MOMents Magazine October 2016 by Statesboro Herald

October 2016

ALSO INSIDE Go Girl: Serena Nelson Frightfully Delicious Fudgy Chocolate Graveyard Cake Design Tips with Summer Halloween Happenings around the Boro

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While sweater weather hasn't yet blown into South Georgia this year — and at this rate, I'm wondering if it ever will — autumn technically has. This month is packed full of some of my favorite things about the season, with the annual Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair, Halloween festivities, pumpkin-carving, hayrides and college football. For Cymone George, our October cover model, it's also the start of one of the busiest times of the year. As the director of football operations at Georgia Southern University, Cymone, at just 25 years old, is the matriarch of a family of 123 Eagle football players. She's also one of only seven female DFOs among all Football Bowl Subdivision schools. To read more about how she's making her daddy — and the entire Eagle Nation — proud, turn to page 12. October is also National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Linsay and her husband, Matthew which is meant to bring to light a disease with which our Go Girl, Serena Nelson, was diagnosed in September 2008. With a history of breast cancer in her family, the mother of four has always been proactive about maintaining her health through annual checkups — and that vigilance likely saved her life, as it was a routine mammogram that first discovered a cause for concern. Turn to page 5 to read more of Serena's story of courage and faith in the face of the disease. (You can find information about the risk factors of breast cancer and step-by-step instructions on how to perform a monthly self-examination on page 26.) Also this month, we've included plenty of stories and activities to get you into the Halloween spirit, including Azure Rountree's adorable and delicious Fudgy Chocolate Graveyard Cake recipe (page 6) and everything you need to know about this year's Scare on the Square (page 14), the Averitt Center's spooky offerings (page 15) and the Bulloch County Historical Society's annual "Tales from the Tomb" (page 18). Other October favorites include Dancing with the Statesboro Stars to benefit Safe Haven here in our community (page 19) and the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's at Georgia Southern University's RAC Pavilion (page 23). Wishing you a frightfully fabulous month! ADVERTISING DIRECTOR

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Go Girl.................................................. 5 Chocolate Graveyard Cake................... 6 Ty's Couselor Corner............................ 7 Design Tips with Summer...................... 7 Quality Child Care................................. 8 Bulloch County Births............................ 9 The Art of Lawncare............................ 10 Bulloch County Schools...................... 11 Feature...........................................12–13 Scare on the Square........................... 14 Averitt Center...................................... 15 Calendar.........................................16–17 Tales from the Tomb............................ 18 Dancing with the Stars........................ 19 Parks and Recreation.......................... 22 Walk to End Alzheimer's...................... 23 Halloween Superstitions...................... 24 Breast Cancer Risk Factors................. 26 Get a Restful Night's Sleep................. 28 Farmers Market Recipe....................... 28 Games................................................ 29 Kids Activity Page............................... 30 Coupons............................................. 31

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Special thanks to our cover model, Cymone George.

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GOgirl! M

of the month: Serena Nelson

Ashlee Hooks Corbin

"She had the Scripture verse Philippians 4:11, 'For I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances,' underlined in her Bible and the date of July 1979 written in the margin," Serena said. "She helped set a standard for me to emulate in the event cancer knocked upon my door." Approximately 29 years later, in September 2008, the disease came knocking. During Serena's annual checkup, her palpable exam appeared to be fine, so the doctor's office scheduled her appointment for the following year's annual visit. Later that day, she had a routine mammogram and opted to leave the office prior to the reading of the film. Within days, she received a phone call saying that she needed to return to the office for a stereotactic needle biopsy. Her lab results indicated that she had ductal carcinoma in situ, the most common type of non-invasive breast cancer. According to Breast cancer.org, DCIS starts inside the milk ducts and does not spead into any normal surrounding breast tissue. While the type of cancer itself is not life-threatening, it can increase the risk of developing an invasive form of breast cancer later on. Serena immediately met with Dr. Susan Mahany at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer and Research Pavilion at St. Joseph's/Candler in Savannah. Because of her family history, Dr. Mahany, Serena and a panel of medical professionals decided that she would first undergo a mastectomy in October 2008, with reconstruction surgery to follow in March 2009. Because the cancer was noninvasive and found early, her treatment plan did not include any radiation or chemotherapy. Instead, her oncologist prescribed Raloxifene, which she takes daily. Raloxifene is an estrogen modulator that helps to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer again. She will continue to take the pill until 2018.

When Serena awoke from anesthesia after the first surgery, she said her family and Dr. Mahany were standing at her bedside. "I saw big, bright smiles and heard encouraging words from each and every one there," she said. "Love filled that room at that hour on that day ... and it continues." Serena credits her husband for providing "hour-to-hour and day-byday constant support." Of course, her children and grandchildren were also a great blessing. "There were many expressions of care and concern from so many," she said. "I will be forever grateful to them." At the time of her diagnosis, Serena was serving as the director of Childcare Ministry for Pittman Park Education Center at Pittman Park United Methodist Church in Statesboro. Not yet ready to "go public" with her diagnosis, she informed the staff and parents that she needed their prayers and would be absent for a brief period. She said they all served as a support system for her, and within four weeks, she returned to work and shortly thereafter resumed her fulltime position. In 2013, the fifth year following her

surgery, she was able to begin seeing her breast surgeon, plastic surgeon and oncologist annually rather than multiple times per year. Serena said her family continues to be a great source of support. During the weekend of the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Savannah â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a 5K run/fitness walk to raise funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the men of her family care for the kids and each other, while the women and Serena take part in the event. Leading up to the day of her first surgery, a friend reminded her of a verse of Scripture, "For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in every way," from Psalm 91:11. "It was the last thought I had just prior to receiving anesthesia ... and has remained my first daily morning verse ever since," she said. "My story is one of thankfulness to family, friends and medical professionals, but to God I give all the glory for his healing power. "Every woman must be proactive, read information available, know your own body and do not fail to have a mammogram, because a mammogram saved my life," she said.

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any breast cancer survivors tell a story of appreciation for their survival and the support they receive from family and friends. Serena Nelson's story is no different. Serena is originally from Sharon, Georgia. She and her husband, Ronnie, along with their three sons, Ron, Davidson and Chase, moved here in 1981 due to Ronnie's job relocation. At the time of the move, Serena was pregnant. Six months later, the couple's daughter, Louise, was born. Ronnie and Serena both came from one-child families, and their parents are no longer living, so Serena takes great pride in now having a rather large family, which includes three daughters-in-law, one son-in-law, five granddaughters, two grandsons and five granddogs. Oldest son Ron is married to Audra and has three children, Anna, Grace and Will. Middle son Davidson is married to Caroline, and they have one daughter, Catherine Scout. Youngest son Chase is married to Woodley, and they also have three children, Crawford, Everett and Mary Livingston. Daughter Louise is married to Patrick Connell, and they have two furbabies, Buster and Baxter. Ron and Davidson both still live in Statesboro, while Louise and Chase now live in Savannah. Due to a family history of breast cancer, Serena is very proactive when it comes to her health. It is this trait that in part saved her life. After the thickening of her breast tissue, Serena's mother, Louise Brown, underwent a radical mastectomy in July 1979, which was then followed by chemotherapy and radiation. Upon Louise's diagnosis. Serena said that her mother never complained or asked, "Why me?" At the time of her death, Louise was 67. This year, Serena will blow out the same number of candles.

Frightfully Delicious Fudgy Chocolate Graveyard Cake

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ctober is filled with spooky fun as people get ready to enjoy all of the festivities of Halloween. What better way to celebrate than with the Fudgy Chocolate Graveyard Cake? With a layer of super moist dark chocolate cake topped with a decadent chocolate buttercream frosting, it is sure to be the perfect treat for your goblins and ghosts. Fudgy Chocolate Graveyard Cake Cake 15-ounce box Duncan Hines Classic Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix 5-ounce package Jell-O Chocolate Instant Pudding & Pie Filling 1 cup sour cream ½ cup vegetable oil ½ cup warm water 4 large eggs Frosting 5 cups powdered sugar 2/3 cup cocoa powder 1 ½ sticks (¾ cup) unsalted butter,

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room temperature 1/3 cup milk 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract Pepperidge Farm Milano cookies Candy corn and candy pumpkins Pretzel sticks Marshmallow ghost Peeps Halloween sprinkles Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-by-13-inch pan and line with wax paper. In a large mixing bowl and with an electric mixer, beat together cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, sour

October Isn’t just for Kids!

Mom’s take a minute away from planning those Halloween costumes and make plans for a date night or a girls night out at one of our many Fall EVENTS! ...plus, don’t forget to sign your kids up for the Fall Break Art Camp the week of October 17-21! When school is out ART is IN!

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cream, vegetable oil, warm water and eggs. Pour batter into the pan and bake on the third (middle) rack for around 35 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from oven and let cool completely, then turn over onto a large cake plate or board and remove the wax paper. For the frosting, combine powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then sift into a mixing bowl. In a large mixing bowl and with an electric mixer, beat butter with the powdered sugar and cocoa mixture, alternating with the milk. Beat in the vanilla extract. Frost the cake with most of the frosting, reserving a small amount to place in a quart-size freezer bag. Cut a very tiny slit in the corner of the bag and pipe words like "RIP" and "Boo" onto the Milano cookies, then set aside to let the frosting dry.

Using candy corn, make a pathway on top of the cake. Line pretzel sticks on both sides of the pathway, going around the sides of the cake to make a fence. Cut small slits on top of the cake and nestle in the Milano cookies to make the graves. Place the ghost Peeps on top of the cake and decorate with the remaining Halloween candy and sprinkles. Azure Rountree, a wife and mother of four beautiful kids, has a love of cooking and sharing recipes. She enjoys writing for cookbooks and working as an advocate for autism. Her newest cookbook, "Kid Friendly Recipes from the Kitchen of Azure Rountree," is available for purchase locally at the Averitt Center for the Arts' Rosengart Gallery. A portion of the proceeds from every book sold will go to benefit children with special needs.

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Let's Talk Forgiveness

Ty Johnson Ty's Counselor Corner

you hold resentment toward another or even resent yourself for something you have done, you become emotionally and mentally bound to that person or condition, meaning that wherever you go, that offense follows. Sincere forgiveness isn't predicated upon an apology from the offender; true forgiveness says, "Even if I don't get an apology, I'll still live in joy and freedom." Forgiveness also doesn't mean that you repeatedly make yourself a target or do things that will hurt you; it means that you must decide to accept the lesson learned but work through the pain it may have caused. Unforgiveness hinders us from effectively using our personal gifts because it blinds us with the fear of being hurt or disappointed again. Embrace the freedom of forgiveness. It may sound difficult, but it begins with one simple thing: a choice. Sometimes that choice has to be made one day at a time, and other times, we may need help with the process. Nevertheless, I strongly suggest you give it a try. You have nothing to lose by forgiving, but holding on to the hurt can cause you to lose everything. Live, love and let go!

ftfter ter a hot and humid South Georgia summer summer,, I can finally feel a touch of fall in the air.There is a kind of exciitement that only the autumn season brings. Football games, bonfires, festivals and fall decorating fill our calendars, and redd bumper stickers and yard signs dot Bulloch County, reminding us that the Statesboro Service League Attttic Sale is approaching — a sure sign fall has arrrived. Although our schedules are hectic, we should make timee to think ahead. In a few short months, the holidays will be here, and our hoomes will be filled with food, family and friends. Now is the time to begin thinnking of the home touch-ups and furniture purchases you need to make to be sure your home is holiday ready. Recently, I had the pleasure of working with several clients who were on a mission to replace their sofas before the busy holidays arrive. The recurring question I have been asked is, “Should we choose a fabric or leather sofa?” While there is no right or wrong answer, the following are four points to consider. Comfort. Of course we all want to be comfortable. In most cases, the sofa is the main component in our gathering room. Fabric and leather sofas offffer a wide range of comfort to suit everyone’s desires. From plush to firm seating and loose back pillows to a firm back, both leather and fabric can accommodate your needs. Durability. Fabric sofas can be upholstered with highend durable fabrics that will withstand years of use. Real leather, however, is the most durable and tends to age and wear well. Easy cleaning is also a plus. Color. If your room calls for furniture with colorf rful f or boldd patttterns, t fabric is certainly the best option for you.While leather sofas can be set aparrt with stylish pillows, a fabric sofa offffers more color options. Style and size. Components of the room must also play a role in deciding the best style sofa for your space. Room dimensions, ceiling heeight, lighting, paint and flooring should all be considered when purchasing any furniture, especially a sofa. Keeping these tips in mind while being well informed about the product you are considering purchasing will take the hassle out of the decision-making and have your room looking perf rfect and your family sitttting comfortable, just in time for the holidays. Remember, the right decorating decision is the one you love!

"Forgiveness is me giving up my right to hurt you for hurting me." —Anonymous Ty Johnson, counselor and retention coordinator for Ogeechee Technical College, is co-founder of Refocus Counseling and Consulting Services LLC, a program that teaches people how to focus on the positive. Email her at refocus123@ gmail.com.

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et's talk about the "F" word: forgiveness. It's a word that's easy to say but at times can be hard to do. The definition of the word means to give up resentment against or stop wanting to punish someone for an offense or fault; to pardon. Holding on to resentment may place you in a constant state of wanting to seek revenge for the offense, and repeatedly rehearsing those thoughts can place your mind in a hypervigilant place, which can cause you to be defensive and easily offended, even by people and situations that are not directly related. Constantly dwelling on the hurt can lead to a pessimistic thought pattern, negative speech and a sour mood. Our moods often create energy in our environments, and our bad moods and can cause those around us to feel as though they must walk on egg shells or to avoid or limit interactions with us altogether. Forgiveness liberates you and leads to greater connections, while unforgiveness builds emotional walls that not only keep out the bad but also the good. Forgiving someone doesn't mean you're sending the message that what that person did was OK; it simply means that you've learned to let go of the anger or guilt. It means you're taking ownership of your own happiness rather than giving that power to the person that has hurt you. Several research studies have found that when a grudge is harbored and we repeatedly relive hurtful events in our thoughts, our bodies go through the same pressures that occur during other major stressful events, with symptoms such as headaches, muscle tension, moodiness, overeating, high blood pressure and increased levels of anxiety, just to name a few. Studies also have found that when people experience forgiveness, there are obvious positive results that not only occur outside of us but within us as well, such as in the cardiovascular and nervous systems by lowering our levels of anxiety. When

Searching for Quality Child Care: Questions to Ask

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inding the right child care center can be a daunting task. While child care centers attempt to accomplish similar things, it's important to remember that not all are alike. Different centers have varying curricula, staff requirements and styles of management. It's up to you to determine if the centers on your list meet your expectations and the needs of your child. To help narrow down your options, there are a few questions you should ask when touring prospective centers. Make a list of questions you would like answered at each center or program that you visit, and write down the answers so you can refer to them after you've completed your tours. This will help guide you in selecting the center you feel will provide the best care and education for your child. The following are some potential topics and questions to consider: • Is the center or program licensed by the state of Georgia? The licensing agency for Georgia is Bright From the Start, or BFTS. You will want a program that is licensed by the state to care for your child because BFTS ensures that your child is in a safe, healthy and nurturing environment. It also makes sure the program offers quality learning experiences that support healthy growth and development in early learners. Be careful of exempt programs, which are not licensed by BFTS and do not follow all the rules and regulations of the state. To find more information on child care centers in Georgia or exempt programs, go to www.decal.ga.gov. • Is the center or state or nationally accredited? Georgia's Quality Rated accreditation system is used to determine, improve and communicate the quality of programs that provide child care in the state. Similar to rating systems for restaurants and hotels, Quality Rated assigns one, two or three stars to early education and school-age care programs that meet or exceed the minimum state requirements. By participating in the voluntary system, programs make a commitment to work continuously to improve the quality of care they provide to

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children and families. More information can be found at www.QualityRated. org. There are several national accreditation programs for child care, but the National Association for the Education of Young Children, or NAEYC, is the gold standard for the early child care industry. Programs that have this accreditation have proven that they meet the highest standards at the national level. Find more information at www. naeyc.org. • What are the safety and security policies? What has the center or program done to make sure that your child is safe? What policies and security measures are in place? Are fire and tornado drills conducted? Who is allowed through the front door? Have all staff members passed their criminal background fingerprint checks? • What credentials are required of staff members? Remember that it's the staff members who will be instructing your children. Is the teacher's focus on babysitting or more on creat-

ing learning opportunities? Do staff members have post-secondary education in early care and learning? Georgia requires child care program staff members to complete 10 additional professional development hours. Are the program's staff members meeting or exceeding those requirements? Are 100 percent of the staff members trained in CPR, first aid and fire safety? Can they recognize signs of child abuse and communicable diseases? • What are the payment policies? Is there a deposit that must be made? Are refunds available? Do you still pay if your child is out for sickness or vacation? When is tuition due? Can you pay weekly, biweekly or monthly? Is there an enrollment fee? More information about assistance with paying for child care can be found at www. compass.ga.gov. • Is there a sick child policy at the center or program? Are parents called right away when their child is sick? Are sick children allowed to remain in the classroom? When can a child who was sick return to the program? Are parents told about communicable illnesses of children in the program? • What is the curriculum used at the center or program? Child care centers that have lesson plans and utilize curriculum show their dedication to education and child development. Georgia has the Georgia Early Learning and Developmental Standards, or GELDS, which are used to support

infants through age 5. GELDS promote quality learning experiences for children and address the question, "What should children from birth to age 5 know and be able to do?" They are a set of appropriate, attainable standards that are flexible enough to support children's individual rates of development, approaches to learning and cultural context. More information about GELDS can be found at www. gelds.decal.ga.gov. • Does the center or program have a mission statement and/or philosophy that they follow? Good organizations take time to write out their vision/mission statements and philosophies. • Are meals included in the tuition? Are they healthy? Does the kitchen staff follow food service guidelines and have their ServeSafe certifications? Is the food prepared on-site? Ask to see a copy of the menu. What exactly are the children eating each day? • Is part-time and/or full-time care available? Does the program offer flexibility? • Is there an open door policy? Are parents or grandparents able to visit at any time? Are there guidelines to visiting? Is there a contract that needs to be signed? • What are the staff-to-child ratios? How many teachers are in a classroom compared to the total number of children enrolled? Georgia has required staff-to-child ratios that can be found at www.decal.ga.gov. • Is there a charge for late pickup? What happens if you are late picking up your child? Are there additional charges? What is the protocol to notify the program that you will be late? Because the child care center or program will be taking care of your most prized possession, it is imperative that you make an informed decision and choose one that suits the needs of your family. Michelle Smith Lank is the owner and director of Kid's World Learning Center, a three-star Quality Rated and National Association for the Education of Young Children accredited child care program in Statesboro.

Bulloch County's Babies

Compiled from information supplied to Moments by East Georgia Regional Medical Center Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Karl Rushing of Statesboro June 24. The mother is the former Denise Taylor Hill. • Ashton Jihad was born to Alexis Leshea Jefferies and Jihad Bashir Beeks of Glennville June 24. • Reagan Elizabeth was born to Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Ryan Due of Statesboro June 27. The mother is the former Courtney Lynne Smith. • Angelina was born to Kim Viet Thi Tran and An Thanh Vo of Statesboro June 27. • Kayne Fisher was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Doyle Mosley III of Metter June 27. The mother is the former Veronica Carol Mikell. • Charlotte Leigh was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rutter Anthony of Statesboro June 27. The mother is the former Kelly Kathleen Maxwell. • Madison Grace was born to Kristen Taylor Shuman and Cody Leighton Natvik of Pembroke June 27. • Maison Kyrit was born to Meshia Lashun Scott of Statesboro June 27. • Kierra Latrice was born to Mr. and Mrs. Brian Alonzo Davis Sr. of Statesboro June 27. The mother is the former Cassandra Latoyoa Mingle. • Fallon Brooke was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Creel Gammon of Statesboro June 28. The mother is the former Kacey Diana Beasley. • Ashton Gabriel was born to Mr. and Mrs. Travis Austin Mock of Statesboro June 28. The mother is the former Erika Nichole Stokes. • Cayden Afmad was born to La-

Sunda Renee Mincey and Christopher Kenroger Kirkland of Statesboro June 28. • Raelynn Jade was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hunter Yates of Brooklet June 28. The mother is the former Alexis Paige Lanier. • Thermon Tyree was born to Jessica Elizabeth Pretlow and Thermon Tyree Gaines of Pembroke June 28. • Malik Latrell was born to Sammantha Courtney Hill and Brandon Latrell Blocker of Statesboro June 28. • Emmalee Ann was born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Eugene Barrick of Meldrim June 29. The mother is the former Amanda Michelle Thompson. • Jha'Kaiden Zymir was born to Kanesha Ann Mosley of Metter June 29. • Anniston Victoria was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Brandon Willis of Sylvania June 29. The mother is the former Allison Malinda Powell. • Shawn Joseph Jr. was born to Kimberly Marie Shreffler and Shawn Joseph Dean of Statesboro June 29. • Emelyn Rae was born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Franklin Rushing of Collins June 30. The mother is the former Shavonna Rachel Oliver. • Grayson Daniel was born to Katherine Elizabeth Fraley and Daniel Aaron Brown of Statesboro June 30. • Layla Mae was born to Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Truett Leveritt of Sylvania June 30. The mother is the former Skye Whitney Hodges. • Gregory O'Brien Jr. was born

to Krystal Lynn Oyer and Gregory O'Brien Coney of Swainsboro June 30. • Riley Latrelle was born to Melissa Taneil Harvey and Ricardo Rickell Austin of Glennville July 1. • Rand Bowen II was born to Mr. and Mrs. Rand Bowen Hendrix of Metter July 1. The mother is the former Jessica Doris Brinson. • Milah Grace was born to Mr. and Mrs. Dawson Ashley Edenfiled of Twin City July 1. The mother is the former Brianna San Nicolas. • Sadie Mae was born to Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Anthony Whigham of Garfield July 1. The mother is the former Kaley Miranda Haymons. • Jeremy Elijah was born to April Michelle Holtsclaw and Jeremy Cervantes of Claxton July 1. • Emma Charlotte was born to Kayla Marie Jordan and Jordan Levi Ricks of Mt. Vernon July 3. • Emily Charlotte was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Edward Johnson of Brooklet July 4. The mother is the former Caitlin Morgan Crook. • Tinslee Ray was born to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Eric Jarrard of Ailey July 5. The mother is the former Jessie Lee Thompson. • Za'Kari Ahmod was born to Nyesha Lashay Green of Statesboro July 5. • Charles Asher was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Christopher Collins of Garfield July 5. The mother is the former BreAnna Lauren McCoy.

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• Leo Andres was born to Violeta Patricia Ulloa Mortera and Leonardo Morales Matias of Portal June 21. • Christopher Marcus Jr. was born to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Marcus McCollum Sr. of Statesboro June 21. The mother is the former Felicia Arenae Walker. • Ellyse Virginia and Ariana Scarlett were born to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Roland Halbert of Statesboro June 22. The mother is the former Kerri Michelle Pinder. • Avaleigh N'Khole was born to Eve Elizabeth Durrence of Mt. Vernon June 22. • John Ryder was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Adam Stewart of Statesboro June 23. The mother is the former Brittany Nicole Metts. • Sophia Makenzie was born to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Martin Johnson of Statesboro June 23. The mother is the former Sarah Marie Gowel. • Itiya Cadance was born to Cilicia Jalese Hagan and Dravious Lashon Reynolds of Statesboro June 24. • Collins Presley was born to Mr. and Mrs. Kerry Justin Kirkland of Statesboro June 24. The mother is the former Brittany Danielle Bass. • Katharina Elizabeth was born to Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Peter Roberts of Statesboro June 24. The mother is the former Kristina Marie Lunsford. • Kingston Ju'Kori was born to Stacy LaNadia McKinney of Statesboro June 24. • Taylor Harrison was born to

3 Steps to Winter Prep for Outdoor Spaces

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f you are a lawncare DIYer who pretty much takes care of your own landscaping, kudos to you! That's quite a commitment. But have you ever wondered what the professionals are paying attention to this time of year? I've got the inside scoop on three main things that the pros recommend when it comes to prepping your outdoor spaces for the upcoming winter months.

One of the main things to prioritize at this time of year is keeping your yard clean. Leaves, excess pine straw and other debris that builds up can restrict airflow and the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, increasing the risk of fungus and disease. By keeping short tabs on the stuff that sits on your grass, you will greatly increase the beauty and health of your turf. The next thing on your checklist should be to revisit your irrigation system. In the

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cold northern states, "winterizing" irrigation systems is a common thing, and while we Southerners do not need to totally shut off our watering systems, you will want to adjust the output settings as we head into the cooler months. Contrary to what you are used to doing during the hot summer, only water as needed for fall and winter. Too much watering will bog down a healthy yard and create a perfect environment for mold and fungus to

grow. Rather than setting your irrigation timer to run every day, check the weather forecast and only water when you need to. Lastly, many professional landscapers will recommend applying root stimulators to foundation plants like bushes and trees, as well as select perennials. The

purpose of this application is to stop encouraging foliage growth and start driving the plants' nutrients and energy below the soil. When these plants go dormant, the roots will preserve the integrity of the plant and keep it strong. Monitoring these underground networks is vital in order to have healthy, robust growth in the spring and summer. These few steps will have big results! Now you have the tools to keep your lawn strong and beautiful, too. Erinn is part of the professional team at Ninja Lawns who seek to serve the Statesboro community and make a positive difference in the world around them. You can learn more and contact Ninja Lawns online at www.ninja lawns.com.

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Falling for Great Books October is National Book Month

• Georgia Pre-K Week. Each year during Georgia Pre-K Week, state legislators head to pre-K sites across Georgia to read a book selected by Voices for Georgia's Children. This year's book is "The Rainbow Fish" by Marcus Pfister. State Rep. Jan Tankersley will read to Brooklet Elementary

School's pre-K class on Monday, Oct. 3, at 9:30 a.m. • Stilson Elementary School Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. • "A Midsummer Night's Dream" student matinee, Friday, Oct. 14, from 9–10 a.m. in the Statesboro High School Auditorium. Statesboro High School's Fine Arts Department will present a special student matinee performance of their production, "A Midsummer Night's Dream." • 21st annual Brooklet Elementary Pumpkin Parade: Friday, Oct. 28, at 10 a.m. in downtown Brooklet. For more than 20 years, parents and the community have packed the streets of downtown Brooklet to see kindergarten through fifth-grade students bring their favorite book characters to life with costumes and elaborately decorated pumpkins on parade. The event is set to music and narrated by BES media specialist Belinda Davis. As the students wear their book-themed costumes, they march down Parker Avenue pulling their elaborately decorated character pumpkins in little wagons. Be sure to look for the BES faculty and office staff as well. In fact, it's a highlight for the school each year to discover which favorite classic children's book will be the theme for BES Principal Marlin Baker and his office staff's costumes. In years past, they've been the characters from Curious George, Alice in Wonderland and Dr. Seuss. • Portal Elementary and Stilson Elementary pumpkin decorating contests, Oct. 24–28.

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ctober is an exciting time of the year, filled with fall, fairs and festivals. If you did not know, it's also National Book Month. Bulloch County Schools media centers help support learning and literacy in a variety of ways, and they are a hub of activity throughout the year with programs that promote reading including Scholastic Book Fairs, Accelerated Reader, Reading Is Fundamental, the Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl, Read Across America Day, Statesboro Reads, and Battle of the Books. Each of the system's 15 schools has a media specialist. An elementary school library can have more than 40,000 books and materials checked out during the school year. High school and middle school circulation may not be as high, but they tend to have more classes coming into the media center for instruction. Media specialists provide a variety of information literacy, digital citizenship and technology instruction for students and teachers. To further celebrate National Book Month, many of our elementary schools help bring book characters to life and encourage a lifelong love of reading and learning by hosting character parades, character pumpkin carvings, fall festivals and family reading nights. We invite families to join us in these upcoming events:

'A Great Place to Be'

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GSU's Cymone George 1 of Just 7 Female Directors of Football Operations in FBS

t would be easy to assume that Cymone George's impressive resume belongs to a woman twice her age. At just 25, she has accomplished more in a quartercentury than most do in a lifetime. And she's not done yet. When Cymone began working as the director of football operations, or DFO, for Georgia Southern University in late August of this year, she became one of just seven females among all Football Bowl Subdivision schools to take on such a role. But that bit of information — referenced in her bio on the official Eagles website — is not a statistic she tosses around. "I didn't know I was number 7 when I took the job; I've just been told lots of times," she said. "I'm probably the youngest, too. I don't really know for sure." What she does know, however, is how much she loves football. "Football is literally my life," Cymone said. But that might not have been the case if it weren't for a couple of bum knees; in fact, she just might have been playing a tennis match against Serena Williams this week instead of managing 123 football players. Cymone, who was born in Washington, D.C., but moved to

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Columbia, South Carolina, when she was 1, was such a talented tennis player as a youngster that by middle school, she attended a tennis academy rather than her districted public school. Problems with her knees caused her to give up the sport in high school, but her love of athletics continued. "Sundays, it was me and my dad watching football. We loved it," she said. "He thought he was a coach," she said with a laugh. "He was a little tough, but that's why I have such tough skin now." That toughness, combined with her motivation, continued to propel Cymone forward. The bright student, who admits she wasn't particularly fond of school, skipped the 11th grade and completed her college credits at Georgia Southern in three and a half years. "I did whatever I had to do to finish," which usually included working two or three part-time jobs simultaneously, she said. After graduating in 2012 with a degree in sports management, Cymone spent the next two years as a graduate assistant with football recruiting at GSU, then moved into a new position for the 2015 season as the director of on-campus recruiting. Taking a short break from football — but not sports, per se — she

"I don't ever see it as a big deal (that) I am one of seven females in this position. It should be a woman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; you have to take care of all the kids. Once they get here, they're like my babies, my little brothers. I've literally become their mother figure." moments | October 2016 | www.statesboromoments.com

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later accepted a job with Learfield as the coordinator for business development with Georgia Southern Sports Properties, a position she held for six months. "During that time, my dad passed away suddenly from a stroke. My dad was one of my biggest fans, my biggest encourager," she said. "I decided I needed a break; I was tired. I went home to South Carolina to just hang out at the lake, spend time with my mom," she said. "I had my mom to support me. My mom is everything to me." Referring to her sports career,

specifically in football, Cymone said: "I didn't know if I was doing this for my dad or for me. I needed time to think. "I'd planned on taking about six months or so," she said. "I didn't have plans to come back to Statesboro." She enjoyed the time spent with her mom and said she feels it was important for both of them after her dad's death. Still, Cymone was ready to get back to work, and her mom, a busy physician, supported her completely. "The lake was good, but life is boring when you don't have things

to do," she said. So when she got the call with an offer to fill the vacated DFO position at GSU, she didn't hesitate. "Coming in, being familiar with the program â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it was an easy transition," she said. "It's just such a family here; it's one of the biggest reasons I came back." And with 123 "kids," it's a pretty impressive-sized family. "I don't ever see it as a big deal (that) I am one of seven females in this position. It should be a woman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; you have to take care of all the kids," she said. "Once they get

here, they're like my babies, my little brothers. I've literally become their mother figure." Cymone, who dreams of one day becoming an athletic director or getting involved in professional sports, said: "Sometimes I look too far in the future and stress. But then I realize I miss out on today when I do that." So for now, with just over one month of work as DFO under her belt, Cymone is having fun and doing her part for her GSU family. "Georgia Southern is a great place to be," she said. "We're always gonna win."

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Get Scared on the Square

he Zaxby's Scare on the Square is downtown's spookiest annual event. This year's festival, set for Saturday, Oct. 29, will feature free activities of all kinds, including hayrides throughout the night, costume contests for all ages, a haunted house, trunk-or-treating and interactive activities known as "the Pumpkin Patch" on the courthouse lawn, sponsored by Dr. Troy Lawhorn. A key aspect of the success of this event can be attributed to Georgia Southern University's student participation. Dr. Brent Wolfe, a professor in the School of Human Ecology, and his class will coordinate exhilarating games and activities for the entire community. Located in the Old Norris Hotel, the haunted house created and performed by his students is a ghastly and frightening experience that is tailored to a more mature audience. The students also host a hayride for all ages, located on the corner of Siebald and Courtland streets. Additionally, GSU students will set up a number of engaging booths with candy and prizes for everyone to enjoy. "Being a part of Scare on the

Special to Moments Square really helps students understand how to lead and develop a program as well as the importance of providing service to the community they are a part of," Wolfe said. "This experience truly embraces and fosters the 'town/gown' relationship, and we are very privileged to be a part of it." Dress up the whole family and head downtown to participate in the costume contests, which kick off the fun at 4:30 p.m. Then take a stroll down East Main Street, where participating businesses will park their decorated vehicles and invite trunk-or-treaters to stock up on candy. In addition, everyone is welcome to participate in the "Thriller" street dance parade, which is always a crowd favorite. Practices for the performance are held every Tuesday this month from 7–8 p.m. in the Whitaker Black Box Theater. The fun begins on the courthouse lawn at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. For more information on the event or to sign up to participate, contact the Downtown Statesboro Development Authority at (912) 7647227 or visit statesborodowntown. org.

A Packed October at the Averitt Center

tumes and join in the fun. The doors will open at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 25–26. If you're a visual arts or ceramics enthusiast, the Averitt Center is bringing renowned artist Juan Granados to the Boro on Oct. 20. Granados' work is currently on display in the center's Main Gallery. If you like what you see, this is a great opportunity to meet him and hear more about his work. The Averitt Center hasn't forgotten about your active family, either. Don't worry about or plan activities for the kids when they are out of school Oct. 17–21 — drop them off at the Averitt's Fall Break Camp instead! And, the popular, family friendly Ghost Tours by Lantern Light are back this year on Oct. 28 beginning at 7 p.m. Bring the whole family for a fun way to learn a little about Statesboro's unique history from the ghosts of those who built the city. For more information or to purchase tickets for any of these events, call the Box Office at (912) 212-2787, Tuesday–Friday from noon–5:30 p.m., or visit www.averittcenterforthearts. org.

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ctober finally brings cool weather and long pants to the South. There's a zing in the morning air, and many people find renewed energy as the last of the hot, lazy dog days of summer fade away. October in the South means it's cool enough to be outdoors again. For parents, October means creating costumes, building decorations and planning parties at which kids gleefully eat bowls of "eyeballs" and "brains" — otherwise known as peeled grapes and cold spaghetti. It can be exhausting, but you know that to be the best mom you can be, you need to carve out some time for yourself — so take a step away from the crazy! October is the perfect month for that, too, and the Averitt Center is offering plenty of grown-up activities this year. Set aside an evening for laughter as the Averitt STARs bring the comedy classic "Arsenic and Old Lace" to the Emma Kelly Theater Oct. 14–15 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. When Mortimer Brewster, a newly engaged theater critic, drops by his family home to tell his doting aunts about his upcoming nuptials, the sweet spinsters reveal that they have picked up a new hobby: assisting elderly men in an expedited trip to the afterlife and burying the bodies in the basement. What follows is a frantic weekend of cover-up exploits as Mortimer tries to keep his aunts, homicidal brother Jonathan and delusional brother Teddy (who thinks he is Theodore Roosevelt) away from his fiancee, Elaine, so she won't become embroiled in the escalating insanity — and hilarity. Or, relive your college years at the ninth annual showing of the cult classic "Rocky Horror Picture Show LIVE!" This wild evening has become a highlight of the Averitt's Halloween season. First-timers are more than welcome, and everyone — everyone 18 and older, that is — is invited to come dressed in their favorite cos-

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4 Spooky Movie Night: "Poltergeist" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Genealogy Organization Tips Statesboro Regional Library (Children's Activity Room) • 6 p.m.

5 Dancing with the Statesboro Stars GSU Performing Arts Center $25 • 7 p.m.

Tales from the Tomb Eastside Cemetery 5:30–7:30 p.m.

"Rocky Horror Picture Show LIVE!" Emma Kelly Theater for ages 18 and older $8/advance, $10/door • 7:30 p.m.

Greek Street Trick-or-Treat Olympic Boulevard at GSU free • 6–8 p.m.

AT&T Trick-or-Treat Mill Creek Regional Park free • 5–8 p.m.

28 Dr. Willie J. Burden Memorial Golf Tournament Georgia Southern Golf Course $100/player • 11:30 a.m.

Adulting 101: Car Maintenance Statesboro Regional Library Georgia Southern vs. Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m. Anime Club (ages 12–18) Appalachian State football (Community Room) • 4:30 p.m. Computer Basics: Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Paulson Stadium • 7:30 p.m. Ghost Tours by Lantern Email/Internet How-To Crazy 8 Math Club Statesboro Regional Library Toddler Time Homeschool STEM (grades 3–5) Light (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Downtown • 7 p.m.

Movie Night: 31 Spooky "The Babadook"

"Rocky Horror Chess Club Statesboro Regional Library • 3 p.m. Picture Show LIVE!" Emma Kelly Theater Cheer Competition for ages 18 and older Statesboro High School • 7 p.m. $8/advance, $10/door • 7:30 p.m.

25 Makers Monday Teen Cooking (ages 10–16) (ages 12–14) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Game Night: Spades Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Genealogy Workshop for Kids: House History Statesboro Regional Library • 4:30 p.m.

Kids' Art Night (age 8–12) Introduction to Dance Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Crazy 8 Math Club Trinity Episcopal Church Toddler Time Cha-Cha, 7 p.m. | Waltz, 8:15 p.m. 52 Weeks of Giving (grades K–2) Statesboro Regional Library • 4:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m. $75/person or $125/couple Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m.

Spooky Movie Night: "Hocus Pocus" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

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How-To: Ancestry.com Genealogy Workshop Statesboro Regional Library for Kids: American Girl (Upstairs Computer Room) • 2 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4:30 p.m.

"Arsenic and Old Lace" Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair Emma Kelly Theater Parade $15/adults, $10/youth • 2 p.m. Downtown • 5 p.m.

Dancing with the Statesboro Stars GSU Performing Arts Center $25 • 3 p.m.

Spooky Movie Night: "Beetlejuice" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

"Arsenic and Old Lace" Emma Kelly Theater $15/adults, $10/youth • 7:30 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot • 9 a.m.

Walk to End Alzheimer's RAC Pavilion at GSU • 9 a.m.

Genealogy Talk: Daughters of the American Revolution Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 10:30 a.m.

Lego Club (grades K–5) Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Sip & Sketch Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Turpentine Festival Portal, Ga. • 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

GreenFest 2016 Downtown • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Statesboro Service League Attic Sale Kiwanis Fairgrounds • 7–11 a.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Doc Atom's Mad Science Halloween Show Statesboro Regional Library • 12:30 p.m.

Scare on the Square Downtown • 4:30–9 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Author Talk: Jamie Davis Whitmer, "America's Most Haunted Hotels" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

22 Family Fun Day: German Oktoberfest with Mango Languages Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

"Arsenic and Old Lace" DIY: Make a Chalkboard Emma Kelly Theater Statesboro Regional Library $15/adults, $10/youth • 7:30 p.m. (Community Room) • 2 p.m. Anime Club (ages 12–18) Chess Club Computer Basics: Computer Basics: Introduction to Dance Main Street Statesboro Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 3 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church Powerpoint Powerpoint Farmers Market Statesboro Regional Library Statesboro Regional Library Toddler Time Cha-Cha, 7 p.m. | Waltz, 8:15 p.m. 52 Weeks of Giving Sea Island Bank parking lot (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m. (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m. $75/person or $125/couple Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Beginning Ukulele GSU Foy Fine Arts Building $25 before Oct. 10, $50 after Oct. 10 6:15–8:15 p.m.

Reading to Rover Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m.

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Free Read Book Club Statesboro Regional Library J. David Russell Memorial (Children's Activity Room) • 6:30 p.m. Golf Tournament Forest Heights Country Club Homeschool Art Day Family Board Game Night 11:30 a.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. First Friday: Ag Night Out Computer Basics: Computer Basics: Introduction to Dance Downtown • 5:30–8 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church Digital Cataloging Digital Cataloging The Drifters in concert Statesboro Regional Library Statesboro Regional Library Toddler Time Cha-Cha, 7 p.m. | Waltz, 8:15 p.m. 52 Weeks of Giving GSU Performing Arts Center • 3 p.m. (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m. (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m. $75/person or $125/couple Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m.

Also during Fall Break, the Averitt Center for the Arts will host a Fall Break Camp from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day, where kids ages 5–10 can explore visual, dramatic and literary arts. Children can attend for the entire day or choose a half day — morning or afternoon. They can come for the week or just one session. In addition to art lessons, students will enjoy outdoor activities and games. Snacks will be provided, but students should bring their own non-refrigerated lunch. The camp will be led by Erika Jordan and staff, and tutition is $125, with a $20 supply fee. To register, call Tony Phillips at (912) 212-2787.

During the week of Fall Break for Bulloch County Schools, Oct. 17–21, the Statesboro Bulloch County Parks and Recreation Department will host Camp Adventure from 7:50 a.m.–6 p.m. each day. The camp will be held at the former Julia P. Bryant Elementary School location.

NOTES: Rehearsals for Scare on the Square's "Thriller" street dance will be held at 7 p.m. every Tuesday this month at the Whitaker Black Box Theater downtown. The final rehearsal will be held Saturday, Oct. 29, at 2:30 p.m. before the start of the event.

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