🌱 BBQ To Benefit Veterans + Community Outreach + TrailStory Time

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• 🎃 It's time for costumes, treats and parties!
• 🧦 Hugs in a Blanket program begins.
• 🌾 Scarecrow standings are in!

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• Saturday: Some sun, then clouds. High: 69 Low: 56.
• Sunday: Occasional rain and a t-storm. High: 61 Low: 58.

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Here are the top four stories in Woodstock-Towne Lake today:

1. The American Legion Post 45 in Canton is hosting their annual "Red, White & Blue BBQ" today at the American Legion Fair Grounds, 160 McClure Street, from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. There's a lot going on to enjoy, including a BBQ cook-off, live music, veteran-owned businesses, a craft fair and raffles. For the kids, there will be face painting, games, trick or treating and a costume contest that starts at 5 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Veteran Suicide Awareness and the Cherokee County Homeless Veterans Program. For more information, you can reach out to Jim Lindenmayer at jlindenmayer80@gmail.com or John Bruss at john_b1966@comcast.net. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
2. Cherokee Recreation & Parks is holding a community outreach program starting next week called Hugs in a Blanket to help our local seniors in need. The donation window for the program runs from November 1 to December 14, and participants are being asked to donate a new, warm blanket and a new pair of slipper socks. You can drop off your donations to The WREC during normal business hours. The recreation center is located at 7545 Main Street, Building 200. If you would like more information, you can reach out to Jessica Hallman at jshallman@cherokeega.com or 770-924-7768. (Cherokee Recreation and Parks)
3. It's the last weekend to catch the current iteration of the TrailStory project on the Towne Lake Pass Trail. The series of projects was created by the Sequoyah Regional Library System and Woodstock Parks and Recreation to give elementary school-aged children and their families a way to have fun reading and exploring our local trails together. For the series, pages of specific books are posted along a Woodstock trail. As you walk the trail, you will see signs with the book page on one side and a QR code on the other. If you scan the QR code with a smartphone, the codes lead to questions about the book. For October, the book is "A Tale of Two Beasts," by Fiona Roberton. For more information on the TrailStory series, you can reach out to Jamey Snyder at jsnyder@woodstockga.gov or Kara Rumble at rumblek@seqlib.org. (Woodstock Parks and Rec)
4. The Scarecrow Invasion standings were posted online Friday afternoon, is your favorite placing well? The Facebook post by Downtown Woodstock lists the top 10, but for interest of space, here are the top five for you. Starting with the top spot - Primrose School of Sixes Road & Bells Ferry, Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage, Diesel David Inc, BOCA MFG and Carriage Kia of Woodstock. In the sixth position, close behind the pack, is Lights Up! Entertainment. You can still cast your vote until Monday at 5 p.m. for $1 at the Visitors Center during normal business hours, all proceeds will benefit InSeason Woodstock, the design committee for IN WDSTK that creates and implements Downtown Woodstock beautification projects like the annual Holiday decorations. (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)

Today and Sunday in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Today

• Woodstock Lions Club Day at Big Dan's Carwash: a portion of the proceeds from all washes will be donated to the Woodstock Lions Club. The carwash is located at 305 Ridgewalk Parkway. (8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Farm. Fresh. Market. is a great place to find lots of locally grown products, all in one spot. The market is open every Saturday on Market Street in Downtown Woodstock. (8:30 - noon)
• Walk to End Alzheimer's: head down to Etowah River Park at 600 Brown Industrial Parkway in Canton to cheer on the Cherokee County Senior Services team. The opening ceremony is at 9 a.m., you can click the link for more information. (9 a.m.)
• Garland Mountain Day Hike: a morning, 4-mile hike along the Garland Mountain Horse and Hiking Trails. For all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Adam Fussell at cafussell@cherokeega.com to register and for more information. (10 a.m.)
• Yoga On Tap: the beginner yoga session includes a free pint or coffee, please bring a mat and water. The class fee can be paid at the door of Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Themed Adult Book Club: for adults, October's theme is "Horror." You can read any spooky book and share your thoughts during the meeting at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main Street. (10:30 a.m. - noon)
• Be Smart for Kids presentation: a video presentation and conversation on how to keep children safe around firearms. The event is for adults and older teens at Allen Temple AME Church, 232 Arnold Mill Road. (11 a.m.)
• Meet Local Author Sara Robinson: the local author will be selling and signing her award-winning, bilingual chapter book for young readers, "Walter," at Learning Express Toys of Woodstock, 2295 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 136. (11 a.m.)
• Story Time with author Emerson Cochran: the author will be signing book and handing out coloring sheets and Sister Cat Club certificates at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main Street. (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• Halloween at The Outlet Shoppes: a DJ, costume parade, trick-or-treat, games and more at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. (1 - 5 p.m.)
• Hillside's Fall Festival: trunk-or-treat, bounce houses, music games and more at Hillside United Methodist Church, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway. (4 - 7 p.m.)
• Children's Fall Festival: trunk-or-treat at 7 p.m., games, crafts, hayrides, hot dog dinner, cotton candy, popcorn, cupcake walk, face painting, pumpkin patch and more at Orange United Methodist Church, 220 Orange Church Road, Canton. (5 p.m.)
• Trunk-or-Treat: hayrides, a Haunted Hut, food, live music, prizes and more. Please bring a can of food to donate to the food pantry. Bascomb United Methodist Church, 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road. (5 - 7 p.m.)
• Ghostly Gala: past life regression readings, palm readings, a costume contest, wine tasting and more at The Gifted Ferret, 1910 Eagle Drive, Suite 400. (5 - 8 p.m.)
• Eagle Watch Haunted CarnEVIL: everyone is welcome, there is a "safe scare" for kids at 6 p.m. and the Haunted Carnival for everyone else runs from 7 - 10 p.m. Enjoy the Haunted Carnival, hay rides, concessions, games and more in the Eagle Watch Neighborhood off of Towne Lake Parkway. (6 - 10 p.m.)
• Satellite Boulevard DJ: on the rooftop at Pure Taqueria, 405 Chambers Street. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• Nightmare on Elm St. taproom party: no cover or age restriction for this event at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (7 - 11:30 p.m.)
• Rocky Horror Halloween Party: the arcade's annual Halloween party is on Saturday. The event is for ages 21 and up, you can purchase tickets here. Games, pizza, a full bar, a costume contest and prizes at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (7 p.m. - 2 a.m.)
• Lantern Series - Mountain Heart: the last show of the Lantern Series will be happening on the Green tonight. Tickets and venue information can be found online. (7:30 p.m.)
• Marty Manous Band: it's Halloween at Keegan's Public House. Take part in a costume contest with prizes and hear some live music at 1085 Buckhead Crossing, Suite 140. (7:30 p.m.)
• The Rocky Horror Show - Saturday Double Feature: audience participation props are available to purchase with your ticket at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main Street. (7:30 p.m. and 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Casen Watson (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
  • Roger "Hurricane" Wilson (2 - 5 p.m.)
  • Steve Baskin and the Fourteens (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • Blackfoot Daisy (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • Little Ozzy - A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne (7 p.m.)
  • Shyanne - A Tribute to 80's Arena Rock (10 p.m.)

Sunday

• Yoga in the Garden: for all levels, please bring your mat and water bottle and a notebook for a reflection activity at the end of class. Donations are appreciated, but not required, for the free yoga session held in the Backyard at the Reeves House, 734 Reeves Street. (11 a.m. - noon)
• Make-or-Treat: drop by for some free activities for kids, candy and crafts at Made Mercantile, 8636 Main Street. (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
• Rich Gunderlock Saxy Jazz Brunch: on the Rooftop at Rootstock, 8558 Main Street. (noon - 3 p.m.)
• Fall Fest: a free event featuring a bounce house, face painting, pumpkin painting, games and more. There will be a pie eating contest at 2 p.m., and costumes are welcome to the event at Brown Park, 251 E. Marietta Street, Canton. (1 - 4 p.m.)
• Paint on the Patio: a guided painting session on the Reeves House Patio, located at 734 Reeves Street. All materials will be provided, there is an option to purchase bottomless Mimosas. (2 - 4:30 p.m.)
• Howl-o-Ween Dog Adoption Event: join Barkville Dog Rescue for adoptable pups, music and a balloon artist at The Outlet Shoppes, 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. (2 - 5 p.m.)
• The Rocky Horror Show: at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main Street. (3 p.m.)
• Trunk-or-Treat: inflatables, candy, games, prizes and more at Woodstock Christian Church, 7700 Highway 92. (4 - 6 p.m.)
• Family D&D Night: for all ages. On the last Sunday of every month, "learn how to build a character and participate in a one-shot adventure from an experienced dungeon master" at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (4 - 8 p.m.)
• Race two of the Healthy Kids Running Series: for kids ages 2 - 14. Registration is still open, you can sign your child up for the series here. The Woodstock-specific web page is here, and it includes a map of the races for different age groups. The race is at Dupree Park, 513 Neese Rd. (4:30 p.m.)
• Eagle Watch Haunted CarnEVIL: everyone is welcome. There is a "safe scare" for kids at 6 p.m. and the Haunted Carnival for everyone else runs from 7 - 10 p.m. Enjoy the Haunted Carnival, hay rides, concessions, games and more in the Eagle Watch Neighborhood off of Towne Lake Parkway. (6 - 10 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Greg & Dallas (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
  • Gods City Trio (3 - 6 p.m.)
  • Mother Legacy (6 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • Halloween Costume Party featuring Kelly Shareef Band - Rock, Pop & Alternative (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Take a swing by the Reeves House Front Patio on Sunday for a furry friend Howl-o-Ween Doggy Costume Contest. They have advised that there will be an event taking place in the backyard, so the event will be a bit quieter than their event last year. Dress your doggie in something fun and the staff will be on the patio ready to take a picture of your pet and they'll even have a free pup cup. The event will run from 3 - 5 p.m. (Reeves House at Woodstock Arts via Facebook)
• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter is holding their regular Saturday adoption event this morning. All available animals can be seen online here. A QR code at the front door of the shelter will become active starting at 10 a.m. today, please scan the QR code to enter the "virtual line." The shelter adopts on a first come, first served basis, so animals can't be put on hold. The adoption fee includes spay or neuter, heartworm and leukemia testing, initial vaccinations, deworming, flea preventative, microchipping and more. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• The Hickory Flat Library will be closing temporarily starting November 26. The closure will allow time to prepare for an upcoming renovation and expansion set for 2023. The project will last around a year and includes the addition of 7,800 square feet. Funding for the project includes SPLOST funds and a $2,000,000 Capital Outlay Grant. (Sequoyah Regional Library System News)

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