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WHAT’S INSIDE

Cherokee Life

September/October 2016 Volume 11, Issue 5

EXECUTIVE PUBLISHER Lee B. Garrett

V.P. ADVERTISING Wade Stephens

EDITORIAL STAFF

DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES

in every issue

26 8 SPICE Food, patriotism and fellowship abound at Semper Fi 12 HAPPY HUNTING Three places to go antiquing in Cherokee 20 MAD LIFE Inside one of Cherokee’s hottest new entertainment venues

NEWS AND NOTEWORTHY

FROM THE DIRECTOR

HIGHLIGHTS

SCENE

REFLECTIONS

26 RIVERFEST A preview of this year’s festival and profiles of local potters who will be exhibiting 36 ART OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS

FROM THE EDITOR

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Cover photograph by Erin Gray Cantrell: Adria Smith in her art studio, Paper.Scissors.Cake

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Aqua Guard Basements Berkshire & Hathaway Canton Tire and Wheel Cherokee County Arts Council Cherokee County Farm Bureau Cherokee UPickEm Contest Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta City of Canton - Farmers Market ad Darby Funeral Home Dixie Speedway Edens Keepers Elements Salon Fellowship of Christian Athletes Fowler Electric Frosty Frog Creamery & Café Fun Finds Funk Heritage Center Georgia All-Star Gymnastics Georgia Marble Festival Guardian Angels Main Street Canton Medical Associates of North Georgia North Georgia OB/GYN Specialists

Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 33 Northside Cherokee Pediatrics 39 Northside Hospital - Cherokee 51 Northside Vascular Surgery 47 Perimeter North Family Medicine 17 Pinnacle Orthopaedics 19 Plastic Surgery Center of The South 18 Provino’s 10 Reinhardt University 31 Reinhardt University Falany Performing Arts Center 43 Repair Barn 41 Salon • Spa Venessa 16 Service League of Cherokee County 29 Sosebee Funeral Home 52 Sundance Pressure & Seal 44 Superior Plumbing 49 Three Sisters Gifts & Home Accents 11 Towne Lake Primary Care Family Medicine 34 WellStar 2 Willows Gift Shoppe 40 Woodstock Funeral Home 16 Woodstock Group Page 35

Mark Wallace Maguire

ASST. DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES LaTria Garnigan

EDITOR Rebecca Johnston

CONTRIBUTORS Sampson Jenkins, Kimeko McCoy, Kayla Elder, Carla Barnes

PHOTOGRAPHERS Kathryn Ingall, Erin Gray Cantrell

LAYOUT AND DESIGN LaTria Garnigan, Mark Wallace Maguire

ADVERTISING STAFF ADVERTISING MANAGER Kim Fowler

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Tara Guest

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Paula Milton, Becky Opitz, Ginny Hrushka, Tracy Avis, Jill Abbott

GRAPHICS COORDINATOR Beth Poirier

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Jennifer Hall, Carlos Navarrete

PRODUCTION CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Dave Gossett INFORMATION Cherokee Life is published six times a year by the Cherokee Tribune and distributed to more than 20,000 homes and businesses. To subscribe, email circulation@cherokeelifemagazine.com or call 770.795.5001 To advertise, contact Kim Fowler at 770.795.3068 Please send all editorial correspondence to rjohnston@cherokeelifemagazine.com Follow us on facebook and at www.cherokeelifemagazine.com

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FROM THE EDITOR

Golden Days of Autumn all too short Autumn was my mother’s favorite season. She saw the beauty in the mellow light and the changing leaves. She loved the golden days with clear blue skies and the cooler nights. She liked the way the pace quickened after the long, slow days of summer. Back in the ‘60s and ‘70s, we lived in a world without air conditioning. I know that seems almost unbelievable now, but no one in Canton I knew even thought it was a necessary part of life. Instead, we opened our windows or sat on the porch, feeling the changes each season brought. During the late spring and summer we slept with our windows wide at night to feel the cool breezes and hear the katydids sing. As I fell asleep with my curtains pushed back, I could see a thousand stars above the treetops outside my window. The Georgia heat could be oppressive in the summer, the humidity weighing down the air and making it seem even hotter than it really was. Fall made a welcome change. While I loved the freedom of summer, I welcomed the fall of the year, crisp apples and crisper temperatures. Nights when it felt good to pull a quilt up, days when you could walk forever, jumping through leaves and admiring the brilliance of the fall foliage, the golden rod and the sumac turning bright red. Of course, the fall of the year also meant back to school, a return to tasks and responsibilities, to getting up earlier and working harder. But somehow we never seemed to mind. It was part of the ebb and flow of life. Some afternoons after school, my mother would walk with us out through the woods to a massive muscadine vine that grew on the site where a house had once stood. There were apple trees there too, stunted and old, no longer able to produce many apples, but marking an old home place with their rooted presence. My brother and sister and I loved to eat the ripe fruit as we picked them, while Mother gathered up a basket full to take back and make into jelly. Then we would walk slowly back home, as leaves drifted onto the dirt road and sunlight streamed through the golden foliage. “No spring nor summer beauty hath such grace as I have seen in one autumnal face.” I think as we walked through the woods, my mother must have felt a bit of what John Donne did when he wrote those words. My mother loved poetry. Almost every year she would give me a book of poems, either an anthology or by a single poet. She wrote an inscription on the fly leaf in her neat, perfect handwriting

to mark the gift and I cherish those books. I love to read the poems about autumn in particular. Autumn is the shortest season of the year, especially in the South, as summer’s warmth lingers way past the calendar’s time for fall. There is a sad side to autumn, too, as everything dies away and nature prepares for winter. Just like in life, autumn signals a change. I like to think of the autumn as the time to harvest that which we have planted in life. Time to enjoy our children and our grandchildren, our families and friends. “You expected to be sad in the fall. Part of you died each year when the leaves fell from the trees and their branches were bare against the wind and the cold, wintery light. But you knew there would always be the spring, as you knew the river would flow again after it was frozen,” Ernest Hemingway wrote in “A Moveable Feast.” My mother was not a talker. She did not often express her feelings. She would let us know through her actions, her care of us. When I remember those autumn walks, I know that she was sharing with us what she loved most about life. This is a great time of year to enjoy the beauty of the rural countryside in north Cherokee County, to canoe down the Etowah River or visit the parks and trails that now dot our community. Farmers markets are filled to the brim with offerings, and festivals abound to make a Saturday afternoon a time to enjoy with family. We are lucky to live where the metro meets the mountains. I hope you take time to make memories with your family during this all too brief but beautiful time of year. Rebecca Johnston

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news & noteworthy [food and dining]

South African market spicing up Woodstock Yumsa, downtown Woodstock’s new international market, opened its doors over the summer introducing the city to South African food culture. The market, owned and operated by Woodstock residents Will and Alanna Pieterse, sells products imported all the way from South Africa such as sauces, spices, cookies, candies and drinks. Yumsa’s specialty is its prepared dishes such as handmade meat pies, sausages and pastries, which are available to purchase and eat at home. With family roots in South Africa, the couple pulls from the country’s diversity in producing its hand-crafted treats. “We call it the Rainbow Nation. South Africa is the Rainbow Nation because it’s so diverse and (there are) so many cultures there,” Will Pieterse said. Will Pieterse also said he hopes to have a full kitchen up and running within coming weeks to serve hot food. Yumsa is at 106 Arnold Mill Road and open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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[arts and culture]

Alexandria Rising to be published Sept. 17 Mark Wallace Maguire’s first novel, “Alexandria Rising” will be published Sept. 17. In what is already being hailed as a can’t-put-down-read, this action adventure novel has a dose of historical fiction to keep the reader glued to the page. The book is a departure from his first book, “Letters from Red Clay Country” which featured the best of his magazine and newspaper columns. “Alexandria Rising” is published by Speckled Leaf Press and is available via Amazon and at select bookstores on request. Maguire serves as the Director of Cherokee Life and has worked in a leadership role since it launched 12 years ago. Information: www.alexandriarising.com

[fashion]

Getting organized Debbie Roes owns the largest jewelry box she could find, but it was still so full she had difficulty seeing her belongings. So she decided to de-clutter it as part of an overall purging of her possessions, and the result made her happy. “It used to be so cluttered that I didn’t really know what I had, and many pieces I loved weren’t being worn,” said Roes, of San Diego. Many people accumulate extra jewelry over the years and could benefit from organizing it better. That might mean discarding, giving away, selling, repairing or repurposing pieces, said Cyndy Aldred of Lufkin, Texas, author of “Idiot’s Guides: Organizing Your Life” (Alpha Books, 2014). Begin by weeding out those you never wear. Roes did that, and quickly parted with 20 of her 282 pieces. She also pulled out jewelry that was broken, and either had it fixed or got rid of it. Then she grouped together like pieces, which helped her realize that she had many duplicates. “I tended to buy a lot of similar things. What we’re drawn to when shopping is what we’re familiar with,” she said. Once the jewelry was sorted, Roes forced herself to pick her favorites. She donated, gave away or sold the rest. She did several purges like this so as not to deplete her collection too quickly, she said. In between purges, she would move the pieces she wore into different drawers in the jewelry box. The pieces that hadn’t been moved by the next purge were good candidates to get rid of. If you’re unsure about discarding something, Aldred suggested, put it in a box in a harder-to-reach location. If you haven’t retrieved it after a year, get rid of it, she said. She also suggested having a jewelry exchange party at which friends gather to swap pieces. “You feel better about purging when you give it to someone you know will use it,” she said. September/October 2016 | Cherokee Life

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bar and eatery in Woodstock is living up to its name to honor veterans and first responders while welcoming everyone else to be part of the camaraderie. Woodstock residents and former U.S. Marines Ralph and Carrie Roeger opened Semper Fi Bar and Grille in August 2015 and since then have witnessed their Main Street restaurant turn into a heart-warming and supportive community. Semper fidelis, a Latin phrase meaning “always faithful” or “always loyal,” is the motto of the Marine Corps, and gave the restaurant its name. Ralph Roeger, a retired Marine master sergeant, along with wife Carrie, who also served as a Marine, and daughter Samantha, were searching for a business location when they saw a “sign from God” that would change their lives forever. A building the family had passed hundreds of times had just been repainted and when they pulled into the parking lot off of Main Street Woodstock, they knew that the red, white and blue building would be the future location for their dream restaurant.

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Almost a year later, Semper Fi has created a place “for veterans, by veterans” where the walls are full of uniforms, photographs, newspapers and other war memorabilia donated by veterans who have a story to tell. “Veterans are so important to us because we understand the price paid by many to protect this great nation,” Ralph said. “Veterans, first responders, and their family members are honored here.” Patrons enjoy the diverse options of appetizers that Semper Fi offers, such as a warm traditional soft jumbo pretzel served with sweet and hot mustard and beer cheese sauce, hero fries covered with melted cheese sauce and crunchy bacon, or lightly battered Wisconsin cheddar fried cheese curds. Salads are a big hit at the veterans’ eating grounds, and the famous black and blue salad served with tender blackened steak or chicken, blue cheese crumbs, diced cucumber and tomatoes on a bed of greens will get everyone’s taste buds going. Veterans travel far and wide to get their hands on the top selling delicious Semper Fi Burger, made to order with melted cheese, a signature barbecue ranch sauce and candied bacon. What better to go with a scrumptious burger than a side of fries or onion rings, delivered to the table in a nostalgic military issued canteen cup? Need a cold beverage to go with your meal? Semper Fi provides a full bar with a large variety of cold draft beers served in military tankard mugs that hang on the wall with customers’ names on them. Another popular menu item the Roegers brought to their southern table is the Northern Fish Fry made up of beer-battered haddock fish and served with potato pancakes, apple sauce, coleslaw and potato salad. For those with a sweet tooth, Semper Fi’s apple cobbler a la mode is the perfect ending to a perfect meal. Or maybe an ultimate brownie is the dessert of choice, served with whipped cream and a warm fudge-chocolate sauce. The Woodstock community is important to Ralph and Carrie as they host fundraisers for local organizations and sponsor events within the community, providing fun and support to those in need.

Semper Fi, at 9770 Main St. in Woodstock, is open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner and is closed on Mondays. For more information on Semper Fi visit the website at www.semperfibarandgrille.com or their Facebook page @SemperFiBarAndGrille.

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Happy

hunting Shopping for vintage finds and antique treasures offers enterprising homeowners a way to update and spruce up their spaces while exploring some of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtowns. Many of the shops also offer classes to help you turn that old piece of furniture into the perfect piece for your home. Here, we offer suggestions on where to get started on your next project.

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WOODSTOCK ANTIQUES & CONSIGNMENT 5643 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth www.woodstockantiques.com (678) 445-7861 Rescuing and revitalizing found treasures for 13 years, the owners of Woodstock Antiques & Consignments seek to provide customers with unique items they can personalize to their tastes. With over 150 vendors, the 25,000-square-foot mall is filled with an eclectic and appealing mix of hard-to-find antique and vintage items, as well as a vast selection of hand-picked consignment merchandise. Offering home dĂŠcor, furniture and lighting options among a wide array of home furnishings, Woodstock Antiques & Consignments also pops with the latest trend of farmhouse dĂŠcor. Owners Kimberly Posey and Suzie Chinal said popular fall items include wood tables, farm-inspired paintings, galvanized items, greenery and Egyptian jewelry and clothing. Blending the old and new together, the business gives good old-fashioned service and something for everyone.

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From left, Co-owners of Woodstock Antiques and Consignments Suzie Chinal and Kimberly Posey.

The storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certified Paint Studio offers a variety of workshops featuring highly versatile and high-end finishes, along with repair classes. The store also carries the popular Junk Gypsy Paint. The Junk Gypsy Chalk Clay Paint is smooth and dries to a beautiful matte finish. It comes in great vibrant boho colors as well as the soft whites, creams, and greys. Classes offered include Cracked Patina, One Step Paint Workshop and Rescue-Restore-Redecorate Studio Time, which gives those who come in a chance to work on their own piece of furniture with the help of an instructor.

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NONI’S ATTIC 196 North St., Canton www.nonisattic.com (770) 224-8871 Tucked away on the corner of historic downtown Canton, Noni’s Attic is just like your grandmother’s attic, a gathering place for unique antiques, vintage or custom crafted home decor and gift items. Owners John Tyner and Colleen Moore offer a shop full of surprises including shabby chic furniture, custom painting of items and restorative work.

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Noni’s Attic owners Collen and John Tyner Featuring pottery, farm-built wooden tables and handcrafted jewelry from local artisans, Noni’s Attic is often described as having “Buckhead items at Canton prices.” There are interesting items found at the store daily including a lawyer’s desk from the mid-‘50s, china cabinets, mantels and an English sideboard from the late 1800s. Noni’s Attic takes items from the past and makes them relevant for today by offering restoration and refinishing, design services and antique appraisals. This hidden gem will begin a stained glass class in September.

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Stephanie Jones of Junk Drunk Jones.

JUNK DRUNK JONES 175 West Main St., Canton www.junkdrunkjones.com | (678) 951-8500

Junk Drunk Jones, where “every day should be a treasure hunt,” specializes in authentic vintage items and reproductions. From clothing to old signage, the downtown Canton store has it all within the $30 and under price range. Curator and creator of all things Junk Drunk Jones, Stefanie Jones travels across the nation with her family to hand pick items for the shop to keep the inventory fresh and distinctive. Whether searching the large selection of dresses from Great Britain or rummaging for timeless home décor, Junk Drunk Jones is the perfect stroll down memory lane. The store has a treasure trove of items for men, women and children including the most popular items from Blue Q, socks and bubblegum. Prepping for fall and the holidays, Junk Drunk Jones will stock and restock everyone’s favorite football team’s signage, as well as fall inspired vintage threads.

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It’s like magic.

At least that’s what MadLife founder Mike Levi calls it when a connection happens between a musician and a music lover at Woodstock’s new music venue. Downtown Woodstock’s MadLife Stage and Studios boasts an estimated 7,000 square feet on the main level and almost 2,000 more square feet on the second level. It houses a restaurant and live music venue as well as state-of-the-art production studios. “I realized when the performers are there for the right reason, there’s this unspoken communication that’s happening among band members. It’s really like you’re part of a tribe. It’s the craziest thing,” Levi said. The entertainment hub opened over the summer but already is on track to become the place to be for musicians and music lovers alike. The 55-year-old MadLife founder and musician said it has been a learning and tweaking process since its premier. On the day MadLife was slated to open, the building was still waiting on a power connection, gas connection and its final city inspection. “We reached the point where we just needed to get ourselves open so we put our heads down and we hoped that the stars would align,” Levi said. “Fortunately we passed our health inspection and that’s when the band pulled in.” Tickets had not been on sale that day for that night’s performance by rock and roll band Wayland, but by the end of the night, Levi said MadLife saw nearly 300 people show up.

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In addition to music, the facility also features prime food, above, and a dynamic social scene, top and opposite page.

“We had a good night. We did well as far as revenue. Technically the venue performed very well,” Levi said. “Sound was great. Lighting was great so it was very much something we worked a long time to achieve but it turned out to be a last minute decision, OK we can open tonight.” The idea for MadLife grew from the live music and bar scene in Nashville where Levi says music pours out of the bars and into the streets. “Where the stage is in the window and you just wander in and the floors are sticky and they’re just slinging drinks but the musicians are insanely talented because they’re all Nashville musicians,” he said. Three years ago, Levi was looking to bring the Nashville experience to Woodstock, frustrated he couldn’t find a good music venue where the metro meets the mountains. “If you live in this area and you love live music, you’re kind of stranded. You go to Midtown and you go to Marietta if you want to hear bar music. You go to Kennesaw if you want to hear bar music but if you want a proper music venue that really brings in exceptional artists, you’re going to Midtown, Decatur, downtown,” he said. Levi got together with Ronnie Rask, a disc jockey and now MadLife director of marketing, and Kevin Walker, a 52-year-old musical prodigy, to bring his music vision to fruition. Rask’s claim to fame dates back to the ‘90s when he got into the world of DJ’ing with the name DJ Raskal. Rask said although the nickname wasn’t his favorite, it was one he earned. “I played for a long time in a lot of the underground scene in Atlanta in the ‘90s and then took a break,” Rask said. During his hiatus, the music junkie married his wife, another DJ, and the two had five children. Lately, he says the work has been nonstop with traveling and producing for himself and MadLife. “I love live music no matter what the venue or genre,” he said. “Mike offered me an opportunity here and now I get to see these events happen

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as my day job.” Levi said Kevin Walker began his music career as a 14-year-old base player for the Midnight Movers. The two met at a Las Vegas bar where Walker told Levi some of the big names he has worked with including Justin Timberlake, Patti LaBelle and Prince. At MadLife, Walker works to bring big names into the music venue. The venue was originally meant to just be a music venue but with every person Levi met, that idea grew a little more to become the entertainment hub and eatery it is today. “Everybody I’ve met, as we’ve been working Mad Life, are either musicians or writers or inspired by music,” Levi said. Rask echoed his sentiments. “It becomes a place for the patrons and the artists to do work. It’s our stage and restaurant and our studio and they all kind of come together on those nights to kind of make something for the artist as well because we’re all artists here too,” Rask said. With their vision in sight, the MadLife staff said they felt there was no place better to take off than Woodstock. Levi said the city supported their venture so much because MadLife is a new asset that could pan out to be a destination driving more visitors to Woodstock. “We really want people who come through to say this is their place,” Levi said. “The better we can do with sharing that — the music experience, the food experience and all — it just lets us get out there and book even bigger names and bring even more special nights here. Within its first few weeks of being open, the music venue, restaurant and recording studio has a lot on its plate. However, the crew says it’s planning to do more. “We just need to keep that momentum heading the right direction,” Levi said. “Hopefully we can get better and better with every show that passes.” MadLife offers a range of music such as rock, blues, indie, Americana and country with the occasional tribute band performance. The first weekend in September, Satisfaction/ The International Rolling Stones Show will perform. The band is entering its 15th year in production with more than 2,500 performances in places such as the nation’s top casinos, performing arts centers, music halls and corporate venues. Nevermind, the Ultimate Tribute to Nirvana, will perform the following weekend. MadLife Stage and Studios is at 8722 Main St. in Woodstock. MadLife is open Wednesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. until close and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until close. Information and tickets: (678) 384-2363 or visit madlifestageandstudios.com.

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FROM THE DIRECTOR

BY MARK WALLACE MAGUIRE

Fall Football and feast Primer

ell, it’s that time of year again. For good or bad, your annual football column from yours truly. Half-hopeful, half tongue firmly in cheek, but 100 percent all killer, no filler. If you want the hard stats and numbers, you may want to look to Phil Steele or Sports Illustrated, but if you want an earnest fan’s perspective, I got you covered. 1. CAN I FORGIVE THE FALCONS? You can’t live in the past, but our Dirty Birds have a history of passing on great draft picks. I still cannot believe they overlooked Todd Gurley II last year and used their fifth pick on Vic Beasley. You could say I am just being a UGA homer, except for the fact that Mr. Gurley won a little award called, “NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.” Yep, his over 1,000 yards rushing might not have salvaged the Falcons season, but it would have provided some must-see TV for the Falcons and boosted the mega market called sports merchandising with fans throughout the state wearing his jersey. 2. MULLET POWER? Oklahoma State Coach Mike Gundy is an interesting coach. I think he is a solid coach and runs a fun offense to watch. He is also - in case anyone forgot - the one who chewed out a reporter with the tirade along the lines of, “If you want to go after somebody [don’t go after my players], go after me. I’m a man, I’m 40.” But, this year, things are getting strange in Stillwater. Gundy debuted a mini-mullet at a press conference this summer. What is it with the mini-mullet? Too much Joel Osteen in that part of the country? Is Gundy going all 1980s on us? Will he unveil an old school Wishbone attack, sport a Swatch Watch or make his team wear half-top jerseys next? 3. BOOM! So Will ‘Boom’ Muschamp, the mercurial hot-headed former-coordinator-former-head coach-former-coach-in-waiting-former coordinator, is now the head coach of South Carolina. He has a reputation of losing his patience, making amazing contorted faces and, last year as an assistant coach at Auburn, getting his team penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct during a game.

Let’s see if Boom cam improve on that this year. I really hope to see him get tossed out of a game this year as a head coach. I would really like to see it happen pro-wrestling style with him getting escorted off the field and then coming back onto the field with a chair and perhaps with a fog machine churning or a laser show. 4. IN THE NICK OF TIME: Here’s hoping UGA Running Back Nick Chubb stays healthy and has a good year. I think our culture has bought into the belief that every player can come back from an injury and be as good as they were before, but that is a tough, tough task, especially for the multiple knee injuries Chubb sustained. But, if Chubb can do half of what he did pre-injury, stay healthy and land a professional contract, I will be happy for this young man who exhibits great character and work ethic on and off the field. 5. BAMA BUSTS: Okay, before any of you Alabama fans goes crazy and sends met hate mail, let me get something straight. I do not hate Alabama. I do not want to fight you. I am just weary of Bama winning national championships year after year after year. I would love to see some upsets of the Mighty Tide this year just to mix things up. Of course, if Bama loses, we do want to keep the losses inside the conference right? How about Mississippi State or Texas A&M? The Burgundy Beat Up? And finally, here is your one guaranteed win for the year: Maguire’s Super Smoked Chicken Recipe: You can add your own particulars to this, but the keys are brining and a decent charcoal grill or smoker. Take two young chickens. Remove giblets and innards. Brine in huge Ziploc freezer bag overnight. Brine should be a mix of 1/2 water, 1/2 Dale’s Seasoning Sauce. Feel free to toss in whatever else you want. I generally will put in some fresh rosemary sprigs, salt, assorted spices and maybe a dash of another liquid sauce such as Soy. Do not brine in barbecue sauce or a heavy ketchup-based sauce as they will not absorb into the meat as well and will burn when placed on the grill. On game day, prepare grill and/or smoker. I use a mix of 1/3 charcoal, 1/3 wood chips and 1/3 Cowboy Lump charcoal. Let the embers gray out, then push them to one side of the smoker. Place chickens to the other side of the grill. You want to cook them with indirect heat. Cover. Experts say the key to a great chicken is to let it smoke on low heat for a long time. I generally cook mine between an hour and an hour and a half. I recommend longer, but, with two boys, I simply don’t have the luxury to cook out all day while keeping an eye on the birds. Check your chicken occasionally, but not too often or the heat and smoke will escape. If the heat appears to be dying out, toss on some more wood chips. But remember, despite how cooked they appear, make sure to use a temperature gauge to ensure your chickens are ready before taking off the grill. When the chicken is ready, take off the grill. Let the chicken sit for 10 minutes or so, then get after it. Enjoy your fall.

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FALL fun

Riverfest offers many fresh pickinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for its 32nd year By Rebecca Johnston

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Riverfest

Sept. 24, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sept. 25, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Boling Park 1200 Marietta Hwy., Canton

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For the 32nd year of the Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival, the Service League of Cherokee County has plenty of fresh offerings on tap including a pumpkin patch and mechanical bull for children, a trio of popular food trucks and of course plenty of arts and crafts.

This year’s Riverfest is Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place at Boling Park in Canton along the picturesque banks of the Etowah River and benefits the children in need in Cherokee County. The new toddler hay maze offers loads of entertainment and the Great Pumpkin Patch will give families a chance to purchase a favorite pumpkin to kick off the fall season with all proceeds benefitting the children. In addition to the new mechanical bull ride, the children’s area offers several perennial favorites, such as the Canton Lions Club train, pony rides, and a petting zoo. This year’s festival will feature more than 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, with many returning favorites as well as several new and exciting exhibitors such as Sailor Studio, Lily Bilsand of Monroe, with kiln fired enamel on copper jewelry and bohemian wrap bracelets; Gigi’s Quilts and Things, Cindy Petty of Ball Ground with quilts, aprons, shower curtains and table cloths and Ken Selzer of Clarkesville, with his beautiful oil paintings in an expressionistic landscape style. Collectors particularly love his paintings of rural Georgia. Admission to Riverfest for adults and children 11 and older is a $5 donation. The event will take place rain or shine. Free parking and shuttle services are available. Dogs are prohibited in the park by city ordinance. Photography by Kathryn Ingall & Erin Gray Cantrell

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Rick Malsnee works on the pottery wheel in their home studio.

Four local potters who are displaying their wares at Riverfest this year are each on their own unique journey as they turn clay into beautiful works of art that melge form into function. The potters are among the more than 200 artists and craftspeople displaying their work at this year’s Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival in Canton Sept. 24 and 25 on the banks of the Etowah River. The festival is put on by the Service League of Cherokee County to raise funds to help children in need in the community. Whether new to the art world and Riverfest, or veteran artisans who are deeply rooted in Cherokee County, these four bring their distinctive talents and interpretations to their art.

Malsnee Pottery

For Rick and Sue Malsnee of Malsnee Pottery in Woodstock, returning to this year’s Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival is a little like coming home. “Riverfest was the very first art show my husband Rick and I ever did. That was 25 years ago. Of course, Riverfest has a special place in our hearts,” Sue Malsnee said. “Not knowing what to expect, we were pleasantly surprised how friendly and accommodating everyone was that was involved in putting on the show. We have enjoyed participating in Riverfest for many, many years.”

“We appreciate all of our customers because without them we would not be able to earn a living.” The couple created their pottery business so they could stay home with their three sons and have quality time with them. “The boys have worked in the shop with us over the years and have experienced the life of an artist and all it entails,” she said. That process of being a potter can be complicated, she said.

“The process of making pottery is more involved and takes more time from start to finish than I believe most people realize. First there is getting the clay ready to throw or wedging,” Sue said. “The turning of the clay on the wheel forming the pieces, drying the pieces, sanding and cleaning each piece, loading the kiln for the first firing known as the bisque fire. This fire makes the piece hard and ready to take the glazes.” The beautiful colors in the couple’s pottery is part of what makes it so attractive to collectors and has garnered them numerous awards at shows over the years. “We make our own glazes which go on next. The glazing and hand decorating take considerable time. The second firing which is a higher temperature, brings out the colors and designs,” Sue Malsnee said. Once the piece is finished it is ready for everyday use. “The clay we use is stoneware and makes the pottery very durable so you can put it in the oven, the dishwasher, and the microwave. We use a large variety of colors to match any decor and hand-paint pictures on another design series, such as birds, flowers, cats, pine cones etc. Our pottery is both functional and decorative,” she said. The couple’s collection includes standard pottery pieces as well as items they have designed. “Some of the most decorative vases we do are detailed with hand sculpted designs including eagles, wolves, grapes, flowers, seascapes, pine cones, faces and more,” the artist said. “We are always making new items because each and every piece we make is done by hand and will never be identical to the others, maybe similar but not identical.” The potter said she and her husband have always done their best to provide the public with decorative and functional pottery at an affordable price. “We appreciate all of our customers because without them we would not be able to earn a living,” she said.

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Above left and right, Malsnee Pottery offers a variety of patterns for its sculptures. Center, Rick and Sue Malsnee.

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Right, Greg and Susan Schulz.

Schulz Pottery

Potter Greg Schulz left the corporate world in 2013 to begin a life as a potter inspired by the four elements of earth, wind, fire and water. Shulz said he is in love with throwing and hand molding clay in his Canton studio, where he gets up early each day to create original, functional works of art. “I live in the woods on the Etowah River with my wife, Susan. We are surrounded by natural beauty which inspires and guides my work,” Schulz said. “While creating, I think about the person who will own it one day and details like the handle he or she will hold, how the pitcher pours, and the perfect glaze combinations.” Schulz grew up in central Florida. His artistic mother encouraged his desire to explore many mediums from an early age. He later graduated from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and pursued a career as a creative director in advertising.

“I desire for my pieces to reflect nature in a whimsical way. It’s exciting to take a lump of clay and turn it into a useful piece of art,” he said. Schulz is new to Riverfest as an artist, but has enjoyed attending the event. “This is my first year and I am honored to be chosen as a vendor. As a regular attender, I appreciate the variety of vendors and the friendly and helpful attitude of all of the volunteers. This festival is organized well and in my hometown. Supporting the local economy is important to me,” he said. Schulz has already become known locally and looks forward to encouraging new collectors at the festival. “For me, there is nothing like seeing the sparkle and excitement that overcomes collectors who find the perfect piece. “I desire for my pieces to reflect nature in a I want to create pottery that when given whimsical way. It’s exciting to take a lump of as a gift makes you clay and turn it into a useful piece of art.” think of the person who gave it to you,” he said. “Like when a friend buys the perfect cat mug for her feline fanatic bestie. She will cherish her favorite mug for years to come.” Some of his favorite pieces include his black and white sgraffito. “Sgraffito means scratch in Italian. It works by applying a special black glaze to an unfired ceramic body and then I carve an image into the piece revealing the underlying layer of natural colored clay. These artistic, functional,” Schulz said.

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For more information, contact: schulzpottery@gmail.com or visit www.instagram.com/ schulzpottery and www.facebook.com/schulzpottery

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Lathemtown Pottery George Lathem is participating in Riverfest for the sixth year. His handmade pottery, shown to the left and below, is made to be used for cooking, and most pieces can be displayed on a stand when not in use.

Byrd Mountain Pottery Left, longtime Riverfest participants Mike Sherrer and Triny Cline of Byrd Mountain Pottery. Above, examples of their work.

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Lathemtown Pottery

This year will be the sixth that George Lathem of the Lathemtown community has participated in Riverfest. “We enjoy being a small part of a festival that raises money for the kids of Cherokee County. We love the beautiful location, the professional way in which the show is run, and the fact that it is so well attended,” Lathem said of his continued participation. “We appreciate the way each Service League member works so hard to meet the needs of vendors and visitors.” Lathem creates pieces to be both decorative and functional. “I like for each piece I make to have more than one use. My hand-made pottery is made to be used for cooking, and most pieces can be displayed on a stand when not in use. I use a

variety of glaze colors that you can mix and match,” Lathem said. Handmade pottery adds beauty to a table when serving family or guests, he said. He also likes to create one-of-a-kind pieces. “Before starting a piece, I consider the purpose of the piece, and the size and shape the piece needs to be. I can then determine what type of clay I need to use. Often, I ‘visualize’ a piece, and can sit down and create it,” he said. Lathem has several signature pieces that collectors recognize. “One of the most unusual pieces of pottery I make is a ring jug. It is a wheel thrown piece in the shape of a closed, hollow ring. The early purpose of a ring jug was to hold water, and was often placed in a creek or river to keep the water inside cool,” he said. Among his favorite pieces to throw are large pedestal bowls, fluted bowls, and pitchers with matching tumblers. New pieces this year include bird houses, candle holders, and large chip and dip sets. Lathem has also added some new colors to the fall collection. Lathemtown Pottery can be found on Facebook for more information.

“My hand-made pottery is made to be used for cooking, and most pieces can be displayed on a stand when not in use.”

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Byrd Mountain Pottery

Native Georgians Triny Cline and her husband, Mike Sherrer, are well-known artists who live outside Canton, where they built Byrd Mountain Foundry and have been making functional pottery there for the last 17 years. Cline and Sherrer have been a part of Riverfest since the late 1990s, and have nothing but praise for the show. “It is a well-run show with quality artwork and friendly helpful people. It is always nice to have a good show that is also local. Byrd Mountain Pottery was named after the nearby pre-Civil War plantation, their “mountain” was named for. Cline and Sherrer live and work with, and despite, two cats and two dogs, on land that has been in Triny’s family since before the Civil War. Cline grew up surrounded by her parent’s pottery collection. Her father was a friend of folk potter, D. X. Gordy and in the 1950s they worked together to build D. X. a wood kiln. Her mother was raised in New Mexico and she collected native Navajo and Zuni ceramics. Their love of pottery inspired Triny to become the artist she is today. “We take the raw clay and make each piece of functional pottery by throwing the clay on a wheel or using a slab roller with our own molds. Then we use six to seven— different glazes — our recipes, in combination to make our unique landscape patterns. Collectors are particularly drawn to the couple’s work because they have distinct patterns that do not change so someone can

collect or replace pieces over time, they said. “Our pieces hold up well with use so they are not just decorative but are functional. We are even included in bridal registries as dinnerware of choice,” Cline said. Triny’s favorites are the small pots that go on the table or hang on a nail and Mike’s favorite pots are the very large coffee cups that can hold up to 30 ounces, they said. “People stopping by our booth should try our mugs because the handles are very comfortable and the mugs themselves aren’t clunky,” Sherrer said. Cline said they always have something new for collectors and this year’s is an exciting shape. “Every year we try to make something new. Since we don’t change our glaze patterns, we make a new shape for our long-time collectors and people who are just starting a collection. This year it is our large triangle platters and we are really excited about this new distinctive shape,” Cline said. Appropriate for daily use, their stoneware pottery is wheel thrown or slab-built with hand pulled and extruded additions. The glazes are non-toxic, lead free and dishwasher safe. Cline formulates her own glazes and by using multiple and overlapping glaze applications of blue, brown and green. The glaze patterns suggest a natural landscape. The pieces are then fired in an electric kiln. For information visit www.byrdmtnpottery.com.

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Gabrielle Candiotti, 3, painted a princess castle on her first visit to Paper.Scissors.Cake.

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Art comes in all

shapes and sizes and so do art studios

where Cherokee County budding artists can create their very own masterpieces.

Both Paper.Scissors.Cake in Woodstock and the Art Barn at Morning Glory Farm in Canton bring art to life for children throughout the year. Paper.Scissors.Cake owner Adria Smith opened her modern, yet cozy, art studio in August 2013 to offer a comfortable place to inspire children of all ages, even adults. “I have a love of art, but do not really want to be confined to a school system telling me what I can and cannot do. If I wake up in the morning and decide I want to make fairy houses with kids, I can do that here,” Smith said. “No. 1 for me is this: noncompetitive environment. When kids come here, I want them to feel relaxed, no pressure, and I want to bring out whatever creativity is inside of them, whatever they want to try.” Before walking through the doors of Paper.Scissors.Cake, a registered Little Free Library can be found for families to bring a book, take a book. Once inside, children will be dazzled by the flood of color the studio holds with paper links hanging from the ceiling, a variety of artwork hanging on every wall and endless supplies to choose from at the Art Bar when pro-

ducing their own work of art. “The atmosphere is to enhance the creativity of children. I was apprehensive of even putting chairs in here that adults could sit at … I want them to interact. We have started housing more pieces for adults to paint so they can sit in with their child,” Smith said, adding that there are books by the seats for inspiration and for parents to read to their children as artwork dries. “Everything is out for the kids to touch…the child can go over there and pick what they want to use. It is not just a craft kit that we bring to the table, they have free reign of all the materials. Everything is reachable, obtainable and we offer a lot of different sizes of brushes and types of paints.” There is something for every age at Paper.Scissors.Cake including washable, nontoxic paint for children as young as 18 months and chalk paints for adults. Visitors can select unique wooden pieces cut specifically for Paper.Scissors.Cake, canvases, clay and ceramics to decorate with beads, jewels, glitter and buttons

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from the Art Bar. “Our wooden pieces are extremely popular because the kids can paint and decorate them. They like these pieces because they are like home decor; parents can take it home and hang it up in bedrooms,” Smith said. “People often tell us that the artwork done here is frame-worthy.” Before opening this business, Smith was a district manager for The Gap and worked in retail until she was “burnt out.” She then became a traveling art teacher who taught in several after school programs and ran The Little Picasso’s Club. She also worked as an art therapist with students in Department of Family and Children Services care in Cherokee County. She attended art school in Madison, Wisconsin. “I want this to mimic a home environment so that the children can feel free to express themselves. That is important. They need to come and feel like they can safely express themselves the way they want to. That can show through our artwork, we are all different,” Smith said. “I want them to know we are inviting and welcoming. We are open to suggestions on projects that the kids may want to do and encourage ideas that they may want to do. We are very encouraging and love this community we are in and love all the support we have gotten.” Paper.Scissors.Cake also finds community outreach important and has worked with MUST Ministries, Cherokee County Animal Shelter, local schools and Autumn Leaves. The facility offers an open studio, art classes, hosts birthday parties, ladies nights monthly, summer camps and provides a shopping experience for art supplies, as the business is a retailer of Melissa & Doug arts and crafts supplies and Seedling products. Smith described her studio as a place for everyone to “learn, craft, shop and party.” More information about Paper.Scissors.Cake, which is at 6687 Bells Ferry Road in Woodstock, can be found by visiting its website at paperscissorscake.com. Contact the studio at (404) 867-1630 or paperscissorscake@ windstream.net.

Cooper Donovan, 5, shows off his artwork of his favorite football team.

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n the Hickory Flat Community, Art Barn at Morning Glory Farm owner Susan Shaw can be found with a chicken in one hand and paintbrush in the other while talking to children about farm animals, agriculture, history and of course, art. Known as Farmer Sue, since 1999 she has brought art to life on the farm as a way to get children unplugged, unwired and unhooked. “Out here it is great because some of them come in, depending on their age group, with their iPhone and those stay with the lunch boxes until the 10-minute picture time and they go back away. Unplugging and actually getting dirty is a good thing,” Shaw said. “We are an educational family farm so the kids get back to nature.” Walking onto the farm, children will find a library full of books on animals, art and agriculture, in the area where they can put their belongings for the day. Past that, they can walk to the back of the farm where they will be greeted by animals of all shapes and sizes. “There is a story that goes with every animal. Every animals here has a job on the farm and is an ambassador for teaching,” Shaw said. “We do not breed and sell these animals, they love their little jobs here.” There are chickens including heritage breeds of Japanese Silkies and Bardock Coach “pajama chickens,” ducks, geese, bunnies, sheep, goats, donkeys, a miniature horse, ponies, horses, dog, cat, doves, lambs and pigs including Pickles who can turn around, bow and blows bubbles. “There is an art element, animal element and nature element that all go together to get them outside,” Shaw said. The Art Barn offers private parties, birthdays, farm to table field trips, summer camps, after school classes, playdates, educational workshops and seasonal farm fresh goods. “It is the best trip because there are five stations they can rotate through,” Shaw said of the rotation through the honey bee demonstration, hayride, garden, the barnyard to meet animals and then to the art tables to make a farm inspired masterpiece. “At every station we kind of quiz them about something they learned at the previous station, which is really fun. They are filled with facts when they leave. Everything is very interactive and hands-on and very funny. They get into it because they understand the process so well. Little things help them remember. We try to tie every fact back to an

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art, gardening or history fact,” she said. Children learn a great deal from the farm including the cycle of the honey bee from the certified bee keeper, about compost and recycling on the hayride, about growing a blackberry patch and garden from the certified master gardener, what animals jobs are on the farm and the life cycle of chickens. “This is my 16th year doing this. In the last five to eight years, the hands are coming up which is really exciting because 10 years ago when you asked the questions of who has a garden at school or home, the hands were not up so much. Now it’s a good 50 percent of hands are up,” Shaw said. In the barn, children are given the opportunity to gather art supplies and make a unique piece of art to take home. There are often scavenger hunts around the farm for horse hair, bark, twigs and wood chips for their painting, sculpture, drawing or mixed media masterpiece. “We really encourage the parents to paint along with the children. Everybody is born an artist. They start with the same shapes, but everybody’s is completely different,” Shaw said. “Art is yours and if you see with your eyes and your heart that is the way you get to do it. Art is the one subject you don’t have to do a certain way. It is the only place you really have freedom to explore with no criticism. You can never mess up a piece of art.” At the Art Barn there is a saying, “straight line, circle line, wavy line, dot; I can do anything with the shapes I’ve got,” Shaw said. “Art helps children put the whole world together.” The farm also offers girl’s nights out, therapeutic social skills groups and Orton Gillingham tutoring and school workshops. They will also begin classes for older children including classes on pollination and building a backyard habitat, as well as partnering with Wilbur and Rudy’s Farm for Saturday workshops beginning in September. For more information on The Art Barn at Morning Glory Farm, 208 Roper Road in Canton, visit www.theartbarn.com. Contact Farmer Sue at (678) 3190268 or talktofarmersue@theartbarn.com.

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ighlights A closer look at events happening in Cherokee during September & October Good Morning Cherokee>>The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly breakfast meeting on the first Thursday of each month. The Sept. 1 breakfast is sponsored by Reinhardt University and the Oct. 6 breakfast is sponsored by Cobb EMC. The meeting offers current and future members the opportunity to network with more than 200 local business leaders. When and where: The breakfasts are held at 7 a.m. in the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center, located in the Cherokee County Administration Building at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton. Advanced registration cost is $15, on-site is $20, and future members pay $25. To register Regular classes at The Arts Center include:

Oil and Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Paint-Group, Drawing, Digital Photography, Teen Drawing, Weaving and Lunchtime Yoga.

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Holiday Show and Sale November – December with First Friday Reception December 2nd

Batik Scarf Workshop Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, November 2, 4 & 5.

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Enjoy viewing works by Georgia artists, and purchase artwork for your home and office.

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call (770) 345- 0400. Brown Bag Concert Series>>Every Thursday in September, the city of Woodstock will sponsor free lunchtime concerts in the park featuring different bands and music. Deemed a great mother’s morning out event, the city asks that you bring a chair, pick up lunch at a downtown restaurant, and enjoy. Each concert is from 12 to 1 p.m. in The Park at City Center, located at 101 East Main Street in Woodstock. For more information call (770) 517-6788. Falany performances>>The Falany Performing Arts Center at Reinhardt University has many events for its season through late December, including the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Oct. 7. See FPAC.Reinhardt.edu for information and reservations. 9/11 Day of Remembrance>>The city of Woodstock and the Woodstock Jaycees will hold a service to honor and remember those lost in the 9/11 attacks. This year marks in the 15th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. The event will honor those in uniform, including police, fire, and rescue services. The Jaycees will be handing out at limited supply of 9/11 Remembrance lapel pins. The event is Sunday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. in the Park at City Center located at 101 East Main Street in Woodstock. For more information call the Woodstock Jaycees at (770) 926-8336. A-Day>>A-Day Awareness Week is Sept. 12-17 with events benefiting Cherokee County students attending Reinhardt University. “We Support Reinhardt Ribbons” are on sale for $35 each or two for $25. The ribbons are to show support for Reinhardt. The week culminates with the 5K for ADay in Cannon Park in Canton on Sept. 17. See 5KADay.Reinhardt.edu to register or contact Dale Morrissey at DSM1@Reinhardt.edu or (770) 7205506.

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32nd Annual Riverfest >>Join in the fun as the Service League of Cherokee County celebrates 32 years of Riverfest with more than 200 arts and crafts vendors, concessionaires, family entertainers, and a children’s area. The family-oriented festival features unique handmade work from artists all over the region. The event is Saturday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place at Boling Park- 1200 Marietta Highway in Canton. For information contact the Cherokee County Service League at (770) 704-5991. Monet Water Lily Festival>>The Gibbs Gardens Monet Water Lily Festival is family friendly and French inspired. It will showcase the hundreds of water lilies that the grounds have to offer. French cuisine will be provided, as well as family fun and music. There will also be a French Market and Art Gallery where artists will sell their original works including pottery, wood works, oil painting, and photography. Tickets cost $10 for adults and seniors and $5 for children. The festival is Sept. 24 and 25 and Oct 1 and 2 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Located at Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground. Contact (770) 893-1881for information. The Glass Menagerie>>Elm Street Cultural Arts Center is presenting, “The Glass Menagerie,” Tennessee Williams’ theatrical classic. The play tells the memories of a Marine reminiscing on the Depression years that he spent with his overbearing mother and physically disabled sister. Tickets cost $13.50 online and $18 at the door. When and where: Sept. 30 through Oct. 9 at the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village located at 8534 Main Street in Woodstock. Contact: Elm Street Offices (678) 494-4251 13th Annual Autumn Fest>>The city of Holly Springs will host the 13th Annual Autumn Fest, which features local arts and crafts, festival foods, and a children’s area that has pumpkin painting, contests, and inflatables. When and where: Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in Barrett Park, located at 120 Park Lane in Holly Springs. Admission and parking are free. For more information call (770) 345-5536

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Do you have an event? Just email Therra C. Gwyn at WhatsHappeningGa@gmail.com Fall Festival at Gibbs Gardens>>The Fall Festival at Gibb’s Garden features a theme of “Sense of Wonder” and is accompanied by music from the Michael Allen Radio Show band. “Fall is one of our best seasons for people to visit because the colors in the garden are so beautiful,” said Marketing Manager Erica Glassenger. Food will be featured from Williamson Brothers B-B-Q. Sunday entry includes food, wine and beer as well as music selections from violin, flute and harp players. Admission is $10 for adults and seniors and $5 for children. When and where: Oct. 8, 9 and Oct. 15, 16 from 12 to 5 p.m. at Gibbs Gardens, located at 1987 Gibbs Drive in Ball Ground. For more information call (770) 893-1881. Grimm>>Elm Street theater refers to the 2016 production of “Grimm” as “a fresh and interactive take on the Brothers Grimm,” which originally tells the tale of two con artists who are cursed by courage. The performance will be presented on the Event Green and tickets will cost $12 online and $15 at the door. When and where: Oct. 20, 21 at the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, located at 8534 Main Street in Wood-

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stock. Contact: Elm Street Offices (678) 494-4251 Reinhardt Homecoming>>Reinhardt University Homecoming – with the theme ‘Legends of Reinhardt’ – will be held Oct. 24-30 with festivities throughout the week including “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” performed at the Falany Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Oct. 30. The Homecoming football game is Oct. 29 at 1:30 p.m. vs. Georgetown College. This fall includes many special events and happenings: see www.reinhardt.edu/calendar for a complete listing. KidsFest>>The city of Woodstock will be hosting Halloween trick-or-treat activities for young children at its KidsFest, which will include moonwalks, games, face painting, a costume contest, music, a magician and a juggler. When and where: Halloween-Monday, Oct. 31 from 3 until 7 p.m. with the costume contest starting at 6 p.m. in front of the gazebo. Prizes will be awarded to winners of the contest. The event takes place 101 East Main Street in Woodstock. For information call (770) 517-6788 or visit the city’s website at woodstockga.gov.

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WOMEN HELPING WOMEN. Canton-Cherokee Business and Professional Women held a networking meeting in July at Mancini’s Italian Restaurant in downtown Canton. BPW is an organization of “women helping women.” 1. Susan White and Glenda Hinton. 2. Dyan Ransom and Kay Stabrowski. // PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATHRYN INGALL //

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6 ACTIVE SHOOTER SEMINAR. The Cherokee County Republican Women hosted their monthly meeting with Cherokee County Sheriff-elect Frank Reynolds providing an active shooter seminar. The organization, which includes both men and women, meets at Downtown Kitchen in Canton. 1.

From left, Jennifer and Bob Kovacs with daughters Madie, 15, and Sammie, 13. 2. John Konop and Kyla Cromer, Cherokee County School Board Chair. 3. Cherokee County Republican Women President Pat Wallace and CCRW Secretary Becky Stodola. 4. From left, Patty Baker, Vann Hernandez and Stephanie Mazzolta. 5. Cherokee County sheriff-elect Frank Reynolds and Dr. Jennifer Reynolds. 6. From left, Kenny Phelps, John Marinko and John Wallace. // PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATHRYN INGALL //

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REFLECTIONS

My Brother’s Keeper By Carla Barnes

ver the years I have grown to accept that my personality has been hardwired to be comfortable with very few quiet moments. You see any hint at an uncomfortable pause in a conversation triggers an internal alarm that taps the reservoir of subjects that supply my gift of gab. This ancestral trait was passed down on both sides of my family who find their roots in South Florida. On my mother’s side, my great-grandfather, Leon Jenkins, is remembered as wearing seersucker and stopping to tap the ashes from his cigar into a rare, Chinese vase engraved with ancient warriors on the stair landing each and every morning as he headed to work. His work on yacht interiors brought him into contact with everyone from princesses to skilled laborers. His navigation between both worlds would serve him well as he sought to rebuild his life and the fortune of his family after he lost everything in the crash of the financial markets in the 1920s. On my father’s side, my great-great-grandfather, A.B. Lowe, wrote inspirational poetry for the Miami Post and served as an elected official in local government. This man was a writer through and through sharing so much encouragement with others I feel sometimes as if he passed his very own heart to me. But he, like so many of us have struggles that we suffer privately and are often of our own design. His would be the distance he would put between himself and his son, my great-grandfather, who married a woman 13 years his senior. I stand today the result of their legacies – the keeper of their collective wisdom passed to me like great treasure. During my years as a reporter at the Cherokee Tribune I was blessed with the position to record the personal histories of others – people from all backgrounds, races and beliefs. Our unspoken, mutual understanding in each interview was one of openness to hear the story without judgment and an appreciation that we all view life through a different set of lenses based on our personal experiences. The reality is that many of the stories we share and pass down to others illustrate an important lesson – the results of making a bad decision, a moment

of weakness, or my favorite – one that shows victory over adversity. For all the noise recently on my news feed I have felt a strange sense of silence in myself and from others who I know would like to share their thoughts about what we are going through as a nation, but have felt uncomfortable to do so in order to preserve friendships. I’ve thought at length about some of the labels that have been thrown about by others and I have explored who I am amongst all the labels and I have come up with three I am willing to own. I am a patriot, a Southerner and a Christian. Of the countless tragedies that we have witnessed in the recent past the one I go back to is the shooting at a Bible study more than a year ago at the Emmanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C. This for me was the first of many reminders of the true cost of freedom. Even now I imagine the group meeting to catch up, read God’s word, and pray. They invite a stranger to join their group despite the lingering thoughts that might have popped into their minds, raising a red flag of caution. Instead they pushed their minds to focus on the task at hand fulfilling the Lord’s great commission to make disciples of all people. I have seen firsthand the exhaustion of my family and friends following what feels like a never-ending series of unfortunate events here and across the globe. I feel broken-hearted for all of us, but on the flip side of this emotion has been the strengthening of my resolve to defend myself, my countrymen and women and our freedoms against those who seek to threaten our precious way of life. Our security as a community and nation falls on all of us. As Americans we must commit ourselves to defending each other’s rights during this critical time in history. Famed professional boxer Muhammad Ali said it best. “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” What an incredible legacy this could be if we all wrote this into our collective story. I believe it all begins with agreeing that we are indeed each other’s keepers and being willing to pay the price for it.

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WHAT’S INSIDE

Cherokee Life

September/October 2016 Volume 11, Issue 5

EXECUTIVE PUBLISHER Lee B. Garrett

V.P. ADVERTISING Wade Stephens

EDITORIAL STAFF

DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES

in every issue

26 8 SPICE Food, patriotism and fellowship abound at Semper Fi 12 HAPPY HUNTING Three places to go antiquing in Cherokee 20 MAD LIFE Inside one of Cherokee’s hottest new entertainment venues

NEWS AND NOTEWORTHY

FROM THE DIRECTOR

HIGHLIGHTS

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26 RIVERFEST A preview of this year’s festival and profiles of local potters who will be exhibiting 36 ART OPPORTUNITIES FOR KIDS

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Cover photograph by Erin Gray Cantrell: Adria Smith in her art studio, Paper.Scissors.Cake

Mark Wallace Maguire

ASST. DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES LaTria Garnigan

EDITOR Rebecca Johnston

CONTRIBUTORS Sampson Jenkins, Kimeko McCoy, Kayla Elder, Carla Barnes

PHOTOGRAPHERS Kathryn Ingall, Erin Gray Cantrell

LAYOUT AND DESIGN LaTria Garnigan, Mark Wallace Maguire

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Paula Milton, Becky Opitz, Ginny Hrushka, Tracy Avis, Jill Abbott

GRAPHICS COORDINATOR Beth Poirier

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FALL fun

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Rick Malsnee works on the pottery wheel in their home studio.

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Above left and right, Malsnee Pottery offers a variety of patterns for its sculptures. Center, Rick and Sue Malsnee.

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Right, Greg and Susan Schulz.

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Cooper Donovan, 5, shows off his artwork of his favorite football team.

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Oil and Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Paint-Group, Drawing, Digital Photography, Teen Drawing, Weaving and Lunchtime Yoga.

Upcoming Workshops with Instructor Elly Hobgood:

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