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Briggs & AssociatesHelping to Create a Better Life for People with Disabilities

Shout Out for ScoutsScouts in the community

In the KitchenCooking up a delicious recipe from Goin’ Coastal

In Every Issue12 CALENDAR16 CELEBRATiONS20 LiBRARY50 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Directory Listings49 CLuBS51 LOCAL OFFiCiALS52 CHuRCHES55 COMMuNiTY iNFO

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2012 Graduates!

10 Tips for Traveling with ChildrenKeeping kids entertained and safe on your summer trips

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The Carpenter’s Shop Chrisitan PreschoolAn extension of Your FamilyPhotos courtesy of PhotoJack.net


The Cherokee County School District is preparing to open the new/replacement Ball Ground Elementary School for the 2012-13 School Year. A tour was held on May 21 for School Board Members and local media. The tour was attended by School Board Chairman Mike Chapman, Vice Chairwoman Janet Read and School Board Members Rick Steiner and Robert Wofford, as well as Superintendent of Schools Dr. Frank R. Petruzielo, the Superintendent’s Cabinet and Ball Ground ES Principal Doug Knott. Construction of the new/replacement Ball Ground ES was funded by Education SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) revenues. The new school is 146,403 square feet constructed on 25 acres and has the capacity to serve 1,200 students.

Dance & Music Academy, 6238 Old Hwy. 5, Ste C-3, will host an Open House on Saturday, July 21 from 2 — 4 p.m. celebrating their new location next to Publix. (770) 924-1661, www.woodstockdance.com

The Woodstock Downtown Development Authority held a ribbon cutting celebration for Power Taps, 231 Arnold Mill Road, in downtown Woodstock. PowerTaps is an award-winning clogging program. (770) 710-1152, www.powertapsclogging.com

Sixes United Methodist Church is now accepting registrations for their 2012-2013 Mother’s Morning Out (MMO) program. MMO is a half day program for children ages 18 months through 4 years of age. Sixes united Methodist Church, located at 8385 Bells Ferry Road in Canton, is a Safe Sanctuary Church. MMO Hours: 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For more information, please visit the church web site at www.sixesumc.org or call the office at (770) 345-7644.

Good Mews Shredding & Recycling Fundraiser — Saturday, July 14 from 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. — Good Mews Animal Foundation, a non-profit, no-kill cat shelter, is going green with a little help from iron Mountain! Bring your confidential documents, newspapers,

by Michelle Meek, [email protected]

East Canton Community — Home

magazines, aluminum cans, and printer cartridges to our shredding/recycling event, to be held in the Good Mews Parking Lot at Olde Towne Center,736 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, just North of Lower Roswell Road, where you can help the kitties AND the environment at the same time! They kindly request that a $20 minimum per-car donation be made to Good Mews, in appreciation of the services provided and in support of our important mission! Visit www.goodmews.org or call (770) 499-CATS (2287) to learn more. Special thanks goes out to iron Mountain for supporting this event!

The new school is 146,403 square feet constructed on 25 acres and has the capacity to serve 1,200 students.

Don’t forget to get out and vote in the Primary Election on July 31st! For helpful voter information, please visit

http://voter.cherokeega.com

Make Your Vote Count!


Frosty Frog Creamery & CaféFrosty Frog Creamery & Café is a Cherokee County landmark, not just for our award winning ice cream, but for truly great food including our scrumptious Chicken Salad and delightful Cheese Spread. Everything on our Deli-style food menu makes you want to come back for more! Other featured fare includes Smoothies, Pastries, Gourmet Desserts, Iced Coffee drinks and Specialty Coffees.

Frosty Frog Creamery & Café serves 32 flavors of Gourmet Ice Cream every day made from our own recipes, in the restaurant, using only the finest ingredients. You can have your favorite ice cream served your way in cones or cups, in sundaes, old-fashioned sodas, milkshakes and malts, and banana splits.

Our restaurant concept provides the area with a comfort food experience featuring made-from-scratch frozen desserts, rich coffees and a menu of delicious sandwiches, salads, soups, Panini sandwiches, and quiche to delight every taste! Don’t forget dessert…ours are award winning and unbelievably good (try a slice of Strawberry Cake — you’ll love it!). We cater both our Ice Cream and food — you can have Frosty Frog Creamery & Café come to you for your next event! Our Special Events room comfortably seats 32 for a meal or up to 50 in an auditorium style seating arrangement. Birthday parties, baby and bridal showers, business meetings, team parties and more can be hosted here.

The Frosty Frog Creamery & Café idea incorporates unique and traditional flavors and tastes with comfort and convenience for all ages. From the sofa, to the club chairs and tables inside, and for those wishing to enjoy the outdoors — sidewalk tables — your choice of seating is provided for you to enjoy the ice cream delights, desserts, food selection and coffee, rain or shine at Frosty Frog Creamery & Café.

Frosty Frog Creamery & Café is located in the Hickory Flat Village Shopping Center at the intersection of Georgia Highway 140 and East Cherokee Drive in Hickory Flat, Georgia.

Business spotlight


Local teen Elected to state teen Republicans BoardBrandon Roberts, 16, son of Jason and Jenny Roberts of Sutallee, was recently elected to the high position of 1st Vice Chairman of the Georgia Teen Republicans at their State Convention that was held at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta. His duties will include being in charge of the statewide Voter Registration Drive within the GATRS and also performing any duties assigned to him by the State Chairman. For more information, please log onto http://www.gatrs.org. You may contact Brandon by emailing him at [email protected].

Holly springs showcases Renovated train DepotThe City of Holly Springs recently hosted an Open House showcasing the newly renovated Community Center, the historical Train Depot. This spring the Depot was repaired and spruced up to retain the historical charm. in the early 1900’s the Depot was the central commerce center for the City of Holly Springs. As the hub, the Depot linked residents of rural communities and businesses. Today, the Depot remains a central fixture of the downtown area as a gathering location. The Depot is rented out to the community for a wide variety of functions ranging from wedding and baby showers, birthday parties and local civic groups. Come by and visit the Community Center, opened it to the public. The Depot is located at 164 Hickory Road. For more information, please contact Jennifer Stanley at (770) 345-5536 or [email protected].

northside Blood and Marrow transplant Program Remains #1 nationally in Best survival outcomesThe National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), the federally funded organization that facilitates most unrelated bone marrow transplants in the united States, has released data that indicates Northside Hospital’s Blood & Marrow Transplant (BMT) Program has, by far, the best survival rates for matched related and unrelated transplants of any program in the country. This is the third consecutive year that Northside has come out on top. Transplanting healthy marrow may be the best and only hope of a cure for life-threatening diseases such as leukemia, lymphoma and other blood disorders. The BMT Program at Northside is one of the largest and most comprehensive programs in the nation, serving patients who require bone marrow or stem cell transplants. All services are conveniently located at Northside’s Atlanta campus. in 2011, Northside’s BMT Program was asked by the National Cancer institute (NCi) to join the prestigious group of Core Clinical Centers for the Blood and Marrow Transplant Clinical Trials Network. Northside is one of only 20, out of more than 150, such BMT programs in the united States to be awarded this status. Northside also is the only metro Atlanta hospital chosen by NCi to be a Community Cancer Center, which gives patients access to the latest cancer research and treatments.

Cherokee Farm Bureau sponsors Coloring ContestCherokee County Farm Bureau sponsored a 1st Grade Coloring Contest Promoting Beef. The 1st grade students colored a picture of a beef cow and then they drew and colored a farm scene around the beef cow. The

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continued from page 6 CoMMUnItYstudents learned about beef. All 23 elementary schools in the county participated for a total of over 3000 children. Twenty three 1st place winners and 23 2nd place winners were chosen. The 1st and 2nd place winners and their families enjoyed a day on the Buckeye Creek Farm. The children enjoyed fishing, learning about vegetables and fruit gardening, planting a tomato plant to take home, honey bee live hive demonstration from Ross Berry Farms and a horse and buggy ride from the Rocking S Farm. More than 140 students and their families attend the picnic. Each 1st grade teacher received a gift certificate to Arby’s.

Cobb EMC Raises Funds for West Metro March for Babies

Cobb EMC recently participated in the West Metro March for Babies and raised more than $8,400 for March of Dimes. The event, held at Marietta Middle School, funds

programs and research that fight premature births and help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. in addition to the 3.5 mile walk, participants and their families enjoyed a picnic provided by Publix, a Kids Corner with inflatables and games, corporate giveaways and live music. Cobb EMC, a longtime supporter of March of Dimes, has organized a corporate team for the past 30 years. Additionally, Cobb EMC’s Charitable Contributions committee added a $5,000 corporate sponsorship, and employees rounded out donations to surpass the company’s $8,000 fundraising goal.

CCsD school nutrition Program Receives Regional awardCherokee County School District’s School Nutrition Program has won a 2012 uSDA Region Award and a Georgia uSDA Best Practice Award. The recognitions are in honor of the program’s Farm to School initiative through which it works with local food producers. This marks the second consecutive year the program has won the national uSDA Region Award, which was presented to only five programs in the Southeast. The awards will be presented at the National School Lunch Week luncheon. “This is such an honor,” CCSD School Nutrition Supervisor Susan Turner said. “This award could not have been possible without the tremendous support i receive from each of our staff members. For this i say, ‘Thank you! i think you are wonderful.’”

Hickory Flat optimist Club supports special olympicsThe Hickory Flat Optimist Club recently presented the Cherokee County Special Olympics Program with a donation of $2,000. The funds will be used to purchase uniforms and pay for registration fees for statewide competitions. The Cherokee County Special Olympics took more than 80 athletes to compete in the Special Olympics State Game held at Emory university.

Citizens Police academy Classes Beginning in augustHave you ever wanted to know more about police work or Law Enforcement in general? The City of Canton Citizens Police Academy consists of ten weeks of training, one night a week, for a 2.5 or a 3 hour block of time. The Citizens Police Academy is designed to provide Canton residents with firsthand knowledge and experience about how the City of Canton Police Department operates. The Citizens Police Academy is taught by police officers and department personnel in their own areas of specialties and expertise. The weekly sessions cover

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Cobb EMC employees and their families raised more than $8,400 for March of Dimes.

Cherokee County Special Olympics Co-coordinator Dave Martinez is presented the donation by Optimists, from left to right, Julie Darnell, Alan Flint, John Haas, Scott Smith and George Lingefelt.


continued from page 8 CoMMUnItYa range of topics to include patrol, criminal investigations, traffic stops, crime scenes, narcotics, Dui enforcement, officer use of force, officer safety and community policing. The Citizens Police Academy will take a field trip to the Cherokee County 911 center and jail. Classes will be held every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm. Citizens will have to pass a background check prior to being accepted into the City of Canton Citizens Police Academy. if you are interested, please contact Sgt. Stacy Bailey at (770)720-4883 or [email protected]. The classes will be held August 14 — October 23.

Law Enforcement “Torch Run” Held to Benefit special olympicsMembers of the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, Woodstock and Canton Police Departments, Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services and the Cherokee County Clerk’s Office participated in the Law Enforcement “Torch Run” recently benefiting the Georgia Special Olympics. The Special Olympic torch was carried from the Oak Grove Precinct on Highway 92 through Acworth and Kennesaw before making its way to the Marietta City Hall. Local law enforcement from Cherokee County participated in the event with officers from the Acworth, Kennesaw and Marietta Police Departments. The torch will travel approximately 1,000 miles across the state of Georgia before making its way to the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics at Emory university. This year’s goal was to raise over $700,000. There are currently 24,740 active athletes in the state of Georgia with intellectual disabilities.

Five talents Wealth Management Ranks “among the Best” For the second year in a row, J.D. Power and Associates ranks Commonwealth Financial Network® “Highest in independent Advisor Satisfaction Among Financial investment Firms.” Commonwealth is the largest, privately held independent broker/dealer in the united States. Five Talents Wealth Management,

inc. of Canton, an independent financial planning practice, has been affiliated with Commonwealth since 2007. Commonwealth received five out of five JDPower.com Power Circle Ratings, equating to “among the best” in seven of the eight key drivers of satisfaction — firm performance, people, technology, compensation, contact, job duties and product offering for clients — according to J.D. Power and Associates. “We are honored and humbled to be the highest-ranked firm among independent advisors two times in a row,” said Commonwealth CEO, Wayne Bloom. “We thank all our advisors, particularly the professionals at Five Talents Wealth Management, inc., for honoring us with a partnership that helps to serve their clients. They’re working hard every day to satisfy the people who depend on them, and it helps inspire us to do the same for them.” “As our firm celebrates our 5th Anniversary, this is just icing on the cake of an already successful relationship that just gets better and better,” said Jamie K. Williams, CFP®, CLTC and President of Five Talents Wealth Management, inc.


July Things to do in East Canton

Throughout JulyFINe ArT PHoToGrAPHer, reNe GAlleT

“GArDeN VIsIoNs”Time: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

4 — 8 p.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

10 a.m. — 4 p.m.

Location: Studio 101 of the Arts Alliance

of Georgia, 101 Emma Lane,

Woodstock

information: The focus will be on his new

portfolio book, ‘’Garden Visions.’’ Framed

prints of the photographs from the book will be

on exhibit which is free and open to the public.

Signed copies of this book will be available as

well as some of Mr. Gallet’s previous portfolio

books. For further information, contact Linda

Boyer (678) 778-5517.

Through september 30WHAT We Wore: mID 20TH CeNTurY

WomeN’s FAsHIoNTimes: Wednesdays — Fridays,

10 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. — 3 p.m.

Location: Cherokee County History Museum

and Visitors Center, 100 North

Street, Suite 140, Canton

information: (770) 345 3288

July 6FIrsT FrIDAY oF eVerY moNTH,

YeAr rouNDTime: 6 — 9 p.m.

Location: Downtown Canton

information: Block party, street dance, car

show, live music, street vendors and downtown

merchants offering extended hours —

Sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program

and the Cherokee Arts Center,

www.cantonhdl.com

July 10summer NIGHTs AT THe loDGe —

VeNDor NIGHTTime: 7 p.m.

Location: The Lodge at BridgeMill, 10451

Bells Ferry Road, Canton

Location: First Baptist Church of Canton

1 Mission Point, Canton

Cost: 5K registration— $20

1 Mile registration — $10

information: Online registration at www.

active.com — search: Bend Your Knees. For

additional information, please contact Bob

Dixon at (404) 271-1360 or Amy Turcotte at

(770) 380-1432. www.BendYourKnees4Collins.

net

July 15 — 20CAmP CorrAl — WAHseGA 4-H summer

CAmPLocation: Dahlonega

information: This is a free summer camp for

the children (ages 8 to 15) of fallen, wounded or

disabled military veterans and service members.

The purpose of Camp Corral is to support these

families by offering the children a fun week away

from the possible stresses at home, offers

the parents a week to be alone and gives the

children an opportunity to be with kids in similar

situations. A traditional camp experience with

recreational water and target sports, horseback

riding, crafts and campfire stories. Register

online at www.campcorral.org today.

information: Revive Spa will offer free chair

massages and coupons. A variety of vendors

will be set up for your shopping pleasure.

July 14FAmIlY HIsTorY CoNFereNCe: “BuIlDING

Your FAmIlY Tree”Time: 9 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-Day Saints, 2205 Bascomb

Carmel Rd, Woodstock

information: Workshops will be held following

the keynote address given by Don Conkey —

Columnist for the Cherokee Tribune. Workshops

are 45 minutes duration, and patrons will be

able to participate in up to four workshops.

Many topics will be offered including Building

Your Family Tree, Scrapbooking, Military

Records, using familysearch.org and more.

(770) 928-5641

July 141sT ANNuAl CollINs DIxoN

BeND Your KNees ruNTime: 8 a.m., 5K Raider Run

8:45 a.m., 1 Mile Brave Run/Walk

July 9 — 13ArT’s uP & Wee CreATe

summer ArT CAmPsTimes: 9 a.m. — 1 p.m., Art’s up

9 a.m. — noon, Wee Create

Location: Studio 101, 101 Emma Lane,

Suite 110, Woodstock

Ages: 6 — 12, Art’s up

4 — 5, Wee Create

information: Classes are small and cost is

$135 for Art’s up and $115.00 for Wee

Create. [email protected] &

www.artsalliancega.org.


July 19 THe GoDDArD sCHool’s 4TH BIrTHDAY/

ANNIVersArY CeleBrATIoN Time: 5 — 7 p.m.

Location: 310 Prominence Point Parkway,

Canton

information: Light refreshments, hot

dogs, magician, and children’s activities —

Community and families all welcome.

(770) 720-3003, www.goddardschool.com

July 19 & 24TIreD oF Yo-Yo DIeTING? HosTeD BY GeorGIA HYPNoTHerAPY AssoCIATes, llC

Time: 7 — 8 p.m.

Location: 6478 Putnam Ford Dr., Ste. 125,

Woodstock

information: Complementary presentation —

Learn about The Virtual Gastric Band For Weight

Loss as seen on Dr. Oz. Advance registration

required. Register by emailing date and number

of attendees to [email protected]

or by calling (678) 938-7274.

www.VirtualGastricBandGeorgia.com

July 217TH ANNuAl GIVe A KID A CHANCeTime: 9 a.m. — 3 p.m.

Location: First Baptist Church of Canton, 1

Mission Point, Canton & Hillside

united Methodist Church, 4474

Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock

information: Backpacks filled with school

supplies will be given to low income families

so that all kids can start the 2012-13 school

year ready for success! Haircuts, vision

and dental screenings, lunch and more! For

additional information about donation and

volunteer opportunities, please visit www.

giveakidachance.org. Registration forms to

receive backpacks are also available online.

July 21CruIsING THe TITANICTime: 6 — 9 p.m.

Location: The Lodge at BridgeMill, 10451

Bells Ferry Road, Canton

information: The Lodge at BridgeMill is hosting

Cruising the Titanic — a commemorative

black tie event for the 100th Anniversary

of the Titanic. $15.00 and up for premium

seating. Great food and entertainment. RSVP

by July 16th. Call to reserve today! (770) 479-

4639, www.thelodgeatbridgemill.com

Local Farmers Markets

saturdays from memorial Day to labor DayCHeroKee FresH mArKeT Time: 8:30 a.m. — noon

Location: Cagle Family Farm, 362 Stringer

Road, Canton

every saturday through september, rain or shineCANToN FArmers mArKeTTime: 8 a.m. — noon

Location: Cannon Park on Main Street

information: www.cantonhdl.com

every saturday through october 27mAIN sTreeT WooDsToCK FArmers

mArKeTTime: 8:30 — 11:30 a.m.

Location: Downtown Woodstock — public

parking lot on Towne Lake Pkwy.,

at the corner of Towne Lake Pkwy.

& Main St.

information: [email protected] or

(770) 924-0406

TuesdayssIxes mArKeTTime: 2 — 7 p.m.

Location: Sixes Presbyterian Church

grounds, 2335 Sixes Rd., Canton

information: Mike Gerard, (678) 662-4625

Elm Street Cultural Arts Village City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org — please visit website for complete calendar listings

FAll DrAmA & ArT ClAssesinstruction begins mid-August

TeeN ArTs NIGHT: July 6, 6 — 8 p.m.

Sponsored by Elm Street’s Teen Arts Guild (TAG)

ITHINK ImProV TrouPe: July 6, 9 p.m.

AlADDIN TeA PArTY: July 5 & 6, 4:30 p.m.

Be sure to call for reservations (770) 516-

2609. Held at Tea Leaves and Thyme, 8990 S.

Main St., Woodstock

TeeN ImProV CAmP: July 16 — 20, 4 —7 p.m.

Camp price is $100 for the week AlADDIN AND THe mAGIC lAmP:July 11 — 25, Wednesdays at 10 a.m., saturdays & sundays, 2 p.m.

All seats $9 online in advance or $11 at the

door.

BIG BAND CoNCerT

THe usuAl susPeCTs BIG BAND:

July 21, 7:30 p.m. $10 in advance online or $12 at the door.

sTATeWIDe PAGeANT — THe 2012

GeorGIA’s BeAuTIFul mIss PAGeANT:

July 27 — 28

september 1ANImAl resCues 5K/1K FuN ruN DoG

TroTTime: 8 a.m.

Location: Hopewell Baptist Church

75 Ridge Road, Canton

information: Race organizers website http://

www.zone5events.com/run%20for%20the%20

rescues.html & Foundation website www.

greenpetsamerica.com

september 73rD ANNuAl GolF Fore CHArITY

TourNAmeNTTime: Shotgun start: 9 am

Location: BridgeMill Athletic Club

Cost: $140

information: Golfers will enjoy breakfast and

lunch, a round of golf, a custom golf shirt and

a chance to win over $2000 in valuable prizes.

Deadline to register is August 31. Please visit

bsslgolf.org or call Jay at (770) 345-7941.

Sponsors and players needed. All monies

raised help children and families in Cherokee

County.

Send Us Your

E • V • E • N • T • [email protected]


by State Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers

Under the

DoME

independence Day!

Chip Rogers is the State Senator for District 21. You may contact him by phone at (404) 463-1378 or by e-mail at [email protected].

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.

It is perhaps the most important sentence in the most important document in American history. The Declaration of Independence is the “why” America came to exist. As we celebrate the most “American” of our national holidays, Independence Day, it is essential to reflect on the challenges of birthing a new nation.

When the first battles of the Revolutionary War began in 1775 it is estimated that only a small percentage of the colonists desired independence from Great Britain. Those who did were known as radicals.

Early in 1776 Thomas Paine published his booklet, “Common Sense.” It was the first work to openly challenge British rule and is largely credited with changing the colonist view on separation from the Monarchy. His words were bold and simple;

“It is repugnant to reason, to the universal order of things to all examples from former ages, to suppose, that this continent can longer remain subject to any external power.”

While history denotes the importance of “Common Sense,” its rightful place as the “match” that truly lit the fire of revolution is often overlooked.

It is significant to note that the entire population of the American colonies was about 2.5 million people, or by comparison, the combined population today of Gwinnett, Fulton, Cherokee, and Forsyth Counties.

The difference in military strength of Great Britain and the colonies could not have been more evident. The British had undoubtedly the strongest naval fleet in human history and

arguably the most well-trained army in the world at the time of the Revolution. Meanwhile, the colonists were largely farmers with little, if any, military training. The colonies had no unifying government, no economic structure, a currency that was essentially worthless, and very little military supplies. In college football terms, this would be Alabama vs. Georgia State.

Against the backdrop of a colonist population almost equally divided between revolutionists and loyalists, along with a military David vs. Goliath, our nation’s forefathers gathered in Philadelphia to create and pledge to what amounted to a death warrant.

The Declaration of Independence essentially laid forth a radical change in the relation between man and government. Stating for the first time that men are given rights by the Creator and that government’s role is to protect, not grant, these rights. The idea that governmental power was only given through the consent of the governed was the antitheses of human history.

Imagine if these men had gathered in the summer of 2012 instead of 1776. With 24-hour news, the Internet, constant poll testing on every issue, it is hard to imagine a document like our Declaration ever being created. Case in point, the United States Senate can’t even pass a Federal budget for fear of political consequence. Contrast that with our Founders who pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor for a cause that certainly appeared unwinnable by any measure.

On July 2nd the Continental Congress voted in favor of the Declaration that had largely been written by Thomas Jefferson. Congress officially adopted the document two days later on the 4th of July. It is noteworthy that John Adams refused to celebrate any day but July 2nd as the true Independence Day. During the remainder of his life he would not attend any July 4th events.

The war that followed was miraculous on almost every account. From the heroics of General Nathaniel Greene in the South, to the uncovering of Benedict Arnold’s plan to capture West Point, to the French engagement; America’s fortunes were providentially guided. General Washington’s victory at Valley Forge could not have been plausibly written by the best of fiction writers.

America’s beginnings are like none other. Our history, though far from perfect, is a testament to the spirit of our founding – that all men are created equal with certain unalienable rights – among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This is why our celebration of Independence must go on and cannot be forgotten. As Ronald Reagan famously stated, “If we lose freedom here, there is no place to escape to. This is the last stand on Earth.”


Babies, Birthdays and anniversaries

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Deadline is July 10th for the august Issue!

Kelly & Collin VoylesKelly: Age 22 on July 3Collin: Age 4 on July 12

Happy Birthday! We love you!Mimi & PawPaw

Frances a. Garcia Age 7 on July 20

Happy Birthday, Sweetie!Love, Papi, Mami,

Mori & Sato

amelia Margaret GwynnBorn on May 10, 2012 at 8:13 a.m.

7lbs., 7oz., 20 inches long Daughter of Michelle & Jon Gwynn

Sister of Kaitlyn

Rachel Jane FletcherAge 1 on July 25

Daughter of Peri & ScotSister of Zach, Allison & Justin

Katlyn Price & Ben thackerEngaged to be married on October 6, 2012

Congratulations!

Emma tiltAge 13 on July 6Happy Birthday!

Love, Mom & Ethan

Kyle JonesAge 15 on July 20Happy Birthday!

Love, Dad, Mom & Kevin

Blake EubanksAge 1 on July 21Happy Birthday!

We love you!Son of Stacie & John

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Happy Birthday to You! Love, Mom, Dad & Maya

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Happy Birthday, Brody!Love Mom, Dad, Baylor & Chopper

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Little brother of Matthew & Andrew

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Chattahoochee tech Honors spring Graduates More than 400 Chattahoochee Technical College graduates celebrated the certificates, diplomas and degrees they earned in the recent commencement at the Cobb Energy Centre for the Performing Arts. “under those caps and gowns is a driving force propelling you and all of us toward greatness,” Fellow Chattahoochee Technical College graduate and 2012 Student of the Year Eric underwood told his classmates. More than 1,000 people watched as each of 120 of the graduates walked across the theater stage, culminating their pursuit of an academic credential and in some cases, marking their successful completion of more than one academic program. in all, of the 120 students participating in the ceremony 64 earned Associate of Applied Science Degrees, 35 earned diplomas and 21 earned one or more Technical Certificates of Credit. The keynote speaker at graduation was Mark Butler, Georgia Labor Commissioner.

sHs air Force JRotC Celebrates at awards Ceremony

Sequoyah High School’s Air Force JROTC was treated to an unexpected surprise at its annual awards banquet held recently. irma “Pete” Dryden, a lieutenant in the 1943 Army Nurse Corps at Tuskegee Army Air Base, Alabama and

wife of famed Tuskegee Airman Lieutenant Charles “A Train” Dryden, presented Tuskegee Airman Medals to two Sequoyah HS AFJROTC Cadets. in honor of her attendance, Ms. Dryden was inducted into the Sequoyah HS AFJROTC family of cadets.

news from Indian Knoll Elementaryindian Knoll Elementary School recently celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week with special events sponsored by the school and the PTA. The week had a construction-inspired theme, “Building the Foundation for a Great Tradition,” which celebrated the new school’s opening for the 2011-12 School Year.

Left: Kelly Ghorley and student helpers kindergartners Addison Ghorley and Sayler Davies and fifth-grader Brae Davies.

Below: Students Maggie Burns, left, and Elizabeth Izo draw the names of teachers to win gift certificates.

Ball Ground Elementary newsBall Ground Elementary School teachers bid farewell to the campus after students did the same on the last day of classes.

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Ms. Dryden with Tuskegee Airman Medal winners Cadet Linda Morales, left, and Cadet Candace Gorczyca.


The school, which has been housed at the same location since 1907, will open for the 2012-13 school year at its new campus on Valley Street. On the last day of school, the staff gathered outside to wave goodbye to students riding school buses home.

Students and staff exchange goodbyes on the last day of classes.

Principal Doug Knott

CVHs Habitat for Humanity Club Helps Local Family

in its second year of existence, Creekview High School’s Habitat for Humanity Club raised $10,000 to help build a Habitat house for the Phares family

in Hickory Flat. More than 100 students took part in fundraising through the Club’s annual Trick-or-Treat donation drive and letter-writing campaign and collected generous donations from

Creekview HS faculty. in addition to fundraising, the students also took part in Habitat builds, leadership camps and an awareness campaign.

Class of 2012 Valedictorians and salutatoriansThe Cherokee County School District and School Board honored the Class of 2012 Valedictorians and Salutatorians during the 12th Annual Scholar Recognition Banquet held recently at Woodmont Golf & Country Club. The banquet featured speeches by the honorees and their favorite teachers, the presentation of gifts and a buffet dinner.

Cherokee High School

Valedictorian: Elisabeth Bradley; Teacher: Rebecca Coury

Salutatorian: Madeline Landman; Teacher: Heather Smith

Creekview High School

Valedictorian: Alexandra Webb; Teacher: Cleve Ard

Salutatorian: Cody Blackwell; Teacher: Todd Sharrock

Etowah High School

Valedictorian: Megan Emery; Teacher: Kevin Wall

Salutatorian: Andrew Hughes; Teacher: John Murnan

Sequoyah High School

Valedictorian: Abigail Riddle; Teacher: Andy Kohler

Salutatorian: Kristin White; Teacher: Marla Hooper

Woodstock High School

Valedictorian: Tracie Dinh; Teacher: Sonja Green

Salutatorian: Krishan Patel; Teacher: Krista Webb

From left, front row: Creekview HS Valedictorian Alexandra Webb; Woodstock HS Valedictorian Tracie Dinh; Cherokee HS Salutatorian Madeline Landman; Sequoyah HS Valedictorian Abigail Riddle; and Sequoyah HS Salutatorian Kristin White; and back row: Creekview HS Salutatorian Cody Blackwell; Etowah HS Salutatorian Andrew Hughes; Woodstock HS Salutatorian Krishan Patel; Cherokee HS Valedictorian Elisabeth Bradley; and Etowah HS Valedictorian Megan Emery.

From left: Principal Dr. Bob Eddy, Colleen Fogarty of Habitat for Humanity, Club President Sean Andreassen, Vice President Julia Dayoub and Sponsor Michael Sinco.


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julyEvents

Ball Ground Public LibraryFamily Story Time — Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

Hickory Flat Public LibraryFamily Story Times — Tuesdays, 3 p.m.

R.T. Jones Memorial LibraryFamily Story Times — Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Ball Ground Public Library 435 Old Canton Road — (770) 735-2025

m,W,Th & F: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tues: 12 – 8 p.m. sat: CLOSED sun: 2 – 6 p.m.

Hickory Flat Public Library 2740 E. Cherokee Drive — (770) 345-7565

m,T & Th: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed: 12 – 8 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. sun: CLOSED

R.T. Jones Memorial Library116 Brown industrial Parkway — (770) 479-3090

mon: 12 – 8 p.m. T,W & Th: 10 – 6 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. sun: CLOSED

Sequoyah Regional Library System

www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org

Week of July 02: “Things That Go Bump in the Night”

Week of July 09: “in My Wildest Dreams”

July 17, 11 a.m., r.T. Jones memorial libraryJuly 17, 3:30 p.m., Hickory Flat Public libraryJuly 18, 11 a.m., Ball Ground Public librarySummer Reading Club Finale — Detective Gander, Storyville DetectiveA Giggles Under the Stars production company is traveling to your local library branch with a puppet show mystery. Detective Gander needs your help in solving a serious Storyville crime. Will you accept this assignment?

July 9, 3 p.m., Ball Ground Public libraryZombie Game TimeCome dressed as your most ghoulish zombie or come early to get made over before the zombie games! This game time is for children ages 9 — 12.

July 10, 2 p.m., Ball Ground Public libraryZumba Workout/Bath SaltsCome out for a great Zumba workout and then cool off by making a fun bath salt craft. Teens, ages 13 — 18, are invited to attend.

July 11, 3 p.m., Hickory Flat Public libraryTo the Bat Cave!We are making bat houses for our night time friends with the help of skilled craftsman from the Woodworkers Guild of Georgia. This program is for children ages 5 — 12. Space is limited. Registration is required.

July 2, 6 p.m., r.T. Jones memorial library Night Time Photography Kim Bates, co-founder and president of the Cherokee Photography Club, will be offering a class on “Night Time Photography.” This event is free and open to the public.

July 11, 10:30 a.m., r.T. Jones memorial libraryBook Time with Ronald McDonald (compliments of the McDonald’s of Canton)

Ronald McDonald is in town to read stories and focus on the importance and FUN of knowing how to read and use the library. All ages are invited to attend.

SPECIAL Summer Story Times


Reinhardt University Raises Scholarships from Henritze Scholarship Golf ClassicThe 24th Annual Reinhardt University Dave Henritze Scholarship Golf Classic, played at Hawks Ridge Golf Club in Ball Ground was an enormous success. “This was a very successful golf tournament,” said Barbara Manous, Reinhardt’s director of fund raising and church relations. “Under the leadership of Chairman Glenn Warren of Warren Capital Corporation, the initial amount raised was more than $135,000. All funds from this event go toward scholarships for deserving Reinhardt students.” The Golf Classic included 103 players, 31 major sponsors—who contributed from $20,000 to $1,500 each—and 19 hole sponsors.

Team Jordan Basketball Plays a Strong SeasonFinishing the 2012 spring YBOA and NEC seasons strong with a combined league record of 21-1 is the “Team Jordan” JV basketball team. Team Jordan is an independent basketball team, not affiliated with a Club or specific high school. The leagues are played out of Cherokee High School (YBOA) and Sprayberry High School (NEC). Congratulations Team Jordan!

Front row, from left: Coach Lisa Stasevich, Malcolm Stegall, Adam Stasevich, Jordan Freeman, Malik Burke, and Matthew Davis; Back 3 boys, from left: Michael Ackerman, Blace Brown, and Emmanuel Scott. Not pictured: Assistant Coach Rick Teal.

North Georgia Heat Wins “May Magic”The North Georgia Heat fourth grade basketball team won the “May Magic” basketball tournament in Norcross. The students are in third and fourth grade at Sixes, Liberty, Holly Springs, Hickory Flat and Woodstock elementary schools in Cherokee Country and North Cobb Christian School in Cobb County. Pictured left to right on the top row is Coach Laura Dunlap, Hanna Edwards, Caroline Cavallaro, Ashley Casey, Josie Jensen, Coach Glen Shugart, Kylie Dunlap, and Kayden Montgomery. The bottom row is Emma Hicks, Jessie Taylor, Maddie Blanchard, Abigail Bruce, and Lillie Grace Osborne. Not pictured are Coach Tony Casey and Ella Avery. Congratulations North Georgia Heat!

Canton Crossfire Club Volleyball Smacks the Competition

The Canton Crossfire 14-1 Smack Team, with players from various parts of Cherokee County, had a successful club volleyball season. Over the season, the girls took home three 1st place Gold Bracket wins, then placed 3rd in

the Gold Bracket at the Southeast Regional Volleyball Association (SRVA) Junior Regional Championship event hosted at the World Congress Center. There were 68 teams competing in their age bracket from Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama.

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One team was awarded top honors. Taking First Low Net was the team representing Ed Voyles Dealerships, which included Max Reeves, from left, Drew Tutton, Frank Sobeck and Steve Goins.

Front Row: Sierra Smith, Brittany Castro, Christin Endler, McCall Allen, Olivia Stasevich; Back Row: Kelly Hartman, Lauren Hartman, Alyssa Moffitt, Katie Popp; Not pictured: Head Coach Mark Stasevich, Assistant Coaches Lisa Stasevich and Ken Scheder.

Cherokee High School Band of Warriors Seniors

Kayla Sandifer and Jacob Wright Shelby Braylon Shepherd, son of Rusty Shepherd and Mike & Media Lapa

Scott Spears


Gabrielle Thomas and Dylan Threewitt

Nolan Williamson,CVHS Senior Class President

Drayton Mercure and Gabrielle Thomas

Christina Martin, Gabrielle Thomas and Abigail Sherrod

Callum Underwood, Canton residentThe Walker School — Kindergarten graduate

Toni Lynn Cummings

Alex Arzenshek, Elspeth Maleand Rachel Dorris

Barbara Chiavelli, Danielle Chiavelliand Steven Chiavelli

Congratulations graduates!


IngredientsGinGer Carrots 1 large carrot, peeled, cut lengthwise and sliced 1/4 in. thick 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger 3 tbsp chicken stock 1 tbsp butter squeeze of lemon salt and pepper

PiCkled onions 2 large onions, cut in half lengthwise, sliced thin equal parts water, sugar and rice wine vinegar (1 cup of each) Peppercorns, fennel seed, crushed red pepper 1/4 c salt

sake Buerre BlanC 1 medium shallot, minced 1 large garlic bulb, minced 1 cup sake 3 tbs unsalted, cold butter, cubed squeeze of lemon salt and pepper

tuna 4-6 oz Yellowfin tuna filet salt and pepper

Photos courtesy of PhotoJack.net


PreparationGinGer Carrots Heat oil in pan, saute ginger until fragrant, add carrots cook 3 minutes, salt and pepper, add stock and reduce 2-3 minutes and add butter, lemon, set aside.

PiCkled onions Boil all ingredients to dissolve, pour hot liquid over onions ensuring to place plastic wrap over liquid so that the onions are completely submerged, sit at least 24 hours.

sake Buerre BlanC saute shallot and garlic until fragrant, add sake, reduce 4-5 minutes. after reduced, place on low heat and slowly add cold butter, low heat, just to melt butter, too much heat will “break” your sauce meaning the fat will separate from everything else and will appear oily, add lemon and salt and pepper.

tuna Cook tuna rare to medium rare on grill or pan sear.

Welcome to Goin’ Coastal! Come on in, we’re open for business! My name is Zach kell and i am the chef/owner of Goin’ Coastal

in Canton. i hope you enjoy these recipes as much as i do. if you have any questions, please call (770) 479-3737.



CHARACTER COUNTS FOLLOWING REAGAN’S 11TH COMMANDMENT

On July 31st, each political party selects whom they believe will best represent them in the General Election. This marks the end of a crusade for some and the beginning for others. At the end of the battle, the losing candidate is asked to pick up the cause of their former adversary. This is the chance for candidates to show their true character.

Candidates, their supporters and the general public have the choice and responsibility to prevent a potential mud bath. We can elevate and promote the unique attributes of the candidates — their goals and objectives — or we can choose the lower path of distractions, distortions, innuendoes and sometimes even “creative fact manufacturing,” accepting the malice of negative campaigning which leaves all candidates mired in the mud and trudging along weakened and bruised into the General. Which will you choose?

As Casey Stengel said, “Gettin’ good players is easy. Gettin’ ‘em to play together is the hard part.” However, this is what we must do. Candidates who can best shrug off the compulsion to jump into the mud,

but instead go forward with their message of why they are the most qualified candidate and their vision of how they would serve are the ones that will most easily join forces with their former foe in defeating their party’s General opponent.

With all the divergent groups in the county, it is more important than ever to focus on the goals and attributes of the individual candidates, not by relying on rumors and negative campaigning, but by checking out the facts yourself. This can be done as easily as talking directly to the candidate themselves. I am sure that they would all be more than happy to have a real and civil discussion with any of their constituents.

Please let me know your thoughts at [email protected] or (404) 656-0129. Thank you again for the honor of serving you in the Georgia General Assembly.

A VIEW from the Hill

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A few months ago I wrote an article detailing the issues of declining home values, and the effects of second mortgages on many homeowner’s financial wellbeing. Home modifications, bankruptcy, and just “walking away” were all options discussed in an effort to relieve mortgage burdens on individuals and families in our community.

Specifically Chapter 13 bankruptcy was discussed as a method in which a homeowner could conceivably strip a second mortgage off their home reducing the overall principle owed. Unfortunately this process is lengthy, costly and not necessarily in the best interest of most of the clients we talk to. But, it was the only option in bankruptcy to remove the second and keep your home.

Until now. . .

The Eleventh Circuit Appeals Court, that controls the law in Georgia bankruptcy courts, recently issued a decision permitting a debtor to potentially remove their second mortgage in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This is, in a word, huge. There are several advantages to being able to strip a second mortgage in Chapter 7 bankruptcy rather than Chapter 13. First, it’s less expensive. Next, usually a debtor can receive a discharge in Chapter 7 in only a few months while most Chapter 13 payment plans take 3 or 5 years before you receive a discharge. That is a big difference obviously. Additionally a Chapter 7 is designed to allow a debtor to discharge their debt and start fresh, without having to potentially pay back a portion as a Chapter 13 would require. As a debtor’s attorney this sure seems like a win, win, win for my clients.

There are some ifs when filing a Chapter 7. The second mortgage can only be “stripped off” if the fair market value of the underlying property is less than the outstanding amount of the first mortgage. There are income test and asset checks that have to be completed before a decision can be made as to whether someone qualifies for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

But, for those who do qualify, and if they are considering filing a bankruptcy, now may be the most opportune time. This decision by the 11th Circuit may eventually be overturned by a higher court, and inevitably home prices will rise in the future, either would eliminate the potential to remove the second mortgage in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and provide homeowners with a boon to both their home equity and financial budget.

by Archie Speights

My sECond MortAgE Is My FIrst ProblEM. . .

Maybe Not

Archie Speights is a partner at Burns & Speights, P.C. Attorneys at Law. He can be reached at (770) 956-1400.


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For Steve and Donna Harris, The Carpenter’s Shop is not just a preschool. It’s their life ministry. “Working with children has been my lifelong passion,” says Donna, who ran a home daycare; served as a church preschool director; and worked in the public school system before becoming co-owner and director of The Carpenter’s Shop. “My dream was to offer mothers the same Christian education for their children that many local churches do, but in a full- or half-day format that is convenient for both working and stay-at-home mothers. Everything we do at The Carpenter’s Shop is based on the word of God, because we feel this is God’s calling for us.”

Founded in 2007, The Carpenter’s Shop in Canton provides a loving, nurturing, secure environment based on Christian principles and teachings for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. The preschool follows the A Beka Book Christian-based, age-appropriate teaching curriculum and features individual lesson times for language arts, music, math, science, social studies, and health. “The key to our success is keeping kids engaged through structured activities and lessons,” Donna says, noting that all classrooms beginning at age 18 months follow a specific lesson plan that teachers must present each week for her approval. Likewise, children at all age levels are given a folder that includes important notes about daily activities so that parents can monitor their progress. “Many of our kids enter elementary school at a level far beyond their peers or the national average. In fact, the children in our first Kindergarten program tested in the 90th percentile nationally. It’s exciting to see that our curriculum is working,” she says. Enrollment for the 2012-2013 Kindergarten program beginning August 1 at The Carpenter’s Shop already is under way, with only a limited number of spots still available.

Smaller classrooms and student-teacher ratios at The Carpenter’s Shop make it possible for teachers to provide more one-on-one instruction and attention than many other preschools and public Kindergartens. “Our teachers can meet kids where they are and tailor the curriculum to their individual needs,” Donna says. Approximately 85 percent of the teachers at The Carpenter’s Shop have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, and all teachers must complete 10 hours of continuing education each year. The Carpenter’s Shop staff also includes two

by Michelle Martin

teachers with a degree in Special Education who can help identify and address special needs early. Working with Cherokee County educational partners in such areas as speech, occupational and behavioral therapy, she says teachers at The Carpenter’s Shop have helped several students to overcome their particular issues by the time they entered elementary school. “It’s a wonderful partnership that provides an invaluable service — at no cost to parents — that gives children the help they need and allows them to remain in the classroom with other kids. Fortunately, our curriculum works on all levels.”

In addition to academics, The Carpenter’s Shop also helps nurture kids spiritually. “Center Time” is a daily activity that includes a Bible story and prayer, while Weekly Chapel on Wednesday mornings is a fun time of kids-style praise and worship. During Chapel, children pledge to the American and Christian flags and to the

““The Carpenter’s Shop has been a huge blessing for our family. I appreciate taking my kids to a place where they are loved and educated to the highest standards each day. The Carpenter’s Shop is more than a preschool to our family. They have taught my children so much over the past year academically and spiritually.”

— Kylie Townsend; children: Parker, 3, and Emma-Kate, 21 months


Holy Bible, and learn scripture memory by singing Bible verses set to familiar nursery rhymes and other songs. “More than anything, we want our kids to know that we love them and Jesus loves them,” Donna says. “For 50 percent of our kids, The Carpenter’s Shop is their only church. We just plant the seed and watch it grow.”

Parents of the children attending The Carpenter’s Shop — as well as local families — also hold a special place in Donna and Steve Harris’ hearts. “We take seriously our role as a voice in the community,” she says, noting that The Carpenter’s Shop coordinates service projects that benefit local charitable organizations and also encourages the kids to bring an offering to help them learn about sacrificial giving. “We want parents to know that they’re part of our family and that we want to be an extension of their family. We are here for them and their children,” Donna says. “This is our calling. The Carpenter’s Shop is not our school; it’s God’s school.”

• Loving, nurturing, safe environment

• Experienced,qualifiedteachingstaff

• A Beka Book curriculum

• Bible stories, scripture memory, prayer time

• Security code entry

• Breakfast, lunch, snack served daily

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children.” — Deuteronomy 6:5–7

“We love the happy, Christian environment that The Carpenter’s Shop provides our children. Their favorite activities are Water Day and the Fall Festival.”

— Jessica Haynes; children: Morgan,3½, and Dayton, 14 months““The Carpenter’s Shop has been like family since day one. The teachers make the children and parents alike feel comfortable, and the environment allows my children to start off learning in such a positive atmosphere. Most of all, the love the teachers show our children is immeasurable.”

— Krystle Russell; children: J.D., 3, and Maci Lee, 18 months

“Enrollment for the 2012-2013 Kindergarten

program beginning August 1 at The Carpenter’s

Shop already is under way, with only a limited

number of spots still available.

367 Green Drive, Canton

Phone (770) 720-2333

www.thecarpentershopcanton.com

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Helping to Create A Better Life For People with Disabilities

Julie Bell, Region Director and Taylor Griffis, Employment Specialist of Briggs & Associates have a mission. They are changing the way people perceive individuals with disabilities. How, you might ask? By getting people employed and connected with their communities in Cherokee County.

Briggs & Associates, a Roswell, GA based company, was started twenty–five years ago. With funding from the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), Briggs & Associates provides services to individuals all over the state of Georgia.

Currently, Cherokee County has funding for individuals with a mental health diagnosis. As individuals are identified, they receive assistance with finding a job that matches their skills, the job coach educates coworkers in regards to the disability, they get on-the-job training by a professional job coach and on-going support for the individual and employer. Briggs & Associates has proven that having a mental health diagnosis is not a life sentence for failure. Besides their main goal of finding employment, Briggs is trying to reduce negative stigma associated with mental health and to educate the public. Mental illness is by no means discriminatory and can affect anyone. Currently, one in four adults is someway affected by mental illness. To the community this means that at the very least, one person you know has had some experience with mental health.

Today, Briggs & Associates has assisted more than 3000 individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment. For an individual, employment gives a sense of belonging in their community and creates self-esteem. For business owners, benefits include tax credits, filling high turnover positions, positive business profile for customers and increased morale in their workforce.

Briggs & Associates is thankful to have business partners in many industries. They have supported individuals who have thrived and given back to these companies through productivity, loyalty, dependability and an overall positive impact on morale. The following list is a sample of business partners: Emory Healthcare, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Grady Health System, North Fulton Hospital, Atlanta Medical Center, Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta Braves, GA Aquarium, Toys R Us, Bank of America, Suntrust and many more.

To submit a referral request and determine if you meet the guidelines for service support, please go to the Briggs & Associates website www.briggsassociates.org and complete a referral or contact Taylor Griffis at (404) 693-2025.

Julie Bell is a retired special education teacher from Sixes Elementary and Northstar in Cherokee County. She has two married sons that live and work in the local community. She is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities in Cherokee County, which led to her career as a Region Director for employment services at Briggs & Associates.

Taylor Griffis is a resident of Cherokee County and graduate of Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a concentration in Women’s studies. She is active in her community through her two children and husband. Her knowledge and passion about Mental Health and the lack of service supports; as well as, the damaging social stigma attached to having a mental illness led her to Briggs & Associates.

Together they want to and will create awareness about the possibilities for success for individuals that are typically not considered viable candidates for employment.

Businesses that are

interested in more

information and in gaining

a great employee, please

contact Taylor Griffis at

(404) 693-2025.


School’s out and the heat of summer has certainly kicked in. It’s time for some rest and relaxation. It’s time to let our worries go and just chill by the water. But, we can’t

be completely carefree. We must all be mindful of the dangers that can occur at poolside or at the lake.

Every year, thousands drown or are injured in water-related accidents that could have been prevented. Follow these general water tips to help stay safe in, on, and around the water.

Water Safety Tips:

• Learn to swim. Enroll your child in a swimming course. There are lessons available for all ages.

• Never swim alone. Even good swimmers can have an unexpected medical emergency in the water.

• Supervise children at all times, even when a lifeguard is present. Use of a floatation device cannot replace parental supervision.

• Learn CPR and make sure that others who care for your child know CPR too. It can be the difference between life and death.

Keep Your Pool Safe:

• Have a phone near the pool at all times.• Enclose your pool completely with a fence that has a self-

closing, latching gate.• Have basic lifesaving equipment (pole, rope, and floatation

devices) and know how to use them.• Keep toys away from the pool when not in use. Toys

attract young children into the water.• Remove pool covers completely prior to pool use.• Don’t run near the pool, push others, or dive or jump into

unfamiliar or shallow water.

Drowning is not the only danger with swimming pools or lakes. If you see storm clouds or hear thunder, get out of the water immediately to avoid electrocution. Also, contaminated pool water can make you sick. So, for other’s sake, don’t swim if you are sick yourself and don’t swim with open wounds or sores. It is also a good practice to shower before you swim. To ensure a safe summer and fun filled days at the pool and lake, make yourself knowledgeable of these water safety guidelines. As they say, “Better safe than sorry.”

*Information obtained from www.redcross.org and National Safety Council.

This information provided by Christopher Anderson, M.D. of M.D. Minor Emergency &

Family Medicine. They are opened from 9am to 9 pm, seven days a week. They are

located in the Riverstone Medical Complex. For more information on water safety,

please call (770) 720-7000 or visit their office at 720 Transit Avenue in Canton, next

to Cracker Barrel.

by Christopher Anderson, M.D.



Summer and grilling out go hand in hand. After all, man has been cooking meals over an open flame since before we lived in caves. Many of you seasoned grillers are not going to like what I have to say, but please finish the article because I have some great suggestions for you.

First, the bad news. Grilling out is bad for you. The straightforward fact is that when you grill a piece of meat over an open flame a chemical reaction occurs. Compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCA) are formed. HCA’s are the same chemicals found in cigarettes and have been proven to cause cancer. Yes, that’s right, grilling any kind of meat over an open flame causes the formation of cancer causing chemicals that you then flop on a plate and ingest. Not good.

Here are several suggestions so that you can continue to grill out while reducing cancer risk:

• Grill vegetables instead. Vegetables do not produce HCA’s when cooked on high heat over an open flame.

• Precooking hamburger for two minutes in the microwave before putting the burgers on the grill reduces HCA production by 90 percent.

• Many spices like rosemary can reduce HCA production. In fact, marinade packs mixed with oil and vinegar can reduce HCA development by 50 to 90 percent. Add garlic to all marinades and marinate overnight for the best results. Stay away from tomato-based marinades and sauces as they increase the amount of HCA produced.

• The antioxidants found in red wine and cherry juice can also combat HCA production by 90 percent. This works best when these are added to meat before cooking. If someone else grilled the meat, you could drink red wine with your meal to slightly reduce the effects of HCA’s. Prunes and pineapple have a similar effect.

• Studies show that a 400 IU vitamin E capsule added to 10 lbs. of hamburger reduced the production of HCA’s.

• Several food items, that when eaten with foods containing HCA’s, help neutralize the HCA cancer causing effect. Yogurt containing lactobacilli strain, sake, brandy and white wine all help to neutralize HCA in the intestines.

• Serve side dishes loaded in antioxidants. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and

A bEttEr Bar-b-que

Kellie Baxter B.S., D.C. specializes in chiropractic, sports injuries and nutrition. For more information, please call the office at (770) 345-1111 or visit www.BaxterChiro.com.

by Dr. Kellie Baxter


One of the most important things I have learned over the past 10 years of practicing medicine is to never be deceived by looks. It is not a guarantee that if a slim athletic woman comes in for a check-up her labs and blood pressure will bear fruits of her labor. Conversely, I have been amazed to witness a sedentary overweight man’s cholesterol panel that reads better than mine. It is still much better to be active and eat your fruit, veggies, and yogurt—but I have realized that genetics plays a huge part in a patient’s longevity. But it is often hazy to know what actually runs in your family mainly because generations above didn’t frequent doctors unless they were deathly ill or people keeping quiet about what they suffer from.

Genetics deal with each individual’s DNA and what they may be susceptible to from passage by generations hundreds of years before. Over the years science has discovered certain disesases that are more common in different ethnic groups— for example, Caucasians are more prone to Alzheimer’s dementia whereas African-Americans are to Sickle Cell Anemia. But there is also the argument that environment plays a dramatic role in the effects of human genetic disease. For example, in the U.S. high blood pressure and diabetes are epidemic mainly due to highly processed caloric foods coupled with “portion distortion”. (I heard this term years ago on CNN to describe how skewed our understanding of what a normal serving size is has become over the years.)

The point is that family history plays a bigger part than environment—we still need to exercise and eat healthy foods, and use our minds daily—but we also need not forget the power of our ancestors and what genes they may have passed down to us. I urge people to start talking to family members about what possibly runs in families. If this is difficult, often times simple blood tests can define the issue. For example, last week a tri-athlete came in for mandatory physical for her work. Her employers also required basic labs. To her surprise her bad cholesterol was very elevated. Later we came to find out that she had a couple uncles suddenly die of heart attacks at young ages. I immediately started her on medication—this hurt me more than the patient because I usually opt for

All In tHE Familyby Dr. Monika Yadav

Dr. Monika S Yadav is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine who practices at 684 Sixes Road in Holly Springs at Prestige Primary Care (PrestigePrimaryCare.com). For appointments call (678) 494-9669.



Saturday morning. My aid. Manual labor.

Now, I’ve been married twenty years. I knew I really didn’t have a choice. But as I was stewing and finishing my coffee, I was also still trying to figure a way out of it. Just as I began to consider grounding Joseph for this discovery in the first place, I remembered the one thing I ever learned about big rocks…

A time management specialist was giving a demonstration. Into a large glass jar he placed a bunch of big rocks. He asked the audience how many of them thought the jar was full. Most

raised their hands. Then he poured a bunch of pebbles into the jar, which filled the space between the rocks. Again, most watching considered the jar full. Then he poured in a bunch of sand and again most thought it full. Then he filled the jar with water.

He asked the class what the lesson of the demonstration was. One person

raised their hand and said, “no matter how busy you are, you can always fit in more.”

No, that wasn’t it. The point of the demonstration was this: Put your big rocks in first. Do what is most important in your life to get the most out of it.

So I got off my chair to help Ann.

I was hopeful the size of the rock had been exaggerated. Nope, it was a big rock alright – two hundred pounds, easy. I spent the next half hour struggling to move it wherever Ann pointed. I was sore and grimy by the time the rock was correctly positioned. But in the end Ann giggled happily, cleverly oohed and ahhed over my biceps, and gave me a big hug.

Spending time with your spouse is a big, big rock. It doesn’t matter so much what you do together – it’s the together part that counts.

But just for good measure, I instructed my boys to keep future discoveries of hidden boulders to themselves.

by Dr. Mike Litrel, MD

Dr. Litrel practices with his fellow OB/GYNs at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists. Dr. Litrel lives in Woodstock with his wife Ann and their two sons, Tyler and Joseph. E-mail Dr. Litrel at www.cherokeewomenshealth.com.

A bIg RockSometimes my neighbors compliment me on having a nice looking yard. I take no credit whatsoever. For ten years now, Duffy (a.k.a. John Hoopingarner, with Between-the-Pines Landscaping) has been mowing my lawn. And Ann has been doing the rest.

Ann regularly shares with me reports on her landscaping activities. She includes not only the details of her mulching, pruning and digging, but also the Latin names for plants I have never heard of. I always nod my head politely. Since she’s the one doing all the work, I figure it’s the least I can do.

This week’s news flash involved a Big Rock. Now, this Rock was minding its own business, buried in the ground between my neighbor’s backyard and mine, half covered with leaves and just barely sticking its nose into the air. My son Joseph stumbled upon it when he was playing in the woods and had the bright idea of digging it up. He discovered it was quite large, and, knowing his mother’s interest in all things obscure and natural, alerted her to his discovery. Ann proceeded to investigate.

It turns out this was no ordinary Rock. No, this was apparently a very attractive rock – a specimen of quartz, flecked with mica and other such minerals. Such a prize Rock should not remain underground. No. A Rock like this should be dug up, heaved out of its hole, and moved a hundred feet over into a prominent place in my backyard so we could all enjoy looking at it.

Mind you, I missed all the excitement because I was at work. Each evening I returned home to hear about the progress of Ann’s rock excavation and moving operation. Juicy details included how many shovels and 2”x 4” levers she had employed, what material makes the best ramps, and speculations about which section of the garden path would be best enhanced by this gem. Ann was clearly enjoying the challenge. She even went so far as to compare her efforts with those of the Egyptians, building the Pyramid without power tools.

I didn’t offer to help. My philosophy about yard work is that it’s best to let sleeping rocks lie. Unfortunately, the Rock eventually proved to be too much of a challenge even for Ann. So it happened that when Saturday morning rolled around, just as I was settling down to read the morning paper, Ann requested my aid and manual labor in moving the Rock.

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doesn’t matter so much what you do together – it’s the together part that counts.

Whether via plane, train or car, traveling with little ones can be a stressful and sometimes worrisome task. With many Atlanta families getting ready to take off on their summer vacations, it is essential to know how to keep children entertained and safe while on the road or in the air. To help put parents’ minds at ease, the childcare experts at The Goddard School have supplied their top 10 traveling tips for families with children:

Plan for an active stretch at a rest stop or a playground – let them walk or toddle for twenty or so minutes before climbing back in the car.

For infants, pre-measure formula into bottles and carry a room temperature bottle of water to mix on the go.

If you are traveling by plane, a car seat can double as a feeding chair or nap location. Call ahead for a crib to be added to your hotel room.

Bring music, books, stuffed animals and foam shapes that will “stick” to the car seat. In an airplane, bring or purchase headphones for music and rest it on your child’s shoulders instead of over their ears.

Have some active playtime just before leaving and plan for frequent stops. In an airplane, let children walk down the aisle periodically at their own pace.

Airports can be a bustling place – this may be the one time you should check your luggage at the curb. This way, you can focus on your little one’s needs without the hassle of luggage in tow.

Play window games to keep your child entertained – count the trucks, cows or red lights.

Buckle up a toy bin right next to the children so they can help themselves. Having a variety of books, links, stuffed animals and puppets can help keep them from getting bored.

Use a laptop desk for drawing with paper and crayons.

If you’re using a hotel babysitter: 1 – Check the sitter’s credentials, including criminal and/or child abuse clearances. 2 – Check the room and the equipment in the room. 3 – Carry your phone and check your phone service when you arrive at your destination.

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Scouting, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts alike, offers the youth of today many opportunities to learn valuable, life-defining lessons that will build a foundation for a successful future. A large part of Scouting instills strong leadership skills that will benefit these kids for a lifetime. Many adults have given countless hours of their time to guide the Scouts and model positive leadership qualities. Dalton Smith, Cubmaster Cub Scouts Pack 37 out of Sixes Elementary, exemplifies what it means to be a devoted Scout Leader. He has an incredible gift of connecting with the boys and a true passion for drawing each and every kid in, as well as their families. Dalton meets the kids where they are, continuously creating new and exciting activities to keep the boys engaged. “Because Dalton makes Scouting fun for FAMILIES as well as boys, my husband and I became actively involved in our Pack,” shared Lisa Mabry, Pack 37 secretary. Dalton is also the Assistant Scoutmaster Boy Scout Troop 241, Chartered through Scouts Canton Inc. which is one of the oldest Scout units in the area and he is a Volunteer on a district level with Cherokee Pickens Scouting District training leaders and a Merit Badge Counselor. Dalton leads the boys by example and his enthusiasm is contagious. Dalton, Thank you for the positive impact that you are making in the lives of so many of our area youth!

Q & A Q: How long have you been involved in Scouts? Dalton: Over 6 years

Q: What is your background with Scouts? Dalton: I was an Explorer Scout with the Sheriffs Department in Dalton, Ga. After I became involved as a leader, I grabbed every training class I could get my hands on. “A boy deserves a trained leader.” Many of the training classes allow the grown ups to be kids again.

Q: What motivates you to give of yourself and your time to the Scouts? Dalton: One of the most important responsibilities we have is shaping our youth. “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Frederick Douglas. It is our legacy that we leave behind.

Q: What do you hope that the people that you come in contact with will take away from their experiences and time with Scouts? Dalton: Scouting provides youth with an opportunity to try new things, provide service to others, build self-confidence, and reinforce ethical standards. These opportunities not only help them when they are young but also carry forward into their adult lives, improving their relationships, their work lives, their family lives, and the values by which they live.

Q: Has there been anyone that was inspirational in your life that led you to working with the kids and Scouts? Dalton: Scott Anderson, the previous Cubmaster for Pack 37, recruited me into Scouting and he taught me to get the parents involved. If the kids got dirty then the parents got dirty. I also learned early on: “If it’s not for the boys then it’s for the birds!”

Q: What is the best part of being a Cubmaster? Dalton: It keeps me and my wife Tracy young. We have a very special relationship with our two sons, Jared (8) and Jake (12), because of our Scouting trips and experiences. I walked through Sixes Elementary one loud lunch day (Spirit Day) and dozens of boys said, “Hi Mr. Dalton.” One of the teachers said, “Wow! You must be a rock star or something!” and I said, “Nope, much better. I’m their Scout Leader.” Not only do the boys build special bonds but the Scouting families become close as they camp together, hike together, go cave spelunking together and spend endless hours and nights together.

After all, as Dalton says, “The family that Scouts together stays together!”

“Cubmaster Dalton Smith is the perfect man to lead Cub Scout Pack 37. He LOVES Scouting and can talk about it any day – every day. Dalton brings honor, respect, vitality, interest and fun to Scouting. Many of our Scouts call him a comedian with dry wit and wacky humor but also know him as a man who embraces and embodies devotion, love and respect to God, our country, his family, friends and to his beloved Scouts.” — Lisa Mabry, Pack 37 Secretary

“Dalton Smith is the leader, mentor and the backbone of Pack 37. His tireless efforts and dedication to the pack are clearly due to his love and passion for Scouting. For all his leadership qualities the one thing that stands out the most to me is his ability to relate to the kids and pass along his enthusiasm for Scouting to them.”— Bill Blount, parent, a Den Leader and Webmaster for Pack 37

Cubmaster, Cub Scouts Pack 37

Dalton Smith

To find out how to get involved in Scouting, please visit http://www.cpds.org/ and http://bsapack37.com.

The Smith Family



This month we put out the call on Facebook for our fans to challenge us with their trickiest hair mysteries and dilemmas! Here’s what you asked and how the style team at Jyl Craven Hair Design answered:

Stacy S.: The texture on the right side of my hair is different from the left. It doesn’t curl or grow as well. This drives me crazy! What can I do?

Jyl Craven Style Team: Believe us, we know. In a world that values symmetry in style, uneven hair can be a daily drama. To even out your hair you should consider a texturizing treatment. This is a mild processing treatment that will allow you to change the texture of your hair either to have more wave or to be more smooth, depending on which side of your hair you like better!

Erica B.: My hair is super long, naturally straight and of medium thickness, but it grows like it’s on steroids! My issue is that I’m bottle blonde and my roots show within a couple of days of dying. On top of that, my long hair tangles easily! What can I do?

Jyl Craven Style Team: We recommend that you consider highlights and lowlights. This will create more of a blending effect rather than a hard line where your roots show, and will buy you some time between color sessions. As for the tangles, you should purchase an oil shine elixir to smooth things out. Regular trims will also keep the mane manageable!

Wendi G.: My hair is coarse and curly. It tangles easily and I hate the frizz!

Jyl Craven Style Team: One of the best ways to tame coarse, frizzy hair is with a Keratin Smoothing Treatment, which can be found at your local professional salon. Depending on the service, the results can last anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months, and leave your hair smoother, silkier and much more manageable.

Kendra C.: My hair grows so slow! I want it longer!

Jyl Craven Style Team: Biotin supplements (AKA Vitamin H) or prenatal vitamins have actually been found to assist in the hair growth process. If you’re after more immediate results,

by Jyl Craven

Jyl Craven of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. For information you may contact the salon at (770) 345-9411 or visit www.jylcraven.com.


YOUR TRICKIEST HAIR CHALLENGES:

Solved!Most people know the importance of having their home’s heating and cooling systems checked twice a year to make sure all is operating at peak efficiency and is in good operating order. But an area most people forget about having checked annually is their electrical system and panel; it is ironic, as a malfunction in this area can be catastrophic. Electrical systems need to be checked regularly to make sure there is no excessive heat buildup or loose connections that could cause a problem.

When a home or business is first constructed, all the electrical connections are tightened down to make sure there is no resistance to cause excessive heat. After a few years, these connections loosen as the copper is compressed. When they loosen, heat starts to build, causing a potential breaker trip, or worse, an electrical fire.

Years ago, when my son was 3 or 4 years-old, he would tell me about a yellow and orange “monster” that would “glow” in his room at night, it lived behind his bed. I laughed this story off until one night I went into his room to tuck him in and saw the yellow/orange “monster” for myself. The wire to a receptacle behind his bed had become loose over the years and the orange glow was the red hot wire, like the burner on an electric stove. We were just hours from our home burning to the ground due to a faulty connection in a plug. The next day I replaced every receptacle and switch in that house. This problem did not manifest itself all the time and a simple electrical inspection would have caught this before it burnt our wall joist.

The main electrical panel is also a device that needs to be checked along with every branch circuit and breaker. Many times you will find problems with the metal bar that attaches the breaker to the panel; these busbar issues will generate heat causing potential problems. Breakers will get old, weak or mushy causing a trip or heat buildup and they simply need to be replaced. There are a number of brands of older main panels that have been recalled as unsafe and these need to be replaced with a new modern load center to prevent any issues. One of the most common mistakes is a “piggy back” connection

DON’T fORGET The Electrical

by Dan Jape

Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable Heating and Air. You may contact him at (770) 594-9096 or visit him online at www.reliableair.com.



“Don’t swallow the seeds,” she admonished. “They will take root in your bellies and sprouts will grow out of your ears.”

Of course, we didn’t believe her, but we were not going to waste our seeds on trivial mat-ters. We had more important things to do with the water-melon seeds.

We were not allowed to eat watermelon in the house. We would go outside, drop down the tailgate of my dad’s truck and get a wedge of watermelon to enjoy. The seeds would be placed in a neat pile. They would serve as the projectile for the contest that would occur later. After we finished eating our watermelons, we would take our rinds and throw them over the fence to the goats. I have never understood why we had goats other than to eat our watermelon rinds in the summer-time.

Coming back from feeding the goats, we would draw a line on the gravel driveway that served as our starting point. The baby would go first. We called him booger. No explanation necessary. His seed would project a couple of steps in front of him. My next brother would step up to the contest and thrust his seed into the air. Then it would be my turn. David had his stones, Shane Pittman from third grade had his spit wad, but I had my watermelon seed. Deep breath, strong forward thrust, and correct motion with the tongue would send the seed fly-ing through the air like a bullet shot out of a rifle.

Summer did not officially start until the first watermelon was purchased from the old man parked on the side of the road. When the melon was brought home and the knife sliced down the middle to expose the red, juicy interior, we knew that memories were about to be made. It is those summertime memories that get me through the cold winters of my life.

by Pastor Jamey Prickett

Jamey Prickett is the Senior Pastor of Liberty Hill Church. To contact Pastor Jamey, please call (678) 493-8920 or email [email protected]://wrestledwithangels.wordpress.com/

WATERmELON In Summertime

What memories do you have of summertime?

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Since the 2008-09 School Year, the Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has implemented almost $113 million in budget reductions or cost-containment measures. With the habitual reductions in the amount of State funding ($26.5 million this year), the ever-growing amount of “Local Fair Share” dollars sent to other counties and the continuing downward spiral of the local tax digest, the outlook is still bleak.

One advantage of local control is that each school district can determine where to make its budget cuts. Since the CCSD is a labor-intensive operation, it’s obvious that personnel funding will have to be addressed. This can be influenced by furloughs, layoffs or salary cuts.

Our tentative budget for the 2012-13 School Year projects eight furlough days, five of which were previously scheduled instructional days for students. Furlough days affect all employees, not just teachers. In order to balance the number of days in each semester, two instructional days will be used in the first semester and three in the second. The three non-instructional days were taken from teacher work days and post-planning. Many teachers will choose to continue to work on these three furlough days; they just won’t be paid for it. Eight days of pay will be deducted from each employee’s paycheck as a result of the furloughs. In order to lessen the financial burden, this pay deduction is spread out over 12 months of pay.

Our district is not alone in assessing furlough days. According to news reports, most districts in metro Atlanta and throughout the state have between two and 10 scheduled furlough days. I have only heard of two districts — Fulton and Henry — that are not planning any for the 2012-13 school year. Some of these districts with fewer or no furlough days have previously reduced staff, implemented pay cuts for teachers and drastically increased class sizes. Many of these districts have larger commercial tax bases than Cherokee.

The CCSD budget committee looks at each and every line item to ensure that the budget cuts made have the least possible impact on the students. Because in the CCSD, every student matters!

by Janet Read

SCHOOL BOARD News

Janet Read is the Board Chairperson and Representative for Post 4 for the Cherokee County School Board. Janet may be reached by e-mail at [email protected].


Herbs were the first medicines, drugs and preservatives, and in the first dyes and cosmetics. We plant herbs in walkways so the scents rise when stepped on, sew them in clothing and put them in drawers for pleasant scents. They’re in our shampoo, body creams and more. Some are tasty. Others pretty in the garden, in home decor and even as sprigs in your hair or lapel.

If you’re growing herbs in pots or in the garden be sure to use fresh herbs sparingly if you’re used to dried herbs. Fresh herbs can impact the body in powerful ways. The first time I made pesto from fresh basil it tasted so good I ate more than I should have and had terrible nightmares, which my doctor confirmed was a drug reaction. Not a common event but again, go easy on the fresh.

Select herbs for ease of growing, potential yield, amount you’ll use during the year, and cost if purchased vs. home grown. Herbs may be annual (one season), biennial (2-3 seasons) or perennial (ongoing). Here are my choices for the best and easiest herbs to grow. Each takes little care and resists insects and disease.

Basil complements the flavors of tomatoes, eggs, pasta, mushroom dishes and potato salad. It’s an annual with many varieties. Try Sweet Basil, from seeds or purchased plants. Freeze or dry the excess. Freezing most herbs retains their fresh taste, though they lose much of their green color; but once in the cooking pot only you will know!

Chives add zest to salads, soups, sauces, marinades, meat and egg dishes, and casseroles. They’re a hardy perennial and easily started from seeds. Don’t harvest in the first year so plant roots can establish. Chives can be frozen, but lose quality if dried.

Parsley goes in soups, sauces, salads, vegetables, and garnishes almost any dish. It’s a biennial, high in dietary iron. Leaves can be harvested during the first year. Harvest extensively during the second year when the plant produces flowers, and then dies back over the winter. Butterflies lay their eggs on parsley leaves, so plant some extra for them.

Rosemary is actually a hardy Mediterranean evergreen shrub, best to start from a plant. It dries well, and I put fresh cuttings into flower arrangements for added scent. Rosemary

PLANNING A Beginner’s Herb Garden

by Patricia BowenCherokee County Master Gardener


I spoke the words with everyone else: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” The meeting continued with a prayer and the business of the day.

I wondered how many flags claimed the attention of those who recited the same words I had. I still get a lump in my throat when the national anthem is sung at a ball park or a gifted voice sings, “God bless America, land that I love.” I am proud to be an American. I don’t need to modify that – simply American will do! I flew my flag at our house on Memorial Day, June 14 and will have it up July 4. When I watch it flowing in the breeze, I breathe a prayer of thanks for my country. In 1892 James Upham and Francis Bellamy first published the pledge to our flag in The Youth’s Companion. With slight modifications it has been used for over a hundred years by patriotic citizens in a common allegiance. We need to be reminded of that allegiance. My promise to the flag surpasses any loyalty to a political party or a single state within these United States of America. My loyalty is to a system of government where the people are sovereign. We are united as a single Republic under the Divine providence of God who, according to the words of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, is “our most powerful resource.” After the Civil War, the word “indivisible” reminded folks to seek the unity. “With liberty” affords the opportunity to pursue life and happiness, “and justice” is the commitment that each person is entitled to be treated justly, fairly and according to the proper law and principle. That pledge unites us so that we cannot be divided. This America is in danger. We are still at war, but for many of us it’s a televised war. Even 9/11 seems less vivid in our thinking. Older Americans recall stories of World War II, Korea or Viet Nam. Desert Storm and Afghanistan are present

by Dr. James E. Kilgore

Dr. Kilgore is President of the International Family Foundation, Inc., Suite 220, 1558 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114. He and Mrs. Kilgore are Ministers Emeriti of Lake Arrowhead Chapel and active community volunteers.

THE fAmILY TOUCH Which Allegiance?


(770) 345-3288 • www.rockbarn.org

The movie theatre in Canton on Main Street was showing silent movies as early as 1911. By 1920, the theatre was under new ownership and was called the Bonita; it was later renamed the Haven. By 1936, the theatre was purchased by the Martin and Thompson Theatre Company. They remodeled the theatre in an Art Deco style and held a Grand Opening on September 30, 1940. The theatre was a popular place for entertainment for decade. However, in the 1970s, attendance dropped dramatically when people began going to larger movie theaters elsewhere. By the 1990s, it had deteriorated so much that it only had pigeons for occupants. It was purchased in 1994 by an individual and, in 1997 the City of Canton took over the theatre and continued its renovation. Now the theatre has been restored to its former glory and hosts many different types of events including plays, concerts and private functions.

1. A promotion for the movie “Tail Spin,” starring Alice Faye in 1939 at the Haven. This picture was taken shortly before its remodel. 2. An advertisement for the Haven Theatre that ran in the North Georgia Tribune on January 1, 1937. 3. The Canton Theatre, from February 7-10, 1953, hosted the King Brothers Circus to promote the movie, “The Greatest Show on Earth.” Part of the promotion included a contest to guess the weight of Wilson, the male lion on display.

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American Business Women’s Association: (678) 493-3618, www.abwa.orgCanton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club: (770) 345-1750 Cherokee Area Business Connection: (770) 345-8687 Cherokee Business & Professional Women: (770) 345-1751Cherokee Toastmasters: (770) 712-4077 www.CherokeeToastmasters.comNEW Network of Entrepreneurial Women: (678) 595-0344PowerCore: (404) 572-1278Woodmont Business Club: www.woodmontbusinessclub.com

AA Meetings: Antioch Christian: (770) 475-9628AARP Organization: Canton Chapter: (770) 479-5460Adopting Families Group: (770) 516-1340Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group: (770) 926-0119 American Heart Assoc. — Cherokee Division: (678) 385-2013 Arts Alliance of Georgia: (678) 754-8482 Bethany Place: (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.orgBreast Cancer Support Group, Drop-In: (404) 843-1880Canton Al-Anon: (770) 516-3502 CASA for Children, Inc.: Deidre Hollands, (770) 345-3274 www.casacherokee.org Celebrate Recovery: (404) 317-0345 www.actionchurch.tvCherokee Autism Support Group: Heidi — [email protected] or Renee — [email protected] Child Advocacy Council: (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.orgCherokee Co. Aspergers Syndrome Support Group: www.CCAspies.orgCherokee Co. Family Child Care Assoc.: Brenda Bowen, (770) 926-8055 Cherokee Co. Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA: (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org Cherokee Co. Habitat for Humanity: (770) 345-1879 Cherokee Co. Senior Services: (770) 345-5312 Cherokee Co. Service League: (770) 704-5991 Cherokee Co. Special Olympics: (770) 517-7101 Cherokee County Family Violence Center: (770) 479-1804 Battered Women Hotline: (770) 479-1703 In Spanish, (770) 720-7050 Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Bill Queen (404) 441-3508, www.cherokeefca.org Cherokee FOCUS: (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Drug Free Cherokee: Stacy Bailey, (770) 345-5483 www.drugfreecherokee.org

Grace to the Nations: (404) 819-5520 www.gracetothenations.com

Habitat for Humanity North Central GA:

(770) 345-1879, www.habitatncg.org

Haiti Cheri Harvest Life Ministries:

(800) 989-4248, [email protected]

Hope Center (hope for unplanned pregnancies):

(770) 924-0864, www.hopectr.com

Hope Center — Baby & More Thrift Store:

www.babyandmorethriftstore.com

Hospice Advantage: (770) 218-1997

www.hospiceadvantage.com

iCOR (helping orphans): (404) 992-8155

www.iCORorphans.com

Legacy Ministries International: (770) 924-0826

Meals-on-Wheels: (770) 345-7440

Miracle Mothers: www.miraclemothers.org

MOMS Club of Canton (serving Canton,

Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs):

West: http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com

MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers:

(770) 479-4140

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/waleskamops

MUST Ministries: (770) 479-5397

www.mustministries.org

Narcotics Anonymous: (770) 720-4032

National Alliance for Mental Illness Family Support

Group: (404) 394-1229, www.nami.org

North Georgia Angel House, Inc.:

www.angelhousega.com

Northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary:

(770) 720-9559

Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples:

(678) 404-0034, www.NOWAMOM.org

Papa’s Pantry: (770) 591-4730

www.papaspantry.org

Safe Kids of Georgia in Cherokee County:

(678) 493-4343, www.cherokeesafekids.org

Salvation Army: 121 Waleska St. (770) 720-4316

Volunteer Aging Council: (770) 345-7515

Young Peoples AA Meeting: (770) 479-2502

Canton Lions Club: (678) 224-7878 www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Noon Day Optimists: (678) 454-2370 Canton Optimist Club: www.cantonoptimist.com Canton Rotary Club: (770) 479-2101 Cherokee County Historical Society: (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Hickory Flat Optimist Club: Alan Flint (770) 720-9056 Holly Springs Business & Professional Assoc.: (678) 467-9269 Pilot Club of Cherokee County: Lynda Goodwin at (770) 393-1766 [email protected] Club of Cherokee County: (678) 297-0154, [email protected] of the American Revolution: Cherokee Chapter, (770) 410-0015 [email protected]

The Trail of Tears Association: (770) 704-6338

www.nationaltota.org

United Daughters of the Confederacy, The Helen Plane Chapter 711: [email protected]

Cherokee Co. Board of Elections & Registrations: (770) 479-0407

Cherokee County Democratic Party: (770) 345-3489, www.CherokeeDems.com Cherokee Co. Municipal Planning Commission: (678) 493-6101 Cherokee County Republican Party: (678) 809-1411, www.cherokeecountygop.com

Cherokee County Repulican Women’s Club: (678) 520-2236, www.CCRWCGA.com Cherokee County School Board: (770) 479-1871 Cherokee County Teen Republicans: (678) 232-7488, www.cherokeecountytrs.webs.com

Cherokee County Young Republicans: (770) 926-9317, [email protected] Cherokee/Pickens Libertarian Party: (770) 345-4678, www.lpgeorgia.com/cherokee

Canton Moose Family Center (Bingo): (770) 479-8300 Christian Authors Guild: www.christianauthorsguild.org

Cherokee Amateur Radio Society: (770) 928-8590, www.cherokee-ares.org/ccars Cherokee Amateur Radio Emergency Services (SKYWARN Storm Spotters): (770) 928-8590 www.cherokee-ares.org

Cherokee Community Chorale: (678) 439-8625 www.cherokeecommunitychorale.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners: (770) 479-0418 Cherokee County Saddle Club: (770) 757-2282 www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee County Social Adventures Group: www.TCCSAG.org

Cherokee Fencing Club: Andy McCann, (678) 494-9750

www.cherokeefencingclub.com Cherokee Hiking Club: (770) 235-3655

[email protected] Cherokee MOTS (Mom’s of Tots): (770) 272-5388 www.meetup.com/cherokee-mots

Cherokee Music Teachers Association: Linda Lokey (770) 720-1701, www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee New Horizons Band (CNHB): (770) 479-4917, [email protected] Cherokee Photography Club: www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee Running Club: (770) 928-4239 (770) 926-8513 Cherokee Senior Softball Association: www.cssasoftball.com

Crossfit Workout of the Day Club: www.crossfitgarage.com

Falany Performing Arts Center @ Reinhardt University: (770) 720-5558, www.reinhardt.edu/fpac The Funk Heritage Center Book Club: (770) 720-5969 North Cobb Bass Club: (770) 820-3945 www.northcobbbass.com

Sewrifics, American Sewing Guild: (678) 493-3976 Southern O Scalers: Dan Mason, (770) 337-5139

Business Organizations

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Political Organizations

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770-345-0400

www.CherokeeChamber.com

P.O. Box 4998

3605 Marietta Hwy, Canton

2012 BLASTT WorkshopsPresented by Reinhardt University

August 8, 11:30 a.m. — 2 p.m. (Lunch is provided)

Speaker: Drew Tonsmeire, KSU Small Bus. Dev. CenterCost: $50 for Members; $75 for Future Members

The next Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce B.L.A.S.T.T. Workshop focuses on how Google tools can help reach more customers, assist you in understanding what customers are searching for, and how you can operate more efficiently. The

workshop will cover online marketing best practices including how to: claim your business on Google Maps and create a Google Place Page, reach the right audience using Google AdWords and boost your

ad performance by choosing the right keywords as well as writing compelling ads, using Google Analytics to track online trac

and optimize your website.

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Contact Amy at (770) 345-0400 or [email protected] to register.

The Outlet Shoppes at AtlantaI-575 New Rope Mill Interchange

Shopping Center

White Board Promotions246 Edinburgh Lane

Woodstock (770) 298-7714Promotional Products

Kauffman Tire3700 Marietta Highway

Canton (678) 880-0015Automotive Service & Tires

Wireless Communications4504 Holly Springs Pkwy., Suite 102B

Canton (770) 635-2039Wireless Communications

City of Waleska Splash PadCline Park on Bartow StreetWaleska (770) 479-2912

Government — City

Cartersville Jewelry Exchange1552 Riverstone Pkwy., Suite 170

Canton (770) 720-1867Jewelry Stores

Help your city win the Mayor’s Recycling Challenge

Living GREEN! Working GREEN! Thinking GREEN!

During the month of July, the cities of Ball Ground, Nelson, Waleska, Holly Springs and Canton will compete to see who can collect the most household recycling.

Bring your recyclables to the bin located at your City Hall or behind the Fire Department off Hickory Road for Holly Springs.

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United States Government:

President Barack Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov

Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Senate Russell Courtyard-2 GA: (770) 763-9090 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov

Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (770) 661-0768 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov

Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 (202) 225-4501 P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 GA: (770) 565-4990 Website: http://tom.house.gov fax: (770) 565-7570

Rep. John Linder (R), District 7 (202) 225-4272 90 North Street, Suite 360 GA: (770) 232-3005 Canton, GA 30114-2724 fax: (770) 232-2909 Website: www.linder.house.gov

State Government:

Governor Nathan Deal (R) (404) 656-1776 203 State Capitol fax: (404) 657-7332 Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.ga.gov.com

State Senator Jack Murphy (R) (D-27) (770) 887-1960 304-B Coverdell Legislative Bldg. fax: (770) 205-0602 Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Calvin Hill (R) (D-21) local: (678) 493-7257 511 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. business: (404) 656-0129 Atlanta, GA 30334 fax: (770) 345-2394 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R) (D-22) (404) 656-0287 607 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Mark Hamilton (R) (D-23) Email: [email protected]

Cherokee County Courts:

Superior Court: Chief Judge Frank C. Mills, III (678) 493-6270 Judge N. Jackson Harris (678) 493-6260 Judge Ellen McElyea (678) 493-6240

State Court: Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. (678) 493-6480 Judge W. Alan Jordan (678) 493-6490 Judge A. Dee Morris (678) 493-6480

Juvenile/Family Court: Judge John B. Sumner (678) 493-6250 Judge Tony Baker (678) 493-6280

Magistrate Court: Chief Judge James Drane III (678) 493-6431

Probate Court: Judge Keith Wood (678) 493-6160

Clerk of the Court: Patty Baker (678) 493-6511

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners www.cherokeega.com 1130 Bluffs Parkway (678) 493-6000 Canton, GA 30114 fax: (678) 493-6001

Commissioners: Buzz Ahrens (R), Chairperson e-mail: [email protected]

Harry Johnston (R), Post 1 e-mail: [email protected]

Jim Hubbard (R), Post 2 e-mail: [email protected]

Karen Bosch (R), Post 3 e-mail: [email protected]

Jason A. Nelms (R), Post 4 e-mail: [email protected]

Cherokee County Board of Education: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Robert Wofford, Post 1 (770) 345-6256 e-mail: [email protected]

Mike Chapman (R), Post 2 (Chair) (770) 704-4398, x4372 e-mail: [email protected]

Michael Geist, Post 3 (404) 462-4950 e-mail: [email protected]

Janet Read (R), Post 4 (770) 516-1444 e-mail: [email protected]

Rick Steiner (R), Post 5 (770) 704-4398, x4370 e-mail: [email protected]

Rob Usher, Post 6 (770) 928-0341 e-mail: [email protected]

Kim Cochran (R), Post 7 (678) 983-9644 e-mail: [email protected]

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby (404) 362-1600 90 North Street, Suite 310 Canton, GA 30114

Cherokee County School System Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo (770) 479-1871 P.O. Box 769 fax: (770) 479-1236 110 Academy St. Canton, GA 30114 Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison (R) (678) 493-4100 498 Chattin Drive fax: (678) 493-4228 Canton, GA 30115 Website: www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner David Fields (R) (678) 493-6400 2780 Marietta Highway fax: (678) 493-6420 Canton, GA 30114 e-mail: [email protected]

City of Canton www.canton-georgia.com (770) 704-1500

Mayor Gene Hobgood

City of Ball Ground www.cityofballground.com (770) 735-2123

Mayor A. R. (Rick) Roberts III

City of Holly Springs www.hollyspringsga.net (770) 345-5536 Mayor Tim Downing


Ball Ground First Baptist445 Old Canton Road, (770) 735- 3374 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 7p.m. www.ballgroundfbc.org

Calvary Baptist137 Hightower Road, (770) 887-6982Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.calvarybaptistweb.org

Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.CherokeeBaptistChurch.org

Community Baptist Church115 W. Wes Walker Memorial Dr., Ball GroundCurrently meeting at Canton Community ChurchSunday Service: 1:30 p.m.www.community-baptist-church.com

Crossroads of Life Baptist2861 Ball Ground Hwy, (770) 479- 7638Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.crossroadsoflifebaptist.org

First Baptist CantonMission Point Campus: 1 Mission PointSunday Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 11 a.m.Visit the website or call for details: (770) 479-5538, www.fbccanton.org

First Baptist Holly Springs2632 Holly Springs Pkwy, (770) 345-5349Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m.www.fbchollysprings.com

First Baptist Church of Woodstock11905 Hwy 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-4428Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.fbcw.org

Heritage Baptist Fellowship3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, (770) 479-9415Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Hickory Road Baptist Church2146 Hickory Road, (770) 345-2296Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.hickoryroad.org

Mount Zion Baptist Church4096 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 479-3324Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m.www.mtzb.org

Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 East Cherokee Drive (Kid Connection)Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(678) 880-0871, www.mv-baptist.comPastor: Dr. Joe Brothers

Shoal Creek Baptist4967 Fincher Road, (770) 720-0195Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Shoal Creek Primitive Baptist 174 Fields Mcghee Drive, (770) 630-7150Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Elder Randall Cagle

Free Home Community Church152 Crystal Springs Lane, (770) 479-1537Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Hickory Flat Church of God947 Bailey Road, Woodstock, (770) 475-4321Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.

Hillside Community Church of God12487 Fincher Road, (678) 880-1901Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Mt. Paran North Canton Campusmeets at Sequoyah HS, 4485 Hickory RoadSunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(678) 285-3288, www.mpncanton.com

New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, (770) 345-2660Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.www.newlifecanton.com

Sunnyside Church of God2510 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 639-1018Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.www.sunnysidecog.org

Toonigh Church of God4776 Old Highway 5, (770) 926-3096Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church2135 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock (404) 395-5003Meeting at All Points Community ChurchSunday Service: 10 a.m.www.ctrcec.com

Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church2795 Ridge Road, (770) 345-6722Sunday Eucharist Services: 8, 9 & 11 a.m.www.stclementscanton.org

Chabad Jewish Center4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw(678) 460-7702, www.JewishWoodstock.comIntroductory Service: 1st Shabbat of each month at 11 a.m.Traditional Service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Ner TamidReform Jewish CongregationContact us for High Holiday Service times & dates(678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org

Tikvah I’ Chaim “Hope for Life” Messianic Jewish Fellowship4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., (678) 936-4125Saturday Shabbat Service: 10 a.m.www.tlchaim.com

Celebration of Grace Lutheran ChurchScott Mill Chapel, 411 Scott Mill Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org

Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS)556 Arnold Mill Road, WoodstockSunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m.(770) 928-2812 Tlcwoodstock.ctsmemberconnect.net

Ball Ground United Methodist Church3045 Ball Ground Highway, (770) 735-6247Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.ballgroundchurch.org

Big Springs United Methodist2066 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-1796Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Birmingham United Methodist Church 15770 Birmingham Rd., (678) 942-1600Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.www.birminghamumc.org

Canton First United Methodist Church930 Lower Scott Mill Road, (770) 479-2502Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30, & 11 a.m.www.cantonfirstumc.org

City On A Hill: A United Methodist Church 7745 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 445-3480Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m.www.coahumc.org

Hickory Flat United Methodist Church4056 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 345-5969Sunday School: 9:20 a.m.Sunday Services: 9:20 & 11 a.m.www.hickoryflat.org

Holly Springs United Methodist Church2464 Holly Springs Parkway, (770) 345-2883Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.hollyspringsumc.com

Liberty Hill Church141 Railroad Street, (678) 493-8920Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.www.libertyhillumc.org

Orange United Methodist Church220 Orange Church Circle, (770) 886-9662Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m.www.orangeumc.org

Sixes United Methodist Church8385 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 345-7644Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.www.sixesumc.org

Union Hill United Methodist Church2000 A.J. Land Road, (678) 297-0550Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.unionhillumc.org

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St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church2263 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 485-0504Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. www.stelizabethga.org

Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA1498 Johnson Brady Road, (770) 704-9594Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.cherokee-pca.org

Faith Presbyterian Church USA3655 Reinhardt College ParkwaySunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 479-6193, www.faithpc.us

Grace Church, PCA1160 Butterworth Road, (770) 265-5811Sunday Services: 11 a.m. www.gracecanton.org

Heritage Presbyterian Church5323 Bells Ferry Road, WoodstockSunday School: 9:45 a.m.Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:10 a.m.(770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com

Sixes Presbyterian Church2335 Sixes Road, (770) 485-1975Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.sixeschurch.org

Trinity Presbyterian Church USA1136 Trinity Church Road, (678) 493- 6955Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org

Woodstock Presbyterian Church345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 926-0074 Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church2941 Sam Nelson Road, (770) 479-8923Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Masses: 8 & 10:30 a.m.Sunday Spanish Mass: 5:30 p.m.www.lasalettecanton.com

St. Michael the Archangel490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 516-0009Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m., 12:45 & 5:30 p.m.Sunday Spanish Mass: 2:30 p.m.www.stmichaelthearchangelwoodstock. catholicweb.com

Action Church271 Marietta Road, Canton Village Shopping CenterSunday Service: 10 a.m.(404) 317-0345, www.actionchurch.tv

AllPoints Community Church6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (678) 493-3430Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.allpointschurch.org

Antioch Christian3595 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-9628Sunday Services: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.www.antiochcanton.org

Bethel Tabernacle13417 Fincher Road (Hwy. 108), (770) 479-4540Sunday Service: 12 noon

Canton Community260 Rolling Hills Avenue, (770) 479-3792Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m.www.cantoncommunityministries.org

Canton Hispanic SDA462 Scott Road, (678) 493-2727Sabbath School: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service: 11:15 a.m.http://cantonhispanic22.adventistchurchconnect.org

Canton Adventist Church411 Scott Mill Road, (678) 880-0106Saturday Worship: 10 a.m.www.cantonfamiles.org

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints3459 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 720-9574Sunday Services: 1 p.m.

Church of the Messiah415 Charles Cox Drive, (770) 479-5280Sunday Service: 10 a.m.www.churchofthemessiah.net

Dayspring Church6835 Victory Drive, Acworth (770) 516-5733Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.dayspring-online.com

Emmanuel Community Church2135 East Cherokee Drive, (404) 668-2653Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.ecchurchsite.org

Grace Bible ChurchMeets at Cherokee Christian School Sunday Service: 11 a.m. (770) 355-8724, www.gracebc.info

Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 592-9900 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Hickory Flat Fellowship5301 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 704-5050Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Inner Quest Unlimited (a metaphysical Christian Church)12830 New Providence Road, AlpharettaSunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 521-2875, www.InnerQuestChurch.org

Jehovah’s Witnesses667 Scott Road, (770) 479-7028Call for local meeting times.

Lake Arrowhead Chapel1218 Lake Arrowhead Drive, (770) 479-3886

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.lakearrowheadchapel.org

Life Bible Church124 P. Rickman Industrial Drive, (770) 217-7494Sunday Services: 10 a.m. www.lifebiblechurch.com

Morning Star Church1006 Owens Store Road, (678) 794-7486Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.morningstarcanton.com

New Covenant Bible1095 Scott Road, (770) 479-6412Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.newcovenantcanton.org

Oak Leaf Church Canton151 E.Marietta Street, (678) 653-4652Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.oakleafcanton.com

The Pointe300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Pkwy., Suite 112Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.www.myfriendschurch.com

Quaker — Canton Friends Worship Group360 East Marietta Street, (770) 720-4669Sunday Service: 2nd & 4th Sunday 10 [email protected], http://cantonfriend.org

The Quest Church411 Scott Mill Road, Canton, (678) 687-8670Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.thequestcanton.com

Resurrection Anglican Church231 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0040Sunday Service: 8:30 & 10:45 a.mwww.resurrectionwoodstock.org

Revolution Church1130 Bluffs Parkway, (770) 345-2737 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45, 11:15 a.m. & 12:45 p.m.www.therevolution.tv

The River2335 Sixes Road, Canton (Sixes Presbyterian Gym)Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.riveratlanta.org

Soul’s Harbor Word of Faith Church110 Evergreen Road, (770) 345-2715Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.soulsharborchurch.com

St. Paul AME 390 Crisler Street, (770) 479-9691Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stpaulame-canton.org

Watermarke Church Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy2126 Sixes Road, Canton (678) 880-9092Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.www.watermarkechurch.com

Word of Life Family 207 Marvin Land Lane, (770) 479-7693Sunday Service: 9 a.m.www.wolfc.net

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. . . Beginner’s Herb Garden continued from page 46

complements lamb, poultry, potato dishes and stuffings, and it’s high in iron and calcium.

Thyme is used in French and Italian cooking, especially meat and tomato dishes. It survives all but the coldest Georgia winters. Start from seeds or purchase plants. Thyme can be dried and stored in your cupboard for later use.

A Better Bar-b-que continued from page 34

brussel sprouts are known cancer fighters. Add blueberries, blackberries or raspberries to desserts for their antioxidant fighting abilities. Have a big spinach salad before taking the first bite of that juicy steak.

Hope this info helps. As always, stay well adjusted.

. . . Hair Challenges: Solved! continued from page 42

hair extensions can add length as well as thickness. Hair extensions can also be colored to match any existing or new color patterns you may be looking to achieve! They’re a great solution for a completely new look right away.

Have a hairstyle dilemma? Feel free to pose your challenge to us on our Facebook page at facebook.com/JylCravenHairColourStudio or on Twitter @ JylCravenHair.

All in the family continued from page 34

lifestyle modification before pills—but in some cases the hereditary aspect far outweighs a common protocol.

So the Bottom Line is: Don’t ignore your family history! And although sometimes we work hard to change an outcome when the genetic cards are not in our favor, it is wise to have regular check-ups and labs to discover certain elements that are not in our control.

A View from the Hill continued from page 26

In this election season, let’s work together toward a common cause to achieve a common vision so we can attain uncommon results.

Thank you for the honor of serving as your Representative in the 21st District. As a result of redistricting, I will be serving in the new 22nd District effective next January. I may still be reached at (404) 656-0129 or [email protected] if I may be of service.

Don’t forget the Electrical continued from page 42

where a wire is added to a breaker in an otherwise full panel. This is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.

Annual inspections of the plumbing, heating and cooling system, as well as the electrical systems are always a good idea and can help prevent costly issues in the future.

The family Touch continued from page 46

experiences. Those who wear our nation’s uniform always need to know that we stand together in our support of them. What America fights for is the right to pursue life, liberty and happiness for ourselves and for those who need our help. It’s what we pledge in allegiance to our flag. Americans need to study our real history again, to be reminded about the dream that gave birth to this young nation, not much over two hundred years ago. That dream for liberty expressed in our Declaration of Independence has changed the world. But apathy and lack of sensitivity can allow the flame of our dream to be extinguished. I invite you, with me, to make this Fourth of July a day of renewal of our covenant with each other – with ALL who pledge allegiance to this flag! Remind your children that we belong to a group that is bigger than ourselves and our families! Take a moment to give thanks to the Divine Providence which has blessed us mightily, and be one of those who remember…and who pursue the dream that gave us this nation. It is that allegiance which will preserve our future.


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Cherokee County Government: www.cherokeega.com Business Licenses (678) 493-6200 Commissioners (678) 493-6000 Clerk of Courts (678) 493-6511 Economic Development (770) 345-0600 Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) (678) 493-6077 Environmental Health (770) 479-0444 Extension Office (770) 479-0418 Jury Phone (770) 479-9011 Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) (770) 479-1953 Planning & Zoning (678) 493-6101 Senior Services (770) 345-2675 Tax Assessors/Evaluation (678) 493-6120 Taxes: License Plates/Tags, Property Tax (678) 493-6400 Woodstock Office (770) 924-4099 Renewals Online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Voter Registration (770) 479-0407

Children and Family: Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 592-9779 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee Focus (770) 345-5483 Child Support Enforcement (770) 720-3581 Department of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Hope Center (770) 924-0864 MUST Cherokee Ministries (770) 479-5397 Papa’s Pantry (770) 591-4730

City of Canton: City Hall (770) 704-1500 Fire Department (770) 479-7287 Police Information (770) 720-4883

Driver’s Licenses www.dds.ga.gov (404) 657-9300

Georgia State Patrol (770) 720-6607

Health Department (770) 345-7371

Hospitals: Kennestone Hospital (770) 793-5000 Northside Hospital — Cherokee (770) 720-5100

Hotlines — 24 Hour Help lines: Battered Women Hotline (770) 479-1703 Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) (770) 345-7920 Poison Control Center (404) 616-9000 Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) (800) 222-1222 Probate Court Information Line (770) 704-2610 Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) (404) 250-KIDS Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center (770) 428-2666

Non-Emergency 911 (770) 479-3117

Parks and Recreation: Barnett Park (770) 924-7768 Boling Park (770) 720-7578 BridgeMill Athletic Club (770) 345-5500 Callahan Golf Links (770) 720-1900 Cherokee County Outdoor YMCA (770) 591-5820 Cherokee County Soccer Association (770) 704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority (770) 924-7768 www.crpa.net Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc.: (770) 846-4843 www.cherokeelacrosse.com

Cherokee Outdoor Family YMCA & G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA pcy.ymcaatlanta.org, (770) 345-9622 North Atlanta Soccer Association: (770) 926-4175 [email protected] SCRA Park (770) 926-5672 www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. (800) 753-2264

Pets: Animal Control (678) 493-6200 Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions (770) 345-7270 www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA460.html Cherokee County Humane Society (770) 928-5115 www.cchumanesociety.org Emergency Veterinary Clinic (770) 924-3720 Lost Pet Hotline (770) 615-3333 People4Pets (770) 516-7885 www.people4pets.com Second Chance Rescue www.secondchancedogs.org

Post Office (Canton) www.usps.com (800) 275-8777

Recycling Center (770) 516-4195

Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org (678) 493-4100 Utilities: Amicalola EMC (706) 253-5200 www.amicalolaemc.com AT&T (888) 757-6500 www.att.com Ball Ground Water (770) 735-2123 www.cityofballground.com BellSouth (404) 780-2355 www.bellsouth.com Canton Water (770) 704-1500 www.canton-georgia.com Charter Communications (888) 438-2427 www.charter.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Authority (770) 479-1813 www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC (770) 429-2100 www.cobbemc.com Comcast (404) 266-2278 www.comcast.com DirecTV (877) 516-6276 www.directv.com Dish Network (888) 825-2557 www.dishnetwork.com ETC Communications (706) 253-2271 www.northganow.com Gas South (866) 762-6427 www.gas-south.com Georgia Natural Gas (888) 442-7489 www.georgianaturalgas.com Georgia Power (888) 660-5890 www.southernco.com/gapower Scana Energy (877) 467-2262 www.scana.com Waleska Water (770) 479-2912 Windstream (866) 971-WIND www.windstream.com

Urgent Care Facilities:M.D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine (770) 720-7000Northside Cherokee Urgent Care (678) 426-5450Wellstar Urgent Care (678) 494-2500

Emergency — 911 My East Canton Monthly — (770) 720-7497


Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners

Carpet Dry Tech 1

Chiropractors

Baxter Chiropractic 35

Churches

Liberty Hill Church Inside Back

Cleaning Services

Molly Maid 11

Dentist/Orthodontists

Canton Pediatric Dentistry 37

Cherokee Children’s Dentistry 9

Cherokee Family Dental 17

James A. Uhlin, DDS 27

Dr. Jerry Smith, P.C. 33

Williams Orthodontics 45

Education/Instruction/Counseling

Canton First United Methodist Preschool 5

The Carpenter’s Shop Cover, 28 & 29

Christian Preschool

Chattahoochee Technical College 31

Health & Beauty

Home Improvement/Repair/Service

BAM Fence & Doors 33

Mr. Junk 37

Padgett Construction 11

Reliable Heating, Air & Plumbing 43

Landscaping/Landscape Services

Landscape Matters 5

Optometrist/Eyewear

Pearle Vision Back Cover

Pet/Veterinarian Services & Supplies

BridgeMill Animal Hospital 47

Physicians & Medical Services

In Harmony Pediatrics Therapy 17

M.D. Minor Emergency & 45

Family Medicine

Northside Hospital — Cherokee 3

Northside Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine 33

Prestige Primary Care 35

Progressive Audiology Center, Inc. 31

Rausch Family Practice 9

Recreation & Fitness

Crossfit Canton 47

Golf Fore Charity 15

Hickory Flat Dance Academy 11

Services/Retailers/Miscellaneous

Briggs & Associates 30

Ghost Net, Inc. 37

Green Pets America 11

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