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July 2014

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............................. Publisher

............................. Calendar

....................... Business Life

....................... Scoop of Life

........................ Book Review

............. Community Partners

......................... Artist Profile

......... Main Street Woodstock

............................. Chamber

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Publisher’sPerspective

hen we at Family Life Publications started planning our first issue last July and I began writing my Publisher’s Perspective for that first August issue, I was a little hesitant about writing a monthly column. After all, as a photographer, I was more inclined to “let the picture tell a thousand words.” This whole writing a monthly column takes quite a few more button clicks and quite a bit of backspace, delete and repeat, too. My typing skills are improving with each column and hopefully will continue to do so, as most everything does with practice. This July issue, the last of the first volume, is our best yet. All three magazine titles have been printed, mailed and are now available online. We are thrilled with our progress and the outpouring of support and praise we’ve been blessed to receive from readers, advertisers and community leaders throughout our first year in business. Helping local charities and organizations, championing the arts, and letting families know where they can spend quality time together close to home has been our focus — and will remain so as we chart our path into the next volume. Personally, I would publicly like to thank the finest group of coworkers with whom I could have ever imagined working. Their individual talents serve as the foundation on which each issue is built — from the initial concept to marketing, design and print. I would never have thought I would enjoy working in an office as much as I do, and I attribute that to the fun and relaxed atmosphere we share. Our great team of professionals, those in the office and all of our contributors who provide content and support, prove themselves month after month with their ongoing dedication and efforts to make each issue better than the one before. The website has seen vast improvements and will continue to gain popularity each month as the content grows within its archives. As we close out our first volume, it still all seems so fresh and new. Thank you for enjoying, participating and sharing in the adventure of our first year at Family Life Publications. Next month we will begin Volume 2 of our magazines — and we’re looking forward to sharing a healthier, happier Family Life with you!

Jack Tuszynski, publisher

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Calendar JUly Through ‘At the Races: Dixie Speedway’ July Presented by the Cherokee County Historical Society, this exhibit chronicles Dixie Speedway’s 45-year history. The exhibit features a pictorial history of owners and operators over the years, especially longtime owners Mickey Swims and family, and drivers. Free admission. 10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., Wednesdays through Fridays; 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Saturdays, Historic Marble Courthouse, Suite 140, 100 North St., Canton. 770-345-3288, RockBarn.org

Through Woodstock Farmers Market October In addition to fresh, local produce, baked goods and other items, the market will include educational demonstrations by

Cherokee County Farm Bureau on the first Saturday and first Tuesday of the month, and cooking demonstrations by local chefs on the third Saturday of the month. Cherokee Masters Gardeners also will offer free tips July 5, August 2 and September 6. 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Market Street, Downtown Woodstock. 770-924-0406, MainStreetWoodstock.org/Programs/ FarmersMarket.aspx Through Weekday Woodstock October Farmers Market Come out every Tuesday through October 28 for a special weekday Woodstock Farmers Market. In addition to fresh, local produce, baked goods and other items, the market will include educational demonstrations by Cherokee County Farm Bureau on the first Tuesday

of the month. 4:30-8:00 p.m., The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock. 770-924-0406, MainStreetWoodstock.org/Programs/ FarmersMarket.aspx

FreedomFest The July 4th celebration will begin with the Woodstock Freedom Run at 7:30 a.m., followed by the parade at Highway 92 at 10:00 a.m. The parade will continue north on Main Street through Downtown Woodstock to Woodstock Elementary School on Rope Mill Road. After the parade, come out to The Park at City Center for food, live music, children’s activities, arts and crafts, and vendors of all types. The Park at City Center, Downtown Woodstock. WoodstockFreedomRun.com, WoodstockParksAndRec.com

The Jets in Concert The 2014 Woodstock Summer Concert Series continues with The Jets. Other activities will include a moonwalk provided by Colby Chiropractic, face painting, balloon animals and food vendors. Free water will be provided by Momentum Church. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free to the public. 7:30 p.m., The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. WhatsUpWoodtock.com

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Library Events SequoyahRegionalLibrary.com Hickory Flat 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565

Rose Creek 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, 770-591-1491

Woodstock 7735 Main St., Woodstock, 770-926-5859

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Library branches closed for holiday

Friday Night Live: AmericaFest Salute to the Troops Due to the 4th of July holiday, this month’s “Friday Night Live” has been moved to the second Friday. Come out to Downtown Woodstock and celebrate the spirit of America, along with live music, contests and fun. Plus, downtown merchants will stay open late and will offer special activities related to the theme of the

Family Story Times

July 8 & 15, 10:30 a.m., Hickory Flat July 8 & 15, 3:00 p.m., Rose Creek July 10 & 17, 3:00 p.m., Woodstock All story times begin promptly at scheduled time; please arrive early to avoid any disruption. Family story times are designed for families with children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult. These programs often feature stories, music, rhymes and a free craft activity.

Special Programs

Beading Basics July 8, 1:00 p.m., Woodstock Artist Lisa Dudash will demonstrate basic beading techniques for ages 14 and up. All materials will be provided. Call 770-926-5859 to register. Luna the Tooth Fairy July 16, 10:30 a.m., Rose Creek Luna the Tooth Fairy will bring her magic to the library! She’ll show off her tricks and teach the importance of eating right, taking care of yourself and having a sparkling smile! All ages. Arrive early to reserve your spot. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. A Talk by Special Agent Dustin Hamby, GBI July 16, 6:00 p.m., Hickory Flat GBI Special Agent Dustin Hamby will present an overview of the GBI and discuss local cases. Sharpie Tie-Dye July 17, 10:30 a.m., Hickory Flat continued on

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Children ages 9-12 will learn how to get the effect of tie-dying bandanas using Sharpies and alcohol. All materials will be provided. Children age 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Summer Reading Club Finale: Technorella — A Techie Robot Puppet Play July 22, 10:30 a.m., Hickory Flat July 22, 3:00 p.m., Rose Creek July 24, 3:00 p.m., Woodstock Once upon a future, on a home page online... So starts this puppet show, a techie take on the “Cinderella” story. All ages; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Birds of Prey July 23, 10:30 a.m., Woodstock Share in the wonder of raptors, as these beautiful birds of prey take over the library. Wildlife educator Beth Thomson will teach the importance of these magnificent birds. Arrive early to reserve your spot. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Ongoing Programs

Reading Dogs July 8 & 22, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hickory Flat July 10, 17 & 31, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Hickory Flat Kids and dogs go together like books and reading. Letting a child read to a dog builds confidence by providing a friendly, furry and non-judgmental listener. Sessions of 10-15 minutes for ages 6 and up are available, but space is limited. Register by calling the appropriate branch up to two weeks before the scheduled event. Knitting Instruction July 8, 15, 22 & 29, 1:00-2:00 p.m., Rose Creek Interested in learning how to knit? A retired teacher will share her knitting skills with others. Bring your yarn, knitting needles and be prepared to have fun! Free, but registration is required: 770-591-1491. Woodstock LEGO Club July 20, 3:00 p.m., Woodstock The Lego Club has a different theme each month. Children can work alone or in teams to make their special creation, which will be displayed in the library until next month’s meeting. All ages; children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

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Calendar month. Also, every $10 purchase made at a downtown business during Friday Night Live automatically will register you into a drawing for a $100 Downtown Dollars Gift Certificate. Just bring your receipt for any purchase made at a Downtown business during the event to the Woodstock Visitors Center to enter the contest. 6:009:00 p.m., Downtown Woodstock. WhatsUpWoodstock.com

Gardening Seminar: Pollinators & Pesticides Cherokee Master Gardeners will lead this seminar about attracting and protecting pollinators in your backyard. The seminar if free, but registration is required. 10:00 a.m., Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. 770-721-7803, UGE1057@UGA.edu, Facebook.com/ CherokeeMasterGardeners

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New Victoria Baptist Church VBS Calling all secret agents! Come out to Vacation Bible School and discover, decide and defend who Jesus really is! Classes will be offered for children entering K-6th grades. Nursery and preschool classes also will be offered for parent volunteers. Registration is available online. 6:30-8:30 p.m., New Victoria Baptist Church, 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. 770-9268448, NewVicBaptist.org

DCA Woodstock: Peace, Love and Drum Corps Woodstock Wolverine Band Boosters and Woodstock High School (WHS) Marching Wolverine Band have partnered with ALLIANCE Drum & Bugle Corps to host performances by North Carolina’s Carolina Gold Corps, the Atlanta CorpVets, and Cherokee County based Alliance Drum & Bugle Corps. Proceeds from the competition will benefit the WHS band program. This will be an evening of high energy and amazing performances for the

whole family. 7:30 p.m., Woodstock High School stadium, 2010 Towne Lake Hill South Drive, Woodstock. Facebook.com/DCAWoodstock, Kelly@WWBBFundraising.org

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Run with the Chiefs 5K The Sequoyah XC Boosters will host the third annual Run with the Chiefs 5K to raise funds for the school’s cross country program. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers, along with custom awards for age-group winners. In addition, door prizes will include a round-trip ticket on Southwest Airlines, gift certificates and free merchandise from The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. This is a rain or shine event. Free parking is available. 8:30 a.m., The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock. RunWithTheChiefs5K.org

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Business “Cherokee County’s Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch” for 2014 were recognized during a recent Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce “Good Morning Cherokee” breakfast. The recognition program, coordinated by the Chamber in partnership with Enjoy! Cherokee magazine, highlights Cherokee County residents under 40 who are considered to be Cherokee County’s up-and-coming leaders over the next 10 years. “The ‘Top 10 in 10’ initiative is designed to cultivate and showcase exceptional Cherokee County young professionals,” said Pam Carnes, Chamber president/CEO. Lewis Cline, Chamber board chairman, added, “Far more than 10 nominees were submitted. Each application was carefully reviewed by a judging panel that found this to be no simple task.” Judging criteria included past professional achievements and awards, 5- to 10-year professional goals, and volunteer and community activities. In addition to being recognized during the Chamber’s monthly breakfast and in magazine features, the recipients have been nominated for GeorgiaTrend Magazine’s “40 Under 40” recognition. Those recognized as Cherokee County’s next generation of community leaders include (front row, left to right): Brian Stockton, director of economic development, City of Woodstock; Karen Norred, city clerk, City of Holly Springs; Shannon Wallace, district attorney, Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office; Blake Kononen, commercial airline pilot, ExpressJet Airlines; The Honorable Michelle Homier, judge, Cherokee County State Court; (second row, left to right): Rev. Jordan Thrasher, chaplain, Reinhardt University; Doug Fountain, vice president, Government Guaranteed Lending, Community and Southern Bank; Zach Blend, director of residential life, Goshen Valley Boys Ranch; Lee Lusk, owner, The Wheeler House/Nickel Creek Development; and Katie E. Wise, branch manager, LGE Community Credit Union.

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Jason Wulfers with Edward Jones Investments held a ribbon cutting ceremony recently to celebrate the grand opening of his office in Downtown Woodstock. The event was hosted by Main Street Woodstock. Jason is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, a financial services firm dedicated to serving the needs of individual investors. Edward Jones’ financial advisors provide personal service by getting to know clients, understanding their goals, and developing individualized strategies to reach those goals. 102 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770-591-8021

Ronnie John’s Sunset Grille has opened in Downtown Woodstock by owners Ronnie Hall and John Davis, who also own Ronnie John’s Beach Café in Marietta. Ronnie John’s Sunset Grille features “coastal fusion beach cuisine with an Asian influence” in a casual, beach-themed atmosphere. Specialties include tuna poke, fish tacos, poached salmon and chicken katsu. Open daily for lunch and dinner, 11:00 a.m.11:00 p.m., Monday; 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday; and 11:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m., Friday-Saturday. 9770 Main St., Woodstock. 770-575-4085, Facebook.com/ Photo credit: Sheri Garza-Pope RJSunsetGrille

Steppin’ Out Performing Arts Center is hosting a grand opening July 19 for its new facility, located next to Bark Station, approximately one mile from historic Downtown Woodstock. The new 8,000-square-foot facility has four dance studios with raised floors, separate locker rooms for boys and girls, a lobby area with a kid’s zone, study and snack areas, and closed-circuit cameras for observation. 240 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770-591-7837, SteppinOutPAC.com

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eorgia All-Star Gymnastics opened in 1994 in Downtown Woodstock as the first gymnastics facility in Cherokee County. First located in a 10,000-square-foot facility on Rope Mill Road, Georgia All-Star Gymnastics moved into a 12,000-squarefoot facility on Highway 92 in 2000. Then, in June 2013, Georgia All-Star Gymnastics moved into its current, state-of-the-art, 20,000-square-foot facility located at Arnold Mill Park, just a half-mile from Downtown Woodstock. Georgia All-Star Gymnastics offers stateof-the-art gymnastics equipment, highly qualified coaches and a great family environment. Classes offered include preschool classes for ages 2-5; recreational gymnastics for boys and girls ages 6 and up; tumbling; and dance. All classes are taught by highly trained and professional staff, all of whom are safety certified and love working with children.

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Georgia All-Star Gymnastics is also available for special events, including birthday parties, and offers Summer Day Camp, Parents’ Night Out, and extra practice times throughout the year. Kids interested in enrolling in a gymnastics class can take advantage of a free “trial” class. Additionally, Georgia All-Star Gymnastics offers special “field trip” discounts to church groups, special needs groups, school groups, daycare centers, and other community organizations that work with children. In addition to recreational classes, Georgia All-Star Gymnastics offers a competitive gymnastics program — Levels 2-10, Excel Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum — and

has an accelerated home-school program. This past spring, Georgia All-Star Gymnastics celebrated success on many program levels, crowning 23 new state champions; qualifying 13 athletes into the regional championships; five regional champions; four national qualifiers; and two national champions! In addition, the Level 8 team claimed the state championship, with the Level 4 team placing 2nd; Level 3 placing 3rd; and Level 5 and 9 teams placing 4th. One of Georgia All-Star Gymnastics’ athletes qualified for USA Gymnastics’ TOP (Talent Opportunity Program) “A” team and currently is training in the hopes of qualifying for the U.S. National Team. Georgia All-Star Gymnastics will host an Open House at 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., July 19. The public is invited to tour the facility, meet the instructors, try out the equipment and watch current athletes perform. Discounted registration for fall classes, beginning August 4, will be offered during the Open House. 105 Arnold Mill Park, Woodstock. 770-516-2654, Ga-All-Stars.com

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Scoopof by Michelle Knapp & suzanne taylor

July means many things: fireworks, lemonade, cookouts and summer traditions, like the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island, N.Y., that we watch on TV loyally each year (we have unusual interests). Because of that, we have done some serious research into the best hot dog stands you can find OTP. In fact, we took our kids, our “Scoopers in training,” around to a variety of hot dog stands to get their input. If you are a fan of the frankfurter, these are our picks as the best places to get a great hot dog OTP.

Brandi’s World Famous Hot Dogs is Barker’s Red Hots: An oldfashioned term for “red hot off the grill,” Barker’s celebrates 30 years in the hot dog business this year. Barker’s cooks everything made to order, in front of the customer, on charcoal. Barker’s signature hot dogs are topped with its own sweet and spicy relish hot sauce,

Bobby G’s Chicago-style restaurant, “located just 650 miles south of Chicago,” gets its food fresh from the Windy City. At Bobby G’s, the motto is “absolutely no ketchup” on Chicago dogs! Chili, slaw and kraut dogs are also on the menu, along with some other tasty Chicago

a must-stop for us. Serving up bright red hot dogs and their secret recipe for spicy chili, Brandi’s is such a popular hot dog joint that you will find a line to the door most days of the week. Not into chili? Try a hot dog with slaw and onions. Hours of operation are 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday. 800 N. Tennessee St., Cartersville. 770-386-1003

chopped sweet onions and a pickle. Menu items also include burgers, sandwiches and salads. 3000 Windy Hill Road, Suite 128, Marietta. 770-272-0407 BarkersRedHots.com

favorites, like pizza and Italian beef. 12990 Hwy. 9, Milton. 770-772-0710, BobbyGs.com

Hot Dog Heaven in Downtown Woodstock is owned by Chicago natives Barney and Becky. Experience a true Chicago Dog “dragged through the garden” — topped with a pickle, tomato, onion, sports peppers, mustard and Hot Dog Heaven’s signature sprinkling of celery salt. Hot Dog Heaven serves up a variety of polish sausage and Italian beef, too, for an authentic Chicago meal. 8558 Main St., Downtown Woodstock. 770-591-5650 If watching this year’s Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island gets you hungry for an authentic hot dog, you’ll enjoy visiting any of these OTP spots. You can even make a day of it and have taste tests, like we did. Just pace yourself, and bring some Tums!

Scoop of Life finds are compiled by Scoop OTP owners Michelle Knapp and Suzanne Taylor. For more Outside The Perimeter “Scoop,” visit ScoopOTP.com.

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Community Feature Volunteers Needed for Food Ministry Timothy’s Cupboard food ministry is seeking volunteers to help distribute boxes of food to local families in need. Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m., and must be able to lift and carry boxes weighing 30-60 pounds. Volunteer time can be credited toward community service. Timothy’s Cupboard is located at 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. Call 770-591-5155 or visit TimothysCupboard.org for more information.

Winners of Cherokee County Farm Bureau’s coloring contest for local first-graders enjoyed a free fun day at Cagle’s Family Farm recently.

Winners Selected in Farm Bureau Contests Cherokee County Farm Bureau sponsored a coloring contest for first-grade students and an art contest for high school students recently. More than 3,000 students from 22 elementary schools participated in the contest by coloring a picture of “My Plate is Georgia Grown,” which included facts about healthy eating. The 1st and 2nd place winners from each school, and their families, were invited to Cagle’s Family Farm to enjoy a free day on the farm that included a hayride tour, a plant to take home, and pizza and cupcakes. Leigh Ruff from Cherokee High School was among the 33 entries for Cherokee County Farm Bureau’s high school art contest, designed to promote agriculture. Also selected as the overall winner for the county, Ruff received a check and certificate at Cherokee High School Awards Night.

Congratulations to our June “Pieces of the Puzzle” winner, Joseph Abraham!

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Community Feature Service League of Cherokee County Awards Local Scholarships The Service League of Cherokee County awarded $24,000 in scholarships to 19 deserving seniors who graduated recently from local Cherokee County high schools. Students receiving the scholarships included: Emily Huffman, Henry (Luke) Neese and John Bowling, River Ridge High School; and Evan Ezell, James (J.F.) Harris and Devon Higgins, Sequoyah High School.

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The Service League also made a $1,000 contribution to the High School Credit Recovery Class Scholarship program administered by the Cherokee County School District (CCSD). In addition, last fall the Service League awarded $1,000 in scholarship funds to Reinhardt Henry (Luke) Neese University student Virginia Hutton as part of Reinhardt University’s “A DAY for Reinhardt” program. Sherry Wallace, who serves as chair of the Service League’s 2014 Scholarship Committee, said, “As parents, we want our children to receive the message: ‘You have worth.’ The Service League scholarship program is one of many venues we use to support and invest in local teens. John Bowling Scholarship recipients represent an array of talents and accomplishments, and we want to champion them on to greater achievements. Then, hopefully someday, Pictured (left to right): James (J.F.) Harris, when given the Devon Higgins and Evan Ezell opportunity, they will be conscientious about offering a helping hand and serving others in need.”

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SenatorSpeaks

Transportation

in Georgia By Senator Brandon Beach

n the last 40 years, we have experienced unprecedented growth in the metro Atlanta region. We have grown in Cherokee County due to our excellent schools and high quality of life. Because of the explosive growth and the cumbersome bureaucracy in building roads, we have gotten behind and are now in the position where we are losing our competitive advantage from an economic development standpoint.

A Few Facts on Transportation in Georgia: •

The state of Georgia is 49th per capita in spending on roads in the United States. Only Tennessee spends less per capita than Georgia.

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We have the second-lowest motor fuel tax in the nation. • We are rated in the Top 5 in the nation on road maintenance and the quality of our highway system. • Ten years ago, the Georgia Dept. of Transportation (GDOT) had more than 10,000 employees; today, that number is 4,950 employees. • GDOT is the only state agency that pays its own debt service. Before 1992, all GDOT debt was paid out of the General Fund. Since 2002, all debt service is paid by GDOT. Our total debt service in fiscal year 2014 will reach $500 million. • Our motor fuel dollars have gone from $1.047 billion in 2008 to $830 million this year. Motorists are driving less and driving more efficient vehicles. • Because of the increased debt service and the reduction in motor fuel collections, we may be in position for the first time in Georgia’s history to not have enough money to meet our federal match. Thus, we will leave millions of dollars on the table.

Red Tape is Costing Us Millions We must streamline the permitting process. We have too much regulation and red tape before we are allowed to put a shovel in the dirt and build a road. Once we put the shovel in the dirt and begin building the road, usually we come in ahead of schedule. For example, when we began the southern end of Westside Parkway in Alpharetta nine years ago, the estimated cost was $16 million. Because we had federal dollars in the equation, the federal permitting part of the project took five years. Because of the five-year permitting process, the cost of materials and right-a-way increased — causing the project to go from $16 million to $25 million. We built the same road we planned to build, but it cost taxpayers $9 million more! Once we started the construction, we came in four months ahead of schedule. I know we can streamline the process and build roads and bridges faster. For example, when the Minnesota Bridge collapsed, that bridge was replaced and re-opened in 437 days — a far cry from nine years. For us to streamline the bureaucratic process, it will take political will, courage and leadership.

Brandon Beach is a State Senator, District 21, who represents a portion of Cherokee County in the Georgia General Assembly.

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months here in the South. However, the use of ceiling fans will allow you to set your thermostat up to 12 degrees higher in some situations and maintain the same comfort level — resulting in energy cost-savings and a longer shelf life for your air conditioning unit.

Summer Heat Economically

By Nick Roper As you prepare for the summer heat, you may be concerned about your home air conditioning unit. Replacement or repair of an air conditioning unit is something that every homeowner dreads. However, have you thought about installing additional ceiling fans in your home? According to an article published by the New York Times, a central A/C unit costs about 36 cents per hour during operation, and a window a/c unit costs about 14 cents per hour to run. A ceiling fan, though, costs approximately 1 cent per hour that it is being used. I’m not advocating not using you’re A/C unit altogether. Let’s face it, it is a necessity during these hot summer

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A ceiling fan will not last forever, but the cost to replace a ceiling fan isn’t even comparable to the cost to replace an A/C unit. A ceiling fan can be added to almost every room in your home, as well as to outdoor covered porches and patios, at a relatively low cost. A ceiling fan on a covered porch can turn a space that is unbearably hot during the summer to a year-round usable space.

Nick Roper is manager of business development for H&H Electric and Security LLC. 770-735-1136, MyAtlantaElectrician.net

“A ceiling fan can be added to almost every room in your home, as well as to outdoor covered porches and patios, at a relatively low cost.”

Liposuction: Is It Right for You? By Drs. Musarra, Leake & Petrosky

Maybe you’ve been working out regularly and eating healthy, but still can’t get rid of those extra pounds of fat. Despite good health and a reasonable level of fitness, some people still have a body with disproportionate contours due to localized fat deposits. These areas may be due to family traits rather than a lack of weight control or fitness. Liposuction slims and reshapes specific areas of the body by removing excess fat deposits, improving your body contours and proportion, and, ultimately, enhancing your self-image.

Liposuction surgery can be used to treat stubborn fat pockets in many parts of the body, including: abdomen and waist; thighs, hips and buttocks; arms, neck and back; knees,

calves and ankles; cheeks and chin; and chest. Fat removed from these areas can also be used to enhance other areas of your body, such as the buttocks or breasts, through fat injections or fat transfers (removing fat from one area and replacing it in another).

Cost is always an important consideration in elective surgery. However, the quality of the liposuction is more important than the costs. The surgeon’s expertise and experience are among the most important factors when considering liposuction. Be careful not to put your body on the “discount rack.” Choosing a surgeon based on lowest price might ultimately be the most expensive choice, if you have to have your procedure redone.

Factors that determine liposuction costs include: size of the patient; number

of areas of liposuction; amount of time and effort required of the surgeon; and costs of the operating room, anesthesia services, preoperative laboratory fees and compression garments.

Your consultation should only be with a specially trained boardcertified plastic surgeon. During

a thorough examination, you will be asked to point out the areas you would like to see improved. This will help your plastic surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they can realistically be achieved. The ideal candidates for liposuction surgery have excellent skin tone or tissue elasticity with isolated areas of excess fat.

Drs. Musarra, Leake & Petrosky are board-certified surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center of the South. 770-421-1242, PlasticSurgeryCenteroftheSouth.net

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e at Atlanta Hand Specialist are excited to announce the grand opening of our Canton office with Jose Baez, M.D.

At Atlanta Hand Specialist, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care for patients with Hand and Upper Extremity conditions. Our goals are to identify and treat these conditions in all age groups, to coordinate a multidisciplinary approach for care and treatment, and to facilitate a rapid recovery for a normal, productive lifestyle. Every patient is treated with the utmost respect, compassion and care. Our professional staff is dedicated to making every patient visit convenient and pleasant, while making every possible effort for your full recovery. The availability of basic radiology makes patient diagnosis prompt and eliminates any delays in preparing the treatment plan. We understand the significance of your hands in everyday life. Our hands and arms are what we use to complete the simplest of tasks to the most complex, such as playing ball with our kids, typing an email, and performing our jobs. Whether you are an existing patient or a new patient, we appreciate that you have chosen Atlanta Hand Specialist for your care. Atlanta Hand Specialist is affiliated with Northside Cherokee Hospital, Emory Adventist Hospital, WellStar Cobb Hospital, WellStar Kennestone Hospital and WellStar Douglas Hospital. Atlanta Hand Specialist treats a variety of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis; numbness and tingling in hands; tennis elbow; carpal tunnel syndrome; hand and wrist fractures; nerve injuries; wrist sprains; and work-related injuries.

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Community Feature Sequoyah High Alum Named Etowah Soccer Coach

CCSD Offers Free Summer Lunches The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) is participating in the USDA Seamless Summer Option for Children program this summer, providing lunch for children in need at five locations throughout the county, along with breakfast at three locations. More than 32 percent of CCSD students qualify for free or reduced lunch, which means that more than 12,000 students who rely on a breakfast or lunch at school during the year likely do not have access to adequate food during the summer months. Last summer, CCSD provided 64,980 meals to hungry children through the Seamless Summer program, which is federally funded. The meals are free to any child under the age of 18 and proof of income is not required to participate. Meals are available only during the specific advertised times and must be consumed on site. The program runs through July 25 at the following locations: YMCA Canton: breakfast, 8:30-8:45 a.m.; lunch, 11:0011:20 a.m.; YMCA Woodstock: breakfast, 8:00-8:20 a.m.; lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; East Gate Mobile Home Park: lunch, 11:30-11:45 a.m.; Shadowood Mobile Home Park: lunch at the clubhouse, 10:45-11:00 a.m., lunch at the playground, 11:0511:20 a.m.; and Woodstock High School: breakfast, 7:45-8:05 a.m.; lunch, 12:00-12:20 p.m.

Emily Dover, a 2008 graduate of Sequoyah High School and former University of North Georgia AllAmerican, has been selected as the coach of Etowah Eagles’ Varsity Girls’ Soccer. While playing at Sequoyah High School, Dover was a two-time Cherokee County Player of the Year (2007, 2008) and the county’s all-time leader in goals in a season (41) and career (92). She also was Peach Belt Conference Player of the Year, All-American team and Scholar All-American while playing for the University of North Georgia. After college, Dover played for the Emily Dover Atlanta Silverbacks Women’s semiprofessional soccer team. Most recently, she was assistant varsity coach at Mill Creek High School. “I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Mill Creek; however, I really wanted to be back working and living in Cherokee County,” Dover said. “I am more than excited to have such an amazing opportunity of coaching and teaching at Etowah High School.”

Cherokee Christian Seniors Honored at Annual Banquet Cherokee Christian High School honored outstanding students recently at the school’s annual Junior/Senior Banquet. Special awards were given to seniors Keegan Murphey, Ruth Award, based on Romans 12:4-8, for the senior who has consistently and lovingly supported peers and the school; Emily Dokken, Paul Award, based on 2 Timothy 4:7, for the Pictured (left to right): Keegan Murphey, Emily Dokken and senior whose diligence Jacob Light best mirrors that of the apostle; and Jacob Light, Augustine Award, based on Ecclesiastes 12:9-11, for the senior who has demonstrated excellence in scholarship and depth of thought over the years. WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM

Community Feature WHS Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships Four students from Woodstock High School Class of 2014 each have been awarded a National Merit Scholarship. Madison Adams won a National Merit Scholarship by Auburn University, where she plans to study economics; Briana Francois won a $2,500 National Merit Achievement Scholarship; Samuel Mixon, valedictorian, earned a $2,500 National Merit Scholarship Corp. scholarship; and Rachel Steppe, salutatorian, earned a $2,500 National Merit Scholarship funded by The UPS Foundation.

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The four WHS graduates are among only 2,500 students nationwide selected for National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities. The awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing the scholarship. About 1.5 million juniors in some 22,000 high schools across the U.S. entered the 2014 National Merit Scholarship competition when they took the 2012 PSAT. Last fall, approximately 16,000 semi-finalists were selected based on earning the highest scores in their state. Scholarship winners then were selected based on a detailed application that shows an outstanding academic record and SAT score; extracurricular activities; awards and leadership positions; essay; and a recommendation from a high school official.

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Brown Patch on Lawns

Brown Patch is the most damaging disease of warm-season turfgrasses in Georgia. All of the turfgrasses grown in Cherokee County, including St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass and bermudagrass, are susceptible to this fungal disease. Excessive nitrogen fertility levels and thatch often lead to outbreaks of Brown Patch. This disease By Louise Estabrook usually develops on lawns during periods of wet, overcast weather in late spring or early summer and again in the fall. Damage is often heaviest after several days of showers with daytime temperatures of 70-80 degrees F. Brown Patch first appears in lawns as small, circular, brown areas several inches in diameter, which may quickly increase to 3-6 feet across. These areas often grow together, forming irregular patches of brown, blighted turf up to 20 feet in diameter. Damaged turf usually recovers when conditions no longer favor the spread of the disease. Regrowth of the turf usually starts in the center of the blighted area, forming a ring or frog-eye pattern. Leaves attached by the Brown Patch fungus, Rhizoctonia solani, first become water-soaked and wilted, finally turning brown. On broadleaf turfgrasses, like centipedegrass, distinct tan-colored leafspots that are surrounded by water-soaked margins are sometimes seen. Nitrogen fertility has a significant impact on Brown Patch development. High nitrogen levels promote the growth of soft, succulent leaves that are susceptible to attack by the Brown Patch fungus. To help prevent disease outbreaks, apply a low rate of a nitrogen fertilizer at four- to eight-week intervals, or use a slow-release nitrogen source to maintain an even growth rate. Every three years, and particularly when your lawn is having a problem, I recommend a laboratory soil test. The University of Georgiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soil Lab will do an excellent test and give you specific recommendations for your type of lawn. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bargain, at only $9 per sample! Call our office for soil-test directions. Thatch often harbors the Brown Patch fungus. Periodic mechanical de-thatching or core aeration is needed to prevent thatch buildup. Outbreaks of Brown Patch occurring on thatch-heavy lawns are likely to reoccur and cause damage in following years unless the thatch is properly removed.

Louise Estabrook is the Agricultural and Natural Resources agent for the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. 770-721-7803, CAES.UGA.edu/Extension/Cherokee

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COVER STORY

By Michelle Martin | Photos courtesy of PhotoJack.net

oller skating is a family affair for Ryan and Whitney Finley, and they want it to be a part of your family as well. As the new owners of Hot Wheels Skate Center in Woodstock, Ryan and Whitney are improving the skating rink from the inside-out to provide a safe, affordable recreational and entertainment venue that is fun for the entire family.

bought Hot Wheels Skate Center, we surveyed our customers to find out what kind of improvements they wanted,” Whitney says. “The biggest complaints were about the carpet and the pizza. So, we gave everything a deep cleaning, including the carpet and bathrooms; painted the interior and exterior of the building with the fun Hot Wheels design; and updated the concessions menu with a new,

Ryan and Whitney Finley bought Hot Wheels Skate Center this past October, after operating three familyowned skating rinks in Kentucky for several years. Like their two young daughters now, Ryan “grew up at the local skating rink,” he says. “My family has been in the roller skating business for three generations, starting with my grandfather, then my dad, and now my sister and me. My sister and I were always at the skating rink after school and on weekends. We skated together as a family and with our friends. Roller skating is what everyone did for fun growing up. It means a lot to us to provide that same opportunity for families in Cherokee County today.”

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can come out as a family now and enjoy roller skating together, creating new memories.” — Ryan Finley, owner

better-tasting pizza sauce and cheese. The response has been great. Our customers have said they’re really happy that we are here and are excited about all the improvements.” Another issue that Whitney and Ryan addressed was safety. They want the skating rink to be a safe, fun environment where parents feel comfortable bringing their children. “We take children’s safety seriously,” Whitney says. “We have a floor guard to make sure skaters don’t skate too fast or too close and put other skaters at risk of injury. We also monitor the door — no one under age 18 is allowed to exit the facility without an adult.” A police officer also is on site three days a week, just for added security. “Children want a place where they can have fun just with their friends, and parents need reassurance that their kids are safe. Hot Wheels Skate Center is both fun and safe for kids,” she adds. “Many parents have told us that they appreciate the extra measures we have taken to make this a fun, safe place for their children.” Whitney says it was important to them to design Hot Wheels Skate Center as a skating rink that children and adults alike can enjoy together. In addition to roller skating, Hot

Wheels Skate Center offers a variety of activities for all ages, including six new ticket-redemption games, an air hockey table, pool tables, a photo booth and a DJ playing a mix of popular music from the ‘70s through today’s hits. “We want to be a positive influence,” Whitney says, “so we play only family-friendly music — no bad language or lyrics that promote violence.” Additional features coming soon will include arcade games like Pac-Man and televisions as well. Hot Wheels Skate Center also offers skating lessons, is available for birthday parties and private events, and hosts special “theme” activities. During the school year, “School Spirit Night” on Tuesdays allows students to skate at a reduced rate, with $1 for every student donated back to the school. “Adult Skate Night,” held the first Monday night of each month, is designed to give adults a fun night of

skating by themselves, without kids. On Wednesday “Family Fun Night,” admission is just $1 and skate rental only $2 each. Hot Wheels Skate Center also offers a special “Family Pack,” with admission only $15 for a family of three to five. “Most people enjoyed roller skating when they were kids, and being able to enjoy it again as adults brings back good memories,” Ryan says. “They love that they can come out as a family now and enjoy roller skating together, creating new memories.” Ryan and Whitney also partner with community organizations, dentists and physicians, schools and churches to promote roller skating as a fun, healthy activity. The “Roller Roo” roller skating mascot often makes special appearances throughout the community, giving skating passes to reward good dental and physician checkups, to promote reading and to reward other good behavior. Ryan, whose first job was as the “Roller Roo” mascot, says roller skating is more than just an activity, though. “Roller skating is about bringing families together and building a relationship with those families. It has been so rewarding to get to know so many families and to play a part in providing a fun activity that they can enjoy together for years to come.”

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Book Review by Catherine Groves

‘The Target’

CIA operative Will Robie returns in David Baldacci’s latest spy thriller!

hen David Baldacci releases a new novel, his fans know they are in for a treat. When the novel is a continuation of his characters from a previous series, the wait can be quite painful. Baldacci’s recent release of “The Target” in the Will Robie series is his third release in just as many years.

“The Target” features CIA hitman Will Robie and fellow agent Jessica Reel. From the start, “The Target” weaves in a new wrinkle with a terminally ill Alabama death row inmate, Earl Fontaine. Fontaine will affect Will and Jessica personally with his deathbed plans. Readers are left in suspense as to his ultimate plans and his true identity until well into the story. Meanwhile, an incredible international plot that would endanger the United States and possibly bring down the president unfolds in Washington, D.C. The president turns to the CIA for help. The CIA can provide the unmatched assassins for the chance to eliminate a global enemy. However, the CIA director has issues with Robie and Reel, as readers will remember from the previous book in the series. Internal battles, jockeying for power, and an agency in turmoil leave the CIA director without many outs. Plus, his personal agenda behind the mission does not guarantee Robie and Reel’s survival. After overcoming unbelievable attempts to prevent their success individually, personally, and professionally, Robie and

Reel are sent to another continent for a more dangerous follow-up mission. “The Target” takes another twist, as this follow-up mission — in a foreign land that is a sworn enemy of the United States — has no margin for error. Capture would result in death for Robie and Reel, and could even provoke a war with the United States. Should they be captured and the president step in, the president could be impeached. While the United States plans its own international espionage with its top CIA agents, the same rogue nation has a surprise of its own. An agent that they have trained to kill at the highest level is being asked to do something that no other nation has been able to accomplish: strike to the very heart of America and also take out the top two CIA agents at the same time. As Reel deals with her background and Robie realizes that age has his days numbered as the top agent at the CIA, the story barrels along to a stunning conclusion. “The Target” continues to provide multiple layers of suspense and plot surprises with each new chapter — once again proving that a David Baldacci novel is best read before bedtime to ensure a good night’s sleep. Otherwise, plan to be up all night. “The Target” can be purchased at most major bookstores and in e-Reader versions for Kindle and Nook.

Catherine Groves has lived in Georgia for 15 years and has lived in the South for considerably longer. An avid book collector (owning more than 5,000 books) and just as avid of a reader, she (as her children have said) “lives and breathes her books.” Catherine studied psychology, is working on an English degree, and is writing her first novel.

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in the By John Brodbeck, owner

fter working for traditional “water proofing” companies over the past 15 years, I have literally looked at thousands of homes with every water issue imaginable! And, in solving water problems, I know experience is everything. If I can see how the home is built and where the water is coming in, then I can explain how the water is coming in and the best options of how to fix the problem. With water problems, there is usually more than one way to address the issue. Typically, water proofers want to address it after it comes in, rather than keep it out or perform drainage first. That is

how Drainage First came about — to provide homeowners a common sense, cost-effective option that was lacking in the industry. At Drainage First, our focus is to implement measures and features that will keep the water away from the underground walls. This includes adding or repairing down spout drains, catch basins, and grading to create a slope away from the home and retaining walls. Many leaks can be solved or significantly reduced by these measures alone. Builders create a lot of water issues by taking shortcuts on drainage and doing improper final grading (putting dirt up against a studded wall). Almost every home in Georgia has underground walls

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that can be improved with additional drainage and grading. Drainage First offers fast, personal service. As a small business owner, I take a hands-on approach and make all service calls myself. Customers can expect a written estimate the same day, without a long wait time before the work actually begins. In addition, Drainage First offers more cost-effective, lasting solutions than water proofers. We are so confident that customers will be satisfied with our work that we offer a 10 percent referral reward! As a longtime resident of Woodstock, I am proud to serve Cherokee County and surrounding areas. Call today to learn how Drainage First can help solve your water issues. 678-525-8589, John.Brodbeck@Yahoo.com

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Common Questions

in Pediatrics By Shannon Dobson, CPNP

We receive telephone calls every day, all throughout the year. We average 400 calls a day from the parents of our patients. Parents call for many different reasons, but here are some of the most popular questions we get.

Caller: “I think my child has a fever.” WPM: Our first question to you, “What is his/her

temperature?” If you don’t own a thermometer, then buy one…today! To determine how to treat a fever, we need to know what it is. Feeling your child’s forehead is not an accurate way to check temperature. We may recommend taking over-the-counter age- and dose-appropriate acetaminophen. If a fever lasts more than 48 hours or is at a concerning level, we may want to see your child in the office or refer to the emergency room.

Caller: “My child just vomited — do you need to see her?” WPM: Actually, if she just vomited, then no. But, if your child vomits blood, is dehydrated, is under the age of 2 or has been vomiting for more than 12 hours, then we would advise an office visit. Otherwise, we would recommend stopping all foods and liquids until the vomiting has ceased, resume with a bland diet and, as the old adage says, “Call us in the morning.”

Caller: “My child has a funny rash.” WPM: This is tough. Telling us it’s red and in the shape

of the state of Illinois really doesn’t help us. It may be inconvenient for you to bring your child in, but in most cases we need to look at the rash to know how to treat it. A rash could be more than just an allergic reaction; it could be an indicator of meningitis or something contagious (such as Chicken Pox).

Caller: “My baby won’t stop crying.” WPM: This makes us cry for you. Translating a cry is hard.

Crying could mean your baby is sleepy, hungry, constipated, hot/cold, or just a reminder that parenting isn’t a cakewalk! We will try to reassure you and ask specific questions about feeding/sleeping patterns, possible fevers, vomiting, and if you are okay. Depending on the situation, we may want to see your baby in the office.

Shannon Dobson is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Woodstock Pediatric Medicine. 770-517-0250, WoodstockPeds.com

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Everyday Priorities Help with Back to School By Crystal Bryant As parents who work full-time, my husband, Chris, and I have always struggled when summer comes and we have children running loose for two months. The fact that we both work primarily from home makes the situation even more hectic for us all. For us, summer brings more noise, chaos, mess and mishaps. But, this summer has been different. Just before the kids’ last day of school, I had back surgery. This changed

everything. I have been unable to do practically everything — walk, cook, clean, do laundry, or any of the usual things required to keep a household in order. My family had to step up to the task and help. So, my wise husband put a structure to each day, setting a time that the children would wake up, assigning morning and afternoon chores, and teaching the children to cook, do laundry, wash dishes, sweep and mop, and more. Once the weeping and gnashing of teeth subsided, our kids realized that they would still have plenty of opportunity to play, but that every day would bring with it a moderate list of tasks that must be performed to “keep it all together.” It’s only been a few weeks so far, but we have already noticed a very

positive change in our kids. This experience has taught our kids some very important lessons for everyday success: Do what must be done first, what should be done second, and what we want to do third. And, when school begins again, I hope they will continue to apply what they have learned — that homework and chores come first, helping out and working ahead come second, and recreation comes third. We hope this is the beginning of life lessons that will stick with them throughout the years to come.

Crystal Bryant is the wife of Pastor Chris Bryant at City On A Hill United Methodist Church in Woodstock. She is involved in women’s, prayer and children’s ministries. 678-445-3480, COAHUMC.org

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Community Partners By Cheryl Ruffer, program director

The ninth-annual Give a Kid a Chance will take place Saturday, July 19, in Cherokee County. Every child should come to school equipped to succeed â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our mission at Give a Kid a Chance-Cherokee Inc. The nonprofit back-to-school ministry is designed to help children arrive at school empowered to get a better education and a better future. Give a Kid a Chance provides students in need with new backpacks filled with school supplies, medical screenings, haircuts, gently worn clothes, new socks and underwear, lunch and a Bible. Last year, more than 3,000 Cherokee County students benefitted from Give a Kid a Chance. The ninth-annual event will be held July 19 at First Baptist Church in Canton and at Hillside Church in Woodstock. We expect approximately 3,000 students and their families to participate again this year. You can help the Give a Kid a Chance cause in many ways. It takes more than 500 volunteers on the day of the event. Bilingual volunteers are especially appreciated. All volunteers receive a T-shirt at check-in and immediately go to

work! If you would like to volunteer for Give a Kid a Chance, please visit GiveAKidAChance.org to register. Volunteers must be 14 years of age to work the actual event. While some children and young adults may not be of age to help at Give a Kid a Chance, they can help sort clothes and fill backpacks in preparation of the Give a Kid a Chance event. Another way you can support the program is to recommend hair stylists or barbers. Each year, there is a shortage of stylists and barbers on hand to cut hair. If you or someone you know would be willing to contribute your services to Give a Kid a Chance, it would be greatly appreciated. Last year, 268 children received haircuts. We understand that summer can be hectic; if you are not able to volunteer on July 19, there are other ways to support Give a Kid a Chance. We accept donations of school supplies, new socks and underwear, and stuffed animals. In addition, monetary contributions allow us to purchase necessary supplies and clothes in bulk at discounted prices. For more information and opportunities to volunteer or donate, visit the website.

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Back-to-School Eye Exams: An Important Connection Between Vision & Learning By Kyle Edwards, O.D.

It is that time of year, when the activities of summer are keeping you so busy having fun that it is easy to forget the start of a new school year is just around the corner. While summer is a great time to relax by engaging in various recreational activities and family vacations, it is also a great time to schedule exams for your children, as they are on break from the busy school year. As such, summer is a great time to get a comprehensive eye exam for your children in order to make sure they have optimal vision to aid their ability to learn. The majority of all we learn is attributable to the information we are able to process from the images we see. Recent studies confirm this strong correlation between vision and learning, with 80 percent of what a child learns being presented visually. We know that reading is enhanced when our eyes are functioning properly, and many learning difficulties can be attributed to poor vision. Unfortunately, the statistics show that

only around 31 percent of children from ages 6-16 have an eye exam each year. In addition, 70 percent of children under the age of 6 have never had an eye exam. As a result of these infrequent or missed eye exams, one in four children will go back to school this year with an undiagnosed vision problem that could interfere with his/her ability to see and learn. I encourage parents to give their children the best opportunity to learn this school year by ensuring they have proper visual function. A back-to-school eye exam from your eye care professional can help ensure your child has the best opportunity to succeed and give parents peace of mind before the new school year begins.

Dr. Kyle Edwards is an optometrist at Edwards Eye Care in Woodstock. 770-479-0222, EdwardsEyeCare.com

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What Is Your

Dog Trying to Tell You? By Lorre LaMarca As the owner of a doggy resort, I’m often asked by my clients, “What is my dog trying to tell me?” Here are a few common behaviors that raise many questions. Scooting across the carpet or licking the “back end” area: It is very common to see a dog that cannot “self clean” their anal glands. If you happen to see this behavior, he is not using the carpet as toilet paper or exhibiting a new trick! Most of the time, some kind of irritation is causing this behavior. The gland could be clogged or blocked, which can cause infection. Immediately check with your dog groomer or veterinarian to see if an anal gland expression needs to be performed. An anal gland expression is very inexpensive, usually $15-$20. Bad breath: In some cases, a poor diet or lack of dental hygiene can cause bad breath. During your dog’s yearly veterinary visit, your veterinarian will recommend if your dog is in need of a professional cleaning. If your dog’s breath is really bad, there could be a more underlying issue that needs immediate attention and care. Ear shaking: A dog may shake or rub its ear against the ground consistently as a result of irritation or pain in the ear. Lift the ear flap to see if you notice any strange smells, swelling, discoloration or irritation. Any infections of the ear should be treated by your veterinarian immediately. Destruction: In most cases, destructive behavior by dogs is linked to boredom or lack of exercise/mental stimulation. Dogs all need a job, or they will find one. Seek a good dog trainer to find a solution to destructive behavior. Medicating dog behavior issues should be the last resort only when all other training attempts have failed. Excessive licking: Excessive licking commonly can be linked to stress and boredom, just as much as it could be linked to pain or irritation. Excessive licking in a certain area should be examined by your veterinarian to rule out any underlying issues. Limping: If you see your dog limping for no reason, quickly check the paw pad to see if it has picked up anything. Also, make sure your dog’s toenails are not curling under the paw. If your dog continues to limp, a veterinary visit may be required.

Lorre LaMarca is owner of Bark Station in Woodstock. 770-517-9907, Bark-Station.com

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By Michelle Martin

Unique venues and restaurants offer a fun atmosphere to enjoy a night of live music — from the relaxing sounds of smooth jazz and acoustic guitar to beautiful piano melodies, soulful blues, toe-tappin’ country, classic rock and everything in between!

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Downtown Kitchen Donovan’s Irish Cobbler 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock 770-693-8763 DonovansIrishCobbler.com If you’re looking for a bit of Irish-meets-Southern tradition, this is the place. Saturdays feature live music, 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m., with $4 drink specials. Be sure to try the famous “Horseshoe” sandwich — thick-cut slices of bread topped with ham (and other meats), cheese sauce and French fries — and blueberry/peach cobbler.

140 E. Marietta St., #1 Canton 770-479-1616 TheDowntownKitchen.com

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Downtown Kitchen, located in Downtown Canton, has become a favorite spot for John Michael Rose, Scott Puckett and the Mayor’s Tribunal, The Local Legends and other acts. Live music starts at 9:00 p.m. on most weekends. You’ll want to come early to enjoy the full Downtown Kitchen dining and entertainment experience.

July 12: John Michael Rose July 19: Stagrr July 26: Butch and the Buckheads August 2: Strange Brew

Guston’s Grille 12195 Hwy. 92, Suite 156, Woodstock 770-485-6565 Gustons.com Guston’s Woodstock location features dueling pianos on Fridays and live music on Saturdays, both beginning at 9:30 p.m. Entrees start at only $6.99. The family-friendly environment and welcoming staff promise “you’re only a stranger once!”

The Painted Pig Tavern 190 E. Main St., Canton 678-880-1714 PaintedPigTavern.com Downtown Canton’s “neighborhood tavern” features live music every Friday and Saturday, starting at 10:00 p.m. Come early to enjoy live comedy, too! The Painted Pig Tavern also serves a full menu of appetizers, entrées, specialties and craft beers.

Fire Stone Wood Fired Pizza & Grill

Little River Grill 6979 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-4444 Recently re-opened under new management, Little River Grill is a popular spot for boaters. There is no cover charge to enjoy the live bands on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Check Facebook for upcoming acts.

120 Chambers St., Woodstock 770-926-6778 FireStoneRestaurants.com Join Fire Stone on Wednesday’s for “Music & Merlot,” featuring live music from 7:00-10:00 p.m., plus half-priced select bottles of wine. You can also enjoy live music often on Friday and Saturday evenings. The menu covers everything from gourmet wood-fired pizzas, small plates including BBQ pork sliders and mussels, inventive entrées that change weekly using fresh, local ingredients, and shareable desserts.

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405 Chambers St., Woodstock 770-952-7873 PureTaqueria.com

Got a favorite local hotspot for live music? Let us know so we can share it with our readers.

The Woodstock location is one of five current Pure Taqueria restaurants developed by Chris and Michele Sedgwick. Live music is featured on the rooftop at the Woodstock location on Thursday, Friday and Saturdays, usually beginning at 7:00 p.m. Regular acts include John Amoroso, Ian Schumacher, Patrick Scott and Todd Wells.

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Sixes Tavern

Jump Kitchen Saloon

3568 Sixes Road, Canton 770-345-2939 Sixes-Tavern.com Sixes Tavern offers live music on the patio every The Armory Wednesday for Bike Night, as well as live music on most weekends. Featured performers have included Ed Roland & the Sweet Tea Project (lead singer of Collective Soul), The Armory, Mike Veal and many other favorites. All music begins at 9:30 p.m.

July 5: The Mike Veal Band and Kontraband July 11: Yacht Rock Schooner July 12: Band X

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Pure Taqueria

1085 Buckhead Crossing, Woodstock 678-388-7717 JumpKitchenSaloon.com

July 19: The Armory

“Country rockin’ scratch cookin’” is exactly what you’ll find here. Weekly live music includes Acoustic Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. and bands on Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9:00 p.m. Jump has been nominated as one of Georgia’s best live music venues by GeorgiaCountry.com! Visit GeorgiaCountry.com to cast your vote by 12:00 p.m., July 13.

July 25: Band X

July 10: Tyler Porch Acoustic

July 26: Kurt Thomas

July 12: Ronnie Brown Band

July 18: Kiss Rub Punch

July 17: Bike Night Dive Bar Kings

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July 18: Ricky Combs Band

147 Reinhardt College Parkway, #6 Canton 678-880-0284 SidelinesGrille.com Local bands perform in the bar on Friday and Saturday nights. Take advantage of special offers on wings, beer and cocktails during live music nights, too.

July 24: Mike Ellis Acoustic Duo July 25: Twisted Whiskey July 26: The Tyler Porch Band August 9: Chris Massey Band August 15: Brandon Wylie Band August 21: Bike Night Southside of the Tracks August 29: The Tyler Porch Band

Riverstone Corner Bistro 135 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 1, Canton 770-704-7325 RCBCanton.com Family-owned and operated, Riverstone Corner Bistro offers live music on Friday and Saturday nights. The menu selections include locally sourced farm-fresh beef and signature dishes with a “down home” flair. Closed Sundays.

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Don’t Let a Commute

Delay Training By Arlene Dickerson

It seems like when people are ready to improve their skill set or gain a new skill altogether, they drive an hour or more to go to a training facility — that is, if there isn’t an online equivalent. Hands-on training is a great way to learn. It helps students get a better grasp of the material faster. Plus, training outside of the usual office environment provides an opportunity to really focus. But, what if you feel you have to put off training because you don’t have the time, or perhaps the desire, to make the trek to the city? Don’t put off essential training because of a long commute. Try a local training center! Looking locally for training provides

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many benefits, along with saving time and fuel on a long drive: • Using a local training center gives students a more efficient way to follow up. In addition to email and telephone support, a student could drop in to the local center for additional face-to-face support as needed. • Training in the same town where you work provides great networking opportunities — everyone in the room can be a potential business connection, not just a classmate for a day or two. • Local training centers are more likely to have a better variety of classes and offer them more frequently than nationally run centers. Sometimes it can be as easy as asking the training coordinator if there are more classes available than what is currently shown on the schedule.

Are you looking for a class on a national product or brand, but can’t find it in your neighborhood? Ask for it! Big companies want their customers to get the training and information they need to continue to use their products. If they get a request from a specific area, they are likely to come to the area to fill the need. If you have a training center in your community, ask about the program you want. Many times the training center has the resources to provide the class; all that’s needed are students to fill it.

Arlene Dickerson is the co-owner/ director of Technical Resource Solutions. 678-928-9491, TechnicalRS.com

Artist Profile

Gary Curtis

Classic Dutch Still-Life Paintings By Heike Hellmann-Brown

Award-winning

watercolor

artist

Gary Curtis has been featured in American Artist magazine and on the cover of Artist Magazine. His work is reminiscent of the great painters of the “Dutch Golden Age,” such as Johannes Vermeer, Pieter Claesz, and Willem Claeszoon Heda.

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Artist Profile During the 17th century, Dutch trade, science, military, and art were among the most acclaimed in the world. Non-secular art, fostered by wealthy merchants, showcased popular pictorial subjects, among them stilllifes in subdued colors. Everyday items like food, silver cutlery and flowers, arranged on tablecloths with intricate patterns and subtle folds, displayed the artists’ skills in painting textures and surfaces in great detail and with realistic light effects. “I always had an interest in art history,” says Curtis, explaining the thematic and stylistic direction of his work. “My earliest training included the works of Rembrandt, da Vinci, and Michelangelo. Later, I discovered the landscapes of Winslow Homer and masters like John Singer Sargent. Yet, a piece of Vermeer displayed at the National Gallery had the most tremendous influence on me.” Originally from Long Beach, Calif., Curtis aimed to be a college professor, but later wound up in corporate management. When he moved to Atlanta in 1980, Curtis began to pursue art full-time. He focused on portraiture, but commissions inhibited him from what he really wanted to express with his art. He switched subjects and medium, painting wildlife, landscapes and architecture in watercolor, and sold pieces at juried

art shows across the Southeast. “The immediate feedback encouraged me,” Curtis says. “The average person spends little time in an art gallery and even less in a museum. Juried shows reach a greater public and educate visitors. These interactions provoke new ideas for presentation, fresh approaches to do work.” During this time, Curtis felt there was a missing piece in the art market. “Although the trend is toward contemporary pieces, there will always be a fundamental need and acceptance for traditional art,” he says. While Curtis liked the composition and almost 3-D effect of Dutch stilllifes, his scenes of everyday life are painted in transparent watercolors instead of oils, thus blending the old and the new and giving still-lifes a new interpretation and a modern look.

are his favorite subjects. “The sparkle of cut crystal and distortion of objects seen through it fascinates me. Likewise, I am intrigued by the way a silver bowl reflects its surroundings in a very abstract manner.” Gary Curtis’ upcoming shows include Art in the Park in Marietta, The Atlanta Arts Festival in Piedmont Park, and the Roswell Arts Festival. He also shares his expertise in workshops and encourages aspiring artists: “You never really know how good you can be, until you devote your whole life to it!”

Heike Hellmann-Brown is a published writer in the United States and Europe. She has translated and edited several New York Times bestsellers and has taught both English and her native German as a foreign language in a career that has spanned more than 20 years.

Apart from incorporating common household items, Curtis creates arrangements of heirlooms, books, musical instruments, sports memorabilia and even the trophy collection of a Kentucky Derby winner. Transparent glass and mirror-like reflective silver vessels

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Enjoy

the Summer By Chris Bryant

Are you enjoying your summer? I’d like to emphasize the word “joy” in “enjoy.” Summer is supposed to be a time to “detox,” “defrag,” or “decompress,” whatever metaphor best fits each of us individually. Essentially, we’re supposed to break from our normal routine, which, for most of us, means being overloaded, overstretched, overworked and having an overcomplicated schedule. Yet, sometimes we miss opportunities to relax and enjoy the blessings and benefits of today because we are anticipating — that is, fearing or worrying about — future problems, and spending time and energy planning — that is, stressing over — what we need to do next. I’ve joked on occasion that I would slow down... if I didn’t have so much to do! I would relax... if I wasn’t so stressed out! Consequently, I have missed way too many opportunities to simply have joy in the moment. I can guarantee you, in any and every case, being full of anxiety, stress and fear is not God’s plans for us. It might be “normal” in the sense that everybody fights these feelings on occasion (and some of us more consistently than others), but that doesn’t mean it is part of God’s will and way for us. In fact, the term “stress” derives from the Latin word, “stringere,” which means to strangle or to draw tight. The answer? Among other things like faith and prayer, how about having a good laugh? Laughing lowers stress hormones and strengthens the immune system by releasing health-enhancing hormones. Do you know the Bible tells us this? “A cheerful heart does good like medicine, but a broken spirit makes one sick,” (Prov. 17:22). Actually, laughing and “making merry” can be understood as a spiritual discipline, a way to deliberately, through trusting God, enJOY the moment! So, let me put this in the language so many of us type-A personalities can understand. How about working on taking it easy, on laughing more, on letting go and letting God, and, in so doing, having more joy?

Chris Bryant is lead pastor at City On A Hill United Methodist Church. 678-445-3480, COAHUMC.org

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July 25, 8:00 a.m. The Chambers at City Center 8534 Main St., Woodstock

Home Sweet Home By Jenna Hill

oodstock is such a wonderful place to call home, so making sure my first house was right here was a no-brainer. Whether you’re hunting for a move-in ready show-stopper or a fixer-upper with a ton of character, Downtown Woodstock is a great place to look. In Downtown Woodstock, you can find great houses and virtually everything you need to get through the home-buying (and furnishing) process. To start the process, you will need to determine what type of home you would like. Do you prefer a condo overlooking busy downtown; a glorious single-family bungalow with more than 3,000 square feet; a charming historic home right on Main Street; or a quaint ranch with a large lot? You can find them all here! After settling

on the type of home you would like to live in, you need to find a real estate agent to assist you throughout the home-buying process. The Premier Group is a wonderful real estate team, located in the heart of Downtown Woodstock, available to help you through the home-buying process, from start to finish. After closing on your new home, the real fun starts! If your home needs a little TLC before the decorating can begin, swing by Morgan’s Ace Hardware and pick up the tools you need. Downtown Woodstock is also full of home décor stores to suit any style. Pineapple Park is located on Chambers Street and has a very elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. You won’t leave empty-handed

after seeing the items offered here! Christine’s Creations is a one-stopshop for those who prefer a vintage flair. Full of statement pieces and repurposed furniture, Christine’s never disappoints! Linden is another wonderful home décor store, offering exquisite European antiques and other gorgeous items. Blue Frog Imports is a great place to go when you’re looking for unique, eclectic pieces for your home or yard. You will always find fun and quirky conversation pieces when you walk through their doors. House and Garden boutique is another great store that offers a wide variety of décor items, from dining tables to wonderfully scented candles. Ivy Manor Interiors is also a great stop for home furnishings. Here, you will find beautiful things for every room in the house. Most of these home décor stores offer full-service interior design as well! Living in Woodstock is great, but the road to home ownership can be a little difficult. Let the services and stores here in Downtown Woodstock make the finding and furnishing process much easier for you!

Jenna Hill is Tourism Information Assistant at the Woodstock Visitors Center. 770-924-0406, WhatsUpWoodstock.com

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The Importance of

Preserving Healthy Teeth By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.

Our teeth are strongest and healthiest when they first erupt from the gums. This is true for both primary and permanent teeth. Once the health of a tooth is compromised, it’s difficult to return it to its strong, healthy, original state. So, let’s talk about the importance of good hygiene to maintain healthy teeth, and how to best care for teeth that have been restored.

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The ideal situation is to keep teeth healthy and not have to drill, fill or otherwise bother the tooth structure. Once a tooth has developed a cavity, even with modern dental techniques, it’s difficult to completely restore the tooth back to its original healthy state. So, the first priority is to establish correct and consistent hygiene techniques. When these habits are established during childhood, it’s much easier to carry them through to adulthood. Both primary and permanent teeth require daily hygiene. This includes brushing at least twice a day and daily flossing to remove food particles from in between teeth. This must be done on a daily basis in order to effectively protect the tooth structure from damage. The second part of having good hygiene is making a point to visit your dentist every six months for cleaning, X-rays and exams. So, let’s say that your child develops a cavity or tooth decay. It’s important to remember that dental techniques can be used to attempt to restore the tooth.

When these restorative techniques are utilized, it’s even more important to develop good hygiene as follow-up. Follow your dentist’s advice regarding which foods to avoid for maintaining the integrity of the fillings. As part of daily hygiene, take a quick look inside your child’s mouth and examine the filling to make sure it has not chipped or otherwise been damaged. Your dentist can examine each filling during regular checkups to make sure that it is still working to protect the tooth from further damage or decay. It’s never too late to develop good oral hygiene. It takes a conscious effort to establish a daily hygiene routine and maintain twice-yearly dental visits. Take the time to take care of your child’s teeth!

Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090, KidsHappyTeeth.com

Ingredients: 1 cup mango

¼ cup Olive oil

½ bunch of green onions

1 small habanero (roasted, peeled and seeded)

½ bunch of cilantro

Pinch of salt and pepper

2 cloves of garlic

1 ear of corn

¼ cup lemon juice

Micro greens (or other baby greens) Swordfish

Preparation: Coulis: Put the first 8 ingredients in a blender, but only half of the Habanero to start. Blend and taste. Add remainder of Habanero if it’s not spicy enough. Or, if it is too spicy, tone down with honey. Roast one piece of corn, then cool slightly and cut kernels off. Toss corn with micro greens, adding enough olive oil to lightly coat the salad. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Pan sear swordfish, then plate with salad and coulis. Enjoy with your favorite white wine.

Jason Liford is the executive chef at Downtown Kitchen and has been an integral part of the staff for nearly six years. He brings his love and passion for food to Downtown Kitchen and enjoys providing these seasonal recipes to the community.

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Thanks for a Job Well Done By Janet Read

Almost every organization that I know of has those folks who work behind the scenes.They work quietly and discreetly in the background, taking care of important details that many others take for granted.The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has numerous people like that in our employ. I would like to recognize a few of them this month. The first group is the Technology staff members, who provide the audio and video support for our monthly board meetings. They operate out of a tiny little room adjacent to the dais. Until about a month ago, they utilized equipment that had long passed its life expectancy and was outdated and cumbersome. Every month the staff members hold their breath that the meetings will be recorded properly, that all the microphones will work, and that an accurate, timely record of our often drawn-out meetings will come to fruition and be available for public viewing. In the event that the meeting venue has to be changed to accommodate larger crowds, their workload is multiplied as well.They have to set up a complete sound system to accommodate all 10 microphones (without feedback) and then monitor it from the back of the auditorium while looking over hundreds of audience members. Following each board meeting, they work double-time to make the video of the meeting available online on the CCSD website. Other behind-the-scenes employees are the bus drivers who transport our special needs students. Although they have fewer students, these bus drivers often drive longer routes to transport the special needs students.They handle wheelchairs and crutches, bus monitors and, in some cases, children who are very fragile due to health issues.They wait patiently as the bus lifts are raised and lowered, work with parents to understand each childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual needs, and remain committed to their precious cargo when public motorists become impatient and frustrated by the time lost behind the school bus. I am thankful for our CCSD employees who work behind the scenes, performing tasks that are vitally important to the success of the CCSD and our students.Thank you for a job well done!

Janet Read is chair of the CCSD board. 770-516-1444, Janet.Read@Cherokee.K12.Ga.us

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