🌱 Oktoberfest Activities + Scarecrow Invasion + Last Unwind Wednesday

Hello, friends! Nina here with your weekend edition of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Daily, filled with all the local information you need to know right now. In today's Daily, we'll cover these stories and more:

• How to donate to those affected by Hurricane Ian.
• It's Oktoberfest in Woodstock!
• Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic date.
• There's a lot going on this weekend!

But first, your daily weather:

• Saturday: Breezy in the morning. High: 76 Low: 53.
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy. High: 75 Low: 51.

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

1. Several groups have banded together, forming the team called "Convoy of Care" to help the communities affected by Hurricane Ian. The Convoy of Care team consists of media stations and channels, law enforcement, the non-profit organization Caring for Others and the Georgia Motor Trucking Association. The team is looking for donations of specific new items, including personal hygiene products for all ages — socks, underwear, diapers, wipes, infant formula and cleaning supplies. There is a drop-off location in Woodstock at the First Baptist Church, 11905 Highway 92, on the Gunnin - Trickum Road side. The site will be open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Monday, October 3. There are also two drop-off locations in Atlanta. If you'd like, here is a link to make monetary donations to be used on supplies for those in need. (WSB Radio)
2. The Cherokee County Health Department is holding its annual Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic on Tuesday, October 4 for those aged 18 and up. Head over to the Woodstock Health Center from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. for the clinic, located at 7545 North Main Street. Many insurance companies cover the shot fully, but for uninsured the cost is $25 for a regular flu vaccine and $65 for a high-dose flu vaccine for those aged 65 and up. The vaccines offered guard against four strains of the flu. The clinic accepts insurance, cash, checks and credit cards. Check the North Georgia Health District website for more information. (North Georgia Health District)
3. The last Unwind Wednesday is being held on October 5 at Cherokee Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. This last event is going to be Halloween themed — it's fall, after all. Trunk or Treat will be going on from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Head over to the park for food trucks, desserts, trunk or treat, games and more. If you would like to hand out goodies in the trunk or treat, please arrive to the park at 5 p.m. to set up. (Cherokee Recreation and Parks)
4. The Scarecrow Invasion is here! It's time to head downtown to see all the scarecrows. You can vote for your favorite scarecrow for $1 a vote starting this coming Monday through the end of October at the visitors center located at 8588 Main Street. The proceeds from the Scarecrow Invasion will be donated to INSeason, the IN WDSTK design committee that creates and implements design initiatives in the downtown area like the annual downtown holiday decorations. (Visit Woodstock)
5. After scoring a 64 and an unsatisfactory (U) rating on a health inspection early in September, Salt Factory Pub on Main Street has been praised for scoring a 94 upon re-inspection. Atlanta News First included the restaurant in an article discussing notably high and low restaurant scores around the Metro Atlanta area. (Atlanta News First)

Today and tomorrow in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Today

• Farm. Fresh. Market. is a great place to find lots of locally grown products, all in one spot. Saturdays on Market Street in Downtown Woodstock. (8:30 a.m. - noon)
• Essential Gardening - Fall Bulbs: please register for this demonstration online. Learn about planting bulbs in the fall to get a spring harvest or bloom at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion, 223 Arnold Mill Road. (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
• Yoga On Tap: the beginner yoga session includes a free pint or coffee, please bring a mat and water. The $20 class fee can be paid at the door of Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Kids Corner: It's Corn! I Can't Imagine a More Beautiful Thing! Create fall decorations with beads and check out the Paper Cuts exhibit. Please register online for the event at Reeves House Studio, 734 Reeves Street. (10:30 a.m.)
• Kimberly Garrett Brown In-Person: the author of "Cora's Kitchen" will be at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main Street, Suite 138. (1 - 3 p.m.)
• Youth / Teen Talent Showcase: every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, "showcase and practice your talent, build confidence in front of a live audience" at Payton Jean Marie, 9550 Main Street. (1 - 4 p.m.)
• Oktoberfest at The Outlet Shoppes: live music, cornhole and more at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. (1 - 5 p.m.)
• WDSTKtoberfest Pub Crawl: grab an entry form from the first restaurant you visit, get a stamp at each restaurant you visit, and once you get 5 stamps, you can redeem them for a boot glass at the Visit Woodstock GA tent. The tent closes at 7 p.m. Please see the list of participating restaurants here. (2 - 6 p.m.)
• Golf Cart Poker Run: take a ride in your golf cart in Downtown Woodstock along a designated route, collect a poker hand after you've stopped at 5 predetermined spots and end at Reformation Brewery for music, prizes and more. Registration is 1 - 2 p.m. in the backyard. The Hearsay will perform 5 - 8 p.m. All proceeds go towards the Cherokee Shriners Children's Burn Unit. Please see the listing for more details. (2 - 5 p.m.)
• Oktoberfest Party: starting at 2 p.m., enjoy music, beer, local vendors and Queenie's BBQ at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (2 - 11 p.m.)
• LEGO Design a Monster Challenge: LEGOs will be provided, children of all ages are welcome to the event at Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (3 - 4:30 p.m.)
• Classic Movie Matinee: watch "Night of the Living Dead" (1968, Not Rated). Popcorn and refreshments will be provided, all ages are welcome to the event at Woodstock Library, 7735 Main Street. (3 - 5 p.m.)
• Artisan Wine Tasting: at The Gifted Ferret, 1910 Eagle Drive, Suite 400. (5 - 7 p.m.)
• BINGO Night: free admission and prizes for game winners. All ages welcome, snacks and drinks. Please feel free to bring snacks or a drink to share at Woodstock Community Church, 237 Rope Mill Road. (6:30 p.m.)
• Owl Creek Band will be playing country and rock hits at Sunset Grille Lakeside Restaurant, 1001 Victoria Landing. (7 p.m.)
• DJ Rico Sanchez: on the rooftop at Pure Taqueria, 405 Chambers Street. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• Sunday in the Park with George: at the Event Green downtown, will be moved to Woodstock Arts Theatre at 8534 Main Street if it rains. (7:30 p.m.)
• Paul Childers In The Listening Room - Cheers To 5 Years! At Rootstock, 8558 Main Street. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Benjamin Frank (11 a.m. - noon)
  • Hunter Blalock (2 - 5 p.m.)
  • Big Toe MOJO (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • Layne Denton Band (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • Retro Rock Revival - 80's Arena Rock Tribute (7 p.m.)
  • Letterbomb - A Tribute to Green Day (10 p.m.)

Sunday, October 2

• Oktoberfest at The Outlet Shoppes: traditional German band, stilt walkers, cornhole and more at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. (1 - 5 p.m.)
• Laurie Ann Jazzwine 'Brunch' Live Music: In The Listening Room at Rootstock, 8558 Main Street. (12 - 3 p.m.)
• Sunday in the Park with George: at the Event Green downtown, will be moved to Woodstock Arts Theatre at 8534 Main Street if it rains. (3 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage (free shows):
  • Heidi and Bigs (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
  • Layne Denton (3 - 6 p.m.)
  • High Beams Duo (6 - 9 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The 5th Annual Woodstock International Food Festival is scheduled for October 8 and 9, noon - 7 p.m. on both days. There will be homemade foods, vendors, games, music and fun at the festival run by the St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church. You can view the festival menu online and pre-order a drive-thru option instead, if you'd like, through this link. All are welcome to the festival at the church located at 2265 East Cherokee Drive. (Woodstock International Food Festival)
• If you're looking for a new pet, make sure to check out the adoption event at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at 10 a.m. today. Please scan the QR code on the front door of the shelter to enter the "virtual line." You can check the website for more information and click here to see available pets. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is looking for you! No, not in a bad way. Promise. They would like some upstanding citizens like you to join their team. If you're interested in a career in law enforcement, you can reach out to the Office of Recruitment by emailing recruiter@cherokeega.com or by calling/texting 470-533-9552. (Cherokee Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Tailgate with a Firefighter is coming up on October 8 at The Mill on Etowah. There will be food, fun and games, fire trucks and more. Enter the Dress Like a Firefighter contest, get your face painted, hang out in the VIP section. Proceeds help fund fire safety education. If you want to purchase VIP Section entry, please email lmgrisham@cherokeega.com or call 678-493-6296. (Cherokee Recreation and Parks via Facebook)
• Make sure to check out the new TrailStory project on the Towne Lake Pass Trail this month with the family. There are pages posted along the trail from the book "A Tale of Two Beasts," by Fiona Roberton. Along with the pages are QR codes that you can read with your smartphone, those codes lead to questions about the book. (Woodstock Parks and Rec)
• Classes coming up at Leaning Ladder with tickets still available: "Apple Pies & Cider Doughnuts with Chef Michelle - hands-on class" on October 5, "Sensational Italian Sausage with Chef Alan - demonstration class" on October 8, "Pad Thai with Chef Sunisa - hands-on class" on October 11, "Plant Power with Chef Megan - demonstration class" on October 19.
• Classes coming up at Made Mercantile with tickets still available: "Maker Bar" on October 8, "Wicks and Sips with Woodstock Candle Co." on October 9, "Bubbles & Bubbly with Dirty Unicorn" on October 13, "Bracelets, Beads & Bourbon with bamabelle" on October 14.

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— Nina Lightcap

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