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by Michelle Martin, editor@mywoodstockmonthly.com
Venue 92 (12015 Hwy. 92, Woodstock) celebrated its grand opening recently. The special events venue offers more than 9,000 square feet for weddings, receptions, bar mitzvahs, birthday and other celebration parties, corporate events and many other special events. Venue 92 features polished cement floors, exposed ductwork, all-brick exterior, interior brick accents, built-in custom bar, silver chiavari chairs, natural wooded ceremony space, a huge covered cocktail space, and free parking. Outside vendors are permitted. (770) 5473992, www.venue92.com
The City of Woodstock’s Downtown Development Authority held a ribbon cutting recently for Francis, Kingsley & Associates, CPAs. Francis, Kingsley & Associates works with small- to medium-sized businesses that require consultation for their taxes, accounting or general business, and the firm provides tax planning and preparation services for individuals and businesses. Julie Kingsley also acts as an off-site CFO and strategic partner for many of her clients — a valuable resource for a business that can benefit from the experience and vision of a CFO, but without the expense of hiring a full-time employee. (770) 310-9726, www.woodstockcpa.com Woodstock Family Chiropractic (1501 Regency Way, Suite 104, Woodstock) opened recently as an additional location of Colby Chiropractic. Dr. Mark Ghali and his team provide chiropractic care and services for new injuries, chronic conditions and as part of an overall healthy lifestyle. Woodstock Chiropractic also offers nutritional therapy that includes dietary counseling and healthy weight-loss strategies. In addition, health and safety programs and the “100-Year Lifestyle” educational workshops help promote better health and well-being. (770) 693-7618, www.woodstockfamilychiropractic.com
Primrose School of Woodstock East (175 Village Centre East, Woodstock) is the new name of the former Primrose School of Mountain Brook. Primrose School of Woodstock East is owned by Jim and Rhonda Fidanza. Primrose Schools are accredited private preschools that provide a premier educational child care experience. Primrose’s goal is to help children have fun while building Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®. (770) 924-9881, www.primroseschools.com/schools/woodstock-east
Residents of Cherokee County are invited to participate in a historic study this month that could change the face of cancer for future generations. Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never been diagnosed with cancer are urged to participate in the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3), which seeks to enroll 5,000 residents of Metro Atlanta and 300,000 people across the United States and Puerto Rico. Locally, the American Cancer Society is partnering with the Carl E. G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA, 151 Waleska St. in Canton. CPS-3 will help researchers better understand the lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors that cause or prevent cancer. Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from a series of American Cancer Society studies that began in the 1950s that collectively have involved millions of volunteer participants. Those studies confirmed the link between cigarette smoking and lung cancer, and demonstrated the link between larger waist size and increased death rates from cancer and other causes. The current study, CPS-II, began in 1982 and is still ongoing, but changes in lifestyle and in the understanding of cancer in the more than two decades since its launch make it important to begin a new study. For more information or to learn how to become involved with CPS-3 in Atlanta, visit www.cps3atlanta.com or call toll-free (888) 604-5888. 4
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Publisher’s note Dying Ain’t Much Of A Living Clint Eastwood has long been one of my favorite actors, if for no other reason than the one-liners he provided throughout his career in Westerns and other movies with a sometimes humorous twist. I remember the time a bounty hunter came into the saloon and after a brief exchange, the bounty hunter left only to return to exclaim, “A man’s got to make a living!” to which Clint stated the obvious, “Dying aint much of a living…” you probably can guess what happened next.
Co-owners Michelle and Brian Meek
The reason I bring this up is that as involved as we are in the community and engaged with our small businesses in the area, I see a lot of the bounty hunter in us. No, not the end result, but the courage to turn around and go back in and face our problems. It takes courage to run a business these days and patience. It takes perseverance and will and encouragement. It also takes consultation, the humility to ask for it and the wisdom to take it. We all face our struggles but together, along with the attributes above, we can do this and fortunately, we can face these things and not stare down the barrel of a gun. Just because we own a small business and the economy is weak, doesn’t mean we stamp “welcome” on our backs and let life walk all over us. You press on! So we make our goals, plan our course, hire the right people and move forward. The spirit of competition drives us as business owners. It is that competition that provides fair value for products and services. Competition strikes a balance. But what if it isn’t always a fair competition? What if people attack you and your company and make up stories that make them seem better than they are? Heaven forbid you ever go through an experience like that. Isn’t life tough enough as it is? Like in our world of advertising support, we rely heavily on reputation and integrity. What if someone disturbed that balance? How would you react? Would you return fire with fire? Or would you shrug it off and keep moving forward? Well dying doesn’t seem to be much of a living so you fight on. You fight because you’re right and because you stand on the side of truth and your intentions and motivations and goals are to build up, not tear down. What if it’s the economy? I guess we can all sit around and find blame somewhere but is that proactive or do we sometimes feel like all we can be is reactive? A great friend of mine said, “Brian, you aren’t the provider, God is. Your responsibility is to abide in Him and He will provide. So, press on.” We all go into business for one reason or another but many of us do so because of the freedom it provides. I have said many times how much I enjoy the interaction with other business owners and members of our community. I have seen firsthand their loyalty demonstrated in so many ways. That loyalty is mutual. I was in the car business for many years and my kids were growing up without me. This business afforded me an opportunity to be with them, arguably when they needed me most — maybe when I needed them most. Our family is so close and I have this business to thank. The relationship I have with Michelle has never been better, ever. There are many reasons why we do what we do and yes, many of them are selffocused, but when you can provide a product or service that benefits others and your family life is better for it, then that’s where the drive comes from. That’s where the motivation and perseverance comes from. The will to be successful by staying on the high road and living a life that builds up and strengthens, yes that is when you know your living is making a life. And that is what makes everything worthwhile. Brian Meek, Publisher (770) 720-7497, bmeek@footprintspublishing.com
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COMMUNITY Woodstock Hires New Community Development Director
Jessica J. Guinn was recently hired as the new Community Development Director for the City of Woodstock. Previously, Guinn was vice president for The Collaborative Firm LLC in Atlanta and was a planner with Henry Jessica J. Guinn County, Ga. Guinn’s achievements include the American Institute for Certified Planners (AICP) designation from the American Planning Association, which certifies professionals in the United States in the field of urban and regional planning and assists planners in the areas of ethics, professional development, planning education and the standards of planning practice; and being named to Georgia Trend magazine’s “40 under 40” in 2010. Guinn, a native of Cobb County, was selected from 55 applicants.
Donors Give to Elm Street Event Green
services for the site on an ongoing basis. Ann Litrel, director of fundraising for the Elm Street board of directors, said the event green will have multiple uses for the community: serving to host outdoor festivals and markets, offering a recreational space along the Greenprints Trail system, and providing a venue for outdoor performances and classes for the Elm Street Theater and local businesses.
Fire and Emergency Services Receive Cardiac Monitors
Northside Hospital-Cherokee recently sponsored the purchase of five new 12-lead cardiac monitors for Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services. The Physio-Control Inc. LIFEPAK® 12 Defibrillator/Monitors on board all of the Cherokee EMS ambulances are designed to improve care for heart attack patients by reducing the overall time to treatment.
Sgt. Cheryl Dawson with Cherokee EMS demonstrates one of the new cardiac monitors donated by Northside Hospital-Cherokee.
Prior to the sponsorship, Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services had just nine monitors, which served 1106 cardiacrelated responses in 2012. They now have 14 monitors.
New President for CCMG Elm Street Cultural Arts Village board of directors members Shawn McLeod (left) and Ann Litrel (second from right) are pictured (left to right) with corporate patrons Russell Smith of Walton Communities, Steve Ware of Austin Outdoor, and Melissa Casteel of Mondo Land Planning+Design. Two corporate donors stepped forward to complete the Elm Street Event Green for Woodstock’s Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. Austin Outdoor, headquartered in central Florida, and Highland Waterworks Inc., of Atlanta, donated nearly $20,000 worth of materials and labor to complete the event green portion of the four-acre site. According to Shawn McLeod, president of the Elm Street board of directors, Walton Communities had previously donated significant amounts of material and labor for overall site grading and infrastructure. Melissa Casteel, RLA, principal landscape architect of Mondo Land Planning + Design, is donating 8
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Members of the Cherokee County Master Gardeners (CCMG) recently elected Mark Dady as its new president, replacing outgoing president Ed Stumbler. Dady, a native of Tennessee, developed a love for gardening through helping his dad with the family vegetable garden and became active in the Tennessee 4-H Club. Following a successful career with the U.S. Navy, at NASA and in federal service, Dady and his wife moved to Canton, Ga., in 2006. Dady completed his Georgia Master Gardeners certification in 2010. Besides gardening, he enjoys woodworking, flyfishing, kayaking and reading. Ed Stumbler (right), outgoing president of CCMG, passes the mallet to new president, Mark Dady (left). www.footprintspublishing.com
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March 2 VEGETABLE GARDENING FOR BEGINNERS Time: 10 a.m. Location: Ball Ground Community Center 250 Civic Drive, Ball Ground William G. Long Senior Center 223 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock Information: Are you new to vegetable gardening and unsure where to begin? Join the Cherokee County Master Gardeners to learn about beginning techniques. Call the Cherokee County Extension Office to register. (770) 479-0418
March 8 DESSERT AUCTION FUNDRAISER Time: 6 p.m. Location: Cherokee Presbyterian Church 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton Information: Bring a covered dish to share and a dessert for auction to this fundraiser for the Hope Center. Dinner will start at 6 p.m. and the auction at 7 p.m. (770) 704-9594
BELLA NOTTE BENEFIT DINNER & SHOW
Things to do in Woodstock
Gardeners in visiting a working farm to expand your basic knowledge of fruits and vegetables. Call the Cherokee County Extension Office to register and for directions. (770) 479-0418
in Canton; Three Sisters Gifts in Hickory Flat; Jasper Drug in Jasper; and FoxTale Book Shoppe in Woodstock. (678) 439-8625, www.CherokeeChorale.org
March 14 CHEROKEE COUNTY AGRICULTURE EXPO
March 22 & 23 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, 3605 Marietta Hwy., Canton Information: Sponsored by the Cherokee County Farm Bureau and presented as part of National Agriculture Week, March 17 to 23, the expo will bring together Cherokee farmers and other agriculture-related businesses in celebrating agriculture in the county. The expo will feature more than 20 farm displays and samples of locally grown foods and other agriculture products. Open to the public. (770) 479-1481, ext. 0
Time: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., March 22 10 a.m.-4 p.m., March 23 Location: Woodstock Public Library 7735 Main St., Woodstock Information: Cherokee County Friends of the Library will host a book sale featuring gently used paperbacks and hardbacks in fiction and non-fiction, including children’s books; coffee table books; and specialty books. DVDs and CDs also will be available for purchase. Friends of the Library members can attend a membersonly sale 4-6 p.m., March 21. Proceeds from the book sale will be given to the library for the purchase of books and supplies. Donations of clean and gently used books (please, no encyclopedias) will be accepted. www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org
March 15 BOOK LAUNCH & SIGNING
Time: 6:30-9 p.m. Location: His Hands Church 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock Information: The benefit will include dinner, live musical performances and a silent auction in support of Papa’s Pantry. Tickets are available per person, per couple and for a table of eight. (770) 591-4730, www.papaspantry.org
Time: 6 p.m. Location: FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St., Suite 138, Woodstock Information: Hickory Flat author Beth Hermes will be available to sign copies of her newest book in The Lightbearers Series, “The Lightbearers: Found.” Meet the author and enjoy refreshments. Call to reserve a copy of “The Lightbearers: Found.” (770) 516-9989
March 8 & 9 Hillside UMC Spring Children’s Consignment Sale
March 17 ‘THE ENCHANTED ISLE: CELEBRATING IRELAND’
Time: 10 a.m.-8p.m., March 8 9 a.m.-1 p.m., March 9 Location: Hillside United Methodist Church 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock Information: Early entry is available on Friday with a $5 donation at the door for a designated mission. The sale will include clothes and shoes for infants through juniors; toys; furniture; and more. www.hillsideumc.org
Time: 3 p.m. Location: Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road Information: Now in its 25th year, the Cherokee Chorale will observe Saint Patrick’s Day with a spring concert. Conducted by Don Stafford and George Broom, the concert will include sentimental favorites like “Danny Boy,” beautiful sacred songs like “The King of Love My Shepherd Is,” and lively Irish jigs like “Mairi’s Wedding.” The Chorale will be joined in this concert by the East Cobb New Horizons Wind Ensemble and the Buddy O’Reilly Irish Band and Dancers. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance from Chorale members; at the Cherokee County Arts Center and Chamberhouse
March 9 & 16 ADVANCED FRUIT & VEGETABLE GARDENING Time: 10 a.m. Location: Buckeye Creek Farm Information: Join the Cherokee County Master
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March 23 CREATE A CHILD’S GARDEN Time: 10 a.m. Location: Hickory Flat Library 2740 E. Cherokee Drive, Canton Information: Put a kid in a garden and watch what grows. Learn creative ideas from the Cherokee County Master Gardeners that will sprout a love of gardening in young gardeners. Call the Cherokee County Extension Office to register. (770) 479-0418
TRAILFEST 2013 Time: 2-10 p.m. Location: Park at City Center, Downtown Woodstock Information: Greenprints Alliance’s fourthannual Trailfest (formerly Streetfest) will feature musical guests The Whiskey Gentry; Kurt Thomas Band; Cute Boots; Red, White and Blues; and local musician Jonathan Peyton, along with outdoor recreational vendors, activities and food trucks from the metro area. The event will help to raise money and awareness for Woodstock’s trail systems. (404) 435-1699, www.greenprintsalliance.org/ trailfest2013
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H&H Electric and Security LLC is a locally owned and operated electrical company. We are employed by some of the biggest and best builders that the Southeast has to offer, in addition to satisfying the needs of countless homeowners with additions and repairs. H&H Electric has been in business for more than 22 years and has stood the test of time by making it through the recession that has affected so many businesses in the construction industry. My wife and I are natives of Cherokee County and both sides of our family still reside in the county. We have two children and love spending time with our grandchildren and seven dogs. We value our community and like to help our fellow Cherokee County families and businesses as much as possible. We are members of North Canton Baptist church and sponsor various events and sports teams throughout the year.
H&H Electric and Security is a new construction installation and existing maintenance electrical services provider. In addition to being a complete electrical company, we are also a full-service security company. We complete security system installation, maintenance and monitoring, as well as home theatre installations. Why should you choose us? What sets H&H apart from other electrical companies is that we are fully licensed and insured, and all of our homeowner work is backed by a two-year warranty on all parts and labor. We have three state licensed technicians, and all of our employees are highly trained, certified, drug tested, and background checked. Most electrical companies have one licensed electrician and everyone works under that license; that is not the case with H&H. We are fortunate
enough to have three state licensed technicians available 24/7 to take care of all of your needs. Another great benefit provided by H&H is that we provide all homeowners with straightforward pricing. Straightforward pricing lets the client know up-front what their total investment is going to be before any work is done. We do not alter from that total or present the client with hidden fees when the job is complete. Finally, we have someone available to answer your call 24/7, 365 days of the year. So, no matter what time we are needed, we are available.
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Babies, Birthdays and Anniversaries
Deadline is March 10th for the April Issue!
Tavyn Mckenzie Smith
Megan Kennedy Morrison
Amy Walderich
Sage Eva Holmes
Age 13 on February 18 Happy Birthday to our “Drama Teen!” With lots of love & kisses, Dad, Mom, Payton, Bryce & Jair
Age 36 on March 2 Happy Birthday to a wonderful woman! We love you. The Mom & Dad-dee
Pamela & Jason Tweedell
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Age 1 on March 27 We love you! Mommy, Daddy Kayla, Jacob, Luke & Connor
Age 1 on March 8 Happy 1st Birthday to our Little Miss Sunshine! Love, Mommy, Daddy & Scarlett
Kaleigh Gilbert
Cullen Wallace
Age 7 on March 12 Happy Birthday! Love, Mom, Dad, Dana & Bruiser
Kate Daniele
Age 9 on March 4 Happy Birthday! You make us proud! Love, Mom, Dad & Skylar
Age 6 on March 3 Happy Happy Birthday Cakey Beans! We love you more! Daddy, Mommy & Luke
Alex Lundeen & Morgan Taylor
Engaged to be married on March 30, 2013 at The Flint Hill Mansion in Norcross, GA
Aidan Woods
Age 7 on March 10 Happy Birthday from Mommy, Daddy & little sis Katie
Don & Kathy Herman
Happy 50th Anniversary on March 25! We love you Papa & Mama! Love, All of Us!!! www.footprintspublishing.com
S C H O O L
Private Schools Brenwood Academy
Holdheide Prep
(770) 704-4925 www.brenwoodacademy.com
(770) 516-2292 www.mygiftedkids.org
Compass Prep Academy
The Kings Academy
(404) 643-9424 www.compassprep.org
(770) 592-5464 www.thekingsacademy.org
Cherokee Christian Schools
Lyndon Academy
(678) 494-5464 www.cherokeechristian.org
(770) 926-0166 www.lyndonacademy.org
Furtah Preparatory School
Northside Christian Academy (770) 334-0648 www.nca4hope.com
(678) 574-6488 www.furtahprep.org
Public Schools Cherokee County School District: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us | (770) 479-1871
Elementary Schools Arnold Mill Elementary 710 Arnold Mill Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 592-3510 Principal: Ms. Kerry Martin
Bascomb Elementary
1335 Wyngate Parkway Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 592-1091 Principal: Ms. Ruth Flowers
Boston Elementary
105 Othello Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 924-6260 Principal: Ms. B. Joey Moss
Carmel Elementary
2275 Bascomb Carmel Road Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 926-1237 Principal: Dr. Keith Bryant
Chapman Intermediate
6500 Putnam Ford Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 926-6424 Principal: Ms. Susan McCarthy
Clark Creek Elementary
3219 Hunt Road Acworth, GA 30102 (770) 721 5800 Principal: Dr. Jennifer Scrivner
Hickory Flat Elementary 2755 E. Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-6841 Principal: Dr. Keith Ingram
Holly Springs Elementary 1965 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-5035 Principal: Dr. Dianne Steinbeck
Johnston Elementary
2031 East Cherokee Drive Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 928-2910 Principal: Ms. Kathleen Chandler
Little River Elementary 3170 Trickum Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 926-7566 Principal: Mr. Christian Kirby
Mountain Road Elementary 615 Mountain Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 664-9708 Principal: Ms. Tammy Sandell
Woodstock Elementary 230 Rope Mill Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 926-6969 Principal: Dr. Christy Bowling
Furlough Day School Holiday Last Student Day School Holiday Furlough Day
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Polaris Evening School
Dean Rusk Middle
4695 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-2832 Principal: Ms. Cindy Cooper
E.T. Booth Middle
6550 Putnam Ford Road Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 926-5707 Principal: Ms. Dawn Weinbaum
Mill Creek Middle
442 Arnold Mill Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 924- 5489 Principal: Ms. Elaine Daniel
Woodstock Middle
2000 Towne Lake Hills South Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 592-3516 Principal: Mr. Mark Smith
High Schools
2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 926-1662 Principal: Dr. Curt Ashley
River Ridge High
400 Arnold Mill Road Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 591-8450 Principal: Mr. Darrell Herring
Sequoyah High
4485 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-1474 Principal: Mr. Elliott Berman
Woodstock High
2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 592-3500 Principal: Dr. Paul Weir
Charter Schools Cherokee Charter Academy
ACE Academy
3921 Holly Springs Parkway Holly Springs, GA 30142 (770) 345-2005 Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt
2126 Sixes Road Canton, Georgia 30114 (678) 385-7322 Principal: Ms. Vanessa Suarez
Etowah High
6565 Putnam Ford Road Woodstock, GA 30189 (770) 926-4411 Principal: Mr. Keith Ball
2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance March 29 April 8–12 May 22 May 27 May 28–31
Middle Schools
Local Colleges & Universities Kennesaw State University (770) 423-6000, www.kennesaw.edu
Chattahoochee Technical College (770) 528-4545, www.chattahoocheetech.edu
Reinhardt University (770) 720-5600, www.reinhardt.edu www.footprintspublishing.com
SCHOOL River Ridge High Student Advances to State Poetry Out Loud Competition
Iyana Alexander
Iyana Alexander, a senior at River Ridge High School, will compete in the state Poetry Out Loud Competition March 9 at the Atlanta History Center. She advanced to the state level after winning her school’s competition and the regional competition.
The state winner will receive $200 and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national finals. The national winner will receive $20,000. The poetry recitation competition is sponsored by the National Poetry Foundation. The competition is designed to help students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage.
Help Woodstock High Win $200,000
Woodstock High School is competing in The Follett Challenge, a national technology contest, to win a $200,000 prize. The Follett Challenge rewards schools for their work applying technology, content and creativity in ways that engage students, foster literacy, and promote critical thinking. Six winning schools will be awarded with the cash equivalent of a total of $200,000 in Follett products and services.
Thirty percent of each school’s total entry is determined by the number of votes it receives online by March 15 for a video showcasing its technology initiatives. Woodstock High School’s video highlights the school’s use of digital portfolios for senior projects and its impact on student achievement both in the workplace and at college. To view the video and vote, go to www. follettchallenge.com and search for “WHS VisionQuest.” After registering your email address, you can cast one vote per day.
Etowah High Academic Team Ranked in U.S. Top 20
Etowah High School’s Academic Team is ranked in the top 20 nationwide for high school quiz bowl teams after winning 1st Place at Centennial High School’s Second Annual ATTACK Competition. The team has competed against top schools in the state, such as Marist, Norcross, Chattahoochee, Baconton Academy, Brookwood and Woodward Academy, and has been invited to compete in the state competition this month and the national competition in May. The nationally ranked team will participate in Etowah High School’s “Brain Drain” student vs. faculty academic bowl fundraiser March 1 in the school auditorium. The team’s coach is Christina Hammonds.
Etowah High School’s Academic Team (left to right): Lindsey Dolhan, Sydney Carlson, Lucas Read, Duncan Morgan, Craig Wineman and Dylan Morgan
CCSD Nutrition Employees to Compete in Culinary Contest
Two Cherokee County School District (CCSD) School Nutrition employees are headed to the Georgia School Nutrition Association’s statewide Culinary Contest. Tonya Cannon of Mountain Road Elementary School and Wendy Morrow of Holly Springs Elementary School both won 1st Place honors at the Seventh District School Nutrition Association Culinary Contest, 16 My Woodstock | march 2013
held recently in Douglas County. There were three categories in the competition: Meatless/Vegetarian Entrée, which Cannon won; Red/Orange Side Dish, which Morrow won; and Legume Side Dish. Cannon and Morrow will advance to the state competition on March 16 at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Tucker. The winners will be announced at the Georgia School Nutrition Association’s State Conference in Savannah in April.
Hollie Queen Wins CTC’s Rick Perkins Award
Hollie Queen of Woodstock recently was named the winner of Chattahoochee Technical College’s (CTC) Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction, a statewide program initiated by the Technical College System of Georgia to honor outstanding instructors at the System’s 25 member institutions. The Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction began in 1991 and is designed to recognize and honor technical college instructors who make significant contributions to technical education through innovation and leadership in their fields. Formerly known as the Commissioner’s Award of Excellence, the Rick Perkins Award was renamed in memory and honor of Thomas “Rick” Perkins, an instructor at West Central Technical College,
School Board News by Janet Read
Over 30 years ago, I heard a great sermon that has stuck with me all of these years. The minister talked about the Apostle Paul and his escape from Damascus via a basket, lowered by ropes in an opening in the wall of the city. The Janet Read is the Board Chairperson minister talked about the “rope for the Cherokee County School Board. holders” who made a behindJanet may be reached by e-mail at the-scenes contribution with janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us. far-reaching results. Over the years, I have often thought about how many people work behind the scenes, with little or no recognition, always “holding the ropes” for others’ endeavors. Although we may not see their contributions, I am confident that without them, our school district might be a very different place. This month, I would like to recognize a few of our “rope holders.” Our technology team stays busy holding a lot of ropes. We may know their names when our servers go down, or when our laptops freeze up. But most of the time they work quietly in the background, keeping all of our schools and employees connected. They are the ones that wait for the call at all hours of the day or night to update the website with
who received the Commissioner’s Award immediately prior to his untimely death. Queen, who teaches Early Childhood Care and Education, was chosen from a list of three finalists. She will go on to compete against the winners from other technical colleges in Georgia at the regional level. Each region will select two finalists, whose names will be announced in April at the annual Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership and Rick Perkins Award conference, who will compete for the state Rick Perkins Award title. The winner of this award will carry the title of Instructor of the Year and will receive several nice gifts. The state winner receives $1,000 and a crystal award. Hollie Queen (right), winner of Chattahoochee Technical College’s Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction
school closing information. They take phone calls from frantic teachers (and board members) when laptops have a mind of their own, or when the grades entered in Aspen suddenly “disappear.” They repair wiring and electronic white boards and squeeze just one more year out of outdated computers whenever possible. Even though the number of employees in our Technology Department has decreased over the last few years, I can assure you their workload has increased. Another group of “rope holders” are our bus technicians. They don’t usually drive the buses or greet smiling faces every day, but their behind-the-scenes work is a necessity for the safety of all of our students who ride buses. They check tire pressure, brakes and oil levels. They make sure that every bus that drives out of the bus barn is ready to transport students safely throughout the county. The Transportation Department is also working with fewer employees these days, but their commitment to the safety of the operation of our buses and their precious cargo has not changed at all. I could give you numerous more examples of “rope holders” in the CCSD, but I think you get my point. Our school system requires a team effort. It is the combination of the people whose names and faces you know, and the “rope holders” in the background that you may never see, who keep the CCSD running smoothly and moving forward. I challenge each of you to identify a “rope holder” in your school or workplace. And take the time to tell them “thank you” for a job well done! www.footprintspublishing.com 17
SPORTS Cherokee Student-Athletes Honored on Signing Day
selected from the eight monthly winners based on votes on the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta website and social media. Lockstedt, a junior on the Sequoyah High School football cheerleading squad, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2011. After returning from brain surgery to cheer again, she suffered a concussion during a practice in 2012. Yet again, Audrey persevered and returned to play.
Cherokee Female Student-Athletes Take Part in National Girls and Women in Sports Day Forty-eight CCSD student-athletes were recognized at the 2013 National Signing Day ceremony. Forty-eight Cherokee County School District (CCSD) studentathletes were recognized in a recent ceremony at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center in Canton for signing scholarship commitment letters to compete at the college level. The students, along with their parents, coaches, athletic directors and principals, were honored at a brunch for making their college choices for a variety of sports on National Signing Day, which is the earliest day on which high school seniors can make a commitment to play sports for a college. The event was sponsored by Credit Union of Georgia and coordinated by the CCSD Office of School Operations. While football draws most of the attention on this date, CCSD students also were recognized for commitments to play baseball, basketball, cheerleading, softball, soccer, swimming, wrestling, track and cross country. Several students signed with NCAA Division I schools, including Georgia Tech, Louisiana State University, University of Georgia, University of Virginia, Harvard University, and the U.S. Air Force Academy.
Sequoyah High Student Named Comeback Athlete
Audrey Locksted
Audrey Locksted from Sequoyah High School has been selected as Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Comeback Athlete for January. Lockstedt was chosen from online nominations. The contest runs throughout the school year, with one winner selected each month from online nominations and the final Comeback Athlete of the Year
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More than 500 Cherokee County School District (CCSD) high school female student-athletes recently participated in the eighth annual “National Girls and Women in Sports Day” celebration. Coordinated by Victoria Brown, softball coach at Etowah High School, the program recognized the impact of Title IX, the federal law calling for gender equity in athletics in schools, and celebrated the successes of the various girls’ sports teams at all CCSD high schools this year. The event was held at Woodstock High School. Katherine Bradley, a lifelong champion of women’s athletics at the high school and college level, and the current athletic director for Cartersville High School, gave the keynote address, followed by an honored female athlete alumnus or coach from each high school. Bill Sebring, former principal of Woodstock High School and who coached baseball and softball at Woodstock High and Sequoyah High schools and served as athletic director and principal, was recognized as CCSD’s National Girls and Women in Sports Day Honorary Coach. Sebring brought substantial improvements to the girls’ athletics program and facilities while principal at Cherokee High School and was instrumental in the creation of the county’s National Girls and Women Sports Day celebration. This year’s school honorees were Camille Thomas (Cherokee High), Haley Brannon (Creekview High), Lauren Dodd (Etowah High), Joy Clarkston (River Ridge High), Emily Suanders (Sequoyah High) and Nikki Roddy (Woodstock High).
Katherine Bradley leads a group of student-athletes through an exercise to illustrate the difference between equality and equity. www.footprintspublishing.com
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CITY HALL
2012 State Of The City by Mayor Donnie Henriques Last year, I started this address by saying that 2011 was the year that the City of Woodstock turned the corner in our road to recovery from the Great Recession. If 2011 was the year that we turned the corner, then 2012 will be remembered as the year the pendulum swung to the positive in a major way for the City of Woodstock. No matter what form of measurement you utilize, 2012 was the best year on record for quite a while for the City. That being said, we still face challenges to dig out of five years of recession and continue to move the City forward.
hope of a permanent location; a community without a Main Street program to allow the residents and businesses to have an outlet to be involved and positively impact their own lives; a community that had no tourism because of lack of tourism destinations.
The City’s General Fund finished the fiscal year June 30, 2012, with a surplus of $225,518. For the current fiscal year, the city council adopted a balanced budget and earmarked $250,000 to go to the Reserve Fund. If the current fiscal year’s revenues and expenditures continue to trend the way they have through mid-year, I expect the City’s Reserve Fund to swing to a positive balance by the end of the fiscal year.
You may have thought of several different communities, but I am describing Woodstock just five short years ago.
I would like for you to take just a minute and close your eyes. Picture a community with a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and the City not getting along too well. A community that had trouble filling retail spaces and only a few restaurants in its downtown; a community that had a summer concert series with no sponsorships and acts that you were not familiar with; a community that had been fighting for 30 years for a new interchange and the hope of some sort of retail development at the site; a community with no multi-use trails, no mountain bike trails, no kids playground, and no dog park; a community with gridlock in its downtown because of no grid streets and no way for pedestrians to safely move about; run-down apartment complexes in its downtown; no memorial to honor its residents who had paid the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom; a police department with 12 to 15 vacancies that it could not fill; a community that required someone who wanted to start a business to make four different trips to various offices in the city; a community that had moved its senior center around multiple times without the Woodstock | march 2013 22 My
Donnie Henriques is the mayor of Woodstock. You may contact him by calling (770) 592-6001 or e-mail dhenriques@woodstockga.gov.
Now open your eyes and see Woodstock as it is today. See the difference? Do you see the interchange; a thriving downtown; a new senior center; trails and parks; grid streets; new apartment complexes replacing old ones? Do you see a DDA and City working together for a common purpose? Do you see the outlet mall under construction and the people it will bring to our community? Do you see a community that has done all of this during the worst recession since the Great Depression? Now close your eyes again. Can you see the amphitheatre and a hotel downtown; expansion of the grid streets; and the widening of Arnold Mill Road and Town Lake Parkway? Can you see miles of connecting trails full of hikers and riders? Can you see people coming to our community to visit the outlet mall and maybe even take a tour of a brewery? What else can you see? You don’t have to look far to see communities that are struggling — struggling to get along, struggling with the economy, struggling with problems. Yes, Woodstock has had problems in the past and we will have more problems to face in the future; every community does. But I want to challenge each of you to dream big and continue to work together to move Woodstock forward. After all, dreams can come true. www.footprintspublishing.com
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Play in the dirt In Downtown Woodstock by Kyle Bennett One of the most popular programs offered by Woodstock Parks & Recreation is the community garden program. This program provides the opportunity for would-be gardeners to have a plot of land to garden right in Downtown Woodstock. The benefits of community gardens are numerous. According to GardenWorks, community gardens add natural beauty to the community, provide an area for exercise and recreation, provide access to local produce, and offer those without access to farmable land an opportunity to garden. In addition, people who garden in community gardens tend to eat healthier than non-gardening families. The success of Woodstock’s community garden program has positively impacted another popular feature of Downtown Woodstock: the Main Street Woodstock Farmers Market. Since the community garden program started, many of the gardeners have become vendors at the Farmers Market. How wonderful is it that Woodstock residents have the opportunity to purchase fresh produce in Downtown Woodstock that is grown right in Downtown Woodstock at the community garden? If you are interested in playing in the dirt and growing your own fresh produce, then perhaps you should consider signing
up for your own plot at the community garden. Woodstock’s community garden is located on Dobbs Road, just east of Chattahoochee Technical College. Plots are available in 20x20 or 10x10 feet. Advanced Kyle Bennett is the manager of Woodstock Visitors Center and registration is required, as the Director of Tourism. You may contact number of available plots is him at kbennett@woodstockga.gov. limited. Existing plot renters in the community garden have first priority to keep their plot for the next year. Renewals for existing gardeners begin March 1, while registration for new participants will start April 1. Registration for non-residents will begin May 1. The registration fee for 20x20-foot plots are $25; 10x10-foot plots are $15. You can register in person (or mail) at 8-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at Woodstock Magnolia Hall, 108 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188. For more information, call (770) 517-6788.
The Morning Buzz 8 a.m., March 29, at City Center (8534 Main Street, Woodstock) Please join Main Street Woodstock at the Chambers at City Center for its monthly networking event, “The Morning Buzz” — featuring a light breakfast, networking, speed introductions and a presentation on a topic of interest. (770) 592-6056 Woodstock | march 2013 24 My
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LIBRARY
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marchEvents
Hickory Flat — 2740 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 345-7565 Rose Creek — 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, (770) 591-1491 Woodstock — 7735 Main Street, (770) 926-5859
Reading Dogs 4:30 p.m., March 6, 13, 20 & 27, Hickory Flat 4:30 p.m., March 7, 14 & 21, Woodstock These 15-minute programs encourage children to read by providing a non-judgmental furry listener who won’t laugh if they make a mistake or stumble over a word. Children begin to associate reading with the dog and start to view the activity in a positive light. Parents can register their child two weeks ahead for one session by calling the corresponding library. Children are asked to select their own reading material before their scheduled time.
LIBRARIES CLOSED
March 29 & 31; all local branches
VITA TAX PREP ASSISTANCE March 3, 10, 17 & 24, Woodstock March 9, Hickory Flat March 27, Rose Creek Join IRS-certified community volunteers for free tax preparation all day while the library is open. These preparers can assist you with most common and simple filings. For more information, visit or call your home library branch.
All story times begin promptly at scheduled time; please arrive early to avoid any disruption. Woodstock and R.T. Jones lapsit story times will be limited to the first 15 children (plus their caregiver) to arrive. The doors to the program will be closed when the program begins.
BUNNY BUDDIES
Wednesday Lapsit Story Time
4 p.m., March 12, Woodstock Real live rabbit ambassadors from the Georgia House Rabbit Society are hopping into the library! After learning about these fascinating little creatures, you’ll be able to interact with them. This program is for families of all ages.
10:30 & 11:30 a.m., Woodstock Toddler Lapsit story times are designed for children, ages 1 to 3 only, with participating adults. These programs often feature books, songs and activities that encourage early literacy.
LEGO CLUB
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Rose Creek Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m., Hickory Flat & Woodstock March 5: Westward Ho! March 12: Rainy Days March 19: Picnic Time March 26: Flower Power
3 p.m., March 17, Woodstock The Lego Club meets once a month. The club has a different theme and children will work as individuals or on teams constructing their LEGO masterpieces. The creations will be displayed in the library until the next month’s LEGO Club meeting. Children of all ages are invited to participate.
Contest Corner
Find the hidden picture
Family Story Time
Georgiana Truluck was our winner for February’s contest corner. Georgiana has won a gift card to Bruster’s. Congratulations! If you find the hidden picture, be the first to email: art@mywoodstockmonthly.com Only emailed answers will be accepted. Contest participants are able to win one time per calendar year.
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Church Easter Services
Easter Egg Hunts
City On A Hill— A New UMC Church
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
City On A Hill— A New UMC Church
7745 Main Street (678) 445-3480, www.coahumc.org
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EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE
LENTEN MID-WEEK SERVICES
March 30, 6:30 p.m. March 31, 7 a.m. sunrise service 9:35 & 11:15 a.m. Information: Join COAH and Rev. Chris Bryant for the special Easter sermon, “Christ Lives: Living for Christ.”
March 6, 13 & 20, Noon and 7:30 p.m. Information: All are invited to attend.
March 30, 9 & 10:30 a.m. & Noon Information: Free food, games and Easter egg hunts.
First Baptist Church of Woodstock
March 6, 13 & 20, 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. Information: All Wednesday evening services are preceded by a family Lenten Supper at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. Stephen J. Constien, pastor.
11905 Hwy 92 (770) 926-4428, www.fbcw.org www.easteratwoodstock.com
Timothy Lutheran Church 556 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 928-2812 MID-WEEK LENTEN SERVICES
REMEMBERING THE CROSS March 28, 6:30 p.m. Information: In this one-hour special service, Pastor Johnny Hunt will talk about the last seven statements made by Jesus.
MAUNDY THURSDAY
SECRET CHURCH SIMULCAST
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
March 29, 7 p.m. Information: A four-hour simulcast gathering with Pastor David Platt of Church at Brook Hills, entitled “Heaven. Hell. The End of the World.” www.secretchurch.org
March 29, 7:30 p.m. Information: Tenebrae service. All are welcome. Stephen J. Constien, pastor.
EASTER AT WOODSTOCK March 30, 3 p.m. (Worship Center) 5 p.m. (Chapel) Information: The 3 p.m. service will feature a more traditional worship style, including FBCW’s choir and orchestra. The 5 p.m. service will feature FBCW’s worship band. Both worship services will feature the same Easter message from Pastor Johnny Hunt. Childcare will be available for children 4 years and younger. March 31, 9 a.m. (Worship Center) 11 a.m. (Chapel) Information: The 9 a.m. service will be held in the worship center and will feature a traditional worship style, including FBCW’s choir and orchestra. The 11 a.m. service will be held in the chapel and will feature FBCW’s worship band.
SERVICIO DE SEMANA SANTA March 31, 1:30 p.m. Information: Easter at Woodstock en español.
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March 28, 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. Information: Worship, with Holy Communion. All are welcome. Stephen J. Constien, pastor.
EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE March 31, 8:30 & 11 a.m. Information: Worship, with Holy Communion. No Christian Education Hour. Easter breakfast will be served from 7:30-10:30 a.m. All are welcome. Stephen J. Constien, pastor.
Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-0074 OurChurch@WoodstockPCUSA.com MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE & EASTER CANTATA March 28, 7 p.m. Information: Woodstock Presbyterian Church will present its Easter cantata, “The Weeping Tree,” by Joseph Martin. Holy Communion will be served; all are welcome to partake. Nursery will be provided.
EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE
Northside Hospital-Cherokee Easter Eggstravaganza 201 Hospital Road, Canton (770) 720-5474 March 23, 1-3 p.m. Information: Here comes Peter Cottontail, hoppin’ down to Northside Hospital-Cherokee for the 27th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza! This year’s event will include many exciting activities and fun for all ages, such as a petting zoo; moon walks; carnival games; face painters; arts and crafts; food; music; and much more. Bring your Easter basket and join Northside Hospital-Cherokee for one of four Easter egg hunts: 1:30 p.m. for children age 0 to 3 years old and for those who have special needs and require assistance; 1:45 p.m. for children ages 4 to 6; 2 p.m. for children ages 7 to 9; and 2:15 p.m. for children ages 10 years and up. Admission to the Easter Eggstravaganza, food and activities is free. Photos with the Easter Bunny are $5 for two photos, and souvenir T-shirts are $10 each. All proceeds will benefit the Special Care Nursery at Northside Hospital-Cherokee. Guests also are encouraged to bring donations of diapers (large-size diapers and pull-ups) and/or wipes for MUST Ministries in Cherokee. Collection bins will be available at the event. In case of rain, the event will move to the G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA, 151 Waleska St., Canton. In case of severe weather, the event will be canceled.
Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-0074 OurChurch@WoodstockPCUSA.com March 30, 11 a.m. Information: Bring your own Easter basket. Arts, crafts, story time and door prizes. For ages 2-12.
March 31, 11 a.m. Information: Holy Communion will be served. All are welcome to partake.
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MUST-HAVES Keely Woodford with Decorating Den Interiors in Woodstock provides complete interior decorating services, from furniture to custom drapery to lighting, accessories and more. More than anything else, she believes accessories (lamps, pictures, vases, candles, accent items, etc.) allow your personality to shine through in your home. Without them, you may have a beautiful room, but lack a real feeling of warmth and personality. A home without accessories is like food without seasoning. Accessories enhance your master plan of color, coordinated fabrics, furnishings, flooring and wall coverings. So get ready, get set, and have fun with accessories! 8744 Main St., Suite 101, Woodstock; (770) 926-0383, www.decdens.com/keely
Goin’ Coastal Seafood Seasoning and rub is an incredible mix of flavors that is the perfect blend to enhance and complement the natural flavors of seafood, vegetables, pork and poultry. Enjoy a dinner out at Goin’ Coastal in historic downtown Canton and order the fresh catch of the day or “chalkboard fish” prepared “Coastal,” rubbed with the seafood seasoning. Purchase a jar while you’re there or make a special trip — it’s worth the drive — to grill your favorite seafood at home. Goin’ Coastal Sustainable Seafood Joint has two locations: 125 West Main Street, Canton, and 1021 Virginia Highlands, NE, Atlanta. www.goincoastalseafood.com
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It’s not too early to start planning your children’s summer activities. My Woodstock Monthly wants to help you head off summer boredom. The April issue will also include our Summer Camp Listings to make sure you can get a jump start on your summer fun! Don’t wait — camps fill up quickly. Academy of Dance Arts Location: 290 East Main Street, Canton Contact: (770) 479-4615 Website: www.academyofdancearts.com Information: The Academy of Dance Arts (ADA) has been teaching dance in Canton since 1979. Many of the current students are second-generation ADA dancers. ADA offers a variety of classes based on classical ballet. The staff has many years of experience teaching ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, musical theatre. ADA accepts students at age 3. Join them for summer camps!
Allen Temple Christian Academy Location: 232 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock Contact: (770) 924-8270 Website: www.allentemplechristianacademy.org Date: weeks of June 3-July 26 Time: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Age: 2-12 years Cost: 2-5 yrs., $ 145/wk.; 5-12 yrs., $120/wk.
Themes: 2-5 yrs., Around the World, Rainforest Adventures, Little Scientist; 5-12 yrs., Just Do It! (Sports), American Idol, Under the Sea Information: 10% sibling discount.
Beat Time Sports Center — Tennis & Soccer Camp Contact: (770) 726-9117 Website: www.beattimesportscenter.com
Bits, Bytes & Bots — Technology 4 Kids Location: Various locations throughout Cherokee/Cobb Website: www.bbb-atlanta.com Contact: (770) 826-0449 Dates/Times: Half- or full-day camps weekly through June & July Ages: Elementary-High School Information: Robotics, Video/App Game Creation, Stop-Motion Movie Making, Computer Animation & Web Design. A creative and fun environment where children can explore technology with small camp sizes to ensure a place of learning.
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Cherokee YMCA Summer Camp Location: 201 East Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock Contact: (770) 345-9622 Website: http://coy.ymcaatlanta.org/ Dates: Throughout the summer Information: Traditional camps and specialty camps for ages 5-15.
The Bounce House
Children’s Academy of Hickory Flat
Location: 765 Ash Street, Canton Contact: thebouncehouse@windstream.net Website: www.thebouncehouseac.com Information: Designed for children ages 4-12 to provide the most amount of fun we can pack into a single day! From outside water activities to laser tag, inflatables, basketball, and visits to Head Over Heels, our kids are not sitting around bored! Daily & weekly throughout summer — a different theme each week. Camps do fill up, so make sure to register early.
Contact: (770) 345-2929 Website: CAHF314.com
Camp Juliette Low Location: Cloudland, GA Contact: (770) 428-1062 Website: www.CJL.org Information: Located in NW Georgia on Lookout Mountain and celebrating their 85th year of camping! A traditional girls’ camp where traits of selfreliance, confidence and teamwork are nurtured through the camp’s fun, instructional programs. Smiles and friendship abound in beautiful surroundings! Girls learn to be “as sturdy as a leaf and as flexible as a leaf.”
The Carpenter’s Shop Christian Preschool Location: 367 Green Dr., Canton Contact: (770) 720-2333 Website: www.thecarpentershopcanton.com Information: Camp for children through age 10. $140 per week. Monday -Friday, 6:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are included in tuition price. “Camp Courageous” will teach Bible, Language Arts, Math & Science, Music, Art and P.E. daily. Many on-site field trips and activities for all ages. Children will learn what it means to “ACT justly, LOVE mercy, WALK humbly with our God.” Micah 6:8
Cherokee County Safety Town Location: Bascomb Elementary School, 1335 Wyngate Parkway Website: www.cherokeecountysafetytown.org
Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency Contact: (770) 924-7768 Website: www.crpa.net
Club Scientific Summer Science camps Contact: (678) 880-6460 Website: www.clubscientific.com
DanceCentre South Location: 1000 Woodstock Pkwy., Woodstock Contact: (770) 516-7229 Website: www.dancentresouth.com Information: COOL summer at Dancentre South! “Destination Dance” travels around the world for dance & crafts: Ages 3-9, June 17-21. “FairyTopia” is a fairy glitter-ful week of art & dance: Ages 3-9, July 15-19. Love the show? Learn the moves at “So You Think You Can Hip Hop:” Ages 6-12, July 15-18
Dance & Music Academy of Woodstock Location: 119 Mill St., Woodstock Contact: (770) 924-1661 Website: www.woodstockdance.com Ages: 3-12 years Themes/Dates/Cost: Princess Ballet $60 (3-5 yrs) June 17-20 & July 1518; Rainbowlicious Ballet & Hip Hop $110 (4-5 yrs) June 10-14 & July 2226; Rock Star Jazz and Tumbling $150 (6-8 yrs) June 24-28 & July 22-26 (9-12 yrs) June 24-28; Shake It Up Hip Hop and Tumbling $150 (6-8 yrs) June 10-14 & July 8-12 (9-12 yrs) July 8-12.
Elm Street Cultural Arts Village Contact: (678) 494-4251 Website: www.elmstreetarts.org
Fieldstone Farm Summer Riding Camp Location: 1250 Upper Burris Road, Canton Contact: Ann at (770) 315-7488 or fieldstonefarm1@gmail.com Website: www.fieldstonefarmriding.com Information: Camps are offered in June and July and are offered Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., with a maximum of 8 kids per week. Private 1/2 hr. riding lesson given every day tailored to each rider’s skill level. Campers should bring a bag lunch each day; refrigerator and microwave available. $300 per week, sibling discounts are available.
G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA Location: 151 Waleska St., Canton Contact: (770) 345-9622 Website: http://coy.ymcaatlanta.org Dates: Throughout the summer
The Goddard School Contact: (770) 720-1311 (Woodstock) or (770) 720-3003 (Canton) Website: www.goddardschool.com
Georgia All-Star Gymnastics Location: 100 Londonberry Ct., Ste. 100, Woodstock Contact: (770) 516-2654 Website: www.Ga-allstar.com
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Website: www.huntingtonhelps.com Information: Huntington Learning Center offers individualized testing and tutoring in Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Phonics, Math and Study Skills for students in K-12th grade. Private one-to-one instruction is offered for SAT and ACT Test Prep. Please visit their website for more information.
Dates/Times: May 28-August 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Early drop-off: 7 a.m.-9 a.m. and late pick-up: 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Information: Gymnastics, arts & crafts, outdoor games, indoor games, sprinkler time, watch movies and have quiet time to rest, read or play alone. Bring a snack for the morning and afternoon and a sack lunch. Drinks are provided.
Hickory Flat Dance Academy Location: 4337 East Cherokee Drive, Canton Contact: (770) 704-7091 Website: register online www.HickoryFlatDance.com Information: “Just for Giggles” – June 24-27, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., ages 3-9; “Girls Gotta Dance” – July 22-26, 5:30-7 p.m., ages 3-7; “Dance Boot Camp” – June 24-27, 5:30-8:30 p.m., ages 8-15
Hide & Seek Day Camp Contact: (770) 720-0005 Website: www.HideAndSeekDayCamp.net
Huntington Learning Center Location: 6244 Old Hwy. 5, Woodstock Contact: (678) 445-1515
Next Step Ministries (for middle school, high school and young adults with special needs) Contact: (770) 592-1227 Website: www.nextstepministries.net
North Atlanta Fencing Center Location: 10029 Hwy. 92, Woodstock Contact: (770) 485-3556 or info@northatlantafc.com Website: www.northatlantafc.com Information: Looking for fast, furious fun? Discover Olympic-style fencing with world-class coaches in our new, state-of-the-art facility in Woodstock. Camps for children ages 8 and up, all experience levels welcome and we provide the necessary gear. Known as “physical chess,” fencing is both athletically and mentally challenging.
Play! Music and Art Location: 6768 Hickory Flat Hwy., Suite 112, Canton Contact: (770) 345-PLAY Website: www.playmusicandart.com Information: Unique Summer Camps!! Music Video Camp: campers write a song, storyboard and film the video — open to ages 10 & up. Videogame Music Camp: campers study and compose videogame music — open to ages 8 & up. Art Camp: students create a variety of projects including clay, painting, drawing, pastels — open to ages 6 & up. Comics/Manga Camp: campers create their own comic — open to ages 8 & up.
Premier Wrestling Academy Contact: (678) 578-8891 Website: www.premierwrestlingacademy.com
Primrose School of Woodstock Location: 401 Sherwood Drive, Woodstock Contact: (770) 924-0084 Website: www.primrosewoodstock.com Information: With new explorations every day, summer is full of fun and excitement with Passport to Adventure! Customize your adventure by selecting specific camp weeks or join us for a whole summer of fun! At Camp Primrose, we give you the passport to fun!
Primrose School of Woodstock East Location: 175 Village Centre East, Woodstock Contact: (770) 924-9881 Website: www.primroseschoolwoodstockeast.com Information: Passport to Adventure offers a new theme for Explorers to enjoy each week with various activities, guest speakers and field trips at local attractions and resources. From the great outdoors to science and food fun, Camp Primrose has something for everyone. At Camp Primrose, we give you the passport to fun!
Sky Patriots Cadet Overnight Summer Leadership Camp Contact: (678) 457-6466 or ssantana1126@yahoo.com
Summer Sewing Camps Contact: (404) 374-8742 Website: www.itssewfunkids.com
World of Gymnastics and Cheer Contact: (770) 516-6898 Website: www.world-of-kids.com
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What’s Cookin’ The Meek family is truly blessed with great friends! Although everyone is extremely busy throughout the year with crazy schedules, our Annual Easter Celebration is a “can’t miss.” One family opens their home each year to all of us that do not have family in town. Honey Baked Ham is a must and everyone prepares their favorite traditional recipe to share. We eat (and eat and eat…), laugh, catch up and then comes the annual kickball game — I am not sure if the dads or the kids have more fun, and it is hilarious to watch! Enjoy these recipes and please email us with your recipe to share with our community. Spring Salads is the theme for April. Email your recipe to mmeek@footprintspublishing.com.
Strawberry Salad Contributed by Krista Skeen
2 cups pretzels, crushed ¾ cup melted butter 3 Tbsp. sugar 8 oz. cream cheese, softened ¾ cup sugar 1- 9oz cool whip 1- 6oz box strawberry jello ¾ cup hot water 1 small box thawed frozen strawberries Combine pretzels, butter, sugar and press in a 9x13 pan. Bake at 350˚ for 10 minutes and let cool. Cream together cream cheese, sugar and cool whip. Spread on crust and refrigerate. Dissolve jello in hot water and add strawberries. Thicken slightly and pour over layers and chill for 4 hours.
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Coconut Easter Bunny Cake Contributed by Martha Dow
Original recipe makes 12 servings 1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix 3 ¾ cups flaked coconut 1 (16-ounce) package vanilla frosting 30 small jelly beans 4 licorice vines
Heat oven and prepare two 9-inch round baking pans as directed on cake box. Prepare cake batter as directed on package, adding in ½ cup of coconut. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake and cool cake as directed on package. When cooled, place one whole 9-inch cake layer on serving tray, forming the bunny’s head. Cut two convex-shaped ears from each side of the second layer; place on each side of head to form ears. Use remaining concave-shaped piece for the bowtie; place about ½ inch below head. Frost entire bunny covering top and sides of bunny. Pat remaining 3 ¼ cups coconut evenly over top and sides. Decorate the bunny face and bowtie with jelly beans and use the licorice to make whiskers.
Zucchini Casserole Contributed by Gladys Mathias
8 cups sliced zucchini (steamed for 5 minutes) 4 cups Pepperidge Farm seasoned bread crumbs 1 large onion, diced 1 stick butter 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 2 cups sour cream 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Sauté onion in butter. Add soup and sour cream. In 9x13” baking dish, layer zucchini, bread crumbs and sauce. Top with shredded chees e. Bake at 350˚ for ½ hour.
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ExtenDing imagination Into The Summer
by Rhonda Fidanza Throughout the school year, the daily schedule for preschool and elementary students puts a focus on learning literacy, math and critical thinking skills. They participate in activities specifically designed to teach them how to adopt Jim and Rhonda Fidanza, owners of a healthy lifestyle, use their Primrose School of Woodstock East, imaginations, and express 175 Village Centre East. You may contact them at (770) 924-9881, themselves creatively. Most rfidanza@primrosewoodstockeast.com, importantly, the schedule www.primroseschoolwoodstockeast.com is grounded in an emphasis on character development and on helping students learn to regulate their thinking, emotions and behavior. The instruction, attention and support children receive from their teachers prepare them for success in the school years ahead. Participating in this kind of balanced program doesn’t have to
stop at the end of the school year. Many organizations offer summer camp programs that engage children in fun activities and discovery throughout the long weeks of summer. Summer camp programs that include educational components are becoming increasingly popular as an option for parents looking for summer child care. By visiting summer camp programs in the local community and talking with the staff, families can match their summer goals with the best summer camp experience for their child. Here are a few tips from Dr. Gloria Julius, vice president of Education and Professional Development for Primrose Schools, about how to choose the best summer camp program for your child: Include your children in the decision. You probably already know most of the activities your children enjoy, but ask them what they would add as you make a list together. Then you can begin looking for a program that offers themes that focus on these interests. If you know your child is interested in learning something new, look for a program that provides opportunities to explore these topics in a fun and interactive way. Choose a well-rounded or balanced program. As summer continued on page 63
Simply Lead
by James E. Kilgore, PhD
That’s the theme for the 2013 Chick-fil-A Leadercast Cherokee! For the third year, we will host this significant event here in Canton, returning this year to the First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, Canton, on Friday, May 10, 2013, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
medalist, track and field, Sanya Richards-Ross; Secretary of State (2005-2009) Condoleezza Rice; and an exclusive "Simply Lead" video interview with John Maxwell at Sanford University! Leadership really is simple. It involves personal integrity — being who you truly are, without pretense. A clear vision simply explained calls those who believe to follow. And leadership incorporates the talents of those who join in the vision, making sure that they share in the credit of accomplishment. Leadership is always generous in its praise of the “team” that achieved the goal.
Dr. Kilgore is president of the International Family Foundation, Suite 220, 1558 Marietta Hwy., Canton, GA 30114. He and Mrs. Kilgore are active community volunteers in the Cherokee Chorale and Canton First United Methodist Church. He continues a limited marriage and family counseling practice. For appointments, call (770) 479-3669 or email jekiff@hotmail.com.
An extraordinary team of speakers will include bestselling author David Allen of “Getting Things Done”; Dr. Henry Cloud, a bestselling author and leadership consultant; LCDR Rorke Denver, a Navy SEAL and star of the 2012 movie, “Act of Valor”; Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Head Men’s basketball coach, Duke University and Team USA; John Maxwell, well-known leadership expert; 2012 London Olympic gold
Leaders win life’s lottery — not always the financial lottery, but they win the relational lottery, discovering the best in others and encouraging them to be even better. So many of the “lucky” lottery winners are soon disappointed to discover all their “winnings” have disappeared. The leadership lottery winner treasures the relationships he develops and is blessed and strengthened for life! So here’s the challenge. If you want to win the leadership lottery, find your place at events like the 2013 Chick-fil-A Leadercast Cherokee. Your “winning ticket” may be filled with ideas that will change your life and bring you value you never could have imagined! I’ll look forward to congratulating you!
by Michelle Baruchman, WHS Senior
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oodstock High School recently experienced a “changing of the guards.” Welcoming a new leader, Dr. Paul Weir is now head of the Wolverines and he is looking forward to many exciting changes and a bright future for WHS. Weir is originally from the Midwest. Here, he pursued his education, which includes Baker University, where he played football and baseball; Central Missouri State University, where he earned his master’s degree in Industrial Arts and Vocational Education; and University of Kansas, where he began his doctoral degree, which he finished online. As Weir said, people become teachers because of their passion to help nurture kids’ education. He has this passion, and after becoming a team leader in his subject, he moved to a position in the county office, where he transitioned from supervising students to supervising adults. However, he prefers being able to more directly interact with students, so he took an administration position. When the opportunity presented itself, Weir decided to combine his abilities of managing students and teachers in pursuing the position as Woodstock’s principal. For the rest of the 2012-2013 school year, Dr. Weir does not plan to initiate any immediate adjustments. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” he says. Mr. Sebring, the former principal of Woodstock High School, left with it being ranked 24th in the state of Georgia and 1372nd in the nation, and Weir plans to continue the programs along the path that led to Woodstock’s success for the remainder of the year. On the surface, students and parents will continue to see what they have seen since the beginning of the year. However, Dr. Weir does plan to institute modifications slowly next year, such as a principal’s leadership council, allowing students to advise him about school issues, and facility upgrades, like a facelift to the front entrance. Safety is of top priority to Dr. Weir, and he will bring in high-resolution cameras to ensure the security of students in case of an emergency. Looking ahead to the future, Woodstock will begin its track to becoming a Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics (STEM) specializing school. Trial courses will be instituted and aligned along with the research-based curriculum. If these classes are successful, Woodstock will then have the option to Woodstock | march 2013 40 My
be accredited as a STEM school. These changes will affect not only the science and mathematics classes, but English and Humanities classes as well, as students will learn how to write scientifically and precisely to convey the subject matter. What this means for students is that they will have increased resources and opportunities to advance themselves in subjects they enjoy to prepare for their future. In addition, students will have more access to online courses and a wider variety of foreign languages, such as Chinese and German. The Bring-YourLearning-Device (BYLD) program will remain in place, allowing for enhanced use of tools to aid learning. Dr. Weir notes that there will not be one big thing that will change, but rather a succession of small alterations brought to Woodstock over the course of the next few years. He wants Woodstock to continue to progress, and by analyzing what is and is not working, WHS will reach the top. Dr. Weir enjoys interacting with students and prefers being seen over sitting behind a desk all day. He wants students to feel comfortable and welcome approaching him, including current seniors who have known Mr. Sebring as principal for three-and-a-half years, and he tries to make himself noticeable by attending sporting events and sitting in on classroom discussions. “My door is always open to students,” he says. Dr. Weir looks forward to graduation in May, where another successful class will walk across the stage and achieve their individualized accomplishments and plans to continue Woodstock’s growth.
Michelle Baruchman is currently a senior at Woodstock High School. She chose journalism as her senior project and also plans to major in journalism upon graduation. www.footprintspublishing.com
Scoop OTP Plans Launch Party by Suzanne Taylor What are your plans this weekend? Thinking of trying a new restaurant? Looking for an outfit and don’t want to deal with the mall? How will you entertain the kids, your husband, or your visiting mother-in-law? Or maybe you are like the creators of the new website, ScoopOTP.com, and have only an hour in between sports and activities, and just want to check out the area. ScoopOTP.com is an insider’s guide to living Outside The Perimeter of Atlanta. The website is designed to be your go-to resource for information and suggestions about places and products found in the suburbs of Atlanta. All of the strictly positive, non-paid reviews are written as a guide to spending worthwhile time, energy and resources. The suggestions on ScoopOTP.com encompass everything from family fun to date nights, a quick lunch with a friend, and where to grab a unique gift. ScoopOTP.com’s creators are two Canton women who realized that every time they searched online for activities and events, they were always directed to Downtown Atlanta. Since they
knew that OTP has so much to offer, they decided to fill the void and create a website that encompasses everything for life in the suburbs. The website includes information on unique businesses, restaurants, locally made products, places for family fun, and a calendar of events for OTP. Co-creators Michelle Knapp and Suzanne Taylor, both former presidents of the BridgeMill-Sixes Service League, embrace life OTP. Michelle previously worked for the Cherokee County Family Violence Center, and Suzanne has written many columns about women in business for My Woodstock Monthly magazine. Both women love to explore the great downtown areas of OTP, as well as discover shops and restaurants off the beaten path. Look for their “Scoop Approved” stickers on many storefronts. You can follow Scoop OTP on Facebook and Twitter. Check ScoopOTP.com often and sign up for their newsletter for the latest Scoop. If you have a business that you would like “scooped” or an event for the calendar, please send an email with the information to info@scoopotp.com. Scoop OTP will host a launch party at Freight Restaurant in Downtown Woodstock at 6 p.m., March 14. Everyone is welcome. Stop by and share your favorite scoop! Please RSVP through Scoop OTP’s Facebook events page.
AVOID Dental Neglect Is eyelid surgery by Vishant Nath, DMD
It’s an unpleasant feeling to find out that your child needs dental treatment. As parents, we all hope for the dentist to declare our children to be cavityfree and compliment their oral health at each six-month check-up. Unfortunately, this does not always happen.
by Drs. James E. Leake, E. Anthony Musarra and Michael Petrosky
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry. You may contact him at (678) 3521090 or visit www.kidshappyteeth.com.
If the dentist finds that your child needs dental treatment, make sure that you understand exactly what treatment is required, and why. Ask as many questions of your dentist as you need to in order to feel comfortable with the treatment plan going forward. If you are still unsure, get a second opinion right away. If your child requires extensive dental treatment, your dentist should be able to give you options for completing it. Your child may benefit from completing the treatment all in one appointment or breaking the treatment up into several appointments. Other options may include the use of Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, I.V. sedation, or general anesthesia in a hospital. Learn about all of these options and work with your dentist to make the best decision for your child. Even relatively minor dental treatment, which can usually be taken care of in a single appointment, should not be put off. Dental diseases (such as cavities, periodontal disease and other dental conditions) require dental treatment to improve oral health. If not treated, these conditions will usually get worse over time. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry defines dental neglect as “the willful failure of a parent or guardian to seek and follow through with treatment necessary to ensure a level of oral health essential for adequate function and freedom from pain and infection.” Obviously, no parent wants to be responsible for neglecting their child’s health care needs. But the bottom line is that we, as parents, are ultimately responsible for the health — including dental health — and safety of our children. There are many reasons why a parent might put off dental treatment for their child. There may be financial issues that prevent a parent from following through on treatment. continued on page 63 Woodstock | march 2013 42 My
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Have you ever heard that old saying, “Your eyes are the window to your soul,”? But what if your eyes make you look older than you actually are because of the effect the aging process has on your eyelids? They appear tired, Drs. Leake, Musarra and Petrosky are wrinkled or puffy, saggy and board-certified surgeons at Plastic unappealing. Have friends or Surgery Center of the South. They have family told you that you look been practicing in the Marietta area for tired, or asked if you have had more than 20 years. (770) 421-1242, www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net enough sleep? Blepharoplasty, or eyelift surgery, will restore the area around your eyes to a beautiful, more youthful and refreshed appearance. Eyelid surgery is a very popular cosmetic procedure to remove excess skin, fat or muscle from those droopy and puffy upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty improves baggy skin under the eyes, sinking upper eyelids or drooping eyelids that impair vision. The procedure can correct a medical condition called ptosis (drooping eyelid), which is caused by poor muscle tone or nerve damage. Ptosis causes the eyelid to hang very low and block vision. As we age, excess skin forms in and around the eye area and the skin loses its elasticity. Fatty tissue cannot be removed by losing weight. Even with good skincare and eye care, wrinkles, puffiness and drooping eyelids will catch up with you. Blepharoplasty is an outpatient procedure that can be done under general anesthesia (completely asleep) or under sedation (partially asleep). For the upper eyelid, an incision is made in the eye crease, trimming out the measured amount of skin and fat. For the lower eyelid, an incision is made just below the lashes to remove excess skin and fat. Sometimes an incision is made on the inside of the lower eyelid (transconjunctiva) to remove the excess fat in that area. The surgeon then divides the fatty tissue and muscle from the skin so the excess skin, fat and muscle can be removed. The procedure takes one to two hours, depending on the amount of work necessary. There is very little pain afterward, but there will be bruising and swelling that should clear within 7 to 10 days. There will be a scar that is visible for about two months, but easily covered with makeup until it fades. continued on page 63 www.footprintspublishing.com
SCORE YOGA Begins Now CONSUMERS ‘D’ In Oral Health by Jeff Sousa
Yoga is often associated with people contorting their body into unusual shapes or extreme flexibility. However, it is a misconception that stretching to attain flexibility is the goal of yoga. Combine that with the Jeff Sousa is a yoga teacher at other, more counter-intuitive Ember Yoga in Downtown Woodstock. misconception that someone jeff@emberyoga.com cannot do yoga if they are not flexible, and the popularity and enthusiasm of yoga practitioners may seem a bit confusing.
In truth, a more accurate insight into the yoga exercises, known as asanas, would be that their goal lies in achieving and sustaining the full range of motion, ability and health of the human body. The yoga poses are designed to explore the extent of the human body’s potential and methodically works to achieve it by breaking down physical and mental limitations. Like anything, if you don’t use it, you lose it. Neglecting any part of the body causes it to shut down and lose mobility and function as we age. Yoga creates strength and flexibility in the correct places and proportion in the body, it works to increase blood flow to nourish the organs and tissues, and it helps to remove toxins from the system. If finding that full physical potential was all there was, that alone might be enough to explain the many men and women who regularly take on the challenge of a traditional yoga practice. However, an interesting thing happens along the way as yoga helps one achieve a strong and healthy body. Yoga practitioners become more grounded and centered as they tune in to the body and mind, greatly reducing the “noise” level. Noise can come from ambient pains or discomfort in the body, from anxiety that manifests through tension, or even from chemicals in the body chemistry that are a result of stress or other environmental inputs like toxic foods. There are many sources of discomfort and distraction in modern life. In yoga, we believe a sound, fully functioning body creates a healthy, happy mind — and vice versa. One of the foundational texts describing the philosophy of yoga is Yoga Sutra’s of Patañjali written around the 2nd century AD. It is a collection of 196 short phrases, and the first of these is roughly translated as: “Yoga begins now.” The practice of yoga does not care how old you are or what you have done to your physical body thus far. The practice is ready for you to get started and help you achieve your full potential. 44 My Woodstock | march 2013
by Jeff Kincaid, DMD, MS
In a national survey of 1,500 U.S. consumers., the American Dental Association inquired about consumers’ knowledge of oral health and hygiene. Scores ranged from a high of 85 percent correct to a low of 29 percent, with the overall average being 60 percent. If these results are any guide, there’s much room for improvement in educating patients nationwide about their oral health.
Dr. Jeff Kincaid is a specialist in orthodontics and owner of Kincaid Orthodontics in Woodstock and Roswell. Visit his website at www.kincaidsmiles.com.
When it came to the following topics, consumers were actually pretty smart: what is gingivitis (95 percent were correct); your mouth changes as you get older (93 percent); pregnant women should pay extra attention to their oral health (92 percent); and denture wearers still need to visit the dentist (92 percent). On the other hand, consumers were not so smart about: when children should be able to brush their teeth (at around 8 years old, only 6 percent were correct); brushing after every meal (twice a day is fine, 10 percent); sugar causes cavities (yes, 19 percent); and what age should a child have his/her first visit to a dentist (six months after the first tooth erupts or by age 1, 25 percent). The survey also asked consumers for their opinion on a number of oral health topics, which yielded the following results: 83 percent of households still participate in Tooth Fairy rewards; 85 percent indicated that a good smile is extremely or very important for finding a job; and 20 percent have shied away from a social event because of problems with their teeth. Regarding physical attractiveness, a nice smile was reported as the most important attribute over skin, eyes, hair, and build/figure. Among the interesting findings, the survey concluded that: Consumers who are caregivers with children in the home scored slightly higher; women scored higher than men by 4 percent; people with higher incomes scored higher than lower income groups, except among Hispanics where income made no difference. Higher formal education equated to a higher score. Those with a college degree scored on average 62 percent, while those with a high school diploma scored 55 percent. The range of scores increased progressively with more education. continued on page 70
In Memoriam
Rampal S. Yadav 12/10/1944 - 12/3/2012 by Monika Yadav, MD It has been two months since my beloved father-in-law left this Earth, and yet I still find it difficult to speak of him in the past tense…not because I am overwhelmed with grief or a shock of his sudden passing, but because his presence is still Dr. Monika S. Yadav is a boardfelt every day. His influence certified physician in Internal Medicine on my life has been a great who practices at 684 Sixes Road one. Brilliant, commanding, in Holly Springs at Prestige Primary Care (PrestigePrimaryCare.com). For strong, generous, inventive, appointments, call (678) 494-9669. adventurous, sensitive, loving — just some mere words to begin to paint the portrait of a most colorful soul.
Papa took pride that he grew up in a placid farming village in India. He thoroughly enjoyed gardening and organic living. He firmly believed farm life was the only way to live healthily. Papa was also a gifted painter, especially large watercolors of naturescapes. Papa graduated from the most prestigious engineering university in India and served as a Colonel in the Indian Army. After retiring from the military, he immigrated to America in 1990. His insatiable thirst for knowledge led him to attain six different degrees in various fields. Eventually, he decided to become an entrepreneur and started his own gem and jewelry company. The business prospered. He let his two younger sons control the company as he explored other passions. (Papa definitely could get bored easily and always had a “Plan B” in the works.) Because of his unyielding faith in us, he invested in our future and helped us start our practice 10 years ago. Since that milestone, Papa aided us in endless projects, expecting only our smiles and prosperity in return. Although he was a first-class world traveler, Papa indulged in the simple things in life. His grandchildren were what continued on page 70
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what happens to your teeth When You Avoid The Dentist? by Scott R. Harden, DDS When you avoid going to the dentist, it is comparable to going to Las Vegas and gambling. Probability with bacteria, like the “house” in Vegas, is that the odds are in their favor. The two major concerns for any patients are avoiding diagnosis and treatment of tooth decay and gum disease. Several important facts about your teeth are critical to understand:
Dr. Scott Harden is a dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry and has served the Woodstock area for more than 21 years. He is a Dental Advisor for two nationally renowned dental research companies. Office: (770) 926-0000. Website: FountainViewSmiles.com.
• The average frequency to going to the dentist is 3.4 years. • Tooth decay and gum disease are typically painless at any level, which means your body does not provide warning signs that you have cavities (large or small) or gum disease (early or advanced). • Seventy-five percent of people have some level of gum disease. • Bacteria on your teeth that form plaque, a sticky gooey substance that sticks to your teeth, cause tooth decay and gum disease. Bacteria consume sugars from your diet and produce a strong acid byproduct responsible for destruction of teeth and gums.
The unfortunate experience of having my front teeth broken off by a baseball injury as a catcher provided me the same sense of not wanting to go to the dentist just like everyone else. However, the replacement of my missing teeth provided me a great sense of appreciation for dentistry and restored my ability to smile with confidence. This compelled me to become a dentist and help others with a passion that has lasted me a lifetime. Obviously, not everyone feels this way about dentistry, and many people are reluctant to visit the dentist on a regular basis. Why do people avoid going to the dentist? The answer ranges from denial to anxiety to fear, and further includes time and cost. Since dental technology has progressed to nearly a painless level of care, the predominant reasons for avoiding the dentist remain as time, cost and, more notably, discipline. Life demands structure and discipline from each of us. The process of learning discipline throughout our lives is gradual and cumulative, and begins when our parents teach us basic principles, including brushing and flossing our teeth every day. Discipline formally begins when we start school, progresses to when we achieve our driver’s license, turn 21 years old, start work after college, and become a responsible parent. Every stage Woodstock | january 2013 46 My
of our life is busy. According to John Lennon, “Life is what happens while you’re making other plans.” So, if you avoid the dentist and lack the discipline of getting routine dental care, then your teeth will suffer the consequences. Stated another way, “Be true to your teeth or they will be false to you.” A professional personal trainer once told me that it is vastly important to maintain your physical health throughout your life by exercising regularly so that you don’t get to the retirement years and have severe aches and pains commonly experienced in later life that prevent you from traveling, playing tennis, or enjoying the golden years as you should. Your dental health is the same, requiring regular professional attention to keep little problems from becoming big problems. Examples of problems that arise from not receiving routine dental care include: • Large cavities into the tooth nerve, requiring root canal therapy or extraction. • Advanced gum disease requiring gum surgery that could be avoided with routine exams and professional cleanings. • Teeth shifting into very poor positions from previous extractions, causing traumatic function between remaining teeth and, ultimately, causing tooth fracture or TMJ problems. • Dentures that cause anchor teeth to break off at the gum line because they are not relined regularly. • Facial abscess with severe toothaches from an infected tooth that requires a hospital emergency visit. • Crown comes off tooth due to long-term decay spreading under the crown with need for root canal therapy. • Front teeth fracture due to over-utilizing front teeth because back teeth have been missing for years. • Back teeth fracture because decay enters between teeth from lack of flossing (only diagnosable by X-rays). • Root decay on teeth under the gums in elderly that is often devastating to teeth. • Chronic infection from the mouth circulates oral bacteria systemically to all organs of the body. • Chronic plaque and tartar build-up on your teeth cause bad breath, termed “halitosis.” • Anxious patients continue to compound anxiety by going to the dentist infrequently or only when significant dental problems arise. • Cavities and gum disease of any level that could be avoided by good preventative dental care.
Logically, we all know that going to the dentist keeps your teeth healthy. Healthy teeth are the result of disciplined people who attend the dentist regularly for professional check-ups and cleanings. Are you disciplined about going to the dentist? As a parent, are you setting a good example for your children about going to the dentist regularly? Remember, cavities and gum disease do not hurt, so see your dentist regularly — and “avoid” avoiding the dentist. www.footprintspublishing.com
How TO SAVE YOUR VISION
How much is that
by Kyle Edwards, O.D.
by Shannon Dobson, CPNP
In Today’s Digital World
Today, most of us are fully immersed in the digital world. From our work computers to laptops and tablets to our smart phones that we never leave home without, we have an amazing amount of information at our fingertips. While technology has continually advanced to allow us access to this amazing flow of information, it can also put a tremendous strain on our eyes.
Dr. Kyle Edwards is an optometrist at Edwards Eye Care in Woodstock. (770) 479-0222, www.EdwardsEyeCare.com
Common symptoms that can result from excessive computer (and other electronic devices) usage can include eye strain, dry eyes, headaches, fatigue, blurred vision, and loss of focus. The combination of these symptoms is often referred to as Computer Vision Syndrome. March has been recognized as “Save Your Vision” month by many national eye care organizations in an effort to bring awareness to Computer Vision Syndrome and how to best manage it. If you are one of the millions of Americans that use some sort of digital device for more than eight hours a day, you have probably felt your eyes begin to strain, dry out or become fatigued toward the end of the day. If you have experienced any of those symptoms, you have suffered from some of the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome. The barrage of symptoms from this syndrome can range from minor inconvenience to decreased productivity and even completely debilitating. The best treatment for Computer Vision Syndrome involves changing your digital work habits with the correct ergonomic setup and taking frequent breaks to look off in the distance using the 20/20/20 rule. This is an easy exercise to relax your eyes so they do not over-focus up close; simply look 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes that you are at the computer. There also are occupational computer prescription eyeglasses that can help you read the computer and other digital devices. This will not only improve your vision at your proper viewing distance but also aid your comfort and productivity while using your digital devices. Dry eye treatment also may be needed to help your vision continued on page 70 Woodstock | march 2013 48 My
Doggie In The Window?
Kids love dogs. For the most part, dogs are friendly, furry, fun and love unconditionally, like most children do. On the flip side, dogs can be mean and aggressive, and sometimes we forget that they are animals. Any dog — not just certain Shannon Dobson is a Certified breeds — is capable of biting Pediatric Nurse Practitoner at a child. I know a pit bull that Woodstock Pediatric Medicine in will just lick you to death and a Woodstock. (770) 517-0250, www.woodstockpeds.com cocker spaniel that will snap at anyone that comes near it. All dogs should be approached with caution, and we need to teach our children to be cautious as well. Here are some suggestions to help keep kids and dogs playing nice together. Wait. Most dog bites happen to children under 4 years of age who do not understand how to treat dogs. Consider waiting until your child is at least 4 to get a dog as a pet. Be vigilant. Do not leave a baby or small child alone with a dog. Be cautious. Teach children not to approach strange dogs and how to respect your own dog if you have one. Children need to know that when a dog is eating, sleeping, sick or taking care of puppies, it should be left alone or approached cautiously. Ask first. If your child sees a dog that looks friendly and wants to pet the dog, ask the dog’s owner if it’s OK and how your child should approach the dog. Let the dog sniff the child’s hand and teach the child to be gentle and calm. Make sure your child knows not to pet a dog through a fence. Dogs can be protective over what they perceive as their territory. Don’t run. Dogs love to naturally chase things. Teach your child to back away slowly and avoid eye contact with a dog that seems threatening. Protect yourself. If threatened by a dog, remain calm. Avoid eye contact. Stand still or back away slowly. And if the dog knocks you over, roll into a ball and protect your face with your hands. Treat bites right away. Clean dog bites with soap and water and ask if the dog has been vaccinated. Contact your child’s doctor if there are any questions about the bite or the dog’s vaccination history. continued on page 70 www.footprintspublishing.com
My Wife Needs Her Hormones Checked by Mike Litrel, MD Recently, a patient confided she was so tired after working all day that she didn’t have the energy to exercise, cook or clean. She said her husband hadn’t been too concerned about the change — until her sex drive plummeted. Then he wanted her hormones checked immediately. It was an emergency. My patient’s hormones were fine. I suggested a simple treatment — a little more rest. My patient was in disbelief. I reminded her what the flight attendant says before a plane takes off: “In the unlikely event of a loss of cabin pressure, before you help small children or other people who need assistance, put the oxygen mask on your own face first.” The typical woman in distress takes so little, and gives so much, that by the time she comes to my office, she can’t breathe. The typical guy thinks of himself — and when the masks come down, he grabs four. So, I am a little disgusted when a patient’s husband blames his wife’s difficulties on her hormones. Men should stop pointing fingers, start helping around the house, and take some responsibility. That being said, I think my wife needs her hormones checked. Ever since Ann reached her mid-forties, there has been an excess of whining and crying and screaming and complaining in my household. It’s been a very difficult time for me. And Ann and the boys sometimes don’t behave so well, either. Guys have it tough. You marry a beautiful woman who smiles at you, laughs at your jokes, and as an added bonus, even does your laundry. But one day she gets pregnant, and things take a turn for the worse. Instead of telling you how awesome you are, she occasionally complains how miserable she is. What gall! And with all those leg cramps and nausea and aches of pregnancy she experiences, you need earplugs at night just to get forty winks. Then the baby comes out of her body. Delicious meals, clean laundry, and snuggling at night suddenly go away. Your wife loves on the baby instead. It’s an outrage! And God forbid you request a nice neck massage when she is finished breast feeding. Just look how irritable she becomes!
children reach their teenage years. At that point, surrounded by unappreciative, selfish ingrates and exhausted from years of her sacrifice, your wife finally comes to her senses. She realizes in a flash how much work she has put into raising the family and how little you as a husband have done. And boy, does this tick her off.
Dr. Litrel and his wife, Ann, are coauthoring their “he said/she said” book on marriage and family. For details and release date, register at www.mikelitrelmd.com.
For some odd reason, when Ann and I reached this stage in our relationship, we decided to write a book about it. It’s a “he said/she said” book celebrating 25 years of marriage, detailing our experiences as a couple, raising a family, and the lessons God taught us along the way. In theory, we thought this would deepen our love and strengthen our marriage. Unfortunately, there was an unforeseen problem. Although the “he said” part was both insightful and humorous, the “she said” part I found difficult to swallow. On the plus side, at least Ann was afforded the opportunity to document my mistakes and shortcomings over the years, recorded in print for all posterity. On a serious note, in most marriages, a woman’s life is more difficult than a man’s. A woman is required to sacrifice both her body and her immediate needs to take care of her family. This can be a painfully difficult task — but surprisingly, there are some advantages. These have to do with spiritual health. Real health and happiness grow when we channel God’s love in our daily lives. This is the reason we are here. In giving birth and caring for children, women are naturally encouraged in this daily service. Every day I hear this in their stories, and see that the purpose of our earthly life is echoed in the tasks of motherhood. Guys approach the gate to spiritual maturity kicking and screaming. Women are already on the path.
Those hormones must really get messed up.
Maybe it goes against a guy’s physical nature to give rather than take…but in spite of that, most of us grow up.
But hormone imbalance becomes far worse when your
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WHAT DOES YOUR Car Color Say About Your Personality?
Most consumers have a specific color request when purchasing a car. Choosing a car color can be an emotional decision for car buyers, who may not have any real reasons to explain why they prefer one color over another. Some research indicates that car color may be an extension of car buyers’ personality.
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Silver was the most popular color for new car buyers a couple of years ago, but has been eclipsed by white as the most preferred new car color. Black, white and silver car paint colors consistently have been popular for more than a decade. In fact, approximately half of all new cars sold in the United States are manufactured in these three classic car colors. Silver is timeless, practical and solid. Those who drive silver cars are looking for quality, high resale value and practicality. They also like a little sparkle and fun in their stable lives. Black cars are mysteriously sophisticated and denote authority, which could explain why most vehicles driven by many of the world’s top officials are black. Customers who choose white cars are normally organized and neat. Sometimes, they can be hard to get along with due to their precision. Customers who choose pearl white bring glamour to the table and get along with people. Red cars typically reflect owners who are extroverted, have a Type A personality, and are multi-taskers. While the urban legend that red cars are ticketed more often than cars of other colors isn’t statistically true, drivers of red cars probably like the “look at me” flash that they attract — just not by policemen! Drivers of blue and green cars are normally the solid rock among their friends; they are practical and aren’t worried about appearances. Owners of bright cars, like yellow or orange, love to have fun, are artistic and the center of attention. Sometimes they tend to be scattered, but you always have a good time with them. Drivers of green and brown cars are trustworthy, natural, organic and very down-to-earth. Chocolate brown car owners have a unique personality. Finally, gold car owners are considered (770) 594-6376 warm and intelligent. www.atlantadent.com Perhaps this car color assessment matches your personality or someone you know. If you are a teenager and are getting a car from someone, if it drives, who cares what color it is! If you should need your car color retouched or repainted, look for a quality retail shop or get recommendations from your dealership.
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CLEANING WITH GEMMA
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by Gemma Beylouny Wouldn’t it be great if we could plant year round? By the time you read this article, spring will be just around the corner. So, in honor of spring, let’s talk about planting flower pots. Now that it’s warmer, some of us are starting to dig Gemma Beylouny is the owner of Rejoice out previously used pots and Maids Service. She lives in Woodstock plant containers. But before with her husband, George, and their you do that, let me remind children. You may contact her at (678) 905-3476, gemma@rejoicemaids.com, you — whether the pot is clay or visit www.rejoicemaids.com. or plastic — mineral deposits and debris can accumulate in the pots and damage the plants. To protect new plants, it is important to throw out the old soil before cleaning and disinfecting the pots. Do not re-use old soil for new plants.
by Michael Buckner Historically, homeowners have hired professionals for all sorts of things around the house that they cannot do themselves. For example, I would dare to say 98 percent of homeowners have never tried to install their own heating and air system. Michael Buckner is the owner of Audio Likewise, this is the case for Intersection, located at 631 E. Main most electrical and plumbing Street, Canton. For more information work. Most people, however, on any of his monthly columns, for have attempted to do their own questions or to set up an appointment, TV installation and setup. Well, call (770) 479-1000. I’m here to tell you that it’s time to let that one go, too, and hire a pro. The funny thing here is that the man of the house thinks he has to turn in his “Man Card” when he pays someone else to install his TV. While funny, this simply is not true.
How To Clean Flower Pots
There are many types of pots for planting. The most common are plastic and terra cotta. Plastic pots are lightweight, flexible and strong, and come in different colors, sizes and shapes. Terra cotta pots also come in various shapes and sizes, but are made of ceramic clay. Terra cotta pots are a natural home for all kinds of plants and offer many advantages for growing strong and healthy plants. However, one of the drawbacks of terra cotta is that it absorbs water, minerals from the soil and most chemicals in the fertilizer. Whether you use terra cotta or plastic, the pots must be cleaned before planting a new batch to avoid fungus and mold from growing. Let’s start with plastic pots. To clean plastic pots, you will need a bucket, gloves, water, bleach, a sponge and dish detergent. Use the bucket to mix the solution of one part bleach to nine parts water. Soak the plastic pots for a minimum of 10 minutes, or longer if the pots are grimy. The water and bleach solution will loosen the dirt and disinfect the pots. Scrub with the sponge with a little dish detergent, then rinse with water. Let air dry. For cleaning terra cotta or clay pots, you will need a bucket, water, a butter knife, steel wool and baking soda. To clean the clay pots, use the steel wool to remove mineral deposits and hardened debris; scrub the inside with the butter knife in the hard-to-reach areas. Use baking soda and water to make a paste, and spread the solution on the outside of the pots continued on page 70 Woodstock | march 2013 52 My
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You see, 30 years ago all a person had to do to get the TV going was plug in a set of rabbit ears. If the TV channels didn’t pick up well, you could always get someone to stand there and hold the antenna in place! Before too long, cable TV came out and all you had to do was twist the wire into the back of the TV, and voila! Well, those days are gone. Why should you pay a professional? Let’s start with money that you have invested in your system. In the old days, a TV was around $250; nowadays, I install systems ranging from $1,000 to more than $100,000, with the average probably being around $5,000. Couple that with the fact that there’s more technology in the average surround sound system than ever imagined. This is simply too much money to invest in a system that may not be installed properly. Lastly, let’s talk about how the systems work when homeowners install their system themselves. When servicing do-it-yourself (DIY) installation systems, I almost always find either incorrect wiring or improper menu settings. If a surround sound receiver is involved, there could be 10 different ways to hook up the audio and video cabling. On top of that, there are 30 different menu selections in setting the system up that can either destroy or optimize the picture and sound quality. Another guarantee is that the remote controls are always a nightmare for DIY installations. Again, I can say continued on page 70 www.footprintspublishing.com
WHY I DO What I Do DON’t FRIZZ OUT! by J. Daran Burns
As a criminal defense attorney, I am often asked, “How can you represent these people?” That is an easy question to answer, and I am sure that you could guess the answer. The U.S. Constitution ensures that all of us have representation J. Daran Burns is a partner at Burns in the event we are charged with a crime. Therefore, when & Speights, P.C. Attorneys at Law. He can be reached at (770) 956-1400. I represent someone who has committed a crime, I work to ensure that the defendant is not overcharged, that the government has not violated my client’s rights in attempting to prove its case, and to make sure that my client receives a fair trial and just sentence if found guilty. The much more difficult question is, “How do you represent the innocent person?” Those are the cases that keep criminal defense attorneys awake at night. Having someone’s life in your hands when you believe that they are wrongfully charged is one of the most difficult and demanding tasks of a lawyer. It is also what I live for as a lawyer. Most of what I do is not fun or glamorous like depicted on TV shows; however, when you get that case where you know that your client has not done what he or she has been charged with, your heart gets pumping. A movie I saw recently included the line, “There is no client as scary as an innocent man,” meaning that if I lose the case of an innocent client, it will haunt me forever. And I have represented many people charged with very serious crimes. I have gotten to know these people and their families. Some of them may be reading this article. A great many of them have been given a new life, but the truth is that they have greatly enhanced my life. Each of those cases has inspired me to work harder, be more caring, and be more dedicated to this profession. Cherokee County is a great place to live and has an incredible judicial system. The prosecutors and their investigators, judges and court staff, and the sheriff’s office are first-class and make practicing law here an honor. Recently, my partner, Archie Speights, and I moved our practice across town to 181 E. Main Street and completely renovated one of the historic buildings in Downtown Canton. We have dedicated our practice to serving the people of Cherokee County and are committed to criminal defense. Should the need for a good lawyer ever arise for you or a loved one, we hope you will consider us. Woodstock | march 2013 54 My
How To Tame Frizzy Hair
by Jyl Craven The Academy Awards may be over, but this wet North Georgia winter has given many of us our 15 minutes of fame…as the poster children for frizzy hair! Why do some heads of hair become frizzy messes when it’s humid out? And what can you do about your frizzy locks if you’re a victim?
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.
What the Frizz is Going on Here? While we usually associate frizz with humidity, frizz actually occurs when your hair is too dry. Your hair is made up primarily of natural oils (lipids), water and a protein called keratin. When your hair is out of balance (i.e. dry) then meets a very wet atmosphere outside, the hair swells and its outer layer creates that frizzy appearance that nobody loves. Worse yet, we don’t just meet one humidity level per day. You may step out of your dry house into the humid air and then get back into your dry car, only to repeat the process. This could cause your hair to frizz multiple times per day, leaving you unsure of just what your tresses are going to subject you to next! How to Fight the Frizzies Fortunately, with a few simple modifications to your hair routine, you could say farewell to the frizzies forever. 1. Treat your hair gently — You wouldn’t scrub your face with sandpaper, would you? Hard brushing, wearing a hat over wet hair, intense heat exposure with no protection and other common hair care no-no’s can damage your hair, leaving it open to frizz. Treat your hair as delicately as you treat your skin. 2. Use your products correctly — Do you overuse alcohol-based gels? Or do you wash too often? You may be inadvertently leaving your hair open to a frizz attack. If you’re frizzing out, consult your stylist so he or she can make sure you’re using the correct products in the right balance. 3. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize — Properly moisturized hair won’t be compromised when you meet humid conditions, since the balance of moisture inside and outside the hair will stay consistent. Therefore, the best attack for frizz is to fight moisture outside (in the air) with moisture inside (your hair)! 4. Smoothing treatments — Have you ever considered a smoothing continued on page 70 www.footprintspublishing.com
Between the hedges Fruit Questions
by Louise Estabrook Agricultural and Natural Resources Agent We are still several months away from picking juicy, red tomatoes from the vegetable garden or tasty, ripe peaches from the tree, but that doesn’t mean we can’t think about it. And judging by the calls that we’re getting here Information about Extension Solutions at the Cherokee County for Homes and Gardens can be Extension office, I’m not the found on the University of Georgia only person thinking about Cooperative Extension website, www. caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee. fresh fruits and vegetables. Or contact the Cherokee County Actually, now is a good time Extension Office, 100 North St., Suite to do a little planning and G21, Canton, GA, (770) 479-0418. thinking ahead. Here are just a few of the questions that we’ve received recently: Q. When I was growing up on the farm, my parents had muscadines. I want to plant some vines this spring and would like to know several good varieties for our area. A. Muscadine varieties can be broken into four categories: two based on fruit color — black or bronze — and two based on flower type — perfect flowered (pollen and fruit) and female (fruit only). If you plan to grow only one vine, it can be black or bronze, but it must be a perfect flowered. Female (F) varieties produce no pollen; therefore, they need to be inter-planted with perfect flowered (PF) varieties for proper pollination and fruit set. Several of the better varieties for the Cherokee County area include: Carlos (PF/bronze), Cowart (PF/black), Fry (F/ bronze), Lommis (F/black), Nesbitt (PF/black), Noble (PF/ black), Summit (F/bronze), Tara (PF/bronze) and Triumph (PF/ bronze). Scuppernong (F/bronze) is one of the older but more common varieties of muscadine. Always plant muscadines in sunny locations with moist, but well-drained soils. Q. Last year, the tip of almost every branch on my apple tree turned black and died. It looked like the leaves had actually been burned with a flame. What is this and what can I do to stop it? A. Your problem sounds like fireblight, a bacterial disease that infects and kills the tips of branches not only on apple trees but also pears, cherries and plums. Prune out infected branches as soon as you notice the disease and be sure to dip your continued on page 70 Woodstock | march 2013 56 My
TOP 10 Fashion Trends For Spring
by Erica Nix
Spring is just around the corner, and just as the seasons change, so do the fashion trends. You may have already started seeing the trends in local stores and boutiques, and you may have already made some spring purchases. To ensure that you are confident with your purchases, here are the Top 10 trends you will be seeing in stores for spring 2013.
Erica Nix is a manager and buyer for THREADS and Branch Boutique. Erica can be contacted at info@shopthreads.net.
1. Bermuda shorts: Yes, the longer Bermuda shorts are back. Pair them with a pretty top or T-shirt, or add a jacket to create a “suit” look. Either way, you will be right on trend. 2. Black and white: Most of us have plenty of black and white in our wardrobe, but start pairing them together and add a “pop” of bright color with accessories and shoes. 3. Peek-a-boo pieces and cut-outs: Many tops and dresses that are already on the racks have some sort of cut-out design in them. It can be at the shoulder, on the back or at the hem. 4. Statement sunglasses: Go for Audrey Hepburn and “Jackie O” inspired looks. Big, bold and colorful sunglasses are a must-have and don’t have to cost a lot of money. 5. Bold stripes and patterns: You will see patterns everywhere — in tops, dresses, pants and denim. It may be more difficult this spring to find solids, so go for the bold patterns. 6. Sporty dresses: The dress silhouette is sportier this season than dresses in the fall and winter. Spring dresses are more fun, bright and wearable. 7. Flats and low heels: Finally, the platforms and stilettos are not what we will be seeing for spring. Go for comfort. Flats can be anything from an espadrille, a ballet flat or a strappy sandal. Low heels in more muted colors can be worn with just about anything, including those Bermuda shorts. 8. Asian inspiration: Anything Asian inspired is a must-have in your closet. It can be a top, a dress, shoes or accessories. 9. Ruffles and chiffon: Feminine, feminine, feminine! Go for ruffles on a dress or a pretty pastel chiffon top paired with a skirt or jeans. 10. Beautiful beading: Lovely colorful beading can be found on anything. From head to toe, add some sort of beading to your outfit. www.footprintspublishing.com
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Easter is a season that is always close to our hearts for many reasons. As we see the earth come back to life from the dead of winter, we are reminded of how our young men are growing into new lives every day! Whether they are building new relationships, learning new life skills, or catching up in school, we see the encouragement of new life each day. As you see the daffodils growing this spring, remember that nature isn’t the only thing being renewed. Lives are changed each day! Each month, we will share needs at the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, including many ways that the community can get involved. • • •
Places for internships for the summer Donations of summer clothes for middle and high school students Non-perishable food items Please contact Rachel Blend at rblend@goshenvalley.org or call (770) 796-4618 for more information.
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Focus on Underage Drinking
by Sonia Carruthers
Spring is upon us, and if you are the parent of a teenager you are also aware that prom season, spring break and high school graduation are also here. Winter is over and spring fever is in the air. It is a busy time of year for high school teens with spring sports, homework, testing, college applications and social life. We all remember how exciting it was to be a teenager with the end of the school year in sight. It seems like just yesterday they were starting school, but it is very important to remember that while they are growing up fast, they’re not 21 yet. Underage drinking has lost a lot of the stigma that it used to have. There are so many other drugs out there that are perceived to be more dangerous. But here are the facts you should know about youth and alcohol. Why worry about a teen just being a teen and having a glass of alcohol? • Alcohol kills more kids and young people ages 18-25 than all other drugs combined. What about the younger age range? • Youth ages 9-20 use alcohol more than any other substance, including tobacco and marijuana. When does the onset of drinking begin? • Nationally, on average per day, 2,842 young people between the ages 12-14 begin to use alcohol — meaning at least a million youth per year under the age of 15 start using alcohol.
Maybe you don’t have teens and don’t see how this could affect you, but alcohol is the third leading cause of death in Georgia and: • In 2010, underage drinking cost Georgia $1.4 billion. Our youth don’t get access Sonia Carruthers is the executive director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS to alcohol from shady drug dealers that stand on the corner (Families of Cherokee United in Service). www.cherokeefocus.org of some dark street. Underage youth get alcohol from family, the family of friends or another adult in their life or the life of a friend, who is over 21. And while alcohol is very legal and accepted in the world of adults, it can lead to serious issues for an underage child. Mentally, physically, emotionally, our youth can be damaged in many ways. Older youth who have already progressed through the stages of marijuana, prescription drugs, cocaine, heroin or meth will tell you that it all started with that first drink at a young age. A recent survey done in Cherokee County shows that early onset in our community is age 13. Teenagers may get away with drinking at parties or while hanging out with their friends, but what are the long-term affects? Talk to your youth about the dangers of underage drinking. Set strong ground rules and enforce them.
And did you know that here in the state of Georgia: • An average 2,375 people die from alcohol-related injuries or illness each year! Well, you may say, “It’s ok, I’ve talked to my child about drinking and driving, and I’ll make sure they’re safe at prom because they will be in a limo or a party bus.” Maybe you’re just having all the youth over to your house. Yes, they may not be driving, but what else could happen if they are drinking? • Nationally in 2009, underage consumption of alcohol caused an average of 28,161 teen pregnancies, 949,400 nonfatal violent crimes (rape, robbery and assault) and 1,844 homicides.
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Easter Eggs & Mustard Seeds
by Johnny M. Hunt Show me a minister who’s not excited about Easter, and I’ll show you someone who hasn’t yet discovered a true calling in life. All packaged together in one beautiful basket, the season includes blooming flowers, new spring clothes, exciting Johnny M. Hunt is senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Woodstock. outdoor events and, of (770) 926-4428, www.fbcw.org course, peak church service attendances. I love this opportunity to meet new people and reconnect with friends I haven’t seen in a while. Among the highlights of Easter are those wonderfully decorated eggs. Some are ornate masterpieces, while others bear the abstract marks of budding young artists. Both extremes and every decorated egg in between offer a message of hope and joy. I have never seen an Easter egg I didn’t like! But when I think about Easter, I think more about seeds than I do eggs. I enjoy all the natural beauty springtime presents, but I am equally attuned to the freshness that springs from faith in Jesus Christ, who said, “If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” I know how difficult it is to find purposely hidden Easter eggs, and a mustard seed is nearly microscopic compared to that, yet Jesus indicates that the tiniest bit of faith in Him results in dynamic change. Imagine: Visually insignificant faith has the capacity to produce spiritually significant results. After all, isn’t that Jesus’ story in a nutshell (no pun intended)? Here we have the son of a carpenter, born in obscurity to common parents, with no permanent home for the first several years of his life. The importance of His arrival was unknown except to some local field hands and a few scholars who had been looking for the signs, searching, as it were, for a needle in a haystack. The biblical record reveals the impact of His life and ministry, but secular historians of the day had little to say about Him. From the perspective of world history, Jesus was virtually insignificant. Enter the Mustard Seed — Easter, Christmas, the annual continued on page 70
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camps grow increasingly popular, there are more options than ever. Choosing a program offered by an accredited educational organization will ensure that your child will be learning and having fun at the same time. Visit the location. Summer programs distribute a great deal of written information and brochures, but you will get a better idea of and feel for the program by visiting the location and talking with the staff. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Ask other parents and children. Find out where parents in your community have sent their children for summer camp in the past and what their children thought of the experience. Word of mouth is a proven decision-making factor in choosing the best option for your family. This summer, Primrose School of Woodstock East (formerly Mountain Brook) will offer its “Passport to Adventure” summer camp sessions that will enable children to have fun, explore interesting topics, and learn.
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A parent may not understand how important the treatment is to prevent further pain or infection. Whatever the reason, it’s important to discuss it with your dentist. Most dentists’ will work through various issues with their patients to ensure that their oral health care needs are met. Empower yourself as a parent by understanding exactly what your child needs so that you can enable your child to have excellent oral health.
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Questions to ask your surgeon: • Ask about credentials, training and the number of times the procedure has been performed. • Always make sure your physician is a board-certified plastic surgeon. • Discuss the type of anesthesia to be used. • Find out where the surgery will be performed. • Discuss the extent of the eyelid reshaping and any associated procedures you may be having. • Ask about recovery time, limitations on your activities, and post-op instructions. • Ask about risks, complications and likely results. You will love your new look! Friends and family will wonder if you have been on a diet, a vacation, or changed your hairstyle because there will be no visible signs of your surgery. Call our office for a complimentary consultation with one of our boardcertified plastic surgeons to consider if eyelift surgery is right for you and “open the window to your soul!” www.footprintspublishing.com 63
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Baptist
Calvary Baptist 137 Hightower Road, (770) 887-6982 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.calvarybaptistweb.com
Cherokee Baptist Church 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org
Community Baptist Church 152 Rolling Hills Ave., Canton Sunday Service: 1:30 p.m. www.community-baptist-church.com
Cross Roads Community Church 2317 Bascomb Carmel Road, (770) 592-7007 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Catholic Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church
Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA
2941 Sam Nelson Road, (770) 479-8923 Sunday Services: 8, 10:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. (Español) www.lasalettecanton.com
1498 Johnson Brady Road, (770) 704-9594 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.cherokee-pca.org
St. Michael the Archangel
Christ Covenant Presbyterian of Woodstock (PCA)
490 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 516-0009 Sunday Services: 7:30, 9, 11 a.m., 12:45, 5:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. (Español) saintmichaelcc.org
Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta, (770) 977-1442 Sunday Services: 8, 10 a.m., 12, 2 (Español) & 6 p.m. www.transfiguration.com
Christ The Redeemer 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (404) 395-5003 www.ctrcec.com
Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church (770) 710-1068 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.crossroadspbc.org
Faith Community Church 659 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 516-1996 Sunday Services: 8 & 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.faithcommunitychurch.org
First Baptist Church of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, (770) 926-4428 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.fbcw.org
Mt. Olive Baptist Church 131 Mill Street, (770) 928-1334
Mount Zion Baptist Church 4096 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 479-3324 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.mtzb.org
Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 880-0871 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.mv-batist.com
New Home Baptist Church Conner of Hwy. 92 & Wiley Bridge Rd. Woodstock
New Victoria Baptist Church 6659 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-8448 Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m. www.newvicbaptist.org
South Cherokee Baptist Church 7504 Highway 92, (770) 926-0422
Stonecrest Baptist Church 485 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-8820 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stonecrestbaptist.org
Toonigh Baptist Church 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon, (770) 928-2491 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.toonighbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com
Welcome All Baptist Church 545 Stell Road, (404) 210-7130
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Presbyterian
Episcopal Episcopal Church of the Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, (770) 928-7916 Sunday Services: 8:30, 10 a.m. www.annunciationepiscopal.org
Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church 2795 Ridge Road, Canton, (770) 345-6722 Sunday Services: 8, 9, 11 a.m. www.stclementscanton.org
Jewish Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Rd. NW, Ste. 120 (678) 460-7702 www.jewishwoodstock.com
Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation, (678) 264-8575 Contact us for High Holiday Service times and dates www.mynertamid.org
Tikvah l’Chaim - Hope for Life Messianic Congregation 4206 North Arnold Mill Road, (678) 936-4125 Shabbat Service: 11 a.m. Call for Details Concerning High Holy Days www.tlchaim.com
Lutheran Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, ELCA 1208 Rose Creek Drive, (770) 924-7286 Sunday Services: 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.gslutheran.org
Timothy Lutheran Church, LC-MS 556 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 928-2812 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church 2263 E. Cherokee Dr., (770) 485-0504 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.stelizabethga.org
Meets in the Rec Center of Cherokee County’s Smith L. Johnson South Annex Complex in Woodstock 7545 Main Street, Building 200 (770) 926-1196, jtedlester@gmail.com Sunday Service: 11 a.m. cc-pca.org
Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Rd Northwest, Acworth (770) 926-3558 Sunday Services: 8:45, 11:10 a.m. www.heritagepres.com
Geneva Orthodox Presbyterian Church 471 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 833-3797 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. www.genevaopc.org
Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-0074 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. (Traditional Worship) www.woodstockpcusa.com
Methodist Bascomb United Methodist Church 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, (770) 926-9755 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.bascombumc.org
Big Springs United Methodist Church 2066 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-1796 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main Street, (678) 445-3480 Saturday Service: 6:30 p.m. Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m. www.coahumc.org
Hickory Flat UMC 4056 East Cherokee Dr., 770-345-5969 Sunday Service: 9:20 a.m. www.hickoryflatumc.org
Hillside United Methodist Church 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, (770) 924-4777 Sunday Services: 8:25, 9:25 & 11 a.m. www.hillsideumc.org
Liberty Hill Church At The Mill, 141 Railroad St., Canton (678) 493-8920 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.libertyhillumc.org
Little River United Methodist Church 12455 Highway 92, (770) 926-2495 Sunday Service: 8:30 & 11 a.m. www.littleriverumc.info
Mount Gilead United Methodist Church 889 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0837 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m.
Mountain View United Methodist Church
Covenant Christian Center Worship Annex
Mt. Paran North Canton Campus
2300 Jamerson Road, (770) 928-0050 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.mvumc.org
330 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, (770) 345-0307 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.cityofcovenant.org
Meets at Sequoyah High School 4485 Hickory Rd., (678) 285-3288 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.mpncanton.com
Woodstock United Methodist Church 109 Towne Lake Parkway, (770) 516-0371 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.gbgm-umc.org/woodstockumc-ga
Covenant of Peace Ministries 604 Industrial Court, (770) 821-8972 Sunday Service: 12 p.m. www.covenantofpeace.org
Northern Hills Church of Christ 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, (678) 384-4919 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. www.momentumchurch.tv
Dayspring Church
Other Churches Allen Temple, AME Church 232 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 926-6348 Sunday Services: 8 & 11 a.m. www.allentempleame.org
Allpoints Community Church 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (678) 493-3430 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.allpointschurch.com
Bells Ferry Church of God 6718 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 592-2956 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.bellsferry.com
Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, (770) 917-4964 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.branchesofchrist.com
BridgePointe Church
6835 Victory Drive, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.dayspring-online.com
Emerson Unitarian Universalist Congregation 2799 Holly Springs Road, Marietta, (770) 578-1533 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. www.emersonuu.org
Empowerment Tabernacle Christian Church 507 Industrial Drive, (770) 928-7478 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.empowermenttabernacle.com
Grace Life Church 655 Molly Lane, Suite 140,(404) 509-3397 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.gracelifeonline.org
Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 592-9900 revfreeman@yahoo.com
233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, (770) 517-2977 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.bridgepointechurch.org
Hickory Flat Church of God
Catalyst Church
His Hands Church
9872 Main St., (770) 516-7070 Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Catalystonline.tv
Cherokee Seventh Day Adventist 101 Rope Mill Road, (770) 591-7304 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.cherokee.netadvent.org
Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 www.ctkatlanta.com
Church at North Gate 9876 Main Street, (678) 494-2193 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.ngca.org
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Allatoona Ward, (770) 516-5918 Sunday Service: 9 a.m. Woodstock Ward, (770) 928-5641 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Cherokee Branch (Spanish), (678) 445-4873 Sunday Service: 2:15 a.m. www.lds.org
947 Bailey Road, (678) 691-9165 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
550 Molly Lane, (770) 405-2500 Party on Sunday: 10 a.m. www.hishandschurch.com
Relevate Church 999 Jep Wheeler Road, (678) 238-1488 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.relevatechurchint.org
Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, (770) 591-0040 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.resurrectionwoodstock.org
Revolution Church 125 Union Hill Trail, Canton, (770) 345-2737 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45, & 11:15 a.m. www.therevolution.tv
Sunnyside Church of God 2510 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 693-1018 Sunday Service: 10 & 11:30 a.m. www.sunnysidecog.org
Towne Lake Community Church 132 N. Medical Parkway, (678) 445-8766 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.tlcchurch.com
Watermarke Church Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy 2126 Sixes Road, Canton, (678) 880-9092 Sunday Services: 9, 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. www.watermarkechurch.com
Woodstock Christian Church
18271 Union Hill Road, (770) 664-3644
7700 Highway 92, (770) 926-8238 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.woodstockchristian.org
Love Community Church
Woodstock Church of Christ
The Lighthouse Church
5598 Bells Ferry Road Acworth, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.lovecommunitychurch.org
Momentum Church 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, (678) 384-4919 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. www.momentumchurch.tv
Morning Star Church 1006 Owens Store Road, Canton, (678) 794-7486 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.morningstarcanton.com
219 Rope Mill Road, (770) 926-8838 Servico En Espanol Domingo, (770) 926-8271 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org
Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 776-9296 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.wcnga.com
Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, (770) 926-8990 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.wcchurch.org
Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, (770) 479-5280 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.churchofthemessiah.net
Cornerstone Community Church 503 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 160 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.ccchurchonline.org
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Business Organizations
Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes
American Business Women’s Association
Contact: Bill Queen, (404) 441-3508, Website: www.cherokeefca.org
Meeting: Contact:
Companion Animal Connection
Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Lori Matthewson, (770) 720-6274
Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club Contact:
Steven Van Schooten, (770) 366-8224
Contact: (678) 493-9847 Website: www.cacadopt.petfinder.com
Feed My Lambs, Inc.
Cherokee Area Business Connection
Contact: (770) 795-9349 Website: www.feedmylambs.net
Meeting: Contact:
Funds 4 Furry Friends
Every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. Marci Zied, (770) 345-8687
Cherokee B2B Network Meeting: Second and Fourth Thursday at Best Western, 705 Transit Avenue, Canton Contact: Linda Lullie, (770) 781-3452 linda@inspired2design.com Website: www.CherokeeB2B.com
Contact:
Gina Jeter, (770) 842-8893
Genesis Adoptions
Hickory Flat Optimist Club Meeting: Contact:
First and third Tuesdays Alan Flint, (770) 720-9056
Junior Service League of Woodstock 24-hour information line: (770) 592-3535
Kiwanis Club of Woodstock Meeting: Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Contact: (678) 494-4841 Website: www.woodstockkiwanis.org
Lions Club of Woodstock Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Tues. at 7 p.m. Ed Cook, (770) 906-2958
Pilot Club of Cherokee County
Contact: (770) 517-0043 Website: www.genesis-adoptions.org
Contact: Lynda Goodwin at (770) 393-1766 Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta
Rotary Club of Woodstock
Cherokee Toastmasters
Contact: (404) 862-6180, lmartin@gsgatl.org Website: www.gsgatl.org
Meeting: Contact:
Meeting: Contact:
Green Pets America Humane Society
Sewrifics of Cherokee
Every Wednesday at noon (678) 361-3553
The Joy of Connecting ~ Woodstock Meeting: Every Third Thursday at 6:45 p.m. Contact: Edeine Francois-Dryden, (678) 789-6158 Website: http://www.thejoyofconnecting.com/ events/edryden
Main Street Woodstock Meeting: First Friday at 8 a.m. Website: www.mainstreetwoodstock.org
North Georgia Referral Network Meeting: Contact:
Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. (770) 427-2799
Together We Rise Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Tuesdays Pat Snipes, (404) 569-5280
Women of Woodstock Meeting: Contact:
First and third Wednesdays (770) 928-2700
Woodstock Community Business Association Meeting: Second Monday at noon Contact: info@woodstockcba.com
Contact: (770) 712-4077 greenpetsamerica@gmail.com Website: www.greenpetsamerica.com
Meeting: Contact:
Habitat for Humanity
Meeting: Contact:
Contact: (770) 345-1024 Website: www.habitat-ncg.org
The Hope Center Contact: (770) 924-0864 Website: www.hopectr.com
Hospice Advantage Contact: (770) 218-1997 Website: www.hospiceadvantage.com
ICOR Contact: (404) 992-8155 Website: www.iCORorphans.com
Pet Buddies Food Pantry Contact: Heather Ballance, (678) 310-9858 Website: www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org
Cherokee Child Advocacy Council Contact: Mary Migliaro, (770) 345-8100 Website: www.cherokeechildadvocates.org
Cherokee County Family Child Care Association Contact:
(770) 926-8055
Third Tuesday at 7 p.m. Sheri Torch, (770) 591-8335
Sons of the American Legion Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Charles Tucker, (678) 643-0794
South Cherokee Optimist Club Meeting: Every Friday at 7:30 a.m. Contact: (678) 524-3832
Towne Lake Optimist Club Meeting: Every Wednesdays at Eagle Watch Club House Contact: Matt Halloran, (770) 516-7497 Website: www.townelakeoptimists.com
Woodstock Jaycees Meeting: Contact:
First Tues. and third Thurs. at 7 p.m. (770) 926-8336
Woodstock Masons
MUST Ministries
Masonic Lodge #246 F. & A. M., Inc. Meeting: Second and fourth Thurs. at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Charles Sharp, (770) 928-6140
Contact: Kim Loesing, (770) 479-5397 Website: www.mustministries.org
Woodstock Midday Optimist Club
Papa’s Pantry
Charitable Organizations
Every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. (404) 506-6878
Meeting: Contact:
Every Wednesday at noon Johnny Young, (770) 345-6158
Contact: Lynne Saunders, (770) 591-4730 Website: www.papaspantry.org
Military Organizations
Safe Kids Cherokee County Contact: Chad Arp, (678) 493-4343 Website: www.cherokeesafekids.org
Volunteer Aging Council of Cherokee County Contact: (678) 269-6677 Website: www.VAC-cherokeega.org
Marine Corps League, Major General Warren R. Johnson Detachment 1311, Woodstock Meeting: Contact:
Third Saturday at 9 a.m. at J. Miller’s Smokehouse, 150 Towne Lake Parkway John Newport, (770) 926-4752
Cherokee County Humane Society Contact: (770) 928-5115 Website: www.cchumanesociety.org
Cherokee County Special Olympics Meeting: Contact:
First Monday at 7 p.m. Colleene Konwick, (770) 517-7101
Civic Organizations AARP Woodstock Chapter Meeting: Contact:
Second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Rich, (770) 926-1944
American Legion & Auxiliary, Post 316
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Meeting: Third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Irma M. Martin, (678) 662-2366 Website: www.alpost316.org
Political Organizations Cherokee County Democratic Party Meeting: Third Monday at 7 p.m. Contact: Judy Hamilton, (770) 380-7071 Website: www.cherokeedems.com
Cherokee County Republican Party Meeting: Contact:
Fourth Monday at 7 p.m. Breakfast first Saturday at 8 a.m. Conrad Quagliaroli, (770) 592-6545
Cherokee County Teen Republicans Contact: (678) 232-7488 Website: www.cherokeecountytrs.webs.com
Republican Women of Cherokee County Contact: (678) 520-2236 Website: www.rwccga.com
Recreation & Hobbies
Les Marmitons
Diabetes Support Group
Meeting: Contact:
Meeting: Contact:
Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Larry Lodisio, (770) 516-5197
North Atlanta Soccer Association Contact: Michele Fox, (770) 926-4175 Website: www.nasa-ga.org
North Cobb Bass Club Contact: (770) 820-3945 Website: www.northcobbbass.com
Wildlife Action, Inc. Meeting: Contact:
Third Sunday at 1 p.m. WLA Office, (800) 753-2264
Woodstock Youth Track Club Allatoona Gold Panners Contact:
Rob Kelly, (770) 516-7044
Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meeting: Second Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Contact: Madeline Hall, (678) 754-8482, woodstockartcenter@comcast.net
Practice: Mon., Tues., and Thurs. at 6 p.m. Contact: Michael Dahlhauser, (404) 654-0093 woodstockytc@gmail.com
Zack Walk Singles Mixer Contact: Karen Sacandy, (404) 452-9980 Website: www.zachwalk.com
Meeting: Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Contact: Craig Whitley, (404) 520-0221 Website: www.addlaughter.com
Meeting: Second Saturday at 10 a.m. Contact: Jim Millsap, (770) 928-8590 Website: www.cherokeehams.com
Cherokee County Arts Center Meeting: Fourth Friday at 10 a.m. Contact: (770) 704-6244 Website: www.CherokeeArts.org
Cherokee County Saddle Club Meeting: Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Holly Springs Depot, 164 Hickory Road Contact: Tamma Trump, (770) 655-0819 Website: www.cherokeesaddleclub.com
Cherokee Fencing Club Meeting: Beginners, Wednesday at 5 p.m. Club, Wednesday at 6 p.m. Contact: Andy McCann, (678) 494-9750 Website: www.cherokeefencingclub.com
Cherokee MOTS (Moms of Tots) Contact: (770) 272-5388 Website: www.meetup.com/cherokee-mots
Cherokee Music Teachers Association Contact: Linda Lokey, (770) 720-1701 Website: www.cherokeemta.org
Cherokee Outdoor YMCA Contact:
(770) 591-5820
Cherokee Tennis Association
Support Organizations Meeting: Contact:
First Wednesday at 7 p.m. Cindy Braddock, (678) 445-3131
Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meeting: Contact:
First Thursday at 7 p.m. (770) 926-0119
American Cancer Society 24/7 information line: (800) 227-2345
Autism Parent Support Group Meeting: Contact:
Second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Sharon Jones, (770) 345-6551
Breast Cancer Support Group Meeting: Contact:
First Thursday (404) 843-1880
Canadian Women’s Club Meeting: Contact:
Third Wednesday Lesley Frappier, cwcatlanta@yahoo.com
CASA for Children, Inc. Contact: Deidre Hollands, (770) 345-3274 Website: www.casaforchildren.org
Celebrate Recovery Meeting: Fridays at 6 p.m. Contact: Debbie Anthros, (770) 331-6685 ganthros@windstream.net
Cherokee Autism Spectrum Support Group Contact:
Dog Hikers of Georgia
C.H.O.O.S.E. of Woodstock
Foothills Running Club Contact:
John McCusker, (770) 924-9504
Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Thurs. at 7 a.m. Randall Hill, (770) 516-5887
GRANDparents Raising GRANDchildren Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. (678) 699-3400
Hearing Loss Association of America Chapter meeting information: (770) 517-2941 Contact: marlenephillips15@yahoo.com
Jewish Havurah Contact:
Marcia, (770) 345-8687
La Leche League of South Cherokee Meeting: Contact:
First Tuesday at 10 a.m. Marguerite, (770) 926-2791
Contact: Melissa, (770) 516-1078 Website: www.miraclemothers.org
MOMS Club Towne Lake — 30189, 30188 Adoption/Infertility Support Group
Website: www.cherokeetennis.org
Meeting: Sundays at 10 a.m. Contact: Dr. Daniel C. Batchelor, (770) 992-2362 Website: home.aol.com/DrBatch
Fellowship of Companies for Christ International
Miracle Mothers
Blue Skies Laughter Club
Cherokee Amateur Radio Society
Fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m. (678) 493-1503
Heidi, hcf67@comcast.net Renee, mrjperrelli@yahoo.com
Meeting: First Monday at 7 p.m. 24-hour information line: (770) 517-3043
Contact: Paige Robertson, (404) 399-4915 momscluboftownelake@gmail.com
Mothers & More Meeting: First and third Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Contact: Michelle Wise, (770) 720-8834 Website: www.woodstockmm.com
Nar-Anon Meeting Meeting: Contact:
Every Monday at 8 p.m. (404) 218-0246
National Alliance for Mental Illness Support Group Meeting: Second and fourth Tues. at 7 p.m. Contact: Jill, (404) 394-1229 Website: www.nami.org
National Psoriasis Foundation Support Group Meeting: Contact:
First Tuesday at 7 p.m. Scott Bell, (404) 218-6626
Over-Eaters Anonymous Meeting: Contact:
Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Lois, (770) 592-6421
S.N.A.P — Special Needs Awareness Program Meeting: Contact:
Second Monday at 10 a.m. (770) 720-4068
Tender Hearts Caregivers Support Group Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Robin Galloway, (770) 517-5899
The Way Group, AA Meeting: Monday - Friday at 11 a.m. Contact: Hillside UMC
WellStar Kennestone Ostomy Support Group Meeting: First Wednesday, every other month Contact: (770) 793-7171
Depression and Bipolar Support Group Meeting: Contact:
Second and fourth Tues. at 7:30 p.m. (770) 560-7112
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ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS
United States Government
President Barack Obama (D)
(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov
1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton, GA 30114 www.cherokeega.gov
(678) 493-6000 fax: (678) 493-6013
Buzz Ahrens (R), Chair
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R)
(202) 224-3521 GA: (770) 763-9090 fax: (202) 224-0103
Senate Russell Courtyard-2 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6
Board of Commissioners
P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 Website: http://tom.house.gov
(202) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999 fax: (770) 661-0768
(678) 493-6511
email: lbahrens@cherokeega.com
Harry Johnston (R), District 1
hjohnston@cherokeega.com
Raymond Gunnin (R), District 2
rgunnin@cherokeega.com
Brian Poole (R), District 3
bpoole@cherokeega.com
Jason A. Nelms (R), District 4
jnelms@cherokeega.com
(202) 225-4501 GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570
Board of Education Janet Read (R), Countywide Chairman
State Government
Governor Nathan Deal (R)
(770) 516-1444
e-mail: janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332
203 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 Website: www.gov.ga.gov.com
Kelly Marlow, Post 1 e-mail: kelly.marlow@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Patsy Jordan, Post 2
(770) 893-2970
e-mail: patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us
State Senator Brandon Beach (R) (D-21)
(404) 463-1378
303-B Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334
Michael Geist, Post 3
(404) 462-4950
e-mail: michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us
State Rep. Michael Caldwell (D-20)
(404) 656-0298 fax: (404) 463-2793
608 Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: michael.caldwell@house.ga.gov
Robert “Rick Steiner” Rechsteiner, Post 4
(770) 704-4398, x4370
e-mail: rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Rob Usher, Post 5
(770) 928-0341
e-mail: rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us
State Rep. Scot Turner (D-21)
(404) 656-0314
611-G Coverdell Legislative Office Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: scot.turner@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Calvin Hill (R) (D-22)
Robert Wofford, Post 6
Other
(404) 656-0129 fax: (404) 463-7778
401-B State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: calvin.hill@house.ga.gov
Cherokee County Schools System Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo 110 Academy Street, Canton, GA 30114 e-mail: drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Courts Superior Court: Chief Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea Judge David Cannon, Jr.
(678) 493-6260 (678) 493-6240 (678) 493-6270
State Court: Chief Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris Judge Michelle H. Homier
(770) 345-6256
e-mail: robert.wofford@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6483
Magistrate Court: Judge James E. Drane III (R)
(678) 493-6431
Probate Court: Judge Keith Wood (R)
(678) 493-6160
Cherokee County Coroner: Earl W. Darby
(770) 479-1871 fax: (770) 479-1236
(404) 362-1600
480 Main Street, Canton, GA 30114
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office: Sheriff Roger Garrison, R 498 Chattin Drive, Canton, GA 30115 email: rdgarrison@cherokeega.com Website: www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Cherokee County Tax Commissioner:
(678) 493-4200 fax: (770) 493-4228
(678) 493-6400
Sonya Little, R 2780 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114 email: slittle@cherokeega.com
City of Woodstock Juvenile Court: Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge M. Anthony Baker
Court of Clerks: Patty Baker
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(678) 493-6250 (678) 493-6280
(678) 493-6511
Mayor Donnie Henriques dhenriques@progressiveaudiology.com
(770) 592-6000, x1003
(770) 345-0400
P.O. Box 4998
www.CherokeeChamber.com
3605 Marietta Hwy, Canton
Chevron at Hobgood/ Louisiana’s Best Fish-n-Chicken 5195 Towne Lake Parkway Woodstock (770) 928-6225 Convenience Stores, Restaurants
MUST Ministries 111 Brown Industrial Parkway Canton (770) 479-5397 Nonprofit Organization
University of Georgia Cooperative Extension 100 North Street, Suite G21 Canton (770) 479-0418 Nonprofit Organization
good morningCherokee Thursday April 4, 7 a.m. Mountain Lakes Insurance
The Wheeler House
8744 Main Street, Suite 301 Woodstock (770) 926-9444 Insurance
510 Gilmer Ferry Road Ball Ground (770) 402-1686 Event & Wedding Venue
communityOutreach
Location: Northside Hospital — Cherokee Conference Center, Cherokee Co. Administration Bldg., 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton Advanced Registration: $15 No Reservation: $20 Non-Members: $25
2013 Community Outreach Program Presented by Reinhardt University Wednesday, April 3, 8 a.m. — 12 p.m.
RSVP deadline is 5 p.m.
Cost: $20 Location: Cherokee Chamber Terrace Level
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on April 2.
As part of the Cherokee County Chamber’s Community Outreach Programs, a CPR/AED class will be offered. In the event of an emergency, your CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AED (automated external defibrillator) training could mean the difference between life and death. By properly administering CPR, you can help stabilize someone that is injured or ailing until help arrives. A representative from the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will teach the class. To register for this workshop, please visit us online at CherokeeChamber.com, email Amy Blanton at Amy@cherokeechamber.com, or call (770) 345-0400.
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Consumers Score In Oral Health
As proud as we are of the progress we have made in dentistry in consumer education, it is painfully obvious there still is work to be done. I guess there are many more orthodontic patients out there that don’t even know it! That’s one way of looking at it.
Rampal S. Yadav
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anchored him to Georgia. He NEVER missed a birthday party no matter what corner of the world he had to fly from. His eyes would light up at the sight of them. His vigor of youth would embody him as he endlessly chased the children through the yard, laughing, loving, living. I learned so many invaluable life lessons from my father-in-law in such a short time. Don’t sweat the small stuff, be patient, TAKE RISKS SOMETIMES!, relax more, etc. And although I wish there were more time to observe the lessons, I feel grateful that I had these moments and that the family was unconditionally loved by him until the day he left. And in that fact there is no denying his wisdom lives in us always. We love you, Papa.
How To Save Your Vision
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perform optimally when staring at a monitor all day. Dry eye often is due to the fact that we tend not to blink as much when working on a computer, but the right lubricating eye drop or medication dry eye drop can make all the difference. To see your best and perform to your potential at work, ask your eye doctor about Computer Vision Syndrome at your next eye exam.
Doggie In The Window
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Dogs are great pets, and every child has the dream of owning a dog. But there are many considerations when bringing a dog into your home. Is your child ready to be responsible? Can your child care for the dog with space and exercise? There are three dogs that call my address home, and they bring a lot of joy and love to our home. Teach your kids how to treat dogs, and all should go well when the time is right for a dog.
Hire Someone Already
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with almost 100 percent certainty that a DIY system is much more complicated to operate than a professionally installed system. Even with a third-party remote (i.e. a Logitech Harmony) involved, the remotes on DIY systems almost never work right every single time. But with a professional installation, no matter how much high performance equipment is involved, watching TV can be as simple as sitting down and pressing the “watch TV” button on the remote! Woodstock | march 2013 70 My
How To Clean Flower Pots
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to remove the white crust or mineral deposits that forms outside the pots. Scrub and rinse thoroughly with water. Wipe dry. To sanitize the pots, open the windows in the kitchen and turn the oven to 220 degrees. Place the terra cotta pots in the oven for an hour. Turn off the oven and let it cool. Do not touch until it is completely cool down. Now that spring is around the corner, we think of fresh things for the house. My friend Betty at Fun, Finds and Designs in Canton can help. Her upscale consignment store is full of great finds, including spring décor and more. While you are out and about, stop by her store — you might find a planting pot for your new spring flowers!
Don’t Frizz Out!
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treatment? While the options available to help fight frizz may be overwhelming, discuss with your stylist to determine the best and safest alternative for your specific lifestyle. 5. Consult your stylist — People with some natural hair types, like curly, tend to suffer more from frizz. While you can’t do anything about the hair type you were born with, your stylist can recommend routines and products that will help you tame your mane.
Frizz is one of those day-to-day problems that can really mar your look. We hope these tips have helped prevent you from frizzing out too much!
Fruit Questions
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pruners in alcohol after each and every cut to prevent spreading the disease. Remove and destroy infected limbs as quickly as possible. Call the Cherokee County Cooperative Extension to sign up for the free seminar, “Advanced Fruit and Vegetable Gardening,” March 9 and March 16, presented by the Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County. (770) 479-0418
Easter Eggs & Mustard Seeds
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calendar, 2.3 billion Christians worldwide (34 percent of the planet’s population)! My, how that mustard seed has grown! There is no human explanation for the significance that has come from such a historically insignificant life, and yet there is no shrine to His Person, no price for His Power, and no boundaries to His Presence. I will certainly enjoy every Easter egg I see this year, but most of them will wind up unused in the end. The tiny mustard seed produces a plant so large that it can support a bird’s nest on its way to the marketplace, and it can reproduce itself many times over. Easter represents faith in a risen Christ. May that faith grow in us and reproduce itself just like the mustard seed! www.footprintspublishing.com
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