🌱 Jobs At The Canton PD + Resources At The COED + Movies At The Pool

Hi there, Canton-Sixes. I'm here in your inbox today to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• The Canton PD is looking for you — to join the department!
• Resources are available for local entrepreneurs at the COED.
• Registration is open for the next Dive In Movie.

But first, today's weather:

A p.m. t-storm in spots. High: 74 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Canton-Sixes:

1. The Canton Police Department is hiring! There are available positions for all experience levels, including trainees, certified officers and certified with a bachelors. There are lots of great benefits to employment there, like great health care, a take-home patrol car, only working 14 days a month and many more. You can even have visible tattoos nowadays. If you're hired, for every two years of service, $1,000 is added to your starting pay. For more information, please reach out to Recruiter Chris Cochran at Chris.Cochran@cantonga.gov or by calling 770-720-4883. (Canton Police Department via Facebook)
2. If you're an entrepreneur living in Cherokee County, there are resources for you through the Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED). From educational meetings to networking events to a co-working space downtown and lots in between, they are a great support to local businesses. One of their ongoing events, Fresh Start Mornings, is free and open to the public - it meets today at The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way in Woodstock, and it's a chance to receive feedback, learn and make connections with other locals. The networking starts at 9 a.m., and the scheduled program starts at 9:15 a.m. Today's meeting will feature three speakers working in the film industry, Kim Mross of All Things Wild North Georgia, Kelly Sirois of Atlanta Hollywood Acting Studios and Molly Mercer, Camera Ready Liaison at COED. (All Events and Cherokee Office of Economic Development)
3. The Cherokee County Aquatic Center has announced its next Dive In Movie night, and it'll likely fill up quickly. It will be showing "Free Willy" on March 31. Registration is open until March 24 at 5 p.m. You'll watch the movie on the inflatable screen while you relax in the water. You can bring your own float, but make sure it has a diameter of 40 inches or less. Everyone must be able to swim and children in life jackets must be within arm's reach of a parent. For more information, call 678-880-4760. You can register here. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)

Today in Canton-Sixes:

• Open Pickleball Play: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• American Red Cross Community Blood Drive: enter your ZIP code here to make an appointment for the blood drive at ERA Sunrise Realty, 157 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 100. (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
• Family Storytime: for children of all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. The little ones will have fun with stories, singing and lots of fun at the Rose Creek Library, located at 4476 Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Joy of Breathing: learn the Joy of Breathing technique and enjoy a Pranayama class with Soul Dimension. The free class will take place via Zoom meeting. Please see the listing for more information. (noon - 1:15 p.m.)
• Open Gym: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway. There is a nominal fee to play. (1 - 5:30 p.m.)
• Rock Wall Climbing Zone: open to county residents ages 4 and up and 40 pounds and over at The Buzz. There is a nominal fee to climb. (4 - 6 p.m.)
• Reading Dog: for children ages 6 and up, sign up for a 15-minute spot for your child to read to Zoey, the Reading Dog at the Rose Creek Library, located at 4476 Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. You can sign up here, but a note on the form says that you'll need to contact the library directly on their Facebook page if the program is 24 hours or less away. (4:30 - 5:30 p.m.)
• Team Trivia: every Wednesday at Sidelines Grille - Canton, 147 Reinhardt College Parkway. (7 p.m.)
• Music Bingo: every Wednesday at Sidelines Grille - Hickory Flat, 6199 Hickory Flat Highway. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• A Cookie Decorating Party is coming up at Paula's Zzerts on March 11. The party will feature Merida (from Brave) and Tiana (from Frog Princess). The fun starts at 2 p.m., and the shop is located at 140 Keith Drive. There are also a few Murder Mystery Dinner Parties with tickets still available this month. You can find more information and sign up at the link. (Paula's Zzerts)
• Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services: "Congratulations to FAO Keith Neal on his retirement! Today is his final shift with CCFES after 17 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Cherokee County. Thank you, Keith! Your devotion to CCFES and our values of courage, commitment, and integrity is greatly appreciated. Enjoy your retirement, we hope you visit often!" (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• Cherokee County Animal Shelter: "On Saturday, February 25th, 2023, several members of the Cherokee County Public Services Agency participated in the Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics at Lake Acworth. ❄️ Cherokee County E 9-1-1, Georgia won the Costume Contest award!" (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• City of Canton GA: "Special announcement! SAVE THE DATE: Taste of Canton, April 27, at The Mill on Etowah. ***Vendor applications will be released March 1 for restaurants and food vendors licensed with the City of Canton. #cantonga #cityofcantonga" (City of Canton GA via Instagram)
• Cherokee County, Georgia: "Mark your calendars! Safe Kids Cherokee County is hosting a car seat inspection event on March 24 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Cherokee Veterans Park in Canton. For more information email safekids@cherokeega.com. #CherokeeGA #CherokeeCounty" (Cherokee County, Georgia via Facebook)

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