, falls under the structural category and is known as idiopathic; meaning that its cause is unknown. Idiopathic scoliosis affects children from birth to age 18, with an increase in occurrence between ages 10 and 18. Adolescent females are at the greatest risk of developing scoliosis during this time due to their rapid rate of growth, although it is observed in males as well. Mild scoliosis may go unnoticed as it typically does not create pain. Physical observations such as uneven shoulder, waist 50

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or rib cage heights, a protruding shoulder blade or body tilt may be signs of scoliosis. Once suspected, a medical and family history, physical exam and X-rays can confirm the diagnosis and determine the location and magnitude of the curve. Surgical and non-surgical treatment depends on age, location and severity. For curves under 25 degrees, observation and monitoring until the child has fully grown is recommended, whereas curves 25-45 degrees may require a back brace to help slow or stop the progression of the scoliosis to avoid surgical intervention, which may become necessary if the curve reaches more than 45 degrees. Other non-surgical treatments such as therapeutic exercise, chiropractic adjustments and electrical stimulation help in strengthening and straightening the spine, and relieving associated pain.

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I’ve always belonged to several organizations or clubs, but, as I grow older, I need to take a look at what I continue with or join. My energy and health make a difference in how much I can handle. Everyone, even children, needs to take inventory from time to time. Businesses usually take inventory during January. Since organizations seem to come at us from every direction in late August or September, challenging us for our time and talents, perhaps this is the time of year for us to take inventory of our schedules. Test the usefulness of each group and plan accordingly. 1. What experiences do I want from this organization: personal enrichment, community service, learning, fun? 2. Which group offers activities I want? 3. How much time do these activities involve? 4. Am I willing to spend that time to reap the experiences? 5. Can my time be better spent? After analyzing each organization and understanding what membership means, make your decision. If you decide to join, get in there and do a bang-up job of being a good member. If any group is worth belonging to, it’s worth putting your full self into. Periodically, organizations should take inventory of their purpose and effectiveness. A group that exists only for the sake of having a meeting rarely stays alive. Simply adding numbers is no reason for

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a group to survive. Many groups outlive their purpose and either need to change their purpose, or celebrate past achievements and be put to rest. Use these suggestions to determine a group’s usefulness. 1. What was the original purpose of the organization? 2. Does this need still exist? 3. If not, what new purpose and direction can the group take? 4. What activities took place during the past year to fulfill this purpose? 5. What activities could be done this year to fulfill the old/new purpose? America is overclubbed, overorganized and overcommitted. I constantly receive calls to join this or that political organization, or a group with a purpose that doesn’t fit my inventory. Maybe it’s time we learned to do something on our own. Be yourself. Function as an individual. Once you know your direction, an organization might help you fulfill your course. If it will help, seek it out, go to them with willing hands, and dig in.

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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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast:

7 a.m. breakfast meetings offer both current and future Chamber members the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. September sponsor is Reinhardt University. October sponsor is Cobb EMC. Advance single registration: $17. On-site registration: $22. Future member: $30.

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Power Hour, 10-11 a.m. Networking with fellow business owners.

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Marriage Moments

Celebrate the Winning Moments BY BILL RATLIFF

She did post it and it was fun to share. She also made fish for dinner that night − just not my fish. Even in something seemingly insignificant, my wife honored what I had accomplished. The Bible says, ”Marriage is honorable, let us keep it so” - Hebrews 13:4. When you regularly honor your spouse’s successes, you help fulfill this scripture and build a collection of bonds that will bless you for a lifetime.

It is good for couples to plug into each other’s joys and successes. Celebrating your wife’s or husband’s winning moments is a powerful way to show your love and create what I call, a memory bond. A memory bond is a wonderful time when your spouse shows you love in such a way that you never forget it, and as a result your union becomes deeper and stronger. Recently, I was invited to go bass fishing with a friend who is a principal at one of our Cherokee While the weather is still good, you could go on County schools. It was a beautiful summer day. We a couples’ fishing date. Cherokee County is full of went early and had the lake all to ourselves. He is fishing spots. We have several friends who fish even a skilled fisherman, and I am not. I have only one Bill Ratliff with his “big” catch. though the wives are not big fans of this activity. other friend who has comparable fishing expertise. They go in support of their spouses. While the husbands throw out When I fish with them it can present some pressure. However, with their lines to catch what they can, the wives paddle along with them my friend’s excellent coaching and prayer on my part, I was able to reading and enjoying the ride and their time together. catch five fish. Although not huge, I actually reeled in the largest bass I have ever caught. I was elated! I called my wife on the way home and sent her the pictures. My wife asked if we could fire up the grill and celebrate Bill Ratliff is a pastoral counselor and certified life coach. this accomplishment. I shared with her that it was catch-and-release Contact him at billratliffcatalyst@gmail.com or only so the fish could get bigger. “No problem, I will just post a www.billratliffcatalyst.com. picture on Facebook instead,” she said.

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The men of F3 and women from FiA joined with their kids to demonstrate the importance of physical fitness.

Way More Than a Workout invited to join, I gave it a try. It turned out to be more than a workout. I found a community of men that believed in and encouraged one another. It has made me a better man, husband and father.” On Feb. 27, 2017, F3 launched its first workout in Cherokee Harp said, “F3 changed my life. I have lost 60 pounds, gotten County, with just a few men. stronger, and just feel better overall. I now have a group of friends F3 stands for fitness, fellowship and faith, a national workout that I know would drop what they are doing in a heartbeat to help movement with roots in Charlotte, N.C. Last year, one of F3’s me out if I needed it. I have seen men in my group do it for others. I leaders, Tony Cipriani, shared with our magazine about moving now have friends to serve and laugh with — friends that I wouldn’t their unique, free workout program from Alpharetta to Cherokee trade for the world.” County. And, it doesn’t stop with the men. Tony’s wife, Megan (Chocolate One year later, Tony and friends have grown exponentially from Chip), saw a huge difference in her husband. He motivated her to one workout, meeting three days a week, to seven locations with do the same thing for the women in our a variety of options Mondays through community. So, she started a FiA (Females Saturdays. Classes include boot camps, in Action) group here in Cherokee, based limited running and mountain biking. on the same principles. Also a national Their meetings span from Highway 20 program founded in North Carolina, FiA in Canton to downtown Woodstock. It’s was launched by Amy Peacock in 2013. not just a workout movement; they also Inspired by the joy F3 brought to the join together to serve our community, men important to her, she is forever completing service projects together. grateful for the template F3 men Since they began, their mission is provided. Peacock ran with it, modifying being fulfilled with many men — that it for female success. FiA’s mission is to be is, to plant, grow and serve small men’s a community of women who make each workout groups to invigorate male other stronger in all areas of their lives. community leadership. The gatherings In Cherokee County, Megan has two include getting a nickname at the end friends who are involved with FiA and its of your first workout, as a part of the expansion: Liza Thompson (Partly Cloudy) friendship building process. and Michelle Carr (Wonder Woman). Using F3 names, here are a few words Liza said, “To me, FiA is fun, fitness and on how lives have been changed: Papa friendship. It is my encouragement, my John shared, “After many weeks of being The women end each workout session with a circle of trust. BY SUSAN BROWNING SCHULZ

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Above, members of FiA participate in a morning workout at a local high school. Part of completing your first workout is getting a nickname from the group

motivation, my accountability, and my village. We push each other to be better, to make our community better, and to help serve those around us. We have fun, build friendships, and support each other.” And, Michelle added, “FiA is a group of strong, energetic and passionate women who strive to make themselves and the world around them a little better every day.”

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• Free. • Open to men and women of all ages and fitness levels. • Held outdoors, rain or shine, heat or cold. • Peer-led by men and women in a rotating fashion, with no training or certification necessary. • Ended with a circle of trust.

If you want to get motivated in a life-strengthening way, visit a group close to you. For men who want to find out more about F3, visit F3cherokee.com or email: info@f3cherokee.com. Women who are interested in FiA can visit www.fianation.com or email: cherokeefoxtrotao@gmail.com.

Susan Browning Schulz is a Bible teacher, author, wife, and mom of three grown children. She lives and plays along the Etowah River and loves serving at Woodstock City Church. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

Cherokee Christian High School students, from left, Nolan Scoretz, Walker Wilson and Patrick Jamison.

Matteo's first day of second grade at Bascomb.

Jameson's first day of pre-K.

Welcome Back!

It was a dreary, rainy day as students headed back to class on Aug. 1, but that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t dampen these smiles on the first day of school!

Bascomb fourth-grader Nick Azzarello.

Adelyn and Brinley head back to school!

From left, Cherokee Christian Middle School students Avery Peacock, Olivia Ward and Amelia Oliver.

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Kate Rowell, seventh-grader at E.T. Booth Middle School.

Ryan Rowell, a senior at Etowah High School.

First-grader Cooper Ruffino, Carmel Elementary.

First day of school at E.T. Booth for seventh-graders Madison and Marissa.

Inman and Maddie Ragsdale, pictured with the family dog Dooley, started fourth grade at Bascomb.

Lauren had a little fun at R.T. Jones Memorial Library before beginning pre-K at Hillside Preschool and Academy.

Etowah High School students Laurel, freshman and Holly Kate Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, sophomore.

Bascomb Bobcats, from left: Charlie, second grade; Aaron, kindergarten, and Lizzy, fourth grade. Allisyn was excited about her first day in first grade.

Carmel Elementary students at the bus stop were Laney (fifth grade), Hailey (second), Macie (third), Morgan (second), Cooper (fifth), Drew (second), Nick (fifth) and Ryan (fifth). They had support from Woodstock Middle School students Karsyn (sixth) and Ben (seventh). TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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Preschooler Trey, Discover Point - Towne Lake.

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First-grader Kira, Bascomb Elementary.

Wyatt, starting fifth grade at Cherokee Charter Academy.

Olivia Kirkland, starting sixth grade at Cherokee Christian Schools.

Preston, headed to his first day as a fifth-grader at Bascomb.

Cherokee Christian School school students were ready for their first day back to school. Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistant Lara Hudak with kindergarten students Rylee and Reagan Thomas. Keira and Brendan Golden, 4-yearold twins, at Towne Lake Academy.

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Ava Azzarello, Abby Billings and Caroline Kapcsos begin their sophomore year at Etowah High School.

Lincoln, 7, and Willow, 8, are in first and third grades at Woodstock Elementary.

Emma beginning her sophomore year at Etowah High SChool.

Julianna Roderick, first grade at Bascomb Elementary.

Samantha (eighth grade) and Drew Burmeister (sixth grade) at Woodstock Middle School. First day of fourth grade at Woodstock Elementary for Graham Burmeister.

Ashley, seventh grade at Cherokee Charter Academy.

Lorenzo T. Agosto-Garay, a third-grader at Carmel Elementary.

Sarah Jade Blake and exchange student Kaya Heinicke (from Germany), both juniors at Etowah High School.

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YOUR SCHOOL NEWS Student Receives International Recognition

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Family Affair at Oak Grove Three generations of McNally family members are at Oak Grove Elementary School Fine Arts Academy this school year. From left: Julie McNally teaches ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages); Jill McNally teaches fifth grade, and Olivia McNally is a second-grader.

In June, Etowah High School senior Kaylie Cofield traveled to Dallas, Texas to compete in the 41st HOSAFuture Health Professionals International Leadership Conference. She received a recognition award for Outstanding HOSA Chapter at the international level. Cofield qualified for the international competition by placing first, with her classmates, in the outstanding HOSA Chapter competition at the state leadership conference. More than 10,000 students representing more than 54 chartered HOSA associations attended the Dallas conference. Etowah High School is the first Cherokee County school to compete in HOSA at the international level.

Kaylie Cofield

Cobb EMC Awards Scholarships

Front row, from left: Courtney Coats of Kennesaw Mountain High School, Katie Bishop of Etowah High School, Thomas Summe of Wheeler High School, Jillian Andrews of River Ridge High School and Mia Nelson of Harrison High School. Center row: Satya Adabala of Pope High School, Siri Nanduri of Walton High School, Justin Jewell of Dominion Christian, Abigale Montgomery of Etowah High School and Arvin Poddar of Wheeler High School. Back row: Katherine Roberts of Mount Paran Christian School, Jonathan Eman of Pope High School and Anthony Bolden of North Cobb High School. Not pictured: Anastasia Onyango of Lassiter High School. 64 TOWNELAKER | September 2018

The Cobb EMC Community Foundation awarded scholarships to 14 local students, including Katie Bishop and Abigale Montgomery from Etowah High School, and Jillian Andrews of River Ridge High School. Each recipient received a $5,000 scholarship, which can be applied to any accredited two- or four-year university, college or vocational-technical school. Scholarship winners were selected based on applications, grades and test scores, letters of recommendation and an essay about their future plans and goals. The annual scholarships are open to students who receive electricity from Cobb EMC. Scholarships are funded and administered by the Cobb EMC Community Foundation, a thirdparty foundation, set up to administer and distribute the funds collected through Operation Round Up. For more information, visit www.cobbemc.com/ scholarships.

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Meeting recently with the Chattahoochee Tech Foundation were, from left: Chattahoochee Technical College President Dr. Ron Newcomb, Drew Tutton, Board Chair Jason Anavitarte, Trey Ragsdale and Rick Kollhoff.

Chatt Tech Welcomes New Trustees

New Turf Installed at High Schools Installation of artificial turf, as approved by voters in the 2016 Ed SPLOST ballot initiative, began at the six county high schools this summer. A bobcat sits ready to move gravel on the field at Woodstock High School, awaiting its artificial turf.

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The Chattahoochee Tech Foundation recently welcomed three new trustees to the board that governs the foundation, a nonprofit organization designed to support the mission of Chattahoochee Technical College by making higher education an affordable reality for students through initiatives like scholarships, emergency funding and program support. These new trustees include Rick Kollhoff of Bartow County, Trey Ragsdale of Cherokee County, and Drew Tutton of Cobb County. The new trustees will each serve a three-year term on the board, according to Stephanie Hubbell, Chattahoochee Technical College director for alumni and annual giving. “Board members serve as champions for the Chattahoochee Tech Foundation in the six-county area that Chattahoochee Technical College serves,” said Hubbell. “They also provide valuable insight to development, engagement, management and strategic planning.” More information about the foundation is available at www.ChattahoocheeTech.edu/foundation.

Good Luck for the New School Year Former Cherokee County Superintendent of Schools Corky Jones visited Bascomb Elementary School to welcome back teachers and wish them luck in the upcoming school year. Jones was superintendent of schools when the school was constructed. His name is noted on the plaque pictured behind him and Principal Kathleen Chandler.

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An Extraordi This is the first of a three-part series written by a Woodstock Middle School student who spent his summer hiking through France and Spain.

Day 2 crossing the Pyrenees Mountains from France to Spain. 68

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inary Summer

My Walk on the Camino de Santiago

BY BRYCE JONES

Probably every kid's favorite time of year is summer − the time when you have no school, no homework, and two months to do whatever you feel like doing. Sadly, like most things, summer comes to an inevitable end, and the school year gets back into session. When you go back to school, a popular question is, “What did you do this summer?” Normally, the answer would be as simple as, “I went to the beach,” or even, “I went to visit my grandmother.” But, for me, when I started seventh grade this fall, my answer wasn’t that simple. This summer, I was taught to cook a delicious dish called zucchini and leeks “pasta de monia” by an authentic Italian chef. I was inspired to start my own garden by the coach of a women's college soccer team. I was blessed by a priest in a 1,000-year-old church. I met people from almost anywhere in the world you can think of (seriously). I went to three different weddings and never knew any of the brides or grooms. I slept in the same room with 200 complete strangers. I walked across a bridge built in the 11th century. I ate in the same cafe Ernest Hemingway hung out in while writing “The Sun Also Rises.” I saw two full rainbows simultaneously while walking over the Pyrenees Mountains in France. I saw the remains of one of the first

Bryce and his dad walking Calle Estafeta, where the Running of the Bulls takes place.

Bryce encountered plenty of wildlife in the mountains, including this pregnant horse that decided to walk with him for a little way.

human beings who settled in Europe more than 500,000 years ago. I walked through more than 60 medieval villages, and every single one was unique. I slept in the ruins of a 900-year-old monastery. I talked with an Australian beekeeper and learned all about beekeeping and how I can start my own hive. I took Spanish lessons. I talked with a university professor and scientist for three days about groundwater and surface water interactions, along with some great ideas for my upcoming science project at school. I met a member of the Notre Dame football team who was the first walk-on player to be named captain. I walked through historic buildings that are thousands of years old. I tried different and amazing new foods. I visited three UNESCO World Heritage sites. I walked down the street famous for the Running of the Bulls. I experienced culinary art in the form of tapas in the city where they were invented. I learned to wash my clothes by hand, plus much, much more. And, I did all of this while walking 350 kilometers across northern Spain on the famous pilgrimage called the Camino de Santiago. The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of Saint James, is a pilgrimage path that leads to the city Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. This is the supposed resting place of the Apostle Saint James. It is said that his bones were carried

on the Camino de Santiago path to the city of Santiago. The trail has been around for thousands of years, and many different paths have been made. But, in the past couple of decades, the Camino Frances, or the French Way, has become very popular. It goes from St. Jean Pied de Port in southern France to Santiago in Spain. It takes about 35 days to walk this entire trail, and this was the route I was on, starting in France and going as far as we could in the three weeks we had. The Camino really has no exact starting place, only an official ending that is the city of Santiago. I first learned about the Camino from my dad. He had been researching and wanting to do the Camino for years. I was a little bit unsure about going to Spain and walking 15 to 20 miles each day. But the more my dad talked about what an amazing adventure it would be, all the new and different foods we would be eating, and all the people we would meet, and the new experiences we would share, the more I wanted to go. The Camino sounded amazing, and I started to warm up to the idea of walking. In the end, we decided it was going to be a guy's trip, a father and son adventure! I went on the trip to Spain not only to try new things, meet new people, and to experience one of the most amazing once-in-a-lifetime opportunities ever, but to accompany my dad and have bonding time. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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Moving In God’s Direction BY REV. DR. JOSEPH N. COUSIN, SR.

The most anxious times in our lives seem to occur when we are in the midst of moving. Last year, my family and I moved from Michigan to Georgia, and it proved to be a hectic time. When we arrived in Georgia, we decided to rent for one year while we prayed, scouted the area, and asked God for direction as to where we should make our permanent residence. Our year is completed. God blessed us with the perfect house, and now it is time to move again. Everything we endured last year, we must endure again, and during this past year it seems as if we never stopped moving. As I pondered my current state, it occurred to me that life is about constant movement. Think about it, we rarely are in a state where we are not in some kind of flux, because movement is a necessity in our lives. However, our movement in life takes on a greater significance because we are not just moving physically from place to place—our movement becomes more spiritual in nature as we are working toward moving in God’s direction. With this in mind, let’s take a look at the book of Exodus and the children of Israel as they crossed the Red Sea, moving in the direction that God had set for them. In the 14th Chapter of the Book of Exodus, we find God directing Moses and the children of Israel as they are being pursued by Pharaoh. God tells them to move in the right direction—and this included crossing the Red Sea. As the people moved in God’s direction, they had to move with faith, trusting that God would provide for their needs. The people listened to God and moved in spite of their fear, trusting God to be stronger than their fear. And, as they moved in God’s direction, they did so expecting God’s favor to be upon them. The story concludes with their success— and God’s favor continually bestowed upon them. The favor of God is always evident when we move in God’s direction. Do not be afraid when it’s time to move, just listen to God and move in God’s direction. Never forget this story of Moses and the children of Israel as you move in faith, overcome fear, and receive God’s favor upon your life. Be blessed and keep on moving in God’s direction.

The Rev. Dr. Joseph N. Cousin, Sr. is pastor of Allen Temple AME church in Woodstock. www.allentempleame.org.

Success in Unity The inaugural Power in Unity event drew thousands of worshippers to the Northside Cherokee Amphitheater in Woodstock July 29. The event was a combination of 35 churches, 25 community non-profit partners, and a combined worship/choir team that brought Cherokee County together as “ONE church - ONE people - Worshiping ONE God. People from all backgrounds, race, and denominations joined together in fellowship to begin a movement that shows solidarity, a movement to unite us as ONE Body of Christ,” one of the event’s organizers, Kandi Patterson, said. “We expected a crowd for sure, but what we saw happen on Sunday was nothing short of God's plan. This event was just the beginning of that plan - God has stirred up a desire in Cherokee County. The desire to break the barriers of racial divide, of religious separation and to become ONE ... It has begun.” For more details, email Patterson at kandipatterson44@gmail.com, or visit Power in Unity - Cherokee County on Facebook.

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@ the Library WOODSTOCK 7735 Main St., Woodstock, 770-926-5859

Sept. 8, 22

Sequoyah Regional Library System 116 Brown Industrial Parkway • Canton, GA 30114 770-479-3090 • www.SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org

Sept. 18

Book Discussion Group at noon. Enjoy coffee, conversation and a book discussion with new friends. This month’s selection is “Sea Change” by Karen White. All ages are welcome; new members are encouraged.

Inklings Writers Critique Group at 11 a.m. Love to write, but need feedback? Anyone interested in joining a group to share writings, ideas and feedback is invited to attend.

Introduction to Robotics at 4 p.m. Investigate the library’s robotics, and learn to use engineering and mathematics skills to make robot creations. For ages 10-14.

Sept. 12, 26

Sept. 29

Fun with nine patch squares. Sept. 26 theme: How to make eight half-square triangles at once. Have fun learning a new skill at each class.

to participate in the second event of the Library Crawl 2018. Sequoyah Regional Library System’s Rebecca Camp will lead and teach an introduction to 3-D printing. For more information, contact Mary, Ext. 244.

Quilting Cheats and Techniques at 10 a.m. Sept. 12 theme:

Sept. 13

Teen Résumé Building 101 at 6 p.m. All teens are invited to learn how to build a résumé. Review tips and tricks, as well as popular templates through Microsoft Word, Google Docs and more. For more information, contact Mary at Ext. 244.

Sept. 17

Meet Dash and Dot at 10:30 a.m. Get acquainted with new

friends, Dash and Dot. These friendly robots offer fun, intuitive programming for all. Draw paths for Dash to follow; play with Dot’s lights, sound and voice; or use either robot to solve coding-based puzzles. For all ages; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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3-D Printing Workshop at 1:30 p.m. All teens are invited

Library Closings

All Sequoyah Regional Library System branches will be closed Sept. 3 in observance of Labor Day.

ROSE CREEK 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, 770-591-1491

VARSITY FOOTBALL

Sept. 10

Maker Monday at 4:30 p.m. Get creative in our popup maker space, with self-directed making, tinkering and STEAM activities. For ages 7-12; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Etowah Eagles

Sept. 13

Games start at 7:30 p.m.

3-D Printer Demo at 4:30 p.m. See how the library’s 3-D

printer works and learn about all the printing possibilities. For all ages; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Sept. 2

Children’s Writers Critique Group at 3 p.m. Inklings Creative

Expressions presents its Children’s Writers Critique Group. If you enjoy writing stories for children, this is the place for you.

Sept. 27

Joanne Fluke Potluck Party at 11

a.m. Celebrate the release of Joanne Fluke’s latest book, “Christmas Cake Murder,” with a potluck. Bring your best Joanne Fluke recipe and an appetite for mystery. Registration is encouraged and opens Sept. 13.

Sept. 29

Teen Book Tasting at 10 a.m. All teens are invited to

participate in the first event of our Library Crawl 2018! Teens will get the opportunity to review popular young adult books. Refreshments are provided while supplies last. For more information, contact Mary at Ext. 244.

Aug. 31 Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2

@ South Forsyth @ Pebblebrook vs Hillgrove Bye vs Cherokee @ Woodstock @ Walton Bye @ Lassiter vs Roswell

Woodstock Wolverines Games start at 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 7

Bye

Sept. 14

vs North Paulding

Sept. 21

vs North Forsyth

Sept. 28

Bye

Top, Maximus, official mascot of the Atlanta Gladiators, made a guest appearance at the Rose Creek Public Library’s Family Art Night on behalf of the Gladiators Hat Trick for Reading Challenge. Visit atlantagladiators. com/hattrick/ for more information.

Oct. 5

vs Etowah

Oct. 12

@ Cherokee

Left, youth librarian Lisa Mosley shared a story at an indoor campsite while families snuggled inside sleeping bags during the Rose Creek Public Library’s Campfire Songs and Stories event.

Oct. 19

@ Lassiter

Oct. 26

@ Roswell

Nov. 2

vs Walton TOWNELAKER | September 2018

Almond Chicken Salad • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil • 2 teaspoons dry Italian seasoning • ¼ cup sliced almonds • 1 teaspoon butter • ½ cup Greek yogurt • 2 tablespoons mayo • Salt and pepper, to taste • ¼ cup dried cranberries, if desired

Chicken Fruit Wrap.

Healthy Lunches are in the Bag BY TIFFANY HUGHES

When we send our kids off to school, we like to prepare them to the best of our abilities. Making certain they have a satisfying, fulfilling lunch goes a long way in helping them stay focused for the afternoon. But the question is, how can we get them to actually eat something healthy? It is not as hard as you might think, even if you have a picky eater. Handheld foods are always a good idea. Switch their peanut butter and jelly sandwich to a whole wheat flour tortilla and roll it up. Think outside the box when it comes to tortillas. You can roll up meats, cheeses, vegetables and even fruit to fill them. You can amp up the protein by spreading a little Greek yogurt cream cheese on the tortilla before adding the filling. Greek cream cheese has four times more protein and half the fat of regular cream cheese. Try mixing with your favorite spice, such as dry ranch, to give extra flavor. Pre-cut veggies will be one of your biggest assets when preparing weekday lunches. Spread a tortilla with cream cheese, then place broccoli slaw (found in the produce section of your grocery store) over it, pressing lightly, and roll. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate. The veggie tortilla can be sliced into rounds for easier eating. Mixed greens are good to keep on hand. Layer greens with rotisserie chicken and mozzarella cheese on half a flatbread, then drizzle lightly with your favorite salad dressing. Roll up and wrap tightly. These can be made ahead of time to cut down on lunch prep during the week. Mixed greens or even bagged salad is good to pair with some type of protein, such as grilled chicken or even chicken salad (See recipe below). Just make sure to send the dressing in a separate container so it can be added when your child is ready to eat. Fruit is an excellent component in lunches. Add fresh peaches, apples, berries or even canned mandarin oranges to chicken salad, or to wraps or sandwiches. They are especially tasty with greens as the juice from the fruit acts as a dressing. You may want to carefully label foods that contain nuts, in case your child is with other children who have nut allergies.

Drizzle chicken breasts with oil and sprinkle both sides with Italian seasoning. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes, or until golden, turning once halfway through cooking. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken and place in a medium bowl. In a small frying pan, melt butter, add almonds and cook until golden. Pour entire mixture into bowl with chicken and combine. Stir in yogurt and mayo, then taste before adding salt and pepper. Toss in dried cranberries and refrigerate at least an hour before serving. Time-Saver Tip: 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken can be substituted for the chicken breasts.

Tiffany Hughes is an Acworth resident, who is an educator at Tellus Science Museum. She enjoys spending time with her family and furbabies. Contact her at creativecook11@yahoo.com.

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2018

Football Schedule

Football Schedule 9/6 9/15

@ Tennessee Tech vs. Alabama State

7 pm 5 pm

9/8

vs. Georgetown College 1:30 pm

9/22

vs. Clark Atlanta

6 pm

9/15

@ Warner Univ.

1:30 pm

9/29

vs. Samford

6 pm

9/22

vs. Ave Maria Univ.

1:30 pm

10/6

vs. Presbyterian

2 pm

9/29

@ Univ. of Cumberlands

7 pm

10/13

@ Gardner-Webb

1:30 pm

10/6

vs. Point Univ.

6 pm

10/13

@ Bluefield College

6 pm

10/20 bye 10/27

@ Charleston Southern

6 pm

11/3

vs Campbell

2 pm

11/10

@ Monmouth noon

11/17

vs Jacksonville State at Suntrust Park

ksuowls.com

TBA

10/20 bye 10/27

vs. Univ. of Pikeville

1:30 pm

11/3

vs. St. Andrews Univ.

1:30 pm

11/10

@ Union College

6 pm

reinhardteagles.com

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Cherokee Photography Club Congratulations to the winners in the July competition, "Travel Outside Georgia."

Digital Projection:

1st Rick Sapp "Apache Hideout"

2nd Vicki Sellers "St. Terese, Juneau, Alaska"

3rd Frank Mills "Max Patch"

HM Rudy Coopman "Gondola"

Monochromatic:

1st Percy Clapp "Colorado Sand Dunes" 78

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2nd Mark Mozley "The Big One"

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 St., Canton. For more information, please contact Kim Bates at 770-617-7595 or email him at kbphotoart@comcast.net.

Color Print:

1st Martin Longstaff "As Far As the Eye Can See"

2nd Ken Bertoli "Oxantatambe"

3rd Brenda Clapp "Bar Harbor - Rt. 66"

HM David Ferguson "Morning in Chattanooga"

Above, 3rd Karen Beedle "Colorado" Right, HM David Newton "Looking Up at the Parthenon"

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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.

Meeting: Sept. 28 Topic: Public Safety For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at 770-592-6056 mainstreetwoodstock.org/connect/#buzz Business, individual and non-profit memberships are available

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Elm Street

Picasso and Einstein Walk into a Bar… BY CHRISTOPHER BRAZELTON

When I think about September, I get giddy. Not just about the events, but how they might impact our culture, celebrate our identity, and ultimately connect our community. Here are some upcoming events that I believe are compelling.

“Picasso at the Lapin Agile”

Steve Martin (yes, the Steve Martin) wrote a hilarious comedy play that I think makes a tremendous observation about the tension many people face − art and technology, two things always battling to be in the forefront of creativity. The premise of our witty show is that Picasso and Einstein walk into a bar. Picasso is about inventing the new, Einstein is focused on explaining that which already was. Both, so far, are failures, and both unknowingly are about to become the most pioneering figures in their industry. Our hope is that you laugh (a lot), but also find that these worlds might be one and the same. We’ll have fun engagement opportunities paired with every show (trivia night, artist displays, etc.) including a night where we will look at how art and technology are impacting small towns.

UPCOMING AT ELM STREET

SEPT 14-23

FRI/SAT AT 7:30PM | SUN AT 2:30PM

Sam Reider and the Human Hands

This is the next installment of our Lantern Series. We’ve hosted bands of similar genres for our North Georgia community, but Sam Reider is about to shake it up (in a great way). He plays an accordion … which I totally thought was lame … until I heard him. He started out playing it “traditionally” until one day he decided to travel the world. In doing so, he discovered, through different cultures, that some instruments can be played in different, fun and exciting ways from what they were originally intended. He wrote music for an album that included the violin, mandolin, accordion, acoustic bass, piano, guitar and sax: with no defined genre (so, we’ll call it the genre of fun). They are taking the old and traditional and making it new, and they are coming from New York for this special concert in Woodstock.

Art on the Green

This is our fifth year for this festival, an annual celebration of community and vibrancy. It is proudly focused on local and grassroots art. It’s a day-long festival with music, artists, food, drinks and community. If we can't celebrate who we are, I think we've missed the point, so make plans to be here and celebrate with us.

SAM REIDER & THE HUMAN HANDS Sept 15, 2018 Lantern Series Presenting Partner:

Call or visit us on the web to learn about our Christopher Brazelton, a Florida State University graduate, is the executive director of Elm Street Cultural Arts Village.

FALL CLASSES

ELMSTREETARTS.ORG | 678.494.4251 TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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Above, volunteers work hard and have fun while keeping Lake Allatoona clean and beautiful for everyone. Right, BSA Scouts GLAC Trashman.

The Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup BY CHRISTOPHER PURVIS

The 33rd annual Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup (GLAC) is Oct. 6. Last year, 3,100 volunteers participated in the one day environmental event, managed by the Allatoona Lake Association. Each year, the GLAC is one the largest registered National Public Lands Day events in the country. Several tons of trash, tires and debris are collected each year with the help of hundreds of Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Shoreline pickup for the 2018 GLAC begins at 9 a.m. and lasts until noon. If you find something unusual, make sure to bring it to the picnic â&#x20AC;&#x201C; every year, prizes

are awarded for the most unusual items found during the event. A volunteer appreciation picnic will follow from noon-2 p.m. at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Riverside Day Use Area. Free food, educational expos, entertainment and prizes will be offered. For anyone participating in the cleanup, camping is also available, on a first-come, first-served basis, at Old Highway 41 No. 3 Campground in Bartow County and Sweetwater Campground in Cherokee County. Gates open at 4 p.m. Friday and close at noon Sunday. You will not be able to check in early on Friday or stay later on Sunday. Only pre-registered campers

on the GLAC registration website will be allowed to camp. Go to www.greatallatoonacleanup.org to register for the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup. If you plan on camping and attending the cleanup, make sure to register for the area you want to help clean and for the camping. Also, boat captains are being sought, if interested please register on the same site. Want to do more throughout the year? The GLAC is now a year-round endeavor with zone captains and team leaders needed to help clean up areas around the lake. A new program called the Allatoona Lake Warriors began last winter and has gradually gained steam throughout the summer. If interested in volunteering for more than one day, go to the Allatoona Lake Warriors Facebook page. For more information on the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup, visit the Lake Allatoona Association page at www.lakealltoonaassoc.com. Christopher Purvis is the lead ranger at Lake Allatoona over Partnerships, Volunteers and Project Security. He has been a ranger on Allatoona Lake since 2005.

Each year, Girls Scouts and Boy Scouts help collect trash during the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup. 84 TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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GREENPRINTS TRAIL SYSTEM

Sources: City of Woodstock, Esri, HERE, DeLorme, TomTom, Intermap, increment P Corp., GEBCO, USGS, FAO, NPS, NRCAN, GeoBase, IGN, Kadaster NL, Ordnance Survey, Esri Japan, METI, Esri China (Hong Kong), swisstopo, MapmyIndia, ÂŠ OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community

Visit our website for more information on these or other trail projects. www.greenprintsalliance.org

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 - This approximately 1.2 mile trail connects the Towne Lake community to Downtown along the banks of Noonday Creek. It runs from the intersection of Towne Lake Parkway and Towne Lake Hills South to Woofstock Park.

Rubes Creek Trail - This .5 mile trail runs along Rubes Creek and will ultimately connect into a larger run of trails. 86

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DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK DINING

Casual and Upscale Restaurants

Century House Tavern Modern 125 E Main St. 770-693-4552 American centuryhousetavern.com Copper Coin Coffee American 400 Chambers St. 470-308-6914 coppercoinoodstock.com see ad on Inside front

$$$

open

Full bar

8 persons +

open

Beer/Wine

Fire Stone 120 Chambers St. 770-926-6778 see ad on pg 8 firestonerestaurants.com Freight Kitchen & Tap 251 E. Main St. 770-924-0144 freightkitchen.com

Wood-fired Pizza & Grill

$$$

open

Full bar

yes

Southern

Sat./Sun. Brunch 10:30-3

$$$

open

Full bar

Habanero’s Taqueria 9550 Main St. 678-498-8243 Ice Martini & Sushi Bar 380 Chambers St. 770-672-6334 icemartinibar.com Ipps Pastaria & Bar 8496 Main St. 770-517-7305 ippspastaria.com

Mexican Tapas/Sushi

Sat./Sun. Brunch 11-1:30 no

$-$$

open

Full bar

yes

Fri./Sat. only

open

Full bar

yes

Italian

open

Full bar

Diner

$-$$

open

Weekends only

BBQ & Southern Sandwiches

$-$$

open

Beer

Southern

$-$$

$$-$$$$

open

Full bar

Pizza

$$-$$$

open

Beer/Wine

Pure Taqueria Mexican Sat./Sun. 405 Chambers St. 770-952-7873 Brunch puretaqueria.com/woodstock 11-3

open

Full bar

6 persons+

Reel Seafood 8670 Main St. 770-627-3006 reel-seafood.com

Seafood

Sunday Brunch 10:30-3:30

$$-$$$

open

Full bar

yes

Rootstock and Vine 8558 Main St. 770 -544-9009 www.rootstockandvine.com

Wine bar Tapas

$-$$

$$-$$$

open

Full bar

yes

Salt Factory Pub 8690 Main St. 678-903-6225

Gastropub

Sat./Sun. Brunch 11-3

$$-$$$

open

Full bar

Semper Fi Bar and Grille 9770 Main St. 770-672-0026 Tea Leaves & Thyme 8990 Main St. 770-516-2609 tealeavesandthyme.com

American

open

Full bar

English Tea room

closed

yes

Truck & Tap 8640 Main St. 770-702-1670 truckandtap.com

Variety of Food trucks

$-$$

open

Craft Beer

Vingenzo’s 105 E. Main St. 770-924-9133 vingenzos.com

Italian

$$$

open

Full bar

yes

J Christopher’s 315 Chambers St., 770-592-5990 jchristophers.com J Miller’s Smokehouse 150 Towne Lake Parkway 770-592-8295 jmillerssmokehouse.com Mad Life Studios 8722 Main St. madlifestageandstudios.com Partners II Pizza 8600 Main St. 678-224-6907 partnerspizza.com/woodstock-ga

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Sunday Brunch 10-2

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

RESTAURANT CUISINE BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER SUNDAY SPIRITS RESERV. Canyons American no $ $ open Beer/Wine no 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsresh.com

Above, 1929 Ford Model T. Top right, 1968 Camaro. Bottom right, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. Photos courtesy Doug Liebert.

Car Shows Raises Money for Autism Speaks BY CARLA CALDWELL

A Woodstock car show to benefit nonprofit Autism Speaks attracted more than 100 cars and an estimated 3,000 people. The event was started four years ago by Doug Liebert, the store manager at D.W. Campbell Tire & Auto Service on Georgia 92. Liebert hosts the car show each August to coincide with his dad Ron Liebert’s birthday. The elder Liebert lives in Pittsburgh and brings the 1951 Chevrolet two-door sedan Doug Liebert restored as his dad’s retirement gift. “My dad has had a love affair with cars forever and he passed that along to his sons,” said Doug Liebert, who owns a 1972 Camaro and is restoring a 1969 model. His two brothers also have restored Camaros. Liebert said he started the car show to benefit Autism Speaks because he enjoys helping children, and because of people in his life affected by autism and various processing issues. The charity promotes research into causes and

better treatments for autism spectrum disorders and related conditions. Contributions this year are expected to top $8,000. Overall, the car shows haved raised more than $20,000 for the charity. At the most recent show, owners of 77 cars registered to participate and another 30 cars cruised through during the six-hour event. More than 30 types of cars were on display, along with motorcycles and Jeeps. A Jeep named “The Beast” delighted the crowd when it rolled over several cars during a car-crushing exhibition. Show cars included a 1950 Buick Roadmaster, 1956 Chevrolet, a 1958 Chevrolet 3100, a 1964 Stingray Corvette, a 1968 Camaro and a 1971 Dodge Dart. The oldest car was a 1929 Ford Model T and the oldest Jeep was a 1925 Willys. T-shirts from the event are available with proceeds going to the charity, and donations are being collected. For information, call 770-928-7363.

Above, Doug Liebert’s 1972 Camaro. Left, “The Beast” owned by Steven Bradburn. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

REFERENCE

TOWNE LAKE AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS

Ahimsa House helps domestic violence victims 24-hours a day get their pets to safety. 404-452-6248. www.ahimsahouse.org.

Georgia Animal Project, based in Ball Ground, offers high quality, low cost spay/neuter services for dogs and cats. 770-704-PAWS (7297). www.theanimalproject.org.

Pet Buddies Food Pantry provides pet food, supplies, spaying and neutering, and education through community outreach programs to families in need. 678-310-9858. www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org.

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

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.

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

Anna Crawford Children’s Center, dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect through prevention and intervention services. 678-504-6388. www.cherokeechildadvocates.org.

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

Bend Your Knees, Inc. raises awareness, helps children with pediatric brain tumors. Bob Dixon, 678-922-1560.

Green Shelters America animal rescue group. 770-712-4077. GreenSheltersAmerica@gmail.com. www.GreenSheltersAmerica.com.

CASA for Children has programs to increase safety and improve educational, social and emotional functioning of children impacted by abuse. 770-345-3274. www.casacherokee.org. CCHS Thrift Store accepts donations, sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society. 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth. 770-592-8072. Cherokee Family Violence Center offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. 770-479-1703. Spanish 770-720-7050 or 800-334-2836 option 2. www.cfvc.org. Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes challenges professional, college, high school, junior high and youth level coaches and athletes to use athletics to impact the world for Christ. Bill Queen, 404-441-3508. www.cherokeefca.org. Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) 770-928-5115. admin@cchumanesociety.org. www.cchumanesociety.org.

Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia, 770-587-9697. www.habitat-ncg.org Healing Hands Youth Ranch offers safe, peaceful environment where abused and at-risk children are paired with rescue horses for hope and healing. 770-633-4451. www.hhyr.org. HopeQuest Ministry Group helps people with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. 678-391-5950. www.hqmg.org. HOPE Center offers support for unplanned pregnancy. 770-924-0864. info@hopectr.com. www.hopectr.com. HOPE Center — Seeds Thrift Store offers men, women & children’s clothing, furniture & other home goods. 770-517-4450. www.seedsthriftstore.com.

Cherokee FOCUS works to improve lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiatives. 770-345-5483. www.cherokeefocus.org.

Life Connection Ministries provides humanitarian relief in the form of wells and greenhouses to impoverished communities. Mission trips offered. 678-234-1798. www.lcm-ga.com.

Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. 770-345-5312. 770-345-5320. www.cherokeega.com/senior-services.

Matthew E. Russell Foundation establishes literacy and libraries in rural areas worldwide. 678-234-1798. www.mattrussell.org.

Cherokee Young Life for high school students, meets Monday nights at Bradshaw Farm clubhouse, 7853 Hickory Flat Highway, Suite 104, Woodstock 30188. 678 653-5707. www.cherokeecounty.younglife.org. Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. 678-640-3512. www.communityveterinarycare.com. Companion Animal Connection 678-493-9847. www.adoptapet.com.

MUST Ministries provides groceries, hot meals, emergency shelter, supportive housing, clothing, employment services, summer lunch and more from five locations in eight counties, including the Canton office at 111 Brown Industrial Pkwy. www.mustministries.org. National Alliance for Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots organization in America working to build better lives for the millions affected by mental illness. www.nami.org.

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

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

Feed My Lambs, Inc. provides free Christian preschools in the U.S. and around the world. 770-795-9348. office@feedmylambs.net. www.feedmylambs.net.

Next Step Ministries offers a therapeutic day program, Saturday respite, camps and special events for people with special needs. 770-592-1227. www.nextstepministries.net.

Forever Fed is a mobile food ministry that addresses physical hunger and hopelessness by providing meals and sharing the gospel. www.foreverfed.org.

North Georgia Pregnancy Center offers help and care to young girls and women with an unplanned pregnancy or who need counseling. 706-253-6303. www.ngapregnancy.org.

Funds 4 Furry Friends helps those in need with food, spay/neuter and medical attention for their pets. 770-842-8893. www.funds4furryfriends.com.

Papa’s Pantry, a year-round food ministry that includes the Masters Training Center to help individuals and families in crisis get back on their feet. 770-591-4730. www.papaspantry.org.

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SERV International operates the House of Hope orphanage in Africa, sponsors a clean water program in Dominican Republic and meal distributions worldwide. Offers mission trips. 770-516-1108. www.servone.org The Blue Ribbon Foundation fosters a national dialog toward finding the cause, cure and prevention of ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome), fibromyalgia and Lyme disease. 478-397-5542. www.theblueribbonfoundation.org. Volunteer Aging Council helps raise funds for seniors in Cherokee County. A list of current needs is available. 770-310-3474. www.vac-cherokeega.org.

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

AA Meetings Canton: 9:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 7 p.m. Mondays at Canton First United Methodist, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road. Woodstock: 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at Hillside United Methodist, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway. www.aageorgia.org/14c-meetings.html. Abortion Recovery Helping those who have been impacted by abortion. 678-223-3519. Al-Anon and Al-A-Teen Canton: 8 p.m. Thursdays at St. Clements Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Road. Woodstock: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays Al-Anon at Hillside United Methodist Church, Room 2208, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-516-3502. American Heart Assoc. - Cherokee Div. 678-385-2013. American Red Cross metro chapter 770-428-2695. A-Typical Parkinson’s Education and Support Group Meets 6:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month at Ball Ground UMC, 3045 Canton Hwy. in Ball Ground. Contact Norma Schmidt at 770-366-9585. Caregivers Alzheimers Spousal Support Group Meets: 12:30 p.m. first Tuesday of every month for lunch at Benton House of Woodstock, 3385 Trickum Road. 678-494-4500. woodstockinfo@bentonhouse.com. 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. 770-366-7515. Meets: 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Sixes United Methodist. 770-345-7644. www.sixesumc.org. Meets: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Ministry House, 678-459-2347. www.MinistryHouse.org. Meets: 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton. 678-764-8660. www.celebraterecovery.com. Cherokee County Support Group for people with autoimmune conditions. Meets: 6:30 - 8 pm second Thursday at New Light Baptist Church, 1716 New Light Road, Holly Springs. 404-402-0571, 770-337-0294, jhmom88@comcast.net or christystephenson@msn.com. Cherokee County Special Olympics provides yearround sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org. Cherokee Christian Ministerial Association for pastors and ministry leaders. 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. 770-793-7818. Georgia Canines for Independence. 404-824-4637. gcidogs@aol.com. www.gcidogs.org. Grace Valley Ministries connects pastors through small group meetings, free counseling and a place to retreat. 727-251-7690. info@gracevalleyministries.org. www.gracevalleyministries.org. Grandparents Raising GRANDchildren Meets: 7:15 p.m. second Tuesdays Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available). 770-919-9275. Hearing Loss Association of America NW Metro Atlanta chapter for people with hearing loss looking for support and resources, holds free and informative quarterly meetings at the Senior Center on Arnold Mill Road. nwmetroatlantahlaa@gmail.com. La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets: 10 a.m. first Tuesday and 7 p.m. third Tuesday at Bascomb United Methodist Church. 678-315-7686. 770-517-0191. MOMS Club of Woodstock-Towne Lake momsclubofwoodstocktl@gmail.com. www.sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock. MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets: 9:30 a.m. second and fourth Mondays at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-924-4777. Unlimited Possibilities, support group for stroke and brain injury survivors. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Kennestone Outpatient Rehab Center. 678-677-2589.

BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

American Business Women’s Association, Cherokee Eagles Charter Chapter. Meets: 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesdays at Dynastic Buffet at the intersection of Canton Highway and Piedmont. 678-493-3618. Cherokee Business Network Meets: 7:45 a.m. Wednesdays at Chick-fil-A, 9728 Highway 92, Woodstock. 770-345-8687. Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Meets: Various times during the year. Schedule at www.cherokeechamber.com. 770-345-0400. Gini@CherokeeChamber.com. Cherokee Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Bank of North Georgia, 200 Parkway 575, Woodstock. www.cherokeetoastmasters.com. The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations. 678-7896158. www.xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/ woodstock/.

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Post 316 Meets: 7 p.m. third Thursdays at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road. 678-662-2366.

Cherokee County Libertarians Meets: 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock. www.cherokeelp.org.

Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program Contact Jim Lindenmayer at Jlindenmayer80@gmail. com or 678-983-7590, or Mike Satterly at 404-680-2412.

Cherokee County Republican Party Meets: 9 a.m. third Saturday at American Legion Post 45, 160 McClure Street, Canton. www.cherokeecounty.gop.

Woodstock VFW Post 10683 Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday at Woodstock Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road. 404-663-4663.

Cherokee County Republican Women affiliated with The Georgia Federation of Republican Women. Meets: Monthly in Woodstock/Canton. 770-592-7811. jkconkey@gmail.com.

CIVIC, COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS

AARP Woodstock Chapter is for anyone age 50 and older. Meets: 11:30 a.m. second Tuesdays at Tuscany. Lunch is $15. 770-926-1944. 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. Cherokee County Historical Society 770-345-3288. www.rockbarn.org. Citizen Oversight and Education 678-520-2236. citizenoversighteducation@yahoo.com. Jewish Havurah (Friends) A group of Jewish people who meet for Jewish holidays, special Jewish events and Shabbat dinners. 770-345-8687. Kiwanis Club of Greater Cherokee Meets: 8 a.m. first Monday, at Hillside United Methodist Church, Room 2107, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. 678-468-9900. www.greatercherokeekiwanis.org Pilot Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. second Mondays at IHOP on Hwy. 20. 770-393-1766. Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com. www.pilotinternational.com. Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at IHOP on Highway 92. 770-480-4179. Rotary Club of Towne Lake Meets: Noon Thursdays at Tavern at Towne Lake, 1003 Towne Lake Hills E., Woodstock. www.townelakerotary.com. Rotary Club of Woodstock Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at IHOP on Highway 92. 678-428-6514.

Grassroots Conservatives of Cherokee Meets: 7- 9 a.m. Fridays at Chick-fil-A, 951 Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock by the Outlet Mall. 770-294-0922. Republican Women of Cherokee County 678-520-2236. www.rwccga.com.

RECREATION & HOBBIES

Allatoona Gold Panners. Periodic events, outings. 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 678-439-8625. www.cherokeechorale.org. Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North St., Canton. 770-704-6244. www.CherokeeArts.org. Cherokee County Master Gardeners 770-721-7803. www.caes.uga.edu/extension/ cherokee/mastergardeners. Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org. Cherokee County Saddle Club hosts monthly meetings and group rides. www.cherokeesaddleclub.com. Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) roller hockey. www.cherokeehockey.org. Cherokee Music Teachers Association 770-720-1701. www.cherokeemta.org. Cherokee Soccer Association 770-704-0187. www.csaimpact.com.

Service League of Cherokee County 770-704-5991. www.serviceleague.net.

Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com.

South Cherokee Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. every Friday at Tavern at Towne Lake. 770-926-3522.

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.

Towne Lake Optimist Club Meets: 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Tavern at Towne Lake. 770-715-3375. www.townelakeoptimists.com. Woodstock Jaycees Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday and third Thursday at 216 Rope Mill Road. 770-926-8336.

Kingdom Riders, a chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association in Canton. Meets: 8 a.m. fourth Saturdays at Family Tradition restaurant in Hickory Flat.

Woodstock Junior Woman’s Club www.woodstockjwc.org.

Les Marmitons, for men interested in culinary arts. www.lesmarmitons.org.

Towne Lake PowerCore Team Meets: 7-8:30 a.m. Fridays at Freight Kitchen & Tap, 251 E. Main St., Woodstock. 404-816-3377. www.powercore.net.

Woodstock Lions Club Meets: 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. 770-906-2958.

Neighbors and Newcomers of Towne Lake (NNTL) is a social club for residents of 30189 area code. 770-855-9623. www.nntlclub.com.

Women of Woodstock Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. first and third Wednesday at Tavern at Towne Lake. info@womenofwoodstock.com. www.womenofwoodstock.com.

Woodstock Preservation Group 770-924-0406. http://preservationwoodstock.com/.

Sons of the American Revolution - Cherokee Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Rock Barn, 638 Marietta Hwy., Canton. www.cherokeechapter.com.

Towne Lake Business Association Meets: 12:30 p.m. third Tuesdays at Tavern at Towne Lake. 678-389-3887. www.tlba.org.

Woodstock PowerCore Team Meets: 7 a.m. on Thursdays at Tavern at Towne Lake. 770-952-5000 ext. 20.

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS

Cherokee County Democratic Party Meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday at Holly Springs Train Depot, 164 Hickory Road, Holly Springs. 770-345-3489. www.cherokeedemocrats.com.

William G. Long Senior Center offers activities for seniors at 223 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 678-445-6518. TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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

Canton Bible Church 94 North St., Canton CantonBibleChurch.org Carmel 2001 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock Cherokee 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock 770-720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Cornerstone Community 4206 North Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007 Crossroads Primitive 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock 770-710-1068 Faith Community Office: 110 Village Trail, Suite 110, Woodstock Sunday Services: 3075 Trickum 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 Harvest 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth www.hbcga.org Heritage Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.HeritageCanton.com Hickory Road 2416 Hickory Road, Canton GA 30115 www.hickoryroad.org Hillcrest 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth 770-917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org Hopewell 78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-5723 www.hopewellbaptist.com

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Mt. Zion 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-479-3324 www.mtzb.org New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448, www.newvicbaptist.org Rising Hills Church 615 Mountain Road, Woodstock www.gorhc.org River Church 2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Shallowford Free Will 1686 Shallowford Road, Marietta 770-926-1163 www.shallowfordchurch.com South Cherokee 7504 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422 Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.com

CHURCH OF GOD

Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com Canton Church 110 Bluffs Parkway, Canton 678-285-3288 www.cantonchurch.com New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.org 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.ecamarietta.org Saint Clementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org

JEWISH

Chabad Jewish Center 1480 Shiloh Road, NW, Kennesaw 770-400-9255 www.jewishwestcobb.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org

Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Temple Beth Tikvah 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell 770-642-0434 www.bethtikvah.com 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 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-345-8540 www.celebrationofgrace.org Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock 770-924-7286 www.gslutheran.org Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-928-2812 www.tlcwoodstock.org

ORTHODOX

St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-485-0504 www.stelizabethga.org

PRESBYTERIAN

Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton 770-704-9564, www.cherokee-pca.org. Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869, www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-3558 , www.heritagepres.com Trinity 1136 Trinity Church Road, Canton www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-0074, www.woodstockpcusa.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of LaSalette 12941 Sam Nelson Road, Canton 770-479-8923 www.lasalettecanton.com

St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-0009 www.saintmichaelcc.org Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road NE., Marietta 770-977-1442 www.transfiguration.com

UNITED METHODIST

Ball Ground 3045 Canton Hwy, Ball Ground 770-735-6247 www.ballground.church/ Bascomb 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-926-9755 www.bascombumc.org Big Springs 2066 Sugar Pike Road, Woodstock Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Road 770-479-2502 www.cantonfirstumc.org CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480 www.coahumc.org Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 www.fieldschapel.org Hickory Flat 4056 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-345-5969 www.hickoryflat.org Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-2883 www.hollyspringsumc.com Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0837 www.mtgilead-umc.org Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

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

OTHERS

Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton 770-345-3030 www.actionchurch.tv Antioch Christian Church 3595 Sugar Pike Road, Canton 770-475-9628 www.antiochcanton.org Antioch Church 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.antiochchurch.life

Awakening 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock 770-924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth 770-917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572, www.mormon.org Church of the Messiah 4115 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Dwelling Place Church 110 Londonderry Court #130, Woodstock www.dwellingplacemovement.org Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com Fivestones Church 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestonesga.com Fresh Springs Worship Center 1910 Eagle Drive, Suite 100, Woodstock 678-557-9841 www.freshspringsworship.com Fuente de Vida (Fountain of Life) 205 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-880-3135 www.fdvida.org Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rolling Thunder Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock www.godsrollingthunder.org His Hands 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock 770-405-2500 www.hishandschurch.com Hope Church 6576 Commerce Parkway, Woodstock www.HopeChurchAtl.com Iglesia Mana Para Siempre, Inc. Bilingual church Spanish & English 452 Milton Drive, Canton 678-880-8750 www.iglesiamanaparasiempre.com Life Church 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, Suite 108, Canton 770-847-0170 www.lifechurchcanton.com Ministry House 347 Holly St., Canton 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org

Momentum 659 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 678-653-4652 www.oakleafcanton.com Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org Resurrection Anglican 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0040 www.rezwoodstock.org Revolution 125 Union Hill Trail, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Woodstock 8534 Main St., Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 11303 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-835-5795 www.thrivechapel.com Towne Lake Community 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Unity North Atlanta 4255 Sandy Plains Road Marietta, GA 30066 678-819-9100 www.unitynorth.org Victory 4625 Highway 92, Acworth 770-794-7366 www.victoryga.com Woodstock City Church 150 Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock 678-880-9092 www.woodstockcity.org Woodstock Christian 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-366-7515 www.wcnga.com Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8990 www.wcchurch.org TOWNELAKER | September 2018

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ANIMAL/PET SERVICES & SUPPLIES

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS

Animal Atlanta 770-591-0007 www.AnimalAtlanta.com

Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.cherokeega-animals.org

Towne Lake Pet Care 404-907-9778

Imbriale Injury Law 678-445-7423 www.imbrialeinjury.com

Nelson Elder Care Law, LLC Inside front 678-250-9355 www.NelsonElderCareLaw.com AUTOMOTIVE Aspen Falls Auto Spa 770-591-3630

Chloe's Auto Repair 770-575-8800 www.ChloesAutoRepair.com

Christian Brothers Automotive 770-926-4500 www.cbac.com Woodstock Quality Paint & Body 770-926-3898

BEAUTY SALON & SPA 1922 Men's Grooming Salon 678-483-8900 élon Salon 770-427-8698 www.elonsalon.com

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Polish Nails Spa 678-324-1500

Salon Gloss 770-693-6968 www.salongloss.biz

BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Downtown Buzz 80 770-592-6056 www.mainstreetwoodstock.org/connect/#buzz Towne Lake Business Association www.TLBA.org 94

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CHIROPRACTIC Ribley Chiropractic 770-592-2505 www.ribleychiro.com

Cherokee Computer Guys 678-889-5900 www.ccrguys.com

CREDIT UNION Credit Union of Georgia 678-486-1111 www.CUofGA.org

DENTAL (Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics & Pediatric) Baird & Baird Family Dentistry 770-517-0444 www.BairdFamilyDentistry.com Dentistry for Woodstock 770-926-0000 www.dentistryforwoodstock.com Gentle Dental Care and Georgia Dental Implant Center 770-926-2784 www.georgiadic.com

Stem Hangar, The 678-224-6188 www.thestemhangar.com

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Citadel Professional Services, LLC 770-952-6707 www.CitadelWealthCare.com

Graham Bailey Edward Jones 678-445-9525 ww.edwardjones.com

Hill & Hill Financial, LLC 770-672-0402 www.hillandhillfinancial.com

FUNERAL SERVICES 65

Woodstock Funeral Home and Cremations 770-926-3107 www.woodstockfuneralhome.com

HEALTH & FITNESS 13

Kragor Orthodontics 770-485-8827 www.kragorortho.com

Levitt Orthodontics 770-516-6100 www.levittortho.com

Burn Bootcamp 40 706-289-9762 http://woodstock.burnbootcamp.com R2 Total Fitness 678-809-7833 www.r2totalfitness.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT & REPAIR

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 41 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com Towne Lake Family Dentistry Inside Back 770-591-7929 www.TowneLakeFamilyDentistry.com Williams Orthodontics 770-592-5554 and 770-345-4155 www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com

Furtah Preparatory School 678-574-6488 www.furtahprep.org

FINANCIAL SERVICES

COMPUTERS

ATTORNEYS/LEGAL SERVICES Debranski & Associates, LLC 770-926-1957, ext 306 www.Debranski.com

Papa’s Pantry 770-591-4730 www.PapasPantry.org

EDUCATION

Woodstock Dentistry 59 678-203-2294 www.WoodstockDentistryOffice.com

Bryan Plumbing Services 770-826-5277

Budget Blinds 678-540-1615 www.BudgetBlinds.com/Woodstock

Casey's Painting 678-445-9661 www.caseyspainting.com

CFM Electrical Services 678-614-9661

ClearView window cleaning & pressure washing 770-926-1960 www.ClearViewAtl.com

Coleman Home Services 770-294-9667 www.colemanhomeservices.com

Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. 770-974-2390 www.DrFixitPHD.com

Enhance Floors & More 770-565-3808 www.enhancefloors.com

Handy Handyman, The 404-316-1490 www.thhmga.com

L. Bean Interiors 770-824-8386

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Mr. Junk 678-Mr-Junk1 www.MrJunk1.com

Pike’s Professional Painting 770-516-0045

Precision Painting & Remodeling 678-234-9668 www.precisionpaintingatlanta.com

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

Towne Plumber 770-257-7503 www.towneplumber.com

Cherokee Lung & Sleep Specialists Woodstock: 770-852-7740 Canton: 678-493-2527 www.CherokeeLungAndSleep.com Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists, PC 770-720-7733 www.cherokeewomenshealth.com

GYN Surgical Specialists 404-303-3157 www.GYNSurgicalSpecialists.com North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center 770-726-8948 www.YourHearingLink.com Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

770-517-6636 northsidecherokeeortho.com Northside Vascular Surgery 770-292-3490 www.NVS-GA.com

Calvary Landscaping & Irrigation 770-720-1727 or 770-827-0346

WellStar & Mayo Clinic 770-956-7827 www.wellstar.org/mayo

Landscape Matters 770-403-5813 www.LandscapeMattersInc.com

LANDSCAPING & PEST CONTROL

Mclellan Excavation & Landscaping 404-520-0710 www.excavationandlandscaping.com RPM Landscape & Pavers 770-597-5175 www.rpmlandscapeandpavers.com

OPTOMETRIST Eyes on Towne Lake 770-702-5996 www.eyesontownelake.com

PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Atlanta Gynecologic Oncology 71 Atlanta, Marietta: Dr. Feuer 404-459-1900 Canton, TowneLake: Dr. Glasgow 770-721-9400 www.AtlantaGynOnc.com Atlanta North Dermatology & Skin Care 770-516-5199 www.atlantanorthdermatology.com

REAL ESTATE & RELATED SERVICES Atlanta Communities, Tara Daigle 404-925-6351 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Tomlinson Team, The 770-365-6193 www.thetomlinsonteam.com

Windsong Properties, Grace 770-516-3678 www.WindsongLife.com

Cruise Planners, Kathy Faisal 678-445-5235

Eagle Watch Golf Club 404-960-9225 gary.weller@clubcorp.com

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

Etowah Eagles Football

FCA Field of Faith ww.fieldsoffaith.com

Gathering of Friends Charity Golf Tournament 770-592-9969 ext.1 Georgia All-Star Gymnastics 770-516-2654 www.ga-allstars.com

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Georgia Zombiefest www.GeorgiaZombieFest.com

Kennesaw State Owls Football

Reinhardt University Eagles Football

Riverfest www.serviceleague.net

Santa Boggs 404-680-5989 www.SantaBoggs.com

Woodstock Wolverines Football

RESTAURANTS/FOOD 37

Copper Coin Coffee Inside front 470-308-6914 www.coppercoinwoodstock.com

Fire Stone Wood Fired Pizza & Grill 770-926-6778 www.FireStoneRestaurants.com

Smallcakes — A Cupcakery 678-324-1910 smallcakeswoodstock.myshopify.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Wahl Team, The 29 O: 770-517-2150 Cell: 404-428-4262 www.wahlteam.com Broadus Realty 404-583-8856 www.broadusrealtygroup.com

South on Main 770-970-0200 www.jwcatlanta.com

RECREATION AND ENTERTAINMENT

Plastic Surgery Center of the South 73 770-421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net

Geico Jerry Sorrels 770-565-9696

Governors MedSpa & Concierge Medicine 33 678-888-5181 www.governorsmedicine.com

Rausch Family Practice 678-384-7305 www.judithrauschmd.com

INSURANCE

Kurt & Sheila Team, Keller Williams Back Cvr 404-954-2486, 678-494-0644 www.kurtandsheilateam.com

Tavern at Towne Lake 770-592-9969 www.tavernattownelake.com WOW Pho & Grill 678-383-6099 www.wowpho.com

SENIOR LIVING/ SERVICES

Magnolia Cottages by the Sea Linda B. Lee, 850-319-8050 www.magnoliadreamcottage.com

Arbor at BridgeMill, The 770-284-4864 www.ArborBridgeMill.com

Soliel Laurel Canyon 678-500-8099 www.SolielLaurelCanyon.com

Oaks at Towne Lake 770-592-2195 www.oaksseniorliving.com

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