🌱 Northside Medical Offices Planned + WHS, UGA Grad Heads To Yale

Hello and happy Friday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening in Woodstock-Towne Lake. Today we have these stories and more...

• Northside Hospital medical offices are planned for Highway 92.
• A 2018 Woodstock HS grad is heading to Yale for med school.
• You could be in the next exhibit at the Reeves House.

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

1. Northside Hospital is planning for the construction of a medical building near the intersection of Ragsdale Road and Highway 92. Earlier this week, the Woodstock City Council approved Northside's application for the annexation of a parcel adjacent to two plots already owned by the hospital. The application also requested the rezoning of that portion from residential to the office space / institutional zoning held by the rest of the land. The approval, however, came with conditions to include a review of the turn lanes into and out of the building after 180 days, the installation of public art on the site and the placement of a privacy fence along the north side of the land. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
2. An extremely accomplished 2018 Woodstock High School graduate has received a full scholarship to the Yale School of Medicine. Sasha Stogniy is currently a medical assistant at Cherokee Women's Health Specialists, and back in 2018, she graduated as the class valedictorian. Following high school, she attended the University of Georgia with a full scholarship, graduating with honors in both biochemistry and Russian literature. Not only was Yale eager to accept Stogniy, several other medical schools were interested and offered full scholarships. (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
3. The Reeves House is holding a new exhibition in June, and you could be one of the stars! The "All the Fixins: Artists from the South" exhibit is a juried show, where contestants from the southern states can submit their work to be shown and judged by a three-person panel. To enter, you must be over 18 and live in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina or Tennessee. You can find the requirements and submit your work at the link, it must be in by May 23. Good luck, everyone! (Woodstock Arts)
4. The Brown Bag Concert Series is back! Starting on May 4, you can catch the live music around the Gazebo in Park at City Center. The concerts will take place every Thursday at noon, it's a prefect break to a stressful day at work. The first performance will be Danielle McLean, and on May 11, it'll be Mark Miller. You could even bring along lunch and a blanket for the perfect lunchtime activity and atmosphere. The Gazebo is located at 101 Arnold Mill Road. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• The Impact of Agriculture at Morning INfluence: as part of Georgia Cities Week, Rebekah Gibson and Drew Fleetwood from the Georgia Farm Bureau will be on hand to discuss agriculture in Woodstock and the county. Non-members are welcome, but an RSVP is required. Breakfast will be served at the networking event and it's being held at the Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main Street. (8 - 9 a.m.)
• Open Pickleball Play: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway in Canton. (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• Open Gym: open to county residents at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway in Canton. (noon - 6 p.m.)
• Crafters' Club: if you crochet, knit, embroider or craft, bring your project over to the R.T. Jones Memorial Library for some crafting and socialization. The library is located at 116 Brown Industrial Parkway in Canton. (3 - 5 p.m.)
• Rock Wall Climbing Zone: open to county residents ages 4 and up and 40-pounds and over at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway in Canton. (3 - 6:30 p.m.)
• Teen Ramen and Anime Night: head to the library for some hot Ramen and anime. You can bring your favorite anime to share, if you'd like. You can register here for the event at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (4 - 5:30 p.m.)
• Pokémon Trading Card Event: trade with the staff and other collectors at Learning Express Toys, 2295 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 136. (4 - 6 p.m.)
• Jazz Night: relax and take in the live jazz playing from the back porch of the Reeves House. Tables and chairs are set up, and there is a tent in case of rain. The music is free, but the outdoor bar will have dessert and charcuterie boards, wine and beer available for purchase and there are coffee, drinks and snacks inside. The Reeves House is at 734 Reeves Street. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• DJ SBB: enjoy the night air up on the rooftop at PURE Taqueria with music, food, drinks and friends. Rooftop events are weather permitting, and the restaurant is located at 405 Chambers Street. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• Braves vs Mets Watch Party: head over to The Daily Draft to watch the game with your friends, family and neighbors tonight, 8594 Main Street. (7:10 - 10:10 p.m.)
• The Legend of Georgia McBride: recommended for those 16 and older, catch the performance at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main Street. (7:30 p.m.)
• Garrett Collins Project: catch the live music tonight at Keegan's Public House, 1085 Buckhead Crossing, Suite 140. (7:30 - 11 p.m.)
• 90's Grunge Karaoke: grab your favorite flannel and head out to The Blue Ghost Arcade for the themed karaoke night. Admission includes unlimited gaming and karaoke all night at the arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 p.m.)
• Roseblood: the band will be playing live tonight at Donovan's Irish Cobbler, 1025 Rose Creek Drive. (9 p.m. - 1 a.m.)
• DJ Karaoke: every Friday at Guston's Grille, 12195 Highway 92, Suite 156. (9:30 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs - most classes and events are held at the William G. Long Senior Center (WGLSC), 223 Arnold Mill Road
  • Fit Over 50 - stretch and exercise with chair yoga, balance, bands, weights and core strength work every Wednesday and Friday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (9:30 - 10:30 a.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • The Shetlands (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • The Bone Daddys (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • Guardians of the Jukebox - Covering Iconic Pop & Rock from MTV (7 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• With the end of the month coming up in a couple days, there are a few important items to keep in mind.
  • Library fine forgiveness from the Sequoyah Regional Library System (SRLS) is being offered through tomorrow. You can get up to $15 forgiven at your local SRLS library, though some fees may not be eligible.
  • Small business funding via the Cherokee Small Business Grant is available, and the application window closes Sunday at noon. Businesses with 500 employees or less that have been impacted by the pandemic can apply for up to $30,000 in grant funds.
  • Through the Looking Glass: Art + Science, the Reeves House Visual Arts Center's current exhibit, ends on Sunday. It's free to see, the address is 734 Reeves Street.
  • TrailStory at Olde Mill Park closes on April 30. TrailStory is a wonderful, free walk and talk opportunity for you and the kids. You'll walk the Trestle Rock Trail for an interactive look at the book "Drawn Together" by Minh Li, and pages of the book will be posted along the trail. On the other side of the pages, you'll find a QR code that leads to questions about the book.
• There are new shirts at the Woodstock Visitors Center! There are lots of designs, colors and styles to choose from. Of course, there are also tons of other items there, including mugs, stickers, coffee, magnets, sweatshirts and much more. Mother's Day is coming up, I bet the special mom in your life would love some Woodstock gear. The address is 8588 Main Street. (Woodstock Visitors Center via Facebook)
• A first aid class is coming up on May 4, hosted by the Woodstock Fire Department and Woodstock Parks and Rec. The "SKILLS - First Aid" class will teach you basic, practical first aid and would be great for teens and adults. You can find out more information and sign up here. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• There is a pet somewhere dreaming about a happy life with you. Check out these beautiful animals up for adoption in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• Downtown Woodstock: "This past Saturday, April 22nd, The Woodstock Farm Fresh Market celebrated the 15th year of the market! We thank all the shoppers and vendors who helped make the opening of the 2023 market a huge success! Perfect way to celebrate the 15 years of the farmers market in Downtown Woodstock..." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)

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