🌱 Free Music Today + Alzheimer's Forum + Union Hill Construction

Hello all. It's me, Nina, your host of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town these days. Today we'll cover:

• Today's show closes out the Brown Bag Concert Series.
• Alzheimer's Association community forum today.
• Union Hill Road intersection closing on May 30.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and beautiful. High: 83 Low: 59.

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

1. Today is the last show in the Brown Bag Concert Series, closing out with Serpent & Dove at noon. Take your lunch at the Gazebo in Park at City Center, the hour-long performance is a refreshing way to spend some time. Enjoy today's live music, the sunshine and the calm and quiet before the kids are home for the summer. The park is located at 101 Arnold Mill Road, adjoining the Amphitheater. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation)
2. There is an Alzheimer's Association community forum at 10:30 a.m. today at the Woodstock Library, with discussions covering the disease itself, brain health and the resources available to local residents. You can share your own experience with Alzheimer's and dementia, give input on how the organization can help our residents and hear from other organizations that offer senior services and resources to our county. Registration for the free informational session is here, and the library's address is 7735 Main St. The Alzheimer's Association can be reached at 800-272-3900, they have specialists and clinicians ready to provide information and confidential support 24/7. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
3. The county has announced that the intersection at Union Hill Road South and Lower Union Hill Road will be closed from May 30 - July 31 for construction. As part of this project, Union Hill Road North to Lower Union Hill Road will be open with flaggers moving traffic and Old Jones Road will stay open. There will be posted detours through Arbor Hill Road, Gaddis Road and East Cherokee Drive. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Cherokee County Roadway Capital Program at 678-493-6077. (Cherokee County via Facebook)
4. The Woodstock police and fire departments are accepting applications for the Summer 2023 Teen Public Safety Academy. The academy is for ages 14-19, and participants will attend the week-long session from June 19-23 at the police department and other locations in the county. Classes will include criminal investigation procedures, patrol operations, mental health, fire safety and several others geared to help teens gain a better understanding of the police and fire professions. You can pick up an application at the Woodstock PD, located at 12453 Highway 92, and for more information, you can reach out to Officer JoAn Willingham at 770-592-6000, ext. 1172. (Woodstock News)
5. Three men tried to break into a home on Buckline Court on Tuesday evening and one was killed in the attempt. When the Woodstock PD responded to the call around 8:30 p.m., they found one suspect shot and deceased and one suspect shot but only injured. The injured suspect is in custody facing charges of armed robbery, aggravated assault and murder. It is believed at this time that the two residents fired in self-defense, and no mention of possible charges has been made. (11 Alive)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• YPOW AM: Join the Young Professionals of Woodstock every Thursday morning for coffee, networking and an informal chat with a local leader at The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way. (7:30 - 8:30 a.m.)
• LEGO Lab: For all ages and skill levels, create and build with LEGOs. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the fun today at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (4:30 - 6 p.m.)
• AAPI Disney Sing-Along Party: Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with songs, games, snacks and activities, as well as music and clips from Disney films and activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult to the event at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (5:30 - 6:30 p.m.)
• Old Forester Blind Tasting Event: James Joseph, brand ambassador for Old Forester, will be at the restaurant for a blind tasting of four products. The person that gets the most correct will even win a prize at Rootstock, 8558 Main St. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Layne Denton: A food truck, craft beer and live music every Thursday at Truck & Tap, 8640 Main St. (7 - 10 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Hughes Taylor (5:30 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • Laugh-Lines & Stretch-Marks, Special "Schools Out!" Comedy Show (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• It's graduation day... every day through Saturday. Traffic on all sides of First Baptist will be much heavier than usual during portions of the afternoon and evening today. There are activities taking place at the church before and after each of the ceremonies, so the slowdown may start more than an hour prior to each. Congratulations to the graduating students from i-Grad Virtual Academy, River Ridge High School and Cherokee High School — those ceremonies will start at 2, 4 and 8 p.m. today, respectively. (CCSD News)
• Reformation Brewery is releasing the new "Liberty Lager" today. Another delicious seasonal brew to enjoy at Reformation or at home. And as great bonus, $1 from every pint and 6-pack purchase will go to the organization Shepherd's Men ATL. The brewery is located at 105 Elm St., they're open from 8 a.m.-11 p.m. today. (Reformation Brewery)
• The phones will not be operational over at Cherokee Recreation & Parks after 6 p.m. this evening. The phone lines at The WREC, the Aquatic Center and The Buzz will be affected, but they will be back to normal tomorrow morning. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Please join us for a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29 at 10 a.m. at The Park at City Center in Downtown Woodstock. The City of Woodstock along with the American Legion Post 316, Marine Corps League Detachment 1311, and other local veteran's groups honor those who fought and died to keep us free." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Townelake: "Our cat escaped early this morning. He is an indoor cat, big guy all black. We live in Eagle Glen and I'm afraid he is lost. His name is Beaver, and he may be shy. If anyone sees him I would greatly appreciate a call at 770-335-8088." (Nextdoor)
• Carole, Neighbor: "Missing cat. Black and grey tabby medium length hair, fluffy tail. West Oaks area. Please call 770-310-4555. Thank you." (Patch Neighbor Posts)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Nina Lightcap

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