🌱 Parent Academy Application Window Open + Fire Destroys Local Home

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

1. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) is currently accepting applications for the parent academy program. The annual program is free and helps caregivers in our county learn more about the school district and ways to get involved in your children's school. Opportunities for engagement include school and district office visits, question and answer sessions with School Board members and other district business. Sessions will start up in October and applications are due by September 6. (CCSD via Facebook)
2. A fire on Breedlove Road on Tuesday afternoon destroyed a family home. While the fire was able to be extinguished, a family dog was found deceased when the home was searched. No people were inside or injured, and the cause is under investigation. (Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Press Release)
3. Will Anderson, field representative with U.S. Congressman Barry Loudermilk's Office, was named the Chairman's Council Volunteer of the Quarter. In choosing the recipient, Chamber event attendance is considered. Members of the Chairman's Council are selected by invitation only. (Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Press Release)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• "Family Storytime" at the Woodstock Public Library is an event for all ages. Read along with the story and enjoy finger plays and songs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (10:30 a.m.)
• Beyond The Spotlight Dance Studio is celebrating their grand opening with a ribbon cutting at 119 Mill Street, downtown. (11 a.m.)
• "Job Fair & Career Expo: Work Source Georgia & Goodwill of North Georgia" will be at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library. There will be a Continuing Education Possibilities Workshop at 4 p.m. and the Job Fair starts at 5 p.m. Please register ahead of time to set up an appointment to speak to one of the organization representatives. The event will take place in the Community Room and Youth Activity Room. (4 p.m.)
• "Zoey the Reading Dog" will be at the Rose Creek Public Library on Towne Lake Parkway. Register online to hold a 15-minute timeslot for your child to read to Zoey. (4:30 p.m.)
• "Trivia Night" at Reformation Brewery Woodstock with Lights Up! Entertainment. This recurring event takes place on Wednesdays. (7 p.m.)
• "Korean Night with Chef Sunisa" at Leaning Ladder on Main Street. Please register for the demonstration class, there is a $79 charge per person. (7 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill patio stage:
  • Jeannie Caryn (noon)
  • Top Artists - Extended Sets, hosted by Greg Shaddix. (6 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • "Giza is Gone - Visual Cinematic Live Rock" with special guest Flannel Nation. Please purchase tickets online. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Downtown Woodstock is holding a free movie night on the Green this Friday. "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" will be on the screen at 7 p.m. , but head down early to check out film characters brought to you by Mystical Parties Entertainment. The characters will be available for pictures from 6 to 8 p.m. (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Cool down with our Blueberry Crumble Pie Ice Cream at Pie Bar This flavor is a collaboration between Pie Bar and Butter & Cream Ice Cream and is available in pints at Pie Bar." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Check out these great houses available in our area! Here is the Real Estate Roundup for the Woodstock-Towne Lake Area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cornerstone Estates: "Garage sale - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Household items. Bedding furniture . Lots of items! 434 Parkstone Dr. Woodstock" (Nextdoor)

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