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Northside Cherokee Pediatrics and Dr. Jamie Rollins is proud to announce their new Holly Springs location. The medical practice provides high quality, medical care for patients from birth to 18 years of age. Northside Cherokee Pediatrics is located at 684 Sixes Road, Suite 220, in Holly Springs. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (678) 388-5485. Edwards Eye Care recently opened at 7824 Hickory Flat Highway, Suite 100, Woodstock, serving the Canton, Woodstock and North Fulton areas. Dr. Kyle Edwards, OD provides comprehensive eye exams and prescription eyewear products, with a focus on preventive care and overall eye health. For more information, please call (770) 479-0222 or email info@EdwardsEyeCare.com. Edwards Eye Care may be found online at www.EdwardsEyeCare.com and on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/EdwardsEyeCare. GNC recently celebrated their Grand Opening in The Market at BridgeMill. Located at 3760 Sixes Road, Suite 128 in Canton, the store is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Stop in for vitamins, nutritional supplements and more. Dismero Redline clothing store (470 Chambers St., Woodstock opened recently in Downtown Woodstock. The store carries chic, casual clothes for the sophisticated woman. In addition to the new Woodstock location, Dismero also has flagship stores in Italy, Germany, Austria and Florida. All clothes are made in Italy. Hours of operation are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday. (678) 391-4988. www.facebook. com/dismeroredline Mountain Lakes Insurance (8744 Main St., Suite 301, Woodstock) recently relocated to Downtown Woodstock from Towne Lake Parkway. Mountain Lakes Insurance is an independent insurance agency operated by licensed insurance professionals with more than 70 years’ combined agency ownership experience. As an independent insurance agency, Mountain Lakes Insurance offers choices in providers, coverage options and rates for personal, business, life and health insurance needs. Mountain Lakes Insurance is a member of Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia and also Trusted Choice. (770) 926-9444, www.mountainlakesinsurance.com Yawn’s Books & More, Inc. is making some changes in the new year! Yawn’s will no longer be open for retail book purchases, however they will still be selling new and used books online at www.yawnsbooks.com and can order books as needed. In addition, Yawn’s Publishing is still available at www. yawnspublishing.com. Yawn’s will also continue to serve JCP express customers. 4
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Christmas Tree “Chip & Dip” will be held December 26-January 13 in Olde Rope Mill Park in Woodstock. Throw away your Christmas tree the environmental way! The following week, bring a shovel to Rope Mill Park during park hours from 8 a.m. to dusk to “dip” into the free mulch! Pick up free tree seedlings at the park 9 a.m.4 p.m., January 5, during our “Bring One for the Chipper” event, sponsored by the Keep Georgia Beautiful campaign. (770) 5176788 Cherokee Family Violence Center (CFVC) is in need of volunteers. CFVC offers emergency shelter, support groups, and life skills classes for women and children who are victims of domestic violence. Volunteers are needed to operate their 24 hour hotline, sort donations, assist with children activities, serve as a receptionist and provide transportation for women. If interested, please call (770) 479-4641 or email Maggie@CFVC.org.
Business Spotlight
Jones & Cloud Inc. Insurance is downtown Canton’s local insurance agency and has been for the past 76 years. As most know, we have rebuilt and returned to Downtown Canton as well as having purchased a locally-owned insurance agency in Canton all within this past year. We are so excited to be back in the downtown loop and would like to thank each one of you who has offered your support to Jones & Cloud Insurance. We have continued to have success through the years, and we anticipate having even more success in the years to come. As an independent insurance agency, we have access to many different insurance companies. This gives us the opportunity to offer our customers a wide variety of options to fit their insurance needs at the best possible price. Jones & Cloud can handle any type of insurance policy from your auto insurance to your business insurance needs.
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COMMUNITY Georgia Farm Bureau to Award Agriculture Scholarships
Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) will award a total of $14,250 in scholarships to ten high school seniors who plan to pursue a college degree in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, or a related field, William Grizzle, Cherokee County Farm Bureau president, recently announced. The top three students will each receive a scholarship of $3,000. The remaining seven students will each receive a $750 scholarship. Applicants must plan to enter a unit of the University System of Georgia or Berry College during the 2013-2014 academic year to pursue an undergraduate degree in agricultural and environmental sciences, family and consumer sciences or a related agricultural field. All applications must be submitted by Friday, February 22, 2013. Please contact the Cherokee County Farm Bureau office at (770) 479-1481 ext.0 for more information about the scholarship program or to obtain an application. You may also download a copy of the application by visiting http://www.gfb.org and selecting GFB Programs and then selecting Ag in the Classroom. The scholarship recipients will be announced in May 2013.
Macedonia Adult Music Appreciation Class Welcomes Special Visitor
Recently, the Macedonia Adult Music Appreciation class hosted Valerie Norris author of “Sweeter Than Tea.” Valerie lived in Cherokee County for over 20 years and recently moved to Greenville, South Pictured from left, seated: Marion Carolina to be closer Mamrick, Gabriele Miller, Valerie Norris, to two of her three and Fern Peterson; standing from left: daughters and their Mary Elizabeth Davis, Chris Wood, Dr. families. She has been Pam Simyon, Barbara Allen, and Dottie writing for most of Frassetto. Not pictured is hostess Ann her life and has been Earley. published in countless magazines with her short stories. Valerie read one of her stories from her blog and also signed her new book, which is already in its second printing. For more information about the class, please call (770) 401-7355.
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North Georgia Falcons Celebrate Homecoming
North Georgia Falcons were pleased to announce the crowning of their Homecoming King and Queen recently. Camille Hanner of Ball Ground, daughter of Manuel and Kristen Hanner was crowned Homecoming Queen and Zane McDaniel of Jasper, son of Roger and Diana McDaniel was crowned Homecoming King during the Falcon’s game at Jasper Middle School. Later that evening the North Georgia Falcons defeated Grace Baptist with a final score of 60-0. The North Georgia Falcons are a high school football team consisting of boys who are homeschooled or attend Christian schools with no football program in Cherokee, Pickens, Forsyth and North Fulton counties. The Falcons play football in the Glory of Christ football league. This was the first homecoming game for the North Georgia Falcons.
Former Miss Georgia, Brenda Sharman of Atlanta and recording artist, Mary Evans Bruce of Ball Ground assisted with the crowning of the new Homecoming Queen. The North Georgia Homecoming Court pictured are (left to right): Haleigh Fowler of Jasper, the daughter of Craig and Melissa Fowler; Maddie Jarrett of Canton, daughter of Todd and Jane Jarrett; Former ‘Miss Georgia’, Brenda Sharman of Atlanta; Susanna Jefferson of Cumming, daughter of John and Sandy Jefferson; Camille Hanner of Ball Ground, daughter of Manuel and Kristen Hanner; Mary Evans Bruce of Ball Ground, Recording Artist; Riley Downs of Ball Ground, daughter of Nick and Lori Downs; Savannah Waddell of Canton, daughter of Ryan and Wendy Waddell; Angelina Jumper of Jasper, daughter of Robin and Silena Jumper.
Local Business Owners Enjoy ‘Lunch with the Mayor’
Holly Springs Mayor Tim Downing spent time with Mary and Grant Dubois, owners of the local franchise Seniors Helping Seniors (SHS). As Cherokee County Chamber business members, Mary and Grant Dubois wish to publicly thank Mayor Downing on for his hospitality. They enjoyed “Lunch with the Mayor,” more page 8 a result of the help of the Chamber through the recent
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17th Annual Breakfast Honors Veterans
Cobb EMC proudly celebrated U.S. troops at the cooperative’s 17th Annual Veterans Breakfast held recently. The event honored the co-op’s 63 employees and 29 retirees who have served in the Air Force, Army, Marines and Navy. The annual tradition shows support of Cobb EMC’s countless employee veterans, spanning the past 74 years. Veterans enjoyed breakfast, received a small gift from the cooperative and visited with Cobb EMC directors Bryan Boyd, Ed Crowell, David McClellan and Tripper Sharp, who were in attendance.
Cobb EMC’s 17th annual Veterans Breakfast honored employees and retirees including Cherokee County residents (L-R) Christopher Norris (Air Force), Hoyle Dempsey (Army), Danny Driggans (Air Force), John Priest (Army), Bill Rouse (Air Force) and Robert Beasley (Marines).
Canton Cancer Survivor Celebrates Milestone at Annual CTCA ‘Celebrate Life’ Event
Inspired about his life despite a cancer diagnosis, George Drennan of Canton, Ga., was among more than 200 cancer survivors who celebrated their five-year milestone since their first treatment at Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Southwestern Regional Medical Center (CTCA). The celebrants were honored at the hospital’s annual “Celebrate Life” event held 8
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recently in Tulsa, Okla. “This year’s event theme was ‘Inspire!’” said Elena Roman, chief operating officer at CTCA in Tulsa. “I’m sure the celebrants are more George Drennan inspired in their daily lives as survivors, but most importantly the celebrants are truly an inspiration to all of us for their courage and strength despite difficult diagnoses.” George Drennan, now 65, was familiar with CTCA long before his cancer diagnosis because his brother-in-law was treated at the hospital for colon cancer. When Drennan was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2006, he began looking for the right hospital to seek treatment and chose CTCA in Tulsa. “The people at CTCA became like a family to me,” said Drennan. “You don’t have to say who you are because they know you, even when you go back a year later. It relieved my stress during my treatment time because I felt they cared for me as a person.” Although he was treated at the Tulsa hospital, he was actively involved in the recent opening of the CTCA hospital in Newnan. In his spare time, George enjoys playing golf, traveling, cooking and staying involved with Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. George also supports foundations such as the Wounded Warrior Project and Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. For more information about CTCA, go to www.cancercenter.com.
Virtual Dementia Tour Gives Caregivers Insight
The staff of Canton Nursing Center recently participated in an onsite Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT), facilitated by Raquel Bustos from Cameron Hall (Assisted Living) and Janice Sloan from Right at Home (In-Home Care & Assistance). Attendees are outfitted in such a way to simulate what it’s like to have tunnel vision, macular degeneration, arthritis, limited use of hands due to stroke, and hearing limitations. They are then given instructions to perform four or five everyday tasks such as placing a belt through pant loops, setting a table, matching socks, and folding laundry. Rosie Schlicke, LPN is the Staff Development Coordinator for more on Canton Nursing Center & Rehab. After participating in page 26 the VDT, Rosie said, “This is a terrific way to help www.footprintspublishing.com
Publisher’s note Why I Love December December is one of my favorite months — not because it’s cold or the shorter days or the crowded malls filled with people who aren’t feeling very celebratory. But because it’s the time of year we get together with family and close friends and enjoy one another, no really, we do enjoy being with each other…no kidding. It’s also a time for giving. I love giving gifts, especially the ones the recipient specifically asked for! Call me predictable but if you put it on your list, you should get it. Michelle doesn’t want Co-owners Michelle and Brian Meek for much. So with her angel-like heart for everyone else (especially me), she purposely shrinks her list so we have money left over to pay the bills in January. Ok, so someone’s got to be the sensible one. For me, there is nothing better than getting together with family. I consider my family a blessing. My parents are both great people and I love being with them. I have two older brothers and a younger sister and while we don’t speak at all the other 363 days of the year, put us together for two days around Christmas and it’s like we never missed a beat. Sure there will be a day when that needs to change, but for now, mom and dad’s house at Christmas is all we could ask for! I am a conservative, traditional, Christmas food and movie loving guy. It just isn’t Christmas without watching Christmas Vacation and A Christmas Story, maybe even more than once. There is just something about Uncle Eddie and Clark Griswold! How about Santa Ho Ho Hoing with his shoe on Ralphie’s face as he pushes him down the slide? Oh and another one is Elf…almost as traditional as Christmas Vacation. Funny story, I knew all the lines to Elf before I ever saw the movie. Guess who drives while the kids watch the movie on the rear entertainment system in the car?…so I hear it but can’t see it. Someone needs a hug?! Whatever! There are two things I love to do with my family around Christmas. We always jump in the car, almost all of us in their pajamas with hot chocolate and we drive around the neighborhood looking at Christmas lights and all the decorations. The kids go kicking and screaming but we don’t get five minutes into it and they’re both yelling “Dad, slow down! We can’t see them when you drive that fast!” Ok, I’m like doing 15 and there is someone on my bumper! Go around and Merry Christmas to you too! The other thing I love to do is visit my parents. My mom has a tree in every room of the house. A 12 Days of Christmas tree, an Angel tree, the family tree, plus one that spins around in the guest room. And we always go to their church’s Christmas Eve service. Every year, they do a candle light service and a lady sings “Sweet Little Jesus Boy”…she has a beautiful voice and everyone is so nice, but then again, it’s Georgetown, Kentucky. The thing about December is that it’s almost January — a new year and new opportunities. I look forward to 2013 with new hope and a refreshed outlook about our area. I love seeing the recent campaigns about supporting local and shopping local businesses. I couldn’t agree more and we have been encouraging this for years! Our community is supported by local businesses and they need the community’s support in return. It goes without saying that we help one another, especially locally. The advertisers in this magazine depend on you, the readers, for their survival. They offer wonderful products and services to us and we need to show them support through our patronage. The reason why we named the magazines My Community Monthly is because we take ownership of our community. We depend on each other, we support each other and we need each other both as residents and small business owners. We are the community and the better we treat each other, the better the community is to live. Another way to show your support is by voting for your favorite businesses, restaurants and services in the 2013 My Community Favorites ballots. January 1 through February 28 you can vote using the ballot found in the January and February magazines or by clicking the vote icon online at www.footprintspublishing.com. It’s December — a time to be thankful and count our blessings. This Holiday Season I encourage you to reach out to your friends, your family or even those you haven’t seen or talked to in a while and show them some love. Be thoughtful of one another and remember we’re all in this together. God bless you this Holiday Season, Brian Meek, Publisher (770) 720-7497, bmeek@footprintspublishing.com East Canton | december 2012 10 My
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NORTH GEORGIA CLAY COUNCIL HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE Time:
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday-Sunday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday & Wednesday Location: Studio 101 – 101 Emma Lane, Suite 110, Woodstock Information: Hosted by the Arts Alliance of Georgia. Public is welcomed to freely browse and holiday shop the handmade functional and art clay pieces. www.artsalliancega.org or art@ artsalliancega.org
December 7 FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH, YEAR ROUND Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Downtown Canton Information: Block party, street dance, car show, live music, street vendors and downtown merchants offering extended hours — Sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program and the Cherokee Arts Center, www.cantonhdl.com
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Rawson and John Barker, the concerts will include familiar carols from the solemn “In the Bleak Midwinter” to the rollicking “Ding Dong Merrily on High,” and several other lively and beautiful works. Featured in this concert is a new work by Joan Pinkston, “Glorious Night,” commissioned by the Chorale to celebrate its 25th Anniversary Season and conducted by Dr. Donald Stafford. Tickets are available at the door or may be purchased in advance from any Chorale member, the Arts Center and Chamberhouse in Canton, Three Sisters Gifts in Hickory Flat, Jasper Drug in Jasper, and FoxTale Book Shoppe in Woodstock. For information, please call (678) 439-8625 or visit www.CherokeeChorale.org
Cherokee Arts Center 94 North Street, Canton (770) 704-6244 mary@cherokeearts.org www.cherokeearts.org
December 8 & 9 THE NORTH GEORGIA ART RAMBLE
December 8 CRAFTING A NATURAL CHRISTMAS WREATH Time: Location:
10 a.m. Senior Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton Information: Presented by the Cherokee County Master Gardeners. www.caes.uga.edu/ extension/cherokee/mastergardeners/
December 8 & 9 CHEROKEE CHORALE CHRISTMAS CONCERT — “GOOD NEWS AND GREAT JOY” Time:
December 8, 5 p.m. December 9, 3 p.m. Location: Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, Canton Cost: $10 for adults; $5 for students Information: The Cherokee Chorale is celebrating its 25th Season. Conducted by Jenny
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Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: The North Georgia Art Ramble is a regional Art event. Tour the Arts of Canton, Cumming, Roswell, Woodstock, Cartersville, Calhoun, Jasper and Blue Ridge, Georgia. The North Georgia Ramble is a free self-guided “Studio and Gallery Tour.” The Pre Ramble Party for the North Georgia Art Ramble will be hosted by the Cherokee Arts Center (site #1) December 7 at 6:30-8:30 p.m. 27 locations, 36 local artists, free admission — Come join a weekend of fun, and remember these amazing works of art would make great holiday presents. For more information, visit www.ngaartramble.com.
December 8 THE DAILY BREAD DUO CHRISTMAS CONCERT Time: 7 p.m. Information: For more information about this Southern Gospel singing group, or ticket information, go to http://dailybreadduo.com/ or email them at dailybread@windstream.net.
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Book Signings & Special Guests December 7 Margie Carroll “ZZ and the Daydream” Time: 6 p.m.
December 8 Marguerite Cline “The Glory Days of WCHK-Canton” Time: 10 a.m.
December 14 Dr. James Kilgore “Getting More Family Out of Your Dollar” Time: 5:30 p.m.
December 15 Jim McFarland “The Potters of Orange” Time: 1 p.m.
January
January 2 — 4 Hide and Seek Day Camp Winter Camp Time:
9 a.m.-3 p.m. with pre/post camp option Cost: $25 per day Location: 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton Information: A Christian, outdoor adventure camp for ages 5-11 year olds. For more information, please visit www.HideAndSeekDayCamp.net or call (770) 720-0005.
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decemberEvents December 4, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Ball Ground Public Library
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Children are invited to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus and tell him their Christmas secrets. Refreshments will be served and children will be invited to participate in the fun of making their own special Christmas craft to take home. For more information about this special visit, please call the library at (770) 735-2025.
December 10, 4 & 6 p.m. R. T. Jones Memorial Library “Polar Express” Pajama Rama
Ball Ground Public Library
“All Aboard the Polar Express!” Enjoy a ride on the Polar Express where the magic of the book will come to life. Dress up in your best pajamas and get your ticket at the door from the conductor for a seat on this exciting adventure. The annual reading of this enchanting holiday classic story, written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg, will include a craft, music and refreshments. This program is for all ages. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call (770) 479-3090, ext. 233 to reserve a seat.
December 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hickory Flat Public Library
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Come and enjoy family fun with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Children’s activities will include face painting, crafts and light refreshments. Entertainment will be provided by Judy Griffin on the hammer dulcimer and Delores Grim on the guitar.
Christmas Crafts
For a little extra Christmas fun, come for holiday craft time! This program is for ages 6 and up with a participating adult. Please call (770) 479-3090, ext. 233 by December 14th to reserve a space.
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. R. T. Jones Memorial Library
Hickory Flat Public Library Family Story Times — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.
R.T. Jones Memorial Library Family Story Times — Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Lapsit Story Times — Wednesdays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m.
Sequoyah Regional Library System Ball Ground Public Library 435 Old Canton Road — (770) 735-2025
Hickory Flat Public Library 2740 E. Cherokee Drive — (770) 345-7565 M,T & Th: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed: 12 – 8 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun: CLOSED
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Super Saturday Story Time
Enjoy Saturday story time at 10:30 a.m. each Saturday morning during the holidays. All ages are invited. Children 9 years old and under must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Find the hidden picture
Family Story Time — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
M,W,Th & F: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tues: 12 – 8 p.m. Sat: CLOSED Sun: 2 – 6 p.m.
December 18, 4:30 p.m. R. T. Jones Memorial Library
Contest Corner
No regular Story Times for December The libraries will be closed after noon on December 14 and all locations will be closed December 23-26.
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Shela Wright was our winner for November’s contest corner. Shela has won 2 tickets to Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. Congratulations! If you find the hidden picture, be the first to email: art@myeastcantonmonthly.com Only emailed answers will be accepted. Contest participants are able to win one time per calendar year.
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Embracing Educational Freedom Georgia voters spoke with a loud voice on Election Day and the message is clear: Children deserve more educational options!
choice. On November 6, Georgians took a major step toward doing so.
The Republican Party must also recognize this mandate as a pathway toward long-term relativism. It should come as no surprise that the strongest areas of approval for school choice has been found in African-American communities. The GOP, the original champion for civil rights, should embrace the next civil rights fight of our time and give all children an opportunity for excellent education, regardless of their zip code. While it is easy to live in affluent areas with respectable schools and fail The vote to support the to consider the lack of opportunity for children of lesser means, it is a serious creation of more public mistake to do so. charter schools passed by a
The vote to support the creation of more public charter schools passed by a whopping 18 percent and over a 600,000vote margin. Every county across Metro Atlanta supported the measure, with the highest being Clayton at 71 percent. Post-election polling found that both Democrats and Republicans supported the measure, with the highest support coming from African-Americans. The takeaway from this historic change should be noted by both the educational establishment and the Georgia Republican Party. First, those who defend the current “system” will hopefully understand the movement for change and choice is gaining support. The status quo is simply not acceptable for Georgia children. The mantra of “We have good schools” is not good enough for the parent whose child is failing. Education must work for every child, not just some.
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whopping 18 percent and over a 600,000-vote margin. Every county across Metro Atlanta supported the measure, with the highest being Clayton at 71 percent. Post-election polling found that both Democrats and Republicans supported the measure, with the highest support coming from African-Americans.
Second, we live in a digital age where education can be tailored for the individual student. The one-size-fits-all process is simply outdated. We have the resources — America spends more per student than any industrialized nation on Earth. Our children are capable, and a vast majority of our teachers are outstanding. Now we just need a marketplace of options to ensure excellence is realized through competition and that funding bad schools is a mistake of the past. Parents and children will choose what’s best for them; as a government and a society we should support their East Canton | december 2012 14 My
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Conservatives have long held that government should never guarantee results, but rather protect equal opportunity. If we still believe this, then no issue is more relevant than giving children more educational opportunities. If the Republican Party truly wishes to make inroads with every American, regardless of color, then the Republican Party should forcefully embrace educational freedom in the 21st century as strongly as we did personal freedom in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Elections have consequences. In the case of more school choices for Georgia children, the outcome from November 6 will be positive. Let’s hope we have all learned a lesson.
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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Age 9 on December 22 Happy Birthday to our sweet little girl! Love, Mommy & Daddy
P.J. Bowling
Age 17 on December 26 Happy Birthday PJ!
Barbara & JT Whidby
Celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on November 2, 2012 We love you both! Jeff, Andrea, Jason, Sharmon & the girls
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“I am thankful that there will be young men here over Christmas that have never been in a Christian home decorated with a tree and adorned with the love of Jesus Christ.” “I am thankful for God’s healing hands and loving arms.” “I am thankful for our community that gives to the orphan and widow.” “I am thankful for a place where boys come broken and leave believing there is hope.” “I am thankful for the house parents who consider their service at the Ranch not a job, but a MINISTRY.” “I give thanks to our community for the donations and prayers that always come at the right time.” “I am thankful that God has called me to serve in such a wonderful ministry — Goshen Valley. My husband and I have been working with teens for 10 years now. I still can’t think of anything I would rather do. Being able to demonstrate a family model has been so rewarding. We recently had one of our boys that we served during our first three years come back to visit as my husband and I were going on respite and we were loading up our kayak to enjoy a day together. He said, “You are still in love.” After, I thought what a great legacy to be able to give to children that have come from broken homes where they did not experience a loving environment. I am grateful that we can share this with them, and hopeful that they can be a part of change in their own family someday. Joy comes in the morning.”
For more information, please visit www.goshenvalley.org.
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Serving Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry & Rockdale Counties (services vary by county) Where will my child go to college? What will he or she choose as a major? Will he or she find a job in their field upon graduation? These are the questions that many parents ask as their children progress through their school years. They have so many hopes and dreams for their children. The future is bright and full of possibilities. For the parents of children with developmental disabilities, the questions are very different. Who will take care of my child when I am gone? Where will they live? Will they be able to work? Where can we turn when they no longer are assisted by the school system? Just over 30 years ago, a group of caring, concerned parents were asking these questions and searching for answers to meet the needs of their family. Out of this care and concern enAble was born. enAble serves adults and youth with developmental disabilities. The majority of those enAble supports have a diagnosis such as Down syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder or Cerebral palsy. Each person has a varying level of independence, and enAble works with the person in need and their family to assist them to live happy, productive, independent lives to the best of their individual ability. The mission of enAble is to support people to lead fulfilled lives — physically, intellectually and socially.
Services Offered Day and employment services, community living supports, and community residential alternative services are all available through enAble. Depending on each person’s level of need and their living situation, individuals are taught daily living skills such as cooking, hygiene, laundry, bill paying, socialization enAble of Georgia, Inc. recently appointed veteran nonprofit leader Harry Stern as its Chief Executive Officer. Stern brings nearly 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and development roles to the position. Most recently, he served as director of Global Development for the WellStar College of Health and Human Services at Kennesaw State University (KSU). Previously, he was executive director of the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta for 15 years. East Canton | december 2012 18 My
and communication skills in order to promote independence. At the enAble facility in Roswell, a kitchen, washer and dryer, exercise equipment, as well as a classroom type setup are utilized, each area simulating the “real world” to prepare each person to live as independently as possible. Job coaches are a significant part of integrating those that are able into the work world. These coaches visit employers to educate them on the various disabilities and, even more importantly, on what each special person can offer to their various places of business. The job coaches assist with smooth transitions into the workplace so that the current employees are educated on what to expect, as well as handling any miscommunications or issues that may arise. The folks that come to enAble can be taught work skills at the enAble facility and at the actual place of business. Residential houses are also set up by enAble for those that need a place to live and a person is available 24 hours a day to assist with their care.
How Can You Help? enAble offers amazing services and opportunities to amazing people with disabilities — people that are valuable members of society and their community. enAble is always looking for places of business that are willing to work with them and the people that they serve. Another way to get involved is by being a “buddy” — go bowling, see a movie, have a meal together. Offering your time can make a valuable difference in the lives of these special individuals. enAble is a nonprofit organization; monetary donations are always appreciated, as government assistance is limited and the needs are many. Through the kindness of the community, enAble’s Roswell facility is growing to offer more opportunities for the families they serve. Visit www.enablega.org to see how you can get involved. Join enAble for a memorable evening and a wonderful opportunity to get involved.
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by Andrew Greeson There really is no place like home. However, I often think about the places I’ve made “home” such as my childhood home, a college dorm room, a trailer in the mountains that shook when the wind blew, and the tiny apartment with an ore mine in the backyard in which my wife and I shared for two years after getting married. Of course, the assisted living I lived in for three months, I called home. Throughout the different chapters of life, the one constant that made each place special were the people that were present. An Assisted Living is a place to consider when you are living alone and experience loneliness on a daily basis or if you need someone to assist with everyday activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, cleaning and laundry. You may worry about nutrition, whether you took your medications, or if you have health issues that need some oversight. Furthermore, you may just seek a change, opportunities for continued learning, to try something you’ve
never done before, to create new relationships, or to fulfill a desire to help others or perhaps, to give back to the community.
resident creates his/her day. Opportunities exist to further your social, recreational, educational and spiritual well-being.
At the Oaks at Post Road, we offer a place you can call home. You have the opportunity to create your next chapter with new friendships, set goals to accomplish something you’ve always wanted to do, challenge yourself to become inspired, or just enjoy the moment in time.
The Horizons Memory Care Program offers a familiar structure and daily routine for those with dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease. The programming enables residents to live with dignity and individuality, while being provided the special care they deserve. Because of the different functional levels of dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, we offer tiered programming that ensures that the activity has purpose and connects with the resident’s cognitive abilities. The daily goal in Horizons is for the resident to accomplish activities of work, rest, leisure and self-care.
We are a different kind of Assisted Living. Oaks Senior Living is family owned with over fourteen years of experience in Assisted Living ownership. The commitment to being personally available to residents and families, to provide the best staff and staffing ratios, to provide our residents with wonderful amenities, and to provide a beautiful and comfortable home is what separates the Oaks from others. The Oaks at Post Road offers four different levels of care providing all the comforts of home encouraging independent living. Further, we offer medication supervision and reminders along with regular monitoring for general health and well-being. As for activities, the
We invite you to experience what true family ownership of an Assisted Living can mean to you. December is a great time to visit, as the Community is filled with Holiday activities, music, décor and cheer. We welcome you to visit and find a place you can call home with the Oaks at Post Road. Feel free to call Andrew Greeson at (770) 886-2630 to set up a time to come tour our Community or visit www. oaksseniorliving.com for more information.
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SCHOOL
Avery Elementary Students Get Messy with Science
Avery Elementary School students participated in Halloween-inspired science experiments. Students in Angelina Beal’s fourth-grade class and Tori Sinco’s fifthgrade class worked together to apply their knowledge of the scientific method in a hands-on way. They created Fifth-graders Sakai Smith, left, and slime, made colors swirl in Gabby Cronic create slime. milk using dish soap and watched chemical reactions between baking soda and vinegar placed in a carved pumpkin.
Indian Knoll Students Visit GTRI
Indian Knoll’s technology club, the Techno Wizards, recently visited the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). This group of fifth and sixth Techno Wizards grade budding engineers toured GTRI’s robotics, tactics, systems engineering and human factors labs. The field trip encouraged the students to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields. Participating students are pictured above with the autonomous car “Sting” built by GTRI’s robotics lab.
‘Ghost Out’ Has Great Impact on ACE Students News from Cherokee Christian School ACE Academy recently observed Red Ribbon Week with activities designed to discourage drug and alcohol use and to build school spirit. The activities were sponsored by Student Council, and the capstone was the “Ghost Out” event presented by Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services. The “Ghost Out” included a simulated car accident and aftermath played out in real time for the student body. Students who were “critically hurt” were transported away by helicopter and ambulance; students who “died” were taken away in body bags. Following the simulation, Stacy Malegni spoke to the students about her real-life tragedy. Her son and mother-in-law both died after being hit by a driver under the influence on Riverstone Parkway in Canton in November 2008. “Although the simulation seemed very real, it was Mrs. Malegni’s story that had the most impact on the students,” Principal Richard Landolt said.
ACE Academy students in their make-up for the ‘Ghost Out’ simulated car accident are, from left: Mckenzie Costner, Brittany Hilton, Hesper Mallis, Kayleigh Osborne, Hope Collett, Andy Evans, Will Joy and Mary McCoy. 20 My East Canton | december 2012
Middle school students at Cherokee Christian School raised over $1300 to help children at Step by Step education center in Khayelitsha, South Africa. Khayelitsha is CCS Middle School Students an informal township and is considered a squatters camp. CCServes, a volunteer based effort among families at Cherokee Christian Schools, recently helped out at the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch in Waleska. The group has also assisted CCServes at the Joy House in Jasper by helping to prepare their newly constructed boys home and school for occupancy. The mission of CCServes is to build community within the families of the school by serving other families and ministries in the local community.
S C H O O L
Charter & Private Schools Antioch Christian Preschool
Hickory Flat UMC Preschool and Kindergarten
(770) 475-8553
(770) 345-9354, www.hickoryflat.org
Brenwood Academy
Legacy Home School Academy
(770) 704--4925, www.brenwoodacademy.com
(678) 493-8584, www.legacyhsa.com
Cherokee Charter Academy (678) 385--7322, www.cherokeecharter.org
Messiah Christian Academy
Cherokee Christian Academy and High School
(770) 479-5280 www.messiahchristianacademy.org
(678) 494-5464, www.cherokeechristian.org
Woodstock International School
Children’s Academy of Hickory Flat
(678) 977-6501 www.woodstockinternationalschool.org
(770) 345-2929, www.cahf314.com
Mission Point Christian Academy
Community Christian School
(678) 880-1345, www.fbccanton.org
(770) 479-9535, www.ccscanton.org
The Carpenter’s Shop Christian Preschool
Compass Prep Academy (404) 643-9424, www.compassprep.org
(770) 720-2333, www.thecarpentershopcanton.com
Dogwood Hills Academy
Union Hill UMC Preschool
(770) 345-3220, www.dogwoodhillsacademy.com
(678) 297-0550, www.unionhillumc.org
Public Schools Cherokee County School District Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us (770) 479-1871 Avery Elementary School
ACE Academy
Holly Springs Elementary School
Ball Ground Elementary School
Dean Rusk Middle School
Indian Knoll Elementary School
Creekland Middle School
Free Home Elementary School
Creekview High School
Hickory Flat Elementary School
6391 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-6200 Principal: Dr. Pam Spencer
480 Old Canton Road Ball Ground, GA 30107 (770) 735-3366 Principal: Mr. Doug Knott
1555 Owens Store Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-3200 Principal: Dr. Deborah Wiseman
1550 Owens Store Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 720-7600 Principal: Dr. Adrian Thomason
3921 Holly Springs Parkway Holly Springs, GA 30142 (770) 345-2005 Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt
4695 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-2832 Principal: Ms. Cindy Cooper
2755 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-6841 Principal: Dr. Keith Ingram
Furlough Day
December 24-January 4
School Holiday
January 21
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February 18-22
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3635 Univeter Road Canton, GA 30115 Principal: Ms. Ann Gazell
Macedonia Elementary School 10370 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-3429 Principal: Ms. Tammy Castleberry
12525 Cumming Highway Canton, GA 30115 (770) 887-5738 Principal: Ms. Karen Carl
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1965 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-5035 Principal: Dr. Dianne Steinbeck
Sequoyah High School 4485 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-1474 Principal: Mr. Elliott Berman
Local Colleges & Universities Kennesaw State University
(770) 423-6000, www.kennesaw.edu
Chattahoochee Technical College
(770) 528-4545, www.chattahoocheetech.edu
Reinhardt University
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SPORTS CHS Football Players Visit Ralph Bunche
News from the North Georgia Pickleball Club
CHS football players and Ralph Bunche students enjoy reading together.
Reinhardt University Hosts Successful rd 3 Annual Athletic Golf Tournament
Cherokee High football players do more than excel in athletics. Many players also make it a priority to give back to their community. Cherokee High School football players recently visited the Ralph Bunche Center to read to some of its preschool students. The players and the students enjoyed the visit.
YMCA Golf Tournament Supports Our Community
The YMCA hosted a Golf Tournament at Woodmont Golf & Country Club recently. Sponsors included Northside Hospital-Cherokee, Goshen Valley (L-R): Reese Hoffa - Bronze Olympian from Boys Ranch and 2012 London Games, Zach Blend with Kennesaw State Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, John Hicks with University — The the YMCA. Master of Science in Conflict Management Program. Over 100 golfers joined together to support the YMCA in its efforts to strengthen the foundation of our community and nurture the potential of every child and teen at the Y. Over $8,000 was raised to help serve children and teens in Y programs. Highlights of the event include Zach Blend’s team with Goshen Valley Boys Ranch winning the tournament. Special guest, Reese Hoffa, a Bronze medal winner in the Shot Put at the 2012 London Olympics, played in the tournament and shared with the golfers his story during the awards and dinner. 22 My East Canton | december 2012
A local player from the North Georgia Pickleball Club travelled to Buckeye, Arizona recently to compete in the National Pickleball National Pickleball Tournament Tournament. North Georgia club member, Pat Dunn, won the Bronze Medal for Women’s Doubles ages 65-69. Steve and Pat Dunn then competed in Mixed Doubles and Steve also competed in Open Men’s Doubles with his son, Scott, of Phoenix, Arizona. For more information on the North Georgia Pickleball Club, please call (770) 401-7355 or e-mail go4baroque@mindspring.com
With more than double the amount of scholarshipathletes this year (410) than last (200), Reinhardt intercollegiate athletics has First Low Gross more scholarship offerings and demands than ever. Created in 2010 to support the athletics program, the 3rd Annual Athletic Golf Tournament, played at Callahan’s Golf Links in Waleska, was a huge success. All funds raised from this event will go to support Reinhardt’s sports programs and student-athletes. “Intercollegiate athletics play a vital role in life at Reinhardt,”said Dr. J. Thomas Isherwood, president. “Our third event was a success, and we look forward to the tournament growing every year. It’s a great way for those who love athletics to get involved and make a real difference!” Two teams were awarded top honors. The overall winner of the tournament, taking First Low Gross and pictured from left, was the team of Steve Wallace ’72, Brian Wallace ’77, Jay Wallace ’85, and Bobby Epling, Reinhardt associate professor of physical education. While the team of Mike Hughes, Greg Floyd, Tom Casey and Rob Jordan, earned First Low Net.
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our staff and caregivers better relate to those we care for.” Angie Chastain, Resident Care Coordinator, said it gave her From left: Raquel Bustos with Cameron and her co-workers Hall, LaShanda Miller, CNA with Canton much greater Nursing Center, and Janice Sloan with Right insight into the at Home. everyday reality that so many seniors face. The VDT is something that Raquel offers on a regular basis at Cameron Hall, an Assisted Living facility in Canton. It’s a great experience not only for their staff but also to families who have loved ones with dementia. Janice, the Community Liaison with Right at Home, specializes in matching caregivers with seniors and other adults who need assistance at home. If you are interested in hosting a similar onsite event for your employees or church group, please contact Raquel Bustos at (770) 720-0290 or Janice Sloan at (404) 556-0121.
A VIEW from the Hill
It Was the Best of Times — Please let me know your thoughts It Was the Worst of Times at calvin.hill@house.ga.gov or And according to many it is (404) 656-0129. Thank you for still both! Those are the words the honor of serving as your I lead off with last year for my Representative to the NEW 22nd Legislative District. December article and they still ring true today. Only now we must add one more year of economic strife that has held this country hostage for the last five years.
Yet, I have seen this community rise to the occasion by helping their neighbors in need. The outpouring of generosity to help refill the larder at Papa’s Pantry or the lunch bags for children with MUST Ministries or the 10th Annual Coat Drive sponsored by Cherokee Bank all show that neighbors can pull together to help those in need. Like last year, the economy will be our number one priority as the Georgia General Assembly starts its new session on Monday, January 14, 2013. Also, like last year, we are facing revenues which are increasing, but not at the rate of expenditures. The huge financial impacts of the federal healthcare program, “Obamacare,” are beginning to hit and the costs are staggering, resulting in probable reductions to all departments with the possible exception of K-12 education. Most of us believe that placing another tax on families that are already struggling to pay their bills is not the right thing to do. We believe that working and growing our way out of this recession is the best way for increased jobs and revenues. We have worked to make Georgia the fourth fastest growing state in the country with over 10,000 new jobs and $2.6 billion in capital investments added last year. We will continue to be aggressive in our attempts to attract companies from throughout the country and from all over the world! With the defeat of the T-SPLOST, we will need to create a realistic and responsible transportation plan that will prioritize the needs and address them in that order. Ethics legislation will be important and I will again be introducing my Constitutional Amendment to prevent anyone who has not paid their taxes due from serving in any elected office throughout the state as part of that package. Yes, there are a lot of challenges lying ahead of us, but we will go into the New Year prepared to do all we can to tackle them. “The government cannot give anything to anyone that they have not first taken away from someone else.” — Adrian Rogers
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by Brian White, M.D.
Chickenpox?
Again? Did you know that anyone who has already had chickenpox may get shingles later in life? It is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles occurs when the virus that causes chickenpox starts up again in your body. After you get better from chickenpox, the virus “sleeps” (or becomes dormant) in your nerve roots. In some people, it stays dormant forever. In others, the virus “wakes up” when disease, stress or aging weakens the immune system. After the virus becomes active again, it can only cause shingles, not chickenpox. Shingles symptoms happen in stages. At first, you may have a headache or be sensitive to light. You may also feel like you have the flu but not a a fever. Later, you may feel itching, tingling or pain in a certain area. That’s where a band, strip or small area of rash may occur a few days later. The rash turns into clusters of blisters. The blisters fill with fluid and then crust over. It takes two to four weeks for the blisters to heal, and they may leave scars. Some people only get a mild rash, and some do not get a rash at all. Even though you can’t catch shingles from someone else who has shingles, it is contagious. The fluid from the blisters can spread the chickenpox virus to another person who has not had chickenpox or who has not gotten the chickenpox vaccine.
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There is a vaccine that may help prevent shingles or make it less painful if you do get it. The shingles vaccine is known as Zostavax. One dose is recommended for adults age 60 and older, whether or not you’ve had shingles before. If you’ve never had chickenpox, you may avoid getting the virus that causes both chickenpox and later shingles by receiving the varicella vaccine. If you develop shingles, avoid close contact with people until after the rash blisters heal. It is especially important to avoid contact with people who are at special risk from chickenpox or shingles, such as pregnant women, infants, or anyone who has never had chickenpox, anyone who is currently ill, or anyone with a weak immune system who is unable to fight infection. There is no cure for shingles, but treatment may help you get well sooner and prevent other problems. See a doctor as soon as you think you may have shingles. Information obtained from www.medicinenet.com, www.webmd.com, and www.ninds.nih.gov.
This information is provided by Brian White, M.D. of M.D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine. They are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week and are located in the Riverstone Medical Complex. For more information, please call (770) 720-7000 or visit their office at 720 Transit Avenue in Canton, next to Cracker Barrel.
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Come back to the true meaning of Christmas. Come back to the night Christ was born.
Come Back to Bethlehem. Returning for its 9th year, Back to Bethlehem is welcoming visitors from our community, throughout Georgia and even surrounding states. An incredible recreation of the night Jesus was born, Back to Bethlehem is an event not to be missed! Take in the sights, sounds, smells and even tastes of the first century Judean town on this miraculous night. Experience the true joy of the very first Christmas. Interact with storytellers, sample the wares of the merchants in the marketplace, pet the animals, mingle with the townspeople. As you meander through the streets, you will find yourself at the stable — angels, wisemen and Mary and Joseph with a new baby boy — Jesus our savior is born! Continue your journey to hear stories told of Jesus’ ministry, his crucifixion and his incredible resurrection. Visiting Back to Bethlehem is a Christmas tradition. The process of creating the city each year involves countless hours of dedication and hard work by many committed volunteers. The Back to Bethlehem planning team consists of 15-20 people, most of whom have been a part of the event since its inception in 2003. It began as a three-day event, but as its popularity grew so did its length. From three to five and now to an event that lasts nine days, construction on the city begins in October and volunteers work tirelessly until it is complete and ready for visitors. More than 300 people are needed each night, including children and adults, to ensure that the city and the event runs smoothly.
Very Special People for a Very Special Event
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All of the folks that help to create Back to Bethlehem are incredible. Bonnie Nobles, age 28, and Autumn Lewis, age 27, are two faithful volunteers that are extra special. As a very involved church volunteer throughout the year, Bonnie has been involved with
Back to Bethlehem since 2005. She has helped with childcare and has also dressed up as a townsperson. When asked, Bonnie shared that her favorite thing about Back to Bethlehem is “the nativity because it talks about baby Jesus and how he was born. I like seeing all the Bonnie Nobles different people dressed up in the different characters. Also, the crucifixion and resurrection because I like the way it is acted out. It really shows the meaning of what Jesus did for us.” Outside of all of her church responsibilities, Bonnie is also active in Special Olympics. Since the very first Back to Bethlehem event in 2003, Autumn has been an integral part. Autumn has played a townsperson, homeowner with her parents, census taker, and also helped with the fruit cart in the marketplace. Like Bonnie, Autumn participates in Special Olympics, attends the Cherokee Training Center and works at the Clayton Community Daycare. She is also an active church volunteer throughout the year. Autumn said that the best part of Back to Bethlehem is “talking to people who attend Back to Bethlehem. I hope that people ask Jesus in their hearts because of Back to Bethlehem.” A member of Hopewell shared, “It takes a village to run Back to Bethlehem. Hopewell Baptist Church has been blessed with the volunteer service of two very special members. Autumn and Bonnie do not let their life challenges get in the way of their dedication to serve their church. Their desire to spread the Christmas message has been an inspiration to their families, their church and their community.”
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Hopewell Baptist Church
78 Ridge Road, Canton 7-9 p.m. (770) 345-5723, www.backtobethlehem.com Back to Bethlehem is Hopewell’s Christmas gift to the community and admission is free. During the eight years the event has been held, more than 100,000 people have enjoyed traveling back in time to ancient Bethlehem. This year, 25,000 visitors are expected! Don’t miss it!
My East Canton Monthly wants to help make the holiday season easier and more enjoyable by providing you with options right here in our local communities. Our community businesses can help fill all your gift ideas and holiday needs, including a little time out for yourself, help in the kitchen or preserving your holiday memories. My East Canton Monthly’s 2012 Holiday Guide can help you find just what you need to make the holidays special and stress-free for you and your loved ones!
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Alessandro’s Italian Café & Pizzeria (770) 345-4446 www.alessandroscafe.com
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My East Canton Monthly has contacted several organizations within the community that could use some “Holiday Hope” to help ensure families enjoy and celebrate the holidays just as most of us will. Listed are several organizations to which you could volunteer time, effort or funds to assist in making the season a little brighter for all. Several organizations below are new or updated from the November edition. We hope this list is helpful as you consider your participation in giving during this
Adopt a Local Family or Child for the Holidays Many local Cherokee children and families are in need this holiday season. Reach out to your local community by adopting a child or family and assisting them this holiday. Clothing and shoe sizes are available, as well as individual and family needs. To help out a neighbor in need, please contact Whitney Minton or Meredith Dixon, professional school counselors at Canton Elementary Stem Academy.
(770) 720-6100, ext. 245
New Bank of North Georgia Holiday Toy Drive From now through December 14, all area Bank of North Georgia locations are hosting a holiday toy drive. Each branch is supporting a local charity. Customers and local residents can participate by bringing in new, unwrapped toys for boys and girls to any local branch. For branch locations, please visit https://
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New Cherokee County Senior Services Adopt-A-Senior Program Volunteers are needed to adopt a senior who is currently receiving services through Meals-On-Wheels, Congregate Meal, or Homemaker Programs. Each gift box will include a towel set, small lotion, stationery with envelopes, a book of stamps, and a special note to the senior. Please consider adopting at least one senior! Call Frankie Sanders at (770) 924-7768 or email fsanders@cherokeega.com to register. The deadline to adopt and drop off gifts is December 7. Gifts will be taken to Cherokee Recreations & Parks Agency at 7545 Main St, Bldg. 200, Woodstock, GA 30188. Staff members will deliver the gifts to those in need.
Meals-On-Wheels Drivers are needed to help deliver meals to homebound seniors in Cherokee County. You can volunteer as little as three hours per week delivering meals. Volunteers come from all walks of life: stay at home moms, telecommuters, retired folks and those working people who are able to take a longer lunch occasionally. By delivering meals you can reach out to those in need right here in your own community. Mileage reimbursement is available. For more information, please contact (770) 345-7440 or ssmith@cherokeega.com.
Congregate Program Volunteers are needed to work in our Congregate program which meets each week day. Volunteers can call bingo, teach a craft, help serve lunch or simply spend time talking with seniors. If you have a talent such as singing or dancing, can play a musical instrument or feel you have something valuable to speak about, they want you! For more information, please contact (770) 345-2675 or pkenny@cherokeega.com 34 My East Canton | december 2012
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New Cherokee County Volunteer Aging Council The Cherokee County Volunteer Aging Council (VAC) is an organization dedicated to supporting programs that benefit all of Cherokee County Senior Services’ programs such as Meals-on Wheels, the Last Stop Fund for utility bills, meds and other emergency needs, the Fan Drive, Building/Restoration Project, the Food Closet and more. The VAC also provides nearly $1000 each month to purchase nutritional supplements for those who cannot eat regular meals due to medical conditions. The VAC relies on donations as they are vital to the continued success of the many programs it supports. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be designated specifically towards one of their programs, listed in more detail on their website, or you can allow them to apply those funds to the area of greatest current need. All funds stay in Cherokee County and are used for the most frail and needy members of our community. Please consider including the VAC in your 2012 holiday giving and as you draw up your 2013 charitable budget. Donations can be made online at their website at www.VAC-CherokeeGA.org, or you can send your check payable to the Cherokee County Volunteer Aging Council to PO Box 291, Lebanon, GA, 30146.
Cherokee Sheriff's Reserve Unit Each year the Cherokee Sheriff’s Reserve Unit’s Christmas Joy Program helps families, children, and the elderly receive food, toys and basic necessities. These items are gathered and distributed by the Reserve Unit through donation of money and food from individuals, companies, service organizations and schools. In 2011, the Unit served more than 100 families, 223 children and 111 elderly. If your family needs assistance and your children are in the Cherokee County School System, please contact their school counselors. If you would like to make a donation, please make your check payable to the Cherokee Sheriff’s Reserve Unit and mail to Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, c/o Reserve Unit, 498 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA 30115. For information about the program, please contact Sgt. John Forkin. (678) 333-6345
Cherokee Youth Works Gift Connection Cherokee Youth Works, a program in Cherokee Focus sponsors Gift Connection. Gift Connection allows the community to donate funds for testing fees, college entrance fee, interview clothing, transportation, shelter, food, daycare and many other supports that our youth need to be successful. If you are interested in donating to Gift Connection please visit www.cherokeefoucs.org. Gift Connection runs throughout the year to support our youth.
New Children's Healthcare of Atlanta — "Share the Hope" Campaign Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, one of the largest pediatric health care systems in the country, expects more than 1,200 patients in their hospitals during the last two weeks of this year. Children’s is partnering with the Verizon Foundation to launch the second annual “Share the Hope” campaign. This year’s video and digital sharing campaign, which encourages people to send supportive messages to patients who must spend their holidays in the hospital, launched on Nov. 9, on ShareWithChildrens. org . The “Share the Hope” video, created by local advertising agency BKV, shows some of the inspiring faces of children who were treated at Children’s this year. As viewers watch the heartfelt video, they are invited to submit an encouraging message for patients to read over the holidays. Donations will also be accepted, with the initial contribution coming from the Verizon Foundation, who has pledged a gift of $3 per message up to $30,000. Messages for the patients will be displayed on closed-circuit TVs throughout the hospital during the last two weeks of the year. Visit ShareWithChildrens.org to let a young patient at Children’s know you’re thinking about them this holiday season, and all year long.
Updated Children's Restoration Network Children’s Restoration Network (CRN) is a nonprofit agency focusing on homeless children in the North Fulton community and Metro Atlanta by meeting the children’s basic needs and providing a broad range of positive experiences for the children and their mothers. CRN encourages churches, neighborhoods, businesses and community organizations to conduct drives to help support the organization during the Christmas season, CRN will begin its “12 Days of Caring” program to provide new clothes, new toys and other gifts to the children. Donations of new clothes and new toys are requested. In addition, churches, businesses and community organizations also may “adopt” an entire shelter or group home (CRN will match an organization to a shelter/group home depending on the organization’s ability to help). CRN also will sponsor a gift-wrapping party the weekend before Christmas; wrapping supplies will be provided by CRN, but extra wrapping paper and tape are appreciated. For more information, please contact Children’s Restoration Network. (770) 649-7117, www.ChildRN.org or info@ChildRN.org
Foster Care Support Foundation Inc. Foster Care Support Foundation Inc. (FCSF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting thousands of Georgia’s foster and displaced children by providing free clothes, toys and infant-care equipment. During the holiday season and throughout the year, FCSF is in need of new, like-new, and gently worn clothing for preemie sizes to size 24; new underwear, socks and shoes (except infant sizes); toys in great repair; and boys’ pants and sneakers. FCSF also accepts gifts for teens, such as CDs and hand-held games. Monetary donations, sponsorships and volunteers for FCSF’s operation and support — as well as FCSF’s All Kids Count benefit in March 2013 — are critical in helping FCSF to continue to offer programs and assistance for at-risk children. Donated items that are not needed (furniture, household décor and adult clothing) will be placed in the Fostering Hope Bargain Resale shop, 1425 Market Blvd., Suite 340, Roswell, GA. For more information, call (770) 641-9591. help@fostercares.org, www.fostercares.org
New MUST Ministries MUST Ministries Marietta will be collecting toys for ages birth through 18 years for its Christmas Toy Shop. Toys can be dropped off at the Marietta location 1407 Cobb Parkway, or the Canton location, 141 Marietta Road, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. New, unwrapped toys for children and new gifts for teens and for parents are needed; the largest need exists for older children. MUST Ministries is also in need of new winter hats, mittens, scarves, underwear and socks, large trash bags, and Christmas gift wrap. Volunteers are needed to sort toys, set up and staff the Toy Shop, and to replenish supplies and take down the shop. For more information, or to donate, please call Jenny at (770) 479-5397, ext. 3107.
Updated Papa's Pantry Papa’s Pantry, has several opportunities to help during the holidays. In December, you may “adopt” a family for Christmas giving (families will be matched through mid-December). Needed holiday items include Christmas trees and lights, ornaments, gifts and food. Throughout the winter months, Papa’s Pantry also accepts new electric space heaters for its clients in need. Both Cherokee County Papa’s Pantry locations accept food donations to help families in need throughout the year: canned meat, cereal, cereal bars, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, canned fruit, canned pasta, boxed and packaged side items. Financial contributions are also needed (and can be made online). For more information, call (770) 591-
4730. www.papaspantry.org
Updated Secret Santa — Cherokee County Department of Family & Children Services Cherokee County DFCS is in great need of gift sponsors for approximately 200 children in foster care this year. Cash donations to the Year-Round Secret Santa Fund are also needed. If you would like to sponsor a child for Christmas, please call (678) 427-9393 and they will be happy to give you more information. If you’d like to make a cash donation, please make your check out to Cherokee County DFCS and write Secret Santa in the FOR line. Mail your check to Cherokee County DFCS, P. O. Box 826, Canton, GA 30169. You can also go to their new website at www. cherokeesanta.com for more information…as well as like them on Facebook.
Soldiers' Angels Soldiers’ Angels is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization of more than 30 different teams and projects supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Soldiers’ Angels sends letters, care packages and comfort items to deployed military and also helps support their families here at home. In addition, Soldiers’ Angels provides assistance to wounded military, continuing support for veterans; remembrances and comfort for families of fallen military; and immediate response to unique difficulties. Through special projects and dedicated teams and individuals supporting our troops, Soldiers’ Angels makes a visible difference in the lives of our service members and their families. www.soldiersangels.org
Toys for Tots Alessandro’s Italian Café & Pizzeria in Canton is an official Toys for Tots drop-off location. Please bring any donations of new, unwrapped toys to the restaurant, 10511 Bells Ferry Road, Canton. Toys will be accepted through December 20th.
(770) 345-4446, www.alessandroscafe.com In addition, all ERA Sunrise realty offices will serve as drop-off locations for Toys for Tots donations. New, unwrapped toys will be accepted through December 11 at all area ERA Sunrise offices, including 157 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 100, Canton, GA 30114, (770) 720-1515. Financial donations also may be made at www.toysfortots. org. For more information, contact Christina Mitchell at (770) 598-7402. www.footprintspublishing.com 35
absolutely free, so don’t forget to bring your camera. The Ball Ground Optimist Club will be providing hot chocolate and marshmallow roasting and the Ball Ground Lions Club will be giving away free popcorn. For more information, contact Ball Ground City Hall at (770) 735-2123. Come and mingle with townspeople, street vendors, Roman soldiers, storytellers and live animals as you approach the stable to admire the birth of the newborn baby Jesus with Mary and Joseph. Free to the community; donations accepted. For more information please call (770) 345-5723 or visit www.BackToBethlehem.com.
Now — January 6
The Gift of Lights at Atlanta Motor Speedway Time:
Sunday-Thursday, 6-9 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 5:3010 p.m. Location: 1500 Tara Place; Hampton, GA Cost: $15 per car MondayThursday; $20 per car FridaySunday and Holidays; Buses are $1. per person ($20.00 minimum). Discount Tickets available at Metro-Atlanta Walgreens. Information: The Gift of Lights at Atlanta Motor Speedway returns for its second season as Georgia’s largest holiday LED light show. Almost 2 million LED lights will light up hundreds of festive holiday displays that stretch over a mile and half through and around the grandstands. Visit Santa for free, photos compliments of Food Depot on December 7-9; 14-16; 21-23 (Friday-Sunday) and stop by the Speedway gift shop for some unique last minute gifts. (770) 423-1330; e-mail: giftoflights@jrmmanagement.com; www.atlantagiftoflights.com; facebook.com/ ATLgiftoflights
December 1 — 9
Back to Bethlehem Time: Location:
7-9 p.m. Hopewell Baptist Church 78 Ridge Road, Canton Information: Visitors are transported back 2000 years to the ancient city of Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born.
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Christmas on Main — Downtown Woodstock Time: 6-9 p.m. Information: Downtown Woodstock is transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas on Main. Excellent chance to take care of your Christmas shopping at a fun downtown festival. Santa will be at the Woodstock Visitors Center during the event. $100 Downtown Gift Certificate Giveaway. Every $10 you spend at a Downtown business during Friday Night Live can enter you into a drawing for a $100 Downtown Dollars Gift Certificate. For more information, please call (770) 924-0406.
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit Ball Ground
December 13 — 22
Holiday Lights of Hope — Benefitting Anna Crawford Children’s Center Time: Location: Cost:
6-10 p.m. Hobgood Park, Woodstock Adults, $10; Children 14 & under, free Information: Large walk-through light display featuring more than 100,000 lights, Santa’s Village with photo opportunities, Christmas Village shopping, children’s activities, seasonal concessions and more! www.cherokeechildadvocates. org; www.holidaylightsofhope.com
December 14 & 15
5th Annual Winter Polar Express Presented by Academy of Dance Company Time:
December 14, 7 p.m.; December 15, 2 & 7 p.m. Location: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell, (770) 594-6232 Information: An enchanting holiday show for all ages. Come delight in the beautiful story of a young girl who climbs aboard a mysterious train headed for the North Pole. Watch as she dances with Santa, meets the Elves, and experiences the magic of Believing. For tickets and information, please call (770) 578-8272 or contact bapaadc@yahoo.com.
December 15
Latimer Hall Christmas Arts & Crafts Show Time: Location: Time: 6:30 p.m. parade starts Information: Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their official visit to the city of Ball Ground, beginning with a large parade featuring fire trucks, elves, floats, and lots more! At the conclusion of the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos at the gazebo in the heart of downtown Ball Ground. Photos are
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Latimer Hall in Downtown Woodstock, 103 Towne Lake Pkwy. Information: Unique holiday gifts; bake sale and toy drive, www. whatsupwoodstock.com
National Wreaths Across America Remembrance Ceremony Time: noon
Location:
Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Veterans Cemetery Rd., Canton
Santa Visits Deans Store Time: Location:
1-2 p.m. 8588 Main Street, Woodstock Information: The Christmas tradition continues as Santa visits. Guests are encouraged to bring their cameras to take pictures of their kids with Santa. www.whatsupwoodstock.com
Lunch with Santa Time: Location:
1:30-3:30 p.m. Alessandro’s Italian Café & Pizzeria, 10511 Bells Ferry Road, Canton Information: Enjoy lunch and photos with Santa. (770) 345-4446, www.alessandroscafe.com
Throughout the Month of December
Christmas in Roswell Information: Roswell is filled with shops, restaurants, arts and culture and and more. www.visitroswellga.com
Holidays Along the Divine 9 - Downtown to Downtown – Alpharetta & Roswell Information: Many holiday events along the “Divine 9”— For complete details, please visit www.divine9ga.com.
Holiday Worship Services & Holiday Programs
Woodstock Christian Church 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock www.woodstockchristian.org (770) 926-8238 December 15 — The Secret of Snowflake County, 6:30 p.m. Information: Come join the Children’s Choir as they perform “The SECRET of Snowflake County,” It will be a great night that will remind us all of the true spirit of Christmas! December 24 — Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 6:30 p.m.
Sixes United Methodist Church 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton sixesumc.org; (770) 345-7644 December 24 — Christmas Eve Services Information: 5 p.m. service with a special invitation to families with children; 7 & 11 p.m. Candlelight services, featuring traditional Christmas hymns and the lighting of the candles
Timothy Lutheran Church 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 928-2812 December 5 & 12 — Family dinner followed by Advent service, 6:30 p.m. December 24 — Christmas Eve Services, 5, 7:30 & 11 p.m. all with Holy Communion December 31 — New Year’s Eve Service, 7 p.m. with Holy Communion
Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock www.woodstockpcusa.com (770) 926-0074 December 15 — Choir Cantata: Pepper Choplin’s “Night of the Father’s Love: the Awe and Mystery of God with Us,” The choir, featuring an array of singers from several area churches, liturgical dancers, and orchestra accompanists, is directed by John Keith Cowan. Nursery will be provided; 7 p.m. December 24 — Christmas Eve Candlelight Service “Meet Jesus,” Holy Communion will be served. All are welcome; 7 p.m.
Tikvah L’Chaim (The North Central Missions Center) 4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock www.tlchaim.com; (678) 936-4125 December 8 — The first night of the Feast of Dedication, elements from the congregation as well as The Cowboy Church Kids, and The Iranian Church of the Resurrection. Worship will take place in English, Farsi and Hebrew and there will be food from many different lands. Come and experience what it means to be one in The Body of Messiah. Come and experience Messiah Yeshua (Jesus), in the Festival of Light; 6:30 p.m.
Elm Street Cultural Arts Village City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org — please visit website for complete calendar listings December 8, 15 & 22
The Lazy Elves Time: Cost:
2 p.m. $10 advance online $12 at the door Information: Santa must find a way to get the elves back to work, but how? Great fun for the whole family with a gentle reminder to get your work done first before going out to play! December 8, 9, 16, 22 & 24
A Christmas Carol Time:
December 8 & 22, 7:30 p.m.; December 9, 16 & 24, 2 p.m. Cost: $12 Adults, $11 Seniors, $10 Ages 12 and under advance purchase online; also available at the door for additional cost Information: Ebeneezer Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by three remarkable Spirits. A Cherokee County favorite for 10 years! December 14, 15, 21 & 23
It’s a Wonderful Life Time:
December 14, 15 & 21, 7:30 p.m.; December 23, 2 p.m. Cost: $12 Adults, $11 Seniors, $10 Ages 12 and under advance purchase online; also available at the door for additional cost Information: A befuddled angel helps George Bailey realize his town is a better place because he was born. This is the official live stage adaptation of the beloved Frank Capra film.
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Happy Holidays Everyone
A Season of Gratitude & a Season for Giving
by Dr. Kellie Baxter Happy holidays everyone! My staff and I would like to take this time to thank you for supporting us this year. We couldn’t do it without you. We hope this year turns out to be one of your best, with your holiday season ever-filled with joy, holiday cheer and fond memories.
Kellie Baxter B.S., D.C. specializes in chiropractic, sports injuries and nutrition. For more information, please call the office at (770) 345-1111 or visit www.BaxterChiro.com.
We are hosting a toy drive this year so that all the little ones might have a great holiday, too. You can drop off any new toy at our location and we will deliver it to Toys For Tots on December 19th. If you decide to help us with the toy drive, please make sure your toy is new and unwrapped. We even plan to reward you for spreading holiday cheer. Everyone who brings a toy will receive a coupon for $5 off any spa service at Revive Day Spa or any item in Revive’s gift shop.
by Dr. William Klausmeyer “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” — Melody Beatty
Dr. William Klausmeyer is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Class of 1984. He consistently searches for alternatives for the use of “scary stuff” in dentistry. (770) 479-1444, www.CantonHeightsDental.com
I always think of November as gratitude month, as it flows backwards from Thanksgiving. I always think of December as the Season for Giving, as it too flows backwards — from Christmas. We have all been given so much — every day, a new beginning. A great country to live in. Friends and family. We really truly are blessed.
For my clients who want to do something healthy for themselves, we have a new weight loss program. Learning how to lose weight the right way can decrease blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, help diabetics stabilize and even reverse type 2 diabetes in some cases. Healthy weight loss can also improve energy levels and endurance. Weight loss can improve symptoms of arthritis by lessening pressure on arthritic joints and decreasing inflammation. Our program has helped relieve acid reflux and irritable bowel in many of our dieters.
I am new to the Canton area and I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude for all the kindness and support I am getting — from both the professional community and from the good people of the area. It’s a beautiful town, and I appreciate the real southern hospitality. I occasionally like to say, “I lived in Florida for 20+ years and had to move 600 miles NORTH to receive some southern hospitality! It’s TRUE! And although I am not ‘from’ the south...I got here as quick as I could!
Our weight loss program provides fast results without the use of shots, pills, fat burners or other unhealthy methods. When considering weight loss plans, I wanted something healthy — a plan that people could not only follow and feel full on, but also learn why other plans have such a high failure rate and poor results. Results on our plan are typical when followed: women lose an average of 3-5 pounds per week. Our men typically lose between 4-7 pounds per week. While you are losing weight you will have a coach to teach you how to lose weight fast and keep it off forever!
With the holidays in mind, I would like to take a moment to pass on a little gift to anyone who would like to come into our office located at 327 Heights Place in Canton. If you’re new to us, we would be happy to provide you free of cost your initial examination and all necessary dental radiographs and images.
To help make losing fun we are starting a Big Loser contest January 2nd. You can enter to win prizes while improving your health!
We can be found on the internet at www.CantonHeightsDental. com which is a great way to see who we are... And the mobile version loads on your smart phone — you can call, book an appointment, or look through staff and services or a map right on the phone. So, give us a look and give us a try! Oh, and have a most grateful and giving holiday season!
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ADVANCED Retinal Imaging Technology by Kyle Edwards, O.D. Preventative eye care never has been more critical than it is today. Regular eye screenings play a vital role in preventing loss of sight and detecting systemic disease. A comprehensive eye exam, including an optomap retinal imaging test, can aid in the early diagnosis of potential problems for people of all ages, including young children.
Eyes have been referred to as the “window” to a patient’s overall health and can reveal such conditions as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer. Advanced retinal imaging technology like the optomap can provide earlier diagnoses and improved overall patient health.
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A comprehensive eye exam, including an optomap retinal imaging test, can aid in the early diagnosis of potential problems for people of all ages, including young children.
Dr. Kyle Edwards is an optometrist at Edwards Eye Care in Woodstock. (770) 479-0222, www.EdwardsEyeCare.com
Optomap retinal imaging technology is a fast, non-invasive, painless technology that offers a broad view of the back of the eye — something no other device is capable of doing. The images provide eye care professionals with information on numerous diseases that affect a patient’s eyes, sight and overall health, including cancer, hypertension, retinal detachment, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of blindness.
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The optomap retinal imaging test is a comfortable and quick exam, performed in only a few minutes. The exam captures and analyzes an image of virtually the entire retina in a quarter of a second — allowing a patient to view the retinal image with the doctor during the exam and also providing a permanent record for comparison, as well as tracking and diagnosing potential issues. The optomap retinal imaging technology has received worldwide recognition as an important eye care diagnostic instrument and was also recently featured on “The Doctors” program. Ask your eye care professional if optomap retinal imaging should be a part of your next comprehensive eye exam.
To Vaccinate Or
Not To Vaccinate? Part 2 Commonly held myths about vaccines and vaccine preventable diseases (Part 1 of this article was featured in the October edition)
by Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis Myth 2: The majority of people who get the diseases Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia and are vaccinated. Absolutely has practiced in the pediatric field for true but misleading suggesting more than 17 years. 2920 Marietta those vaccines are not effective Highway, Suite 142, Canton (770) 7040057, www.dvpediatrics.com at preventing disease which could not be further from the truth. Vaccines have definitely reduced the rates of illness, complications and deaths from all diseases for which vaccines are available. This myth is explained by two factors. No vaccine is 100 percent effective at preventing disease, but the measles vaccine comes close at about 99 percent. Most vaccines are 85-95 percent effective. The second factor is that the majority of people in the United States have been vaccinated. Let’s look at an example: In a high school class of 1000 students, all but five students have been fully immunized by
having two doses of vaccine against measles. All students are unknowingly exposed to measles; all students who do not have immunity develop measles. All five students that have not been vaccinated get measles and if one percent of the student body that was vaccinated did not respond to the vaccine, then 10 additional students will get measles. Therefore 67 percent of the sick students had previously been vaccinated. This does not prove the vaccine does not work. In fact it shows the opposite. All children who were unvaccinated got sick. Only one percent of the vaccinated students got sick. If no one in the class was vaccinated we would expect 1000 cases of measles, which would result in 60 cases of pneumonia, one brain infection and two deaths. Myth 3: Giving a child multiple vaccinations at the same time increases the risk of harmful side effects and can overload the immune system. Infants and children are exposed to many germs which are composed of antigens everyday just by playing, eating and breathing. The average infant or child is exposed to 2000–6000 antigens per day. The complete standard childhood vaccination schedule contains 150 antigens which is less than 10 percent of the antigens your child is exposed to in a single day. Are there not more vaccines than there used to be? Yes, interestingly the number of diseases continued on page 58
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by Travis Jones, DPM Bunions are one of the most common problems that foot and ankle surgeons see on a daily basis. While exact statistics are debated, there is no question that millions of people each year suffer from painful bunions that alter or hinder their normal daily activities.
Dr. Travis Jones is podiatric physician and surgeon with Village Podiatry Centers in Canton. His office is located at 132 Riverstone Terrace, Suite 101. To schedule an appointment, call (770) 771-6991 or visit www.vpcenters.com.
What exactly is a bunion? A bunion is a deformity within the foot that most people perceive as a large bump at the base of the big toe. The deformity, coined by the Latin term “hallux valgus,” literally means the turning outward (valgus) of the big toe (hallux). While the deformity appears on the outside of the base of the big toe, a bunion actually is caused by an abnormality of both bone and soft tissue allowing the first metatarsal (the bone adjoining the big toe) to drift to the inside of the foot creating a painful bump. What causes a bunion? There are several theories about what causes a bunion, including poor-fitting footwear, biomechanical abnormalities (e.g. flat feet), inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, neurological conditions like cerebral palsy and a family history of bunions. There is a natural tendency to blame “bad shoes” as the vast majority of bunions do occur in females. While some doctors support this claim, there is insufficient evidence to blame inappropriate footwear as the sole cause for developing bunions. For most people, a family history and/or specific foot type, such as flat feet, play a large role in the development and severity of a bunion. How do I know if I have a bunion and can I do anything to prevent one? While most people recognize a large painful bump at the base of their big toe, bunions may not always look so obvious. Typically, most individuals with bunions experience pain that is worse with certain shoes and with specific activities. As the bunion deformity progresses, muscle imbalances can contribute to hammertoe deformities which also can cause pain. Conservative treatment for bunions includes better footwear and activity modification. While there is no proven measure to prevent the natural progression continued on page 58 East Canton | december 2012 42 My
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Pistachio Crust 4 Tbs. pistachios, crushed 2 Tbs. pine nuts, crushed ½ cup Panko bread crumbs ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Marsala Wine Sauce 1 cup Marsala wine 1 Tbs. finely chopped onion ¼ cup beef stock 4 Tbs. unsalted butter
mustard-coated side through Pistachio crust. Finish off in preheated oven at 400 degrees to desired doneness, approximately 5 minutes. Reduce Marsala wine, onions and beef stock in sauté pan by ¾. Remove from heat and add unsalted butter until melted, stirring constantly. In a sauté pan, bring 1 tsp. olive oil up to medium high heat and add Arugula, tossing occasionally for 1 minute until warm. Remove to plate. Slice tenderloin into ½” wide cutlets and plate. Drizzle Marsala wine sauce over tenderloin. This dish pairs well with your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon. Enjoy!
Arugula Salad 1 handful Arugula 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
Directions: Mix all ingredients for Pistachio crust in a small bowl. Salt and pepper pork tenderloin to taste. Bring sauté pan to medium high heat with 1 tsp. olive oil, seer tenderloins 1 minute on each side, and remove to ovensafe plate. Carefully smooth Dijon mustard on one side of each tenderloin and drudge
Corey Shupert, Co-Owner of Downtown Kitchen Downtown Kitchen is located at 140 E. Marietta Street, in historic downtown Canton. His goal is to consistently deliver the perfect dining experience for guests. For more information, please visit www.thedowntownkitchen.com or call (770) 479-1616.
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Not your average MAKE COMPOST NOW Wake-Up
by Dawn Mason, D.V.M. Have you ever woken up and discovered your fluffy kitty urinating on your bed? This may be an awful wake-up call that something is wrong with your furry friend. Urinary tract issues are a common complaint of cat owners today. Owners Dawn Mason D.V.M. is a 1999 are often frustrated to discover graduate of Auburn University College that the cat has urinated on of Veterinary Medicine and practices a pile of laundry or pair of at BridgeMill Animal Hospital. shoes on the floor. The odor (770) 479-2200 alone takes armed forces to remove from the environment and can linger in carpeting and bedding permanently. Urinary issues are not only frustrating to cat owners but to veterinarians as well, especially if it is a perplexing syndrome known as Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD). FLUTD is a grouping of urinary symptoms that target the urinary tract and bladder. More than 50 percent of cats with FLUTD do not have an underlying cause for their symptoms. This syndrome is marked by cats experiencing frequent urination in unusual places or the litter box. The urine is oftentimes bloody and the cat may vocalize or lick itself repeatedly. If an underlying cause for improper urination is ruled out, a presumptive diagnosis of FLUTD is made. There seems to be a link to environmental stress, which may predispose the pet. These stressed cats may have an imbalance in the way the brain regulates hormones. This stress manifests within the wall of the bladder, creating bleeding of the bladder wall and bloody urine. FLUTD is most commonly found in younger cats and tends to improve with age. It is not understood why some cats have this excessive stress and others don’t, but minimizing changes in the cat’s life are crucial for reducing the number of outbreaks. Treating FLUTD with antibiotics is controversial because it is considered a sterile infection and cultures are negative for bacterial growth. Using antibiotics when cultures are clean may lead to antibiotic resistance. Veterinarians may recommend pain medications or anxiety drugs to help the symptoms. There is currently no real cure for FLUTD. If your cat is suspected of having FLUTD, there are ways to reduce the flare-ups and help keep your kitty more continued on page 58 East Canton | december 2012 46 My
For Next Year’s Garden
by Louise Estabrook Agricultural and Natural Resources Agent Now is an excellent time to start a compost pile. Home composting is a wonderful way to recycle your leaves and many other organic materials commonly found around the home. By composting, we convert waste into a valuable, useful product.
Information about Extension Solutions for Homes and Gardens can be found on the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension website, www. caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee. Or contact the Cherokee County Extension Office, 100 North St., Suite G21, Canton, GA, (770) 479-0418.
With a little time and effort, thousands upon thousands of conservation-minded people are making “free” compost from left-over coffee grounds, leaves, grass clippings, fruit and vegetable trimmings, brush trimmings or other garden and landscape debris. Plant growers can then apply this “homemade” compost to flower beds, shrub areas and vegetable gardens to help their plants grow bigger and better next year. The addition of compost greatly improves the soil’s structure by allowing for better soil drainage and proper air movement. Good drainage and air movement help to ensure proper root growth and greatly aid in reducing root diseases. In addition, adding organic matter enhances the soil’s fertility and provides nutrients that will help your plants grow better and produce more. Compost helps conserve soil moisture, too.
The amount of compost a vegetable garden needs depends mainly on the soil type and how you garden. Ideally, add 20 to 30 pounds of compost per 100 square feet of garden area each year. These amounts usually don’t cause a problem for people with small gardens. However, many gardeners who have larger gardens find they can’t produce enough compost from their kitchen and yard waste alone. What can you do if you’re not making enough compost? First, keep on composting. And keep on applying the compost to your garden, even if you can’t apply the full recommended rate. When it comes to compost in the garden, a good rule of thumb is that some is much better than none. If your neighbors aren’t composting, they may be happy to donate their kitchen and yard waste to your composting project. With that extra organic matter, you might be able to double or triple continued on page 58 www.footprintspublishing.com
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Wintertime
Hair Care Must Do’s by Jyl Craven Have you noticed that nature’s signs this year — like extrabushy squirrel tails —all point to a long, cold winter? When a harsh winter strikes, not only does Jack Frost nip at your nose, he nips at your hair, too! Your hair care routine should vary with the seasons. Here are a few tips for keeping your hair healthy and vibrant until spring rolls around again:
Jyl Craven of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. For information you may contact the salon at (770) 345-9411 or visit www.jylcraven.com.
Wash Hair Less Often — While nothing feels better than a nice steamy shower after a cold day, too-thorough hair washing can eliminate the natural oils that protect your hair from the cold. Regulate this delicate balance in the wintertime by washing hair less often, perhaps every other day rather than every day. Use a Moisturizing Conditioner — Depending on your exposure to the elements, you may find that your hair still needs conditioning daily, even with less washing. If so, be sure to use a conditioner with extra moisturizing power. Schedule a Monthly Deep Conditioning Treatment — Winter is the time of year where deep conditioning treatments are imperative for almost everyone. Remember to make an appointment with your stylist for a monthly treatment and you’ll really notice the difference come springtime. Tell Mom She was Right…And Wrong — Sure you don’t really catch a cold from going outside with a wet head (colds come from germs!) but you can catch something even longer lasting than the rhinovirus… broken hair and split ends. So be sure you dry your hair all the way before going outside, even if that means waking up earlier or washing your hair the night before. Go Shopping — Speaking of damaging your hair, even mild exposure to the elements can leave your locks limp. While you’re doing that holiday shopping, invest in a winter hat or scarf — natural fibers are best — to alleviate some of the damage. One more thing: never, ever use a hat as an excuse to leave the house with a wet head. A hat on wet hair can damage your tresses even more. continued on page 58 East Canton | december 2012 48 My
HOME SECURITY Tips by Michael Buckner
Security systems are in more than 100 million homes across the country. If properly installed and used regularly, a home security system can be there for you when you really need it. Many homeowners, however, either don’t use their Michael Buckner is the owner of Audio system or have a system that Intersection located at 631 E. Main doesn’t protect as well as it Street, Canton. For more information should. Your home security on any of his monthly columns, for system can be used for much questions or to set up an appointment, call (770) 479-1000. more beyond just security; in fact, it can control many different features of your home. Many people today have a security system that is full of “cracks.” For example, the $99 special that a popular company sells includes only two doors and one motion sensor. For most houses, this is not a suitable system. If you have an alarm, do tests regularly to make sure all points of entry are protected and that the monitoring company’s actually call back when you intentionally set it off. We program our clients’ systems to dial into the monitoring station every 30 days to “check in” and let us know it’s still communicating. Make sure your alarm does this. Also, make sure you have smoke detectors that are hooked up to your security system. This is not only a smart idea but also will give you an extra break on your homeowner’s policy. What is most fun for me are the cool things that can be controlled in your home through your security system. For example, arming the system can also turn off the lights and lower the thermostat in your home. Another added security feature is making the exterior lights flash when the alarm is set off. If the fire alarm is set off, the system can be programmed to illuminate the paths from the bedrooms to the exits or the entire home if desired. Also, instead of just calling the monitoring company, we can make your alarm system send you a text or email alert so that you know the minute something has happened. A security system doesn’t stop at the alarm. Cameras can be very useful for staying alert in your home and recording any trespassers. Got a pool? You may want to consider installing security cameras to cover the pool area, especially if you have children. Cameras at the front door are nice, too. This allows you to see (from your iPad, for example) any visitors at the front door and then remotely unlock the door for them so that they can come in and enjoy the party on the terrace level. Also, continued on page 58 www.footprintspublishing.com
The Family Touch
and some celebration with the grandparents and friends as well as the siblings when there are older children in the family.
by Dr. James E. Kilgore
Christmas always reminds us of the birth of a baby in Bethlehem. It was called the “greatest day in the church year” by Martin Luther. I also had a daughter born in the month of December and my wife’s birthday comes then too.
Dr. Kilgore is president of the
This year, along with these International Family Foundation, Suite 220, 1558 Marietta Hwy, Canton,GA other special events, I’ll be 30114. He and Mrs. Kilgore are active celebrating the “birth” of my community volunteers in the Cherokee 14th book, “Getting More Chorale and Canton First United Methodist Church. He continues a Family Out of Your Dollar.” limited marriage and family counseling Writing a book is a lot like practice. For appointments, call a pregnancy. The ideas are (770)479-3669 or email jekiff@hotmail.com. conceived and then have a gestation period before you travel through the difficult time of rewriting and editing. It’s almost as uncomfortable as I think the discomfort of the last trimester might be for a woman carrying a baby. After the delivery there is only pride in the heart of the parents Front Cover
The analogy may break down here, but an author does celebrate the completion and the final publication of his book. Even the friends come to the book signing and offer congratulations. But the timing of this book is crucial for many of my friends and counseling clients. Families are stressed with the economic struggles we all face. I’ve written this book to reflect on the development of money attitudes which occur in our family upbringing. These attitudes often affect the relationships we share with our own families in later life. Practical help is important but if our attitudes remain crippling, we probably will not use money wisely or be able to communicate effectively with those with whom we share financial responsibilities. This book examines the “more” principles we can learn that free us for more sharing, saving and spending. Couples and families will find ideas and instructions for improving communication within their relationships and family discussions. I invite you to Yawn’s Books & More, Inc. to get your copy of “Getting More Family Out of Your Dollar.” I hope you’ll find it a very helpful read. Maybe you’ll even find it will make your Christmas merrier!
MORE FAMILY James Kilgore, President of the International Family Foundation, located in Canton, has a brand new book with help for YOU! Distilling insights from more than 50 years of counseling, his new book Getting More Family Out of Your Dollar will be a welcome read.
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The Gift Of Yourself
by Pastor Jamey Prickett In 1941, inspired by French and English folk tales, Katherine Davis of St. Joseph, Missouri wrote a poem called “The Carol of the Drum.” The poem was translated into the familiar Christmas hymn, “Little Drummer Boy.” Jamey Prickett is the Senior Pastor of Liberty Hill Church. To contact Pastor
In the lyrics a young boy is Jamey, please call (678) 493-8920 or summoned by the Magi to email Jamey@libertyhillumc.org. http://wrestledwithangels.wordpress. go visit the infant Jesus in the com/ manger. Those instructing him to come are laying before the infant their finest gifts. With nothing extravagant to offer the infant Jesus, the boy arrives empty handed. Standing beside the manger, the little drummer says, “Little baby, I am a poor boy, too. I have no gift to bring that’s fit to give the king. Shall I play for you on my drum?” The story concludes with the drummer boy saying, “I played my best for him and then he smiled at me.”
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The story of the drummer boy reminds us that we can all bring gifts of frankincense, myrrh and gold — our stuff. But what makes God smile is when we bring ourselves.
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The Christmas season can get pretty hectic. All the gift buying, family gatherings, business parties and card sending can get stressful. The simplicity of the first Christmas has been replaced by the chaos of Christmas in 2012. The stress is brought on by trying to bring our best. Is every bulb burning on the Christmas tree? Does the pecan pie taste delicious? Is the gift the correct size? Are the party decorations all in place? We can get so wrapped up in bringing our very best that we forget to bring ourselves. Busyness can be an excuse for not just being present in the moment. The story of the drummer boy reminds us that we can all bring gifts of frankincense, myrrh and gold — our stuff. But what makes God smile is when we bring ourselves. The greatest gift you can give someone this Christmas is the gift of yourself.
The Bell-Grant Home was built circa 1900 and early occupants included the Charlie Bell family. During the 1950s it was owned by a local dentist, Charles Johnson, who expanded it and added the pool. In 2003, Bill Grant completed a renovation and kept the footprint of the building essentially the same, only adding a kitchen and porch. The gunite pool was meticulously restored and the landscaping done to preserve indigenous vegetation and a century-old bamboo planting. The Bell-Grant Home will be on the Historic Canton Holiday Tour of Homes December 14 & 15. Reserve your space online at www.rockbarn.org or call (770) 345-3288. Tickets are only $15 until December 9 ($20 after this date)!
(770) 345-3288 www.rockbarn.org
Historic Canton Holiday Tour of Homes Friday and Saturday, December 14 & 15, 2012 Friday Candlelight Tour 6 — 9 p.m. Saturday Tour 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. Tickets only $15 until December 9, 2012 ($20 after deadline) Beautifully Decorated Historic Homes and Businesses Transportation provided between the homes. Call (770) 345-3288 for more information or to reserve your space. Visit www.rockbarn.org to order tickets online. East Canton | december 2012 52 My
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American Business Women’s Association: (678) 493-3618, www.abwa.org Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club: (770) 345-1750 Cherokee Area Business Connection: (770) 345-8687 Cherokee Business & Professional Women: (770) 345-1751 Cherokee Toastmasters: (770) 712-4077 www.CherokeeToastmasters.com NEW Network of Entrepreneurial Women: (678) 595-0344 PowerCore: (404) 572-1278 Woodmont Business Club: www.woodmontbusinessclub.com
United Daughters of the Confederacy,
Habitat for Humanity North Central GA:
The Helen Plane Chapter 711:
(770) 345-1879, www.habitatncg.org
(800) 989-4248, dan@haiticheri.org
Hope Center (hope for unplanned pregnancies):
(770) 924-0864, www.hopectr.com
Hope Center — Baby & More Thrift Store:
www.babyandmorethriftstore.com
Hospice Advantage:
(770) 218-1997
www.hospiceadvantage.com
iCOR (helping orphans):
(404) 992-8155 www.iCORorphans.com
Legacy Ministries International: (770) 924-0826 Meals-on-Wheels: Miracle Mothers:
(770) 345-7440 www.miraclemothers.org
(770) 345-3489, www.CherokeeDems.com Cherokee Co. Municipal Planning Commission: (678) 493-6101 Cherokee County Republican Party: (678) 809-1411, www.cherokeecountygop.com Cherokee County Repulican Women’s Club:
(678) 520-2236, www.CCRWCGA.com
Cherokee County School Board: (770) 479-1871 Cherokee County Teen Republicans: Cherokee County Young Republicans:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/waleskamops MUST Ministries:
(770) 479-5397
www.mustministries.org
Narcotics Anonymous:
(770) 720-4032
National Alliance for Mental Illness Family Support Group:
(404) 394-1229, www.nami.org
North Georgia Angel House, Inc.:
www.angelhousega.com
Northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary: (770) 720-9559 Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples:
(678) 404-0034, www.NOWAMOM.org
Papa’s Pantry:
(770) 591-4730 www.papaspantry.org
Safe Kids of Georgia in Cherokee County: (678) 493-4343, www.cherokeesafekids.org Salvation Army: 121 Waleska St. (770) 720-4316
Cherokee County Democratic Party:
(678) 232-7488, www.cherokeecountytrs.webs.com
(770) 479-4140
(770) 479-0407
Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs): MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers:
Cherokee Co. Board of Elections & Registrations:
MOMS Club of Canton (serving Canton, West: http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com
helenplane711@gmail.com
Political Organizations
Haiti Cheri Harvest Life Ministries:
Charitable & Support Organizations AA Meetings: Antioch Christian: (770) 475-9628 AARP Organization: Canton Chapter: (770) 479-5460 Adopting Families Group: (770) 516-1340 Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group: (770) 926-0119 American Heart Assoc. — Cherokee Division: (678) 385-2013 Arts Alliance of Georgia: (678) 754-8482 Bethany Place: (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org Breast Cancer Support Group, Drop-In: (404) 843-1880 Canton Al-Anon: (770) 516-3502 CASA for Children, Inc.: Deidre Hollands, (770) 345-3274 www.casacherokee.org Celebrate Recovery: (404) 317-0345 www.actionchurch.tv Cherokee Autism Support Group: Heidi — HCF67@comcast.net or Renee — MRJPERRELLI@yahoo.com Cherokee Child Advocacy Council: (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Cherokee Co. Aspergers Syndrome Support Group: www.CCAspies.org Cherokee Co. Family Child Care Assoc.: Brenda Bowen, (770) 926-8055 Cherokee Co. Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA: (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org Cherokee Co. Habitat for Humanity: (770) 345-1879 Cherokee Co. Senior Services: (770) 345-5312 Cherokee Co. Service League: (770) 704-5991 Cherokee Co. Special Olympics: (770) 517-7101 Cherokee County Family Violence Center: (770) 479-1804 Battered Women Hotline: (770) 479-1703 In Spanish, (770) 720-7050 Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Bill Queen (404) 441-3508, www.cherokeefca.org Cherokee FOCUS: (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Drug Free Cherokee: Stacy Bailey, (770) 345-5483 www.drugfreecherokee.org
Grace to the Nations: (404) 819-5520 www.gracetothenations.com
Volunteer Aging Council:
(770) 345-7515
Young Peoples AA Meeting:
(770) 479-2502
Civic Organizations Canton Lions Club: (678) 224-7878 www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Noon Day Optimists: (678) 454-2370 Canton Optimist Club: www.cantonoptimist.com Canton Rotary Club: (770) 479-2101 Cherokee County Historical Society: (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Hickory Flat Optimist Club: Alan Flint (770) 720-9056 Holly Springs Business & Professional Assoc.: (678) 467-9269 Pilot Club of Cherokee County: Lynda Goodwin at (770) 393-1766 Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com Rotary Club of Cherokee County: (678) 297-0154, glopos@bellsouth.net Sons of the American Revolution: Cherokee Chapter, (770) 410-0015 btemple1@bellsouth.net The Trail of Tears Association:
(770) 704-6338
www.nationaltota.org
(770) 926-9317, deanc@mindspring.com Cherokee/Pickens Libertarian Party: (770) 345-4678, www.lpgeorgia.com/cherokee
Recreation & Hobbies
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Business Organizations
Canton Moose Family Center (Bingo): (770) 479-8300 Christian Authors Guild: www.christianauthorsguild.org Cherokee Amateur Radio Society: (770) 928-8590, www.cherokee-ares.org/ccars Cherokee Amateur Radio Emergency Services (SKYWARN Storm Spotters): (770) 928-8590 www.cherokee-ares.org Cherokee Community Chorale: (678) 439-8625 www.cherokeecommunitychorale.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners: (770) 479-0418 Cherokee County Saddle Club: (770) 757-2282 www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee County Social Adventures Group: www.TCCSAG.org Cherokee Fencing Club: Andy McCann, (678) 494-9750 www.cherokeefencingclub.com Cherokee Hiking Club: (770) 235-3655 hiking_fred@hotmail.com Cherokee MOTS (Mom’s of Tots): (770) 272-5388 www.meetup.com/cherokee-mots Cherokee Music Teachers Association: Linda Lokey (770) 720-1701, www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee New Horizons Band (CNHB): (770) 479-4917, cnhbcontact@yahoo.com Cherokee Photography Club: www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee Running Club: (770) 928-4239 (770) 926-8513 Cherokee Senior Softball Association: www.cssasoftball.com Cherokee Tennis Association: www.cherokeetennis.com Crossfit Workout of the Day Club: www.crossfitgarage.com Falany Performing Arts Center @ Reinhardt University: (770) 720-5558, www.reinhardt.edu/fpac The Funk Heritage Center Book Club: (770) 720-5969 North Cobb Bass Club: (770) 820-3945 www.northcobbbass.com Sewrifics, American Sewing Guild: (678) 493-3976 Southern O Scalers:
Dan Mason, (770) 337-5139
(770) 345-0400
P.O. Box 4998
www.CherokeeChamber.com
3605 Marietta Hwy, Canton
Northside Hospital Cherokee Towne Lake Medical Office Building 900 Towne Lake Parkway Woodstock (770) 720-5100 Healthcare
Towne Lake Rotary Club
AYS Restoration
Meetings at Featherstone’s Grille Towne Lake Hills Golf Club 1003 Towne Lake Hills, E. Woodstock (770) 480-4823 Nonprofit Organization
5087 Cumming Highway Canton (404) 319-0359 Insurance Restoration, Water, Fire & Storm
Cherokee County Fire Training Facility
NexSlim of Towne Lake
Rayven Co. Candles LLC
3985 Holly Springs Parkway Holly Springs (678) 493-4032 County/Government
200 Parkbrooke Drive, Suite 130 Woodstock (678) 888-0332 Healthcare
149 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 5 Canton (770) 345-1039 Retail Candles & Bath
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President Barack Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Senate Russell Courtyard-2 GA: (770) 763-9090 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (770) 661-0768 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 Website: http://tom.house.gov
(202) 225-4501 GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570
Rep. Rob Woodall (R), District 7 (202) 225-4272 90 North Street, Suite 360 GA: (770) 232-3005 Canton, GA 30114-2724 fax: (770) 232-2909
State Government: Governor Nathan Deal (R) 203 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.ga.gov.com
(404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332
State Senator Jack Murphy (R) (D-27) (770) 887-1960 304-B Coverdell Legislative Bldg. fax: (770) 205-0602 Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov
State Rep. Calvin Hill (R) (D-21) local: (678) 493-7257 511 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. business: (404) 656-0129 Atlanta, GA 30334 fax: (770) 345-2394 e-mail: calvin.hill@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R) (D-22) 607 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: sean.jerguson@house.ga.gov
(404) 656-0287
Commissioners: Buzz Ahrens (R), Chairperson e-mail: lbahrens@cherokeega.com
Harry Johnston (R), Post 1 e-mail: hjohnston@cherokeega.com
Jim Hubbard (R), Post 2 e-mail: jhubbard@cherokeega.com
Karen Bosch (R), Post 3 e-mail: kbosch@cherokeega.com
Jason A. Nelms (R), Post 4 e-mail: jnelms@cherokeega.com
Cherokee County Board of Education:
www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Robert Wofford, Post 1 e-mail: robert.wofford@cherokee.k12.ga.us Mike Chapman (R), Post 2 (Chair) e-mail: mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Michael Geist, Post 3 e-mail: michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(404) 462-4950
Janet Read (R), Post 4 e-mail: janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 516-1444
Rick Steiner (R), Post 5 e-mail: rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 704-4398, x4370
Rob Usher, Post 6 e-mail: rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 928-0341
Kim Cochran (R), Post 7 e-mail: kimcochran@gmail.com
(678) 983-9644
Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby 90 North Street, Suite 310 Canton, GA 30114
Cherokee County Courts: Superior Court: Chief Judge Frank C. Mills, III Judge N. Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea
(678) 493-6270 (678) 493-6260 (678) 493-6240
State Court: Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris
(678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480
Juvenile/Family Court: Judge John B. Sumner Judge Tony Baker Magistrate Court: Chief Judge James Drane III
(678) 493-6250 (678) 493-6280
(678) 493-6431
(770) 345-6256
(770) 704-4398, x4372
Cherokee County School System
State Rep. Mark Hamilton (R) (D-23) Email: mark.hamilton@house.ga.gov
ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS
United States Government:
(404) 362-1600
Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo (770) 479-1871 P.O. Box 769 fax: (770) 479-1236 110 Academy St. Canton, GA 30114 Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Roger Garrison (R) (678) 493-4100 498 Chattin Drive fax: (678) 493-4228 Canton, GA 30115 Website: www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Cherokee County Tax Commissioner
David Fields (R) (678) 493-6400 2780 Marietta Highway fax: (678) 493-6420 Canton, GA 30114 e-mail: dfields@cherokeega.com
City of Canton
www.canton-georgia.com
(770) 704-1500
Mayor Gene Hobgood Probate Court: Judge Keith Wood
Clerk of the Court: Patty Baker
(678) 493-6160 (678) 493-6511
Cherokee County Board of Commissioners www.cherokeega.com 1130 Bluffs Parkway (678) 493-6000 Canton, GA 30114 fax: (678) 493-6001
City of Ball Ground
www.cityofballground.com
(770) 735-2123
Mayor A. R. (Rick) Roberts III
City of Holly Springs
www.hollyspringsga.net Mayor Tim Downing
(770) 345-5536
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Free Home Community Church
Celebration of Grace Lutheran Church
445 Old Canton Road, (770) 735- 3374 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 7p.m. www.ballgroundfbc.org
152 Crystal Springs Lane, (770) 479-1537 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Scott Mill Chapel, 411 Scott Mill Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org
Calvary Baptist 137 Hightower Road, (770) 887-6982 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.calvarybaptistweb.org
Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.CherokeeBaptistChurch.org
Community Baptist Church 115 W. Wes Walker Memorial Dr., Ball Ground Currently meeting at Canton Community Church Sunday Service: 1:30 p.m. www.community-baptist-church.com
Crossroads of Life Baptist 2861 Ball Ground Hwy, (770) 479-7638 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.crossroadsoflifebaptist.org
Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 710-1068, www.crossroadspbc.org
First Baptist Canton Mission Point Campus: 1 Mission Point Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Visit the website or call for details: (770) 479-5538, www.fbccanton.org
First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Pkwy, (770) 345-5349 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.fbchollysprings.com
First Baptist Church of Woodstock 11905 Hwy 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-4428 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.fbcw.org
Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, (770) 479-9415 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Hickory Road Baptist Church 2146 Hickory Road, (770) 345-2296 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.hickoryroad.org
Mount Zion Baptist Church 4096 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 479-3324 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m. www.mtzb.org
Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 East Cherokee Drive (Kid Connection) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (678) 880-0871, www.mv-baptist.com
Shoal Creek Baptist 4967 Fincher Road, (770) 720-0195 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Shoal Creek Primitive Baptist 174 Fields Mcghee Drive, (770) 630-7150 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
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Hickory Flat Church of God 947 Bailey Road, Woodstock, (770) 475-4321 Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.
Hillside Community Church of God 12487 Fincher Road, (678) 880-1901 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Mt. Paran North Canton Campus meets at Sequoyah HS, 4485 Hickory Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (678) 285-3288, www.mpncanton.com
New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, (770) 345-2660 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. www.newlifecanton.com
Sunnyside Church of God 2510 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 639-1018 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. www.sunnysidecog.org
Toonigh Church of God 4776 Old Highway 5, (770) 926-3096 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Episcopal
Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS) 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Christian Education Hour (children & adults): 9:45 a.m. (770) 928-2812, TLCWoodstock.org
Methodist Ball Ground United Methodist Church 3045 Ball Ground Highway, (770) 735-6247 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.ballgroundchurch.org
Big Springs United Methodist 2066 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-1796 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
Birmingham United Methodist Church 15770 Birmingham Rd., (678) 942-1600 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.birminghamumc.org
Canton First United Methodist Church 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, (770) 479-2502 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30, & 11 a.m. www.cantonfirstumc.org
City On A Hill: A United Methodist Church Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church 2135 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock (404) 395-5003 Meeting at All Points Community Church Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.ctrcec.com
Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church 2795 Ridge Road, (770) 345-6722 Sunday Eucharist Services: 8, 9 & 11 a.m. www.stclementscanton.org
Jewish Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw (678) 460-7702, www.JewishWoodstock.com Introductory Service: 1st Shabbat of each month at 11 a.m. Traditional Service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m.
Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation Contact us for High Holiday Service times & dates (678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org
Tikvah I’ Chaim “Hope for Life” Messianic Jewish Fellowship 4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., (678) 936-4125 Saturday Shabbat Service: 10 a.m. www.tlchaim.com
7745 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 445-3480 Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m. www.coahumc.org
Hickory Flat United Methodist Church 4056 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 345-5969 Sunday School: 9:20 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:20 & 11 a.m. www.hickoryflat.org
Holly Springs United Methodist Church 2464 Holly Springs Parkway, (770) 345-2883 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.hollyspringsumc.com
Liberty Hill Church 141 Railroad Street, (678) 493-8920 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.libertyhillumc.org
Orange United Methodist Church 220 Orange Church Circle, (770) 886-9662 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m. www.orangeumc.org
Sixes United Methodist Church 8385 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 345-7644 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.sixesumc.org
Union Hill United Methodist Church 2000 A.J. Land Road, (678) 297-0550 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.unionhillumc.org
Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church 2263 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 485-0504 Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. www.stelizabethga.org
Presbyterian Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA 1498 Johnson Brady Road, (770) 704-9594 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.cherokee-pca.org
Faith Presbyterian Church USA 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 479-6193, www.faithpc.us
Grace Church, PCA 1160 Butterworth Road, (770) 265-5811 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. www.gracecanton.org
Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:10 a.m. (770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com
Sixes Presbyterian Church 2335 Sixes Road, (770) 485-1975 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.sixeschurch.org
Trinity Presbyterian Church USA
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.allpointschurch.org
Antioch Christian 3595 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-9628 Sunday Services: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.antiochcanton.org
Bethel Tabernacle 13417 Fincher Road (Hwy. 108), (770) 479-4540 Sunday Service: 12 noon
Canton Community Church 260 Rolling Hills Heights, (770) 479-3792 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.cantoncommunityministries.org
Canton Hispanic SDA 462 Scott Road, (678) 493-2727 Sabbath School: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service: 11:15 a.m. http://cantonhispanic22.adventistchurchconnect.org
Canton Adventist Church 411 Scott Mill Road, (678) 880-0106 Saturday Worship: 10 a.m. www.cantonfamiles.org
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 3459 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 720-9574 Sunday Services: 1 p.m.
Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, (770) 479-5280 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.churchofthemessiah.net
Dayspring Church
1136 Trinity Church Road, (678) 493- 6955 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org
6835 Victory Drive, Acworth, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.dayspring-online.com
Woodstock Presbyterian Church
Emmanuel Community Church
345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 926-0074 Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m.
Roman Catholic Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church 2941 Sam Nelson Road, (770) 479-8923 Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday Spanish Mass: 5:30 p.m. www.lasalettecanton.com
St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 516-0009 Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m., 12:45 & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Spanish Mass: 2:30 p.m. www.stmichaelthearchangelwoodstock. catholicweb.com
Other Churches Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton Village Shopping Center Sunday Service: 10 a.m. (404) 317-0345, www.actionchurch.tv
AllPoints Community Church 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (678) 493-3430
2135 East Cherokee Drive, (404) 668-2653 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.ecchurchsite.org
Grace Bible Church Meets at Cherokee Christian School Sunday Service: 11 a.m. (770) 355-8724, www.gracebc.info
Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 592-9900 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Hickory Flat Fellowship 5301 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 704-5050 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Inner Quest Unlimited (a metaphysical Christian Church) 12830 New Providence Road, Alpharetta Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 521-2875, www.InnerQuestChurch.org
Life Bible Church 124 P. Rickman Industrial Drive, (770) 217-7494 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. www.lifebiblechurch.com
Lighthouse Church 75 Crowe Road, Alpharetta (770) 664-3644 Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.
Morning Star Church 1006 Owens Store Road, (678) 794-7486 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.morningstarcanton.com
New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, (770) 479-6412 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.newcovenantcanton.org
Oak Leaf Church Canton 151 E.Marietta Street, (678) 653-4652 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.oakleafcanton.com
The Pointe 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Pkwy., Suite 112 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.myfriendschurch.com
Quaker — Canton Friends Worship Group 360 East Marietta Street, (770) 720-4669 Sunday Service: 2nd & 4th Sunday 10 a.m. wrldpeas@mindspring.com, http://cantonfriend.org
The Quest Church 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton, (678) 687-8670 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.thequestcanton.com
Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0040 Sunday Service: 8:30 & 10:45 a.m www.resurrectionwoodstock.org
Revolution Church 1130 Bluffs Parkway, (770) 345-2737 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45, 11:15 a.m. & 12:45 p.m. www.therevolution.tv
The River 2335 Sixes Road, Canton (Sixes Presbyterian Gym) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.riveratlanta.org
Soul’s Harbor Word of Faith Church 110 Evergreen Road, (770) 345-2715 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.soulsharborchurch.com
St. Paul AME 390 Crisler Street, (770) 479-9691 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stpaulame-canton.org
Watermarke Church
667 Scott Road, (770) 479-7028 Call for local meeting times.
Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy 2126 Sixes Road, Canton (678) 880-9092 Sunday Services: 9, 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. www.watermarkechurch.com
Lake Arrowhead Chapel
Word of Life Family
1218 Lake Arrowhead Drive, (770) 479-3886 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.lakearrowheadchapel.org
207 Marvin Land Lane, (770) 479-7693 Sunday Service: 9 a.m. www.wolfc.net
Jehovah’s Witnesses
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Happy Holidays Everyone
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You can check out more about our plan on our website www. baxterchiro.com. If you drop off a toy you will get a coupon for $10 off a food purchase. This is the perfect time of the year to make a change — either before the holidays so you are looking and feeling your best — or as a fresh start to the new year. Hope you have a happy holiday and, as always, stay welladjusted.
To Vaccinate . . . Part 2
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that you can protect your children against has increased and the antigen exposure has decreased. For example, the small pox vaccine which is not routinely given today secondary to worldwide elimination of disease had 200 antigens alone. So, should I give multiple vaccines or use combination vaccines at the same visit for my child? Absolutely, this approach provides earlier protection against vaccine preventable diseases, saves parents time and money and is less traumatic for the child. Ultimately this is your choice but the sooner your child completes the schedule the sooner they are protected!
. . . For a Painful Bunion
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of a bunion deformity, most foot and ankle doctors believe that proper footwear with good arch support is the best way to prevent further progression. When is surgery needed to fix a bunion? When a bunion continues to cause pain and limits an individual’s activities despite conservative measures, surgery can be performed. There are a variety of ways to correct a bunion surgically and most include realignment of both bone and soft tissue in order to fully correct the deformity. Bunion surgery also can improve the appearance of the foot. If you think you have a bunion, or if your bunion is causing pain, make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist. He or she will evaluate your condition and explain which type of procedure will help your foot both feel and look better.
A Medical Approach to Weight . . . continued from page 42 None of this can be done without someone to work alongside us, coordinating the plan and coaching us through each step. Oftentimes, we need help during this lifestyle change to keep us consistent and accountable. Many patients start on a weight58 My East Canton | december 2012
loss plan and quickly fall off when the protocol becomes too difficult or they become unmotivated. Studies have shown that having someone we can turn to during the occasional struggles will help the plan to be more successful. Weight loss is a journey that should be individualized, as each of us has unique needs. Just be sure to go to an office that can not only address the medical issues associated with obesity but also handle the psychological ramifications as well.
Not Your Average Wake-Up
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comfortable. Feeding canned food allows extra water in the cat’s diet, encouraging bladder health. A prescription urinary diet will keep the kitty’s urine acidic and thus reduce inflammation. Glucosamines have benefits and are thought to collect within the bladder wall, reducing mucosal irritation. Lastly, providing minimal stress in a cat’s life will help. Regardless, these illnesses are serious and frustrating, but remember it’s not the kitty’s fault. By working with a veterinarian, you can provide a balanced life for you and your kitty with FLUTD.
Make Compost Now . . .
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the amount of compost you can make. This may be all the compost you need. Home composting is definitely a win-win proposition for homeowners, our landscapes and gardens and, most importantly, our environment.
Wintertime Hair Care Must Do’s
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Follow this advice and your lustrous hair will be the star of all of those holiday parties. And, as always, be sure to consult your stylist if you notice your hair misbehaving in the cold, dry weather that we’re sure to experience this winter. Every head is different, and he or she can ensure your optimal wintertime hair health.
Home Security Tips
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security cameras are cool for monitoring vacation homes and making sure that a tree hasn’t fallen into the living room during a nasty storm. The world of home security has grown by leaps and bounds with the integration of lighting, HVAC and more. Additionally, as more companies like Leviton buy Home Automation Inc. (HAI), we can expect this world to continue to expand with more features at affordable prices. Stay tuned for more ways to make your home more protected and fun at the same time.
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Cherokee County Government:
www.cherokeega.com Business Licenses (678) 493-6200 Commissioners (678) 493-6000 Clerk of Courts (678) 493-6511 Economic Development (770) 345-0600 Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) (678) 493-6077 Environmental Health (770) 479-0444 Extension Office (770) 479-0418 Jury Phone (770) 479-9011 Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) (770) 479-1953 Planning & Zoning (678) 493-6101 Senior Services (770) 345-2675 Tax Assessors/Evaluation (678) 493-6120 Taxes: License Plates/Tags, Property Tax (678) 493-6400 Woodstock Office (770) 924-4099 Renewals Online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Voter Registration (770) 479-0407
Children and Family: Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 592-9779 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee Focus (770) 345-5483 Child Support Enforcement (770) 720-3581 Department of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Hope Center (770) 924-0864 MUST Cherokee Ministries (770) 479-5397 Papa’s Pantry (770) 591-4730
City of Canton:
City Hall Fire Department Police Information
(770) 704-1500 (770) 479-7287 (770) 720-4883
www.dds.ga.gov
(404) 657-9300
(770) 720-6607
(770) 345-7371
Kennestone Hospital Northside Hospital — Cherokee
(770) 793-5000 (770) 720-5100
Driver’s Licenses Georgia State Patrol Health Department Hospitals:
Hotlines — 24 Hour Help lines:
Battered Women Hotline Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) Poison Control Center Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) Probate Court Information Line Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center
Non-Emergency 911
(770) 479-1703 (770) 345-7920 (404) 616-9000 (800) (770) (404) (770)
222-1222 704-2610 250-KIDS 428-2666
(770) 479-3117
Parks and Recreation: Barnett Park (770) 924-7768 Boling Park (770) 720-7578 BridgeMill Athletic Club (770) 345-5500 Callahan Golf Links (770) 720-1900 Cherokee County Outdoor YMCA (770) 591-5820 Cherokee County Soccer Association (770) 704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority (770) 924-7768 www.crpa.net Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc.: (770) 846-4843 www.cherokeelacrosse.com
Cherokee Outdoor Family YMCA & G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA pcy.ymcaatlanta.org, (770) 345-9622 North Atlanta Soccer Association: (770) 926-4175 michele.fox@nasa-ga.org SCRA Park (770) 926-5672 www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. (800) 753-2264
Pets:
Animal Control (678) 493-6200 Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions (770) 345-7270 www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA460.html Cherokee County Humane Society (770) 928-5115 www.cchumanesociety.org Emergency Veterinary Clinic (770) 924-3720 Lost Pet Hotline (770) 615-3333 People4Pets (770) 516-7885 www.people4pets.com Second Chance Rescue www.secondchancedogs.org
Post Office (Canton) Recycling Center Sheriff’s Office
www.usps.com
www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
(800) 275-8777 (770) 516-4195 (678) 493-4100
Utilities: Amicalola EMC (706) 253-5200 www.amicalolaemc.com AT&T (888) 757-6500 www.att.com Ball Ground Water (770) 735-2123 www.cityofballground.com BellSouth (404) 780-2355 www.bellsouth.com Canton Water (770) 704-1500 www.canton-georgia.com Charter Communications (888) 438-2427 www.charter.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Authority (770) 479-1813 www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC (770) 429-2100 www.cobbemc.com Comcast (404) 266-2278 www.comcast.com DirecTV (877) 516-6276 www.directv.com Dish Network (888) 825-2557 www.dishnetwork.com ETC Communications (706) 253-2271 www.northganow.com Gas South (866) 762-6427 www.gas-south.com Georgia Natural Gas (888) 442-7489 www.georgianaturalgas.com Georgia Power (888) 660-5890 www.southernco.com/gapower Scana Energy (877) 467-2262 www.scana.com Waleska Water (770) 479-2912 Windstream (866) 971-WIND www.windstream.com
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Urgent Care Facilities: M.D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine Northside Cherokee Urgent Care Wellstar Urgent Care
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