🌱Man Missing Since July 4 + More Chicken Parts + Thursday Block Party

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with your fresh copy of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. Today you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Man missing out of Cherokee County.
• Chicken parts on Cumming Highway.
• Block party this week downtown.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and nice. High: 90 Low: 67.

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

1. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office (CSO) is asking for the public's help in finding a missing man last seen on July 4. Matthew Harden, 30, is described as a white male, 5 feet, 9 inches tall and about 190 pounds with brown hair. He may be driving a black 2005 Toyota Camry. If you have any information, please contact the sheriff's office at 770-928-0239 or 911. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News and CSO via Facebook)
2. In a gross rerun of late June events on Knox Bridge Highway, there has been another chicken parts spill in Cherokee County. This time around, the scene was on Cumming Highway near Hasty Trail, and the innards and bits closed the roadway down for around an hour while everything was cleaned up. No further information was given, and no injuries were reported. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
3. Who's ready for some good, old-fashioned, neighborhood fun at the upcoming Community Block Party? The party hosted by the Sequoyah Regional Library System (SRLS) is planned for this Thursday, from 4 to 6 p.m. on the Event Green downtown. There will be lawn games, snacks and lots of fun activities. Bring a blanket or chair if you'd like, everyone is welcome, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. (SRLS Calendar)
4. The Woodstock Police Department is hiring a training/administrative services coordinator. The position is full time and will consist of clerical and administrative work, administrative research in support of the Training and Administrative divisions. Applicants must be 18 years old or older with no felony convictions or certain criminal histories within the past seven years. The positions calls for someone that can speak, read and write in English with a typing speed of 50 words-per-minute or faster. You can read more about the position here. (Woodstock Police Department via Facebook)
5. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is looking for a part-time school crossing guard. To apply, you must be at least 21 years old and a U.S. citizen or be legally qualified to work in the country. Applicants also need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license and be able to perform the job functions for the position. To apply, head to the sheriff's office website here. (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Tuesday, July 11

• Chalk in the Walk: Create summer-inspired chalk drawings on the sidewalk blocks at the amphitheater downtown. The chalk will be provided, you can register for the free event at the link. (10:30 a.m.)
• Storytime at the Park: The Woodstock and Rose Creek libraries are holding a special story time on the Event Green today. Children must be accompanied by an adult, all ages are welcome. (11 a.m. - noon)
• Vanessa Riley In-person Event: The FoxTale Book Shoppe is holding a book launch for the author's new book, "Queen of Exiles." The book shop is located at 105 E. Main St. (6:30 p.m.)
• Woodstock History: Join local historian, Kyle Bennett, as he discusses our city's history at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (6:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• Mario Kart Tournament: All ages welcome, prizes for first, second and third place at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 10:30 p.m.)
• RPG Night: New players 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
  • Undiscovered Artist Showcase - A Monthly Spotlight on 6-8 Rising Musicians (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• It's time for the Regal Summer Movie Express! Bring the family over to Regal Cherokee on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the first screening of the day and $2 tickets. The movies this week are "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" and "Paw Patrol: The Movie," the theater address is 355 Cinema View. (10 a.m.)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Join us for the next tour in our Downtown WDSTK Walking Tour Series on the evening of Wednesday, July 12 that will explore the Public Art of Downtown Woodstock Tickets for the tour are $5 person. Get your ticket for the tour at https://wdstkbrandstore.square..." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)

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 Fuze - 80s & 90s Party Rock Band (7:30 p.m.)
  • Thursday: Laugh-Lines & Stretch-Marks - Comedy for Women, Moms and Couples! (8 p.m.)
  • Friday: Back 2 Mac - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac (7:30 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Them Mixon Boys - Classic & Southern Rock, Blues & Country (7 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Stupify - Disturbed Tribute (10 p.m.)
  • Sunday: Brotherhood - A Doobie Brothers Tribute Band (4 p.m.)
• Rootstock, 8558 Main St.
  • Sunday: Chasing the Laughter, Comedy Night (7 - 9 p.m.)
• The Gifted Ferret, 1910 Eagle Drive, Unit 400
  • Saturday: Book Signing with Renee Regent and Laura Elizabeth (2 - 5 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Artisan Wine Tasting Summer Chill Out & Karaoke Party (5 - 7 p.m.)
• Made Mercantile, 8636 Main St.
  • Friday: Intro to Block Printing with Beau Paper (7 - 9 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Fondue & Flames with Cherokee Rose Candle Co. (7 - 8:30 p.m.)
• The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway
  • Wednesday: Murder Mystery on the Night Train (8 p.m.)
• IN WDSTK - Open to non-members
  • Thursday: YPOW AM - At The Circuit (7:30 - 8:30 a.m.)
  • Thursday: emPOWer @ Diesel David, Inc. (6 - 8 p.m.)
• Woodstock Arts
  • Thursday: WIT! - Woodstock Arts Improv Troupe at the Woodstock Arts Theatre (7:30 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: "Matilda" at the Woodstock Arts Theatre - Sensory Friendly Performance on Saturday (Various Times)
• Sequoyah Regional Library System
  • Friday: Inclusive Storytime - Music, stories and rhymes at the Rose Creek Library. (3:30 - 4:30 p.m.)
  • Friday: Homegrown Book Club - July's book is "Unmarriageable," by Soniah Kamal - Meeting on the Event Green downtown. (4 - 5:30 p.m.)
  • Saturday: Beau the Reading Dog - Woodstock Library (10 - 11 a.m.)
• Woodstock Parks and Recreation
  • Saturday: AMPED in the Park with HEW Fitness - The morning workout for all fitness levels is free and held at the Amphitheater downtown. You can sign up at the link. (9 - 10 a.m.)
• Cherokee Recreation & Parks
  • Friday: Parent's Night Out - Cherokee Aquatic Center (5:15 - 10 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, Book Lover's Club, Mahjong Instruction
  • Wednesday: Walking Club, Fit over 50
  • Thursday: Adult Coloring Club, Nimble Fingers Sewing Club, Duplicate Bridge
  • Friday: Fit over 50, Garden Club
• Other
  • Friday: American Red Cross Blood Drive - At WellStar Cherokee Health Park. (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)

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