🌱 Free Bryce Leatherwood Concert + Scarecrow Registration Opens Soon

Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today. Today you'll read about these stories and more...

• Bryce Leatherwood in Downtown Woodstock.
• Registration for the Scarecrow Invasion.
• An intro to sports with Parks and Rec.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and very hot. High: 98 Low: 72.

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

1. If you've made plans for this Friday, you'll probably want to cancel them so you can take in the free Bryce Leatherwood concert at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater. Leatherwood, last year's winner of the music competition show "The Voice," was born and raised right here in town and graduated from Georgia Southern University. The concert is sponsored by Carriage Kia of Woodstock, and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. The opener will be Whiskey Rose Band, with their flavor of "homegrown country rock music." (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)
2. Word on the upcoming Scarecrow Invasion has been released through Downtown Woodstock's Facebook page. Registration will be opening up on Sept. 5 at 10 a.m., and if past years are any indication, there will likely be a long line formed well before the start time. Scarecrow spots are limited, so be sure to join in the queue at the Woodstock Visitors Center, found at 8588 Main St. If you'd like more information, further details are on the Visit Woodstock website here, including a map of scarecrow locations. (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)
3. Woodstock Parks and Recreation offers introductory classes for different sports throughout the year, it's a great opportunity to learn something new, start a new hobby or spend quality time with family and friends. The "Discovering" series provides a nonintimidating, beginner's look at sports, and this week alone, you could learn the basics of pickleball at the "Discovering Pickleball" class on Wednesday evening or learn to paddleboard with Murph's Surf on Saturday morning at the "Discovering Paddleboarding" class. This Sunday, one that always draws the crowds, it's "Discovering Archery" at Dupree Park. You can read more about the offerings and sign up at the links provided. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation)
4. Cherokee Recreation & Parks is looking to add some new team members to its crew. If you're interested in working with the department, openings include an aquatics coordinator, a part-time athletic supervisor and multiple front desk attendants. The benefits package is robust, offering paid vacation, a retirement plan, additional income opportunities, education opportunities and much more. You can see all county openings and apply here. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks via Facebook)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Tuesday, August 22

• Family Storytime: For children of all ages with an accompanying adult, the kids will love the stories, singing, dancing, fingerplays and crafts at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Ready, Set, Code! for Kids: For ages 6 and up, learn basic coding with Scratch. All children must be accompanied by an adult, the class is at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (4 - 5:30 p.m.)
• Woodstock Ukulele Players: For all ages and skill levels, from basic to expert. Local ukulele players, this group's for you. Have fun and practice with others tonight at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (5:45 - 7:45 p.m.)
• Teen Ramen and Anime: For teen anime fans that love ramen too, cook up some ramen noodles and talk about anime shows tonight at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (6 - 7:30 p.m.)
• RPG Night: New players are welcome, please make a reservation on the arcade's Meetup page to ensure your spot. The admission fee includes unlimited gaming until midnight, The Blue Ghost Arcade is at 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Open Mic Night - You can sign up for a spot here. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • Breaking Bands - A Monthly Local & Regional Band Showcase (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• There's a "Fur-Ever Home or Bust" adoption event going on this Saturday at the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. If you've been thinking about adding a dog to your family, Two Tailz Rescue will be at the shopping center, located at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Visit Woodstock)
• In the market for a new home? Take a look at these five homes that recently hit the market in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

Here are some events coming up this week that require a ticket purchase or registration in advance, be sure to check the venues' official calendars for their full schedules.

• MadLife Stage & Studios, 8722 Main St.
  • Wednesday: The Band Waleska - Southern Rock (8 p.m.)
  • Thursday: Crawford & Power - Southern Country, with Special Guest, Tyler Carson Band (8 p.m.)
  • Friday: Electric Avenue - The 80s MTV Experience (7 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Hollywood Nights - The Bob Seger Experience (7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.)
  • Sunday: Big Band Jazz - Performing Motown and Soul Music (4 p.m.)
• Rootstock, 8558 Main St.
  
  • Thursday: High West Whiskey Tasting - Blind Pours (6:30 - 9 p.m.)
• Made Mercantile, 8636 Main St.
  
  • Sunday: Maker Bar - Make + Take Your Own Bulldog Earrings (3 - 7 p.m.)
• Leaning Ladder, 105 East Main St.
  
  • Thursday: Summer Soiree Dinner Party with Chef Daniel (7 - 9 p.m.)
• The Gifted Ferret, 1910 Eagle Drive, Unit 400
  • Saturday: Artisan Wine Tasting Summer Chill Out Party (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • Sunday: Wine Tasting Bingo Afternoon (3 - 5:30 p.m.)
• IN WDSTK - Open to non-members
  • Thursday: YPOW AM - Join the Young Professionals of Woodstock for coffee, networking and an informal chat with a local leader at The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way. (7:30 - 8:30 a.m.)
• Woodstock Parks and Recreation
  
  • Saturday: Essential Gardening, Canning & Preserving - William G. Long Senior Center, 225 Arnold Mill Road. (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Cherokee Recreation & Parks
  • Friday: Parent's Night Out - Bring the kids over to the Cherokee Aquatic Center, at 1200 WellStar Way in Canton, for an evening of swimming, eating, making crafts, playing games and watching a movie. (5:15 - 10 p.m.)
• Woodstock Arts
  • Thursday, Saturday & Sunday: "Airness" - Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (Various Times)
  • Saturday: Nefesh Mountain - The group is playing as part of the Lantern Series on the Event Green downtown. The musical sound is described as "Jewish bluegrass," you can check out the music here. (7:30 p.m.)
  • Sunday: Paint on the Patio - Reeves House Education Studio, 734 Reeves St. (2 p.m.)
• Sequoyah Regional Library System
  • Thursday: Planting a Calming Garden - Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. You can register here. (11 a.m. - noon)
  • Thursday: Teen Squishmallow Sewing - Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. Registration is here. (6 - 7:30 p.m.)
  • Friday: Pokémon Club - Rose Creek Library. Please register here. (3:30 - 5 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs - Most classes and events are held at the William G. Long Senior Center (WGLSC), 223 Arnold Mill Road
  • Tuesday: Woodcarving Club, Painters' Club
  • Wednesday: Walking Club, Fit over 50
  • Thursday: Line Dancing, Adult Coloring Club, Nimble Fingers Sewing Club, Duplicate Bridge
  • Friday: Fit over 50
• Other
  • Saturday: Write Now, Building a Believable World from the Ground Up - presented by Broadleaf Writers, join Bernette Sherman to hear tips on worldbuilding at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St. (1 p.m.)

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— Nina Lightcap

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