🌱 Property Assessment Appeals + Job Fair At The Outlet Shoppes Today

Morning, neighbors! Nina here with your weekend edition of the Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including updates on...

• Property assessment appeals are due this month.
• There's a job fair today at The Outlet Shoppes.
• History Cherokee talks Native American history.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Plenty of sunshine. High: 88 Low: 68.
• Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 79 Low: 68.

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

1. Cherokee County officials have posted a reminder that the deadline to file an appeal for your property assessment is June 29. The free process can be done online on the tax assessors office website here, just click on "file appeal." You'll be able to view your property's current information, compare other properties in the area or appeal the property assessment completed for your property. The system will take you through the process, though anyone with a question about the appeals process can call 678-493-6120. (Cherokee County via Facebook)
2. If you're looking for a part-time, full-time or seasonal job, there's a job fair today at The Outlet Shoppes. There are more than 500 positions to be filled, and if you're chosen for one of them, you'll get a $50 gift card. As a bonus, if you apply to a job during the job fair, you'll be entered to win a $500 mall gift card. Retailers will have tables in front of their shops with applications ready for you. The job fair starts at 10 a.m., the Outlet Shoppes are located at 915 Ridgewalk Parkway. Good luck! (Visit Woodstock)
3. The next "Hear, Here" talk at History Cherokee will be held on June 13. These events tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to sign up soon if you'd like to attend. The event, "Hear, Here: The Preservation of Native American History and Heritage with Leslie Thomas," is free. Leslie Thomas has been a member of the Georgia Chapter of the Trail of Tears Association for over 20 years and has served as the communications director, vice president and current president of the organization. A wealth of experience and knowledge, Thomas is also the current president of the Gilmer County Historical Society. You can sign up for the lecture at the link. (History Cherokee)
4. The Board of Commissioners made some moves in their June 6 meeting, including the forward progression of package store regulations in unincorporated Cherokee County. It was decided that the Development Service Center will be accepting applications from Sept. 1 at 9 a.m. to Oct. 31 at 5 p.m., with an ordinance in place requiring package stores to be, at minimum, 5,000 square feet and freestanding. Among other regulations, package stores must be at least 600 feet from a school or residence and 300 feet from any church, there must be at least 1 mile between liquor stores and only 1 license will be granted in each district. A fee structure will be decided later this month. (Cherokee County Communications Division)
5. It's looking like a good weekend for some outside activity, if you're looking for something to do with the family and kids, give TrailStory a shot. Woodstock Parks and Recreation and the Sequoyah Regional Library System (SRLS) created the project for school-aged children, lining local trails with pages from books along with questions about the book via QR code. This month on the Towne Lake Pass Trail, it's "Daniel's Good Day," by Micha Archer, and in August on the Rubes Creek Trail, the book will be "My Papi Has a Motorcycle," by Isabel Quintero. (Woodstock Parks and Recreation)

Check out what our local sponsor can do for you:

Are you overwhelmed or frustrated with planning a Disney vacation? Let Emily Williams at The Magic For Less Travel plan your entire Disney experience and save you money — just pack your bags and go. The Magic for Less Travel is a travel agency dedicated to making your vacation dreams a reality, and Emily has over 19 years of experience customizing unique Disney vacation experiences! Visit Emily here to learn more.

Click here to get your business featured in this spot.

Today and tomorrow in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Today

• Farm. Fresh. Market. - Head downtown to Market Street for a great place to find locally grown and created products. (8:30 a.m. - noon)
• American Red Cross Blue Blood Drive: You can make an appointment at the link for the blood drive at First Baptist Church Holly Springs, 2632 Holly Springs Parkway. Today's blood drive is held in honor of Holly Springs Police Officer Joe Burson. (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
• "A Year with Frog and Toad" - sensory-friendly performance: For all ages, this play sends a message of friendship to kids. The performance is at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (10 a.m.)
• Discovering Paddleboarding: For ages 13 and up, with a consenting adult, and participants must be at least 85 pounds. The class at Lake Allatoona will equip you with the basics in a two-hour session headed up by Michael Murphy and staff from Murph's Surf. (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
• "A Year with Frog and Toad": For all ages, this play sends a message of friendship to kids. The performance is at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (2:30 p.m.)
• Saturday Storytime: The special family storytime is for children of all ages and will feature books, songs, fingerplays and fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult, the event will be held at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (3:30 - 4:30 p.m.)
• Artisan Wine Tasting Chill Out Party: Enjoy a wine tasting tonight at The Gifted Ferret, 1910 Eagle Drive, Unit 400. There is an option to add a commemorative wine glass, charcuterie boards, truffles or various other desserts to your ticket. (5 - 7 p.m.)
• Concert To Go Meal at Leaning Ladder: Click the link to reserve a delicious meal to eat during the concert tonight, Leaning Ladder is located at 105 E. Main St. (6:00 p.m.)
• DJ Ice Gilbert: Take in the music on the rooftop at PURE Taqueria, 405 Chambers St. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• The Lasting Laugh: For ages 12 and up, clean comedy hosted by Jessica It's All Good at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (7:30 p.m.)
• Woodstock Summer Concert Series - Rick Springfield + Rosey: The concert series is held at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater downtown, please be sure to read about the event parking and shuttle at the link. No tables, blankets or tarps are allowed. (7:30 p.m.)
• Cotter Hill: Enjoy food, drinks and live music in The Listening Room at Rootstock, 8558 Main St. (7:30 - 10 p.m.)
• Board Game Night: A great event for groups, have a fun evening playing board games at The Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 p.m.)
• Way Back Band: Enjoy the music tonight at Maxwell's Cigar Bar, 150 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• Adult Skate Night: It's our time to shine at the rink. Dig out your favorite skating outfit and head to Hot Wheels Skate Center, at 228 Farm Ridge Drive NE. (9 p.m. - midnight)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Casen Watson (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
  • Jack Boyanton (2 - 5 p.m.)
  • Blackfoot Daisy (5 - 8 p.m.)
  • Mother Legacy (8 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • Vegas McGraw - Tim McGraw Tribute (7 p.m. and 9:55 p.m.)

Tomorrow

• Car-B-Que at the 'Flat: The car show is free, and you can bring your own sweet ride to show if you'd like. For information, updates and pictures of the events, the official Facebook page is at the link. The show is at Old Country Place BBQ, 6764 Hickory Flat Highway. (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
• Sweet Yeast Breads with Chef Michelle: Make sweet yeast breads in the hands-on class at Leaning Ladder, 105 E. Main St. (noon - 3:30 p.m.)
• Kurt Wheeler: The musician will be performing live at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm St. (2 - 5 p.m.)
• "A Year with Frog and Toad": For all ages, this play sends a message of friendship to kids. The performance is at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (2:30 p.m.)
• Screen on the Green - "Sonic The Hedgehog 2": The movie will be showing on The Green downtown, 113 Elm St. Bring along folding chairs or blankets to get nice and comfy. (3 p.m.)
• Maker Bar - Kids: Bring the kids over any time during the Maker Bar to create a project in 30 minutes or less. At this week's event, the kids will create a key chain for Father's Day with Silvia Draws. You can reserve a spot for this one, but walk-in's will be accepted as long as supplies last. (3 - 7 p.m.)
• Woodstock Arts Video Game Tournament - "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" Island Judging Competition: If you'd like to play, you can save your spot at the link. Spectators are free. The event will be held on The Green downtown, so be sure to bring a folding chair and your Switch, it will be docked to explore your island. For Switch Lite users, please have a dream code ready. (5:30 p.m.)
• Ansley Fain: The artist will be playing live on the rooftop at PURE Taqueria, 405 Chambers St. (7 - 11 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Conor Lawley (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
  • Roger Wilson (2 - 5 p.m.)
  • Greg & Spenser (5 - 8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Important shuttle update for tonight's concert! The drop off/pick up sites for the three shuttle routes have been changed. (Woodstock Summer Concert Series)
  • Riders from the Northside Parking Deck will be dropped off/picked up on East Main Street near Homer's Crossing.
  • Riders from the Woodstock City Church lot will be dropped off/picked up on Main Street in front of Rootstock.
  • Riders from Little River Elementary will be dropped off/picked up behind the stage near the Hubbard Road intersection.
• It takes time, honest effort and unconditional love to be a great father. And here at Patch, we celebrate greatness. Until June 15, you can shine the spotlight on the special father in your life by submitting your story here. Woodstock's Ocean M. wanted everyone to know that his father, Abraham M., is extra special "...because everyone is special. He is super kind and he does hard work like other people do." Ocean added, "I love my dad." (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• The Cherokee County Animal Shelter is holding its regular Saturday adoption event today. The available animals can be seen online here, there are lots of kittens and puppies this week. Please follow the instructions found at the link for getting into the "virtual line." Adoption hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and the shelter is located at 1015 Univeter Road in Canton. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Six Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services firefighters were promoted this week. Congratulations and thank you for the service you provide to our community Captain Dean Billings, Lieutenant Matt Hutcherson, Lieutenant Jeff Phillips, Lieutenant Brian Thompson, Sergeant Nick Leslie and Sergeant Gene Parker. (CCFES News)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Riverside: "Sending a great big THANK YOU to the person that found and returned our son's wallet. He lost it yesterday in the evening, and today some kind soul placed it in our mailbox! So grateful for your kindness.😇🤗" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Westwilley Bridge: "Fantastic Garage Sale - Furniture and accessories for sale 307 Derrymore Drive Woodstock Villas of Mountain View off Hwy 92 - Friday 6/9 and Saturday 6/10 from 9AM-3PM....Everything must go." (Nextdoor)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured events:

• 🛍️ Boutique clothing, jewelry & accessories PLUS home goods + gifts 🛍️ (June 10)
• The Daily Draft Presents "Birthday Bash Weekend: Stienholding Challenge w/ Jesse Tuggle (June 16)
• Add your event

Featured gigs & services:

• Pickleball Instruction (Details)
• Add your gig or service

Featured job listings:

• Village Montessori School is hiring! (Details)
• Add your listing

That's it for today! I'll catch up with you soon with another update.

— Nina Lightcap

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch newsletter? Contact me at Woodstock@Patch.com