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Cherokee Outdoor YMCA
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Georgia’s Swimming Holes & Rock Slides
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Honoring the Fallen
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PUBLISHER/PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Tuszynski Jack@FamilyLifePublications.com EDITORIAL Julie Senger Julie@FamilyLifePublications.com ART Candice Williams Candice@FamilyLifePublications.com
If there was one thing my mother had that helped her the most in raising a pair of rambunctious country boys, it was grace. She needed it, of course, but not nearly as much as my brother and I did. We were not overly wild, as we had respect for our parents, others and God, but in the days of, “Go outside; stay there, and be home before dark,” we had our share of mischief. Most of the time, our father was calm and collected,
at least up until the moment when Mom would be pushed to her breaking point, and then she would enlist Dad to do her bidding. We knew when we were not being proper young men; we understood why and accepted the consequences. We also knew we were forgiven and would be graced with more opportunities to learn along life’s winding path. Because our parents taught us lessons with patience, understanding, an occasional attitude adjustment and always with a hearty helping of grace, we knew they loved us. It provided us with an opportunity to learn from our mistakes and grow stronger, better, wiser. Grace is one of the blessings we receive in life that isn’t earned through our works and actions; grace is a gift, an attribute of love. When we are concerned over what we have done or failed to do, where or how we fell, it is good to remember that there is always His grace to give our mistakes purpose, lift us up, brush us off and help us carry on with our lives.
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very now and then, being the younger, forever smaller sibling, I would end up in the shadow of my big brother’s angry side. Vic was six-feet tall in seventh grade. To this day, he still outweighs me by two large bags of dog food. On a couple of occasions, I wound up in need of medical attention, but most of the time, I was just a little bruised. In retrospect, I ended up being the one who used size to my advantage; it just sometimes took Mom a little longer to save me than I hoped, and then Dad would handle the rest. Often, being the little guy, one must be resourceful.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Atlanta Hand Specialist, Cyndi Braun, Michael Buckner, Mary Kay Buquoi, Rep. Wesley Cantrell, Rick Cheney, L. Michael Cox, Jyl Craven, Attri Dalta, Joshua Fuder, Hillary Gallagher, Pat Gold, Corey Harkins, Jessica Helms, Lisa-Marie Haygood, Vicki Knight-Mathis, James E. Leake, Jamie Mackrell, Pamela Marquess, Sandy McGrew, Jim McRae, Tim Morris, Tina Morris, Vishant Nath, Michael Petrosky, Frank Reynolds, Farris Yawn
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27th Annual Cherokee County Indian Festival & Mother’s Day Powwow See Native American dance competitors, musicians and primitive skills presentations. There will also be kids’ activities, Native American food and crafts. Saturday 10:00am6:00pm, Sunday 11:00am6:00pm, Boling Park, 1098 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-735-6275. RThunder.com
Through July Poultry in Cherokee County This is a temporary exhibit at the History Museum. Wednesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, Cherokee County History Museum, 100 North Street, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org
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Farmers Market at River Church — Each Tuesday through November, enjoy fresh baked goods, homemade health and beauty products and farm-fresh fruits and veggies. 2:00-6:00pm, River Church, 2335 Sixes Road, Canton. 770-485-1975.
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Gone with the Wind — Come see this classic film on the big screen! 2:00pm and 7:00pm, Canton Theatre, 171 E Main Street, Canton. 770-704-0755. CantonTheatre.com
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Ball Ground Rocks the Park Concert Series — Bring your lawn chair; sit back, and enjoy the music at these FREE concerts. This month features the Blackwell Boys Band. 7:00pm, Ball Ground City Park, Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com
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Galloping Against Violence — This is a fundraiser for victims of domestic violence, survivors and their dependent children in Cherokee County. $35 tickets include music, gourmet food and beer and wine. There will also be a silent auction. 1:00-4:00pm, Chukkar Farm Polo Club,
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1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-479-1804. CFVC.org
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Waleska Farmers Market — Each Thursday, come enjoy homegrown produce and handmade arts and crafts. 3:006:30pm, Reinhardt parking lot, at the corner of Highways 140 & 108, Waleska. 770-720-5988 JULY
Parent’s Night Out Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time! They will play in the pool, enjoy a pizza dinner, do crafts, play games and end the night with a movie! 5:30-10:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678-880-4760. CRPA.net
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Ruby and the Bookmarks — Produced by Broadway Bound Productions, this musical premiere follows the lives of sweethearts James and Ruby from high school through their golden years. The “Bookmarks” are a 3-person musical group that provides background vocals for James and Ruby. You’ll hear such favorites as “At Last,” “Close to You,” “Rock and Roll is Here to Stay” and many more. Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm, Canton Theatre, 171 E Main Street, Canton. 770-704-0755. CantonTheatre.com
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Ball Ground Summerfest 5k Proceeds from this event will go to the Ball Ground City Gym/Red Cross
Disaster Relief Center renovations. 8:00am, Ball Ground City Park, 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 678-2571221. BGSummerfest.net
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Business After Hours — This is a great networking opportunity. 4:30-6:00pm, Suntex Boat Club & Water Sports, Little River Marina, 6986 Bells Ferry Road, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Cherokee County Prayer Breakfast — Come enjoy a delicious breakfast and a morning prayer, presented by the Rotary Club of Canton. 7:30-9:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 678-772-4894. AKing@AlanKing.com
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B.L.A.S.T.T Workshop: The 1%/1 Day Solution — Come explore the seven levers that affect cash flow and the power of 1% / 1 Day Solution when applied to any or all of these levers. Presented by Andy Fried from the KSU Small Business Development Center. 11:30am-1:30pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce — Terrace Level,
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2017 C.O.P. Shop — CPR/AED Training A representative from the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will teach the class. You must be 14 years of age to receive certification. 9:00am12:30pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce — Terrace Level, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Power Hour — Join us for an hour of fast-paced networking with fellow business leaders. Before the hour ends, you will have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear! 10:00-11:00am, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Board Room, 3605
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Food Truck Friday — Enjoy delicious food and treats while visiting with neighbors, listening to live music and more! 6:00-9:00pm, Cherokee County Recreation Center, 7545 Main Street, Woodstock. 770-924-7768. CRPA.net
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Regional Issues Awareness — This meeting focuses on topics that effect not only Cherokee County and its residents but the region as well. 8:009:30am, The Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com
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TGIF Concert: Atlanta Dance Party — Atlanta Plays It Forward
presents this concert series. Gates open at 6:30pm. Concert starts at 8:00pm. Chukkar Farm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com
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Ball Ground Movie in the Park This month’s movie is Zootopia. Start time: dark, Ball Ground City Park, 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com
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Ball Ground Trade Days — This is a street-long yard sale. 7:30am2:00pm, Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com continued on
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LIBRARY EVENTS SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org BALL GROUND 435 Old Canton Road, Ball Ground, 770-735-2025 HICKORY FLAT 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565 R.T. JONES 116 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton, 770-479-3090 TECH TUESDAY Tuesdays, Library Hours, R.T. Jones Make a date to get answers to many basic tech questions. Bring your device and/or laptop and power cords. Call to reserve your spot. CROCHETING CLUB May 9 & 23, 6:00-7:30pm, Ball Ground Mrs. Joyce Jacobs will teach beginners how to crochet. Bring your needles and yarn for a fun-filled learning experience. NATIVE PLANTS IN YOUR LANDSCAPE May 11, 3:00pm, Ball Ground Join Master Gardener Diane Smith as she shows ways to cultivate yards and gardens for plants native to the Ball Ground area. Registration not required. INKLINGS WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP May 13 & 27, 3:00-5:00pm, Ball Ground May 28, 3:00-5:00pm, R.T. Jones Individuals interested in joining a new group to support their creative writing are invited to attend. REPURPOSED YARD ART May 17, 6:00-7:30pm, Hickory Flat Repurpose odds and ends to make beautiful yard art. Bring your own items to be repurposed. We will supply the glue and instruction. PINKALICIOUS PARTY May 18, 4:30pm, Hickory Flat Celebrate all things pink! Come dressed in your Pinkalicious best to hear stories, play games, and enjoy refreshments inspired by the popular children’s book series. For children ages 3+. Registration is required. DIY FRIDAY: PRODUCE PATTERNS May 19, 11:00am-12:00pm, R.T. Jones Come learn to print textiles with produce! Make your own creative patterns with potatoes, okra, corn cobs and cauliflower! All materials will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. CANTON ECLECTICS BOOK CLUB May 22, 6:00-7:30pm, R.T. Jones May’s book is American Gods by Neal Gaiman. This novel
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is a blend of Americana, fantasy and various strands of ancient and modern mythology, which center on the mysterious and taciturn Shadow. BEE BOTS May 23, 10:30am, Hickory Flat These cute, programmable floor robots teach preschoolage children directions, problem solving and early coding skills. For children ages 3+. Registration is required. All children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
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Canton Festival of the Arts — This festival focuses on arts and crafts, literary arts as well as the art of living green. There will be hands-on children’s activities, an artist’s market, live entertainment and a variety of food and drink. 10:00am-5:00pm, Brown Park, 94 North Street, Canton. 770-7046244. CherokeeArts.org
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80 YEARS IN MIDDLE-EARTH: TOLKIEN THURSDAY May 25, 4:00pm, Ball Ground Tolkien Talk - Tolkien’s Moral Universe: Come for a discussion of Lord of the Rings, Book 4, The Two Towers. The theme of the nature of good and evil will be discussed. LEGO CLUB May 27, 3:00-4:00pm, R.T. Jones Children can work alone or in teams to make their special creations. All ages are invited. Ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY May 31, 3:30pm, Hickory Flat Celebrate the end of the school year with a free movie and popcorn. All ages are welcome. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. ATLANTA REGIONAL MOBILE CAREER LAB May 31, 10:00am-3:00pm, R.T. Jones The Atlanta Regional Workforce Board’s Mobile Career Lab is coming to the library. Get free assistance with your job search, information about training opportunities and access to computer workstations. Services are available for ages 16 years and older. COOKBOOK CLUB May 31, 4:00-5:00pm, R.T. Jones Have a flair for food? Join the new Cookbook Club at R.T. Jones! You’ll be able to share food, recipes, and explore the many recipe books in the library. Young cooks 9 years or older are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Pirate School — Set sail with a madcap, swashbuckling comedy variety show for the whole family! During the show, kids learn the finer points of mischief and become “good pirates,” cooperating and carousing together while getting the chance to live out their dreams of the Golden Age of the Buccaneer! 2:00-3:30pm, Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle Waleska. 770-7209167. Reinhardt.edu
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Meet and Eat — Come for an hour of lunch and networking with fellow business leaders. 11:30am12:30pm, Longhorn Steakhouse, 1375 Riverstone Parkway, Canton. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Memorial Day 5k & Fun Run This year’s proceeds will be donated to Holly Springs Elementary School STEM Academy. Race day registration and packet pickup begins at 7:00am, race begins at 8:00am, Holly Springs Elementary School, 1965 Hickory Road, Canton. 770-345-5536. HollySpringsGa.us/memorialday5k
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Canton Farmers Market — Every Saturday, starting May 27 through the end of October, visit downtown Canton’s Farmers Market for great locally
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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast These meetings offer both current and future Chamber members the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00am, Northside Hospital — Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Canton First Friday: Summer Nights-50s Dress in your favorite 50s attire, and come check out some awesome classic cars! Canton First Friday is a monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program. There will be food trucks, live music by the Sock Hops and local shopping along with all that downtown Canton has to offer! 7:00-9:00pm, downtown Canton. 770-704-1548. CantonHDL.com
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Home by Dark Concert: Emily Shackelton and Jonathan Kingham — Enjoy live music under the stars! Chukkar Farm is over 100 acres of rolling landscapes and breathtaking views of the polo field. Chukkar Farm is the place to be for music, friends and memories. 8:00pm, Chukkar Farm Polo Club, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-479-1804. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com
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12th Annual Wing and Rock Fest — Voted one of the Top 50 Food Festivals in the country by Parade magazine, this FREE, two-day, family friendly event offers something for everyone. The festival features some of metro Atlanta’s best tasting chicken wings from over a dozen restaurants, plus great live music. Saturday 12:00-9:00pm, Sunday 12:00-6:00pm, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. WingAndRockFest.com
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Ball Ground Rocks the Park Concert Series Featuring Local Legends. 7:00pm, Ball Ground City Park, 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com
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Chamber Classic Golf Tournament — Get involved with this annual tournament. 8:30am registration, 10:00am shotgun start, BridgeMill Athletic Club, 1190 BridgeMill Avenue, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com
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Business New Missions is an organization that provides children with an education, food and medical care, so they can grow strong and make an impact on their community. New Missions has been in both Haiti and the Dominican Republic for over thirty years, establishing local churches and Christian schools. They currently have 10,000 students who attend school each day, and they serve two-million meals annually. Each year, New Missions hosts a shoebox drive, which benefits not only the children within their program but also children in surrounding communities. Last year, they were able to collect over 17,000 shoeboxes to distribute. Last year, a local company, R & D Mechanical, sponsored its first annual
why they need your help! They need local business partners and individuals to help collect items for shoeboxes. Right now, they need a commitment that your business would be willing to collect one specific item (ex. flip flops) or a group of items (ex. school supplies).
shoebox packing party, and they were able to put together over 100 shoeboxes. This year, R & D Mechanical would like to blow that figure out of the water, and that’s
Your business would determine when to collect the items; all items just need to be collected by October 1, 2017. R & D
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Mechanical will provide your business with the necessary marketing materials. Once they get commitments from local businesses, they can help determine what each one will collect. To learn more about New Missions, please visit NewMissions.org. To volunteer your business or to make an individual contribution, please call 770-917-1795, or email Jessica@RAndDMechanical.net.
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EMC Community Foundation has been a strong supporter of ADay for Reinhardt University for many years, and the organization recently made its annual gift to the University’s scholarship program. ADay for Reinhardt relies on community businesses, organizations and individuals to assist with student scholarship for Cherokee County residents attending Reinhardt University. “The Cobb EMC Community Foundation proudly supports programs that invest in students within our service district who want to further their education. The ADay program at Reinhardt allows us that opportunity,” said Carol Shaddix, chairwoman of the Cobb EMC Community Foundation.
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Dale Morrissey, director of development and external relations for Reinhardt, said Reinhardt is thankful for the Cobb EMC members who choose to round up their bill each month to help fund the foundation and for the foundation board of directors who choose to support Reinhardt. “We appreciate all that the Cobb EMC Community Foundation does for Reinhardt University,” Morrissey said. “Their longtime support of the University shows their connection and dedication to the community and helping to educate the leaders of our future.” ADay for Reinhardt has provided more than $4.8 million in financial assistance for Cherokee County residents attending Reinhardt University since its inception in
1988. For more information about ADay for Reinhardt, visit Reinhardt.edu/ADay, or contact Dale Morrissey at 770-720-5506 or DSM1@Reinhardt.edu.
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CantonMinute Photos cour tesy of
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By Sandy McGrew
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wo years ago, Coffee with a Cop was started by Canton PD Chief Mark Mitchell. It’s a multiagency effort that includes the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, Cherokee Marshals Office, Cherokee MultiAgency Narcotics Squad, Woodstock, Holly Springs and Ball Ground Police Departments, Cherokee County District Attorney’s Office, the Cherokee County Solicitor’s Office and the Georgia State Patrol.
Goodson brought her two small children to meet the officers, and both were sporting sticker badges.
Chief Mitchell stated, “All law enforcement agencies in Cherokee County strongly feel that community events such as this are essential to us connecting with the citizens we serve. We believe this program will help to build a foundation of trust with each segment of our communities and will grow a very positive culture between our departments and the County. We want to thank our citizens for their feedback, which assists us in providing better services and ‘humanizes the badge’ for both adults and children. Our hope is our citizens will see we truly care about them, their quality of life, their safety and what goes on in our communities.”
“The community outreach events are important to allow the public to ask questions and for the children to see that the officers are there to help and protect them,” said Tiana Welch. “These events are important in building a community,” said Allison Reid; “it’s a way to focus on community concerns and show that the officers genuinely care.” Tiana and Allison are current interns at the Canton PD.
Assistant Chief Merrifield stated, “I like to talk to people in the community outside of a professional setting, and I like to have the kids come and play. It’s a time that the kids can meet the officers and learn that they are helpful.” Tiffany
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Hasty Elementary School Principal Rodney Larrotta experienced his first Coffee with a Cop and was pleased and excited to be there. He summed it up by saying, “Law enforcement officers are social architects; they create a safe environment for everyone to thrive and be productive citizens.”
Look for another community program to begin soon; you’ll see officers at school bus stops around town, talking with the students about bullying and just letting them know that they are there to help. Canton PD is proactive in its community involvement; it takes more time and commitment from the staff, but the results are priceless when the community is abuzz with how much they enjoy interacting with the officers along with the smiles on the children’s faces.
Sandy McGrew is a ten-year Canton resident who represents ward 1 in the Canton City Council.
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Don’t “Slide” During the
Summer By Mary Kay Buquoi, Ed.S.
Summer is an awesome time of year, and it’s right around the corner! It’s full of family get-togethers, trips to the pool and vacations. But sometimes, learning falls by the wayside amidst all the fun. Research has shown that some children experience summer learning loss, also known as “summer slide,” because their minds aren’t as engaged as they are during the school year. You can help to keep your child’s brain active, and prevent summer slide with these fun learning activities:
1. Read, read, read. Read to your child, or encourage him to read for twenty minutes every day. Taking a trip to the library on hot, humid
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or rainy days can be fun, too. Also, listening to audio books is great during car trips.
2. Learn a new word every week. Make this a game by seeing who can use the new word the most times throughout the week. You can even make a scoreboard, and stick it on the fridge. Encourage your child to look through a picture dictionary to pick out new words.
5. Go outside. Embrace the nice weather, and go on a hike, nature walk or bike ride. Pack a magnifying glass and/or binoculars, and take breaks along the way to take a closer look at things. You and your little one can even take notes on interesting objects or animals, and look up more information about them online or in an encyclopedia when you get home.
3. Get cooking. Cooking with your child is a fun way to teach them math and reading skills as well as how to follow instructions. Look through a cookbook with your little one, and ask him what he would like to make.
4. Hit the road. Take a field trip to a museum, the zoo or an aquarium. Before you go, read a book with your child about the sights at your destination. When you return, you and your child can write a journal entry about your adventures.
Mary Kay Buquoi is owner of The Goddard School, 140 Foster Road, Woodstock. 770-720-1311. GoddardSchools.com
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Community Feature Reinhardt University Students Sell Out Show and Raise Money for Cherokee County Children For their last concert with the group they founded, the ‘Hardt Breakers, Natalie Beaty and Laura Sellers wanted to go big. Using connections from their curriculum studies, not only were the junior music education majors able to put on a sell-out performance in Flint Hall at the Falany Performing Arts Center, they also were able to raise about $800 for the Children’s Haven. The ‘Hardt Breakers are a student-run, all female a cappella group. These ladies recently filled the 350-seat Flint Hall with a free admission concert – while vases out front collected donations for the Children’s Haven. Additionally, 29 eighth graders from Dean Rusk Middle School joined the ‘Hardt Breakers on a stage for a few songs. The middle school students and college students put on a show that garnered cheers from the crowd in attendance. The Dean Rusk boys opened the show with Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me,” and the girls sang Miley Cyrus’ “The Climb” a cappella. All the singers collaborated on American Authors’ “Best Day of My Life.”
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Congratulations to our October “7 Differences” Differences” winner, winner,Angela MelanieRaper! Tugman! Congratulations to our April “7
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Community Feature What are the Top 10 Code Enforcement Violations in Canton?
Code enforcement is a function of local government that is vital to accomplishing community goals such as protecting property values and the environment. Code enforcement officers are trained to prevent/detect, investigate and enforce local and state statutes/ordinances that are put in place to regulate public health, safety and welfare. To help Canton citizens be more mindful, here are the top ten most violated codes:
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Animal Complaints, Loose Animals and Animal Bites — (Section 10-33, Code 2002, § 14-1)
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Accumulation of Junk — (Code 2002, 46-41)
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Junk Cars — Any junked vehicles that are not in good and safe operating condition that have sat for a period of thirty days or more, except in licensed junkyards, within Canton city limits are considered a nuisance.
4. Weeds/Grass — (Code 2002, § 30-106; Ord. No. 2002 06-27, § 30-106, 6-27-2002, Sec. 33-34. - Height restriction) 5.
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Blighted Properties — Any property within City of Canton city limits that is in some state of deterioration, thus causing a harmful influence or nuisance to the surrounding community or environment. Vacant/Abandoned Properties — (Ord. No. 2015-03, § 2, 3-19-2015)
Signs/Right of Way & Prohibited Signs — (Ord. No. 2014-18, § 2, 8-21-2014)
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Alcohol Permit Suspensions — (Section 6-149)
9. Taxi Permits, Inspections and Illegal Taxis — (Code 2002, § 54-352; Ord. No. 2007110101, § 54-352, 11-1-2007) 10. Littering — (Code 2002, § 46-114; Ord. No.
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2005040705, § 4, 4-7-2005)
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Community Feature CCSD Recognizes Student Athletes at Scholarship Signing Event Cherokee County School District student athletes were recently recognized in a ceremony at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center in Canton for signing scholarship commitment letters to compete at the college level. This stellar group of athletes signed letters of intent to compete in basketball, baseball, football, lacrosse, soccer, cheer, swimming, cross country, track, tennis, golf and wrestling.
ATHLETE
HS SPORT COLLEGE
Eli Mayberry
CHS
Basketball Glenville State College (WV)
Claire Dunlap
CHS
Lacrosse
Reinhardt University
Dakota Stewart
CHS
Soccer
Life University
Adie Powell
CHS
Swimming Barton College (NC)
Hudson Cloud
CVHS
Baseball
Georgia Highlands
Landon Ruzicka
CVHS
Baseball
Quincy University (IL)
Jenny Miller
CVHS
Cheer
Georgia Tech
Brady Keran
CVHS
Golf
Kennesaw State University
Austin Patchanian
CVHS
Lacrosse
Piedmont College
Jake Rogers
CVHS
Lacrosse
Piedmont College
William Francoletti
CVHS
Soccer
Delta State University (MS)
Jimmy Schoppy
CVHS
Soccer
Bridgewater College (VA)
Caitlyn McFarland
CVHS
Track
Piedmont College
Bryce Davis
CVHS
Wrestling
Ashland University (OH)
Kalon Smith
SHS
Baseball
Covenant College
Chandler Clark
SHS
Football
Millsaps College (MS)
Jarvis Goolsby
SHS
Football
Brevard College (NC)
Zachary Henley
SHS
Football
Millsaps College (MS)
Bobby Hewitt III
SHS
Football
Kentucky Wesleyan College (KY)
Xavier Ransby
SHS
Football
Maryville College (TN)
Darius Smith
SHS
Football
Monmouth College (IL)
Zach Stark
SHS
Football
Birmingham Southern University (AL)
L-R: Summer Freeman, Katie Causey, Shea Stansell, Maddie Snyder, Hannah Becker and Mackenzie Mitchell.
Sequoyah HS Family Career Students Place at State Competition Sequoyah High School FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) recently placed at State competition! The Georgia FCCLA State Leadership Conference at the Classic Center in Athens featured competitions for the 1,700 middle and high school students as well as general sessions and workshops. Summer Freeman and Maddie Snyder earned first place in digital delish dish, an event that recognizes FCCLA members who demonstrate their ability to use knowledge and skills to video a food demonstration with a science spin. Katie Causey and Shea Stansell earned second place in digital storytelling, and Hannah Becker and Mackenzie Mitchell earned the FCCLA Statesmen Award. The following students also placed top three in FCCLA online proficiency tests prior to the Conference: Amanda Newby and Victoria Carlucci in etiquette and Sarah Wagner and Noah Shever in hospitality.
Cherokee HS SkillsUSA/Career Tech Students Win at State Competition The school’s SkillsUSA team recently competed at the SkillsUSA State Skills and Leadership Conference at the Georgia International Convention Center in a variety of skilled trades and leadership contests in areas including welding sculpture, diesel technology, job demonstration, automotive collision repair, medical math, automotive brakes, early childhood and nurse assisting. Freshman Austin Ledbetter won silver in collision repair in his first time competing at the state level, earning him more than
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$12,000 in scholarships and tools. Payton Hodges won silver in medical math for his second year of state placement, and Edith Loarca earned bronze in nurse assisting, also her second consecutive state win. SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations including automotive, welding, construction and health occupations.
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By Sheriff Frank Reynolds
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big guy;
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doughnuts more
copies thick. This
than the average
steady presence of
person? Where did this
officers throughout
stereotype
the night and day gave
come from?
the perception that all police officers would just “hangout” in
There is this forgone conclusion that
the coffee shop. The fact is that it was
police officers are somehow drawn to
the only place open for an officer to
doughnuts like the Millennium Falcon
In a land far away, there existed a
write a report while getting a cup of
was pulled into Darth Vader’s Death
planet with no cellphones or portable
coffee and a bite to eat at the same time.
Star. Does the heavenly potpourri
computers. Their language was written
of warm dough and sprinkles make
on a thing called “carbon paper,” and
So, the next time a cop pulls you over,
police officers lose their sensibilities?
the only 24-hour places to eat were
don’t say, “Bad cop, no doughnut.”
Well, maybe when the Krispy Kreme
called diners and coffee shops. The
And, for the love of glory, don’t throw
delivery truck stops at the QuikTrip®
local patrolman would often stop in one
a doughnut out your window, and
at 4:00am. I’m just kidding, kind of…
of these establishments to write his
expect the officer to chase after it
report and grab a “cup of Joe” and a
while you speed away.
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I had the same question years ago, so I
“snack” for later. Yep, you guessed it
went to one of the veteran cops, and I
— that flaky, golden, magical ring-of-
asked his opinion on the matter. I have
life…the doughnut.
since conducted a little research and found the same response. Here is what
The duty sergeant would also stop by
I have learned:
and read the officer’s reports. Heaven
Frank Reynolds is the sheriff for Cherokee County. 678-493-4100. CherokeeGa-Sheriff.org
forbid if you had to write that darn thing
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Capitol Ideas
I remember three significant times that bills were brought up for reconsideration this session. The first was a bill that would require ride-share companies (Uber, Lyft, etc.) to pay state income tax on fares. The bill failed on its first vote. The author moved for reconsideration and was given a “mulligan.” Because it was Crossover Day (the last day a bill can “crossover” from the House to the Senate), the bill had to be brought up for reconsideration that same day. Just a few hours later, many of my colleagues changed their vote, so the bill passed. Fortunately, this bill died in the Senate. The second bill would make royalties from music exempt from state income taxes. It failed by a huge margin. The author moved for reconsideration. A few hours later, the bill was brought back to the floor, and it passed. Again, the Senate saved us by killing this bill.
This begs the obvious question. Why would an elected official change their vote on the exact same issue only a few hours later? Could it be that they discovered “new” information that gave them a greater
understanding of the issue and caused them to change their mind? Yes. Could it be that they were offered something in return for changing their vote? Yes again. Passing legislation is often a complicated and complex process.
Representative Wesley Cantrell is the young adult pastor at Woodstock Baptist and the State Representative for House District 22, which encompasses parts of Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock, Ball Ground and Macedonia.
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When a bill fails to get at least 91 votes, the author of the bill will often make a motion for reconsideration. If the member receives at least 91 votes for his motion to reconsider, then the bill can be brought back up for a vote. It’s a time-honored tradition to vote in favor of reconsideration, even if you voted against the bill. This is done out of courtesy to your colleague in order to allow them the opportunity to persuade people to change their vote. I’m not sure that this is a wise tradition.
have regarding the collection of ESPLOST in a county. Constitutional amendments require a two-thirds vote in favor. It passed overwhelmingly in the Senate. However, it ran into a problem in the House when members spoke against it, and it was not passed. Yet when the resolution came back to the floor the following day, it passed.
rt of R A e e h
used to play a lot of golf. One of the traditions my friends and I shared on the first tee was the so-called “mulligan.” A “mulligan” is the opportunity to redo your tee shot if you’re displeased with your first effort. As children, we called it a “do over.” When I was elected Ga State Representative, I was unaware that the House of Representatives also has “mulligans,” called “reconsideration.”
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By Representative Wesley Cantrell
The third resolution came over from the Senate, which called for a constitutional amendment that would take away the negotiating power that city school districts
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Homes these days are filled with tons of electronics. With so much money tied up in these devices, many people are choosing to protect their investment with surge protectors. Some surge protectors can be purchased and installed easily behind sensitive electronics such as your DVD player or computer, but what about your home appliances and everything else that’s plugged in without a surge protector? One great option is a whole-house surge protector installed at your electrical panel. A whole-house surge protector is typically hardwired into your home’s electrical panel by a licensed electrical contractor and can usually be installed in about one hour. No one surge protection device is foolproof, and if your home takes a direct lightning strike, only luck will keep anything that is plugged into a receptacle
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from being destroyed. However, weighed against the damage that even everyday power fluctuations can cause, wholehouse surge protection is an investment well worth the cost. The gold standard is a two-tiered system: a whole-house surge protective device (SPD) installed at the circuit breaker box coupled with plug-in SPDs on individual outlets. A whole-house SPD can protect against up to 40,000 amps of current flowing into your home from the outside; normal household power is 200 to 300 amps. When a sudden surge occurs, such as from a lightning strike or damage to a power line, the device detects the excess current and safely diverts it through the house’s grounding path. For the most sensitive electronics, such as computers and home entertainment systems, a second layer of protection is recommended in the form of point-of-use SPDs. These can be purchased at most any retail electronics store.
Whole-Home Surge Protectors By Rick Cheney Additionally, you may want to look at surge protectors for your phone, TV and data lines coming into your home. These lines are often left unprotected and can lead to damaged computers, TVs and more. If you’d like more information on how you can better protect your home from power surges, contact your local electrical contractor for an estimate on installing a whole-home surge protector.
Rick Cheney is in the purchasing department at H&H Electric and Security, LLC. 770-735-1136. HHElectrician.com
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THIS SUMMER By Jyl Craven
LIFESTYLE Red hot sun and hot red hair — summer is fast approaching! Soon, the Georgia heat will have everyone paying attention to the humidity levels while relaxing by the pool. If you’re part of the 1-2% of the population who has red hair, you’re already getting attention because of your naturally brilliant ginger locks. But for those of us who aren’t blessed with fiery red strands, what options do we have? Stunning red hair has always graced the red carpet, but how can us nonHollywood elites flaunt this pretty pigment? Try one of these red hair colors this summer, and see if you can look hotter than the sun.
Warm Reds
If you have fair skin, then warm red hair color could be your best friend this summer. To make a bold, vivid statement, opt for fiery copper, which is a combination of bright orange and red. This hue, synonymous with carrot-colored hair, will make a strong and sexy statement. For a softer look, consider light auburn, which is a fusion of gold, red and brown. The 24
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most natural-looking red hair color is ginger. If your aspiration is to be the typical “ginger,” like Prince Harry, then a light-to-medium reddish-brown tone will be your warm red of choice.
turn up the heat on those around you. Or how about a candy-apple ombre? On dark brown or black hair, this transition of hair color from dark to a sweet, red-apple color speaks of individuality all on its own.
Cool Reds
More than any other hair color, red is all about finding the right balance between skin tone and hair color. It seems many of our favorite Hollywood stars have flawlessly embraced red locks at some point in their careers, leaving us wondering if we could ever be “red carpet” ready. The good news is that even if we weren’t blessed with red hair at birth, we still have options. Gorgeous red hair always makes a statement and looks great yearround. But why wait?! Go ahead, and ask your hairdresser if there’s a red-hot hue waiting for you. L
When choosing a hair color, complimenting it with your skin tone is always an important first step. Just like warm reds look best with warm skin tones, cool reds are best paired with cooler skin tones. Cool red hair colors range from deep, rich red, like red velvet cupcakes, to a blending of red and black for a dark-cherry affect. If deep reds are too bold, consider a lighter cherry or red mahogany. These shades of red have a touch of brown that is subtly unique and will enhance the richness of your eyes.
Fun Reds
Throw away skin tone for a moment, and explore some of the most exciting ways to be a hot red head this summer. A sunset balayage with an amalgam of fiery reds cascading off your shoulders will absolutely
Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-345-9411. JylCraven.com
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PALATAL EXPANDERS By Vishant Nath, D.M.D. Between the ages of six and thirteen, most children lose their baby teeth, which are replaced with permanent, adult teeth. For some children, their jaw is not big enough to accommodate all of their permanent teeth. So what happens? Extraction is sometimes required. In other cases, an expander can be used to “make room� for the adult teeth to come in. The approaches differ depending on if the need is to expand the upper teeth versus the lower teeth. The palate of the upper jaw is actually formed by two separate bones, which come together in the middle. They do not typically fuse together until the age of fourteen to sixteen. So, before a patient reaches this age, it is a good time to expand the palate. The expander mimics the upper palate in that it consists of two separate pieces, which are attached in
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the middle by a screw. The screw can be adjusted on a schedule prescribed by your orthodontist to expand or widen the palate over time. Since the lower jaw is not comprised of the two separate bones, it cannot be widened. Instead, a lower jaw expander works to move the teeth themselves. The expander can slowly, over time, put pressure on the teeth to tilt them outward. In some cases, this can also be accomplished using a removable retainer. Regardless of whether or not the appliance being used to expand the palate is removable or not, it is very important to keep up with good oral hygiene habits. But having an appliance in the mouth can make it more difficult to keep teeth clean. If your child has an upper palatal expander, even though they
might be quite independent with brushing and flossing, you may need to give more attention to monitoring their oral hygiene habits. Talk to your pediatric dentist and orthodontist regarding whether or not your child might benefit from palatal expansion, as their smile grows and develops!
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com
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Community Partners Founded in 2016, Kind Bikes is the brainchild of co-founder Jimmy Stubbs. Drawing from his experience as a participant and then cycling coach with Team in Training, Jimmy realized that there was a huge obstacle preventing thousands of people from participating in charity cycling races and triathlons — the cost of the bicycle. With entry-level road bikes averaging around $1,000, participation in these types of fundraising events is often limited. To promote the sport of cycling and to remove the costly hurdle for those interested in improving their health and supporting their favorite charities, Jimmy developed the idea of Kind Bikes. Kind Bikes provides affordably priced rental bicycles and related cycling equipment to individuals participating in charity cycling events. Rentals include a road bike, transportation rack, pump and lock. The rental also includes a drop-off of the cycling equipment by Kind Bikes’ volunteer staff. This allows them to ensure a proper fit and provide oneon-one training. Today, Kind Bikes proudly serves the greater metro Atlanta area and a growing number of other communities throughout the United States. Its fleet of bicycles and related cycling equipment is working hard to raise awareness and money for local and national charities such as the Kiwanis Club, American Diabetes Association, Camp Twin Lakes and Action Cycling Atlanta. As Kind Bikes continues to serve those who care about the community, they hope to inspire individuals to find creative, healthy ways to support the charities they hold dear. Since January of 2016, Kind Bikes has helped raise awareness and funds for the causes its riders care about the most. Last year, Kind Bikes outfitted thirty riders who pedaled more than 478 miles for five different charity events, raising a little over $13,690 for their favorite charities and nonprofits. Some riders traveled from as far as California, Texas, Pennsylvania, New York and Massachusetts to participate in charity rides. While Kind Bikes riders have already made a significant impact for their favorite causes, they hope to continue their momentum of positive impact while helping many others achieve their charitable goals in the years to come. Kind Bikes is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization based in Alpharetta. If you are interested in learning more about Kind Bikes, how to become a charitable partner, or ways you can become involved, please visit KindBikes.org. 28
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Monitoring Your Child’s Social Media Habits By Lisa-Marie Haygood
Many of us are thankful that our teenage/collegiate years were over before the invention of social media. While social media has many benefits, it can become a life-changing problem for some, and parents should take time to talk to their teens to help them understand the potential consequences. For example, when friends take compromising or inappropriate photos, perhaps all in fun, they frequently end up in the wrong hands and get shared on social media, often without the consent of the person in the photo or of the photographer.This can spell big trouble for many teens. Distributing inappropriate images is considered a form of child pornography, and just by appearing in the images, teens are
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considered party to this crime. While the intent may have only been a funny, lighthearted prank, teens can be severely punished by both the authorities and the school system. Consequences range from in-school suspension, loss of extra-curricular activities, expulsion and even criminal prosecution.These penalties can occur even if the act was committed away from school grounds or using one’s own personal devices.There are currently instances playing out in the criminal justice system in which student athletes have lost full college scholarships because they are eighteen years of age, and they shared compromising images of their friends who were underage, even though they had their friend’s consent.
Children/teens should not take or allow anyone to take this type of photograph. Explain to your children that they should never share such an image with their friends, and they should notify you immediately if an image like this is sent to them. Parents must remain vigilant in protecting children from these images. Parents are responsible for monitoring their child’s social media, so please help raise awareness of these trends, and if you suspect a problem, notify your school administrators or your local authorities.
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Tasteof
BY CHEF HILLARY GALLAGHER
Ingredients:
• 1 oz. bacon •2 oz. olive oil • 1 medium onion, diced • 2 stalks celery, diced • 2 medium carrots, diced • ½ small head green cabbage, chopped • 1, 14-16 oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes • 2 qt. chicken stock • 4 oz. cooked chickpeas • 6 oz. cooked ditalini pasta or other small variety • Salt and pepper to taste • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
Procedure:
• Cook the bacon over a low heat until it becomes crispy. • Add the onion, celery, carrots, cabbage and garlic; season with salt and pepper, and sweat until the onions are translucent (about 15 minutes). • Add the tomato, chicken stock, salt and pepper, and simmer until the vegetables are tender (about 25-30 minutes). • Add the chickpeas and ditalini, and bring to a simmer. • Season with salt and pepper, and serve. • Garnish with grated parmesan cheese.
Hillary Gallagher, CCC is the Culinary Arts Program Director and Lead Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College in East Cobb. Hillary.Gallagher@ChattahoocheeTech.edu. 770-509-6350. ChattahoocheeTech.edu
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“What? I Have Diabetes? How Could I?” By Pamela S. Marquess, Pharm. D.
Simply stated, when you have diabetes, your body has trouble processing a special type of body sugar called glucose. In a healthy body, the bloodstream carries a natural glucose to your cells; your pancreas produces a type of insulin that serves as a “key” that opens the wall of the cell to receive the glucose in order to have energy to do its work. When a person has diabetes, two conditions occur. First, there is more glucose in the bloodstream than the cells can absorb. Second, the pancreas is either not producing enough insulin or is not producing the correct insulin that is needed to unlock the wall of the cell to receive the glucose. Thus, the cells are not energized properly. Sometimes, an early sign of diabetes is lack of energy. The number of people diagnosed at the very early stage, known as prediabetes,
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has grown dramatically. It is estimated that nearly thirty-million people have some type of diabetes but are not diagnosed. In years past, diabetes education classes have been available, and their cost is often covered by insurance. However, you had to be diagnosed with the disease in order to access those classes. Effective, January 2018, classes will become available for those individuals who have been identified as prediabetics, so they can learn about the disease, and take steps to prevent the full diagnosis by increasing physical activity along with better food and beverage choices. These classes will offer answers to the many patient questions. Currently, a diabetes patient sees their doctor twice a year and their nurse practitioner four times a year. That same patient sees their pharmacist 36 times per
year. As medication experts, pharmacists recognize the active relationship they have with each patient. Learn how to care for yourself in advance of a diagnosis, so you can enjoy a wonderful quality of life. Be on the lookout for sources of early learning in order to avoid the challenges of a diabetes diagnosis.
Pamela S. Marquess, Pharm. D. is co-owner of PharMoore Health Mart Pharmacy, 3422 Sixes Road, Canton. 770-213-3341. PharMoore.com
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> Science Camp — Science fun for grades k-3 > Jr. Outdoor Adventure — Outdoor living skills for grades 2-3
COVER STORY By Cyndi Braun ummer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to register for camp. The Cherokee Outdoor Family YMCA has offered youth camp programs since 1992. Located on Bells Ferry Road, by Lake Allatoona, the facility features more than 200 acres of woods, hiking trails, sports fields, a climbing wall, a swimming pool and waterfront access to the lake. Camps run from 9:00am-4:00pm, with extended hours, free of charge, so parents can drop-off children as early as 7:00am, and pick them up as late as 6:30pm. Financial assistance is available based on need.
> Soccer/Basketball/ Volleyball Camps — Lessons and drills for grades 2-7 > Fishing Camp — Grades 2-7 (spend two hours a day fishing) “Our goal is to share a positive summer camp experience for children starting at age five,” said Dave Andrews, executive director of the Cherokee Outdoor Family Y. “We believe in nurturing our youth and helping teens develop the tools they need to be productive leaders in our community.” The Y offers several types of camps. Traditional camp, for children ages 5-15, includes activities like swimming, rock climbing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, survival skills, organic gardening, arts/crafts, fishing, Ga-Ga ball and learning the Y values (caring, honesty, respect and responsibility). In addition, families may register for specialty camps that focus on specific skills. These camps include: > Little Ninjas Camp — Martial arts for grades k-3 > Swim Camp — Two-week program includes swim lessons for grades k-3
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> Outdoor Adventure — Grades 4-5 (learn outdoor camping skills) > Water Sports Camp — Canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding for grades 4-10 > Survivor Camp — Advanced outdoor living skills for grades 6-7 > Mountain Bike Camp — Trail riding, bicycle care and trail safety for grades 6-10 > Teen Leaders — Build leadership skills for grades 8-10 “Children who attend Y camps grow and learn, build friendships and develop into responsible young adults,” said Ryder Leary, associate executive director of the Cherokee Outdoor Family Y. “While the children are learning and having fun, parents have peace of mind knowing that their children are well taken care of.” YMCA camp counselors and staff motivate children to learn new things and experience the outdoors in a values-based environment.
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“Everything that we do at the Y is values-based. We emphasize core values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. When we practice those values, from the staff to the campers to anyone at the Y, we take on the responsibility to be caring and supportive and to foster respect,” said Bob Bentley, Cherokee Outdoor Y camp director. “We encourage kids to connect with nature, make friends and learn new skills, all in a positive environment.” In addition to camps at the Cherokee Outdoor Y, children ages 5-12 may attend a camp at the G. Cecil Pruett Family YMCA in Canton. Reflecting its Judeo-Christian heritage, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, with programs and services which build spirit, mind and body. The Y recognizes that healthy lifestyles are achieved through nurturing mind, body and spirit.
“One of the unique things about the YMCA is we are truly a family community center,” said Williams, who teaches group fitness classes at the Canton YMCA. “The Y is a place where change happens in an encouraging environment.” All six of Williams’ children (who range in age from 13-29) have participated in summer camp and youth programs, and five of them have worked at the Y. Her grandchildren are now enjoying the Y, with one in youth soccer and the other in a Mommy-and-Me class. “If we don’t get kids thinking in terms of living an active lifestyle, many times, they will not pursue fitness in adulthood,” said Williams. “We want to encourage kids who are athletic to pursue their
dreams, and we want to encourage kids who just want to hike trails and have fun outdoors. The Y does both of these things for our youth.” Williams’ family remains committed to fitness, serving the community and living out the core values they learned at the Y. “I can’t imagine what my family’s life would have been like, had it not been for our experience at the Y,” said Williams.
For a complete list of camps and program features, visit CherokeeYMCARegistration.com, or call 770-345-9622.
One Family Looks Back on Decades at the Y Swimming, sports teams, summer camps, fitness programs — Tina Williams and family have done it all at the Y, beginning approximately twenty years ago, when her oldest son played soccer.
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Can Infant Feeding Guidelines Prevent Food Allergies? Dr Vicki Knight-Mathis, M.D. Data from the CDC reports a 50% rise in food allergies in children between 1997 and 2011. The risk of food allergies may range from hives to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. A child’s risk of developing food allergies is higher if a parent has food allergies, eczema, allergic rhinitis or asthma. The most frequent lifethreatening allergy is peanut allergy. It has been a longstanding recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to delay the introduction of common food allergens, which includes eggs, fish and peanuts. This year, the AAP endorsed new guidelines in infant feeding based on a
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landmark study LEAP (Learning Early About Peanut) trial. This study involved having children with eczema and/or an egg allergy either ingest or avoid peanuts. All infants ages 4-11 months had a skin test for allergies, and those with severe peanut allergies were excluded. At age five, there was an 86% risk reduction in infants with a negative skin test and a 70% risk reduction in children with a mildly positive skin test. Current guidelines for peanut introduction put infants into 3 groups: • High-risk infants with severe eczema and/or egg allergies are recommended to have blood allergy testing or a skin test prior to introduction of peanuts. Based on test results, home introduction, observed introduction in a doctor’s office or avoidance may be recommended. If peanuts are allowed, introduction as early as 4-6 months is recommended. • Moderate-risk infants with mild or
•
moderate eczema are recommended to introduce peanuts at about six months of age, following successful introduction of other foods. Low-risk infants with no eczema and no food allergy are recommended to introduce peanuts along with other foods at about six months of age.
The recommendations suggest peanut exposure three or more times per week. Peanuts may be introduced by stirring smooth peanut butter into warm baby cereal. Remember, peanuts and peanut butter can be choking hazards. Since children with food allergies are 2-4 times more likely to develop allergic rhinitis and asthma, simply introducing peanuts early may reduce your child’s risk of lifelong allergies.
Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a pediatric physician at DV Pediatrics. 770-704-0057. DVPediatrics.com
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“It’s a small world, but I wouldn’t want to paint it.”
Quotables “Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere.” - Erma Bombeck
- Steven Wright
“The best way to destroy an enemy is to make him a friend.” - Abraham Lincoln “It is impossible to
live without failing
at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all — in which case, you fail by default.” - J.K. Rowling
“Being a mother is learning about strengths you didn’t know you had and dealing with fears you didn’t know existed.” - Linda Wooten
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“Do not make your goal to be the best.
‘Best’ is a label.
It’s something someone else decides for you. ‘Better’ is more personal.” - Mikhail Baryshnikov
“A man can fall many times, but he isn’t a failure until he begins to blame someone else.” - Unknown
“Despite how open, peaceful and loving you attempt to be, people can only meet you as deeply as they’ve met themselves.” - Matt Kahn
“It doesn’t matter that your dream came true if you spent your whole life sleeping.” - Jerry Zucker
“The great and curious truth of the human experience is that selflessness is the best thing you can do for yourself.” - David McCullough Jr. “Each friend represents a world in us, a world not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.” - Anais Nin
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“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” - Henry David Thoreau
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jaw region, displacement or misalignment of the upper and lower jaw bones, and arthritis.
TMJ and Jaw Joint
Disorders By L. Michael Cox, D.M.D.
What is TMJ? TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. Humans have one on each side of their skull, consisting of two bones separated by a soft disc. The TMJ is commonly described as a hinge that assists in the movement of the jaw for talking, chewing and yawning. The TMJ’s are two of the most used joints in the body. What are common disorders affecting the jaw? TMJ disorders are conditions that affect the jaw joint and chewing muscles. They are generally categorized into three different types: pain or tenderness in the
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What causes TMJ disorders? It’s generally unknown what causes many cases of jaw problems. Certainly, an injury could develop into a TMJ disorder. Researchers are also exploring a possible link between female hormones and TMJ disorders, as the condition is roughly twice as common in women. Opinions vary significantly as to whether a misaligned bite or orthodontics can trigger a TMJ disorder. What symptoms are common with a TMJ disorder? •
Radiating pain in the face, jaw or neck
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Jaw muscle stiffness
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Limited movement or locking of the jaw
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Painful clicking, popping or grating in
largely on its cause and severity. Selfcare options include eating soft foods, applying heat or cold, stretching the jaw bones, and avoiding extreme movements and excessive chewing. For more serious problems, different types of medication are prescribed such as anti-inflammatories as well as splint therapy. The worst cases of TMJ disorders may or may not be helped by an oral appliance such as a stabilization splint or bite guard. In rare cases, surgery may be recommended. However, there are serious risks associated with any invasive procedure, especially one involving the bones and muscles of the skull. Always obtain multiple opinions from specialists, and fully explore the risks before undergoing any surgical procedure.
the jaw during opening or closing •
A change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together
How are TMJ disorders treated?
Dr. Michael Cox is a dentist with BridgeMill Dentistry on Sixes Road. 770-704-1812. BridgeMillDentistry.com
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Start Them Young! Teach Your Children Healthy, Money-Saving Habits By Jamie Mackrell
LIFESTYLE Saving is one of life’s most important skills to master, the younger the better. Building sound financial understanding skills will help children throughout their lifetime. However, according to Forbes, up to 74% of parents are hesitant to discuss financial advice with their children. Whether you’re a parent of a small child or a teenager, here are some ideas to get your offspring on the right path to saving.
Elementary School Children:
Teenagers:
Ideas for a Child of Any Age:
1. Open a savings account. Young children can start to understand the value of saving when they are as young as three or four. This knowledge can teach them about patience and waiting for things they truly want. 2. Use games and math to help them understand. Traditional games like Monopoly® or apps designed for this purpose can get kids to think about the value of money, along with ideas like saving for future events. 3. Take advantage of teachable moments. Taking a trip to the grocery store can be a great time to teach your kids about saving through cost comparisons or about the basics of credit cards.
1. Get a job. Part-time jobs can teach the value of earning money and how it can quickly accumulate. Younger kids can do chores or neighborhood jobs. 2. If your kids don’t already have a bank account, now’s the time to open one. Many financial institutions have mobile banking through phone apps, so your kids can track their balance at any time. This will help them feel in control and gain much needed financial independence. 3. Come up with a plan for saving. Creating a plan such as “save X amount every Y weeks” will prepare them for saving for college, a home and retirement. It also helps them learn to budget their money by having preset amounts already set aside for future uses. After all, $1,000 invested now at an 8% return rate will be $20,000 in 40 years if left alone.
1. Allowances are a fantastic tool for building money management understanding. Small amounts will teach savings habits when your kids are younger, whereas earning from chores will help them feel valued during their teenage years. Visualizations, such as charts monitoring their progress, are great tools to motivate them. 2. Matching the amount can be a great incentive towards saving. If your child is saving for a specific item or event, matching the amount they save will go a long way towards teaching them good savings habits. L
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Jamie Mackrell is the LGE Community Credit Union Retail Manager in Roswell. 1010 Mansell Road — next to Hennessy Porsche. 770-424-0060. JamieM@LGEccu.org, LGEccu.org
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nyone who has spent any amount of time in Georgia knows that the line between spring and summertime is often a blurry one. Georgia’s transition between these two seasons is not usually dictated by a date on the calendar, but rather by the temperature outside. Georgia frequently sees 80-90°+ temperatures while it’s still technically “spring.” So, if you’re looking for a unique way to cool off, check out some of these breathtaking waterfalls; submerge yourself in one of Mother Nature’s sparkling swimming holes, or let the kids (or kids at heart) glide down an awesome rock waterslide! Gather family and friends together, and make a day out of exploring these gorgeous Georgia locations!
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Highway 53 West, Dawsonville Latitude: 34.426321 Longitude: -84.211665
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Just off the Amicalola River Trail, you’ll find an awesome swimming hole and fun rock slides! You will need to purchase a parking pass ahead of time. A day pass is $3, or you can purchase an annual pass at GeorgiaWildlife.com. The entire trail is almost three miles long, but according to a post on 365AtlantaFamily.com, you won’t have to hike the entire trail to get to the swimming hole: From the parking lot, head down the stairs to the trailhead. You’ll follow the boardwalk for about a half-mile. When the boardwalk ends, you can catch a spectacular view of the rapids from a small observation deck. Don’t stop here. Follow the rough-terrain trail for a few hundred more feet. It will split, with the Amicalola River Trail following the top split to the left. You want to take the fork to the right to reach the swimming hole. If you happen to be an advanced kayaker: You may want to take the road from the north end of the parking lot (the area furthest away from the road) to the boat ramp/handicap parking area. This is a major put-in spot for those who want to test their skill on the class IV Edge of the World rapids that are about a half mile downstream (GeorgiaTrails.com).
Wildcat Camp Road, Dawson Swimming Hole Latitude: 34.5006580 Longitude: -84.2845210 Waterfall Latitude: 34.498855 Longitude: -84.293823 Wildcat trail is a streamlined hike along Wildcat Creek. There’s nothing quite like being able to hear the rushing water in the distance throughout your 3.4-mile hike to the reach the waterfall. It builds your anticipation of the amazing view that awaits you around an uncertain corner, as the crashing sound gets closer and closer, and the temperature in the air gets just a little bit cooler as you near the falls and the delightful swimming hole at its base. Wildcat Creek also connects with the Huckleberry, Fall, and Rocky Ford Creeks. This creek joins the Amicalola River in the Wildcat Campground, so you are welcome to make this trip an overnighter! The campground is by one of the bridges that crosses the Amicalola River. The total hike is almost seven miles long. There are a few moderate climbing spots, so this trail may not be the best choice for smaller children or those with physical limitations. There are also some areas that have ropes you can use to help you along your way. Be sure to dress appropriately because there are several areas where you will cross over the water, some are small, shallow areas, while others are nearly knee-deep streams. Many people like to hike this trail barefoot.
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7725 Pooles Mill Road, Ball Ground Poole’s Mill Park is ten acres of lovely property, boasting a charming covered bridge over Settendown Creek. The bridge was built in 1901 and refurbished in 1997. The stream alternates between gathering in small pools, providing great little swimming holes for kids to dip in the water, and areas where the water flows over rock, creating little waterfalls throughout creek. If you like to fish, be sure to bring your rod, and try your luck. There are also sloping rocks for the kids to slide down. This park has a nice playground with slides and swings as well as plenty of parking. There are a few walking trails with some great scenery along the way. The picnic areas are perfect for enjoying an afternoon lunch. continued on page 42 WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
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Chattahoochee National Forest 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Road, Tallulah Falls
Ø Be sure to wear an old swim suit. If
you’re rock sliding or sitting on rocks and sediment, you probably don’t want to wear your most expensive trunks or bikini.
Ø Wear water shoes. You will likely be
walking across rocks and other rough terrain, and you’ll want to protect your feet. Also, be careful when stepping on rocks and stones. They are often slippery, and smaller “stepping stones” may be unstable.
If you plan to hike down to Bridal Veil Falls via Sliding Rock Trail, it would be wise to arrive early, especially on nice days, as you must obtain a free permit to hike this trail, and permits are limited to only 100 per day. This is a pretty rigorous 3.4-mile hike, which may not be suitable for younger children or anyone with physical limitations; dogs are also not allowed on this trail. So, if you’re up for the challenge, when you get to the floor of the gorge, you are rewarded with a huge rock slide that lands you right in the middle of a deep, sparkling swimming hole, which is the only spot where you’re allowed to swim in the entire gorge. Even if you don’t manage to score one of the day’s 100 permits to hike Sliding Rock Trail to the slide and swimming hole, there are many other openaccess trails to traverse at this hiker’s paradise, complete with waterfalls and whitewater-filled views. There is also an impressive, breathtaking suspension bridge that ascends to the canyon’s south rim.
Ø Obey the rules. Be sure that you don’t go
past any private property signs that may be posted near some of these locations, and for your safety, be sure to adhere to all government-posted signs.
Ø Whatever you carry in, carry it back out.
Respect these beautiful areas, and the visitors who want to enjoy them after you, by not leaving any of your trash or personal belongings behind.
Ø Don’t forget the sunscreen! For more information about these and other beautiful Georgia locations, visit GaStateParks.org, AtlantaTrails.com, SwimmingHoles.org/ga.html or ExploreGeorgia.org.
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650 Watson Mill Road, Comer Just twenty minutes east of Athens, this park is somewhat of a hidden gem. Its covered bridge is the longest of the fewer than twenty covered bridges that remain in Georgia. During summer, visitors can play in or slide down the cool river shoals just below this historical bridge. Visitors can also go fishing, rent kayaks or pedal boats (seasonal), rent campsites or cabins, reserve a picnic shelter for a family reunion or other large event. Bikers and hikers will find five and seven miles worth of trails, respectively, and horse owners can reserve a stable for their horse, and enjoy fourteen miles worth of horseback riding trails.
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Book Review BY FARRIS YAWN
As many people know, members of what is known as the Greatest Generation don’t often share a lot of personal war stories. Many of the people who came home from WWII kept their war experiences to themselves. As time passes, there are fewer and fewer of these veterans left, and some people are trying to record these first-hand accounts before they are lost forever. Denver Peardon is one such person. Denver sat down with these veterans in their homes or assisted living centers and wrote down their experiences to share with the world. Denver stated, “For most veterans, it was very difficult to share their stories. I have a couple of them that took years to agree to talk about the war, and some still refused. I feel like I am keeping a secret from the rest of the world if I don’t share what I have. We have all heard the stories of famous divisions or famous individuals from World War II, but these are the stories of the local, everyday soldiers that you very rarely hear from. Some stories may be difficult to understand or to relate to. I didn’t want to change anything because it would not be the accurate history. The stories are told in the words of the ones who were there.” For this collection, Denver has stories from William Pressley, Fred Goodwin Sr., George and Rae McLaughlin, Louis Moysin, H.T. Padgett, Charlie Harrell, Carl D. Beck, Jake McGarity, Floyd J. Land, Leland and Elsie Bell, Louis and Fran Wagner, Cecil Page Davis, Alfred L. Butterworth, Wilmer Frady and Cliff Nolte. Their stories will carry you from the Aleutian Islands of Alaska, to Pearl Harbor, to Casablanca, to Calcutta and all points in between. We owe an enormous debt to these men and women, and everyone should read and share their stories of fighting for our freedom. Everyone who puts on a uniform should be celebrated as part of the Greatest Generation.
Farris Yawn is the owner of Yawn’s Publishing, 2555 Marietta Highway, #103, Canton. 678-880-1922. YawnsPublishing.com
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Starting Anew By Pastor Jim McRae Spring is here, and we welcome the changing of the seasons. Spring means a new life. It’s a chance to hit reset. But for many of us, the days seem to go by so fast. We are busy with so many responsibilities, and admittedly, it has gotten a bit out of control. We’re so busy that we don’t have time for ourselves or God. Now, that’s TOO busy! Many of you recently enjoyed a spring break. Breaks are a great way to recharge our batteries, enabling us to tackle life once again. However, our break often just sends us right back into the same routine. Business as usual. But Jesus has something to say about that. “And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the
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wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins.” Mark 2:22. Have you ever thought about that? Our lives are supposed to be something new. Yet, we continue to pour our new life into the same old habits and patterns of yesterday. We continue to think that we can keep the same schedule, love the same things, worship the same stuff, behave the same way, and still somehow arrive to a place of peace and love. Insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result. I’m hoping we decide to use our breaks to really break away from our
old life into a new life that has God at the center. Get into a Sunday school or small group. See about getting into a Bible study. If you find yourself coming to worship only 50% of the time, then bump it up to 75%. Serve outside yourself. Give generously. There are so many ways to break out. There are so many ways to start living! It starts today. Make the decision. Stick with it because you are brand new! It’s time all of us let the world see it.
Jim McRae is the pastor at Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, Canton. 770-479-2502. CantonFirstUMC.org
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Peachy Pyron’s debut album, Worth the Burn. was released when she was only fourteen years old and included several self-penned tracks. At that time, her music decidedly fell into the country music genre. As she matured, her sound transformed to an eclectic mix of indie singer/songwriter with a bluesy tone and an acoustic style. Whichever genre, Peachy has a soulful voice that can mesmerize the listener. Her creativity has always been evident. As a toddler, she asked her parents to call her “Peachy.” In that moment, a star was born. It is this type of unwavering support from her parents that cultivated the creativity that has shaped Peachy into the young woman she is today. She first picked up the guitar at eight years old, but according to Peachy, she didn’t immediately fall in love with it. After a few years and a change in instructors, as her song titled “In Love with My Guitar” suggests, she was re-inspired. At the age of twelve, Peachy began playing, singing and performing shows. continued on page 46
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Artists such as Chris Stapleton and Ray LaMontane greatly influence Peachy as she continues to create her own sound and image. She appreciates Stapleton’s ability to cross genres. She first heard LaMontane on a road trip with her family and was captivated by his sound. The rental car the family was using happened to be tuned to the “Coffeehouse Radio” station. Since that day, Peachy has attended four of Ray LaMotane’s concerts and considers him one of her biggest musical influences. Photos courtesy of Lou Ramondi
From playing the guitar and singing to song writing and performing, Peachy enjoys all aspects of the craft. Over the years, she has taken several trips to Nashville to co-write music. While she has not recorded anything lately, at age seventeen, Peachy is busy taking college courses while finishing high school and working. With all that she has going on, she wishes she had more time to write and play. Peachy still finds the time to perform, most recently playing shows at Madlife Stage and Studios in Woodstock. She enjoys giving her audience new music at every show. The creative process is important to her, though it’s always different. Sometimes, a billboard inspires her; other times, it may start with a line, title, hook or melody. Peachy calls music her outlet and finds the process of writing and playing a healing one. Even though she is young, she is poised beyond her years. Her advice to artists just starting out? “Always stay inspired.” This is what allows the creative process to keep moving forward.
Tina Morris is a student in the MFA creative writing program at Reinhardt University. 770-720-5582. Reinhardt.edu/Graduate/ MFA-CW/
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Risotto Ingredients and Procedure: Select your favorite Italian Arborio rice, and prepare it according to package instructions. Finish it with one cup of parmesan cheese.
Shiitake Mushroom and Fire-roasted Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 10 Roma tomatoes, roasted and charred on the grill then pulsed in a food processor 1 small Vidalia onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups full-flavor chicken stock 8 oz. shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced thick Âź cup brandy 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter (serves 4)
Shiitake Mushroom and Fire-roasted Tomato Sauce Procedure: Heat the olive oil and butter in a sauce pot. Add the onions, garlic, salt and pepper, and cook until they start to sweat. Add the shiitake mushrooms, and cook slightly until they start to soften, and the juices start to render. Add the brandy, and reduce slightly. Add the roasted tomatoes and chicken stock. Reduce over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes or until the consistency has thickened. Add the thyme, and turn the heat off, but leave the pot on the stove top to remain warm.
Grilled Lamb Chops Procedure and Plating: Grill 4 lamb chops to your desired preference of doneness. Put a generous bed of risotto on a plate, and top with a lamb chop. Top the lamb chop and risotto with the sauce, making sure to get a decent amount of shiitake mushrooms on each. Garnish with parmesan cheese, if desired.
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A Tribute to Our Mothers… By Drs. Petrosky, Harkins and Leake
”Of all the rights of women, the greatest is to be a mother” – Lin Yutang Mothers, this is dedicated to you. Mothers make sacrifices. They cook, clean, work, run a household, help with homework, kiss their children’s boo-boos, read bedtime stories, take them to the dentist, doctors and extracurricular activities. They stay up late when little ones are sick and when older ones get home from their nerve-wracking first date. Mothers strive to give their children every opportunity available to them. They do their best to raise their children to be good, moral adults. They pass on the best of themselves. With Mother’s Day approaching, we recognize all this and more. It’s time to do something for yourself.
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Are you tired of your insecurities? Then invest in yourself by addressing whatever may be bothering you. Throughout the ages, women have turned to brassieres, corsets and surgery to obtain a more pleasing bust line. The size, shape and appearance of the breast can influence how women feel about their bodies. From stubborn fat on the thighs to that little extra pooch on your belly, liposuction is often just what you need to achieve the appearance you’ve always dreamed of. Liposuction continues to be one of the most asked about procedures. A person’s eyes can tell you a lot about them. But what happens when your eyes look older than you feel? What if aging has made your eyelids look tired, puffy and wrinkled, but inside, you feel vibrant and ready to take on the day? This year, vow to focus on yourself. There are a variety of treatments available today
to improve your body, face or skin. You deserve to look and feel your best. Cheers to you, mothers everywhere!
Drs. Petrosky, Harkins and Leake are board-certified plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center of the South. 770-421-1242. PlasticSurgeryCenterOf TheSouth.net
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Spring Gardening May Yield Historical Surprises By Joshua Fuder
As a youngster, I was fascinated with the idea of becoming an archaeologist. I would routinely bury my coin collection in plastic bags, make maps, and months later, get my metal detector out and go dig them up. Indiana Jones I was not, but I never lost my appreciation and sense of wonder about the people and animals that inhabited the earth before me. Last spring, my wife and I were expecting the arrival of our first child. As a new parent, my mind was continually preoccupied with what kind of parent I would be, what type of personality and interests my son would have and how that would influence his life into adolescence and adulthood.
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Just a few weeks after our son was born, I was taking a midday stroll in my freshly tilled garden. It was after a rain, which is prime rock-harvesting time. I jokingly refer to my garden as a prehistoric parking lot, given the neverending supply of jagged, granite stones. However, this stroll yielded more than the typical handfuls of brown granite. Usually, I only bend down for bigger rocks that go clank on the hoe or tiller, but at the end of one row, a small rock caught my eye through the rain-soaked soil. I reached for the burgundy-hued rock, and I was surprised to find an arrowhead about the size of a fifty-cent piece. Not knowing much about Native American relics, I sent some pictures off to the University of Georgia’s Anthropology Department.
They reported that my “arrowhead” was, in fact, much older than bow and arrow technology and was actually a corner-notch spear point from the Middle Archaic Period (5000-3000 B.C.). I was astounded and humbled to have found this piece of ancient history while performing the trivial task of picking up rocks. Finding the treasure has given me a greater connection to my garden, and I hope it will inspire my son to value human history and the natural world. If I am lucky, he will one day be in charge of picking up the rocks in the garden.
Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. Contact the UGA Extension office for any gardening assistance, 770-721-7830 or CAES.UGA.Edu/ extension/cherokee
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hile all funerals are somber, special, personal and moving experiences for the family and friends who are in mourning, if you’ve ever attended a military funeral, you have experienced an additional level of respect and gratitude through the different traditions, protocols and etiquettes that must be followed by our nation’s military as they assist families in honoring our nation’s veteran and active duty soldiers. There’s nothing quite like the vision of the impeccable, white-gloved hands of the soldiers as they make each meticulous, meaningful fold of the flag. There’s nothing quite like the emotional feeling one gets as one of our nation’s soldiers kneels in front of a fallen veteran’s spouse, mother, father or child to present them with that now folded flag that had been draped across their loved one’s casket only moments before. There’s nothing quite like the sound of “Taps” being played in the distance as you sit with your head bowed, while chill bumps prickle across your skin. And there’s nothing that will jar you back into the moment quite like the honor displayed through the 3-volley firing of rifles. Why is it so important to perform these tasks? “The importance of etiquette during a military funeral/burial is
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that it is a way to show reverence and respect to the fallen and their family. There is a certain protocol at each military funeral/burial that ensures that the service will be presented the same way for each of the fallen,” said Robert Wallace, chairman of the advisory council for the Georgia National Cemetery. But what do all of these things mean? What do they symbolize? 52
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The 3-Volley Rifle Fire
This tradition dates to the European dynastic wars (1688-1748). The volleys were shots fired during a battle to request a pause in the fighting to allow time for both sides to remove the bodies of fallen soldiers from the battlefield. The three bullets represent the three volleys fired, and also symbolize the words duty, honor and country. Three shell casings, one for each volley, are often slipped into the folded flag before it is presented to the family. Many people often mistake a 3-volley rifle fire for a 21-gun salute. The three volleys are fired from rifles, not “guns.” In the military, a “gun” is actually a large-caliber weapon, such as a cannon.
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“Taps”
After the 3-volley rifle fire, a bugler will play “Taps” as the flag is being folded. “Taps” originated during the Civil War. It was played to indicate to the soldiers that it was time to extinguish the lights and to go to sleep. It was later used as a figurative call in death, symbolizing the extinguishing of life, or eternal sleep.
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When a veteran or active duty soldier dies, the casket is covered with the flag, and the stars are always placed over the left shoulder of the deceased. This is due to the patriotic tradition started during the Napoleonic wars. During the Napoleonic Wars, a flag was used to cover the dead as they were taken from the battlefield on a caisson. As soldiers remove the flag from the casket, they
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make exactly twelve folds in it. Each fold has a meaning: 1. Life on earth 2. Eternal life 3. The veteran gave a portion of him/ her self for the defense of the United States. 4. Humanity’s weaker nature and American reliance of God in peace and war 5. Tribute to the United States 6. The state of the American heart 7. The United States armed forces 8. Tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death that humanity might see the light of day 9. Tribute to motherhood 10. Tribute to fatherhood 11. For the Jewish citizen, this fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. 12. For the Christian citizen, this fold represents the eternity, and glorifies God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
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When the flag is presented to the deceased’s next of kin, the blue field of stars is always facing up. The following is what is said to the next of kin during presentation, based upon to which branch of the military the deceased belonged:
U.S. Marine Corps: “On behalf of the President of the United States, the Commandant of the Marine Corps, and a grateful nation, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one’s service to country and Corps.” U.S. Navy: “On behalf of the President of the United States and the Chief of Naval Operations, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one’s service to this country and a grateful Navy.” If the next of kin has expressed a religious preference or belief, the following may be added: “God bless you and this family, and God bless the United States of America.” Everything about a military funeral/ burial is very deliberate. Robert Wallace assured, “The courtesies at a military funeral/burial are so that all aspects of the service for the fallen and their family are completed with honor and respect. It will impact the family members by showing them that we appreciate their service and sacrifice to our great nation, and they will not be forgotten.”
U.S. Air Force: “On behalf of the President of the United States, the Department of the Air Force, and a grateful nation, we offer this flag for the faithful and dedicated service of (service member’s rank and name).” U.S. Army: “This flag is presented on behalf of a grateful nation and the United States Army as a token of appreciation for your loved one’s honorable and faithful service.” U.S. Coast Guard: “On behalf of the President of the United States, the Commandant of the Coast Guard, and a grateful nation, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one’s service to country and the Coast Guard.”
« Sources: VeteransUnited.com: “A Final Salute: Know the Symbolism Behind Military Funerals,” Derek Hartley. TheBalance.com: “What Do the Three Bullets Represent in Military Funerals?” & “Military Funeral Customs and Traditions” Rod Powers. MilitarySalute.ProBoards.com: Military Salute Project.
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Annual
Many men take better care of their vehicles than themselves. Oil changes, car washes and yearly tune-ups are routine. But unlike caring for their cars, men can be reluctant to schedule an annual checkup for themselves. Many worry about what they will discover. In fact, one-third of all men don’t even have a primary care physician. Don’t men deserve regular maintenance, too? An annual well check can be the difference between a vibrant life and terrible quality of life — or worse. It may surprise some that a yearly wellness visit with a primary care physician is included in most insurance plans. It’s more effective to treat a health condition early rather than treating it after it is out of control. Like car maintenance, basic health screenings point to areas of concern that need to be addressed before they cause damage in the future. Recommended tests vary from patient to patient based on factors including age, sex, medical history and family history. Most
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are Crucial to Men’s Health physicians evaluate for things like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, depression and prostate cancer. It’s also important to make sure men are up-todate on immunizations and boosters (like flu shots). In order to be proactive about health, men should stay informed about diet and
exercise recommendations from specialty groups, and make sure to schedule one physical with lab work each year. These appointments help men learn what aspects of health they need to work on and allow them to set healthy goals. Many times, goals may include losing weight. Maintaining a healthy weight decreases the risk for high blood pressure,
By Attri Datta, M.D.
diabetes, stroke and heart disease. It is not a realistic goal to lose twenty pounds in a week, but losing realistic amounts of weight a little bit at a time is achievable. Long-term health goals are easier to accomplish if they are broken down into smaller, more reasonable objectives. In addition to having the reward of a healthier life, patients are being rewarded for going to wellness checks in other ways. Many companies have health initiatives and give financial benefits to employees who take the time to talk about their health with their healthcare provider. Most men would not let their vehicle get to 30,000 miles without a tune-up. Men also need their “tune-up” each year to remain running like a well-oiled machine.
Attri Datta is a board-certified physician at WellStar Family Medicine, 203 Woodpark Place, Woodstock. 770-926-4150. Wellstar.org
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Should I Repair or Replace My HVAC System?
By Jessica Helms
Temperatures are hot, and we are all preparing for a spicy summer! If you are already having troubles with your air conditioning unit, then you may be wondering, “Should I continue to repair my system, or should I replace it?”
Consider the following when making this decision: • The age of your system – if your unit is over fifteen years old, you should consider replacing it. Think of a vehicle; once a vehicle gets past a certain mileage, it is not worth investing money into costly repairs. You are better off purchasing a new ride and forgoing the repair costs. • Have you recognized that your utility bills are increasing but your energy provider has not increased their rates? This is an indicator that you could benefit from replacing your current system with a more efficient system. • Are you planning to move or retire any time soon? If you plan to stay in your current home for several years, it may be worth your initial investment to replace your system entirely. This will save you the headache of costly and timely repairs. In the same regard, if you are planning to retire, the last thing you want to have to worry about during your retirement is constant repairs to your unit. • Contact a contractor you can trust to Jessica Helms is an executive assistant/ give you an honest, comprehensive communications director for R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 770-917opinion of the condition of your 1795. RAndDMechanical.net system, which will help you determine what is best for your family.
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M Mother’s Day By Tim Morris
LIFESTYLE Mother’s Day is always my favorite time to reflect on my mom and her determination for her sons to have a better life than she experienced. My mom had all four of us before she was twenty years old. She worked three jobs to make sure we never went without anything, but in return, we had to promise to finish school and perhaps go to college. My mom never finished 8th grade; becoming a high school graduate was something she never experienced. I wanted to make her proud, so I finished high school. I followed my brothers’ footsteps to Georgia Southern University. Three of us obtained our college degree, and our proud mother was at each graduation with the biggest smile. In 1990, at the age of 49, my mother was killed in a car accident. Each
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Mother’s Day, I have those lasting memories of her. I ask myself every year, “Would she be proud of the man I’ve become?” In my working career in aging, I’ve been told some horrible stories about mothers who had no relationship with their children. These people spent the remaining years of their life alone. There’s always two sides of a story, but I only get to hear one. I could never imagine anything my mom would’ve done to cause me to not want to see her. One recent story that hit home was after Christmas; I had a 62-yearold homeless lady in my office. She moved here from up north to live with her son, but on Christmas Eve, she was told to leave. So, she lived in her car for over week. Senior Services and the Cherokee County Aging Council put her up for a week
in a hotel. The Veteran’s Homeless Program found her another place to live. I’d like to challenge you to take the time this Mother’s Day to tell your mom how much you love her. I’d love to be able to say “I love you” to my mom one more time. L
Tim Morris is the Director of Cherokee County Senior Services. 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-479-7438. CherokeeGa.com/Senior-Services
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“If you build it, they will come.” While this is a popular quote from the movie Field of Dreams, it has certainly been true for Cashin’s Sculpture Garden in Alpharetta. Jack Cashin, owner of Chukkar Farm Polo Club & Event Facility, had envisioned an outdoor sculpture garden on the property for some time. Jack is a serial entrepreneur and creator of many commercial enterprises. As a passionate supporter of the arts, he always felt large sculptures along the trail through the forest made sense. The response has been wonderful. Many people visit the farm each year to attend weddings, corporate outings and concerts or to watch a polo match, take riding and polo lessons and now, to partake in “Nature’s Cathedral” by walking Cashin’s Sculpture Garden trail. Cashin’s Sculpture Garden is located on the 100+ acres of Chukkar Farm Polo Club & Event Facility, which hosts a vast array of events and activities, drawing a diverse crowd of many thousands of visitors each year, so they can be immersed in the charm
and gorgeous surroundings that make up Chukkar Farm. The grand opening of the Sculpture Garden took place in May of 2015. The installation is along an existing horse riding trail that gently meanders through a spectacular hardwood forest. The sun dapples through the leaves, setting the stage for wonderment. There are 26 large-scale sculptures, including a great variety of art styles, from abstract to representational. The artist roster includes many well-known professionals from Georgia, Florida and North Carolina. Chukkar Farm also offers the facility for fund-raising events by non-profit organizations, and they include a polo match as the entertainment feature. Whether you are planning a wedding, looking for a great location for your
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company outing, planning a fund raiser, want to attend a concert, try your hand at polo or are looking for a peaceful, soul-enriching walk in the woods, pairing art and nature, Chukkar Farm Polo Club & Event Facility is the place to go. When you visit for an event, you can add the Sculpture Garden to your activities. If you are just visiting for the Sculpture Garden, it is only open by appointment with a group of eight or more. More sculptures will be added in phases, and current sculptures will be replaced with new ones from time to time. All sculptures are on consignment and for sale to the public. In 2017, Mr. Cashin wants to add a variety of programming that would allow the Sculpture Garden to be open more to individuals who want to enjoy the art. For more information, or to see their calendar of events, check out ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com.
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Canton Farmers Marketth Opens May 27
By Pat Gold The Canton Farmers Market, brought to you by the Canton Main Street Program, kicks off its ninth year of operation on Saturday, May 27th. The Market is located in the center of historic downtown Canton, in Cannon Park, 130 E. Main Street. The hours of operation are Saturdays, 9:00am-1:00pm, through October. The market format was revised in 2015, which has led to the attraction of several exciting new vendors. The Canton Farmers Market was voted #1 in this area by the readers of Canton Family Life magazine in 2016. The 2017 season should be another big year, as vendor participation has doubled since last year, and there are already several new vendors applying for this season. The Market opens on a holiday weekend, and over fifty vendors are expected. Lots of entertainment, educational and/or special events will be featured throughout the season. The schedule of events will be highlighted on the Canton Farmers Market Facebook page, and flyers will be available at the Market each weekend. Opening day will feature the Barnyard Friends petting zoo. Bring your kids out to celebrate the end of school season and the start of summer vacation while browsing for fresh produce, bread, pastries, eggs, seafood, meat, pasta, desserts and artisanal items!! This is a Georgia-grown, producer-only market, and all farmers within one hundred miles of Canton may participate at no cost. For more information, contact the market manager at CantonGAFarmersMarket@yahoo.com, or send a message on the Canton Farmers Market Facebook page. The application, rules and regulations are also available on the Canton Historic Downtown Loop Resources page (CantonHDL.com/resources).
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Pat Gold is the public outreach manager for the City of Canton. 770-704-1548. Canton-Georgia.com
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F i n d g e e r r Treatment e v e S By Atlanta Hand Specialist Staff
If you sever a finger in an accident, there are four immediate actions you can take that can help preserve your finger and staunch the flow of blood. Taking these quick steps, along with contacting the right medical personnel, may affect whether the finger can be reattached or not.
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Clean and Dress the Injury
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After cutting and severing a finger, one of the first things to do is wash the affected area. Run the finger under water to clean the injury and to remove any debris. If a large piece of debris is still lodged in your finger, do not remove the piece. Clean around the debris as much as possible. After cleaning the area, place a bit of sterile dressing, like gauze or a clean washcloth, on the area. Compress the injury to help stop the flow of blood.
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Clean and Preserve the Severed Finger
After cleaning your injury, quickly sanitize the amputated finger with water or a saline solution. Wrap the finger in moist gauze or a moist towel, and place it in a watertight bag. Place that bag in a container or a bag of ice to preserve the finger. Do not place the finger directly on ice, as this can further damage the finger.
Elevate and Immobilize the Hand
After you’ve cleaned and dressed the area, try and keep the hand up as much as possible to help slow the flow of blood. If you have a splint available, immobilize the hand and finger to help prevent further injury and to slow blood flow.
Contact the Appropriate Medical Personnel
Atlanta Hand Specialist is located in Canton, Marietta, Smyrna and Douglasville. 770-333-7888. AtlantaHandSpecialist.com
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If you feel like you are in need of an ambulance, call 911 for medical attention. If at any time after the injury you feel lightheaded or dizzy, lie down immediately, and contact medical personnel or someone in your household to take the necessary steps for your medical care. Whether you need an ambulance or have a friend or family member drive you to the emergency room, seek medical attention sooner rather than later. Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month
While recently attending CES in Las Vegas, I was delighted to see how popular turntables have become. Vinyl records just might be here to stay. Even today, with digital downloads coming in hi-res, a record is still the most uncompressed way to listen to your favorite artist. With great speakers, a big amplifier and a quality turntable, you’re getting as close to the real thing as is humanly possible. In January, I saw a beautiful, red, wall-mountable turntable by ProJect that I had to have. It took
For the Love three months to arrive, but it was worth the wait. We installed it at our store, wired it back to our A/V cabinet and piped the audio to the twelve music zones. This included our theater room, which has a high-end set of Palladium speakers, with a USA-built AudioControl amp to power them.
purchase was Sturgill Simpson’s A Sailor’s Guide to the Earth. First, the actual act of opening a record was amazing, as was the artwork in the liner notes. And then, hearing it on vinyl was like hearing it for the first time again. The saxophones and backup vocals lit up like an aura around the lead vocals, so much so that all three of us in the room dropped our jaws. This record was followed by Willie Nelson’s “Always on My Mind,” and once again, the room came alive with realism. James Taylor rounded out the taste test, and by the time it was over, I
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was already on Amazon buying more records to try on the new turntable.
Michael Buckner is owner of Audio Intersection, a provider of audio and video in Georgia. 770-479-1000. AudioIntersection.com
Truly, I’ve not been this in love with music in years. My first
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