🌱 Live Music At The Gazebo Today + Shuttle To The Concert Downtown

Hey, Woodstock-Towne Lake. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including news about:

• Lunch breaks are better with music.
• Summer Concert Series shuttle and parking info.
• The sheriff is searching for two stolen items.

But first, today's weather: Times of sun and clouds. High: 79 Low: 64.

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

1. The second concert in The Brown Bag Concert Series is today, and this time around, it'll be Mark Miller playing from the Gazebo in the Park at City Center. The live, acoustic performance starts at noon and will run for about an hour. Pack your lunch, grab a blanket or folding chair and enjoy the music. Trevor Startt will be performing next Thursday, and the last show in the series is on May 25 with Serpent & Dove. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation)
2. The Summer Concert Series always brings in huge crowds, and parking spots can be pretty hard to find. We do have another alternative, though. Downtown Woodstock has free shuttles for Saturday's show, and not having to worry about parking can make it much easier to enjoy the evening. Craig Morgan and Leah Belle Faser will be performing at the Amphitheater on Saturday, the free show starts at 7:30 p.m. You can find more information about parking and shuttles here, including a great map of pick-up spots and street parking. (Downtown Woodstock via Facebook)
3. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is searching for two stolen items today, a trailer and an ATV. A 2008 Carry on 5x10 Utility Trailer with GA tag TL3N083 was taken from the Water Lake Subdivision near Vaughn Road, sometime between the afternoon on May 9 and the morning on May 10. It is a black, metal trailer. If you have any information, please contact the sheriff at 678-493-4080 or 911. A Polaris Sportsman 700 ATV was stolen from Bells Ferry Road near Crabapple Drive, sometime between the evening on May 5 and the morning on May 9. If you have any information on this one, please call 770-928-0239 or 911. (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
4. If you're looking for something to do this weekend, The Mill on Etowah is holding the Upriver Festival and 5K. The May 13 event benefits Goshen Valley, and will feature vendors, the 5K, a kids' corner with fun for the whole family and live music from Kurt Wheeler, Chad Patterson, Ansley Fain, Cody Bolden and Bent to Fly. The Mill on Etowah is located at 225 Reformation Parkway in Canton, and the 5K marks the start of the festival at 4 p.m. You can sign up for the 5K here. (Reformation Brewery via Facebook)

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.)
• Adult Paint Along: For ages 16 and up, paint a nice, spring scene, guided by video. You can register here for the painting session at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (10:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.)
• Mommy & Me Art Night: For ages 6 and up. Bring your mom over to the Woodstock Library for a painting session. You can register here for the event; the library is located at 7735 Main St. (5 - 6:30 p.m.)
• Marty Manous: The artist is playing live tonight on the Rooftop at Rootstock, 8558 Main St. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• Dinner with Executive Chef Daniel: Enjoy the demonstration class at Leaning Ladder, 105 East Main St. (7 - 9:30 p.m.)
• Super Smash Bros. Tournament: A double-elimination tournament with prizes for the top three winners. The entry fee includes access to all arcade, pinball and board games at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 10:30 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Canon Tyler (5:30 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • The Steven Brooks Band - Funk, Rock n' Roll & Hady Vibes Local Band (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Woodstock Arts Video Game Tournament series is bringing gaming to The Green downtown, and first up is a "Mario Kart" tournament this Friday. There is a $10 entry fee to play, you can save your spot at the link, and spectators are free. The fun starts at 7 p.m., be sure to bring a folding chair. The winner will get a $25 gift card for GameStop. (Woodstock Arts)
• Art on the Green is this weekend, and the Reeves House has released the schedule of events going on in their Activity Tent. There will be mimosas and syrup making with Liz from the Reeves House, Mommy and Me Painting, Paint-and-Plant and lots more. You can find the activity tent in the Reeves House Backyard, and you can see the full schedule at the link. (Reeves House via Facebook)
• This weekend, PURE Taqueria has a nice deal for moms. If you eat a meal at the restaurant on Sunday, the mother in your group gets a free entrée. The address is 405 Chambers St. Enjoy! (PURE Taqueria via Facebook)
• Cats can reproduce as early as 4 months old, make sure you check into spaying or neutering your cat before "kitten season" is in full swing. Liters usually start showing up between late spring and early fall, so the sooner you get it done the better. There are a few low-cost options around, like SpayGeorgia, Pet Vet Inc. and Planned PEThood of GA. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Take a minute before the show on Saturday to check out the official 2023 Woodstock Summer Concert Series digital program. You can view or download the program here, the full-color program includes artist profiles, feature articles, venue information and sponsor links. (Woodstock Summer Concert Series via Facebook)
• Downtown Woodstock: "The Board and Box is taking preorders for the Woodstock Summer Concert Series on Saturday. They are offering individual charcuterie boxes as well as small grazing boxes. You can order at hello@theboardandbox.com If you forget to preorder, it’s ok! The Board and Box will be a vendor at the concert as well. Just look for the polka dot umbrella." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Nina Lightcap

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