Contents
September 2017
VOLUME 5 | ISSUE 2
[28-29]
28-29 On the Cover:
Canton Arts Academy
36-37
Art Mediums
44-45 Riverfest
[44-45] Follow Us >>>
2
04
............................ Perspective
06
................................ Calendar
12
....................... Canton Minute
15
...................... Community Life
24
................. Community Partner
26
........................... Taste of Life
39
.......................... Book Review
50
................ Main Street Canton
54
...................... Ribbon Cuttings
[36-37] Family Life Publications
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
familylifepublications
@FamilyLifeMags
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
3
Publisher’s Perspective
PUBLISHER/PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Tuszynski Jack@FamilyLifePublications.com EDITORIAL Julie Senger Julie@FamilyLifePublications.com ART Candice Williams Candice@FamilyLifePublications.com Laurie Litke Laurie@FamilyLifePublications.com SALES Janet Ponichtera Janet@FamilyLifePublications.com
Use your power for good.
150 North Street, Suite A Canton, GA 30114
770-213-7095
FamilyLifePublications.com Family Life publications have the largest monthly circulation of direct-mailed community magazines in our area. Canton Family Life is a monthly community magazine with a total print count of over 26,000, direct mailing over 24,000 copies to Canton, Sixes/ BridgeMill, Holly Springs and Hickory Flat. 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. Canton Family Life magazine 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.
© 2017 All rights reserved.
AS
IS
E R EC Y C
LE
Subscriptions are available for $25 per year. Please contact us for payment options.
TH
A quarterback who can throw a football 82 yards under pressure is a great asset, unless the receiver is only 80 yards downfield. How often do we find ourselves thinking, “It touched his hands; he should’ve had that one,” when the fact is that he may have been exactly where he should’ve been, and the ball
Surround yourself with those who excite, motivate, educate and inspire you. Choose to be part of a team or group that will help you grow as an individual and/ or with those you can help mentor and lead. Each of us has certain abilities that can benefit others, within an organization or one-on-one. Discover a place that gives you something worth doing that feeds your spirit, moves your soul, and strengthens you and yours. Challenges can be beautiful things.
Family Life Publishing Group, Inc.
E
Each of us becomes responsible for our personal leadership and making sure our actions are in line and in pace with our teammates. In anything you do, there will always be someone whose talents and strengths are different than yours, so aligning yourself with those who compliment your gifts is important. Keeping our mind open to learn from the skills of others allows us to grow.
was overthrown? Targets need to align. Sometimes, I find myself thinking that if I had pushed myself harder, cause and effect would have collided into success rather than my stumbling and fumbling. However, this is never truly an issue when I know in my heart that I did my absolute best. If each of us will do our part in our community, home, schools and family, nothing is out of our reach.
M AG A ZI
N
hen the opportunity to join a team in sports, at the office, volunteering, or maybe even your church occurs, it is vital to live up to the honor. When we are a member of a team that is relying on us, we need to do our individual best to take care of our responsibility, task or obligation.
PLE
W
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Mary Akers, Atlanta Hand Specialist, Rachel Blackman, Cyndi Braun, Michael Buckner, Mary Kay Buquoi, Guilherme Cantuaria, Jyl Craven, Joshua Fuder, Hillary Gallagher, Shelia Garrison, Corey Harkins, Jessica Helms, Lisa-Marie Haygood, Norman Hunt, Vicki Knight-Mathis, James E. Leake, Sandy McGrew, Scott Merritt, Tim Morris, Vishant Nath, Michael Petrosky, Frank Reynolds, Mark Russell, Farris Yawn
Jack Tuszynski, Publisher
4
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
5
Calendar ONGOING Canton Farmers Market — Every Saturday through the end of October, visit downtown Canton’s Farmers Market for great locally grown produce and handcrafted goods. 9:00am1:00pm, downtown Canton. 770-7041549. CantonGA.gov Farmers Market at River Church — Each Tuesday through November, enjoy fresh-baked goods, homemade health and beauty products and farm-fresh fruits and veggies. 2:00-6:00pm, River Church, 2335 Sixes Road, Canton. 770485-1975.
Through September 2017 Sunny Side Up - The Poultry Industry in Cherokee County — This is a temporary exhibit at the History Museum. Wednesday-Friday 10:00am5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, Cherokee County History Museum, 100 North Street, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org
SEPTEMBER John Horne’s Teen Drawing — Saturdays through September, contemporary Atlanta artist John Horne encourages young artists of all levels to explore various mediums with handson demonstrations and examples by interactive instruction. 12:45-2:30pm, 94 North Street, Canton. 770-704-6244. CherokeeArts.org Potter’s Wheel & Fun Hand Building — Every Tuesday through September, you can learn the basics of both hand building and wheel pottery. In hand building, you will learn about methods of forming clay such as slab, coil and pinch pots. In wheel, you will learn beginning throwing and how to wedge and center clay. 1:00-3:00pm, 94 North Street, Canton. 770-704-6244. CherokeeArts.org
6
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
6, 13, 20, 27
GriefShare Support Group — GriefShare has three key elements that work together to help people who have lost loved ones recover from the deep hurt of loss. Each class includes a video, group discussion and workbook exercises. 10:00am-12:00pm, First Baptist Canton, 1 Mission Point, Canton. 770-862-1253. FBCCanton.org
7
Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast — Both current and future Chamber members will have the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
8&9
Skillet Lickers Presents Real Time Radio — A 4th generation group playing fiddle, guitar and steel guitar in the style of “Down Yonder.” There is limited seating at $12.00 for seniors and $15.00 for adults. 7:00pm, Canton Theatre, 171 E. Main Street, Canton. 770-704-0755. CantonTheatre.com
9
9
Gardener’s Plant Sale — UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County will be selling perennials, ground covers, daylilies, yard art and more. 9:00am-12:00pm, Cherokee County Senior Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. Extension.UGA.edu
Cherokee Music Teachers Association Meeting — CMTA is a group of private, public and college teachers of music, providing education and performance opportunities for students and networking and education opportunities for teachers. The first meeting of the season will include a potluck brunch. 10:00am, Hickory Flat Library Community Room, 2740 E. Cherokee Drive, Canton. CherokeeMTA.org
10
7 Bridges - The Ultimate Eagles Experience — This band provides an accurate tribute to the music of the Eagles. 3:00-5:00pm, Flint Hall, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-720-9167. Reinhardt.edu
11
MUST Ministries Charity Golf Tournament — This fun-filled day of golf raises funds to help individuals, families and children in need. 8:00am6:00pm, Pinetree Country Club, 3400 McCollum Parkway. 678-218-4515. MUSTMinistries.org
15
T.G.I.F Concert Featuring, Divas — Divas will do a repeat performance of their sell-out show. Bring your own picnic, tablecloths, candles, etc. 8:00-10:00pm. Chukkar Farm Polo Club, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com
15 & 29
A Parent’s Night/ Afternoon Off! — Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time. They will play in the pool, enjoy a pizza dinner, do crafts, play games and end the night with a movie! Please send the kids with pajamas to change into after the pool. 5:30-10:00pm, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678880-4760. CRPA.net
16
Gardener’s Seminar — This “Saving Herbs and Seeds” seminar will teach you how to preserve garden herbs for winter use. 10:00am, Hickory Flat Library, 2740 E. Cherokee Drive, Canton. 770-721-7803. Extension.UGA.edu
16
Reinhardt 5k for ADay — Reinhardt’s 5k for ADay is an
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
23
Ball Ground Movie in the Park — This month’s movie is Finding Dory. The movie will begin when it is dark. Ball Ground City Park, 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 770-7352123. CityOfBallGround.com
exhilarating way to exercise and raise money for Cherokee County residents attending Reinhardt University. 7:00-10:00am, Cannon Park, 130 E. Main Street, Canton. 404-7905899. ADay5K.Reinhardt.edu
23 & 24
Riverfest 2017 — The Service League of Cherokee County will present the 33rd Annual Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival, featuring more than 200 arts and
19-24
Cherokee County Fair — The fair features livestock, shows, carnival rides, games and more. Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:00pm; Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 3:00pm, American Legion Fairgrounds, 160 McClure Street, Canton.
More through the door!
crafts exhibitors, entertainers, children’s activities and concessions. Admission for adults and children 11+ is a suggested $5 donation. The Service League is a volunteer organization that uses the proceeds from this fundraiser to serve the needy children of Cherokee County. The event will take place rain or shine. All areas are handicap accessible. FREE parking and shuttle services are available. Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm & Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 770704-5991. ServiceLeague.net
25
Cherokee Friends of Recovery Foundation’s (FOR) Cherokee DUI/Drug Treatment Court’s 12th Anniversary — “What’ll ya have! What’ll ya have!” The Varsity will be selling their continued on
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
8
7
LIBRARY EVENTS
Calendar continued from page 7
SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org BALL GROUND 435 Old Canton Road, Ball Ground, 770-735-2025 HICKORY FLAT 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565 R.T. JONES 116 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton, 770-479-3090 VIRTUAL REALITY — SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY DROP-IN September 8, 3:00pm, R.T. Jones No time to make a trip to the National Museum of Natural History? No worries! Experience their amazing exhibits with virtual reality headsets. Drop-in anytime between 3:00-5:30pm for your virtual museum tour. FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 — HEALTHCARE & YOUR RETIREMENT September 12, 6:30pm, Ball Ground What steps should you take to prepare for health care costs to help ensure your retirement savings stay healthy? Find out what you need to stay prepared in this seminar. JODIE DAVIS, RUBBER DUCK EXPERT TO CUCKOO CLOCK DESIGNER September 13, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Learn about Jodie Davis and the unlikely chain of events that led her to become an author, rubber duck expert, TV show host, cuckoo clock designer and more! BACK TO HOGWARTS PARTY September 14, 6:00pm, Ball Ground Return to Hogwarts as the 20th anniversary celebration of Harry Potter continues! Wands will pick their wizards; we’ll go on a Horcrux hunt, hold a wizard duel, and have lots more magical fun! Create your own polyjuice potion, and snack on some Honeydukes treats, too! For grades 6-12. BOOK CLUB September 18, 10:30am, Ball Ground Join book club members, as they discuss their impressions of I Still Dream about You: A Novel by Fannie Flagg. HARRY POTTER PUZZLE ROOM September 18, 4:00pm, Hickory Flat Harry Potter and his friends have been taken into custody and placed into Azka-Banned Book Prison! Do you have what it takes to solve the puzzles and free Harry? This is for ages 8+; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. BUTTON TREE ART September 20, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Create a fun project with buttons, canvas and paint! Registration is required.
8
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
SEW MANY GARMENTS September 20, 10:00am, R.T. Jones This is a neighborhood sewing group with a focus on garments. You’re invited to visit and join the fun! VIRTUAL REALITY — PICTIONARY® September 20, 6:00pm, R.T. Jones Experience Pictionary® in virtual reality! Help your team guess what you’re drawing with your virtual artist’s palette and tools! HOMESCHOOL STEAM NIGHT September 20, 6:00pm, R.T. Jones Curious about all the STEAM talk these days? Bring your favorite student, and participate in STEAM demonstrations and a scavenger hunt to learn all about Sequoyah STEAM. This is for homeschoolers and their families; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. TOLKIEN THURSDAY — AN UNEXPECTED (HOBBIT) PARTY September 21, 4:30pm, Ball Ground You’re invited to join a Tolkien-themed adventure full of fun and games, as the 80th anniversary of The Hobbit is celebrated! This is for ages 8+; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. PRESERVING YOUR FAMILY RECIPES September 23, 10:30am, Hickory Flat Valerie Frey discusses the value of recipes and examines these artifacts as historical documents, providing tips to preserve heirloom materials. Registration is required. BANNED BOOK DISCUSSION AND CRAFTS September 25, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat This Banned Book Week, discuss banned and challenged books while making a craft that celebrates your right to read! Refreshments are provided. This is for grades 6-12. FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 — BUDGETING BASICS September 26, 6:30pm, Ball Ground How do you make a budget and track your spending? How do you manage and save money? This seminar will teach you how to make a personal spending plan to save and manage your money effectively.
famous chili hotdogs, hamburgers and French fries for $3.00 each, and fried pies for $2.50 each. Cherokee FOR and the Cherokee DUI/Drug Treatment Court are working to keep highways safe from impaired drivers! 11:00am-1:30pm, Frank C. Mills Justice Center, 90 North Street, Canton. CherokeeFOR.com
28
Meet & Eat — This new networking opportunity gives you a chance to get out in the community to visit a Chamber member restaurant while enjoying the company of fellow Chamber members. Reservations are required. 11:30am-12:30pm, Chick-fil-A, 130 Keith Drive, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
30
Express Your Superpower 5k — Express Your SuperPower 5k is an event that will raise awareness throughout Georgia and nearby states about breastfeeding and the health of our babies and children. 8:00am, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 706-618-3913. NWGaBFCoalition.com/ expressyoursuperpower5k/
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
OCTOBER
5
Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast — Both current and future Chamber members have the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00-9:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
5
Cherokee Challenge — The Chamber’s version of The Amazing Race! Teams of two will participate in activities at destinations throughout Cherokee County. The event involves teamwork, physical skill, mental toughness, networking and amazing fun. 7:00am-7:00pm, locations TBA. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com
More through the door!
6
Downtown Canton First Friday Jeep Night — Canton First Friday is a monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program. There will be food trucks, live music from Motel Cowboy, local shopping and all that downtown Canton has to offer! 6:009:00pm, downtown Canton. 770-7041548. CantonGA.gov
6&7
Home by Dark Concert Series - JP Williams, Joe West & Sabrina — A concert experience like no other, Home by Dark brings original music, storytelling, hope, laughter and evidence that “A Song Can Change Your Life.” 8:00pm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com
7
Autumn Fest — Barrett Park will be filled with over eighty arts and crafts vendors, an entertainment stage featuring local dance and vocal groups, kids’ zone with games and activities, and food trucks. 10:00am-5:00pm, Barrett Park, 120 Park Lane, Holly Springs. 770-3455536. HollySpringsGa.us
7
The Smile Run 5k, Fun Run and Tot Trot — Proceeds from the race will go directly to organizations that benefit children, particularly those with special needs. 4:00pm, Etowah River Park, 660 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 678982-5927. TheSmileRun.com
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
9
Don’t fear; head lice are a common problem in school-age children. It occurs worldwide and in all socioeconomic backgrounds. The primary symptom of head lice is itching. The itching is caused by an allergic reaction to lice saliva, which is injected during feeding. If this is your child’s first infestation, the itching may be delayed up to 4-6 weeks. Another sign is seeing nits (lice eggs), which are tiny white specks attached to hairs. Unlike dandruff, the nits cannot be shaken off the hair. A scalp rash is often present, most commonly on the back of the neck. Only live lice can be spread to another child. Nits are not contagious but will hatch into lice in about a week. Almost all lice are spread by direct contact with the head of an infected person. Lice do not fly, jump or ride on pets. The spread of lice from hats, hair brushes and combs is not common. Most commonly, lice are spread at home, not at school, like during sleep overs or during bed sharing.
10
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
days, which will kill any new lice that have hatched from the eggs. Don’t wash your child’s hair again for two days after treatment, and don’t use conditioner for two weeks.
Oh No, My Child Has
Head Lice! By Vicki Knight-Mathis, M.D. The good news is that lice can be treated at home. With careful treatment, all lice and nits are usually killed. Buy some anti-lice cream rinse, and follow package directions. Don’t use a conditioner prior to using the lice cream. Leave the cream on for at least ten minutes for it to be most effective. Use the rinse again in nine
Attempt to remove nits with a nit comb. Nits are not contagious, and according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, nits do not have to be completely removed to return to school. Finally, preventing spread can be done by washing any bedding and clothes worn in the last two days in hot water. If an item cannot be washed, store it in a sealed plastic bag for two weeks (the absolute longest period nits can be expected to survive). Vacuum Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis your child’s room, is a pediatric physician and soak brushes at DV Pediatrics. 770-704-0057. and combs in antiDVPediatrics.com lice shampoo.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
11
CantonMinute
A Novel Idea
For those who love to read, those who love to write and those who love to read and write.
A
By Sandy McGrew
Novel Idea was born a year ago when I trekked to Lawrenceville with my pals Jay Minor and Marsha and Bill Cornelius to attend an event called, “Noir at the Bar.” The theme of the evening was noir, and there were six authors who read from their work. Door prizes, such as copies of the authors’ books, were given out between readings. On the way home, we discussed creating a similar event in Canton because, at that time, there wasn’t anything else like it. As an author of six books, Marsha was truly passionate about bringing this event to Canton. After brainstorming for a few days, the event name, A Novel Idea, was solidified, and the search for a venue began. Damien Mancini, owner of The Snug Gastropub, was eager to have such an event at his restaurant. The first event was held in June of 2016. The theme was mystery/ thriller. Other themes have included hope and faith, beach reads, young adult, children’s, southern authors, fantasy & sci-fi, and storytellers (written, sung and spoken).
Upcoming 2017 themes include the following: September 20 Southern Authors
October 18 Scary Stories
November 15 The Best of 2016 (the return of favorites)
Upcoming 2018 themes include the following: January 17 Love and Romance
February 21 Storytelling (short stories and song)
March 21 Cross Genre (a mix of genre in one work)
April 18 Memoir and Nonfiction
May 16 Historical Fiction
The storytelling night consisted of five people telling a story from their life experience, a short story read, and a singer/songwriter performance. This theme will be repeated in February 2018.
The events have been well received by the Canton community; they often end up being standing room only. It’s refreshing to mingle with authors, hear them read and discuss their work, and converse with fellow readers and bookworms. Most of the authors bring copies of their books to sell, which makes it convenient if attendees become interested in reading the entire work. A Novel Idea is held on the third Wednesday of the month, at 7:00pm, upstairs at The Snug Gastropub. Dress casually, and come get lost in a story with us!
12
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Sandy McGrew is a tenyear Canton resident who represents ward 1 in the Canton City Council.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Boutonnière Deformity By Atlanta Hand Specialist Staff
There are several tendons running along the top and side of your fingers that are working simultaneously to help it straighten and bend. The central slip of tendon on the top of your finger is connected to the middle bone in your finger. If this integral tendon is injured, you may be unable to fully straighten your finger, which explains boutonnière deformity. If boutonnière deformity is left untreated, the condition may worsen and result in impaired function and permanent deformity.
If you want to keep the full range of motion in your finger, it’s important to seek treatment immediately. There are two different treatment options for boutonnière deformity:
What causes boutonnière deformity?
•
In most instances, boutonnière deformity is caused by a jammed finger or an impactful blow to the top side of the middle joint in a bent finger. This ailment can also be the result of a cut on the top of your finger. If the cut is deep enough, it can actually sever the tendon from its connection to your bone. When this happens, the tear looks similar to a French “boutonnière,” or buttonhole. In rare instances, the bone could start protruding through the opening. A third cause of the boutonnière deformity is arthritis.
What are the symptoms of boutonnière deformity?
Patients can begin developing signs of boutonnière deformity immediately after an injury to the finger. In some cases, symptoms can develop anywhere from one to three weeks later. Some of the most common symptoms of boutonnière deformity include the following: • The middle joint of the finger swells and starts to hurt. • You have problems straightening your finger at the middle joint. • The fingertip cannot be bent.
Non-Surgical Treatment
Non-surgical options are the preferred solution for boutonnière deformities. A few of the most common treatment options include the following:
•
•
Exercises designed to bolster the flexibility and strength in your fingers. Splints can be applied on your finger, at the middle joint, to keep it straight. Splints allow the end joint of your finger to bend while preventing the tendon from separating as the finger heals. Protection or taping can be used after the splint has been removed, especially if you play sports.
Surgical Treatment
Although non-surgical methods are preferred, certain instances require surgery, such as the following: • • • •
If your tendon has been severed If your condition doesn’t heal with the splint A bone fragment is displaced from its normal position If your deformity is the result of rheumatoid arthritis
Atlanta Hand Specialist is located in Canton, Marietta, Smyrna and Douglasville. 770-333-7888. AtlantaHandSpecialist.com
How is boutonnière deformity diagnosed? Boutonnière deformity is one of many injuries that can be caused by jamming your finger. Because of this, it’s important to consult a hand specialist for a proper diagnosis. During the diagnosis, your physician will examine your hand and fingers. You may be asked to straighten and bend the fingertip of the affected finger. Your physician may also request x-rays to determine if there are any broken bones.
14
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Community
Kevin Botts, Head of Support Services, Retires Kevin Botts, Head of Support Services for Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services, recently celebrated his retirement. Botts had over 32 years of government service before joining Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force (USAF) in 1977. His USAF career included training and assignments as an inventory management specialist and as a supply systems specialist. Mr. Botts was also selected for and successfully completed the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) Academy, where he received his badge and credentials as a special agent with AFOSI. He conducted criminal, fraud and counterintelligence investigations as well as protective services operations for high-ranking dignitaries. Mr. Botts was promoted to supervisory special agent and was relocated to AFOSI’s Procurement Fraud Unit in Smyrna, GA as the assistant special agent in charge. He retired in 2001. Botts came to work for the Cherokee Fire Department in 2005 as logistics manager. The following year, he was promoted to division chief of support services.
Congratulations Tugman! Congratulationstotoour ourOctober August “7 Differences” winner, Melanie Richard Turner!
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
15
Community
Horizon Training Center Moves to Downtown Canton Horizon Training Center is excited to be moving to downtown Canton! Their new location will be at 182 North Street, next to the new Local on North restaurant and Stout’s Growlers. Horizon Training Center is a small fitness studio, owned and operated by local families. They provide a variety of Yoga, fitness and martial arts classes. For more information, visit HorizonTrainingCenter.com or call 678-631-8797.
Cherokee County Farm Bureau Members a Finalist Family for
GFB Young Farmer Acheivement Award Cherokee County Farm Bureau Director Ben Cagle and his wife Vicki were named a finalist family for the Georgia Farm Bureau 2017 Young Farmer Achievement Award. The Cagles, who both grew up on family farms, run an agritourism operation on their 250-acre farm in Ball Ground, where they also maintain a herd of around 110 cattle. In 2016, the farm’s first year of operation at the Ball Ground location, the Cagles hosted more than 31,000 visitors, allowing them to experience a fully functioning farm firsthand.
16
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Community Cherokee County
Entrepreneurship Fresh Start Cherokee is a new initiative created by the Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) to create a culture of entrepreneurship in Cherokee. The COED team has seen some early success with the launch of its first official program, The Lunch Circuit. The Lunch Circuit is an exclusive lunch gathering for local entrepreneurs to share food, be part of a community and hear stories of entrepreneurship from a featured Cherokee entrepreneur each month. The team pulls unique stories of diverse entrepreneurs from all over Cherokee County. The Lunch Circuit is powered by Fresh Start Cherokee, sponsored by COED and located at The Circuit Woodstock, the brand new and first official co-working collaboration space in Cherokee. This event is helping create a culture of entrepreneurship by forming a community around entrepreneurial principles, offering exclusive access to local entrepreneurs, and sharing powerful lessons from personal wins and losses.
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
17
Community
Northside Cherokee Continues Award-Winning, Quality Heart Care When someone is having a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular event, every second matters. In Cherokee County, patients transported to the emergency department at Northside Hospital Cherokee have received life-saving care in the cardiac catheterization laboratory faster than most other hospitals in the Atlanta region. In 2017, Northside Hospital Cherokee was again recognized for providing high-quality cardiovascular and stroke care with several prestigious national health organization awards: •
• • • •
The American College of Cardiology’s NCDR ACTION Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for heart attack care. Northside Hospital Cherokee is one of only thirty hospitals nationwide to receive this honor. The American Heart Association (AHA) Mission - Lifeline® Heart Attack Receiving Center Gold Level Recognition Award The AHA Get With The Guidelines® (GWTG) Gold Plus Achievement Award for heart failure The AHA GWTG Gold Plus Achievement Award with Target - StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite The AHA GWTG Gold Quality Achievement Award for Resuscitation. Northside is one of just five hospitals in Georgia, and two in metro Atlanta (the other is Northside Hospital Forsyth), to receive this award.
Northside Hospital Cherokee has the expertise, equipment, facilities and other resources needed to diagnose and treat heart attacks, coronary artery blockages, congenital heart defects, heart failure, stroke and other cardiovascular problems. The hospital offers the full cycle of cardiac care including PCI (percutaneous coronary intervention) for STEMI (STsegment elevation myocardial infarction) and cardiac rehabilitation. When the new Northside Hospital Cherokee was built, special attention was paid to how patients would be transported between the emergency department and cath lab and how each department would be designed to prevent barriers to care. For more information about heart and vascular services at Northside Hospital Cherokee, visit Northside. com/heartandvascular.
Grand Opening of
Cherokee Veterans Park Residents can now enjoy 150 acres of state-of-the-art recreation, diverse walking trails and engage in a multitude of activities and sports as Cherokee Veterans Park is now officially open to the public. Located on Cumming Highway in northeast Cherokee, the park is one of the largest active parks in the county, with more than 75 acres for active use and green space available in phase one. Veterans Park consists of two natural-grass athletic fields, an artificial-turf athletic field, two tennis courts, two pickleball courts, a playground and skate park, two paved walking/biking paths (totaling almost two miles), and concession/restroom buildings as well as all the associated interior park roads and parking with a maintenance facility, according to Recreation and Parks Agency Director Bryan Reynolds. Possible future additions include a baseball/softball complex, additional tennis and pickleball courts, a large community pavilion and a recreation center along with added parking for each feature. “Construction on additional phases depend on if or when additional funding becomes available,” said Reynolds. With Veterans Park now open, local veterans have formed a steering committee to help plan a memorial recognizing U.S. veterans within the park. After residents reached out to county commissioners with concerns that a memorial was not in the scope for phase one in the park’s plan, the board unanimously approved $15,000 earlier this year to go toward the memorial.
CV Park Trailhead
18
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Community
Coca Cola® Company Makes Donation to Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services received a nice surprise when Coca Cola® donated water and Powerade® to local firefighters. A transfer truck recently made the delivery to Cherokee County Fire Logistics. According to Leigh Ann Spitzmiller, Special Events Manager for Coca Cola®, “Cherokee County Fire was selected because Coca Cola® United Bottling Company - North Metro is a new company located in Sandy Springs, and we wanted to support our local firefighters during the hot summer season. Our territory stretches from the tip of Buckhead to Dahlonega.” Coca Cola®donated 112 Cases of Dasani®water and 10 cases of Powerade®. Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services appreciates Coca Cola®for their support of its firefighters.
After making a generous donation, Sillia Bryant with the Coca Cola Company poses with several members of the Cherokee County Fire Department.
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
19
P
eople often ask me what programs the Sheriff’s Office provides to our community’s senior citizens. One of the programs we offer is called “R-U-OK.” This is a free service offered to Cherokee County persons with disabilities and senior citizens who may be homebound residents.
How does this program work? An employee from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office will make a phone call to each subscriber, every day of the week, at the time chosen by the subscriber. When the subscriber answers, the employee will simply verify their well-being. If the subscriber does not answer their phone after a few attempts, a sheriff’s deputy will be dispatched to the residence to make sure they are “OK.” The subscriber should provide complete background information on the individual, which should include their address, doctor’s name, medical history and next of kin. This information will help the Sheriff’s
Office and first responders in case of an emergency. A daily call from the Sheriff’s Office is reassuring for all our subscribers. This also eases the concern for family and friends who may find it difficult to maintain consistent and reliable contact. Recently, I spoke to a very nice lady who was one of our subscribers. She told me how much she appreciates her “daily call” because she lives alone with her dog. It is a source of comfort to her knowing she has a friend in the Sheriff’s Office.
R-U-OK? By Sheriff Frank Reynolds
Here are some questions to consider:
o Do you have a physical limitation that requires a wheelchair, walker or artificial limb?
o Do you suffer from conditions that can cause blackouts or disorientation (e.g. diabetes, epilepsy/seizures or dementia)?
If you or your loved one would like to become a member of the R-U-OK program, please contact our office: Cherokee Sheriff’s Office ATTENTION - RUOK/GCIC 498 Chatting Drive Canton, Georgia 30115 RUOK? Administration 678-493-4233 RUOK? System Information 678-493-4147 or 678-493-4206 Emergency – 911
o Do you have sensory impairment (e.g. speech, sight or hearing)? If you answered yes to any of the previous questions, you may be a candidate for the R-U-OK program.
20
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Frank Reynolds is the sheriff for Cherokee County. 678-493-4100. CherokeeGa-Sheriff.org
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Shape Up & Slim Down By Drs. Petrosky, Harkins and Leake Summer is over, and we are getting back into our routine. Does that bulge you noticed over the summer bother you? Are you tired of exercising and eating healthy with no results? It’s time to shape up and slim down. CoolSculpting® is a unique body contouring procedure that utilizes patented Cryolipolysis™ to freeze and destroy fat cells in designated areas of the body, specifically the abdomen, back, waist and flanks. Since fat freezes at a higher temperature than surrounding tissues, no surrounding tissue or skin is damaged during the procedure, so you can return immediately to your daily activities. Its’s safe and FDA approved. CoolSculpting® requires no downtime, and people often check their email or talk on the phone during treatment. To begin with, the area to be treated is covered with a gel pad for comfort. The CoolSculpting® hand piece gently draws the skin and underlying fat between the two cooling panels. You’ll feel a pulling sensation, and the area will become cold, as if you were applying an ice pack. These feelings will dissipate as the area becomes numb. CoolSculpting® is not intended as a weight-loss method, but
More through the door!
as a means of reducing small areas of fat in the midsection, back, arms or legs. If liposuction isn’t feasible or desirable for you, CoolSculpting® is an excellent choice. Luckily, CoolSculpting® is a comfortable and quick treatment, and people can return to daily activities immediately after the procedure. In contrast to surgical procedures such as liposuction, no downtime is required after treatment. Some people will experience redness, tingling, or mild bruising following the procedure. These side effects are typically very shortlived. The body will naturally process the fat cells targeted during the procedure, and you’ll notice a more contoured body over the weeks following your treatment. Most people see improvement within two to four months following treatment, although results vary between patients. As with any procedure you’re considering, make sure your surgeon is board-certified.
Drs. Petrosky, Harkins and Leake are board-certified plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center of the South. 770-421-1242. PlasticSurgeryCenterOf TheSouth.net
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
21
Community Determined Mom Celebrates Completion of
Healthy Home for Her Children Habitat for Humanity-North Central Georgia (NCG) recently dedicated a new house in Cherokee County. Angela Scheitlin and her two children, William (9) and Zoey (8), now call this house a home. Angela purchased the home from Habitat-NCG with an interest-free mortgage, so they will never have to move again because of rising rents. The celebration had several highlights, including a special Bible reading by Angela’s grandfather, whose church, a part of the Lutheran Coalition for Habitat for Humanity, contributed towards the cost of building the home. The Habitat Campus Chapter at Blessed Trinity Catholic School also presented the family with a handmade bookcase full of books for the children to read. The joyful event marks the beginning of a more stable future for the Scheitlin family, who has faced many challenges. For the Scheitlins, this new house represents more than just stability for
the family. This house is a safe, healthy home for the two children, as both of them have serious medical needs. William suffers from severe food and environmental allergies and David Young (Habitat-NCG), Zoey Scheitlin, celiac disease, Angela Scheitlin (family), William Scheitlin. which is an autoimmune Now, William and Zoey know that they will disorder that forces his body to reject be able to attend the same school and gluten. Zoey has had chronic pneumonia grow up with their grandparents close by. since birth as well as asthma and bronchial inflammation. She has been Despite her many challenges, Angela’s undergoing extensive medical treatment positivity has always shown through. Her for an undiagnosed, underlying condition motto is, “With God’s help, I got this!” From that causes her to have high fevers, the moment Angela was approved as a swollen glands, and aches and pains. So, Habitat homeowner, she started earning the for the Scheitlins, a healthy home could required “sweat equity” hours by working on be a matter of life and death for the construction of other families’ homes. the children. Habitat-NCG staff and regular volunteers noted that Angela and her family were some “Building an ‘allergy-free’ home for this of the hardest working, most dedicated family was such a pleasure, and it makes people on the job site each day. Young said it even more fulfilling when the family is as that Angela, her parents, and brother were deserving as the Scheitlins,” said Habitatalways ready to pitch in. NCG Construction Manager David Young. Habitat-NCG made several modifications to this home to accommodate the children’s special needs, including installation of an air purification system and kitchen cabinets that reach the ceiling to reduce dust and airborne allergens. Also, the house has no carpet. With ongoing medical appointments and the specialized care needed for her children, Angela is only able to work parttime at the Home Depot, which has made safe, affordable housing out of reach.
“I am glad that I was required to build on others’ homes because I learned a lot by watching others go through this experience before me and the love and care that goes into each home and their diverse needs,” said Angela. “I also like that I was required to be at my house every Saturday. It was amazing to learn how to build and fix my house as it grew. I am confident that I can do any repairs that may come my way and know the resources around me to support me.”
Don Snyder (Lutheran Coalition) and Angela Scheitlin. 22
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
When should I do furnace maintenance? When is it best to fix a problem? BEFORE it happens! Right?! The same is true for your HVAC system. If you are concerned about being without heat during the cold months of the winter, schedule a preventative maintenance appointment now, before the season begins, to prepare your furnace for the colder temperatures. A maintenance inspection will help you to address any minor repairs that could potentially lead to system failure during a time when you need your system the most. What is included in furnace maintenance? Typically, skilled technicians perform several inspections to evaluate how your system is performing. These often include (but are not limited to) changing the filter, testing thermostat operation, checking automatic controls, inspecting the wiring for any potential loose connections, checking the primary and
More through the door!
By Jessica Helms
secondary voltage of the system, cleaning the burners, testing all operating limits and safeties, lubricating parts as needed, checking carbon monoxide levels, inspecting the hot surface igniter, cleaning the flame sensor, checking the operation of the induced draft motor, inspecting the heat exchanger, checking the gas valve operation, inspecting flue condition and cleaning the blower motor. Is it worth the investment? At the end of the day, you must decide what makes the most sense financially for your family. However, with any major investment
you make, you should go the extra mile to take good care of it, so that you get the full value of your investment. The average cost of a new HVAC system can be anywhere between $4,000-$9,000. This is a considerable investment for any family, and maintenance is an essential component to ensure you get the best performance out of your system.
Jessica Helms is an executive assistant/ communications director for R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 770-9171795. RAndDMechanical.net
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
23
T
he men arrive one by one at No Longer Bound’s (NLB) campus on the outskirts of metro Atlanta, heads bowed, bodies worn and hearts broken. Drugs or alcohol addiction having ravaged their family relationships, careers, personal finances — you name it. Addiction strikes at the heart of what we hold most dear: our health and our families. And addiction doesn’t discriminate; it affects people from all walks of life. For many, addiction has a stealthy start, beginning with alcohol, marijuana or prescription painkillers. These gateway drugs can mushroom out of control and linger for years before help is sought. Sometimes, help is never sought. Many
used prescription painkillers in the past year, which is more than the number of people who used tobacco.
•
In the dark world of addiction, NLB shines as a beacon of hope. Throughout its 26-year history, over 1,200 men have earned a second chance at life through NLB, which is a faith-based, residential regeneration center for men with drug and alcohol addiction. Located in Cumming, GA, the twelve-month program is intensive and effective: approximately 70% will graduate.
•
Considered by many to be one of the leading faith-based regeneration centers for addiction recovery in the country,
• •
NLB Furniture – Custom-designed, reclaimed furniture made by residents; the retail store is located in Cumming (NLBFurniture.com) NLB Thrift – Upscale thrift stores in Cumming and Woodstock, featuring a large selection of furniture, home accessories and clothing. Household item donations are gratefully accepted (NLBThrift.com) NLB Studios – Full service printing, graphics and web design studio Cars4Recovery – Accepts donations of vehicles of all types (cars, trucks, RVs, golf carts and boats)
NLB holds two fundraising events each year, a golf tournament in the spring and
Community Partners
are surprised to learn that drug overdose kills more people than automobile accidents or guns. Overdose deaths are reaching pandemic levels. This past June, The New York Times published, “Drug Deaths in America are Rising Faster Than Ever,” with the following sobering statistics: •
•
•
24
In 2016, drug overdose deaths in the U.S. saw an estimated 19% increase over 2015 — the largest annual increase ever recorded in the U.S. Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death among Americans under fifty. Over two million Americans are estimated to be dependent on opioids, and an additional 95 million Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
NLB is home to 42 adult-male residents. Additionally, NLB offers an optional ten-month internship program, where graduates stay on to mentor and serve those in regeneration. NLB also offers Family Recovery classes and support for those transitioning back into society. In order to generate funds, NLB operates the following four industries to help keep intake fees low and provide work opportunities for residents:
a banquet in the fall. The NLB banquet will be held September 14 at the Forsyth Conference Center in Cumming. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, email Banquet@NoLongerBound.com. To learn more about NLB’s life-saving regeneration ministry or industries, please visit NoLongerBound.com, or call 678-679-1179.
September is National Recovery Month Every September, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsors Recovery Month to increase the awareness and understanding of mental and substance use disorders and to celebrate those who recover. To learn more, visit RecoveryMonth.gov.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
(Makes 16 oz. or 1 pint)
Ingredients ¼ cup basil leaves, loosely packed 4 oz. sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped 3 garlic cloves ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted 8 oz. olive oil Salt and pepper to taste
the basil, tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan and pine - Combine nuts in a food processor, and pulse until the ingredients are
Procedure
-
evenly chopped. With the food processor running, add the olive oil, and purée to an even-textured paste. Add salt and pepper to taste.
-
and stir in the pesto. Garnish with more basil leaves and freshly grated Parmesan.
1 lb., of your favorite pasta according to package - Boil instructions. some of the pasta water, drain and rinse slightly. - Reserving your favorite vegetables in olive oil, add the pasta, - Sauté a ½ cup of the pasta water (more if the sauce is too thick),
*To serve with pasta
Hillary Gallagher, CCC is the Culinary Arts Program Director and Lead Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College in East Cobb. Hillary. Gallagher@ChattahoocheeTech.edu. 770-509-6350. ChattahoocheeTech.edu
26
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
D E T N A NTED
D E T N A W WA LIFESTYLE
Many seniors are living on low to moderate incomes, yet living expenses continue to go up every year. The Senior Center receives calls weekly from older adults needing assistance with bills, mostly rental help. Several in the last few months were being evicted.
How is this possible? It’s possible because many older adults continue to try and live off Social Security alone. On average, the Senior Center helps people with an income of about $1200 a month. It wouldn’t be so bad if they didn’t still have a mortgage or rent to pay each month. There are some great people who are just trying to survive each month. It’s hard to fault their lack of planning.
More through the door!
Affordable Housing for Seniors By Tim Morris
Many never seek advice on what to expect for the future. The main crisis we face in Cherokee is affordable housing for seniors with low income. Most affordable options have a one-to-two year waiting list. Other area apartments have priced many seniors out of the market. Low-income seniors cannot afford a 10-15% increase in their monthly rent.
with a fixed income. The seniors who reside in this complex love living there, and the ownership is very good to them. However, these seniors must now find another affordable place to live. This problem will become larger for each year that passes, and it’s not just a problem for Cherokee County; it’s an Atlanta Regional problem. Affordable Housing is the main discussion during monthly Atlanta Reginal Commission meetings. If you or anyone you know can help with this growing problem, please call Cherokee Senior Services at 770345-2675. L
D E T N A W
One of the apartment complexes in Cherokee recently gave notice to residents that they had two or three months to find another place to live. While the owners of the complex certainly have their reasons, unfortunately, 95% of those apartments are occupied by seniors
Tim Morris is the director of Cherokee County Senior Services. 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-479-7438. CherokeeGa.com/Senior-Services
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
27
Offering Music and Art Instruction for All Ages By Cyndi Braun
I COVER STORY
nterested in learning how to play the ukulele, draw comics, or jam with some friends? If so, Canton Arts Academy has a class for you. One of only a handful of music and art studios in the country, this premier academy believes in keeping lessons fun and encouraging while building confidence for emerging musicians and artists.
Established in 2010 in the Kroger Shopping Center in Hickory Flat, the studio offers classes taught by highly qualified, professional musicians and artists, including owners Jonathan and Lara Cazenave. In fact, Jonathan is a lifelong musician who teaches drums and guitar, while Lara is an accomplished artist who teaches painting. “One of our overriding beliefs has always been that everybody can benefit from music and art lessons,” said Jonathan. “Art and music can make such a big difference in your life. It can enrich your life, even if you’re not a virtuoso. I love seeing students come in and accomplish things and build their confidence to the point where they’re able to jam with their friends. Our adult students range from beginners to those who already play and want to take their music skills to the next level.”
Students may take private lessons in guitar, piano, voice, viola, violin, drums, bass guitar and ukulele. Group lessons include special classes for babies and preschoolers ages 1-5, as well as beginner guitar and beginner piano. The studio also offers master classes for all ages, Friday jam sessions, a rock band program for older students, and special master classes for adults only. Music lessons focus on individualized instruction where teachers encourage students to learn, grow in confidence and have fun. “When new students come in, I ask them right away what kind of music they like. We focus on songs they enjoy, and at the same time, I teach them how to play and read music,” said Jonathan. “Parents are always excited to see the progress their kids make and how much fun the kids are having at our academy.” Instructors motivate students by using a reward system where they earn wristbands, certificates and trophies. Unique to this studio, the system encourages students along their musical journey.
28
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Unlike more formal art classes, students at Canton Arts Academy work on open-ended projects where they can be free to be creative. Art classes focus on teaching foundational skills while still giving students the flexibility to choose the direction of their project. Art classes offer a lot of freedom and flexibility for the students to guide their projects. Instructors give students the artistic tools and skills to bring their ideas to life. Canton Arts Academy believes everyone is an artist and wants to help students in their own individual style. Through providing individual attention, instructors help everyone feel successful. Class sizes are small, with an average of 8-10 students per class. “The small class sizes enable teachers to customize as they’re teaching, and everybody can go at their own pace,” said Lara. “We also focus on positive feedback. We hear from parents and kids all the time about how much they love their art class.” Classes include drawing, painting, comics and manga, Photoshop and canvas painting parties. In addition, the academy offers homeschool art classes.
For More Information If you’re ready to learn a new instrument or hone in on your art skills, Canton Arts Academy has a class for you. Call or check the website for more details.
Why Choose Canton Arts Academy? •
•
•
Open six days a week, with art and music in one studio, families have the convenience of a variety of class choices. Enrollment is monthto-month with no annual contract. Friendly office staff are on-site during class times. The studio features six private lesson rooms and a large room for group classes. Lesson rooms have windows, so parents can check on their children. Parents are always welcome to sit in on lessons. All instructors are background-checked. Lessons are tailored to the student’s musical interests. During lessons, parents may wait in the lounge or visit
More through the door!
•
• •
•
nearby retail establishments including a nail salon, hair salon, restaurants and grocery store. Students can pose with their instrument or a favorite piece of art during free picture days, when a professional photographer takes portraits. Twice a year, students participate in an optional recital and/or art show. For the convenience of music students, the academy also sells everything from guitars and drum sets to strings, sticks, picks and reeds. The academy welcomes students of all skill levels and all ages, from 1-101!
6768 Hickory Flat Highway, Ste. 112 Canton, GA 30115 770-345-7529 Info@cantonartsacademy.com CantonArtsAcademy.com Facebook.com/cantonartsacademy 10:00am-8:00pm Monday-Thursday 10:00am-7:00pm Friday 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday Lessons six days a week
Mention this article, and receive
FREE Registration. New Students Only
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
29
Is My Tree
Dangerous? By Mark Russell
Defining the overall risk profile of a tree requires measuring the following four variables:
1. Time - Time is the number one variable linked to risk. Will the tree fall in the next two minutes? Probably not. Will the tree fall in the next 200 years? Almost guaranteed. To accurately define the risk of a tree, you must first define the time period of the assessment. Typically, tree risk assessors will work between one and five years. Trees are living organisms, and their strengths can change relatively quickly. This is why it’s recommended that your trees be assessed once a year. Keeping an eye on your everchanging, urban canopy will lower your risk of a failure-plus-impact event happening.
2. Target - What is the target? Is it a house? A person? A garage? A fence? The important part about defining targets is that you don’t blend targets together in the assessment of the risk. For example, if you look at a tree and worry that it might hit a house, then you’re defining the risk for the house and 30
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
not for the people inside the house. Our minds might try to blend these together, but to remain pure to the data, we must separate them to ascertain the true risk profile for each target identified. As a side note, the risk profile of a house is greater because a house’s exposure is constant. Houses can’t pick up and move during a storm. People can see storms coming and take the necessary precautions, which lowers their risk profile.
3. Causality, Defect Plus Load/ Force - First, an arborist will look for weak spots within a tree such as codominant trunk structures, heavy lean, trunk decay, soil erosion, wind exposure, etc. Secondly, the arborist will combine this weak link in the system with the type of force applied to the tree. Examples of this force could be the average regional weather conditions, which is the most popular, but it could also include extreme weather such as tornadoes or hurricanes. It’s important to note whether these extreme conditions are included within the assessment because they can dramatically change the risk profile.
4. Consequence - Finally, establishing a tree’s risk requires both an assessor and tree risk manager. The assessor presents the data to the manager, who manages the risk by deciding the consequence of a failure-plusimpact event occurring. Consequences are different for everyone. Some people would consider dealing with an insurance claim and rebuilding a roof/room a severe consequence, whereas someone who might have been planning to build an addition onto his/ her house might actually welcome the influx of money from the insurance claim because they were going to do the work anyway. Want more info on tree risk? Visit 770Arborist.com/tree-services/treerisk-assessment/ to view an informative video.
Mark Russell is an I.S.A. Certified Arborist and the owner of 770-Arborist Tree Health Care in Canton. 770-272-6747. 770Arborist.com
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
The Relationship Between Diabetes and Oral Health By Scott V. Merritt, D.M.D. Diabetes and oral health have very significant connections related to diagnosis, symptoms and treatment. Over 29 million Americans have diabetes, with nearly two million new cases diagnosed each year. However, 8.1 million people living with diabetes don’t know they have it. Diabetes is the body’s inability to properly process sugar, which is needed for energy. In both Type I and Type II diabetes cases, the result is high blood sugar, which can cause problems with a person’s eyes, nerves, kidneys and mouth.
How does diabetes affect the mouth? If left untreated, diabetes can cause several problems related to oral health, each of which can vary in seriousness: • • • • •
Dry mouth or the inability to produce sufficient saliva Inflamed gums that appear purple or may bleed Delayed healing of burns and cuts Susceptibility to infections inside the mouth or on the lips Problems with taste
It’s these conditions that are often responsible for gum disease (a.k.a. periodontal disease). In fact, nearly 22% of those diagnosed with diabetes also have periodontal disease. If left untreated, gum disease will result in tooth weakness, decay and loss.
What can you do if you are concerned about diabetes and oral health? If you have already been diagnosed with diabetes, continue to implement a solid plan for maintaining normal sugar levels. In addition, remain dedicated to fostering strong communication between all of your health care providers (e.g. your dentist should know about all medications prescribed by your endocrinologist). If you feel you may have diabetes, or are concerned about changes to your health, be sure to fully explain your symptoms to each of your health providers. Sometimes, the smallest detail can result in an accurate diagnosis and a successful treatment plan. If your concerns turn out to be nothing, that’s okay. Your health care professionals are there to provide not only good treatment recommendations, but also peace of mind that will help you enjoy life to the fullest.
More through the door!
Dr. Merritt has been helping families in and around Canton since opening BridgeMill Dentistry on Sixes Road in 2002. 770-704-1812. BridgeMillDentistry.com
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
31
steal a few hours for ourselves, a night away or even just a less chaotic run to the market, a few advance preparations may help put our minds at ease. « Consider setting up the pack-n-play or nap area and a changing area on the main level to help alleviate the extra trips up and down the stairs for diaper changes, clean bibs, forgotten binkies and blankies.
Grandparents to the Rescue! By Mary Kay Buquoi, Ed.S. Our energy-filled children can exhaust even the most active of grandparents — and us for that matter! If we are lucky enough to be able to count on beloved grandma, great-auntie or another older family member to provide care for our little ones while we
32
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
« If your child requires a specific diet, bottles or is just plain picky, prepare all meals/bottles in advance and place in a bin in your fridge. Clearly communicate what snacks are and are not okay for your child to have — a little spoiling now and then is acceptable, but some treats may be choking hazards or not age-appropriate, e.g. cookies may be fine, while chewing gum, hard candy and lollipops are not. « Pre-arrange your child’s sleeping area to include only the items that your child is allowed to nap/sleep with, and communicate that to your caregiver.
Remind grandma that the baby does not get an extra blanket and must always be placed on her back to sleep, and your toddler may not bring additional toys or wear barrettes to bed. « Be sure that all dangerous items such as cleaning supplies and medicines are out of reach, including anything that your caregiver may have brought in his or her suitcase or handbag. « Post (and point out) a clear list of emergency contact numbers, including your pediatrician’s office, Poison Control, a neighbor (if available) and your cell phone number: in emergencies, even memorized numbers may be forgotten. Encourage grandma to give you a call Mary Kay Buquoi is with any questions owner of The Goddard or to make the School, 140 Foster appropriate call Road, Woodstock. if she feels help is 770-720-1311. GoddardSchools.com needed.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Photos courtesy of PhotoJack.net
Woodstock Summer Concert Series Gump Fiction
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
33
It’s Easy to Ignore Signs of
Gynecological (GYN) Cancers By Dr. Guilherme Cantuaria
Women do it all: raise children, work, care for elderly parents and family members, run a household — and so much more. But while they’re so busy taking care of everyone else, they’re not always taking care of themselves. That’s why it’s important to listen and be aware of your body, especially when it is telling you something is a little off.
Women need to have annual well-woman visits, including regular pelvic exams, in an effort to detect disease at its earliest stage.
Figure out what is normal for you. What is normal for one woman is not always the same as what’s normal for another. Then, listen.
The only cancer the Pap test screens for is cervical cancer, the fourth most common type of cancer in women. It does not screen for ovarian, uterine, vaginal or vulvar cancers. So, even if you have a Pap test, see your doctor annually. If you have symptoms that last for two weeks or longer and are not normal to you, make an appointment, and discuss your concerns. It may be nothing to worry about, but find out for sure.
Your body may be saying, • “I have pain and pressure in my abdomen.” • “I feel persistent bloating for no good reason.” • “I’m spotting, but I’m postmenopausal.” • “I have to go to the bathroom more often and more urgently than usual.” • “I get full too fast.” These symptoms could simply be a mild inconvenience. But if these symptoms are not going away, they may be signs of a gynecological cancer, like cervical, ovarian or endometrial (uterine). Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in a woman’s reproductive organ.
34
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
A Pap test can detect cervical cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Pap tests can also detect precancerous cells that can be removed to prevent cervical cancer altogether.
All women are at risk for gynecologic cancers, and risk increases with age. In addition, certain types of cancer such as ovarian and endometrial may have a genetic link. When gynecologic cancers are found early, treatment is most effective.
Guilherme Cantuaria, M.D., PhD., FACOG, is a principal investigator of Georgia NCI Community Oncology Research Program at Northside Hospital Cancer Institute and is an expert in gynecologic (GYN) cancers. 404-531-4444. Northside.com.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
By Mary Akers
How do you know what medium of art is right for you? This question is impossible to answer without trying different types of art mediums to discover where your talents lie. Here are some examples of how some artists, myself included, have discovered their preferred medium.
Fred Ellis was a retired highway patrolman who was looking for something to do. His wife enrolled him in a pottery class thinking (hoping?) she might have to take the class in his place. Fred ended up taking the class, and he excitedly came home with all the equipment he needed to start turning pots. He has been making pottery ever since. Fred is now the owner of Something Southern Pottery and the president of the Georgia Clay Council. You may view a sample of Fred’s art at the Cherokee Arts Center in October. The Cherokee Arts Center often offers pottery classes. If you are interested in seeing clay works or taking clay classes in the north Fulton area, check out the Roswell Clay Collective at RoswellClayCollective.com. 36
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Allen Quandee is another engineer who bought a lathe to turn spindles for the deck he was building, and before he knew it, he Larry McClish was an engineer who needed a hobby. After exploring several
became fascinated with the art he could make out
other options, he finally decided to take a woodturning class. After a few tries
of wood. Allen is in many art shows around the
at the lathe, he fell in love with woodturning. He explained that the wood tells
area. He is also the vice president of the Etowah
him what it wants to become, and that’s how he arrives at his finished piece.
River Woodturners. If you’re interested in learning
Larry was so excited about his new-found craft that he wanted to share it with
more about woodturning, the Etowah River
others, so he became one of the founders of the Etowah River Woodturners.
Woodturners meet monthly at the Cherokee Arts
The Etowah River Woodturners work can be seen at the Cherokee Arts
Center. If you live in the north Fulton area, you
Center this month. Another local woodturner, Bill Tyndale, will have his
can try out many types of woodworking classes at
work on display at this month’s Roswell Arts Festival.
Woodcraft of Atlanta in Alpharetta.
Jane Wimmer needed an art class in high school, and oddly enough, she decided to take a class using a floor loom twice her size. When she discovered all the wonderful things she could weave, she began her long career in weaving textiles. Her dream was to one day run a weaving studio. Today, Jane runs a weaving studio at the Cherokee Arts Center.
As for myself, I was a performing arts major in college, and I decided to try my hand at set design. My visual arts career was born with painting, drawing, and teaching the love of art and its possibilities. If you are looking to discover the artist in you, feel free to check out the following locations and the many classes and workshops they offer: The Cherokee Arts Center 94 North Street Canton 770-704-6244 CherokeeArts.org
More through the door!
Elm Street Cultural Arts Village 8534 Main Street Woodstock 678-494-4251 ElmStreetArts.org
Out of the Box Art Studio 6225 Atlanta Highway Alpharetta 678-867-7713 OutOf TheBoxArtStudio.com
Roswell Visual Arts Center 10495 Woodstock Road Roswell 770-594-6122
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
37
“
OV ” Over, Lightning! By Michael Buckner
In the southeastern U.S., we incur more surges into our home than any other region of the country. This year has had far more than its fair share of storms, and therefore — surges. While most people think that lightning surges come into the home through the power lines, more often, they come in through the phone, cable TV (or satellite), or the internet. These are called low voltage lines. The good thing is, at least 75% of the time, you can prevent the major damage caused by surges. On one hand, a direct hit of lighting to your home is always going to destroy stuff, but rarely does lightning actually hit your home. Usually, it hits something nearby, which
38
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
sends the spike through the lines running into your home. These can be prevented with a metal oxide varistor (MOV). When placed in-line on your incoming low voltage lines, MOV’s are selfsacrificing devices that take the punch for your home. Think of them like the secret service member who is required to take a bullet for the president. It’s important to put a MOV on every incoming line, or else the lightning will zap whatever is vulnerable. The good news is that the MOVbased surge protectors are relatively inexpensive. Unlike the high-voltage, whole-home surge protectors that can cost several hundred dollars, the
average low-voltage surge protector is around $99. And while there are several companies that make variations of these protectors, there are some that are better than others because they also focus on getting an incoming surge safely to a grounded spot. Thus, the heat, and entire electrifying event, is minimized. So, if you haven’t ever focused on low-voltage surge protection in your home, there’s no time like the present. You don’t want to be caught off guard during the next storm.
Michael Buckner is owner of Audio Intersection, a provider of audio and video in Georgia. 770-479-1000. AudioIntersection.com
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Book Review BY FARRIS YAWN
Lily and Grace, Ayla by the Sea and Leah’s Magic Apple Tree While the stories are reason enough to buy any one of these books, another thing that makes these whimsical tales so wonderful is that they are vividly brought to life by author Debbie Byrd’s beautiful watercolor illustrations. An accomplished artist in addition to being a children’s book author, Ms. Byrd has illustrated over eight books for other authors. Two of Byrd’s books were inspired by and feature her own grandchildren. Lily and Grace is the story of Lily the sea turtle and her friend, Grace the jellyfish, as they discover a threat to their ocean home. They recruit their surfer friend, Connor, and they race to get a leaking oil drum cleaned up and hauled away. Ayla by the Sea stars a little girl named Ayla who lives at the beach. She sets out one day to build a sandcastle and is joined by her neighbor, Ayden. When she learns that he has lost a gift from his grandfather, she enlists the help of her friends, Percy the seagull, Oliver the pelican and Corky the dolphin, to help with the search. Leah’s Magic Apple Tree follows Leah as she tries to help her friend Max save his family’s farm. She learns a valuable lesson about the difference that believing in something can make, as she follows the advice of her friend, Pippin the cricket, and manages to raise the money Max’s dad needs for a new tractor. Each of these books would be a welcome addition to any child’s library. Farris Yawn is the owner of Yawn’s Publishing, 2555 Marietta Highway, #103, Canton. 678-880-1922. YawnsPublishing.com
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
39
Brine Procedure
(serves 4)
Pork Shank Ingredients 2 fresh, skin-on pork shanks, (1.5-2# each) 4 quarts chicken stock 2 stalks celery, cut into large chunks 3 medium carrots, cut into large chunks 2 Vidalia onions, cut into large chunks 3 fresh bay leaves 1 bundle fresh thyme 10 black pepper corns 2 whole-star anise 10 garlic cloves
Brine Ingredients 1 cup kosher salt ½ cup sugar 1 teaspoon pepper corns 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon coriander 1 teaspoon fennel 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon whole-star anise 4 springs thyme 6 garlic cloves 5 bay leaves ½ gallon water ½ gallon ice
40
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
- Except for the ice, bring all brine ingredients to a boil, and pour into a food-safe container (large enough to also hold the shanks and the ice, which will be added later). - Add the ½ gallon of ice to the container, and mix to cool the brine. - Add the shanks to the cold brine, cover with a plate to keep them submerged, and refrigerate for 48 hours. - After 48 hours, remove the shanks from brine.
Pork Shank Procedure - Place marinated shanks in a 225-degree smoker for 2-2.5 hours, or until the shanks take on a dark, golden hue. Queenie’s uses pecan wood, but hickory, apple, etc. will also work. - Once shanks are lightly smoked, place them in a large, oven-safe pot, and cover with chicken stock. - Add celery, carrots and onions. - Then, add bay leaves, thyme, pepper corns, anise and garlic. - Bring the mixture to a simmer on the stove, and then cover. - Place in 350-degree oven for 2.5-3.5 hours until shanks are tender. Test by gently pushing a table knife into shanks with little to no resistance. - Once shanks are done, remove from oven, allow to cool to room temperature, and store the whole pot in the refrigerator overnight. This allows the shanks to “rest” and reabsorb moisture and flavor before serving. - The following day, warm the pot on the stove until the congealed liquid melts and shanks are free to remove from the liquid, and set the shanks aside. - Strain cooking liquid through a fine sieve, return to stove, and reduce by ½- ¾ until liquid begins to thicken and become sticky. Be careful not to over-reduce the liquid, as it can become overly salty. - Lightly score the skin of the warmed shanks before placing them on an oven-safe baking sheet, and put them on the middle rack of a 500-550-degree oven until skin darkens and begins to bubble. - Remove the shanks from the oven, allow to rest, and serve with reduced cooking jus. * This photo was taken with a seasonal, summer ratatouille, but the pork shanks would pair equally well with grits, rice, or your favorite mashed potato recipe.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Revive Your Garden with Fall By Joshua Fuder Fall is a welcome reprieve from the stifling temperatures and humidity of summer in Georgia. Once many gardeners come out of their summer hibernation, they quickly realize that the beautiful blooms of spring have faded, and their landscape needs a bit of a pick-me-up. Fall Chrysanthemums (mums) are an excellent way to bring some color back to your landscape. Mums are about as carefree as plants can be. Select your plants based on color, size and type of bloom. While many mums sold in stores are perennial in our area, they are best enjoyed as annual color. Smaller plants in six-inch pots work well
More through the door!
in window boxes, containers or mass plantings. The most popular size is the eight- or ten-inch pot. No matter the size, mums can be set out as-is and look beautiful. Before purchasing, make sure leaves have a good green color without signs of ragged, dead edges or yellowing. These can be a sign of a weak or diseased plant. It can be tempting to purchase the plants in full bloom, but purchasing ones that are still in bud stage will provide a longer color display. Once home, you can leave the mums in their pots, as these containers should have
large drainage holes. If you replant them in another container or in the ground, make sure there is adequate drainage. Mums do not like soggy soil. If you plan to plant them in the ground, it may be worth incorporating soil conditioner or compost to improve drainage. Mums are daylight-sensitive plants, so planting them near streetlights may inhibit blooming. Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. Contact the UGA Extension office for any gardening assistance, 770-721-7830 or CAES.UGA.Edu/ extension/cherokee
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
41
How much should you save?
PLAN FOR YOUR
NOW By Sheila Garrison
LIFESTYLE If you’re like most people, you’re overwhelmed by the idea of planning and saving for retirement, and you have plenty of questions. When should you start saving? How much do you save? How much will you need? How do you ensure you’ll reach your goals? A lot of thought and preparation needs to go into your retirement plan. To shed some light on the basics and help get you on the right path, here is some valuable information.
When should you start saving?
The general rule of thumb is to start saving as early as possible, and save as much as possible. Many financial planners suggest you save 10-15% of your income for retirement, beginning in your twenties.
Why start so early? The sooner you begin saving, the more time your money has to grow. The money you save in year one generates income, which then is compounded the next year and the next. This can add up to a substantial difference over the course of time. For instance, let’s look at a 25-year-old who sets aside $3,000 a year in a tax-deferred retirement account for ten years and then stops saving entirely. By the time he/she reaches 65, the $30,000 investment will have grown to more than $338,000. By comparison, if the same person put off saving until age 35, and then saved the same amount for 30 years, he/she will put away $90,000. But, this will only grow to $303,000 by age 65, assuming the same 7% annual return.
A 25-year-old who sets aside
$3,000 a year in a taxdeferred retirement account
A general rule of thumb is that you’ll need 70% of your current expenses at retirement age. But if you plan on taking elaborate trips or building a dream house, you might want to increase that up to 100%. If you want to live retirement on your terms, it’s important to be honest with yourself about your spending. If you’re in your forties and have barely begun to save, you’re not alone, but it’s time to get serious. Financial planners suggest that a 40-year-old who wants $1 million when she’s 67 must save $10,000 annually and earn 9% a year to reach that goal. It might not be impossible, but it could mean starting a budget and making some difficult choices.
Where should you save?
The first place to consider is your employer’s retirement or pension plan. Many employers offer a 401k and even have matching programs. If you’re lucky enough to have an employer that matches, be sure to contribute the maximum you’re allowed. Individuals who are self-employed, and even those with company retirement programs, will want to invest in a traditional or Roth IRA. If you don’t have one, you may be missing opportunities to maximize your savings by utilizing the tax advantages that come with IRAs. No matter what your age, retirement will come faster than you think. The sooner you start planning and saving, the more welcome the time will be. L
for ten years, and then stops saving entirely (a $30,000 total investment), will have approximately $338,000
Shelia Garrison is the Canton financial center manager at LGE Community Credit Union. 2018 Cumming Hwy, Canton. 770-424-0060. LGECCU.org
by the time they are 65. 42
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
By Julie Senger
O
n September 23-24, Cherokee County residents will be gearing up to attend the annual Riverfest arts and crafts festival! For the past 33 years, the Service League of Cherokee County has presented this juried show, which features original, creative works and products from artisans who come from all over the region. There will also be concessionaires, a myriad of local entertainers as well as a children’s area with various rides and fun activities! Riverfest is the Service League’s largest annual fundraising event, with all proceeds benefiting the needs of less fortunate children in Cherokee County. Admission to Riverfest is a suggested $5 donation for adults and children ages eleven and older. The event will take place rain or shine. Each year, Riverfest awards artisans in three different categories: Fine Arts, Crafts, and Gourmet Products. Check out last year’s winners!
Fine Arts Winner Greg Schulz grew up surrounded by art in central Florida. His artist mother encouraged his desire to explore various art mediums from an early age. He later graduated from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and pursued a career as a creative director in advertising.
1st Place
44
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Leaving the corporate life behind in 2013, Greg decided to delve into life as a potter. Mesmerized by the essential elements — earth, water, wind and fire — he fell in love with throwing and hand molding clay and has never turned back. In his studio on the Etowah River, he gets up early to begin creating original, functional pieces of art for your home. A Cherokee County resident since 1990, Greg lives with his wife, Susan, a border collie and six chickens. Their three children are now grown and have flown the coop. For more information about Schulz Pottery, visit Schulz-Pottery. myshopify.com/.
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Crafts Winner Angela Kook, owner of Rustic Roots, said, “We specialize in handmade, upcycled, home and garden decor. We take everyday items that have been used and abused and give them a new life.” Angela started Rustic Roots three years ago after her son was born. She began refinishing furniture and making decorative items for her own home/garden. Her friends and family kept telling her that she needed to start her own business, so she decided to give it a try. Angela employed the help of her parents to assist with the woodworking and construction of many items, and she learned how to make most of her products through trial and error.
1st Place
Gourmet Products Winner
The Appalachian Heritage Guild is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and Christina Rhoades of Country Rhoades Arts & Crafts was manning their booth at last year’s Riverfest. What modestly began as a hobby for Christina has grown into her way of life. She expanded from just a couple of arts and crafts festivals into participating in about 15-20 different events across north Georgia as well as several local farmers markets. Christina makes preserves, soaps, hand woven scarves, pottery, candles, metal works and photography. She has also developed a relationship with some fellow local food product producers, and she offers their items for sale along with her own. These items include raw honey from Canton’s Ross Berry Farms; specialty oils, vinegars and spices from Home Appetit in Cumming; and jams, jellies and pickles from Maxwell Farms in Dallas, GA.
1st Place
For more information about the items Christina offers, visit CountryRhoadesArt.com/.
So, come on out to the 33rd Annual Riverfest to see the hundreds of talented artisans, and find out who wins this year! Riverfest will be held in its new home at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. It is open from 10:00am-6:00pm on Saturday and from 10:00am-5:00pm on Sunday. For more information, please visit ServiceLeague.net.
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
45
The Value of a Second Opinion By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.
Second opinions can be a valuable tool. Getting a second opinion is a great way to gain knowledge about your situation, and it can help you make an informed decision regarding dental treatment. There are a variety of reasons to seek out a second opinion. If you’re new to a dental office, and have yet to establish a trusting relationship with the dentist, it’s a good idea to get a second opinion if dental treatment is being prescribed for you or your child. If a major diagnosis has been given (for example, oral cancer), it’s always a good idea to get a second opinion. If your dentist has performed the prescribed treatment, but the issue still exists, it’s a good idea to get a second opinion.
If getting a second opinion comes to mind after your dental appointment, you should follow up on the urge. You should not schedule dental treatment unless you have all the knowledge you seek and are comfortable with the with the plan. If you have doubts, call another dentist, and have them look at your situation. If the second opinion differs drastically from the first, consider getting a third opinion. Dentists follow specific guidelines according to their training regarding dental treatment, but other factors come into play when it comes to diagnosing treatment. These factors include the patient’s general health, health history and the dentist’s own experiences and encounters throughout his or her career. Another important reason to get a second opinion is when a specialist may come
into play. Depending on the diagnosis, perhaps a specialist would be able to take care of the dental issue. The bottom line is that it’s never a bad idea to get a second opinion. You may hear the same information twice, or you may hear a different approach, which can impact your comfort level with your decision to move forward. It’s important to be comfortable with and have confidence in your dental care provider in order to prepare for a smooth path to recovery!
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com
Family-owned-and-operated business since 1936, servicing all your insurance needs. Automobile Homeowners Renters General Liability Worker’s Compensation Professional Liability Flood Motorcycle and Recreational Vehicle
121 E. Main Street Canton, Ga. 30114 770-479-4336
www.jonesandcloud.com
46
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
in the
limelight
off your enclosed porch. You don’t want a fully enclosed porch? Outdoor Living installs screen rooms, too. Nearly invisible cable railings are a good option to improve the view from your deck. If your deck is too sunny, pergolas are great for providing style and shade. Once your new porch or deck is finished, you can complete the look and utility with furniture, rugs and lamps. Outdoor Living’s large selection of quality outdoor furniture is both comfortable and stylish. Many collections are on display in the showroom, and there are even more options that can be custom ordered. Indoor or outdoor rugs and lamps are also on display in the showroom and can also be custom ordered. Julie makes a point of selling only premium brands and materials that can withstand the fluctuating north Georgia seasons. She stands by all her products. Stop by the showroom at 447 Harmony School Road in Jasper to check out all the products in person.
ENJOY YOUR
Outdoor Spaces with
INDOOR COMFORT W hen outdoors enthusiast and equestrian Julie Heinsman bought her small Pickens County farm eleven years ago, one of her favorite qualities about her new home was a spacious screened deck. It was the perfect size for entertaining family and friends on cool autumn evenings. However, winter temperatures proved inhospitable, and when spring finally arrived, so did great blankets of pollen… all over her patio furniture. Frustrated, she searched for a convenient, affordable option for extending the enjoyment of her patio beyond summer mornings and autumn evenings. Lucky for her and other savvy north Georgia homeowners, she didn’t have to search long or far. As a former executive with Florida-based PGT® Industries, Julie knew the perfect solution: PGT Eze-Breeze® Sliding Panels. Made of heavy-duty, yet flexible, clear vinyl and sturdy aluminum frames, they fit virtually any outdoor space, turning a covered patio or screened porch into a
48
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
versatile leisure space that can be enjoyed year-round. Highly customizable — offering a variety of colors for the vinyl and frames, multiple ventilation styles and optional screens — the Eze-Breeze® experience provides a rarity in renovation projects — one that will increase your home’s value and your enjoyment of it, without increasing your stress level or putting a huge dent in your savings. And even better, there’s no construction needed to create your relaxation paradise.
With only a four- to six-week turnaround, you can be enjoying your new room just in time for the colder evening temperatures. For more information or to schedule your free consultation with Julie, call 706-3015698, or visit MyEnclosedPorch.com. PGT Eze-Breeze® Sliding Panels from Outdoor Living, Indoor Comfort — simple, affordable and built to last.
Julie founded Outdoor Living, Indoor Comfort to bring this innovative home improvement technology to the area. Her satisfied customers couldn’t be happier with their new improvements, the speedy one- or two-day installation, and the superior customer service they received. With a growing family of clients, Outdoor Living has steadily added new products to meet their needs. COREtec Plus vinyl, corkbacked flooring is a perfect way to finish
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
A Man of Prayer By Rev. Norman R. Hunt
significant and lasting about the impression that Jesus made upon them when He prayed.
When you read the New Testament, you cannot avoid noticing that Jesus was a man of prayer. It is very clear when you study the details of His life that during every crucial time, He prayed. If you have ever been around a person who prays, you will never forget that experience. I have known a few people in life who were indeed people of
More through the door!
prayer, and they made a lasting impression in my life. This was certainly true of the disciples who followed Jesus during the years of His ministry. They heard Jesus preach, and it certainly impressed them. They saw the miracles Jesus performed, and that certainly impressed them. They came to Jesus making one request, saying, “Lord, teach us to pray.” So, there was something
You will find that Jesus prayed at every major interval of His life. For instance, at His baptism, Jesus prayed. Before He selected His disciples, Jesus prayed. Before many of the miracles He performed, Jesus would pray. In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed like no one ever prayed on the earth. The Bible says, “He began to perspire, as it was great drops of blood.” Even on the cross, our Lord stopped dying long enough to pray. So, Jesus indeed was a man of prayer. If Jesus needed to pray, how much more do we need to pray?
Rev. Norman R. Hunt is the pastor of Hopewell Baptist Church. HopewellBaptist.com
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
49
Riverfest’s Tradition and Legacy By Rachel Blackman
R
iverfest Arts & Crafts Festival, organized and hosted by the Service League of Cherokee County, is Cherokee County’s longest-running fall festival. The Service League created Riverfest more than thirty years ago as a way to raise funds for the children in Cherokee County whose families were facing hardships. Riverfest hosts some of the southeast’s finest artists, crafters and entertainment, and it draws recordbreaking crowds year after year. For many families, attending Riverfest has become a tradition, and for many Service League members, being a part of the League and working Riverfest has become a legacy. Riverfest Chairwoman Hillary Hall and her sister Julia Aubin, a fellow League member, are daughters of honorary league member, Mary Wuestefeld. Even as a child, Hillary was very much a part of Riverfest, lending a helping hand where
50
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
necessary, even if it meant picking up trash during the festival. Kristin Gauthier, Riverfest Vice-Chairwoman and the daughter of honorary league member, Angela Norton, recalls thinking the league ladies looked so beautiful in their green shirts, the signature color of the Service League. Kristin could not wait to follow her mother’s example. It has been said the Service League ladies “beam in green.” Even as a child, Kristin could see the beauty of servicing others in need. Other current league members who are following in their mothers’ footsteps are Amanda Kenimer, daughter of honorary member, Sandra Garcia; Betsy Graham, daughter of honorary member, Cissy Cloud Ellington, and Katie Garrison, daughter of honorary member Charlotte Sparks and granddaughter of honorary member Mary Sparks. Whether attending Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival in tradition or in service, one thing is certain; the needy
children in Cherokee County will reap the benefits of those with giving and serving hearts. Riverfest is successful because of the generosity of its patrons and the service of the “green shirts” and their families belonging to the Service League of Cherokee County.
Rachel Blackman is a Cherokee County resident and a teacher at Avery Elementary School.
Upcoming Events FIRST FRIDAY
6-9pm 9/1 Dr. Suess Night
FARMERS MARKET Now through October Saturdays, 9am-1pm @ Cannon Park
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Canton’s First Friday
Be True to Your School Photos courtesy of PhotoJack.net & Steve Thomas
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
51
HAIR TALES:
LIFESTYLE Stylists sometimes say that they can tell a lot about a person by looking at their hair. Did you know scientists can actually tell you a biography’s worth of information about yourself simply by examining a strand of hair from your head? It’s true! By studying the isotopes that make up the proteins and amino acids in your hair, scientists can tell you the following:
Where You’re From
University of Utah Geologist Thure Cerlin has created a database of hair isotopes from cities around the United States, and other scientists are working to develop a hair database of the entire world. Scientists can actually tell where you have lived just by examining a strand of your hair. If this reminds you of CSI, it should. Detectives are already using the technology to identify unknown crime victims found far from home. Different parts of the length of the hair will show a whole timeline of a person’s movements around the country — the longer your hair, the more of your story it will tell. This could mean a huge breakthrough in missing persons’ investigations — and it all comes down to a single strand of hair.
Your Eating Habits
Most of us think eating habits show up in our waistlines and skin; but, did you know your eating habits also manifest in your hair? By studying the proteins and amino acids in your hair, scientists can determine what kinds of foods you are eating — if you prefer meat to fish, or stick to a vegetarian or vegan diet. This science has been especially useful in studying ancient peoples in an attempt to determine ancient diets.
Your Health
What Your Hair Says
ABOUT YOU
Your hair might be trying to tell you that you’re about to have a heart attack! Your hair shows the amount of the stress hormone cortisol that your body produces. By testing the levels of cortisol in your hair, scientists may be able to predict your risk for a heart attack. In fact, they’ve already shown that people who have had a heart attack within the past three months showed the highest levels of cortisol in their hair. In the hands of a scientist, what would your hair say about you? L
By Jyl Craven Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-345-9411. JylCraven.com
52
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
Excellent Cherokee County Schools No Matter Where You Live By Lisa-Marie Haygood
If you’re looking to buy a home in Cherokee County, you can rest assured that the school district you will live in is one of the best in the state. Cherokee County has schools that focus on fine arts and others that focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). There are schools that offer strong
More through the door!
foreign language studies, nursing, some that have a large catalog of Advanced Placement and college courses, and welding is even offered! It’s no accident that the schools here are all very strong. It has taken years of commitment from the School Board and administrators to put unequal resources in places where Cherokee has unequal need, focusing deliberately on Title One schools in areas of the County that have higher rates of free and reduced lunch, to ensure they get more resources and assistance to help level the playing field for all students. There is an educational debate about that very playing field happening right now in Fulton County.The district ran a pilot program, which paid teachers an extra $20,000.00 per year to teach on the south side of town.The idea was to take the best and brightest teachers from the areas where the state test scores were the highest, and move them to be with the children in lower-performing schools to help those students.
The program hasn’t played out as the district had hoped. Even the best and brightest teachers can’t teach through hunger, homelessness, abuse or neglect. A student’s performance depends on much more than a talented teacher in the classroom. The socioeconomics of families, a safe place to sleep and study, nutritious food, healthcare, and the ability for parents and community business partners to volunteer to offer enrichment in our schools plays a big part. Moving great teachers doesn’t address the real problems for those children. They are disadvantaged before they step foot inside the classroom. Cherokee County is working to do it correctly. It shows in standardized test scores. Folks can buy a home anywhere in Cherokee and know that the schools will be excellent, as long as parents continue to provide a strong network of support at home and inside the classroom.
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
53
Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings and Celebrations
Sherwin Williams
4805 Holly Springs Parkway Holly Springs 770-516-4158 Distributor/Manuf Paint Sundry & Plumbing Items
54
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
SellsStrong Real Estate Team 354 Woodmont Court Canton 770-377-5924 Real Estate
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
More through the door!
WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
55
Advertiser Index 770-Arborist 47 Atlanta Cardiac & Thoracic Surgical Associates 5 Atlanta Hand Specialist Inside Front Audio Intersection 38 BridgeMill Dentistry 19 Budget Blinds 16 Butts and Barley Smokehouse 33 Canton Arts Academy Cover, 28-29 Canton Moose Lodge Poker Run 31 The Carpenter’s Shop 5 Christian Preschool Cherokee Theatre Company 39 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta 25 Dance Imagination 23 Dentistry at Hickory Flat 41 Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. 53 DV Pediatrics 54 Fun Finds & Designs 56 The Goddard School 21 Goin’ Coastal 17 Georgia Cancer Specialists 3 Healing Hands Youth Ranch 55 Jones & Cloud Inc. Insurance 46 Jyl Craven Hair Design Inside Back Kona Ice 16 Landscape Matters 55 LGE Community Credit Union 35 Masterpiece Framer 55 Medical Associates of North Georgia 9 Next Step Ministries 32 Northside Cherokee Orthopedics 10 & Sports Medicine Northside Cherokee Surgical Associates 3 Northside Hospital-Cherokee 1 Outdoor Living, Indoor Comfort, LLC 48 & 49 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 11 and Dentistry at Canton Plastic Surgery Center of the South 27 Queenie’s 40 R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 13 Regal Cherokee 16 31 River Green Academy 33 Riverfest 43 Stout’s Growlers 53 Studio 5 Salon 23 Tee Off Fore VAC Golf Tournament 46 Towne Lake Primary Care 11 Twilight Run 7 WellStar Health Systems Back Cover 56
Canton Family Life | SEPTEMBER 2017
Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
POSTAL CUSTOMER
PRSRT STD ECRWSS US Postage
PAID
Stone Mountain, GA
Permit #1037