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September 2014

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City On A Hill

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Riverfest 2014

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....................... Business Life

................ Woodstock Minute

....................... Scoop of Life

............. Community Partners

......................... Taste of Life

......... Main Street Woodstock

......................... Artist Profile

........................ Book Review

............................. Chamber

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If we use the power we now possess to communicate the basic human needs of the imperiled or impoverished, and as a society use that knowledge and our networks to come together for the good of all — then it’s entirely possible that the message of “love thy neighbor” may spread farther than ever. If you can, give a little or give a lot. Be creative, make it fun, and tell your friends how good it made you feel. We’re all in this together; accept the challenge! Jack Tuszynski, publisher

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We are raising awareness for the needs of our friends, neighbors, those with “something in common,” and even complete strangers in new and inventive ways. Is it just me, or are there more fun runs, road races of every length, obstacle courses and other challenges? Are we becoming a culture that has the will to push ourselves to make life better for others?

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t’s been difficult recently not to notice the many different ways that people in and around our communities are helping others in need. There’s an entirely new generation that seems to have set their sights on creating a network of support using the Internet and social media. We hear stories about children raising awareness for other children with needs through crusades in their schools. New organizations of victims are becoming warriors to empower and give direction to the abused, providing and educating in new ways not thought of in the past to end domestic violence. Our elderly citizens are finding solace and comfort through groups that visit regularly, bring meals or simply provide friendship and company. Several groups have been born of the need to feed the hungry in our cities — sometimes even entire families that may have been displaced by tragedy, a job loss or result of the economy are finding hope and renewed strength as they start over.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jose Baez, State Senator Brandon Beach, Chris Bryant, Crystal Bryant, Jyl Craven, Arlene Dickerson, Amy Economopoulos, Louise Estabrook, Catherine Groves, Heike Hellmann-Brown, Jenna Hill, Michelle Knapp, Lorre LaMarca, Calvin W. Moss, Dr. Vishant Nath, Dr. Vishal Patel, Janet Read, Nick Roper, Suzanne Taylor

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Calendar SEPTEMBER

4, 11, 18 & 24

September Brown Bag Concerts Bring a chair, pick up some lunch at one of Woodstock’s great downtown restaurants, and enjoy a free concert in the park. September 4: John Amoroso; September 11: Craig Gleason; September 18: Mary Kate Farmer; September 25: TBA. 12:00-1:00 p.m., The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770-517-6788.

Friday Night Live — Wear your favorite team’s colors and gear at “The Great Downtown Tailgate” Friday Night Live. Enjoy live music, contests, games and fun. Plus, downtown merchants will stay open late and will offer special activities related to the theme of the month. Also, every $10 purchase made at a downtown business during Friday Night Live automatically will register you into a drawing for a $100 Downtown Dollars Gift Certificate. Just bring your receipt for any purchase made at a Downtown business during the event to the Woodstock Visitors Center to enter the contest. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Downtown Woodstock. WhatsUpWoodstock.com

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Yard Sale — Bascomb United Methodist Church will host a two-day yard sale, open to the public. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock. 770-9269755, ext. 17, BascombChurch.org

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Diabetes Prevention Class — Northside Hospital-Cherokee hosts a special class on diabetes prevention/management on the second Tuesday of each month. The class will help participants learn how to count carbohydrates; learn the difference between insulin resistance, pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes; learn about blood glucose levels; and obtain nutrition and healthy meal tips. The class is $35; pre-registration is required. 5:00-7:00 p.m., Northside Hospital-Cherokee Education Building, 130-B Oakside Court, Canton. 404845-5555, option “0.”

9/11 Day of Remembrance The City of Woodstock and the Woodstock Jaycees hosts this special memorial honoring those lost on 9/11, as well as the service men and women who continue to fight for our freedom. A limited number of 9/11 remembrance lapel pins will be given to attendees of the event. 7:00 p.m., The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770-517-6788

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The Swingin’ Medallions in Concert — The 2014 Woodstock Summer Concert Series continues with The Kentucky Headhunters and opening act Steven Phillips and Midnight Express. Other activities will include a moonwalk provided by Colby Chiropractic, face painting, balloon animals and food vendors. Free water will be provided by Momentum Church. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free to the public. 7:30 p.m., The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. WhatsUpWoodtock.com

Gardening Seminar — UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County will present a seminar on “Composting and Vermiculture.” Come out and learn simple ways to recycle kitchen scraps by composting. Registration is required. 10:00 a.m., Cherokee County Senior Services Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-721-7803, Facebook. com/CherokeeMasterGardeners

GLOW: A Gallery on the Green Artist Kristina Laurendi Havens illustrates the Woodstock community scene in 35 “Woodstock Vignettes,” created over the past two years. The works will be on display to the public and auctioned individually, with proceeds supporting the Reeves House restoration project that will transform the historic house into a permanent art gallery and studio. The event

‘Young Frankenstein’ A wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend based on Mel Brooks’ classic comedy masterpiece, the story follows bright young Dr. Frankenstein (that’s Fronkensteen) as he attempts to complete his grandfather’s masterwork and bring a corpse to life. Directer Kevin Anderton brings a new twist to the show, along with some of the usual suspects. Elm Street brings “Young Frankenstein” to life in a way that has not been done before! Tickets are available at the door and in advance. 7:30 p.m., September 5 & 6; 2:00 p.m., September 7, Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, City Center Auditorium, 8534 Main St., Woodstock. 678-494-4251, ElmStreetArts.org

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Library Events SequoyahRegionalLibrary.com Hickory Flat 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565

will include music, dancing, and hors de’oeuvres. 6:30 p.m., The Event Green at Elm Street, 111 Elm St., Woodstock. ElmStreetArts.org/GLOW

Gardening Seminar — UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County will present “Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden,” a working seminar. Attendees can help plant, ask questions, or just observe. Food that is planted in this garden will be donated to Papa’s Pantry. Registration is required. 10:00 a.m., Cherokee County Senior Services Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-721-7803, Facebook.com/ CherokeeMasterGardeners continued on

Rose Creek 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, 770-591-1491

Woodstock 7735 Main St., Woodstock, 770-926-5859

Story Times Family Story Times September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 10:30 a.m., Rose Creek September 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:30 a.m., Hickory Flat 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m., Woodstock Family story times are designed for families with children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult. These programs often feature stories, music, rhymes and a free craft activity.

Lapsit Story Times September 3, 10, 17 & 24 10:30 a.m., Rose Creek 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 p.m., Woodstock Lapsit story times will be limited to the first 15 children (plus their caregiver) to arrive and the doors to the program will be closed when the program begins.

Special Programs Drop-In Crafternoon Cherokee September 16, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Rose Creek September 17, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Woodstock September 18, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Hickory Flat Children of all ages are invited to craft the afternoon away! This program requires a participating adult. All materials will be provided.

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Ongoing Programs Reading Dogs September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hickory Flat September 3, 10, 17 & 24, 4:305:30 p.m., Rose Creek September 10, 17 & 24, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Woodstock Kids and dogs go together like books and reading. Letting a child read to a dog builds confidence by providing a friendly, furry and non-judgmental listener. Sessions of 10-15 minutes for ages 6 and up are available, but space is limited. Register by calling the appropriate branch up to two weeks before the scheduled event. Knitting Instruction September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 1:00-2:00 p.m., Rose Creek Interested in learning how to knit? A retired teacher will share her knitting skills with others. Bring your yarn, knitting needles and be prepared to have fun! Free, but registration is required: 770-591-1491. Rose Creek Book Club September 3, 11:00 a.m., Rose Creek The Rose Creek Book Club meets once a month to discuss their current book. Call the library’s Adult Services Dept. for the featured book and other details: 770-591-1491. Woodstock LEGO Club September 21, 3:00 p.m., Woodstock The Lego Club has a different theme each month. Children can work alone or in teams to make their special creation, which will be displayed in the library until next month’s meeting. All ages; children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Knit-a-Long September 25, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Hickory Flat Cindy Williams will lead this monthly knitting group. For information, call: 770-345-7565.

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Golf FORE Charity — Proceeds from BridgeMill Sixes Service League’s 5th annual charity golf tournament will support local nonprofit groups. The event also will include a luncheon, silent auctions and raffle prizes, and an awards ceremony. Billy Hayes, CEO of Northside Hospital-Cherokee, will be honored as part of the event. Registration and information are available online. 9:00 a.m. shotgun start, BridgeMill Athletic Club, 1190 Bridge Mill Ave., Canton. BSSLGolf.org

Fall Plant Sale — UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County’s annual fall plant sale will feature natives and drought-tolerant plants; sun and shade perennials; plants for butterfly gardens; and yard art. Master Gardeners also will be available to answer questions. Proceeds from the event will help fund educational programs provided by the UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Cherokee County Senior Services Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-721-7803, Facebook.com/ CherokeeMasterGardeners

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Riverfest — The Service League of Cherokee County will present its 30th annual Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival, a juried show featuring more than 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, entertainers, children’s activities and concessions. Proceeds from the event will help serve Cherokee County children in need. Admission for adults and children 11 and older is a $5.00 donation. The event will take place rain or shine. All areas are handicap accessible. Free parking and shuttle services will be available. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., September 27; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., September 28, Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Hwy., Canton. 770-704-5991, ServiceLeague.net

CCEF Golf Classic — The Cherokee County Educational Foundation (CCEF) will host its second annual Golf Classic, a fundraising tournament to support the students and educators of the Cherokee County School District. Proceeds from the Classic will enable CCEF to fund programs, including IMPACT Grants that support innovation in the classroom and scholarships for students. The event also will include a silent auction and raffle prizes. 10:00 a.m. shotgun scramble, Woodmont Golf & Country Club, 3105 Gaddis Road, Canton. 678-628-7918, CherokeeCountyEducationalFoundation.org

October

Friday Night Live — Grab a brew and celebrate Oktoberfest in Downtown Woodstock! Enjoy live music, contests, games and fun. Plus, downtown merchants will stay open late and will offer special activities related to the theme of the month. Also, every $10 purchase made at a downtown business during Friday Night Live automatically will register you into a drawing for a $100 Downtown Dollars Gift Certificate. Just bring your receipt for any purchase made at a Downtown business during the event to the Woodstock Visitors Center to enter the contest. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Downtown Woodstock. WhatsUpWoodstock.com

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Happy Trails By Calvin W. Moss

herokee County and its municipalities are among the safest in Georgia. Yet, recent events have raised awareness of safety, particularly on the trails in metro Atlanta. In Woodstock alone, cyclists from across the state bike more than 60,000 miles every month on trails in parks and throughout the city. With continued growth come both challenge and opportunity.

Woodstock’s trail system began with the vision of the Woodstock Mayor and City Council in 2007. With significant input from residents, business owners, and others, the resulting Greenprints Project master plan was formally adopted as part of the Comprehensive Town Plan 2030. The plan calls for a 60-plus-mile trail and open-space network throughout the city and surrounding areas. With construction under way or set to begin over the next year on the WellStar Community Health Trail at Woodstock Elementary School, the Rubes Creek Trail, Towne Lake Pass Trail, and the Community Health Trail at Dupree Park, our community will continue to grow as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

To further augment safety on the trail, the City, in partnership with Greenprints Alliance and the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association of Woodstock (SORBA), has developed a Trail Watch program comprised of community volunteers trained in trail safety, basic first-aid, and CPR. These identifiable volunteers observe and document trailsafety issues, provide a positive presence on the trails, serve as additional eyes and ears throughout the system, and promote safety reminders, such as: • •

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• The trail system is routinely patrolled by Woodstock Police, Fire, and Parks & Recreation employees. We recognize, however, that community engagement, creative problem solving, and effective partnerships hold the key to enduring improvements in public safety and the quality of life in our community.

Know operating hours (dawn to dusk) and regulations for use. When possible, use the buddy system and be sure someone knows where you are. Use routes most frequently used by others. Take a cell phone and know your location at all times. Be alert for suspicious activity and immediately report it to 911. If using headphones, keep the volume such that you can hear others around you. If driving to the trail, don’t leave valuables visible in your vehicle.

Woodstock trails have a lot to offer. I encourage you to explore the City of Woodstock’s website (WoodstockGa. gov) to learn more about them. You also can stay connected by following us on Facebook, Nation of Neighbors, Nixle,

and Twitter. For more information on the Trail Watch Program or to volunteer, call 770-517-6788. Remember, a vigilant community is a safe community. Be safe, and happy trails!

Calvin W. Moss is Chief of Police for Woodstock Police Dept. 770-5926012, CMoss@WoodstockGa.gov

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Tips for Finishing a Basement By Nick Roper As we prepare for the end of summer and the beginning of fall, it’s time to turn that unfinished area in your basement into finished usable space. A properly designed and finished basement can turn your basement into a variety of usable rooms, as well as add value to your home. Many homeowners choose to finish their basement on their own to save on the cost. While this method can be effective, it is important to make sure that

electrical wiring in the area to be finished is completed by a licensed electrician. According the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated annual average of 47,820 reported home structure fires involving electrical failure or malfunction from 2007 to 2011. These fires resulted in 455 civilian deaths, 1,518 civilian injuries, and $1.5 billion in direct property damage. While finishing a basement on a budget is preferable, the added cost for a licensed electrician is minimal in comparison to the possible loss of property due to faulty wiring. It is also important to make sure that the

electrical contractor that you select has a proven track record. If something does not function properly or you want to add something else later, you want to feel confident that the company will still be in business and can come back to your house if needed. Once the HVAC ducts and plumbing pipes have been installed, the electrical wiring needs to be installed. Don’t forget to have the electrician pre-wire for surround sound speakers (if your design calls for them) to keep unsightly wires out of sight. After the electrical wiring has been installed, you can move to installing drywall, flooring, and your trim work. Before you know it, you’ll have that movie room, bar, office, or home gym that you’ve always wanted!

Nick Roper is manager of business development for H&H Electric and Security LLC. 770-735-1136, MyAtlantaElectrician.net

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Kick off football season

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For many people, there are two seasons of the year: football season and the countdown to football season! The excitement of football season isn’t limited to just the players and fans, though; this is an exciting time of year for marching bands, cheerleaders, drill teams and everyone else who is involved in the game. We all are armchair referees, screaming and cheering for our team to win!

and tailgating ideas!

Watching football, whether college or professional, has really taken on a life of its own. While it is a lot of fun to head out to some of the local sports bars to watch the game, sometimes watching at home with some of your fellow fans is a better way to see the game (plus, you control the remote). Of course, for us girls who love to cheer for our team, much of the fun is in the extras that we do! Thanks to websites like Pinterest, you can find fun ideas for decorations, food and drinks for your football gathering. Some fun ideas include: •

Cover your table in green or traditional brown craft paper. Add your own yard markers with white first-aid tape to resemble a football field. No tape? Chalk will work, too!

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Anything in mason jars. If you haven’t noticed, mason jars are all the rage, and using them to hold anything and everything will make you look like a seasoned decorator.

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Make footballs out of your food. Brownies, ice cream sandwiches, even deviled eggs can be “footballed” by adding some squeezable, white frosting to look like the laces of a pigskin.

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Give everything a name! The easiest way to make your party table fun and festive is to make or print out some place cards and “name” the foods on your table. “Bulldog Burgers,” “Gator Grub,” “Touchdown Taco Dip” are just a couple of ideas, but you can

Last but not least, you will want to dress the part. Here are some Scoop Approved OTP online shops for you. For the ladies, Dress U (ShopDressU.com/ Shop) specializes in game-day wear. For the guys, we just discovered Bulldogs and Bowties (BulldogsAndBowties.com), which specializes in fraternity-type clothes that have team colors and, of course, a Bulldog as its logo. So, whether you are cheering on your child from the bleachers or watching NFL action from a comfortable recliner, if you love football season nothing compares to the feeling you get from this time of year. Sit back, enjoy, and may the best team win!

get creative.

Scoop of Life is compiled by Scoop OTP owners Suzanne Taylor and Michelle Knapp. For more Outside The Perimeter “Scoop,” visit ScoopOTP.com.

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Community Feature Greenprints Alliance Announces Premier Energy Partnership Greenprints Alliance has established a 10-year Foundation Funding Partnership with Premier Energy. The Foundation Funding will allow Greenprints Alliance to hire an executive director and begin marketing and soliciting public and private funding to help complete the award-winning Greenprints Master Plan, an extensive study commissioned by the Woodstock City Council in 2006. Upon completion, the Greenprints Master Plan will provide a network of multi-use trails, mountain bike trails, connections to public parks, alternative transit along 60-plus miles in and around Woodstock, and will connect area neighborhoods and public parks.

“Across the nation, cities are promoting healthy lifestyles through public access to parks and trails, while also stimulating economic development. The Greenprints Master Plan of trails is a great example of what can happen when public and private sectors work together.”

“Across the nation, cities are promoting healthy lifestyles through public access to parks and trails, while also stimulating economic development,” said Randy Davis, president/CEO of Premier Energy. “The Greenprints Master Plan of trails is a great example of what can happen when public and private sectors work together. My business partner, Skip Noll, and I selected Woodstock as the international headquarters for our business and our homes because of the healthy, walkable lifestyle. We are thrilled to see this visionary project come to life. The completed trail segments are transforming Woodstock and connecting people with nature. Our Foundation Partnership will help build the structural organization needed to guide the completion of the Master Plan.” continued on 16

— Randy Davis, president/CEO of Premier Energy

Congratulations to our August “7 Differences” winner, Bama Stahl!

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The completed trails, along with upcoming funded trail segments, will soon be home to outdoor recreational groups, trail programming, and community themed events and festivals. “Randy and Skip are among the early believers who want to help the Greenprints Master Plan of trails begin to transform Woodstock,” said Greenprints Alliance Board of Directors Chair David Potts. “This partnership will hopefully inspire other private corporate and individual donors, both new and returning, because while state and federal grants may be available, communities often struggle to come up with the required local match, and that is where our private sector partners, such as Premier Energy, can make the pivotal difference in making these trails happen.” This Foundation Partnership joins previous funding totaling more than $5.5 million, received from the Cherokee County Parks Bond, the City of Woodstock, WellStar Health System, and numerous individual private donations, all to support the realization of the Greenprints Master Plan.

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Miracle League Cherokee Finalizes New Park Plans Miracle League Cherokee has announced plans for a new Miracle League field and adapted playground. Representatives with Miracle League Cherokee met with Cherokee Recreation and Parks recently to discuss plans for the proposed handicapped-accessible field at Patriots Park. The Miracle League field will be built using state-of-the-art surfacing, which will allow for a more “game-like” field instead of the typical hard mondo surface. The facility also will include an air-conditioned area next to the field where players can cool down and an area that will provide clean water adjacent to the field. In addition, ADA-approved bathrooms will be positioned between the special-needs playground and Miracle League Baseball field. The new Miracle League field and adapted playground are being funded through recent approval of $22.8 million in park bonds through Wells Fargo, according to previous reports.

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Transportation: The Future to

Georgia’s Continued Success By Senator Brandon Beach

uring the legislative session, leadership in the Senate and the House of Representatives saw fit to create the Joint Study Committee on Critical Transportation Infrastructure Funding to evaluate how to improve and expand our current and future transportation infrastructure. According to the Georgia Dept. of Transportation (GDOT), Georgia has the 10th largest road system in the nation,

with 17,967 miles of interstates and 85,738 miles of country roads. Georgia also has 4,500 miles of main-line and short-line railroad and, as most of you know, the world’s busiest airport in Hartsfield-Jackson International. Not to mention, our deep-water ports provide 352,146 full- and part-time jobs, or 8.3 percent of Georgia’s total employment, and also account for $1.4 billion in state revenue. So, what are we doing to strengthen and maintain our statewide transportation system? Legislators approved the FY ’15 budget in March, which allocated approximately $20 million in additional motor fuel funds to allot for road and bridge projects, based on anticipated collections. The Port of Savannah expansion project is slated to receive $35 million in bonds, which will fulfill Georgia’s $266 million total financial obligation for the project. The Joint Committee will continue to analyze our motor fuel tax (part excise and part pre-paid sales tax), which currently is 4 percent at 8.8 cents per

gallon; therefore, roughly 16.3 cents per gallon goes toward state motor fuel tax. Vehicles are currently becoming less fuel-efficient and federal funding is not as secure; therefore, we must research possible transportation funding options that work best for us and our neighboring states. By meeting with experts from across the country (we welcomed former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood at our first meeting) and listening to new ideas, we are securing Georgia’s status as an economic powerhouse. The committee will hold seven more meetings around the state throughout the summer and fall. I would love to hear your questions and concerns. Please feel free to contact me at Brandon.Beach@Senate.Ga.gov or 404-463-1378.

Brandon Beach is a State Senator, District 21, who represents a portion of Cherokee County in the Georgia General Assembly.

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Community Feature

CCSD to Host New Senior Bowl Cherokee County School District (CCSD) will host its inaugural Northside HospitalCherokee CCSD Senior Bowl to honor senior football players, cheerleaders, marching band members and Junior ROTC cadets at the end of the season. Sponsored by Northside Hospital-Cherokee, the event will be held at 7:00 p.m., December 5, in the Etowah High School stadium. All CCSD senior football players will participate in a “draft” event the morning of November 15, with Coach Josh Shaw of Cherokee High School and Coach Dave Svehla of Etowah High School making picks for the teams that they will lead as head coaches for the Bowl. Senior marching band members from all schools will learn the same music — a selection of patriotic and holiday pieces — to perform during the game and for a special half-time show. Senior cheerleaders will raise the crowds’ spirits, and senior JROTC cadets will participate in the Presentation of Colors and a special salute to veterans. The players will receive commemorative jerseys, while the cheerleaders, musicians and cadets will receive commemorative medals… in what for some will be their last experience on the field before pursuing other goals in higher education and careers. These special gifts also are funded by Northside Hospital-Cherokee, with production sponsorship assistance from Herff Jones and Titan Sports. Tickets for the game will be $5.00; however, admission will be free to all Bowl participants and the admission fee waived for those who bring a new, unwrapped toy that will be donated by CCSD to a local toy drive. “We’re about giving our students opportunities to succeed and celebrating the achievements… and this wonderful event does both,” said Cherokee County Superintendent of Schools Frank R. Petruzielo. “Thanks to the sponsorship of Northside Hospital-Cherokee, we’ll be able to provide this opportunity to our Bowl participants at no cost… and make the event more affordable for patrons.”

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Northside Hospital-Cherokee’s title sponsorship of the game is a continuation of the organization’s longtime, significant support of CCSD academic, health and wellness and athletic activities, including its sponsorship of the ImPACT Concussion Management Program. “Northside Hospital-Cherokee is proud to continue our partnership with CCSD,” said Northside HospitalCherokee CEO Billy Hayes. “As Cherokee’s community hospital, we are dedicated to the health and safety of our young athletes and their families.”

WES Teacher Recognized for New Fitness Track Project Woodstock Elementary School recently recognized Scott Fortes as its Staff Member of the Month for August. Fortes, who teaches physical education at the school, played an integral role in the construction of a new fitness park and quarter-mile asphalt track on the campus. The project is a collaboration between the school, Greenprints Alliance, and WellStar Health System, with additional support from Park Green Homes and Neighborhoods, and Pillow Perfect. The school and Woodstock community celebrated the completion of the fitness park and track with a special ribbon cutting ceremony on August 29.

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WES PTA President Jennifer Maude (left) and Principal Kim Montalbano (right) recognize Scott Fortes (center) as Staff Member of the Month for his work on the school’s new fitness park and track (pictured far right).

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Community Feature Clark Creek ES STEM Teacher Honored for Innovative Teaching Jennifer McIntosh, a fifth-grade math teacher at Clark Creek Elementary School STEM Academy, is one of only eight educators statewide to be honored for creativity in the classroom in the Georgia Innovation in Teaching Competition. The competition through Georgia’s Innovation Fund recognizes and rewards teachers who demonstrate “innovative teaching strategies” for the Georgia standards in English/Language Arts and Mathematics. McIntosh, along with the other winning teachers and their schools, will receive a $2,000 stipend and a $5,000 grant for the school to use in implementing Georgia’s standards. Jennifer McIntosh

Teachers were nominated by principals, assistant principals, instructional coaches, district staff and the Georgia Dept. of Education’s Teacher and Leader Effectiveness, School Improvement and Curriculum staff. Nominees were asked to submit a unit plan demonstrating innovative and effective strategies for teaching reading, English language arts and/or mathematics and a two-minute video describing their qualifications for the prize. “The Cherokee County School District is one of the nation’s most desirable systems in which to enroll your children — largely due to the talent, dedication and innovative spirit of our teachers, and Ms. McIntosh exemplifies this,” said Cherokee County Superintendent of Schools Frank R. Petruzielo. “Mathematics is a skill that each child needs to master for success in every career, especially the growing number of desirable jobs in the STEM fields, as well as in their day-to-day life; so, it should be encouraging for our community to know that we have another state leader in this field among our educators.”

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Community Partners by Amy Economopoulos, executive director

In 1989, a group of dedicated individuals established the Cherokee Child Advocacy Council Inc., and soon opened the Anna Crawford Children’s Center, an accredited Child Advocacy Center. The Anna Crawford Children’s Center, located in Woodstock, has transformed the community’s response to child abuse — giving families hope in their darkest moments. Before opening the doors of the Anna Crawford Children’s Center, abused children in Cherokee County often had to talk about their traumatic, embarrassing experiences of sexual abuse an average of 10-15 times to various professionals. This process often took months and some children never received therapy after the investigation ended. Furthermore, there were few programs in the county that helped to promote the prevention of child abuse.

Now, at the Anna Crawford Children’s Center, children are interviewed a limited number of times (usually just once) by a trained professional in a neutral, child-friendly environment, instead of repeatedly being interviewed in school classrooms and offices, police interrogation rooms, or hospital emergency rooms. Care, support and therapy for the child and family begin within days or even hours, instead of weeks or months, and continue for as long as necessary. Parent Mentors and Educators now go out into the homes, schools, churches and businesses to educate parents and caregivers on how they can do their part to prevent, react and respond responsibly to child abuse. We are pleased to be able to offer all services in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Since opening the doors of the Anna Crawford Children’s Center, our staff of therapists, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and parent mentors has worked together to serve more than 5,000 children and family members impacted by child sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect and exposure to violence — allowing them to live healthier, fuller and happier lives. The Anna Crawford Children’s Center is a private, nonprofit organization. All services are offered at no charge to children and families, and are supported through grants, donations, fundraising events and other sources. Our largest fundraising endeavor is our annual Holiday Lights of Hope, an 11-night, family-friendly event attended by more than 10,000 people each year. Held at Hobgood Park in Woodstock, the event boasts more than 500,000 LED lights; provides an opportunity

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for photos with Santa; and allows children and families to participate in a variety of fun activities. Holiday Lights of Hope 2014 will take place December 11-21, from 6:00-10:00 p.m. We count on individuals and local businesses to volunteer their time and resources to make this a successful event so that ultimately we are able to keep our lights on for children and families who are in their darkest hour. For more information about sponsorship, volunteer opportunities and our free Darkness to Light classes designed to educate adults on how to recognize, react and respond to child sexual abuse, contact the Anna Crawford Children’s Center.

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Belief in

Prayer By Chris Bryant

Prayer is a very different spiritual exercise. To engage in prayer at all means you believe you are talking to somebody, or something, and that you believe in some way you will be heard and that something will happen as a result of your prayer. Otherwise, why would you pray at all? Christians believe God hears our prayers, and we take great confidence in God’s nature and character being described and demonstrated in the life of Jesus of Nazareth. Christians feel we know for sure to whom we are praying, in Jesus’ name. We pray to a God of unconditional love, abundant in mercy and faithfulness; so, we pray expecting peace and assurance. We pray to a God who has promised to never leave us or forsake us, who says in Him all things are possible, and in whom we find strength and new life. We pray to a God who claims us as His own children, who says we always belong to Him, and through whom we find renewed purpose and clarity of direction. Still, even the most faithful Christians question how exactly prayer works — or why sometimes it seemingly doesn’t. Sometimes, we can lose faith in prayer. An interesting event happens in the ministry of Jesus, according to Mark‘s account. Jesus explains to rather perplexed disciples that the particular problem in question could not be solved by anything but prayer (Mark 9:14-29). In the simplest of terms, we could say that things happen when we pray that don’t happen if we don’t pray. Christians believe the practice of prayer is a mysterious, hard-to-get-our-hands-on but nevertheless real power bubbling up from within that dramatically shapes the outcome of our life and the lives of those for whom we pray. That might be too much for some reading this. Here is how Archbishop William Temple says it in a way of daring others to believe: “Maybe the answers we get to prayer are just coincidence, but the coincidences occur much more frequently when we pray.”

Chris Bryant is lead pastor at City On A Hill United Methodist Church. 678-445-3480, COAHUMC.org

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OMG — No More Glasses! By Vishal Patel, O.D.

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is an outpatient refractive surgery procedure intended to reduce a person’s dependency on glasses or contact lenses. An excimer laser is used to permanently reshape the clear covering of the eye, called the cornea. This reshaping of the cornea will improve the way the eye focuses light, thus correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism. First approved by the FDA in 1998, LASIK has satisfied millions of people worldwide. Each year, approximately 700,000 Americans have the procedure, and the vast majority of patients are happy with their results. As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with LASIK, but the overall complication rate is low. Infection and inflammation are rare possibilities, usually treatable with topical medications.

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LASIK is not suited for everyone. It is important that patients have a clear understanding of the procedure, the risks and benefits, and whether or not they are a good candidate. What to expect before, during, and after surgery will vary from doctor to doctor and patient to patient. It is essential that individuals considering LASIK have realistic expectations. LASIK, if performed correctly, allows individuals to perform most of their everyday tasks independent of corrective lenses. LASIK is performed in an outpatient surgical center, with the patient reclining under a surgical device called an excimer laser. The length of the procedure can vary between 10-15 minutes, depending on the patient’s prescription. To help protect the cornea as it heals, the surgeon may place a transparent protective shield over the eye. This shield may only be needed at night to prevent a

patient from rubbing the eye during sleep. Ask your eye care physician if LASIK is right for you.

Dr. Vishal Patel is a board-certified optometrist with Milan Eye Center, located in Canton. 678-381-2020, MilanEyeCenter.com

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3 Ways

You Could Be Damaging Your Hair (And Not Even Know It) By Jyl Craven LIFESTYLE Worried about dull, brittle or broken hair? Things that you do every day could be damaging your locks without you even realizing it.

Hair is composed of primarily proteins and made up of three different layers: the medulla (the innermost part of the hair), surrounded by the cortex, and then the cuticle, which is the outermost layer of the hair. When hair is damaged, the protein bonds become broken and the hair can feel dry and brittle. Here are the three primary ways you may be damaging your hair, and what to do about them:

Mechanical Damage

Excessive heat styling is a leading cause of damaged hair. Extreme heat causes temporary changes to the hydrogen bonds that hold hair together. Over time, these temporary changes can lead to more permanent damage, especially if you tend to blow dry or iron on a daily basis. To avoid mechanical damage: • Use a thermal protector that’s heat activated and protects the hair fiber inside and out. Also, try to stay under 400 degrees when using any styling iron. • Wait until the hair is at least 50 percent dry before beginning to blow dry. 26

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Chemical Damage

Chemical damage can occur if you’re attempting to make extreme changes to your hair. A chemical perm is an example by which extreme heat is used to change the natural shape of one’s hair. Just like with heated styling tools, if care isn’t taken, damage can occur during the perming process. Over-processing is another form of chemical damage where the outer portion of the hair is opened so that the product can reach the inner section. Overuse or improper use of color and bleaching agents can weaken hair strands and permanently damage your hair. Damage can occur if the concentration of the chemicals is too high or if the products are left on for too long. To prevent chemical hair damage: • Always consult with a professional who knows how to properly perform any chemical service. • Color your hair on average only every six to eight weeks.

diet Damage

You are what you eat, and what you eat often shows through in the strength and luster of your locks. Proteinrich foods provide your body with amino acids, which produce the keratin that makes your hair strong. In fact, a deficiency in keratin may cause hair to grow more slowly and cause alreadyexisting hair to be weak. Other diet considerations for damaged hair: • Vitamin C helps absorb vegetable-based proteins in the body, which are the building blocks for keratin. Eat citrus fruits, fresh peppers and Brussels sprouts, as these foods can help promote keratin development. • Ensure you get enough Omega 3 fatty acids. These nutrients, found in foods like salmon, walnuts and flax seeds, are known to benefit not only the hair but the skin as well. Embrace Omega 3’s for a generally healthy look.

If you’re dealing with damaged hair, take some of these precautions so your locks can look as good as you feel! L

Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-345-9411, JylCraven.com

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COVER STORY COAH’s annual

Easter Egg Hunt attracted By Michelle Martin

ince the doors opened in August of 2006, CITY ON A HILL (COAH) United Methodist Church in Woodstock has worked to make a difference in the community. “We hope COAH is known for helping people in Christ’s name,” says Pastor Chris Bryant. “Jesus said, ‘Whatever you did for the least of these, so you did for me.’ By helping others, we serve Christ.” COAH offers a variety of outreach programs and mission opportunities throughout the year. Many of the church’s ministries have become mainstays in the community that people turn to in times of need, or simply for enjoying fun activities in a welcoming, nothing-expected-in-return environment. “As a church, our goal is sharing God’s love. It’s about helping people see and then become deeply committed followers of Jesus,” says Pastor Bryant. “It’s not ever about money or numbers, but we still want to celebrate what God is doing and we have to say it somehow.”

For example, each December COAH encourages church families to give the same amount to a specific mission project that they would spend on Christmas for their individual families. Local projects have included purchasing computers for approximately 15 students in need at Johnston Elementary School and establishing a benevolence fund to help out-of-work Cherokee County families. Sometimes the mission is international, like buying a farmfull of livestock to support several third-world villages through Heifer International, or the equipping of the Haiti Children Project children’s orphanage, which now can offer a better life to hundreds of kids. This past year, COAH’s “Christmas

Miracle Offering” challenged church families to raise $20,000 to build a church facility in La Paz Central, Nicaragua, an area that COAH has supported the past three years. “Our goal is to establish a ‘daughter church’ there for the gospel to bring healing and help to a growing population, beyond just the Vacation Bible School, food ministry and eye clinic led by a COAH missions team each year,” Pastor Bryant explains. “We encourage our church families every year to allow the Holy Spirit to use them to give those in need their own Christmas miracle — the miracle of God with us!” COAH not only reached its $20,000 goal this past Christmas but also raised an additional $3,000 (through a separate donation) to purchase the land for the future church. According to Bryant, the combined $23,000 is the single largest Christmas offering in COAH’s history. “We are very excited to see what God does through our missions team serving there later this month.”

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more than 1,100 people this past April — its largest turnout ever — despite being moved indoors at the last minute due to rain. In just an hourand-a-half, church members transformed the sanctuary and classrooms into an indoor playground, with a huge inflatable bounce house, activity stations, and 15,000 plastic Easter eggs filled with candy, tokens for prizes and notes of encouragement. “It was a huge leap of faith to move the Easter Egg Hunt inside,” says Pastor Bryant. “It was truly impressive to see the church come together to prepare for such a large event indoors and then immediately upon the event’s conclusion, work so rapidly to ensure we were ready for our first of four Easter worship experiences that afternoon.”

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Single Moms Gas Giveaway is an opportunity for COAH to minister to single moms in the area by offering “full service,” including a free tank of gas, free fluids and tire pressure check, window wash, etc., along with a bottle of water, flower, and a Mother’s Day card handmade by the children’s ministry. Usually held the Saturday before Mother’s Day, COAH’s Single Moms Gas Giveaway averaged 11 gallons of gas per vehicle (the highest pervehicle average in the giveaway’s history) to nearly 190 single moms this year. COAH works with Mobilized Fuels to bring the fueling truck to the church for the gas giveaway. “We try to support single mothers regularly, not just during the Gas Giveaway,” said Pastor Bryant, noting among other things that there is special parking in front of the church reserved especially for single mothers. “We have a special place in our hearts for the struggles that single moms face.”

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Souper Bowl of Caring is a nationally known food drive effort, supported locally, during the weekend of the Super Bowl. Each year, COAH’s student ministry takes charge of collecting dry goods for local families in need. This year, the weight of the donated items was an amazing 800 pounds more than last year, for a total of 2,200 pounds. “Literally, we collected a ton of food!” says Pastor Bryant. “The Souper Bowl of Caring was also the first big church engagement of our new Boy Scout Troop 514, which played a significant role in our reaching and surpassing our goal.”

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a great opportunity for COAH to reach children in the community. This year, 126 kids attended VBS throughout the week, with more than 50 percent being new to the church and nearly one in every four kids making a decision for Christ. “We’re excited to reach so many children through VBS,” says Pastor Bryant, who personally called the parents of children who were new to COAH and who made a decision for Christ during VBS. COAH recognizes how important VBS is in reaching children for Christ, so each year it is offered as a free community event, even though the materials and decorations cost the church more than $3,500. “We look at VBS as a mission. In addition to offering it to the community for free, we donate our materials to other churches to help them make VBS possible for the children in their communities.”

COAH also offers Bible studies and small group programming for adults and children of all ages throughout the year. This month, COAH is launching a new GROW! children’s program and is working to especially empower parents of the kids who participate. “This is a great opportunity to engage adults and help them grow in their spiritual maturity so that they can specifically help guide their children’s spiritual development,” says Pastor Bryant. CITY ON A HILL United Methodist Church offers familyfriendly, contemporary worship on Saturday evening and twice on Sunday morning.

The New Generation Family Pet:

The Smartphone By Lorre LaMarca

As I usually write monthly pet columns, I could not help but to write comically about the new device we have adopted in our families recently. Many people do not realize the new role the smartphone plays in our daily lives. It is a comical comparison to look at how our smartphones follow us around everywhere — just like our family pets do! While our smartphones can’t give us that unconditional love and companionship that we get from our furry best friends, we can still get a kick out of the similarities between the two: • You instantly get notified when you get mail. • They sleep right by our bedside, sometimes in our beds. • They follow us everywhere we go, including the bathroom. • Our kids are obsessed with them. • We can play fun games with them. • We will always spend money to keep them in the best working condition. • They will talk to us in their own language when we need them. • If we are ever lost they will help us find our way home. • If they get lost, we panic. • Sometimes we prefer to communicate with them vs. real human interaction. • We regularly clean them when they get stinky. • They make a funny noise when they need some attention immediately. • They make us smile and laugh. But, at the end of the day, our smartphones are replaceable. Our little fur babies aren’t. The moral of the story is how close we have become to our electronic devices — so close that we can make fun of ourselves. Smartphones can take us away from the present moment and miss out on playing with our pets, kissing on our children, and smelling the roses. Life is all about these precious moments!

Lorre LaMarca is owner of Bark Station in Woodstock. 770-517-9907, Bark-Station.com

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Tasteof

Apple Crisp Ingredients 4 cups apples (combination of Granny Smith & Honeycrisps, or all Granny Smith apples), thinly sliced 2 eggs

Topping ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cup butter

½ cup white sugar 2 tablespoons flour ¼ teaspoon salt

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Preparation

4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Arrange apples in 9-inch pie crust. Mix eggs, sugar, flour, salt, lemon

1 cup sour cream

juice and sour cream, and pour over apples. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. While baking, mix topping ingredients (will be a crumbly topping). After 15 minutes, remove pie from oven and add topping mixture. Return to oven and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

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Welcomes New Surgeon Plastic Surgery Center of the South in Marietta has expanded with the addition of Dr. Corey Harkins to its team of board-certified plastic surgeons. Dr. Harkins joins Drs. Anthony Musarra II, James Leake and Michael Petrosky, who have built Plastic Surgery Center of the South into a leading cosmetic surgery center in the southern United States. Dr. Harkins completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of South Florida after earning his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2008. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science degree. In addition, Dr. Harkins grew up in nearby East Cobb and played football for Walton High School, less than 10 miles from the offices. “We’re thrilled that Dr. Harkins is joining

Plastic Surgery Center of the South and are looking forward to having him become an integral part of our team,” says Dr. Musarra, who also earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. “I’m excited to join a practice that’s so respected for its active role in the community of Marietta and for its cosmetic surgery results,” Dr. Harkins says. “The surgeons who established this practice demonstrate a commitment to patient care and a passion for aesthetics that explain why they enjoy such stellar reputations among both patients and peers.” In addition to the three board-certified plastic surgeons at the practice, the facilities at Plastic Surgery Center of the South include two state-certified operating suites, medical exam rooms, and recovery areas. Dr. Harkins’ training includes work at Duke University Medical Center’s division

Dr. Corey Harkins

of plastic and reconstructive surgery and the Center for Microsurgical Training at Indiana University Medical Center. Dr. Leake, a partner in the Plastic Surgery Center of the South, with more than 29 years of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery experience, says Dr. Harkins’ elite education and training will immediately benefit patients at the practice. “Dr. Harkins’ background and achievements are impressive,” says Dr. Petrosky. “He’s a well-rounded person whose training and education will help him hit the ground running at our practice.”

Plastic Surgery Center of the South 120 Vann Street, Suite 150, Marietta 770-421-1242 PlasticSurgeryCenterOfTheSouth.net

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Your Prostate Playbook — Understanding Prostate Cancer Courtesy of the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. For American men, prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer and affects one in every seven men. Fortunately, new research and improved treatment plans are yielding better outcomes and enabling patients to continue enjoying active, productive lives.

Know Your Risk No one knows exactly what causes prostate cancer, but research indicates several common factors that may increase a man’s risk of developing the disease: • •

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Age: Odds of developing prostate cancer significantly increase if you are over 50. Family History: Having a father or brother with the disease more than doubles your risk. Race: You’re more likely to develop cancer if you’re African-American. Diet: A diet high in red meat and highfat dairy may increase your risk.

Start the Discussion Early detection is key in successfully treating many cancers. Beginning at age 50, men at average risk for developing prostate cancer should begin to discuss screening with their doctor. Men at high risk for developing prostate cancer should begin discussing screening even sooner, around 45.

Typical prostate screenings include a rectal exam and a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. If a suspicious lump or area is found during the rectal exam, or if a PSA test reveals higherthan-normal results, a biopsy of the prostate may be performed to confirm if cancer is present.

Spot the Signs In its earliest stages, prostate cancer usually has no symptoms. Any symptoms that do appear should be reported to your doctor right away. Symptoms that may occur include: • •

Blood in urine or semen Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, ribs or upper thighs

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Trouble having or keeping an erection Pain or burning during urination Weakness or numbness in the legs.

Explore Your Options Every case of prostate cancer is different and treatment options can vary. Several factors play a role in determining the most appropriate treatment: age and health, stage of the disease, and benefits and side effects of each treatment. In most cases, prostate cancer grows slowly. So, men diagnosed with the disease usually have time to consider all available treatment options, gather additional opinions and, with the help of their doctor, decide on which option is best for them.

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By Michelle Martin

Movie and TV filming in Georgia is

bigger than ever. If it seems you’re seeing familiar scenes practically every time you turn on the TV or go to the movie theatre, you probably are. Metro Atlanta and other communities in Georgia have become a hotspot for television and film producers. During Fiscal Year 2014 alone, 158 feature film and television productions were shot on location or on set in Georgia — generating an estimated economic impact of $5.1 billion, according to a recent press announcement by Governor Nathan Deal. TV productions like “The Walking Dead,” filmed in Senoia and other Georgia communities, and “The Vampire Diaries,” filmed in Covington, and blockbuster movies like “The Hunger Games” series, “Anchorman 2” and “Ride Along,” all shot in Atlanta, showcase Georgia landmarks and landscapes before a worldwide audience. In addition, you may recognize local businesses, buildings and backgrounds featured in upcoming releases like “Dumb and Dumber To,” “The Fast and the Furious 7,” and the new TV series “Constantine.” A number of reality TV shows and HGTV series also film in metro Atlanta and throughout the state.

To assist producers in scouting locations, the Georgia Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office, a division of the Georgia Office of Economic Development, has partnered with local communities to create Camera Ready programs. Craig Dominey, Camera Ready program manager, says the Camera Ready Communities program was established in 2010 to train and certify skilled county liaisons who will provide one-on-one assistance in every aspect of production — from location scouting and film permits to traffic control, catering and lodging. “This program gives Georgia counties the tools to promote their shooting locations and other local production assets, and effectively work with production companies to create a positive local experience for the film or TV project.” To date, 140 counties in Georgia are Camera Ready-certified. Katie Bishop, communications/project manager for the Cherokee Office of Economic Development, which oversees Cherokee County’s Camera Ready program, says a short film was shot in downtown Canton last year, along with a movie, commercial, and reality TV show filmed this year in Cherokee.

“Our office is constantly working to promote Cherokee and to build lasting relationships with film scouts. When a site in Cherokee is chosen for ‘the big screen’ or TV, it gives us an opportunity to showcase our wonderful community on a national stage and to reach a much larger audience,” Katie says. “When crews come to our community for filming, they hire local contractors, eat at our restaurants, stay within our hotels, make purchases locally, etc. The more that is filmed in Cherokee, the more recognition we get among the ‘Y’allywood’ community, thus exponentially growing the economic impact.”

Pictured above: (Left) The Walking Dead: Scott Garfield/Courtesy of AMC; (Top Right) Courtesy of GDEcD; (Bottom Right) Catching Fire: Courtesy of Murray Close. Director Francis Lawrence (center) with Liam Hemsworth (left) and Jennifer Lawrence (right), on the set of “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.”

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The increase in movie and TV filming in Georgia, especially in recent years, is increasing interest in Georgia among fans as well. The instant and enormous popularity of “The Walking Dead,” for example, brought curious and devoted fans to the state for the chance at an up-close, behind-the-scenes experience. Film-based tourism isn’t new, though. Savannah noticed a similar influx of tourists nearly 20 years ago during the filming of “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.” Other movies filmed in Georgia, including “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Fried Green Tomatoes,” and “The Blind Side,” along with numerous TV shows have attracted fans for an insider’s look. Tourism and local officials have developed a series of planned tours and points of interest that take fans to the set — or, at least to the setting — of their favorite Georgia-based movies and TV shows. ComeTourGeorgia.com features behind-the-scenes trivia and a complete list of film tour itineraries that will give movie and TV fans a glimpse of Hollywood in Georgia’s own backyard, including:

“Anchorman 2”

Good Ol’ Boys Tour A self-guided tour through Athens, Clayton, Jackson, Jonesboro, Kennesaw, Oxford and Woodstock, where such hits as “Deliverance,” “Road Trip,” and Smokey and the Bandit” were filmed.

‘Anchorman 2’ Tour Georgia stands in for Manhattan in this sequel starring Will Ferrell, with scenes in and around Peachtree Center, Atlanta Motor Speedway, St. Simons Island, and more.

Undead Tour The zombies and vampires invasion has come to Georgia! This self-guided tour follows “The Walking Dead,” “The Vampire Diaries,” “The Crazies,” “Zombieland,” and “The Signal” through parts of Atlanta, Covington, Perry, Senoia and Valdosta.

Casting in Georgia With so many different movies and TV shows being filmed in Georgia, local and national casting agencies are always looking for local talent for certain roles and extras. ComeTourGeorgia.com includes information on productions currently casting in metro Atlanta and around Georgia. Sign up for the Georgia Newsreel Blog to get the inside scoop on what’s filming where and when.

“The Walking Dead” The Walking Dead: Scott Garfield/ Courtesy of AMC

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“Archer,” on FX

“Ride Along 2”

“Dish Nation,” on Fox

“Satisfaction,” on USA

“Finding Carter,” on MTV

“The Walking Dead” S5, on AMC

“Mineral”

“Sorority Sisters,” on VH1

“999” (Triple Nine)

“Family Feud”

“Big Foot”

“Bolden”

“Chrisley Knows Best” S2, on USA

“Constantine,” on NBC “Red Band Society,” on Fox “Resurrection,” on ABC

Sports Tour

“Vacation” “Complications,” on USA

Some of the most popular sports movies, including

“The 5th Wave”

“Breaking Away,” “The Blind Side,” and “42” were

“The Vampire Diaries” S6, on CW

filmed in Athens, Atlanta, Dawsonville, Decatur,

“The Originals” S2, on CW

Griffin, Jekyll Island, Johns Creek and Macon.

“Powers,” on Sony Playstation

Catching Fire: Courtesy of Murray Close. Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, on the set of “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.”

‘The Hunger Games’ Tour Scenes from “Catching Fire” and “Mockinjay” were filmed at the Swan House, Beach at International Park, Atlanta Marriott Marquis, and other

“The Hunger Games”

landmarks in Atlanta and Jonesboro.

Classic South Tour Sights and sounds that feature Southern culture and attractions, filmed in Atlanta, Covington, Crawfordville, Decatur, Juliette, Madison, Monticello,

Film tourists also can find props and memorabilia from their favorite movies and TV shows filmed in Georgia at museums and attractions open year-round.

Rome, Savannah and Stone Mountain. Productions include “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Forrest Gump,” “Fried Green Tomatoes,” “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” “My Cousin Vinny,” “Revolution,” and “Sweet Home Alabama.”

New Releases Filmed in Georgia

“Let’s Be Cops,” August 13

“Kill the Messenger,” October 10

“Last of Robin Hood,” August 29

“The Homesman,” November 7

“Addicted,” September 5

“Dumb and Dumber To,” November 14

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Upcoming Events Downtown Buzz September 26, 8:00 a.m. The Chambers at City Center 8534 Main St., Woodstock

The

SCARECROWS are Coming! By Jenna Hill

oodstock is being invaded! By scarecrows, that is. As you start your drive down Main Street in Downtown Woodstock during the month of October, you will be welcomed by dozens of scarecrows lining the way. Do you want a chance to showcase your creative skills? Do you have a business or nonprofit that you want to advertise in a fun way along Main Street in Downtown Woodstock? Here is your chance by participating in the Scarecrow Invasion. Just in time for Halloween, you will have a chance to create your own scarecrow to be a part of this invasion! Stop by the Woodstock Visitors Center, located at 8588 Main Street in Downtown Woodstock, during the month of September for complete rules and instructions on how to enter your scarecrow ($20 entry fee per scarecrow). Space is limited, so get your entry in early. All entries should be submitted by October 1. Each scarecrow will be numbered, making it easy for people to vote for their favorite. Stop by the Visitors Center any time during the month of October to vote for the scarecrow that you like the best. The votes are $1 each, and businesses with scarecrows also may have voting set up in their store for their scarecrow. The 38

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winner will earn not only bragging rights but also an awesome trophy! Proceeds from the Scarecrow Invasion will be donated to GROW. Green Reaps Opportunity for Woodstock, the nonprofit design committee for Main Street Woodstock, creates and implements great design initiatives for the Downtown Woodstock community. You might know the organization for its beautiful landscaping and holiday decor along Main Street. The money raised from the Scarecrow Invasion will help in the further beautification of Downtown Woodstock. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s line the city streets with whimsy, fun and a little scary, of course. Whether you, your organization or your business want to be a part of the Scarecrow Invasion, just know that the rules are simple: just use your creative skills to build a fantastic scarecrow! Last year, we had some of the most creative scarecrows in the area. This year is going to be bigger and better, making Downtown Woodstock a destination for Halloween fun! For more information about Scarecrow Invasion, email DGeeslin@Bellsouth.net.

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Jenna Hill is Tourism Information Coordinator at the Woodstock Visitors Center. 770-924-0406, WhatsUpWoodstock.com

Plant Second Vegetable Crop Now By Louise Estabrook

It’s late summer in Georgia right now, but it could be spring all over again for your vegetable garden. We generally advise planting summer vegetable crops in March and April and wind them up about this time of year, but we can grow two crops in Georgia. The growing season doesn’t have to end until the first hard frost of fall. Usually, this happens around mid-October in the mountains and mid-to-late November in the southern part of the state. With a little planning, harvesting can go on through the winter months — if last year’s weather doesn’t repeat itself. Lettuce, spinach, collards and kale are great fall crops. It’s a great time for broccoli, cauliflower and mustard greens, too. Getting a crop established will be more of a challenge than it was in the spring.

Make sure you take the time to apply a mulch layer to the ground. I’m partial to untreated grass clippings. There seems to be a never-ending supply! A topdressing of 1-2 inches applied every two weeks will not only help keep moisture in the soil but also improve your soil, as it adds much-needed organic matter to our Georgia clay. Sometimes, we tend to get a little excited at planting time and find ourselves with too much of a good thing — this happens with squash and zucchini all the time! We start leaving baskets of vegetables on our neighbors’ doorsteps at night. Consider donating your extra produce to a local food pantry, church or senior center. They often get lots of canned and boxed donations, but rarely receive any fresh vegetables. You could even put a small basket of vegetables on a table outside of your garden, with a sign

welcoming people to help themselves. The worst thing is allowing your plants to go unharvested. Production stops and rotted vegetables contribute to the spread of insects and diseases. Take advantage of Georgia’s wonderful climate and long growing season. Fresh vegetables are part of the delights of summer. Don’t let the summer heat cheat you or your neighbors out of the rewards of your second harvest!

Louise Estabrook is the Agricultural and Natural Resources agent for UGA Extension in Cherokee County. 770-721-7803, CAES.UGA.edu/ Extension/Cherokee

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ArtistProfile by Heike Hellmann-Brown

All

facets of nature form the subject matter of artist Linda Teachey’s work. Growing up in heavily wooded North Carolina, Teachey always enjoyed spending time outdoors. At age 10 it was discovered that she was near-sighted, and the prescription of eyeglasses changed her entire world. “Up until then life was blurry for me,” Teachey recalls. “All of a sudden, everything looked crisp. Whether tree barks, leaves, moss, or frogs, birds, snakes and turtles — I began noticing all their little details and patterns, and I was mesmerized.” Teachey carried this interest over into adulthood, studying forestry and landscape horticulture and working in that field for several years until moving to Canton with her husband and two kids. “We picked Orange Shoals, because of its abundant green space. I wanted to make sure that my kids have access to what I had when growing up,” she says.

While this self-proclaimed “nature freak” had been exposed to art in school, Teachey never saw it as a career. When vacationing in Little St. Simons Island a few years ago, she happened to meet an art professor from Kennesaw State University. “I told him about my fascination with nature. He encouraged me to go back to school and take classes,” Teachey remembers. She enrolled in the KSU art program in 2013, studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. “Now that my kids are grown, I am able to focus on my own dreams, although it can be intimidating to keep up with fellow students that are half my age.” Teachey’s artwork is very detail-oriented. “Woods are not a big blob of green,” she jokes. “Look at an oak tree, or a dogwood — they are alive. Plants achieve all that humans do, but they stay in place. Nothing is arbitrary. I look 40

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at patterns, shapes, colors and wonder about the reason behind them. Why are leaves arranged or shaped a certain way? Most people don’t even see this detail or cherish the beauty in nature.”

Teachey used her artistic skills to design the alliance’s mascot, “Carter the Darter,” and to create coloring sheets for her education projects in schools and libraries. She also raises awareness for water quality through organized canoe trips, is involved with the “Adopt-aStream” program, and occasionally sells native plants at Canton’s Farmers Market.

Facebook.com/UniqueByNatureArt Teachey’s passion for our ecosystem led to her involvement with the Upper Etowah River Alliance. She is a board member and serves as an education volunteer, teaching students in the entire Etowah watershed how special and unique the Etowah River is. “The Etowah is a very old river that has more biodiversity and fish species than the Columbia River and Colorado River combined,” she explains. “With 76 native fish species, the Etowah watershed is biologically one of the richest river systems in the world – and it is right in our backyards!”

Heike Hellmann-Brown is a published writer in the United States and Europe. She has translated and edited several New York Times bestsellers and has taught both English and her native German as a foreign language in a career that has spanned more than 20 years.

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Understanding Your Child’s

get a second opinion (which is highly recommended). This is a good time to educate yourself. There often are different ways to treat dental issues. The information you receive by asking questions may help you decide which approach you are most comfortable with regarding your child’s dental treatment.

Dental Condition By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.

Like most parents, the last thing you want to hear at your child’s dental visit is that treatment is needed. When your child needs dental treatment, it is very important to understand why and to trust in your child’s dentist to diagnose the best treatment. In most cases, when treatment is recommended in children, time is of the essence. Because primary (baby) teeth are softer than permanent (adult) teeth, decay can spread quickly in children. This means that it’s important to get your child’s dental treatment completed in a timely manner. You want to walk away from any diagnosis understanding the treatment your child’s dentist has recommended and why he/ she feels this approach is best. If you don’t understand, make it a point to ask lots of questions — even if you plan to

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“You want to walk away from any diagnosis understanding the treatment your child’s dentist has recommended and why he/she feels this approach is best.” If you plan to get a second opinion, make sure that you get the second opinion quickly. If you wait too long, your child’s need for treatment may worsen, which will mean that the dentists are not comparing the same situation and their diagnoses could differ.

After you have found a dentist with whom you are comfortable and trust to perform your child’s treatment, it is important to schedule treatment in a timely manner. Again, if you wait too long, the decay could worsen and the diagnosis could change. All dentists get a similar education in dental school and residency, but once they begin practicing, their experiences will build a knowledge base that can differentiate them. Dentists will have different treatment methods that they are most comfortable with and that have provided the best results in their experience. There are often different approaches to prescribing dental treatment, all within the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines. All can lead to great oral health for your child.

Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090, KidsHappyTeeth.com

What to Look for in a Trainer By Arlene Dickerson Today there is a wealth of information on the Internet that shows people how to do all kinds of things; but, sometimes it takes one person talking to another person to make that information click. How do you find the person who can help you get to that “aha!” moment you need? You may think you have to go away to a high-dollar education program, but sometimes asking a few questions up-front can help you find that person in your own neighborhood. A great place to start is at local training centers. Find out what they offer for your area of interest and then review the trainer bios. Check out their credentials, but then look for “soft” skills — that is, their people skills. You’ll find this information in reviews and testimonials. Here are some of the traits you should look for: • A trainer who is collaborative: Trainers very often enjoy working with other people and are inspired by trying to solve problems together, even if they already have the answer. Look for someone who is open to having back-and-forth conversations. • Someone who is detail-oriented: Sometimes, skipping a little detail can frustrate someone learning something new. Trainers are familiar with all of those details and steer students back on track. • A good listener: We all picture the teacher in front of the classroom or the person behind the podium talking. Trainers do a lot of that, too. But, they also listen — a lot. Answering questions is a key component — and it benefits both the trainer and the students. Trainers learn from the types of questions their students ask. Finding a trainer who is skilled in both the subject you want to learn and working with students can make the difference in truly understanding something, or just gaining enough skills to get by. Asking a few key questions before enrolling in a class can make the difference for you.

Arlene Dickerson is the co-owner/director of Technical Resource Solutions. 678-928-9491, TechnicalRS.com

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his year marks the 30th anniversary of Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival and the 80th anniversary of the Service League of Cherokee County (SLCC), which produces the annual event. SLCC, the oldest service league in the area, started Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival in 1985 in an effort to raise funds to continue to serve the community. “The goal 30 years ago was to find additional avenues for fundraising for SLCC. The needs in our community were growing and we were searching to find additional ways to meet the needs of the children and their families,” says Pat Gold, who was instrumental in planning and launching the first Riverfest with the help of several other SLCC members. “I had been attending craft fairs with a friend for a few years and saw an opportunity to start something new in Cherokee County that could entertain and assist as well.” Gold says she and the other Riverfest committee members — Judy Bishop, Debra Goodwin and Rebecca Johnston — worked hard for two years

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to lay the groundwork for the future of Riverfest. “I couldn’t possibly have envisioned Riverfest having the financial impact it has had in our community over the years…It is an amazing success, and I am very proud to have been there at the beginning of it all.” According to Stephanie Bagwell, who serves as the chairperson for Riverfest 2014, all of the proceeds from Riverfest will continue to help provide medical care, dental care, eyeglasses, food, clothing, scholarships and other necessities for children in need throughout Cherokee County. “It is a testament to our community’s faith in and support of SLCC that we are able to celebrate 80 years of service and 30 years of Riverfest,” she says. “So often, charitable organizations are unable to

September 27 10 a.m.-6 p.m. September 28 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Boling Park, Canton $5 Admission

(adults and children 11+)

Dogs are not allowed per city ordinance ServiceLeague.net

continue their missions due to lack of community support. SLCC has not only been able to continue its mission but also grow it as well. Celebrating these two milestones together is an honor for those of us in active membership and a tribute to all who served before us.” This year’s Riverfest is scheduled for September 27-28 at Boling Park in Canton. The festival will showcase handcrafted, unique items and gourmet culinary treats from more than 150 local artisans, along with family-friendly entertainment, activities for children of all ages, a football tailgating area, food vendors, and much more. As always, copies of the SLCC cookbook and SLCC tote bags also will be for sale. “There is a delicate balance between staying innovative while not losing

the ‘feel’ of Riverfest,” Bagwell says. “Each year, we strive to make the event better for everyone, from league members to patrons, to vendors. Patrons know that they will find their favorites year after year and be introduced to new and different vendors as well.” Some of the features new to Riverfest this year will include a dunk tank with local “celebrities,” a zipline, and live goldfish in the children’s area. The concessions area will include picnic tables sponsored and hand-decorated by local businesses; patrons can purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win their favorite table. In addition, this year’s festival will include a special pictorial display highlighting 30 years of Riverfest and the SLCC’s 80 years as a service organization; a T-shirt display of the specially designed Riverfest T-shirts throughout the years; and 30th anniversary commemorative cups for sale. The commemorative cups feature the Riverfest 2014 logo that incorporates artwork from the first Riverfest logo in 1985. Becky Thrash, of Acworth, and her daughter, Tiffany Quisenberry, of Canton, have attended Riverfest every year — rain or shine — since it debuted in 1985. They walk the same path and visit every vendor booth every year. “We always have a lot of fun, even if we don’t buy anything,” Thrash says, adding that Tiffany was only a year old at the first Riverfest. This year, the faithful mother-daughter Riverfest patrons will introduce a third generation to the festival. “We are excited to continue the Riverfest tradition with Tiffany’s first child, Rylee, who will be only a month old,” Thrash says. “Tiffany remembers buying a ruffled umbrella with her name on it at Riverfest one year, so we hope to find one for Rylee there this year to continue that tradition as well.” Bagwell loves to see such Riverfest tradition in local families. “It is a rare thing to see a community come together year after year to support an organization,” she says. “The impact of Riverfest and SLCC’s work is multigenerational, and I love that my kids are growing up seeing the work of the SLCC. I am certain the SLCC’s work, including Riverfest, still will be seen in this community when they are adults!”

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Book Review by catherine groves

‘The Invention of Wings:’ A Story of Wanting to be Heard “The Invention of Wings,” Sue Monk Kidd’s latest masterpiece, introduces Hetty “Handful,” the slave of Sarah Grimké, and Sarah Grimké herself. Set in early 19th century Charleston, S.C., the Grimké household is a prison to young Handful. Her dreams go far beyond the walls, and owner, which hold her captive, and her spirit drives those dreams to knowing she’s meant to be more than a slave. Young Sarah, possessing an intellect quite rare and a yearning that runs deep, feels she must feed this fire that burns. The limitations imposed on women in her era make her frustrations seem futile, knowing had she been born a boy her mind would have been praised, not scorned. On Sarah’s 11th birthday in 1803, Handful is “given” to her as a gift from her mother. Although Handful is given to be her housemaid, Sarah can’t help but feel that an injustice has occurred. Thus begins a 35-year relationship between two girls determined to change a fate imposed on them. Although their relationship grows in complexity in the years to come, their bond formed as children will remain. Sarah’s guilt and Handful’s rebellion cause estrangement, but they can never cast off the vein of love that runs between them, formed by a world of injustice. As Handful grows into womanhood, she faces devastating loss and heartache, but also finds herself as a result. Peace, which has eluded her throughout her life, begins to make its presence known in her heart. Sarah’s own searching, hoping to find a way to exert her mind in a world created for men, takes her out of Charleston and into the early years of the women’s rights movement. Inspired by the real historic figure Sarah Grimké, Kidd delivers a story combining truth and fiction. She weaves intricately despair and courage, heartache and peace. And, in her changing of characters from one chapter to the next, Kidd makes it possible for readers to envision and understand their worlds. The story is both poignant and endearing, a thoughtprovoking novel that leaves readers with a jolting understanding of one of the most horrific periods in American history. “The Invention of Wings” is a moving novel that may very well surpass any of Kidd’s previous masterpieces. “The Invention of Wings” can be purchased at most major bookstores and in e-Reader versions for Kindle and Nook.

Catherine Groves has lived in Georgia for 15 years and has lived in the South for considerably longer. An avid book collector (owning more than 5,000 books) and just as avid of a reader, she (as her children have said) “lives and breathes her books.” Catherine studied psychology, is working on an English degree, and is writing her first novel.

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What are Carpal

Tunnel

Ganglion Cysts? By Jose Baez, M.D. Ganglion cysts are common lumps within the hand and wrist that develop adjacent to joints or tendons. The most common locations are: • • • •

Top of the wrist Palm side of the wrist Base of the finger on the palm side Top of the end joint of the finger.

The cysts often resemble a water balloon on a stalk, and are filled with clear fluid or gel. The cause is unknown, although they may form in the presence of joint or tendon irritation or mechanical changes. They can occur in patients of all ages. Ganglion cysts may change in size or even disappear

completely. They may, or may not, be painful. These cysts are not cancerous and will not spread to other areas.

Diagnosis of Ganglion Cysts Physicians usually can diagnose ganglion cysts based on their appearance and location of the bumps. Ganglion cysts are usually oval or round, and may be soft or very firm. Physicians may also request x-rays in order to investigate problems in the adjacent joints. Cysts at the end joint of the finger frequently have an arthritic bone spur associated with them.

Ganglion Cysts Treatment Options Treatment is often non-surgical. In many cases, cysts are simply observed, as they frequently disappear on their own. If the cysts become painful, limit activity or are otherwise unacceptable, there are several treatment options, including: • • •

Splints and anti-inflammatory medication to decrease pain Aspiration to remove the fluid and decompress the cysts Surgery to remove the cysts (if the above fail to provide relief or if the cysts recur).

Surgery involves removing the cysts along with the portion of the joint capsule or tendon sheath. With wrist ganglion cysts, traditional and arthroscopic techniques may yield good results. Your physician will discuss which treatment options are right for you during your appointment.

Dr. Jose Baez is a physician with Atlanta Hand Specialist, located in Canton, Marietta, Smyrna, and Douglasville. 770-333-7888, AtlantaHandSpecialist.com

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CCSD Teachers Have Faithful ‘

Attitude By Janet Read In 2003, the Boston Red Sox were playing for the American League Division title against the Oakland A’s. Many fans were cynical and questioned whether the Red Sox had what it would take to win the title, let alone advance to the World Series. First baseman Kevin Millar, a native Texan, told reporters,“I want to see somebody ‘cowboy up’ and stand behind this team and quit worrying about the negative stuff.” The term “cowboy up” is a rodeo term meaning “suck it up in times of adversity.” This became the rallying cry for the Red Sox, who won the 2003 division title, but were defeated in game seven of the American League Championship Series. Just a year later,

however, the Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees in the American League Championship Series and ultimately won the 2004 World Series. I believe the term “cowboy up” also describes the behavior of many of the teachers and staff in the Cherokee County School District (CCSD). Over the last seven years, we have seen our revenues decline and our student population continue to rise. We have reduced the number of teachers and put more students in each class, yet still expected our teachers to teach just as effectively. We have doled out furlough days (as many as eight in one year) and eliminated pre-planning days, yet still expected every teacher to have their classroom ready for the Meet and

Greet. We have decreased professional development, frowned upon utilizing substitute teachers and increased the employee portion of health insurance. Yet, we expected our teachers to still maintain a positive attitude and continue to improve themselves professionally. Throughout all of this, our teachers have continued to “cowboy up.” They have worked on lesson plans at home, come in on furlough days, gotten their rooms ready, and paid the increased premiums. I would like to personally thank all of our teachers for the sacrifices they have made these last few years. It has been noticed and it is greatly appreciated.Thank you for keeping it all about the kids!

Janet Read is chair of the CCSD board. 770-516-1444, Janet.Read@Cherokee.K12.Ga.us

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6 strips of bacon (chopped) 2 cloves of garlic 1 ear of corn 1Â˝ cups of mayonnaise A few sprigs of parsley

Juice of 1 lemon Salt and pepper to taste Purple potatoes Olive oil Pork tenderloin

(de-stemmed and chopped)

Bacon Corn Aioli Preparation:

Final Preparation:

Roast corn until kernels are nice and tender.

Quarter, then toss purple potatoes in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Cook chopped bacon until crisp and save rendered grease. Remove kernels from cob and put half of them in a food processor with half of the bacon, and add garlic, lemon juice and process into a flavorful mush.

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Transfer to baking pan and bake at 400 degrees for approximately 40 minutes, or until tender.

Add mayonnaise and parsley, and then drizzle in the reserved bacon grease while processing.

Grill pork tenderloin to preference, then slice and plate with purple potatoes. Serve with the aioli.

Add the remaining bacon and corn, and process slightly to leave nice chunks of corn and bacon, then season with salt and pepper.

Enjoy with your favorite beverage.

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Ribbon Cuttings

and

Family Dental of Canton 3237 Sixes Road Canton 678-880-9775

City of Holly Springs — JB Owens Park 2699 Hickory Road Holly Springs 770-345-5536

Dentists

Government - City

Sears Hometown Store 110 Bluffs Parkway, Suite 100 Canton 770-720-9020

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint 2026 Cumming Highway, Suite 104 Canton 678-880-9262

Retail Department Stores

Restaurants

Thursday, September 4, 2014 7:00 a.m. Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton Advanced Registration: $15 On-Site Registration: $20 Future Members: $25 RSVP by 3:00 p.m. on September 2. Sponsored by:

United Way

Ground Breakings

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2014 Series Presented by: AT&T

Tuesday, September 23, 2014 4:30-6:00 p.m. Sponsored by:

WellStar Located at:

Goshen Community Care 200 West Main Street Canton, GA 30114 RSVP by 5:00 p.m. on September 19. There is no charge to attend.

Thursday, October 2, 2014 7:00 a.m. Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton Advanced Registration: $15 On-Site Registration: $20 Future Members: $25 RSVP by 3:00 p.m. on September 30. Sponsored by:

Chattahoochee Technical College

A Persistent By Crystal Bryant

Faith

As I am recovering from back surgery, I am learning a lot about patience and persistence. I’ve also learned I apparently need a lot more of both! But, when your choices are taken from you, or narrowed, let’s say, it gives you a different perspective. I have learned that there is something of great value in waiting for something, in working hard every day for even the smallest reward. I have learned that the Lord is even more loving in my struggles, as in my blessings. I have learned that I can find enjoyment and contentment in each day, even if I have fallen desperately short of reaching my goals for that day. So, I find myself nine weeks post-surgery. I am just now beginning to be active again, but I am not sure when, if ever, I will reach the level of activity I had pre-surgery. I enable my faith each and every day to give me just what I need to get through that 24-hour period. I am thankful for what I am able to do today, as I realize it could be much less, and try not to get ahead of myself. God’s grace is

“I have learned that there is something of great value in waiting for something, in working hard every day for even the smallest reward.”

sufficient for today — and it may take all of my faith just to get through it! But, that’s okay.

Instead of filling my agenda with all those things I want to do, or sometimes the things I think I need to do, I look at what I did today. Did I do too much? Is there something I could have cut out? Is there something I could have added? Then, what do I realistically think I can accomplish tomorrow? I have to acknowledge that some days will actually be worse than others. And that’s okay, too. I may not get everything done today that I wanted. But, I find I am much more content if I only try to tackle today, with the hope that tomorrow is a new day — for my faith, for my body, for everything.

Crystal Bryant is the wife of Pastor Chris Bryant at City On A Hill United Methodist Church in Woodstock. She is involved in women’s, prayer and children’s ministries. 678-445-3480, COAHUMC.org

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Religious

Services Baptist Calvary Baptist 137 Hightower Rd., Ball Ground 770-887-6982, CalvaryBaptistWeb.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Cherokee Baptist Church 7770 Hickory Flat Hwy., Woodstock 770-720-3399, CherokeeBaptistChurch.org Sunday Services: 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Community Baptist Church 152 Rolling Hills Ave., Canton Community-Baptist-Church.com Sunday Service: 1:30 p.m.

Cross Roads Community Church 2317 Bascomb Carmel Rd., Woodstock 770-592-7007 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church 770-710-1068, CrossroadsPBC.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Faith Community Church 669 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-516-1996, FaithCommunityChurch.org Sunday Services: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Welcome All Baptist Church

Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS)

545 Stell Rd., Woodstock 404-210-7130

556 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-928-2812, TLCWoodstock.org Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Woodstock First Baptist Church 11905 Hwy. 92, Woodstock 770-926-4428, FBCW.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Catholic Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church

Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church 2263 E. Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 770-485-0504, StElizabethGA.org Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

2941 Sam Nelson Rd., Canton 770-479-8923, LaSaletteCanton.com Sunday Services: 8:00, 10:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. (Español)

Methodist

St. Michael the Archangel

2295 Bascomb Carmel Rd., Woodstock 770-926-9755, BascombUMC.org Sunday Services: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.

490 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-516-0009, SaintMichaelCC.org Sunday Services: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m., 12:45, 5:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. (Español)

Episcopal Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church 2135 E. Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 404-395-5003, CTRCEC.com Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Episcopal Church of the Annunciation

Bascomb United Methodist Church

Big Springs United Methodist 2066 Sugar Pike Rd., Woodstock 770-475-1796 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

City On A Hill: A United Methodist Church 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480, COAHUMC.org Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m.

Hickory Flat United Methodist Church

131 Mill St., Woodstock 770-928-1334

1673 Jamerson Rd., Marietta 770-928-7916, AnnunciationEpiscopal.org Sunday Services: 8:30, 10:00 a.m.

4056 E. Cherokee Dr., Canton 770-345-5969, HickoryFlat.org Sunday Services: 9:20 & 11:00 a.m.

Mount Zion Baptist Church

Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church

Hillside United Methodist Church

Mt. Olive Baptist Church

4096 E. Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 770-479-3324, MTZB.org Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 E. Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 770-880-0871, MV-Batist.com Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

New Home Baptist Church Corner of Hwy. 92 & Wiley Bridge Rd., Woodstock

New Victoria Baptist Church 6659 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 770-926-8448, NewVicBaptist.org Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.

South Cherokee Baptist Church

2795 Ridge Rd., Canton 770-345-6722, StClementsCanton.org Sunday Services: 8:00, 9:00, 11:00 a.m.

4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 770-924-4777, HillsideUMC.org Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Jewish

Liberty Hill Church

Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Rd. NW, Ste. 120, Kennesaw 678-460-7702, JewishWoodstock.com Introductory Service: 1st Shabbat of each month at 11:00 a.m.; Traditional Service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation Contact us for High Holiday service times & dates 678-264-8575, MyNerTamid.org

141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920, LibertyHillUMC.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Little River United Methodist Church 12455 Hwy. 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495, LittleRiverUMC.info Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Mount Gilead United Methodist Church 889 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-591-0837 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

7504 Hwy. 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422

Tikvah I’ Chaim “Hope for Life” Messianic Jewish Fellowship

Stonecrest Baptist Church

4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 678-936-4125, TLChaim.com Saturday Shabbat Service: 10:00 a.m.

2300 Jamerson Rd., Marietta 770-928-0050, MVUMC.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Lutheran

Woodstock United Methodist Church

485 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-926-8820, StonecrestBaptist.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Toonigh Baptist Church 4999 Old Hwy. 5, Lebanon 770-928-2491 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, ELCA 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock 770-924-7286, GoodShepherdWoodstock.org Sunday Services: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Mountain View United Methodist Church

109 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 770-516-0371, GBGM-UMC.org/WoodstockUMC-GA Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Non-denominational BridgePointe Church 230 Arnold Mill Rd., Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977, BridgePointeChurch.org Sunday Services: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Presbyterian Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA 1498 Johnson Brady Rd., Canton 770-704-9594, Cherokee-PCA.org Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Christ Covenant Presbyterian of Woodstock (PCA) Meets in the Rec Center of Cherokee County’s Smith L. Johnson South Annex Complex in Woodstock 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock 770-926-1196, CC-PCA.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Grace Church, PCA 1160 Butterworth Rd., Canton 770-265-5811, GraceCanton.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 770-926-3558, HeritagePres.com Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:10 a.m.

Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-926-0074 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Other Churches Allen Temple, AME Church 232 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-926-6348, AllenTempleAME.org Sunday Services: 8:00 & 11:00 a.m., Nursery available

AllPoints Community Church 6884 Hickory Flat Hwy., Canton 770-704-0945, AllPointsChurch.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Bells Ferry Church of God 6718 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 770-592-2956, BellsFerry.com Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Rd., Acworth 770-917-4964, BranchesOfChrist.com Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Canton Church of Christ 1168 Hickory Flat Hwy., Canton 706-299-1347, CantonChurchOfChrist.com Sunday Services: 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Catalyst Church 9872 Main St., Woodstock 770-516-7070, CatalystOnline.tv Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Cherokee Seventh Day Adventist 101 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-591-7304, Cherokee.NetAdvent.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta

Morning Star Church

6464 Hwy. 92, Acworth 770-924-9161, CTKAtlanta.com

1006 Owens Store Rd., Canton 678-794-7486, MorningStarCanton.com Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Ste. 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193, NGCA.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 3459 E. Cherokee Dr., Canton 770-720-9574 Sunday Service: 1:00 p.m.

Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Dr., Canton 770-479-5280, ChurchOfTheMessiah.net Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church 503 Hickory Ridge Trl., Ste. 160, Woodstock CCChurchOnline.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Covenant Christian Center 330 Adam Jenkins Memorial Dr., Canton 770-345-0307, CityOfCovenant.org Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Covenant of Peace Ministries 604 Industrial Ct., Woodstock 770-821-8972, CovenantOfPeace.org Sunday Service: 12:00 p.m.

Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Dr., Acworth 770-516-5733, Dayspring-Online.com Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Emerson Unitarian Universalist Congregation 2799 Holly Springs Rd., Marietta 770-578-1533, EmersonUU.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

Empowerment Tabernacle Christian Church 507 Industrial Dr., Woodstock 770-928-7478, EmpowermentTabernacle.com Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Grace Life Church 655 Molly Lane, Ste. 140, Woodstock 404-509-3397, GraceLifeOnline.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-592-9900 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Hickory Flat Church of God 947 Bailey Rd., Woodstock 678-691-9165 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

His Hands Church 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock 770-405-2500, HisHandsChurch.com Party on Sunday: 10:00 a.m.

Love Community Church

Mt. Paran North Canton Campus Meets at Sequoyah High School, 4485 Hickory Rd., Canton

678-285-3288, MPNCanton.com Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Relevate Church 999 Jep Wheeler Rd., Woodstock 678-238-1488, RelevateChurchInt.org Sunday Services: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.

Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-591-0040, RezWoodstock.org Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Revolution Church 125 Union Hill Trl., Canton 770-345-2737, TheRevolution.tv Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45 & 11:15 a.m.

Sunnyside Church of God 2510 E. Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 770-639-1018, SunnysideCOG.org Sunday Services: 10:00 & 11:30 a.m.

Toonigh Church of God 4775 Holly Springs Pkwy., Canton 770-926-3096, ToonighCOG.org Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Towne Lake Community Church 132 N. Medical Pkwy., Woodstock 678-445-8766, TLCChurch.com Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Unity North Atlanta Church 4255 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta 678-819-9100, UnityNorth.org Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. (Sanctuary) 11:15 a.m. (Español, Peace Chapel)

Watermarke Church Meets at Cherokee Charter Academy (2126 Sixes Rd., Canton)

678-880-9092, WatermarkeChurch.com Sunday Services: 9:00, 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Woodstock Christian Church 7700 Hwy. 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238, WoodstockChristian.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-926-8838, WoodstockChurchOfChrist.org Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Rd. Woodstock 770-776-9296, WCNGA.com Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m.

Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 770-926-8990, WoodstockCommunityChurch.org Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

5598 Bells Ferry Rd. Acworth 404-663-1828, LoveCommunityChurch.org Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.

Momentum Church 110 Londonderry Ct., Ste. 130, Woodstock 678-384-4919, MomentumChurch.tv Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.

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