🌱 The Planning Of Art + Farm Bureau Plant Talk + Yoga At The Brewery

Hello all. It's me, Nina, your host of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town today, including:

• The city wants your thoughts on the Public Art Plan.
• Learn about native plants with the Farm Bureau.
• Yoga is back on the stage and at the brewery.

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Now, today's weather: Clouds and sun. High: 84 Low: 63.

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

1. The City of Woodstock is offering citizens a chance to be heard on the direction and vision of future public art in town. The mural along Mill Street, the shipping container restrooms, the wings on Wall Street and the mosaic guitar on The Green downtown have all been vibrant and beautiful additions, perfectly encompassing the city's art-forward approach to the downtown area. If you'd like a voice in the city's Public Art Plan, the survey is here, you can tell the city where you'd like to see more art, what themes you'd like to see explored, what you definitely don't want to see and what you do. You can see the timeline and other project details on survey webpage. (Woodstock News Post)
2. The R.T. Jones Memorial Library is hosting the Cherokee County Farm Bureau in a talk this Friday about the plants that naturally grow in our area. The presentation, "Native Plants 101," will cover the different native plants in our area and how to spot them around the city. After the presentation, the library will be discussing their "Cherokee BioBlitz" challenge. Project participants will document the different wild plants and animals they encounter to help the library system create a map illustrating our area's biodiversity. The project will run from June 1-31, you can learn more about it here. (Sequoyah Regional Library System)
3. Woodstock Arts has a new play coming up for all ages, and this one sends a great message of friendship to kids. The play, "A Year with Frog and Toad," follows the recently hibernating Frog and Toad as they embark on various adventures, learning lessons as they go. The duo identifies and celebrates their differences as they honor their unique beingness. The play starts up on June 7 at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, and there's a sensory friendly performance on June 10 at 10 a.m. The theater address is 8534 Main St., you can grab your tickets at the link. (Woodstock Arts)
4. Woodstock Parks and Recreation has put together a packed summer for us all, from festivals to classes and everything in between. If an outdoor yoga class in Downtown Woodstock sounds good to you, Big Stage Yoga will be meeting every Tuesday, starting on June 6 at 6:30 p.m. The next in the SKILLS series, SKILLS - Automotive, is on June 8 and will teach the basic skills needed to handle mechanical issues while on the road. You'll learn to check tire pressure, jump a battery and change a tire, as well as the correct way to handle a roadside emergency. You can see the full catalog at the link. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• Coffee with a Cop: Head over to Circle of Friends Coffee Shop for an informal meet and greet with members of the Woodstock Police Department. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some of the best coffee around and engage in some casual conversation with local officers. The coffee shop is in The Circuit Café at Chattahoochee Tech, 1 Innovation Way. (9:30 - 11 a.m.)
• American Red Cross Community Blood Drive: As of right now, there are still almost 10 spots left for today's drive. You can make an appointment at the link, the drive is at the Hickory Flat Fellowship Church, 5301 Hickory Flat Highway in Canton. Donors will receive a $10 gift card. (11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
• Dungeon Explorers Roleplaying Adventure: For those in grades 3 and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. A simplified Dungeons and Dragons adventure, everyone is welcome. Pre-generated characters, supplies and snacks will be provided, please register here for the event at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (5 - 6 p.m.)
• Jacob Harshman: A food truck, craft beer and live music every Thursday at Truck & Tap, 8640 Main St. (7 - 10 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
  • Let's Go! (5:30 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • Throw It Back - A 90s Pop + R&B Experience (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The City of Woodstock has announced that as of today, the Customer Service & Utility Billing Department at 12453 Highway 92 is changing its hours. Going forward, the department will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday, and they will no longer be closed at lunchtime. (City of Woodstock via Facebook)
• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter has put out the call for donations. If you would like to help, they're in need of paper towels, dry cat and dog food for their Pet Food Pantry, small cans of wet dog food, clear Rubbermaid tubs and Frontline Plus for dogs and cats. You can see the full list of items at the link, please bring your donations over to the shelter Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shelter is located at 1015 Univeter Road in Canton. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Yoga on Tap is back at Reformation Brewery. The beginner yoga session is scheduled for 10 a.m. this Saturday and includes a free pint or coffee afterwards. You can pay for the class at the door, just be sure to bring your own mat and water. The brewery is located at 105 Elm St. (Reformation Brewery)
• This month, the Cherokee Aquatic Center is holding two "Parent's Night Out" evenings. The upcoming events are on June 9 & 16, and they're a great chance to steal a moment for yourself while the kids enjoy a night of swimming, eating, crafts, games and a movie. The aquatic center is located at 1200 WellStar Way in Canton, you can sign up at the link. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• Cherokee Recreation & Parks is holding the next "Red Cross Babysitting + Pediatric CPR" class on June 24 at 9 a.m. The class is for babysitters aged 11-15 and covers the skills needed to safely care for children and infants. Participants will also learn how to develop a business, keep everyone safe when babysitting and basic child care and first aid. A Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification will be given upon completion. You can read more about the classes and sign up at the link. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• If you missed the free "Community Preparedness 101" class this week, there are two more chances to attend. The classes hosted by the Cherokee Office of Emergency Management and Cherokee E 9-1-1 teach attendees how to protect their property in cases of severe weather and other disaster situations and also give a look into how the E 9-1-1 Center works. The last classes are on June 15 and 22 in Canton, you can find more information about the classes and sign up at the link. (Cherokee County Communications Division)
• If you're house hunting and can't seem to find the perfect home, it may be time to go see some homes in person. It's hard to get a real feel for a property through pictures and descriptions, check out these 4 open houses in the Woodstock-Towne Lake area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Nina Lightcap

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