🌱 Woodstock Arts Upcoming Events + 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Nina, your host of the Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll read about these stories and more...

• Registration is now open for Fall swim lessons.
• There are lots of fun events going on in town today!
• Our school district is looking for partners.

But first, today's weather:

Hot with abundant sunshine. High: 91 Low: 65.

🏡 Looking for more real estate leads in Woodstock-Towne Lake? Let us help you reach prospective home buyers and stand out from the competition. Click here to learn more.

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

1. Woodstock Arts has some great events going on this month, let's go through the next few in line. You can click the links for individual registration pages as we go. "Gallery Tour for Kids!" is on September 22 at 3 p.m., kids can explore the Paper Cuts exhibit with a guided tour of the gallery. The Rt's are playing as part of the Lantern Series on September 24 at 7:30 p.m. on the Green downtown. There are still tickets available, and make sure to check into series subscriptions. "Yoga in the Garden" is next up on September 25 at 11 a.m. Held in the Reeves House Garden, the class is for all skill levels. Please bring a mat and water bottle with you. Head over to the Woodstock Arts website to see more events. (Woodstock Arts)
2. Cherokee County's 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's is happening on October 29 at Etowah River Park in Canton. The walk will kick off with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. and all funds raised benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Please register online and sign the required waiver if you'd like to participate. Volunteers are needed for help with set-up, clean-up, registration, water stops and more, please take a look at the volunteer webpage for more information. (Enjoy Cherokee)
3. Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services (CCFES) hosted the annual team meeting of the Office of Research Experiences and Education of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) on Monday. UL Xplorlabs Fire Forensics is an educational platform used in our county schools to teach middle schoolers and help build their scientific knowledge, passion and commitment. Firefighters from CCFES help the teachers administer the lessons and provide real-world examples of how it relates to fire and emergency services. (CCFES Press Release)
4. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) is looking for local partners. The district urges anyone interested in becoming a school partner to head over to their free informational event on October 13 at 4 p.m. to learn more. You can meet with school leaders while enjoying coffee and dessert. Take a look at the partnership page on the CCSD website for more information and a link to school wish lists that go over opportunities to donate time, services and sponsorships. You can also reach out to Penny Dempsey, Coordinator of Events and Recognition Programs, for information on partnership programs by phone at 770-704-4275 or by email at penny.dempsey@cherokeek12.net. (CCSD Press Release)

Help us make Patch better:

Our user research team is interested in hearing about your experience with Patch. This is an opportunity for you to provide direct feedback and help us better serve you and your community. Your part in our research would consist of a single 30- to 60-minute interview, and you would receive a $25 Amazon gift card by email for your time. Interested? Sign up here to participate. If you're selected, we'll be in touch directly to set your appointment time. Thanks — hope to see you soon!

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• "Family Storytime” for children of all ages. Stories, songs, dancing, crafts and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult to the events at Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway and the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main Street. (10:30 a.m.)
• "Party on the Rooftop benefitting No Longer Bound," 50% of all Rooftop sales and a portion of their special margarita sales will go directly to No Longer Bound at PURE Taqueria, 405 Chambers Street. (3 p.m.)
• "Summer Wine Down Tasting," with five wine options and the option to purchase. The regular food menu will be available during the tasting at Rootstock, 8558 Main Street. (6:30 p.m.)
• At "Space Explorers STEAM Night" explore with microscopes and more. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult to the event at the Hickory Flat Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. (6:30 p.m.)
• "Trivia Night with Lights Up! Entertainment," with prizes for first, second and third place teams every Wednesday at Reformation Brewery, 105 Elm Street. (7 p.m.)
• "DJ Trivia!" Have fun and win prizes every Wednesday at Woodstock Beer Market, 240 Chambers Street. (7 p.m.)
• "Multiversus Tournament!" A double-elimination tournament played on the PS5 every Wednesday at Blue Ghost Arcade, 164 Towne Lake Parkway. (8 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs:
  • "Walking Club" at the Dupree Park walking/running track, 513 Neese Road. (8 a.m.)
  • "Fit Over 50," have fun with chair yoga, balance, bands, weights and core strength exercises at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (9:30 a.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage:
  • Bryson White (noon)
  • Music & Motorcycles featuring The Honky Tonkers (6 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios:
  • "Adrian Stover Project - Post-Grunge Alternative-Rock Power-Trio" (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Cherokee County Senior Services (CCSS) offers free monthly caregiver support meetings. The next one coming up will be on Thursday, September 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cherokee County Recreation Center, 7545 Main Street, Suite 200. Head over to receive support, advice and the opportunity to hear other caregivers' experiences. The event will be catered. Please register to Stacy Jones at stjones@cherokeega.com or Sydney Brown at snbrown@cherokeega.com or by phone at 770-345-5320 and 770-345-3297 respectively. (CCSS via Facebook)
• Would you like to "adopt" a local senior for the holiday season? The gift item drop off for the "Adopt A Senior" program begins on October 17 at the Cherokee County Senior Center at 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. Some of the gifts requested include grocery gift cards, a book of stamps or a new bedsheet set. You can find more information on the flyer posted online, and you can sign up or get more information by leaving a message at 770-345-3025 or sending an email to bmkiser@cherokeega.com. (CCSS via Facebook)
• Registration is open for fall swim lessons for children and adults at the Cherokee County Aquatic Center. Classes start up on September 26, please register online. If you are unsure of your child's level, the center holds a free skill check on the second and third Saturday of every month. Check the website for more details on the classes. The center also offers private and semi-private lessons for children over 5. (Cherokee Recreation & Parks via Facebook)
• Reminder: The North Georgia Health District is holding its Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic at the Woodstock Health Center at 7545 North Main Street on October 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Many insurance companies cover the flu shot, but the out of pocket cost is $25 for the regular flu vaccine and $65 for high-dose flu vaccines for those 65 and older. You can call 770-928-0133 or 770-345-7371 for more details. (North Georgia Health District)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Mantra HHC-Metaphysical Shop and Holistic Hea — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• K-12:Innocence Under Siege - Parents Rights (September 24)
• Drink Dash (September 24)
• Add your event

That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Nina Lightcap

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