🌱 WDSTKtoberfest + Latest Towne Hall News Posted + Golf Tournament

Hey, everybody! It's Tuesday in Woodstock-Towne Lake, and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Because community news matters! Let's do it...

First, today's weather:

Sunny; pleasant, less humid. High: 81 Low: 57.

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

1. WDSTKtoberfest is coming to Downtown Woodstock. Enjoy Bavarian food and beverage specials from participating restaurants downtown, beginning with a keg tapping event on September 24 featuring Woodstock Mayor Michael Caldwell. On October 1, a pub crawl will start up at 2 p.m. where everyone can collect stamps from each stop to trade in for an event boot glass at the end. Visit the website to see participating restaurants and more event detail. (Visit Woodstock)
2. The fall issue of The Towne Hall News is available online! Head over to read about the partial property tax rollback, pay increases for city employees, milestones and an event calendar. The news includes an announcement that vendor and sponsorship applications are now open for The Halloween Trail of Tricks & Treats. (Woodstock Fall Towne Hall News)
3. There are a few spots available for sponsors and teams in the 7th Annual Woodstock Public Safety Foundation Charity Golf Tournament taking place on October 6. The tournament will be held at the BridgeMill Athletic Club in Canton to benefit Woodstock's police and fire departments. You can view the schedule and register for the event online. (Woodstock Public Safety Foundation)
4. There are also a few volunteer spaces yet to fill for Riverfest on September 24 and 25. The event will feature arts and crafts to see and purchase, scarecrow displays, games, bounce houses, a petting zoo, miniature train rides, a tailgating area with live football game broadcasts and more. The arts and crafts festival will be held at Etowah River Park in Canton. There is a Sign Up Genius page to sign up for volunteer time slots. You can read more about the event here. (Service League of Cherokee County)
5. The History Channel show "American Pickers" will be filming in Georgia. Set to begin filming in December, the show about antique "picking" is looking for leads on potential hidden treasures. The show has put out the call: "If you or someone you know has a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, we would love to hear from you!" Check out the press release for specific details on what types of collections qualify and contact information for the production. (Cherokee Chamber of Commerce)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• "Family Storytime," for children of all ages. Read stories, play games and do crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult to the event at R.T. Jones Memorial Library, 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. (10:30 a.m.)
• "Survival Spanish Adventure!" Learn useful Spanish words and phrases and engage in a scavenger hunt. All ages are welcome to the event at Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (4 p.m.)
• "Game Night with Lights Up! Entertainment," every Tuesday at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (6 p.m.)
• "Music Bingo with DJ CaseyD," every Tuesday at Truck & Tap, 8640 Main Street. (7:30 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
  • "Book Lover's Club," every second Tuesday of the month at the WGLSC Library. (11 a.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage:
  • Greg Shaddix (noon)
  • "Open Mic Night, Hosted by Greg Shaddix," sign up for your spot here. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Emma Hunt, a Woodstock local, finished third in the women's speed climbing competition in Edinburgh, Scotland on Saturday. The medal was her third of the world cup season, the two previous were silver medals won in May. On Saturday, Hunt defeated a competitor from Italy to take the bronze medal. (Team USA)
• Looking for a new job? Check out the latest job listings in our area. (Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch)
• Reminder: The Cherokee Career Expo is coming up on September 28 at 2 p.m. Employers and job seekers can register online. There is time for resume review and assistance before the doors open at 1 p.m. The event will be held at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. (Cherokee Office of Economic Development)
• The free, annual Touch-A-Truck event is happening this Saturday, September 17, at Cherokee Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. There is limited parking at the event, so shuttles will be available at Macedonia Elementary School and Macedonia Baptist Church, both on East Cherokee Drive. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• The deadline to sign up for the Cherokee Recreation & Parks "Fall Break Outdoor Camp" is this Thursday, September 15. The camp for children ages 9 to 13 will run from September 19-23. Head over to the website for more information. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Taste of Woodstock is this Thursday, September 15, 5pm-9pm. Taste the best food in Woodstock at this delicious event on the Woodstock Arts Event Green. You can skip the line and pre-purchase tasting tickets at the Woodstock Visitors Center." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Cherokee County Animal Shelter: "#WeChipCherokee4FREE Free pet microchips for Cherokee residents, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 1015 Univeter Rd. or 131 Chattin Drive. NO APPOINTMENTS - WALK INs WELCOME. Please ensure pets are on a leash or in a secure carrier." (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Nina Lightcap

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