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2011 Medical Guide
Congratulations to Jerry Lee King, AroundAbout Woodstock’s 2011 Best Father.
Woodstock and Cherokee County are home to a unique set of qualified medical professionals who take pride in providing the best possible care. Cherokee Ford A Year of Celebration!
In Every Issue Michelle and Brian Meek are the co-owners of AroundAbout — Woodstock magazine. Brian spent the last 15 years in sales and also owns a junior golf business. Michelle has been a stay-at-home mom for the past eight years and was a counselor at KSU prior to having their two girls, Ansley and Addison. They have lived in the Canton community for more than nine years.
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People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Woodstock. by Cherryl Greenman, editor@aroundwoodstock.com
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What’s New? The Woodstock Aquatic Center, 103B Arnold Mill Road, is building a brand new lesson facility. The state-of-the-art pool will be temperature controlled, shallow, and perfect for teaching kids of all ages how to swim through the Gold Swim School. Coupled with the center’s 50-meter and 25-yard pools, the Woodstock Aquatic Center is the best place in Cherokee County for competitive and non-competitive swimming. It’s home to Chattahoochee Gold, one of the fastest swim teams in the whole country! Visit the website at www.goldswim.com The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member Woodstock chiropractor Anthony DiMola, DC with DiMola Family Chiropractic (1). DiMola Family Chiropractic is located in Woodstock at 221 River Park North Drive and specializing in chiropractic care and wellness. Dr. Anthony DiMola is a chiropractor who is committed to provide pain relief for many symptoms and conditions so that you can have a higher quality of life. DiMola Family Chiropractic recently won the 2011 Readers’ Choice award for best chiropractor in the Woodstock area. 770-924-1995, www.drdimola.com Chattahoochee Technical College (2) recently celebrated the grand opening of its Canton facility, 1645 Bluffs Parkway. Almost three years after ground was broken on what would become the eighth campus for Georgia’s largest technical college, a huge crowd gathered to see the doors officially open on Chattahoochee Technical College’s Canton Campus. The celebration, which was attended by local and state elected officials, community leaders, administrators, faculty, staff and students, was the official kickoff for the college’s 8th campus location overall and second in Cherokee County. Initial offerings for the campus include English, sociology, math, history, biology and psychology. Ultimately, course offerings will include HVAC, drafting technology and select classes in accounting, business administrative technology, management and supervisory development and marketing management. Local people serving local people — the motto of Satellite Activations (3), who recently opened a new facility at 2271 Holly Springs Parkway. As a local DIRECTV retailer for more than 5 years, Satellite Activations provides same and next day installation with skilled, knowledgeable, and certified installers. www.callfortv.com
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Copper Coin, 400 Chambers Street, is downtown Woodstock’s newest coffee shop offering several selections of gourmet coffee. It also offers bagels, pastries, and desserts. Copper Coin is open every day from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. www.coppercoincoffee.com City On a Hill, UMC, 7745 Main Street, is offering a free vacation Bible school open to the community for pre-school through rising 3rd graders, June 12 — 16 from 6-8 p.m. 678-445-3480. 4
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Satellite Activat ions’, Holly Sprin gs facility’s ribbo cutting celebrat n ions.
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COMMUNITY Pages for a Day Eight Cherokee County students served as pages for Georgia Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers on February 23rd. The pages were selected through an essay contest. Pages included Hayley Cohen, Jack Dobkin, Durham Hamilton, Max Keeton, Ethan Lance, Ahila Manivannan, Ashley Quagliaroli, and Allie Ibarra.
News 10th Annual Administrative Professionals Luncheon The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce recently held its 10th Annual Administrative Professionals Luncheon. The event was sponsored by Kennesaw State University College of Continuing & Professional Education. The keynote speaker was Sandra Deal, Georgia’s First Lady.
Servers for the Administrative Professionals Luncheon.
Cherokee County students who recently were pages for Senator Chip Rogers’ office.
Brain Tumor Foundation Gala Members of the Towne Lake Optimists Club recently attended the Brain Tumor Foundation for Children’s gala fundraising event. Affairs to Remember catered the event and the Buck Buckley Band performed.
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Rod Drake, Georgia Power serves luncheon attendees
Dean Barbara S. Calhoun, Kennesaw State University College of Continuing and Professional Education with keynote speaker Sandra Deal, Georgia’s First Lady.
Women’s Task Force Awards Scholarships, Honors Members The Cobb EMC Women’s Task Force, a group of approximately 90 women from throughout the EMC’s service area, recently held its annual banquet to celebrate the preceding year’s accomplishments and name the Task Force Member of the Mark Justice, Cobb EMC’s Year. The featured speaker for manager of education and the event was Cobb County community relations, at Cobb Teacher of the Year Chris James. EMC with Chris James and Cathy Lane, of Woodstock, was Cobb EMC Board Member honored as the 2011 Task Force Sarah Brown in front of the Member of the Year by Task quilt that Task Force members Force president Loretta Cooper. raffled off to raise money for Cobb EMC board member Sarah the Washington Youth Tour. Brown was also in attendance more on page and thanked Task Force members for their service. 8
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Cherokee County Firefighter Promoted Cherokee County firefighter Joe Anastos was recently promoted to the rank of Sergeant during ceremonies held at station 12. Joe has worked with Cherokee County fire since February 2006. The promotion warrant was presented to the firefighter by Cherokee County Fire Chief, Raymond Gunnin. Joe resides in Canton with his wife Mandy and their six year-old son Brandon.
Left to right: Assistant Fire Chief for Cherokee County Tim Prather, Cherokee County Fire Marshal, Rick Ruh, Joe Anastos, Mindy Anastos and Cherokee County Fire Chief Raymond Gunnin.
Northside Hospital Awarded $136K Grant Thanks to a generous grant from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Greater Atlanta Affiliate, Northside Hospital will be able to continue its work to promote early detection of breast cancer, by providing funding for screening mammograms and other breast diagnostic procedures for women who cannot afford them. The $136,534.09 awarded to Northside in 2011 is the ninth grant that the hospital has received from Komen Atlanta in as many years, with funds totaling more than $348,000.
A Passion for the Orphans Woodstock residents, Dana and Debbie Schroeder, have a unique mission. Sharing a passion for the orphans of Debbie’s home country, they have started a nonprofit foundation to raise Dana and Debbie Schroeder, co-founders funds to build and of Philippines Orphanage Foundation and operate orphanages in children in the Philippines. the Philippines. There are approximately 1.8 million orphans throughout the country and their goal is to reach as many as possible, not only to improve their present quality of life, but to give them hope for their futures. Having grown up in the Philippines, Debbie is all too familiar with the tragic plight of the street kids and orphans, even in her home town of Manaoag. Dana has visited the Philippines four times and has witnessed first-hand the desperation of kids running up to him asking for food and money. “Seeing the need on TV is one thing, but to experience the kids running up to you for help is quite another. It’s heartbreaking. We felt called by God to do something,” he says. So they founded the Philippines Orphanage Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c) (3) corporation, dedicated to reaching as many orphans as possible. Their calling goes beyond just sending money, but to actually build the orphanage facility and be responsible for its operation. He adds, “It’s a great thing to send money to these kinds of causes, but we feel called to get our hands dirty and build something for these kids and then stick by their sides for the duration. We want to be involved in their day-to-day lives not only providing shelter and food, but ongoing love and support.” They are presently in the process of raising $60,000 which is enough to finish their first orphanage project. This facility will be home to approximately 20-25 kids at first. “We are asking churches, businesses and individuals to give as they feel led. Every penny goes to the orphans as the foundation has no overhead. Everyone involved is donating their time and resources to make this a reality. Any amount given will truly make a huge difference in the lives of these precious orphans,” Dana states. Being a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation means all contributions to the foundation are tax deductible. If you would like to contribute toward this meaningful cause or would like more information, please feel free to call 404-987-9273 or visit www.filipino-orphans.org. You can also visit them on Facebook by searching Philippines Orphanage Foundation.
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1958 The city of Canton declared December 12 as Janice Cummings Day in honor of Miss Cummings winning the Junior Miss Georgia Contest that year. The day started with a parade featuring local civic groups including the Girl Scouts and Brownies and ended at City Park with local businesses and citizens congratulating Miss Cummings and presenting her with gifts. Over 1,000 helium balloons were released at the end of the celebration.
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Camden Ryan Murphy Age 5 on May 11 Love, Mommy, Daddy, Big Brother Brennan and soon to be little brother Baby Murphy.
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Bella Caputo Age 7 on April 21 Happy Birthday Sissy! Love, Mom, Dad, Alex and Chloe
Jacob Smith Age 4 on May 6 Happy Birthday Jacob! I love you! Mommy
Chloe Grace Caputo Born February 7 Daughter of Vince and Trisha Sister of Alex and Bella
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Things to do in Woodstock
specialEvents On-Going •
June 6-9 •
June 6-10 •
CASA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMP
SUMMER BASEBALL CAMP
CASA for children, Inc. welcomes volunteers from all cultures, professions, ethnic and educational backgrounds. www.CASACherokee.org
Etowah Eagle Junior volleyball summer camp for rising 4-7th graders from 9 a.m. — noon and rising 8-9th graders from 1 — 4 p.m. www.etowaheaglesvolleball.com
June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24 •
Roswell High School summer baseball camp will be held at the John P. Coen baseball field on the Roswell High campus. Camp director is head baseball coach Mike Power. Rising 1st-5th graders from 9 a.m. — 12 noon. Rising 6th-9th graders from 1 — 5 p.m.
ART CAMP
burnetteDC@fultonschools.org
Studio 121, 121 Brown Street, Canton will host summer art camp from 9 a.m. — noon. 770-479-6961
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CHEROKEE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 1966 REUNION To be held on September 10 at 2510 East Cherokee Drive, fellowship hall at Sunnyside Church of God. www.chs1966.endbyte.com
FARMERS MARKET The Main Street Woodstock Farmers Market is open every Saturday, 8:30 — 11:30 a.m. The public parking lot on Towne Lake Parkway and Main Street. 770-924-0406
ROOMMATES/SHARED HOUSING Private bedrooms/baths, beautiful homes in safe neighborhoods. Flexible lease terms. Below market rent. Free service. 678-812-3729, lynne.dyckman@atlantajcc.org, www.housematematch.org
ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL PRESCHOOL Weekday programs from 9 a.m. — noon for ages 2-5 year olds. 678-213-1517
LINE DANCING CLASSES Cherokee County Senior Services in Canton is offering classes each Wednesday from 2:30 — 3:30 p.m. 770-345-7515
June 3• FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Main Street Staycation — Woodstock downtown merchants stay open from 6 — 9 p.m. 770-924-0406
June 4• WING & ROCK FEST Best wing and wing eating competitions, four tribute bands playing all day in the gazebo, City Center Park.. Art and craft vendors, plus Kids Zone. Begins at 12 noon — 9 p.m. 404-456-4655
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ROSWELL SUMMER PUPPET SERIES Puppet show series will be held at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, show times are Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m., additional shows on Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m. Tickets are $4 for children 2-12, adults $5. Puppet kits are $4 each and will be available at each show. 770-594-6232 June 6 — 11: Fairy Circus June 13 — 18: The Dragon King
WOODSTOCK CALENDAR DOG CALENDARS The Woodstock Calendar Dog calendars featuring Woodstock dogs are available with proceeds benefitting the Cherokee County Humane Society. Cost is $14 and are available at CCHS Thrift Store on Bells Ferry Road, 770-627-2335, the.amazing.spork@hotmail.com
June 20 — 25: The Big Bad, Little Red Pig Show June 27 — July 2: Peter & the Wolf and
The Frog Prince
July 4 — 9: The Magic Fish July 11 — 16: The Headless Horseman
of Sleepy Hollow
July 18 — 23: Pinocchio
June 8, 13• QUIT SMOKING WORKSHOP Georgia Hypnotherapy Associates, 6478 Putnam Ford Drive, will host this workshop from 7 — 8 p.m. on June 8 and 4 — 5 p.m. on
June Keisha
June 13. 678-938-7274
June 8-11 • “THE SECRET GARDEN” The Academy Street Theatre Group will present this play at the Sequoyah High School Theatre, 4485 Hickory Road, Canton at 7:30 p.m. 678-522-7226
June 11 • WOODSTOCK June 9 • BOOK SIGNING
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Author Karen White will be at Yawns Books, 210 East Main Street, Canton at 6 p.m. 678-880-1922
Concert featuring “LoCash Cowboys” will be held at the City Center Park beginning at 7:30 p.m.
June 15-26 • MASTER GARDENERS WORKSHOPS Workshops will be held at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. June 11: Composting, Vermiculture and Growing Mushrooms and on June 25: Pollinators are our Friends. 770-479-0418
June 15-26 • “PETER PAN” The Elm Street Players will present the musical “Peter Pan.” 10 a.m. on June 15, 22, and 29. 3 p.m. on June 18, 19, 25, and 26 at the Woodstock City Center auditorium, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 678-494-4251, www.elmstreetarts.org
June 18 • MAIN STREET SESSIONS Held on the third Saturday at 1 p.m. in the unique setting of Historic Dean’s Store, 8588 Main Street, Woodstock. Local photographer/ poet Carolyn Burkholder has put together a collection of her lighthearted, humorous poems about Biblical characters entitled A Nod to God.
July 4 • WOODSTOCK FREEDOMFEST
June 18 •
Begins with Annual Woodstock Freedom Run at 7:30 a.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. heading north on Main Street from old Wal-Mart/ Furniture for Less parking lot. The Park at City Center will be open until 3 p.m. with games, food and music. Fireworks behind Target shopping center at Hwy 92 and I-575 at dusk.
CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY EVENT Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, will host its first Civil War living history event from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. 770-640-3855
June 25 • SCOUT DAY Scout Day at Roswell’s historic homes: Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall, and the Smith Plantation, on June 25. Free admission for all scouts in uniform. Adults $8, children $6.
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June’s Trivia Question: Father’s Day was made a permanent national holiday in 1972 by Richard Nixon when he signed it into law, but when was the first celebration of the observance Father’s Day?
Find the hidden picture
Laura Miller (hidden picture) & Louise Flanders (trivia) were our winners for May’s contest corner. They received a gift card to Chick-Fil-A. Congratulations!
If you know the answer or find the picture, be the first to call (770) 720-7497 or email to art@aroundwoodstock.com. Please notify us that your answer is for “Woodstock.”
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SHS Most Outstanding Female & Male
Woodstock MS’s Pride Showing!!!
Sarah Carnes, the daughter of Pam and Brian Carnes, and Nolan Williams, the son of Suzette and Jay Williams, were recently honored as the most outstanding Junior Class female and male students at Sequoyah High School at a breakfast sponsored by the Canton Optimist Club.
The faculty and staff at Woodstock Middle School were asked to take pictures over Spring Break of themselves / family / others in Woodstock Middle School gear. There were really no rules, guidelines. . . just have fun. Prizes were to be given away for most creative, most number of individuals in a picture wearing WMS spirit wear, furthest travel showcasing WMS spirit. Here are a couple of the pictures received:
Several 7th grade teachers rest after a day of shopping. Sarah Carnes and Nolan Williams
Seventh grade teacher, Debi Taylor’s husband in Afghanistan – yes that is the WMS logo on a bullet proof vest!
Woodstock HS Teacher Selected for STARs Program Jennifer Forsyth, Woodstock High School science teacher, is one of 20 selected teachers in the nation for the Siemens STEM Academy “Siemens Teachers As Researchers” (STARs) program. The STARs program is a two-week professional development course designed to empower teachers to bring the excitement of authentic research into the classroom and inspire students to pursue science, technology, engineering and math Jennifer Forsyth (STEM) education. Working in small groups, teachers will collaborate with ORNL scientific teams to conduct individually designed research projects that will give them realworld experience to bring back to their classrooms. In addition to conducting research side-by-side with leading scientists, the STARs participants will also benefit from a number of facility tours and seminars with topics ranging from “Effective Integration of Technology into the Classroom” to “Lesson Plans and Best Practices.” This immersion into authentic research, professional scientific collaboration and educational enhancements will provide insight, resources and scientific contacts to the participating teachers. “I’m really looking forward to the collaboration with other teachers. I already ‘know’ someone attending! We’ve communicated via email for a couple of years now and will finally meet! I am EXTREMELY excited to be chosen. This is truly a once-ina-lifetime opportunity as only 20 teachers are selected nationwide,” Jennifer said. 14 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
WMS teacher Stephanie Ray with Big Bird at Busch Gardens holding a WMS t-shirt.
Stephanie Ray and sons with divers at the Oyster Secret at Sea World in Orlando, Florida – the divers are wearing WMS shirts
SHS Student Essay Winner Lindze Logan, a ninth grader at Sequoyah High School, won the local chapter of Hickory Flat Optimist Club’s essay contest. The essay topic was “How Education is the Key to My Success.” Hickory Flat Optimist chapter president Alan Flint presented Lindze with a check for $35.
Hickory Flat Optimist Club president Alan Flint presents check to more on Lindze Logan. page 16
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Special Olympics Participants
Mountain Road Career Day
The Special Olympics was recently held at Sequoyah High School. Students from Rebecca Wooten and Amy Pepper’s classes from Holly Springs Elementary School participated in several events.
Front row (left to right): Special Olympians Brianna Myers and Zac Harmon. Back row: Friends Club members Kyan VanDeutekom and Summer Freeman.
Special Olympian Dawson Hullender participates in an event at Special Olympics accompanied by Friends Club member Jacob Tomeny
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Mountain Road Elementary School’s Career Day was held on April 11. Students had an opportunity to talk to several individuals about their careers. Rae McArthur and Lucas Mauldin talk with Delta Airlines flight attendant Andrea McArthur.
2007 SHS Student Graduates with Honors at UGA Aaron Eddy, a 2007 graduate of Sequoyah High School, was recently recognized at the University of Georgia Honors program reception and graduation banquet held at the Classic Center in Athens, GA. Aaron graduated with honors in May with a BBA in marketing. He was recognized at the UGA Honors Day, an event which acknowledging students who stand in the top five percent of their class based on cumulative grade point averages.
Aaron Eddy
Little River ES Receives Balloon Answer Holly Springs students Bryce Hall and Friends Club member.
Holly Springs student Jennings Agner and his teacher, Amy Peppers, enjoy a celebratory moment at Special Olympics
Rebecca Wooten’s class and the Holly Springs Friends Club at Special Olympics. Front row (left to right): Nicole Kennedy and Vanessa Cordell. Second row: Michaela Holland, Evan Morris, Austin Williams, Dawson Hullender, Bryce Hall, and Kathryn Merle Hunter. Back row: Ms. Rebecca Wooten, Mrs. Marie Stewart, Jason Ousley, Evan Kuhn, Ashley Tauney, and Jacob Tomeny. 16 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
Culminating Red Ribbon Week last October, Little River ES PTA led the school in launching balloons with cards attached by the students pledging to live a life drug-free. In February, a couple in Soperton, GA (between Macon and Savannah) contacted Little River ES. Their dog, Cooper, found the remains of a bunch of red balloons with a note attached from Barb Owensby’s kindergarten class in the farm’s cotton field. After a returned phone call, the couple said they would be happy to send along a picture for the kids to see. What arrived at Little River was much more. Inside a box was a picture of the family dog, Cooper, and a story about him finding the balloons, also included was a CD with many pictures of the balloons, the family’s pets, and information about their quaint, small town. Mrs. Owensby’s students also were surprised to receive 21 cotton bolls. The balloons and a picture of Cooper reside now in the town’s log cabin Welcome Center. If you are ever in Soperton, check it out! Thanks to the kindness of strangers, Little River students will fondly recall how their balloons Mrs. Owensby’s kindergarten and how their drug-free students holding bolls of cotton. pledge soared!
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Baseball: Woodstock vs. Marietta Photos courtesy of Wendell Webb, www.candwphotos.com
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Under the
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by State Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers
The 2011 regular session has come to a close, Governor Deal has signed more than 100 bills into law, and now it’s time for the annual report card. The session began with a few major issues and two that remain with us year after year. Saving the HOPE, strengthening laws against illegal immigration, and major tax reform were at the top of most legislators’ priority lists. Balancing the budget and improving education continue to be annual challenges that cannot be ignored. With these issues in mind, here are my grades for 2011. HOPE Scholarship/4-Year Old Pre-K Undoubtedly Georgia’s most popular state government programs, the HOPE Scholarship and the four year-old pre-kindergarten program are the national standards for early and post-secondary learning. However, without major change the two incredibly popular programs would be unable to meet legal mandated benefits by 2012. Governor Nathan Deal led the effort for change that included both Republicans and Democrats. The resulting law maintains 90% funding for HOPE scholarship recipients, creates a new Zell Miller scholarship that will pay for 100% of tuition, and maintains the four year-old Pre-K program. Even with the changes Georgia’s college and Pre-K funding programs remain the most generous in the United States. Grade: A Illegal Immigration Georgia became the first state to pass comprehensive statewide enforcement law in 2006. This year the legislature again addressed this difficult issue. HB 87 created a new standard for private employers using the E-verify free database to ensure newly hired employees are legally eligible to be employed. The measure also enhanced penalties for using stolen or false 20 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
identification to gain employment and added to the tools of law enforcement for identifying those persons unlawfully present in the United States. Some late negotiations lessened the strength of this law but Georgia has re-emerged as the state with the strongest set of laws against illegal immigration. Grade: B+ Major Tax Reform Legislators entered the session with high hopes that this would finally be the year to remake Georgia’s antiquated tax code. Following a 4-month effort by the newly created Tax Council, recommendations were made to the Legislature that would move Georgia away from a heavy reliance on income taxes to a greater dependence on the sales tax. A portion of the recommendations were introduced but ultimately did not pass. The General Assembly missed a great opportunity and squandered much of the good work by the council, but wisely prevented making a major mistake that would be measured in the billions. Grade: C K-12 Education Georgia remains 47th among states for both SAT scores and high school drop-out rate. There have been some signs of improvement, but overall we languish behind most of the nation and much of the industrialized world. It is simply unacceptable that our state cannot give every student the opportunity for a world class education. Few would disagree that Georgia needs a major transformation in education. Unfortunately, the will to do so has not yet been found in the continued on page 62 Chip Rogers is the State Senator for District 21. You may contact him by phone at 404-463-1378 or by e-mail at chiprogers21@comcast.net.
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by Billy Peppers A walk through downtown Woodstock on a weeknight can bring the fragrance of culinary masterpieces to the nose! Why just a few years ago, one was hard-pressed to find much dining in the downtown area, much less fine dining in the city. Today’s Woodstock has enough variety to wet your palette every night of the week in a fanciful dance of taste bud perfections. There is nothing like the taste of a good hot dog, taco, or burger. That’s about as Americana as one can get with handheld food. Stop by and shoot the breeze with Becky and Barney at Hot Dog Heaven, take a trip back to your own childhood, as you enjoy those tasty dogs and fries. At Pure, you can enjoy the taste of fish tacos with one of many options of margaritas, relaxing in the breeze of the day while the doors on the building are up. At Canyons Burger Company, its all about the freshness of the ingredients, whether it’s a tasty burger or hand-battered chicken (take my advice and try the Spicy Black Bean Burger — yummy!), you’ll find something to fill you up.
and the history of politics, visit Jamey at the Right Wing Tavern. Grab a pile of wings, a pitcher of American beer, and sit on the old train platform and wait for the whistle of the train. Saluting Cherokee’s first African-American school teacher, Magnolia Thomas Restaurant is on the site of her homestead. While there, enjoy perfect pairings of wine with southern cuisine, like the famous buttermilk fried chicken atop fried green tomatoes. Take a trip to Italy without venturing far from 575 by visiting Vingenzos. The food is prepared by highly trained chefs and includes wonderful pastas and pizzas, fresh vegetables and a variety of cheeses. It’s a perfect place for a date. After dinner, don’t forget to stop by Yoguri and fill up your cup with a variety of frozen yogurts and toppings. Even with all the restaurants above, Main Street Woodstock is pleased to welcome Ipp’s Pastaria and Bar as well as Firestone Wood Fired Pizzeria and Grill in the coming weeks. So many choices! Why leave Woodstock to dine?
Do you enjoy a cup of something hot to sip on with your meal? Tea Leaves and Thyme has been slipping on fancy hats, white gloves and offering fantastic tea fare for many years downtown. A drive by and you’ll see lots of ladies dressed to the nines enjoying salads, sandwiches, scones and fancy hand-blended teas. If you’re a daddy, take your daughter for tea — it will be a memory for a lifetime. Perhaps coffee is your choice? J. Christopher’s serves up a stunning breakfast and brunch menu with endless pots of coffee to keep you satisfied. I suggest you try a skillet for the real experience. Copper Coin Coffee, inside Acru (one of our newest businesses) offers a delight of coffee pleasures. If you are interested in history, perhaps a visit to one of several restaurants in historic buildings will make your day. The Cotton Mill Deli is located in the oldest cotton warehouse in our part of the county. While you’re there, order a madeto-order sandwich with the quality of Boars Head meats and have a treat prepared by the barista. If you want to see a train
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The View From CITY HALL
Those Lazy, Crazy Days . . . by Mayor Donnie Henriques Ah, yes. We have reached another summer season, and “the living is easy!” Well, I won’t fight that battle right now, but I did want to talk about our 14th Annual Summer Concert Series.
In formulating the lineup each year, our staff tries to hit as many genres as possible. This year is no exception.
First, and foremost, council Donnie Henriques is the mayor of Woodstock. You may contact him and staff took a very aggressive by calling 770-592-6001 or e-mail approach a few years ago dhenriques@woodstockga.gov to get sponsors for the very popular series, hoping to ease the burden on the residents. Successful in this endeavor was an understatement. Our title sponsor, Northside Cherokee Hospital and Mr. Billy Hayes, CEO, have come through for the 3rd year in a row. Other sponsors of note are: • GOLD Level Colby Chiropractic, LGE Credit Union and Harry Norman Realtors. • SILVER Level Gas South and Woodstock Aquatic Center. • BRONZE Level Dentistry of Olde Town, MicroTel Inns & Suites, Right Wing Tavern and WalMart. • PATRONS Hearthside Towne Lake, John Wieland Homes, Main Street Woodstock, and Woodstock Downtown Condos. Without these great, local businesses, we would not be able to continue providing this valuable, fun experience for our residents. Not to mention the ability to show off a vibrant and thriving downtown.
• May 14 Edwin McCain (this article was written prior to this performance...sure it was great!) • June 11 LoCash Cowboys • July 9 Midnight Star • August 13 Wet Willie • September 10 The Return (Beatles Cover band that has been getting rave revues) Notice I said “staff” . . . I guess they don’t trust my music judgement! Smart. We’ll also have our annual July 4th parade and fireworks show. This is solely sponsored by LGE Community Credit Union, allowing NO TAX DOLLARS to be spent on exploding gunpowder! But, a crowd-pleaser nonetheless. In October, we’ll finish off the music with an all day music festival in the park. This will be completely performed by local bands. After that, construction begins on our permanent amphitheater, which will be ready for the 2012 Concert Series. A lot of exciting things are happening in downtown Woodstock, especially at our newly named City Center (Council Chambers and City Park), as well as too many new merchants to mention here. That’s a whole separate column. . . but I can say the Boss and I have been seen in Yoguri an awful lot!
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In the Community
HAVE WE BEEN Deceived? by David Bores
Part II — In the previous article I addressed how our emphasis on political correctness and religious tolerance has apparently distorted our thinking about the true nature of the Islamic threat to our nation. I pointed out that many apologists in You may contact Woodstock Chief of Police David Bores at the new City Hall our academic community and Annex on Highway 92, or you may call many liberal pundants within 770-592-6012. the mainstream media, blame America for the widespread Islamic violence that confronts us. Unfortunately, our focus on being politically correct, religiously tolerant, and taking blame for the violence that Islamic terrorists use, may be giving the preverbal Trojan Horse the chance to infiltrate those with extreme views into our culture to impose their will upon us. And to make matters worse, these radicals may be hiding behind the many Moderate Muslims who do not share their violent beliefs. I continue this series, adding that Moderate Muslims are quick to emphasize the peaceful nature of their faith. They insist that the term “Jihad” refers exclusively to an inner struggle that all Muslims wage in order to lead a more virtuous life as dictated by the Koran. Moderate Muslims also insist that “Jihad” has no aggressive military significance to wage war against so called “non believers” or Christians and that military action can only be taken in self defense. They go on to say that while all Muslims have a duty to proselytize their religion, it is never to be imposed by force on those who adhere to other faiths. Finally, they continually remind us of their respect for women and that the mistreatment of females within many Muslim countries is based upon antiquated customs and misguided beliefs, rather than on any specific provisions within the Koran. Moderate Muslims have also been quick to insist that the violence perpetrated against our country on 9/11 and many subsequent violent acts committed by Islamic terrorists represent an extreme minority fringe movement consisting of radicals who do not reflect the views of the majority of Muslims throughout the world. Rather, we have been told that these violent radicals have become disaffected because of harsh social conditions caused by extreme poverty and no opportunity to provide a better life for their families. 24 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
Americans are a naturally trusting people; truth is a basic tenet in our Christian culture. Perhaps it is because Moderate Muslims come to us in the name of religion that we automatically assume we can trust what they say. Yet, while wanting to assume they are truthful when they tell us that the overwhelming majority of Islamic believers are peaceful and want to live in friendship amongst non-Muslim believers, there remain certain inconsistencies that give rise to doubts. To explore just one of these inconsistencies, let’s assume that all they tell us is true. Let’s assume that the Moderate Muslims are right to insist that the overwhelming majority of Islamic believers are peaceful and want to live civilly amongst us. If this is so, then where is their universal outrage whenever the radical fringe uses violence against innocent civilians? Where is their condemnation when Muslim females who are raped are in turn punished by stoning in order to avenge the “dishonor” they have brought to their families? Where are the mass demonstrations by Moderate Muslims to show the world that the Islamic radicals have it all wrong, that the Koran in fact teaches tolerance for other religions, that it is against the oppression of women, and that there is no attempt to impose Shari a law in secular countries? Unfortunately, there has been no outrage. The silence of Moderate Muslims has been deafening! Rather, they have insisted that we must take the moderates at their word, with no public demonstrations for proof that all is well with the Islamic religion, that the majority of its adherents mean us no harm and are opposed to those few who do. We must take their word that the Koran does not advocate violence against us “infidels” nor does it mandate the forced spread of Islam in non Muslim cultures. And most important, Moderate Muslims, especially those who have immigrated here from abroad, feel no obligation to show their public support to the very freedoms that they are granted by virtue of their new status as Americans—the very freedoms that they were previously denied by Muslim governments. And while we are being asked to take them at their word, we are also being told not to treat them with suspicion and not to dare single out Middle Easterners for special screening, because to do so would represent profound ethnic intolerance and constitute illegal profiling. My personal belief is that if Moderate Muslims are not willing to publically separate themselves from the radical Islamists, than we have no choice but to treat them all with equal suspicion.
Mr. Jerry Lee King Nominated by LeeAnn Paige King, Age 32
Two hundred words do not even put a dent in explaining how wonderful my Dad is. It would take writing a book just to tell you how special he makes me feel. And even though I think my Dad is the Best Dad in the world, I know someone else out there is just as lucky as I am to have the best dad in the world too! It’s about the words that come from my heart and the man who has and always will be my Hero. My Dad… I’ve never known a better, more honest or giving man than my Dad. He goes above and beyond to help friends, family and strangers. Anyone who’s in need, he’s always there with open arms. He’s a devoted Dad to three and Grandpa to two — A retired Chief of Police from Roswell P.D. —A devoted husband to my wonderful mom of 47 years. My Dad is an amazing man. Winning this essay would mean so much to me so that in some small way I could show my Dad how special he is to me and how proud I am that he’s my Dad.
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Healthy Living
WOMEN,
Take Care of Your Heart Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the United States. However, through risk reduction, lifestyle changes, regular screenings, monitoring and quality health care, you can keep your heart health in your hands and increase your chances of living a long and happy life. What is Your Risk? According to the American Heart Association, a range of factors can raise your risk of developing heart disease and having a heart attack or stroke. The more factors you have, the greater your risk. Although you can’t do anything about your age, gender, heredity and race, there are many factors that you can modify, treat or control simply by making lifestyle changes or taking medication. • Quit Smoking A smokers’ risk of developing heart disease is 2-4 times that of nonsmokers. Exposure to second-hand smoke also increases risk, even for non-smokers. • Lower Your Blood Cholesterol As blood cholesterol rises, so does risk of heart disease. When other factors (such as high blood pressure and tobacco smoke) are present, the risk is even higher. • Lower Your Blood Pressure High blood pressure makes the heart work harder than normal and makes both it and arteries more prone to injury. • Get Active Regular, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity helps prevent heart and blood vessel disease. The more vigorous the activity, the greater your benefits. • Lose Excess Weight Excess weight increases the heart’s workload. People with excess body fat, especially around the waist, are more likely to develop heart disease and stroke even if they have no other factors. • Manage Your Diabetes Diabetes seriously increases your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, even when glucose (blood sugar) 26 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
levels are under control. A woman with diabetes is 2-4 times more likely to die from heart disease than a woman without diabetes. • Reduce Stress Too much stress over time, and unhealthy responses to it, may create health problems in some people. Find healthy ways to manage stress such as stop smoking, exercise and eat right. • Limit Alcohol Drinking too much alcohol raises blood pressure, can cause heart failure and lead to stroke. It also adds calories, contributing to obesity and makes it harder to lose weight. If you don’t drink, don’t start. If you do, limit yourself to one drink a day Northside Hospital — Cardiac Angioplasty Now Available Northside has rapidly expanded its Cardiology Services in recent years to offer patients a wider array of options for diagnostic testing and treatment. The hospital is staffed with board-certified cardiologists and cardiac and radiologytrained nurses and technologists, who provide specialized cardiac care. In 2010, both Northside Hospital-Forsyth and Northside Hospital-Atlanta began offering Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI), previously known as angioplasty. This latest medical and technological enhancement represents a continued commitment by Northside to provide comprehensive cardiovascular services. PCI also will be available at Northside Hospital-Cherokee later this year.
For more information about reducing your risk for heart disease or about heart health services available at Northside Hospital, visit
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Healthy Living
THE BEST
Back Exercise by Cathy Wendland-Colby, DC This month, I would like to teach you an exercise that will not only strengthen your lower back, but may also help prevent pain and injury. If you have ever worked your abdominals, you have flexed the muscles protecting your Dr. Wendland-Colby is a chiropractor in private practice with her husband at stomach by bending forward. Some abdominal exercises you Colby Family Chiropractic on Highway 92 in Woodstock, specializing in may have performed include sports and family care. She can be sit-ups, crunches on the floor reached at 770-592-1915 or www. ColbyChiropractic.com. and crunches on an exercise ball. These moves are terrific because they work a large portion of your core, or torso stabilization, muscles. However, if you stop exercising after working your abdominals, you have neglected an important part of your core muscles. Your core stabilization muscles are made up of your abdominal muscles in the front, your oblique muscles on your sides and the paraspinal muscles protecting your lower back. To have a well-balanced workout routine, you must work all three groups of muscles to safely and effectively stabilize your core. There are two basic movements that most of the joints in your body can perform, flexion and extension. For most joints in the body, flexion is a forward bending of the joint and extension is a backward bending or straightening of the joint. This month’s low back exercise is simply called a Back Extension. Begin by lying flat on the floor on your stomach with your legs straight and your toes touching the floor. Place both hands on the small of your back or on your buttocks, whichever position is most comfortable for you. Raise you chin up slightly so that you are looking at the wall in front of you, and then slowly raise your shoulders and chest off the ground until your last ribs are just barely touching the floor. Hold yourself up in this position for a moment, and then slowly lower yourself down to the starting position. Be sure to keep your belly button, hips, knees and feet in contact with the floor while performing this exercise. If this is too difficult for you, you may gently rest your forearms on the ground next to your chest before beginning. This arm position will reduce the workload on your low back muscles and also make your shoulders a bit more comfortable.
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Healthy Living
MYTHS ABOUT
Braces
by Jeff Kincaid, DMD, MS
Part 4 — Wow, I never intended to extend this column over so many months with myth busters, but as I write about the ones that I feel strongly the consumer should be aware of, more and more information keeps cropping up that I feel I Dr. Jeff Kincaid is a specialist in should share. A special thanks orthodontics and owner of Kincaid needs to go out to so many of Orthodontics in Woodstock and you that read these articles and Roswell. Visit his Website at asked, “But what about . . .?” www.kincaidsmiles.com. My response has become, “Keep reading and you’ll find out,” and another column is born! So, let’s get going as we explore facts about orthodontics that may have been true but are no longer valid under the scrutiny of science, and some myths that were never true in the first place. 1. Having teeth extracted will compromise facial esthetics. This can be quite a passionate subject to many in the orthodontic industry. Esthetics is usually judged by the quality of the smile and the person’s profile. Modern day orthodontics has entered a period where treatment is to be determined by evidence-based research, and when approached in this light, almost all studies have shown that the difference between post treatment smiles of extraction and non-extraction patients is not detectable. In a fascinating study done in 2006, smiles were evaluated by 10 orthodontists, 10 plastic surgeons, 10 general dentists, 10 artists, and 10 patients. They concluded that there was no difference in attractiveness between patients that had teeth removed and those that were treated without extractions. 2. Since only my bottom teeth are crooked, I just need braces on them. While it may seem logical to just put braces on the lower teeth to straighten them, sometimes this can cause problems. For example, expanding the lower teeth to eliminate the crowding without expanding and treating the upper arch could make your bite uneven. Another problem that could exist is when your upper teeth overlap too much and you end up biting on the lower braces. There are occasions when lower braces may suffice but your orthodontist will have to discuss this with you at your consultation appointment. 3. Any overbite is bad. It is surprising the number of people that see me complaining of a bad overbite only to be told that their continued on page 62 28 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
Healthy Living
THE POWER OF
Zzzz...
by Dr. Monika Yadav
10:30 p.m. Goodnight. 2:49 a.m. Good Morning, really?! Actually, I know it’s not going to be a good morning or entire day for that fact, because I didn’t get my much needed six hours of sleep. I suffer from sleep Dr. Monika Yadav is an Internist with deprivation occasionally Internal Medicine Associates who — and that term is relative practices in Holly Spring and Jasper. because my father has always performed on target with four hours of sleep and my mother needs at least eight hours to uphold her usual “Mary Poppins” status. But studies have shown that an average adult needs at least four hours of concentrated sleep in order to function normally. And according to studies and what I see continually in my office, 30 percent of Americans are suffering from chronic insomnia. So, if you’re up before the break of dawn reading this article, chances are that a few of your neighbors are as well. Sleep is really not given the respect it deserves in this country. Although born and raised in America, I have travelled immensely all over the world. While in Spain with my sister, we begrudgingly waited for two hours after lunch for a major bank to re-open because it is customary for businesses to shut down for an afternoon siesta. And in India major towns don’t begin to bustle until 11 a.m. after people leisurely awake and have eaten a hearty breakfast. I somewhat understand the pressures of being the most powerful country in the world and what it takes to maintain the status — but, come on now, let’s remember to stop and smell the roses, breathe, stretch, SLEEP! I stress this point because danger lurks with insomnia. Insomnia is defined as difficulty initiating sleep or maintaining sleep, waking up too early, or experiencing sleep that is chronically poor in quality. There is a myriad of consequences that arise from insomnia. These include short-term memory loss, depression, irritable mood, decreased energy, low libido, increased rate in crashes, workplace errors, respiratory problems, increased blood pressure, depressed immunity, increased appetite and obesity, chronic headaches and GI symptoms, continuous anxiety about not being able to sleep well, and an overall poorer quality of life in general. So it comes as no surprise that there is an increased mortality rate in those that don’t get at least four hours of concentrated sleep each night. continued on page 62
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Healthy Living
PROTECT YOUR CHILD
From the Sun
by Shannon Dobson, N.P. Summer is here at last! Spending more time outdoors means more sun exposure, so lets talk about how we can protect our children from sunburns, and ultimately skin cancer later in life. Shannon Dobson is a nurse
We all need some sun practitioner at Woodstock exposure; it’s our primary Pediatric Medicine. You may contact her at 770-517-0250 or source of vitamin D needed visit www.woodstockpeds.com. to absorb calcium for stronger, healthier bones. It doesn’t take much time in the sun to get the vitamin D we need. Repeated, unprotected exposure to the sun can cause skin and eye damage that lead to cancer. I am often asked by parents at what age is it “safe” to be in the sun. The good news is that your baby can enjoy family fun in the sun. Babies under six months of age should be kept out of direct sunlight. Keep them in the shade, under an umbrella, tree or stroller canopy. Dress them in a hat and lightweight clothes that cover their arms and legs. It is okay to apply sunscreen if they are under six months of age if there is no way to avoid the sun. For our kids older than six months, we also want to dress them in lightweight, cotton clothes. Protect the eyes by wearing sunglasses with UV protection and large brimmed hats or baseball caps to shield the face. The sun’s rays are the strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so try to keep out of the sun during those hours. The sun’s damaging UV rays can bounce back from sand, snow, water and concrete; be particularly careful of these areas. How do you pick a sunscreen? The selection can be overwhelming. I recommend choosing one that is waterproof and made for children. Store brands are often just as good as name brands. Look for the words “broad-spectrum” on the label to block both UVA and UVB rays. Higher SPF = better coverage. Choose at least SPF 15, preferably 45 or higher. Many children have sensitive skin; before covering your child from head to toe, test the sunscreen on your child’s back to look for an allergic reaction. Apply carefully around the eyes, avoiding the eyelids. Make sure to cover ALL sun-exposed areas, including the hands, feet and backs of the legs. Zinc oxide can be used as extra protection on the nose, cheeks, tops continued on page 62 30 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
Healthy Living
THE ORAL HEALTH CARE
Benefits of Xylitol by Vishant Nath, DMD The article last month touched on the use of xylitol (present in sugar-free gums) to combat bad breath. This article will discuss how xylitol can help to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities. Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of
Bacteria in the mouth cause Roswell Pediatric Dentistry. You may tooth decay. The primary contact him at 678-352-1090 or visit www.kidshappyteeth.com. bacterium that causes tooth decay is Streptococcus mutans. The bacteria live off of the food that we eat. The bacteria in the mouth break down the food particles and produce acid. This is called an “acid attack.” The acid attack weakens the tooth structure, allowing for the formation of cavities. After eating, this acidic environment remains in the mouth for as long as 30 minutes, before being neutralized slowly over time. So this creates a prolonged environment that is unfriendly to your teeth. Slowly but surely, the enamel is broken down and cavities can begin to form. Picture this happening several times over a day, as we eat and you can see how troubling this can be. Now let’s introduce xylitol into the system by chewing xylitolcontaining gum after a meal or snack. Bacteria cannot break down xylitol. There are a couple of reasons why this helps the teeth. When xylitol is introduced into the mouth, less acid is produced, so the teeth are protected from cavities. Also, since the bacteria cannot break down xylitol, they are not fed. The levels of bacteria can fall by as much as 90%. Obviously, having less cavity-causing bacteria present in your mouth is a great benefit! The sweetness of xylitol-containing gum stimulates salivary glands. Saliva protects the mouth and teeth, so having more of it is another benefit for your teeth. Also the saliva that is stimulated by chewing xylitol-containing gum actually works to neutralize the acidity of the mouth more quickly than normal. All of these factors lend credibility to the use of xylitol to help strengthen teeth and prevent cavity formation. Of course, the best way to prevent cavities would be to brush away any food particles each time that we eat. But an acceptable alternative throughout the day would be the use of xylitol-containing gum. This, in addition to establishing good oral hygiene habits (brushing twice daily and flossing before bedtime) can go a long way towards creating happy, healthy smiles!
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COVER
“It’s All in the Family” What’s in a name? For Reliable Heating & Air, it’s all in the name. Family owned and locally operated since 1978, Reliable is the company to call for all of your heating and air needs. Dan Jape, owner, takes great pride in his reputation of providing personal, high quality service, reasonable and reliable prices, as well as the top of the line products. “We love what we do; we love providing service and comfort,” shared Dan. “We are 100 percent upfront and honest with our customers, the good and the bad — we are honest. We truly care and we are truly passionate about providing our customers with the best,” Dan noted. In an industry
where customers are often leery of being taken advantage of, Dan places great importance on treating each person fairly. “We treat all of our customers with the utmost fairness and respect. People are looking for a company that is trustworthy; we give them reason to trust us.” Reliable has lived up to their name in our community and it all has come from very humble beginnings.
“My mom went and created a business card with the name ‘Reliable.’ She said, ‘This is what people want.’”
Dan started his business as a one man show. His dedication and work ethic were evident at a young age, instilled in him by his father. “When I was 13 years old, I wanted to make money so I walked to a construction site near my home and asked for a job,” shared Dan. “A heating and air job is what they offered.” After working and attending school, Dan went on to the Owner, Dan Jape with son Daniel and company mascot, Puppers.
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University of Georgia. He then took a job with a commercial heating and air company. “I have always been able to make a friend anywhere I went. Through this commercial business, I was offered side work with residential customers,” Dan said. This “side work” grew and with his mother’s encouragement, in 1978 Reliable Heating & Air was born. “My mom said, ‘why don’t you hang out a shingle?’ She went and created business cards with the name ‘Reliable.’ ‘This is what people want.’” Reliable was busy almost immediately. By 1980, they had five employees and in 1981 Dan encountered a gentleman that passed along a great amount of business to him through apartments and rental homes. “This was in 1981; it was time to market the business. I was very, very blessed,” Dan shared. Reliable’s first office was established in 1984 in Doraville. From humble beginnings, Reliable is now one of the largest heating and air businesses in Atlanta, built on hard work, honest values, reliable service and quality products. Built on these same principles, Reliable is now offering plumbing services. As the leader in the heating and cooling industry, often times customers would ask for referrals to handle their plumbing needs since they have always felt a high level of trust and satisfaction from conducting business with Reliable. “We have searched for many years for the right plumber who provides the same great service we like to give our customers and have never been able to give a recommendation without worrying about the outcome,” Dan stated. “We are now proud to announce we have opened a plumbing division offering the same great pricing and helpful, cheerful service our customers have always counted on for their heating and cooling needs and we guarantee 100% satisfaction!”
From humble beginnings, Reliable is now one of the largest heating and air businesses in Atlanta, built on hard work, honest values, reliable service and quality products. Reliable is your hometown, down to earth business and owner Dan, remains available to the customers whether they drop by the office or he comes out on a call. The personal touch is still very important and so is keeping it in the family. Dan’s son, Daniel, has also joined the family business. “With our lifetime warranty, customers are often concerned, ‘who will take care of me?’ It is critical to have continuity and Daniel will provide just that,” Dan shared. Daniel is growing with the business, learning each specific area from his father, from sales to the technological side. “Daniel is a huge part of the story of this business,” Dan shared proudly. Dan Carmody
RH&A Highlights Since 1978, Reliable Heating & Air conditioning has been serving all of Metro Atlanta’s heating & cooling needs. We’re a local, family owned and operated company - big enough to provide a wide range of services and the highest quality products, but small enough to offer first-class service with a personal touch. When you need service on your heating and air conditioning, or need to replace your current equipment, give us a call, and you’ll see why thousands of your neighbors have chosen us to be their contractor of choice. •
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Cherokee Ford is a family owned and operated business, with a history of employee retention. Many of our employees have been with the Dealership for more than ten years.
We are celebrating our 20th year in business and our 17th year at this location.
We have an award winning Service Department, a customer-friendly Quick Lane, and Collision Center. No appointments are necessary in any of our departments. We offer factory trained and certified technicians in our Service Departments, and I-Car certified technicians in our Collision Center. Our repairs come with a 12 month/12,000 mile warranty. Our Collision Center offers a warranty for as long as you own the vehicle.
“We perform paintless dent removal, detailing and windshield replacement.” We are customer friendly, with very competitive pricing, our Owner Advantage rewards card, which credits you five percent of every dollar spent in Service, Good, Better, and Best pricing on oil changes, starting at $17.95, and five dollars over cost on all of our tires. We regularly beat our competition, while providing truly friendly service and quality parts, installed by the best technicians.
Cherokee Ford in Woodstock is located at exit 8 off I-575. (Towne Lake Parkway)
We have a state of the art Diesel Truck shop, staffed by top quality technicians. We provide Fleet pricing to companies with five or more vehicles. Cherokee Ford Service regularly hosts youth organizations, local high school auto shop students, and youth groups in our Departments. We also host our annual “Drive For Excellence,” which rewards high achieving high school students an opportunity to win a laptop computer each quarter, and register for our annual drawing for a new car. If you have any questions or comments, please contact our Fixed Operations Director, Rick Foltz at 770-592-0090. Email is rfoltz@cherokeeford.com. 34 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
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by Kara Kiefer If it’s been a while since you’ve been on the other side of the bridge to downtown Woodstock, you’ll be pleased to find some exciting things happening! Last November, the Cotton Mill Deli joined the ranks of new establishments near Main Street. Eager to try something new, we headed downtown for lunch, and we weren’t disappointed! The Cotton Mill Deli, owned by local residents Jake and Aly Marler, is located in the former Neon Zone store on Towne Lake Parkway, on the right just before Main Street. The inside space is much larger than it looks from the street. The historical building is comfortably spacious, with hardwood floors and exposed brick walls. Patrons can enjoy breakfast or lunch, any time of the day, a full coffee bar and free Wi Fi. Breakfast options include muffins, coffee cake, bagels and bagel sandwiches. Lunch fare includes a wide variety of unique cold and grilled sandwiches prepared to order, featuring Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. Jake is a New Jersey native and wanted to create sandwiches that were familiar to him. Knowing the love residents have for college sports, several of the sandwiches are named after well-known mascots such as The Bull Dog, The Yellow Jacket, The Owl and the Nittany Lion. Others have personal meanings. The Samuel L. Adams is
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named after the building’s owner, the Walter A. Smith after Jake’s best friend and The PJ after his grandfather. The Wolverine and The Eagle pay homage to our local high schools. A veggie burger also is available. I tried the Nittany Lion — hot ham, salami and pepperoni cooked in Texas Pete hot sauce topped with Provolone and roasted red peppers. It hit everything I like in a sandwich; savory, a little spicy, melty and filling. My husband enjoyed the Rakkasan — salami, pepperoni, Taylor ham and provolone. Sides are extra and include homemade potato and macaroni salad, cole slaw, fruit cup or chips. Jake said the chicken salad is a customer favorite, followed closely by the tuna. Kids can enjoy grilled cheese, Old School (bologna and cheese, hot or cold), PBJ or The PJ (peanut butter and banana). I’m a salad kind of girl at lunchtime, so I was glad to hear Jake will be adding salad selections this summer. Every other Saturday night is open mic night, featuring great local talent. Cotton Mill Deli can cater your next event with items from the menu or personally created for the event. And the Cotton Mill is the perfect place to grab a brown bag dinner for the next Woodstock concert in the park — call ahead and it will be ready when you are! The next time you’re in the mood to try something different, head toward downtown Woodstock and give Cotton Mill Deli a try.
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NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL CHEROKEE Cut Your Cancer Risk — One Bite at a Time by Carol Brazier, RD, CDE, Northside Hospital Diabetes and Nutrition Education Program
Change the way you eat and you could reduce your risk of becoming a cancer statistic. Each year, more than 570,000 Americans die of cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. One-third of those deaths correlate with diet and inactivity. Eating fruits, vegetables and fiber helps protect healthy cells from cancer-causing free radicals and keeps weight in check. Fruits and veggies build up your immune system with cancerfighting antioxidants. Fiber keeps food from lingering in the intestines, where it can latch onto cancer-causing carcinogens, breaking down good cells. If visions of spinach mounds and celery stalks haunt you — we have eight ways to think outside the salad bowl. 1. Morning Makeover — Top off your oatmeal or cereal with berries or sliced bananas. Making scrambled eggs? Sauté mushrooms with cancer-busting garlic for a veggie scramble. Wash it down with 100 percent fruit juice. 2. Get Saucy — Creamy pasta sauces can be loaded with fat, but you can use veggies and olive oil instead. Throw in tomatoes (lycopene), spinach (magnesium) and carrots (beta-carotene). 3. Go Asian — Chock-full of veggies, stir fries spice up a weeknight meal. Use a small amount of canola oil with snow peas, scallions and reduced sodium soy sauce. Substitute brown rice for fried rice. 4. Meatless Monday — Replacing meat with plant-based sources of protein, such as lentils, peas and beans provides nutrients, without the fat. Nuts supply protein too, but with higher fat, be mindful of serving sizes. For die-hard meat lovers, stick with chicken and turkey or fish. Keep red meat to a minimum, as it can contain more carcinogens when cooked. 40 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
5. Mix it Up — Create a dried-fruit mixture with ingredients such as apricots, apples, cherries, figs and dates. Sprinkle cinnamon or ginger and add your favorite nuts for an afternoon pick-me-up. 6. Shred It — Carrots, apples, oranges and zucchini can be grated and used in casseroles, pancakes, muffins and bread. 7. Blend a Smoothie — Blend unsweetened fruit, especially berries, with low-fat milk or yogurt. A spoonful of nut butter provides extra protein. Stock up on fruit in season and freeze for later use. 8. Add Flavor — Tempt your taste buds with antioxidant-rich seasonings such as rosemary, garlic, sage and olive oil. Pair bell peppers with hummus, roasted vegetables with herbs and balsamic vinegar, fruit with yogurt. Power up your turkey sandwich — use avocado instead of mayo.
Northside Hospital’s Cancer Care Program From nutrition and prevention to treatment and recovery, Northside provides extensive resources across the cancer continuum. Northside Hospital is among 14 new sites chosen by the National Cancer Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, to join a national network of community cancer centers (NCCCP) offering expanded research opportunities and state-of-the-art cancer care.
Learn more about cancer prevention and care at
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Marietta Plastic Surgery Keith West, MD, FACS Michael J. McNeel, MD, FACS Thaddeus S. Fabian, MD, FACS Keith Hanna, MD, FACS John D. Symbas, MD 823 Campbell Hill St. Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 425-0118
149 Towne Lake Pkwy., Suite 104 Woodstock, GA 30188 (678) 494-2380
Marietta Plastic Surgery (MPS) has been providing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery care to the Marietta/Cobb region for over 20 years. Recognizing a need in the Woodstock/ Cherokee area, Marietta Plastic Surgery established an office in Woodstock in 2003 and recently opened a beautiful, new facility in this area conveniently located just off the I-575 corridor. Offering cosmetic improvements to the breast, face and body as well as non surgical options for facial aging, Marietta Plastic Surgery is the top choice to enhance your natural beauty. MPS is staffed with four highly trained surgeons, board certified in plastic surgery, the only legitimate plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. With this fact, patients can rest assured that they are being treated by doctors who are experts in their craft. The practice is also welcoming Dr. John Symbas in July. Each doctor is broadly and uniquely trained in the field of plastic surgery, including cosmetic improvements to the breast, face and body. MPS offers patients two accredited surgical suites on site that allows for expertise, safety and privacy for the cosmetic patient’s surgical care. The surgeons also provide a significant amount of breast cancer reconstruction care to the Atlanta metro area. Staying current with the trends and advancements in their field is a priority. They offer the newest dermal fillers as well as the fast growing procedure of fat grafting. Breast enhancement remains very popular and the plastic surgeons are involved in the latest techniques and products for this treatment. Patients travel from around the world to seek treatment at MPS and the doctors also travel internationally to share ideas and learn the latest advancements. In addition to commonly known plastic surgery procedures, the practice is also very busy with non-surgical options for facial aging such as fillers (Juvidèrm®, Restylane®, Sculptra®, Radiesse®), lasers (Thermage® for skin tightening or acne scars, IPL for skin discolorations or KTP for red spots and
lines) or Botox®. No one is better suited to perform less invasive procedures than a plastic surgeon who understands and can provide the full spectrum of treatments. MPS also has a certified aesthetician who works under their direction to provide customized facials and peels as well as to partner with skin care clients with home product care. The doctors at MPS also perform permanent hair transplant surgery and specialized surgery around the eyes called oculoplastic surgery. MPS also offers a specialist in medical micropigmentation. A full spectrum of lasers to treat skin spots and discolorations, unwanted hair, and aging of the skin is offered at their Woodstock location. The staff at Marietta Plastic Surgery has created a warm, welcoming and comfortable environment for their patients. The surgeons and staff strive to provide each client with a personalized appointment that includes education from the physician regarding options of how to best address their concerns. MPS patient coordinators guide each patient through a private and extensive consultation, surgical procedure and recovery. Major insurances as well as major credit cards are accepted. They also have relationships with several companies that offer excellent financing rates for cosmetic procedures. Marietta Plastic Surgery cares for the community that they serve. Sponsoring and supporting several local charities and groups both financially and with no cost services, breast cancer issues are on the top of their list of priorities. With board certified plastic surgeons trained at some of the most prestigious hospitals in America, Marietta Plastic Surgery offers the community highly skilled, caring and experienced plastic surgeons and continues to grow with the area.
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THOMAS EYE GROUP, PC Excellent Patient Care, Latest Technology Serves Woodstock (770) 928-4544 l www.thomaseyegroup.com 149 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 102, Woodstock, GA 30188 The doctors at Thomas Eye Group’s seven offices focus on providing excellent and personal patient care. As one of metro Atlanta’s largest eye care practices, Thomas Eye Group offers a wide spectrum of ophthalmology and eye care services for all ages, from newborns to seniors. In Woodstock, patients are seen by three board-certified ophthalmologists – glaucoma and cataract specialist Mark Berman, M.D., pediatric and strabismus specialist Jerry Berland, M.D., retina specialist Paul Kaufman, M.D. – and our pediatric optometrist, Anar Maurya, O.D. All four doctors are well trained and exceptionally experienced in their fields and work with a highly skilled support staff.
Founded in 1974, Thomas Eye Group has served the greater Atlanta community by providing full service eye care to patients of all ages. Services offered include, but are not limited to: •
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Eye examinations are important from an early age to build a foundation of good health. The specialty of pediatric eye care requires training to understand the development of a child’s vision. As people age, their vision changes and certain conditions may develop that not only affect a person’s ability to see but their overall health as well. Having regular eye examinations can help detect problems early and resolve issues to improve vision or to stabilize eye health. Tests for glaucoma, cataracts or other diseases of the eye identify problems that often can be improved with medical treatment and/or surgery. Thomas Eye Group is a full-service eye-care provider of routine eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, LASIK, as well as medical, surgical and cosmetic service. Thomas Eye Group has specialists in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, adult strabismus, retina, orbital surgery and oculoplastics. The practice also operates Thomas Eye Surgery Center, a full-service ambulatory surgery center for ophthalmologic surgery. Offices are located in Alpharetta, Atlanta-Perimeter, Decatur, Lilburn, Newnan, Roswell and Woodstock. Thomas Eye Group has received the Consumer Choice Award for Eye Care Professionals every year since 2007. Additionally, it was chosen as the Readers’ Choice for 2010 by AroundAbout North Fulton and in both 2010 and 2011 by AroundAbout Woodstock. Complete biographies of each of our doctors can be found on our website, as well as other information about Thomas Eye Group, at
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Olde Time Pharmacy
From left to right: Richard Noell and Shad Sutherland. 402 Argonne Terrace Canton, GA 30115 (770) 783-0483
684 Sixes Road, Suite 105 Holly Springs, GA 30115 (678) 445-4486
Olde Time Pharmacy is an independent compounding pharmacy that opened in 2006 and is located off Highway 140 near Hickory Flat in front of Harmony on the Lakes subdivision. Richard Noell, pharmacist and owner, wanted to provide Cherokee County residents with a more personalized pharmacy experience. In December of 2010, Richard partnered with Shad Sutherland to open a second location off Sixes Road in the Northside-Holly Springs Medical Building. These two pharmacies provide exceptional patient care to the residents of Hickory Flat, Holly Springs, Canton and Woodstock. The two pharmacies have four pharmacists, two full time, Richard Noell and Shad Sutherland, and two part time, Amber Brandt and Jenny Sutherland. They have a combined total of 51 years of experience in practicing pharmacy. Richard received his pharmacy degree from the University of Georgia in 2000. Shad graduated from Chicago College of Pharmacy in 1998, while Amber graduated from Auburn University in 1992 and Jenny graduated from Mercer University Southern School of Pharmacy in 2003. Shad and Richard have received comprehensive training and certification in the lost art of compounding medications. Olde Time Pharmacy is not your run of the mill pharmacy. They strive to make your experience personalized and pleasant. Olde Time Pharmacy is different from your national chain drug stores in that they provide ample time to discuss your medications in detail. Patients leave the pharmacy with the knowledge they need to successfully treat their condition. Whether it is prescriptions from Urgent Care, maintenance medications, immunizations or compounded medicines, Olde Time Pharmacy can help you with all your prescription and nonprescription needs. They are not competing with the chain drug stores who want to achieve high volume. They have lower prices than your national drug chain and they offer free local delivery for those who cannot make it to the store. They are here to provide specialized and individualized quality care to all of their patients. You will not be just a number at Olde Time Pharmacy; you will be their friend.
There is a significant need in the community today for a pharmacy that will go above and beyond the call of duty. Olde Time Pharmacy is that kind of pharmacy. The pharmacists truly want to make your experience quick and pleasant so you can devote your time to more important endeavors. Olde Time Pharmacy compounds many products including hormone replacement creams and capsules such as estrogen, testosterone and progesterone, to name a few as well as veterinary medications and pain relief gels. The pharmacists are certified to give all immunizations to children and adults nine years and older. Durable medical equipment, Jobst support hose, breast pumps and fashion color canes are all available in the store. Diabetic shoes, nebulizers and diabetic testing supplies are also available and can be billed to insurance. Olde Time Pharmacy accepts all major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and Workers’ Compensation. Stop in soon so they can show you the “Olde Time” difference. Free Local Delivery Personalized Services Lower Prices Than National Chain Stores Durable Medical Equipment Custom Compounding Diabetic Shoes Immunizations (Zostavax, influenza, pneumococcal, etc) Jobst Support Hose Breast Pumps Home Health Equipment Accepts All Major Insurance Plans (including Workers’ compensation, Medicare Part D, etc)
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cANTON ENT Should I see an ENT?
Dr. David Edwards
(770) 924-1915 | www.cantonent.com 8294 Highway 92, Suite 110, Woodstock, GA 30189
Otolaryngologists, known as ear, nose and throat physicians (ENT), specialize in diseases and disorders of the ears, nose and throat and related head and neck areas.
About Canton ENT and Dr. David Edwards
ENTs can diagnose and care for problems of the sinuses, breathing, headaches, snoring, sleep disorders, larynx (voice box), upper pharynx (throat), mouth and other neck and facial areas. Considering the importance of the function of the region (from facial expression to voice to hearing) treated by an ENT, you owe it to yourself to ensure that you are taking the best care for ears, nose and throat.
David Edwards, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and treats pediatric to adult patients. He specializes in ear disorders, ear tube conditions, hearing problems, adenoids, head and neck cancer, sleep apnea, pediatric otolaryngology, sinus and allergic disorders, voice disorders and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), as well as nasal surgery and tonsillectomy.
With one in 10 Americans being affected by hearing loss, it is important to have your ears checked for possible hearing loss. Although hearing problems are commonly associated with the normal aging process, more than half of all hearing-impaired persons are younger than 65. With the increased use of personal music players (MP3 players) and earbuds, the number of Americans experiencing hearing loss at a younger age is growing.
Dr. Edwards founded Canton ENT in 1989 and has over 25 years of experience in the treatment of ear, nose and throat ailments. Dr. Edwards is also Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology, a Fellow with the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons.
About 35 million people develop chronic sinusitis each year, making it one of the most common health complaints in America. At the time it can be difficult for a person to know whether a problem with the sinuses is caused by allergy, infection, a structural problem or some combination of these. An ENT Physician is trained to help sort this out and then to treat the causes. Instead of waiting for pain, loss of hearing, difficulty swallowing, sleep apnea, or other conditions to manifest themselves, make an appointment with your local ENT and be checked.
Canton ENT provides a wide range of services including:
Singing, speaking, eating and communicating all involve the throat area. ENTs specialize in managing disorders in the throat, including: • growths (polyps) on vocal cords • soreness • Reflux and Heartburn • diseases of the upper digestive tract (esophagus) • difficulty swallowing The head and neck house muscles and nerves that control sight, smell, hearing and facial expression. Problems in this area include tumors, facial trauma, cranial nerve disorders and facial deformities. Make an appointment with an ENT if you experience problems with your hearing or have: • recurring ear infections • a balance disorder • tinnitus (ringing, tingling or steady noise in your ear) • nerve pain
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Hearing Evaluation and Ear Surgery Endoscopic Sinus and Laser Surgery Sinus Problems Dizziness / Vertigo and balance problems evaluated and treated Sore Throats Headaches Fatigue Ear Aches Snoring / Sleep Apnea
Hearing evaluation services, including hearing aids and vestibular/balance evaluations are available at Canton ENT. Other professional services available at Canton ENT include: • • • •
Discreet, digital hearing aids for any hearing loss Two-year manufacturer’s warranty on all devices 30-day money back guarantee Communication counseling for the hearing impaired and their family members
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Pinnacle Orthopaedics Get to Know Pinnacle
720 Transit Ave., Suite 202 Canton, GA 30114 (770) 345-5717
1505 Stone Bridge Pkwy., Suite 200 Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 926-9112
When Joan Martin became a patient of Dr. Stan Dysart, she was having a lot of pain in her knees. The pain was affecting her daily life and she needed to sit often. He suggested injections for her knees, which helped for several years. But when the cartilage eventually wore out to where there was very little left, Mrs. Martin needed knee joint replacements. The replacements were very successful and she later had her hip replaced by Dr. Dysart. She has been very grateful for her new knees and hip. “With a complete recovery, a rose from Dr. Dysart to cheer me, and professional hospital staff, and physical therapists, I was able to go on a cruise to Alaska and a trip to China,” states Mrs. Martin.
some area high school, college and professional teams. Pinnacle is the official orthopaedic and sports medicine provider for the Atlanta Beat, the women’s professional soccer team. Dr. Stan Dysart, Dr. Mark Diehl and Dr. Jessica Bilotta are the team physicians. Dr. Diehl and Dr. Dysart are the team physicians for Kennesaw State University and several local high schools. Dr. Mike Kuczmanski is the team physician for Southern Polytechnic State University and a local high school. Dr. Alan Swayze is the team physician for Reinhardt University. Pinnacle provides orthopaedic coverage at games and assists with injuries for various sports including football, basketball, soccer and track and field.
This is just one of the many success stories by Pinnacle Orthopaedics’ patients. Pinnacle patients certainly vary from muscle strains and bone fractures to joint replacements and spine surgery, but all with the same results. At Pinnacle, they believe in results and their physicians are constantly pursuing leading edge technologies and investing in research and education in new and innovative techniques. Using this advanced approach, they are able to maximize results and minimize recovery time allowing their patients to get back to enjoying what is really important.
Pinnacle Orthopaedics was founded in 1997 after two practices joined. They have 9 offices in Carroll, Cobb, Cherokee, and Paulding. The Cherokee offices are in Canton at Transit Avenue and Riverstone Parkway and in Woodstock at Stone Bridge Parkway and Towne Lake Parkway. “Pinnacle Orthopaedics has been in Cherokee County for over 13 years and we have seen the area grow and have grown with it,” states Founder, Paul Payne, M.D. Both Cherokee offices have recently relocated to larger, more efficient space. “We outgrew each office and have been growing ever since,” says Dr. Payne. “The new offices better serve our patients, with better space, equipment and technology,” says Dr. Mike Kuczmanski, Woodstock Managing Physician. “This is a great asset to our patients.”
Pinnacle Orthopaedics provides musculoskeletal care in all facets of orthopaedic care including general orthopaedics, fracture and trauma care, sports medicine and arthroscopy, joint replacement, spine care, limb lengthening and deformity, hand, foot and ankle care, and physiatry. This is what makes Pinnacle unique — they can care for all your orthopaedic needs. In addition to orthopaedic care, physical therapy and MRI services, Pinnacle is opening an Ambulatory Surgery Center in Woodstock this Summer. Pinnacle is also very involved in sports medicine. Sports Medicine is an area of specialty in orthopaedics that involves preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to participating in sports or exercise. Pinnacle physicians provide medical coverage for various sports teams, including
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Kicking Mold and Mildew to the Curb
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ummer is right around the corner and it’s time to get out of the house and take a look at your exterior to see what maintenance and renovation services your home is in need of. Pressure washing is one of the least expensive ways to freshen up your home by removing unsightly mold and mildew. Pressure washing should be done by a professional who uses the right tools and chemicals to effectively remove all mildew without harming lawn, plants or existing paint. Take a look around windows and doors, check the caulking and look for rotten wood. Missing caulking allows moisture into the home and causes wood rot. If it’s been five years since your last exterior paint job you may want to consider having it inspected by a professional. Atlanta Painting and Construction offers free home analysis for all home repairs, maintenance and improvements.
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eplacement windows are one of the best investments in home improvement, providing a strong return on resale value. Not only do they look better/more updated, but they provide insulation that your existing windows do not. The savings from your utility bills could be paying you back for the investment each month. Atlanta Painting and Construction replaces with vinyl, wood and paintable/stainable PVC cellular windows. Our custom vinyl windows can be ordered in over 27 colors. Our cellular PVC windows can be painted or stained to the desired look. Our windows have a larger viewing area, detailed custom trim, invisible screen technology, foam insulation, and larger insulation power than other windows. Unlike other large home improvement companies we do not use high pressure sales tactics or require that all decision makers are at home. We will gladly provide you with an informative consultation and written quote for you to study and make your decision. Call us for a free in home, no pressure consultation.
Atlanta Painting and Construction provides siding repair and replacement utilizing premium siding products from the top manufacturers in the market, such as James Hardie, Certainteed, and Nichiha. Our professionally trained crews are experts at installing these products to manufacturer’s specifications to maintain the manufacturer’s warranty. A complete siding job enhances the entire appearance of your home, improves insulation, and adds value. Following siding installation we apply a premium exterior paint or you may choose from one of the prefinished factory painted products such as James Hardie ColorPlus Technology that has a 15 year finish warranty.
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Kevin Smith, owner of Atlanta Painting and Construction has sold, managed and provided home improvement services to Atlanta and surrounding areas for nearly 15 years. Beginning his career by working for several large home improvement companies, Kevin captured the necessary foundation for understanding home maintenance, improvement and renovation. He found great enjoyment in working with homeowners to improve and transform their most precious asset. In 1997, Kevin started his own business, with a focus on comprehensive services to provide customers one company to call for all their home improvement needs. In addition to having extensive knowledge of the home improvement industry, Kevin embraces technology by using Tablet PC’s and has developed a proprietary software for estimating, design and construction management. Atlanta Painting and Construction is committed to providing quality workmanship, superior customer service and fair pricing.
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Roofing – Utilizing only the best GAF, Certainteed and Owen’s Corning materials, that include 30 year and Lifetime Shingles. We are insurance specialists as well as wind and hail damage experts. Our roofing estimators and crews have thousands of roofs worth of experience under their belts. Call today for a free inspection or estimate. We provide a 10 year labor warranty. Seamless Gutters and Guards – We install 5” and 6” seamless gutters which are custom made on-site. We install gutter covers so that you never have to clean your gutters again! Our gutter covers come with a lifetime no-clog warranty.
Enjoy SUMMER with a new PATIO ROOM! Outdoor patio rooms are hot! Take your patio or deck to the next level with a custom built patio cover, screen room or sun room. Patio Covers offer protection from the sun and rain and provide for a comfortable, relaxing space open to the elements of the seasons. Screen Rooms offer protection from pests and add another gathering place in your home for parties, dinners, and the like. Sun Rooms can provide fully functioning air controlled closed spaces, with operable windows and doors. Each enclosure is custom designed to provide all the preferences of the individual homeowner. Choice of materials available to be used in construction include wood, vinyl or aluminum. Most specifications include custom bead board ceiling (painted or stained), ceiling fan connection, cable outlet for TV or monitor, and electrical outlets. Atlanta Painting and Construction patio rooms are a high quality, beautiful addition to any home. Have your patio cover, screen room or sun room installed just in time to enjoy the beautiful spring weather!
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Licensed & Insured (Worker’s Comp & Liability) ~ Written Warranty No Upfront Money ~ Free Estimates Atlanta Painting and Construction is a full service replacement contractor in Canton, Georgia. We offer a wide variety of services and products for home maintenance and improvement. We do not use high pressure sales techniques to our potential clients. We do not require that “both decision makers” be home during time of estimate. We believe in giving clear, written, proposals to our clients and allow them to take the time to make a decision to go with our company.
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Life At Home
FOCUS ON Strategic Volunteerism by Sonia Carruthers For the past few years I have written about the importance of summer jobs for teenagers. Summer jobs have always been a great way to allow youth to gain experience in the workforce and begin to develop the skills they need to manage their own money. But what if your teenager can’t find a summer job this year? Well, they could sleep late and spend countless hours watching mind numbing television or they can volunteer. While volunteering won’t give them the benefit of a paycheck, it will have long term benefits that can help them with future employment and life lessons that can be priceless. Volunteerism can help your teenager:
Volunteering will provide a youth with some of the major skill sets that future employers will look for, such as: • The willingness to learn • Interpersonal relationships • Multicultural awareness • Problem-solving • Motivation and a positive attitude
• Get experience in a field that he or she might want to go into one day. If they should find that they are not really cut out for that particular field after all, well you have saved time and money on that particular college major.
• Work ethic
• It will help them build their resume. Both the job market and college application process are becoming more and more competitive. Volunteering will allow a youth to have experience that someone else will not have and it will help them stand out from the others.
• Leadership skills
• Even volunteer opportunities, whether it is in a business or a social service agency, will have a specific start time and rules that will have to be followed. A youth volunteer will begin to learn responsibility and time management skills that they will need in the future when they are on their own. • Volunteering is a great way to meet people and begin networking for future career opportunities. • Find opportunities that will prepare them for a future career. Volunteer tutoring for example may be a great way to see if a teaching career is right for them. • Even volunteering to help neighbors with their household chores or yard work will show that this youth is not afraid to take on hard work. • The accomplishment of gaining new skills and helping others will result is a greater sense of self-esteem for a youth.
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Sonia Carruthers is the Executive Director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS. You can e-mail her at cherokeefocus@ wiindstream.net or visit www. cherokeefocus.org.
• Flexibility • Time management
• Professionalism Strategic Volunteerism is not only a new trend for youth but also for displaced adult workers. If you are looking to change fields but do not have an employment background that fits your new goal, volunteering for a business or organization in that field is a great way to get your foot in the door. More and more, we are hearing about adults who took volunteer opportunities and eventually when that organization had an opening, they did not have to go far to find a suitable candidate for their position. Training a volunteer is really no different than training an employee and if an employer has already put the time and effort into someone and is pleased with their work, that volunteer becomes a natural candidate for a paid position. Now I cannot say that all volunteer opportunities lead to paid positions of course, but it never hurts to gain that experience and possibly be in the right place at the right time. One more benefit of volunteering that may be the most important one of all is the fact that you are helping someone. No matter how or where you choose to help, you will benefit another and ultimately feel really good about yourself and what you have accomplished.
Life At Home
WHY DO WE LOVE
to Garden?
We Americans love to landscape our homes. We plant enormous trees, arrange flowers by the dozens, hang baskets from porches and, much to the mail carrier’s dismay, cover our mailboxes with bee-attracting vines. We don’t stop planting until we have gone at least four feet into our neighbor’s yard.
by Eric Hill
Eric Hill is the co-owner of Autumn Hill Nursery & Landscaping. He can be reached at 770-442-3901.
Why do we love to plant? According to the giddy industry experts bouncing on the edge of their seat during the morning shows, we love to garden because it’s healthy for us. They tout calories burned, stress relieved, and meditation-like relaxation. Blah, blah, blah. Any weight I lose landscaping I gain right back with dirt under my nails, and the beer I drink when I’m done. I’ll tell you why we love to garden. We get to accomplish
something from start to finish, and see the immediate results of our effort. When we are done, we can stand back and say, “I did that!” We don’t get that feeling much anymore in our lives. Most of us have jobs where we are responsible for just a small portion of a product that we never see. Even at home, creativity has diminished as we find ways to do things faster. Seems there is a shortcut to everything. Holiday commercials lovingly talk about carrying on family traditions while mom and daughter slice premade cookie dough. If we want to build a swing set, all we have to do is run to the box store, and get all the pre-fabbed parts we need while junior runs back to yank the assembly instruction sheet from the tablet. How can this be building if you don’t even need a measuring tape or drill? Used to be, we helped Mom measure out stuff, and stirred until our arms gave out. We got flour on the floor, and snuck bites of the unbaked cookie dough that was supposed to make us sick. Saturday mornings, we bummed wood from behind our neighbor’s garage, and watched with amazement as Dad turned it into a swing set all the while dutifully getting this tool and that for him. There are no shortcuts to landscaping or gardening. If we choose to do it ourselves, we have to do it all from start to continued on page 62
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Life At Home INVESTING DURING RETIREMENT
Making Your Money Last by Patrick J. Rice, Jr. The need for retirement planning doesn’t end with the onset of retirement. A new retiree’s focus shifts from building wealth to managing and preserving it. One major challenge is to make the investment portfolio supply cash flow for the duration of life through different economic and market conditions.
Patrick J. Rice, Jr. is a Renasant Wealth Management Investment Advisor of Renasant Bank. You may contact him at 678-454-2395 or visit www.renasantbank.com.
Experts have studied portfolio longevity or endurance to help retired investors reduce the odds of depleting their wealth too soon. The general conclusions are that three main factors drive portfolio endurance: asset mix, spending level and investment time frame. Asset Mix — Asset mix describes the ratio of stocks to bonds in a portfolio. This determines risk exposure and expected performance, and is one of the most important decisions investors of all ages can make. A higher allocation to equities increases the risk of experiencing periods of poor returns during retirement. Most advisors believe that investors should have an equity component in their portfolios matching their time frame, risk tolerance and spending flexibility. Spending Level — Portfolio withdrawal is typically described in terms of a specified dollar amount or a percent of annual portfolio value. Neither method is ideal, however. You should weigh your preference for either more stable cash flow or a greater chance of portfolio survival and then customize your withdrawals to smooth out consumption while responding to actual investment performance. Investment Time Frame — Investment time horizon may be the hardest to estimate, especially if it is the same as your lifespan. Retirees should think carefully about equity exposure and avoid taking more risk than they can afford. Considerations — Planning involves assumptions about the future – assumptions that may not pan out. Although you cannot avoid making assumptions, you can ask whether they are realistic and consider how your lifestyle might change if future economic and financial conditions are much different than projected. Focus on managing your asset mix and spending level to match your expected time horizon. Starting early with a savings plan also helps! If you need help, speak with an advisor you trust. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to investing. Securities offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPA. Insurance products offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. Investments are not Bank Guaranteed, not FDIC Insured, not insured by any federal government agency, may lose value and are not a deposit.
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Family and Faith
FATHERHOOD is Less Complicated
by Dr. Mike Litrel, MD Brooke arrived at the emergency room with her mother shortly after church. A beautiful young woman five months pregnant, Brooke had been struggling with nausea since early morning. It continued through the church service until finally she lost the battle and threw up. Right in the middle of the sermon.
the same vulnerabilities. So rather than sacrificing my leather briefcase for my nauseous daughter, I believe I’ll direct her to the floor, thank you very much. Or perhaps the collection plate – an ideal shape, really. This, despite the opinions of prickly parishioners – or perhaps because. In any case, I like to think God would have laughed it off. Dr. Litrel practices with his fellow OB/ GYNs at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists. Dr. Litrel lives in Woodstock with his wife Ann and their two sons, Tyler and Joseph. E-mail Dr. Litrel at www.cherokeewomenshealth.com.
One has to fight the temptation to say the minister’s speaking had room for improvement. But I have to concede the episode was more likely pregnancy related.
Brooke had been experiencing discomfort the entire week and had barely slept a wink. Brooke’s mother had been sitting next to her in the pew. When Brooke complained she was getting hot, Brooke’s mother frantically fanned her with the church bulletin. When Brooke became dizzy, Brook’s mother propped her up during the hymn. And when Brooke said she was about to vomit, Brooke’s mama emptied out her brand new pocketbook and handed it over as an airsick bag. It was a three hundred dollar Coach purse. I share this story to illustrate the difference between fathers and mothers. It has been my observation that fatherhood is a much easier gig. Not only do dads dodge the entire pregnancy thing – and no small thing is that – but our approach to parenting is different, too. What father would empty out his new leather attaché case and hold it beneath his queasy daughter’s mouth? Many a disgusted father would have focused instead on just getting out of the way: “Hey – watch my Sunday best, honey.” Only a mother would immediately sacrifice her most expensive possession at hand. It’s a beautiful impulse, the essence of motherhood – to give, to love, to care. But like it or not, fathers are built differently. Men tend to perform a cost-benefit analysis before resorting to personal sacrifice. Given Brooke’s situation, a father might think: Yes indeed, bodily dysfunction in a public forum is humiliating. But we are all human beings, you know, with
A father will not remove his brand new silk necktie and hand it over to a loved one about to vomit. We’d first grab the unattractive Easter bonnet off the head of the person sitting a pew in front and offer that up instead. Later, an apology deep and profound would be given to the hatless parishioner, along with the requisite offer to purchase a replacement. But the typical man would be thinking – c’mon, we can admit it – “I knew that ugly hat had to be good for something.” Plus it makes a better story later. Brooke and her mother arrived at the emergency room shortly after services with their interesting story and faces full of concern. The damaged Coach bag, I was told, was still in the trunk of their car. I wanted to ask Brooke’s mom to get it, but I didn’t when I realized this was less to appease professional interest and more to satisfy a macabre curiosity. Besides, Brooke and her mom were frightened something was dreadfully wrong. She shouldn’t be hurting, she shouldn’t be vomiting, why oh why is Brooke so miserable? Is the baby ok? Growing a human being inside your body is no easy task. But all of Brooke’s complaints were par for the course. A careful exam confirmed that Brooke and her unborn baby were doing great. We gave Brooke a liter of intravenous fluids to rehydrate after a tough week of human gestation – and some anti-nausea medication. Within an hour or two she felt much better. She and her mother went home happy. There is no more difficult job in the world than being a mother, and possibly none more important. Being a dad can sometimes be challenging. But fatherhood is a cakewalk compared to being a mom. So this Father’s Day is not the time for us men to pat ourselves on the back. It’s a day for us to appreciate the women in our lives who made it all possible. And it’s a day for us to dedicate ourselves – as fathers and sons and husbands – to being the very best we can! www.aroundwoodstock.com 53
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LOST IN
Translation
The Lord’s Prayer (translated from the original Aramaic) “Oh Thou, from Whom the breath of Life comes,
by Laurie Troublefield This morning I received a newsletter from Bulgarian friends who are missionaries in China. They send these out 4-5 times a year, telling of their adventures, the struggles, and the faithfulness of Jesus to them and the people to whom they’ve Laurie Troublefield is the director of been sent. This time they ended training with Grace Connections. You may contact her at their letter with something laurie@graceconnectionsonline.org different, a direct translation of Matthew 6:9-13, or more commonly known to us as, “The Lord’s Prayer,” from the language in which Jesus actually spoke the words, Aramaic. It struck me as rather profound and amazingly different from what I can quote without even thinking and I thought it might be an encouragement to you. So, here you go…
Who fills all realms of sound, light and vibration. May Your light be experienced in my utmost holiest. Your Heavenly Domain approaches. Let Your will come true in the universe (all that vibrates) just as on the earth (that is material and dense). Give us wisdom (understanding, assistance) for our daily need; detach the fetters of faults that bind us, like we let go the guilt of others. Let us not be lost in superficial things (materialism, common temptations), but let us be freed from that what keeps us off from our true purpose. From You comes the all-working will, the lively strength to act, the song that beautifies all and renews itself from age to age. Amên. (Sealed in trust, faith and truth, I confirm with my entire being). Hmmm, sounds a lot different doesn’t it? Well, sort of but then, maybe not. Yeah, it does. So, what happened? Why are these words so different, so much more poetic, more lively, more inducing toward worship? Maybe it’s just that they’re not the same ones we’ve always heard, or maybe something has been lost in the many and various translations of the language into English throughout the centuries. All I know is that when I read it, I feel alive. So much of our “modern day” Christianity seems like dry and lifeless tradition. I think that’s a major reason why so many churches are empty and even closing their doors. It’s not that people don’t believe and it’s not that they need a deeper level of commitment or devotion; it’s that the miracle of hearing Jesus’ words has often been replaced by the hearing of someone’s interpretation of them. Don’t hear me wrong, the written scriptures are such a gift to us, and we cherish having them. But, there’s a miraculous reality for us in hearing THE WORD (Jesus) speak to our hearts directly. Take a moment to ask Him, to listen, and to wonder as He speaks to you. And if you have a story to tell about this, please, send me an email and tell me about it. I might just hear Him through you!
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MOM AND KIDS Father’s Day
by Colin Morris Father’s Day and my wedding anniversary always fall on the same weekend. I must confess that this lets me off the hook somewhat. Two celebrations in one weekend means less pressure on me to make Colin Morris is a freelance writer who resides in Woodstock with her husband and three children. Father’s Day a huge deal. But, I think Dad’s like to play it down anyway, don’t you? It is not easy for them to be the center of attention. As moms and kids we want them to enjoy Father’s Day and feel honored. However, we do not always know the best way to make that happen. Plus, dads do not always know the best way to tell us what they truly want. So, I asked the dads in my life for the inside scoop. Here is what I learned.
First, I asked my husband. What do you really want for Father’s Day? And not just the politically correct version either. Do you really want time off to go watch the game with the guys? Do you really want to sleep in and have us detail the car? Now is your chance to whisper in my ear the secret to a good Father’s Day for you. His answer? Food. He said, “I really want a day full of my favorite meals. I think moms should find out what the dads in their lives love to eat and fix it for them.” Then he also added, “I want to spend time with my kids on Father’s Day having fun together. Maybe we could go to White Water together or something like that. I want to just enjoy being a dad on Father’s Day.” Next, I asked my own Dad, grandfather to my kids, what he really wants for Father’s Day. He wrote back with three answers: “Clothes. Wow! Did I say that? Yes, but here’s the thought. At this point in my life, my wardrobe is well aged (just like I am). When the occasion calls for being a little more stylish I find that the clothes that I received as gifts are better.” His second request: “Cards with hand written ‘I appreciate you because. . .’ sentiments.” He said, “I am very proud of my grown children. I hope that my fathering efforts contributed to their character and success in life.” And the third ideas was, “An activity or event gift. I am always up for new things and continued on page 62
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FROM THE PASTOR
It’s That Good!
by Herb Sims I was rolling a banquet table across the parking lot yesterday and was flooded with memories. My dad would show me things from his childhood, how to make a rabbit box or how to make a toy from things you find Herb Sims is the pastor of Gracelife around the farm. The banquet Church. You may contact him at 404table reminded me of the 509-3397. barrel hoop that I used to spend hours rolling with a stick. Doesn’t sound like much, but it represented time spent with my father. It is interesting how that happens, a smell or a sound takes us back to a moment in time where we were imprinted with a memory that testifies to something really good. This good thing I gained from time with my father was an understanding, a perception that “stuff” wasn’t what it was all about and simple was best. What I came to understand from my earthly father was the fruit of time with him not from the principles he tried to teach me and I, in turn, often failed in applying. My dad died 19 years ago but it seems like yesterday. I wish I could tell him how much his loving presence taught me. What about our Heavenly Father? How did we really come to understand God’s grace? Were we just fortunate enough to learn a particular teaching or viewpoint? Or is the good we know because God made us alive through Christ in the giving of His Spirit, His presence? You see, as long as we keep thinking it’s up to us to make God’s word real by applying His principles,w2 we will continue to view God’s miracle as a delicate balance between finding the true truth and getting the correct handle on how to live it. And somehow, we will attribute our latest success to the current truth we have mastered instead of to the miracle of Christ. But the truth is instead of living in the success of “application” we often hide in our failure to measure up to our Heavenly Father’s expectations.
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What if it is all about His presence and not His principles? What if it is only our former principle-based perception that haunts us with the notion that this grace we received in Christ needs our application to make it work? What if it is only this illusion of “application” that keeps us thinking and acting as if it is all up to us, as if we are still separate from Him? What if the true message of Christ is actively smashing this illusion by the declaration of His life in us? Sounds a little too good to be true, don’t you think? Maybe, it’s that good.
Woodstock Directory Listings Faith & Worship Baptist
Calvary Baptist 137 Hightower Road, 770-887-6982 www.calvarybaptistweb.com Cherokee Baptist Church 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, 770-720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Faith Community Church 659 Arnold Mill Road, 770-516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org First Baptist Church of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, 770-926-4428 www.fbcw.org Mt. Olive Baptist Church 131 Mill Street, 770-928-1334 New Victoria Baptist Church 6659 Bells Ferry Road, 770-926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org North Arnold Mill Baptist Church 4206 N. Arnold Mill Road, 770-926-8087 South Cherokee Baptist Church 7504 Highway 92, 770-926-0422 Stonecrest Baptist Church 485 Arnold Mill Road, 770-926-8820 Toonigh Baptist Church 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon 770-928-2491 Welcome All Baptist Church 545 Stell Road, 770-928-0555
Episcopal
Roman Catholic
Christ The Redeemer 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, 404-395-5003
Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church 2941 Sam Nelson Road, 770-479-8923
Episcopal Church of the Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, 770-928-7916 www.annunciationepiscopal.org Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church 2795 Ridge Road, Canton, 770-345-6722
jEWISH Chabad Jewish Center 1635 Old US Highway 41, 770-771-9952 www.jewishwoodstock.com
Lutheran Timothy Lutheran Church, LC-MS 556 Arnold Mill Road, 770-928-2812
Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church Woodstock Funeral Home Chapel 8855 Main Street, 770-485-0504 www.stelizabethga.org
Presbyterian Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA 1498 Johnson Brady Road, 770-704-9594 www.cherokee-pca.org Geneva Orthodox Presbyterian Church 471 Arnold Mill Road, 770-833-3797 www.genevaopc.org Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, 770-926-0074
St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, 770-516-0009
Seventh Day Adventist Cherokee Seventh Day Adventist 101 Rope Mill Road, 770-591-7304 www. cherokee.netadvent.org
United Methodist Big Springs United Methodist Church 2066 Sugar Pike Road, 770-475-1796 City On A Hill - A New United Methodist Church Worshipping at Woodstock Library 7745 Main Street, 678-445-3480 www.cityonahillumc.org Little River United Methodist Church 12455 Highway 92, 770-926-2495 Mount Gilead United Methodist Church 889 Arnold Mill Road, 770-591-0837 Mountain View United Methodist Church 2300 Jamerson Road, 770-928-0050 www.mvumc.org Woodstock united methodist church 109 Towne Lake Parkway, 770-516-0371 www.woodstockumc.org
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FAITH & WORSHIP Other Churches Allen Temple, AME Church 232 Arnold Mill Road, 770-926-6348 www.allentempleame.org
Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, 770-592-9900 revfreeman@yahoo.com
Together We Rise Meeting: Second and fourth Tuesdays Contact: Pat Snipes, 404-569-5280
Hickory Flat Church of God 947 Bailey Road, 770-475-4321
Women of Woodstock Meeting: First and third Wednesdays Contact: 770-928-2700
Allpoints Community Church 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, 678-493-3430 www.allpointschurch.com
The Lighthouse Church 18271 Union Hill Road, 770-664-3644
Bells Ferry Church of God 6718 Bells Ferry Road, 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com
Momentum Church 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv
branches of christ 5946 Jacobs Road, 770-917-4964 www.branchesofChrist.com BridgePointe Church Meeting at Woodstock High School 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, 770-924-9161 www.ctkatlanta.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main Street, 678-494-2193 www.ngca.org
Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400 770-591-0040 www.resurrectionwoodstock.org Sunnyside Church of God 2510 E. Cherokee Drive Woodstock, GA 30188 770-693-1018 Towne Lake Community Church 132 N. Medical Parkway, 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Woodstock Christian Church 7700 Highway 92, 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org
Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints Woodstock Ward, 770-926-7230 www.lds.org
Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, 770-926-8838 Servico En Espanol Domingo, 770-926-8271
Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net
Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, 770-924-4499 www.wcnga.com
Cornerstone Community Church 503 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 160 www.ccchurchonline.org
Woodstock Community Church 8534 Main Street, 770-926-8990
Covenant Christian Center Worship Annex 330 Adam Jenkins Memorial Boulevard 2463 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-0307 www.cityofcovenant.org Covenant of Peace Ministries 604 Industrial Court, 770-821-8972 www.covenantofpeace.org Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, 770-516-5733 Empowerment Tabernacle Christian Church 507 Industrial Drive, 770-928-7478 Grace Life Church 655 Molly Lane, Suite 140, 404-509-3397 www.gracelifeonline.org
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Organizations
Business Organizations American Business Women’s Association Meeting: Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Lori Matthewson, 770-720-6274
Woodstock Community Business Association Meeting: Second Monday at noon Contact: info@woodstockcba.com
Charitable Organizations Cherokee Child Advocacy Council Contact: Mary Migliaro, 770-345-8100 Website: www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Cherokee County Family Child Care Association Contact: 770-926-8055 Cherokee County Humane Society Contact: 770-928-5115 Website: www.cchumanesociety.org Cherokee County Special Olympics Meeting: First Monday at 7 p.m. Contact: Colleene Konwick, 770-517-7101 Companion Animal Connection Contact: 678-493-9847 Website: www.cacadopt.petfinder.com Feed My Lambs, Inc. Contact: 770-795-9349 Website: www.feedmylambs.net Genesis Adoptions Contact: 770-517-0043 Website: www.genesis-adoptions.org Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Contact: 404-862-6180 lmartin@gsgatl.org Website: www.gsgatl.org Habitat for Humanity Contact: 770-345-1024 Website: www.habitat-ncg.org
Cherokee Area Business Connection Meeting: Every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. Contact: Marci Zied, 770-345-8687
The Hope Center Contact: 770-924-0864 Website: www.hopectr.com
Cherokee Toastmasters Meeting: Every Wednesday at noon Contact: 678-361-3553
Hospice Advantage Contact: 770-218-1997 Website: www.hospiceadvantage.com
Main Street Woodstock Meeting: First Friday at 8 a.m. Website: www.mainstreetwoodstock.org
ICOR Contact: 404-992-8155 Website: www.iCORorphans.com
North Georgia Referral Network Meeting: Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. Contact: 678-361-3553
Organizations Meals Fur Pets Contact: Steve, 770-712-4077 steve@mealsfurpets.com Website: www.mealsfurpets.com MUST Ministries Contact: Kim Loesing, 770-479-5397 Website: www.mustministries.org Papa’s Pantry Contact: Lynne Saunders, 770-591-4730 Website: www.papaspantry.org Safe Kids Cherokee County Contact: Chad Arp, 678-493-4343 Website: www.cherokeesafekids.org Volunteer Aging Council of Cherokee County 678-269-6677 www.VAC-cherokeega.org
Civic Organizations AARP Woodstock Chapter Meeting: Second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Contact: Rich, 770-926-1944 American Legion & Auxiliary, Post 316 Meeting: Third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Contact: George Wallace, 770-354-6454 Website: www.alpost316.org
Hickory Flat Optimist Club Meeting: First and third Tuesdays Contact: Alan Flint, 770-720-9056 Junior Service League of Woodstock 24-hour information line: 770-592-3535 Kiwanis Club of Woodstock Meeting: Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Contact: 678-494-4841 Website: www.woodstockkiwanis.org Lions Club of Woodstock Meeting: Second and fourth Tues. at 7 p.m. Contact: Ed Cook, 770-906-2958 Rotary Club of Woodstock Meeting: Every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. Contact: 404-506-6878 Sewrifics of Cherokee Meeting: Third Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact: Sheri Torch, 770-591-8335 Sons of the American Legion Meeting: Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Charles Tucker, 678-643-0794 South Cherokee Optimist Club Meeting: Every Friday at 7:30 a.m. Contact: 770-926-3522
Towne Lake Optimist Club Meeting: Every Wednesdays at J. Christophers (Woodstock) Contact: Jack Futch, 678-778-0722 Website: www.townelakeoptimists.com Woodstock Jaycees Meeting: First Tues. and third Thurs. at 7 p.m. Contact: 770-926-8336 Woodstock Masons Masonic Lodge #246 F. & A. M., Inc. Meeting: Second and fourth Thurs. at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Charles Sharp, 770-928-6140 Woodstock Midday Optimist Club Meeting: Every Wednesday at noon Contact: Johnny Young, 770-345-6158
Political Organizations Cherokee County Democratic Party Meeting: Third Monday at 7 p.m. Contact: Judy Hamilton, 770-380-7071 Website: www.cherokeedems.com Cherokee County Republican Party Meeting: Fourth Monday at 7 p.m. Breakfast first Saturday at 8 a.m. Contact: Conrad Quagliaroli, 770-592-6545
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Organizations Cherokee County Republican Women Meeting: Third Thursday at 6 p.m. Contact: 678-520-2236 Website: www.ccrwcga.com
Recreation & Hobbies Allatoona Gold Panners Contact: Rob Kelly, 770-516-7044 Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meeting: Second Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Contact: Madeline Hall, 678-754-8482 woodstockartcenter@comcast.net Blue Skies Laughter Club Meeting: Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Contact: Craig Whitley, 404-520-0221 Website: www.addlaughter.com Cherokee Amateur Radio Society Meeting: Second Saturday at 10 a.m. Contact: Jim Millsap, 770-928-8590 Website: www.cherokeehams.com Cherokee County Arts Center Meeting: Fourth Friday at 10 a.m. Contact: 770-704-6244 Website: www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee County Saddle Club Meeting: Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Tamma Trump, 770-655-0819 Website: www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Fencing Club Meeting: Beginners, Wednesday at 5 p.m. Club, Wednesday at 6 p.m. Contact: Andy McCann, 678-494-9750 Website: www.cherokeefencingclub.com Cherokee Music Teachers Association Contact: Suzanne Hosea, 404-667-4733 Website: www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee Outdoor YMCA Contact: 770-591-5820 Dog Hikers of Georgia Meeting: Sundays at 10 a.m. Contact: Dr. Daniel C. Batchelor, 770-992-2362 Website: home.aol.com/DrBatch
Woodstock Youth Track Club Practice: Mon., Tues., and Thurs. at 6 p.m. Contact: Michael Dahlhauser, 404-654-0093 Zack Walk Singles Mixer Contact: Karen Sacandy, 404-452-9980 Website: www.Zachwalk.com
Support Organizations Adoption/Infertility Support Group Meeting: First Wednesday at 7 p.m. Contact: Cindy Braddock, 678-445-3131 Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meeting: First Thursday at 7 p.m. Contact: 770-926-0119
Hearing loss association of America Chapter meeting information: 770-517-2941 Contact: marlenephillips15@yahoo.com Jewish Havurah Contact: Marcia, 770-345-8687 La Leche League of South Cherokee Meeting: First Tuesday at 10 a.m. Contact: Marguerite, 770-926-2791
American Cancer Society 24/7 information line: 1-800-227-2345
Miracle Mothers Contact: Melissa, 770-516-1078 Website: www.miraclemothers.org
Autism Parent Support Group Meeting: Second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Sharon Jones, 770-345-6551
MOMS Club Woodstock — 30188 Contact: momsclubwoodstockn@yahoo.com
Breast Cancer Support Group Meeting: First Thursday Contact: 404-843-1880
Mothers & More Meeting: First and third Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Contact: Michelle Wise, 770-720-8834 Website: www.woodstockmm.com
Canadian Women’s Club Meeting: Third Wednesday Contact: Lesley Frappier cwcatlanta@yahoo.com
Nar-Anon Meeting Meeting: Every Monday at 8 p.m. Contact: 404-218-0246
CASA for Children, Inc. Contact: Deidre Hollands, 770-345-3274 Website: www.casaforchildren.org Celebrate Recovery Meeting: Fridays at 6 p.m. Contact: Debbie Anthros, 770-331-6685 ganthros@windstream.net Cherokee Autism Spectrum Support Group Contact: Heidi, hcf67@comcast.net Renee, mrjperrelli@yahoo.com C.H.O.O.S.E. of Woodstock Meeting: First Monday at 7 p.m. 24-hour information line: 770-517-3043
Foothills Running Club Contact: John McCusker, 770-924-9504
Depression and Bipolar Support Group Meeting: Second and fourth Tues. at 7:30 p.m. Contact: 770-560-7112
Les Marmitons Meeting: Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Larry Lodisio, 770-516-5197
Diabetes Support Group Meeting: Fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m. Contact: 678-493-1503
North Atlanta Soccer Association Contact: Michele Fox, 770-926-4175 Website: www.nasa-ga.org
Emotions Anonymous Meeting: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Contact: Cindy, 770-928-6554
Wildlife Action, Inc. Meeting: Third Sunday at 1 p.m. Contact: WLA Office, 1-800-753-2264
Fellowship of Companies for Christ International Meeting: Second and fourth Thurs. at 7 a.m. Contact: Randall Hill, 770-516-5887
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GRANDparents Raising GRANDchildren Meeting: Second and fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Contact: 678-699-3400
National Alliance for Mental Illness Support Group Meeting: Second and fourth Tues. at 7 p.m. Contact: Jill, 404-394-1229 Website: www.nami.org National Psoriasis Foundation Support Group Meeting: First Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact: Scott Bell, 404-218-6626 Over-eaters Anonymous Meeting: Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Contact: Lois, 770-592-6421 S.N.A.P — Special Needs Awareness Program Meeting: Second Monday at 10 a.m. Contact: 770-720-4068 Tender Hearts Caregivers Support Group Meeting: Second and fourth Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Contact: Robin Galloway, 770-517-5899 The Way Group, AA Meeting: Monday - Friday at 11 a.m. Contact: Hillside UMC
LOCAL OFFICIALS
Local Officials United States Government
President Barack Obama, D 202-456-1414 fax: 202-456-2461 president@whitehouse.gov www.whitehouse.gov Senator Saxby Chambliss, R 202-224-3521 fax: 202-224-0103 http://chambliss.senate.gov Senator Johnny Isakson, R 202-224-3643 fax: 770-661-0768 GA: 770-661-0999 http://isakson.senate.gov Rep. Tom Price, R, District 6 202-225-4501 fax: 770-565-7570 GA: 770-565-4990 http://tom.house.gov Rep. John Linder, R, District 7 202-225-4272 fax: 770-479-2999 GA: 770-479-1888 www.linder.house.gov
State Government www.legis.state.ga.us Governor Nathan Deal, R 404-656-1776 fax: 404-657-7332 203 State Capitol, Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Sen. Chip Rogers, R, District 21 404-463-1378 fax: 404-657-9887 chip@SenatorChipRogers.com Sen. Jack Murphy, R, District 27 770-887-1960 fax: 770-205-0602 jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov Rep. Charlice Byrd, R, District 20 404-656-0126 fax: 404-463-2793 charlice.byrd@house.ga.gov Rep. Calvin Hill, R, District 21 404-656-0129 fax: 770-645-2394 chill@gilainc.com Rep. Sean Jerguson, R, District 22 404-656-0287 sean.jerguson@house.ga.gov
Coroner
Courts Superior Court Chief Judge Frank C. Mills, III Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea www.blueridgecircuit.com
678-493-6270 678-493-6260 678-493-6240
State Court Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan
678-493-6480 678-493-6490
Magistrate Court Judge James E. Drane III, R
678-493-6431
Probate Court Judge Keith Wood, R
678-493-6160
Juvenile Court Judge John B. Sumner Judge M. Anthony Baker
678-493-6250 678-493-6280
Clerk of Courts Patty Baker
678-493-6511
Board of Commissioners 678-493-6000 fax: 678-493-6013 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton, GA 30114 www.cherokeega.com Buzz Ahrens, R, Chair 678-493-6001 lbahrens@cherokeega.com Harry Johnston, R, Post 1 hjohnston@cherokeega.com Jim Hubbard, R, Post 2 jhubbard@cherokeega.com Karen Bosch, R, Post 3 kbosch@cherokeega.com Jason A Nelms, R, Post 4 678-493-6000 jnelms@cherokeega.com
School System Superintendent Dr. Frank Petruzielo 770-479-1871 fax: 770-479-1236 110 Academy Street, Canton, GA 30114 drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Earl W. Darby 404-362-1600 480 Main Street, Canton, GA 30114
Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison, R 678-493-4200 fax: 678-493-4228 498 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA 30115 rdgarrison@cherokeega.com www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Tax Commissioner David Fields 678-493-6400 fax: 678-493-6420 2780 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114 155 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30188 dfields@cherokeega.com
Board of Education robert wofford, R, Post 1 770-345-6256 Robert.Wofford@cherokee.k12.ga.us Mike Chapman, R, Post 2 770-704-4398 x4372 mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us Michael Geist, R, Post 3 404-462-4950 sbe@polterbear.com Michael.Geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us Janet Read, R, Post 4, Chair 770-516-1444 janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us Rick Steiner, R, Post 5 770-704-4398, x4370 rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us Rob Usher, R, Post 6 770-928-0341 Rob.Usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us Kim Cochran, R, Post 7 678-983-9644 kimgcochran@gmail.com
City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques 770-592-6000 ext. 1003 dhenriques@progressiveaudiology.com
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At first you may only be able to perform a dozen or so of these exercises, but keep trying. If you have been doing abdominal work on a regular basis, you may be able to perform 50 or more crunches without stopping. Ideally, you should over time be able to perform at least half as many back extensions as abdominal exercises. This is important to help keep your muscles balanced and assist with maintaining good posture. You may choose to work your abdominals and your lower back muscles on the same day, or you can alternate abdominals the first day and lower back the next day. Either way is fine, just be sure to allow yourself a day for the muscles to recover before working them again. By incorporating these exercises into your routine, you will strengthen and help stabilize your lower back, which can lead to improved posture and a decreased risk of injury. Back Extensions performed on the floor in this manner are one of the safest and most effective exercises you can perform for your lower back muscles. As with any exercise, you should always warm up and stretch first. Be sure to stretch and then cool down as you are finishing your exercise routine. If at any time you feel pain while attempting this exercise, please stop immediately and consult your family chiropractor.
Under the Gold Dome
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Legislature or the education bureaucracy. State government’s single biggest expenditure is K-12 education. Taxpayers and, more importantly, students deserve more. Grade: D
Protect Your Child
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of the ears and shoulders. Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before you go outside for best results. Sunscreen is needed even if it is cloudy or hazy and is used for sun PROTECTION, not as a reason to stay in the sun longer. And don’t forget to reapply every two hours, or after swimming or sweating. If your child gets sunburn that results in blistering, pain or fever, call your pediatrician. *source from AAP
Why Do We Love to Garden?
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finish. We can’t go buy pre-dug holes, or drive to the nursery and bring back an entire garden and simply slide it off the truck and call it a day. We have to plan our project, dig holes, amend soil, pick out plants, get on our knees and plant, mulch the beds, and then we still are not finished. Now we have to water and nurture our new plants along. But it sure does feel good, doesn’t it? We created it ourselves. That feeling of satisfaction in seeing what you created with your own hands is immeasurable, and long-lasting. We don’t stand back and wonder how many calories we just burned, or take our blood pressure; we just smile, and start putting our tools away.
Father’s Day
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Fiscal Responsibility Georgia is the most fiscally conservative state in America. I realize these are strong words but any honest comparison will support this statement. Georgia is currently the lowest spending state on a per capita basis. We are also the state with the lowest per capita bond indebtedness. Our legislature is run on the smallest per capita amount. We are one of just a few states with the highest Triple A bond rating. And, most importantly, we balance our state budget every year. When it comes to pinching pennies, Georgia is at the top of the class. Grade: A
The Power of Zzzz...
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There are other things that can cause sleep deprivation, such as medical conditions, psychiatric issues, neurologic diseases, sleep disorders and medications. Several therapies have been developed and approved for insomnia. If you suffer from this common and chronic problem, please don’t ignore it for too long because it’s taking a toll on many obvious and hidden aspects of your life. 62 AroundAbout Woodstock | june 2011
new activities. I welcome the extra push it takes to get me out of my routine and into something new.” So there you have it, moms. Straight from the horse’s mouth, so to speak. I like what my Dad wrote in conclusion, “Having played the title role in our family’s Father’s Day celebration for over four decades, I have received a wide range of Father’s Day gifts. I’ve enjoyed them all. There are no bad Father’s Day gifts because each one is given in love.” Thanks, Dad.
Myths About Braces
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bite is normal. The point to be made here is that having a mild overbite of 2 to 3 millimeters is a good thing and considered normal. People with zero overbite (the teeth bite on top of one another) actually can start wearing down their front teeth over time. Of course, a large overbite can also be problematic as well as all the teeth do not occlude as intended.
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Services/Retailers/Miscellaneous Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce 37 Cherokee County Historical Society 9 Ghostnet 59 Main Street Woodstock 21 Maxwell Cigar Bar 29 South Cherokee / Jasper Driver Improvement Clinic, Inc. 15 Woodstock Furniture Outlet 28
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