🌱 CCSD Spinach Recipe Contest + Life Jacket Loaner Station Installed

Hey, friends! It's me, Nina, your host of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily. Come along for everything you need to know about what's happening around town.

First, today's weather:

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High: 91 Low: 70.

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

1. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has opened up the window for entries into the fourth annual CCSD School Nutrition Parent Recipe Contest. Spinach is this year's featured vegetable, dig out your favorite spinach side dish recipe, and make sure to turn in your entry form by September 14. Contestants have a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card and have their winning creation featured on the menu at school. Please see the website for details and guidelines, you can also find the entry form online. (CCSD Press Release)
2. Safe Kids Cherokee County, led by Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services, partnered with the Atlanta Area Council Boy Scouts of America to create a "Life Jacket Loaner Station" at the Camp Allatoona Aquatics Base Camp on Lake Allatoona. The camp is used by the Boy Scouts for meetings, camping and education. The station will be kept stocked and ready to use going forward. (Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services Press Release)
3. A Cherokee High School senior earned her private pilot's certificate after completing an AFJROTC Flight Academy program held at the University of West Florida. The eight-week program's aim is to "improve the recruitment, retention and diversity of the Air Force and aviation industry." Lexi Ly, an Air Force JROTC Cadet Colonel, is working towards her goal of becoming an Air Force pilot. (CCSD Press Release)
4. In a "Meet the Officer" spotlight, the Cherokee County School District shared a brief question and answer session with Officer Samira Rezagholizadeh, who is assigned to Mill Creek Middle School. Officer Rezagholizadeh was a member of the Cobb County Sheriff's Office and the Kennesaw State University Police Department for about eight years prior to her assignment at Mill Creek. The officer gave an important safety tip for children and parents alike, saying "Never tag your location when you post on social media. People will notice when you're not home and potentially use that information to break into your home." (CCSD Press Release)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• The Young Professionals of Woodstock (YPOW) meets today for the YPOW AM networking event. - The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock (7:30 a.m.)
• Registration for the Scarecrow Invasion is today! Head over early, lines form well before opening. Check out the details online. - Visitors Center, 8858 Main Street (10 a.m.)
• The Brown Bag Concert Series: Scott Puckett - The Gazebo at Park at City Center (noon)
• "Sports Night," wear your favorite team jersey to celebrate the return of Fall sports. - Hot Wheels Skate Center, 228 Farm Ridge Drive NE (5 p.m.)
• "Pie Bar Woodstock's 7th Birthday Celebration!" Head downtown tonight for a birthday reception - grab some pie and coffee, and bring along a book to donate to the Little Free Pie-Brary. - The Pie Bar, 8720 Main Street (5 p.m.)
• Jordan Denton, live music on the ROOFTOP. - Rootstock, 8558 Main Street (6 p.m.)
• "Breakthrough Night - Abiding Women," on the first Thursday of every month, join other women for a night of ministry. - Abiding Church, 132 North Medical Parkway (7 p.m.)
• "Super Smash Bros Tournament!" - Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway (8 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage:
  • Malcolm Little (noon)
  • Adrian Stover Duo (5:30 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • The Band Waleska - Southern Rock, tickets available online. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Take a look at these two new open houses in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• Cherokee County Animal Shelter: "Having a microchip could keep your pet safe if the unthinkable happens and they are separated from you. However, please be sure to UPDATE the information so that you are absolutely sure to be contacted in an emergency!" (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eagle Watch: "Troop 994 is selling Pinestraw (long needle) $4. - 50 per bale. Boy Scouts will deliver for FREE if you are 10 miles away from Hillside United Methodist Church and if you order 10 or more! Text me your name if interested. 973-327-3289! YES!" (Nextdoor)
• Some events coming up this weekend that may require registration or tickets in advance:
• Made Mercantile:
  • "Wicks and Sips with Woodstock Candle Co.," make custom candles while enjoying music, beverages and snacks. (2 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios (all shows are selling out very quickly):
  • Friday: "New Sensation - The INXS Tribute" (7 p.m.)
  • Friday: "Kiss Army - Kiss Tribute" (10 p.m.)
  • Saturday: "Ticket to the Moon: ELO Tribute" (7 p.m.)
  • Saturday: "Ticket to the Moon: ELO Tribute" (9:55 p.m.)
• Rootstock:
  • Friday: "Anderlan, A Listening Room Experience" (8 p.m.)
  • Saturday: "Jacob Johnson Live In The Listening Room" (7:30 p.m.)
• The Gifted Ferret:
  • Saturday: "Artisan Wine Tasting" (5 p.m.)
• Woodstock Arts:
  • "Cry It Out" performances Friday, Saturday and Sunday. - Woodstock Arts Theatre (Multiple Showtimes)
• Woodstock Parks and Rec:
  • Saturday: "Pollination ROCKS!" Bring awareness to the need for pollinators by painting bees, butterflies, moths and hummingbirds on rocks that you can then hide around town for others to find. All supplies are provided for this free event, but registration is required. - The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road (9:30 a.m.)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Nina Lightcap

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