🌱 Wrestler Accused Of Harassment + Spring Into The Library Week

Welcome back, Woodstock-Towne Lake! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news about...

• A Board of Education member is accused of harassment.
• There's one more event for Spring Into The Library week.
• Cherokee County Elections and Voter Registration has a new home.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a thunderstorm. High: 84 Low: 58.

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

1. Cherokee County Board of Education Vice Chair and District 4 member Robert Rechsteiner was allegedly involved in the harassment of a transgendered person at WrestleCon in Los Angeles. Rechsteiner, who wrestling fans may know as WCW's Rick Steiner, is being accused of transphobia after allegedly calling Impact Wrestling's Gisele Shaw a "piece of trash and filth" during a signing event with fans in attendance. The powers that be at the wrestling event apologized publicly, admonished the statements reportedly made towards Shaw and banned Rechsteiner from the event. Rechsteiner has served on our school board since 2006, winning a fifth term in 2022. (WSB-TV)
2. The Sequoyah Regional Library System's "Spring Into The Library" campaign has offered the area some super fun events, like the Mini Flower Pot Painting and Nature Walk earlier in the week. Coming up today is the DIY Seed Balls for Bees class. It’s the last offering in the celebration series. For the book lovers, though, the associated Beanstack Reading Challenge isn't tying up until April 15. You can find more information about today's class at the link. (Sequoyah Regional Library System)
3. The Cherokee County Elections and Voter Registration has a new home, moving away from the office on Marietta Highway in Canton. Still in Canton, the department has moved over to 193 Lamar Haley Parkway, where the Division of Family and Children Services used to be, and they're open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. The new building is larger, and as the law requires, has more space for viewing areas, parking and storage. You can learn about what the department does on the official website here, it has a lot of information on voting dates and practices. Via the website, you can also register to vote, check your registration, change your information or cancel your voter registration. Leading up to and during election times, you can also find legal notices, election results and information on parties, candidates and open records requests. (Cherokee County Communications and Elections and Voter Registration)

Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

• YPOW AM: open to non-members, join the Young Professionals of Woodstock every Thursday morning for coffee, networking and an informal chat with a local leader at The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way. (7:30 - 8:30 a.m.)
• +55 Trail Walkers: head outside to socialize and get some exercise every Tuesday and Thursday. The group is for those 55 and up that can walk a minimum of one mile on a paved trail. Today, the group will meet at the Rubes Creek Trail, via the William G. Long Senior Center at 223 Arnold Mill Road. (9 - 10 a.m.)
• DIY Seed Balls for Bees: for all ages, create a wildflower seed ball and grow beautiful and useful flowers for the bees and pollinators around your home. Children must be accompanied by an adult to the event at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. (2 - 3 p.m.)
• Rock Wall Climbing Zone: open to county residents ages 4 and up and 40-pounds and over at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway in Canton. There is a nominal fee to climb. (3 - 8 p.m.)
• Spring Cleanup at Olde Rope Mill Park: help the community out and head over for a fun community service day. Garbage bags will be provided for the cleanup day, but please wear shoes that can get wet and muddy and bring a pair of gloves. The event is free, but please register at the link. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, the park is at 690 Olde Rope Mill Park Road. (6 - 8 p.m.)
• The Woodys: the classic rock, Fleetwood Mock duo will be playing live on the Rooftop at Rootstock, 8558 Main Street. (6 - 9 p.m.)
• Mother Earth Rocks: paint smooth river rocks with happy, encouraging and positive pictures or messages and hide them where others will find them. It's a free event, and it really brings a smile to people's faces. This event in the series will be held at The Rock Pavilion at Olde Rope Mill Park, 690 Olde Rope Mill Road. You can register at the link. (6:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• Team Trivia: every Thursday at Sidelines Grille - Hickory Flat, 6199 Hickory Flat Highway in Canton. (7 p.m.)
• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: 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.)
• DJ Trivia: every Thursday, the top three teams win cash at Guston's Grille, 12195 Highway 92, Suite 156. (8 - 11 p.m.)
• Senior Center Programs - most classes and events are held at the William G. Long Senior Center (WGLSC), 223 Arnold Mill Road
  • Line Dancing - every Monday and Thursday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (9:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
  • Nimble Fingers Sewing Club - for all skill levels, learn to knit, crochet or cross-stitch every Monday and Thursday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
  • Adult Coloring Club - every Monday and Thursday at the WGLSC Activity Center Expansion. (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
  • Duplicate Bridge - every Thursday in the WGLSC Multi-Purpose & Meeting Room. (12:30 - 3:30 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Mother Legacy (5:30 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  
  • Legends of Rock - Six Tributes, One Band - AC/DC, Tesla, Metallica and Van Halen (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• It's 2023 Masters Week over at Reformation Brewery! Head over for specialty cocktails, Queenie's BBQ specials and the Masters and Braves games on TV, plus, a chance to win a prize in their giveaway. The specials will run through Sunday at the brewery, located at 105 Elm Street, and today's hours are from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Reformation Brewery Events)
• This week is a Christian Holy Week, so if you'd like to attend church in the area for the holiday, I'll highlight a few special services as we go through the week.
  • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is holding Maundy Thursday services today at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Good Friday services on Friday at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Easter Sunday service at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. You can find more detail about the services here, and the church address is 1208 Rose Creek Drive.
  • Timothy Lutheran Church is holding their Maundy Thursday services today at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., their Good Friday services on Friday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and their Easter Sunday services at 6:30, 8:30 and 11 a.m. The church is located at 556 Arnold Mill Road.
  • Hillside United Methodist Church has a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. tonight followed by a Maundy Thursday service, the Good Friday service is tomorrow at 6:30 p.m., and the Easter Sunday services are at 6:30, 8:30, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. The church can be found at 4474 Towne Lake Parkway.
• Because they tend to sell out pretty quickly, here are the next few events at Leaning Ladder with tickets still available.
  • April 12: Introduction to Black Garlic Dinner with Chef Oakley - demonstration class (7 - 9 p.m.)
  • April 15: Wine Lunch and Learn with Joanna Scott and Wine Expert Amber - demonstration class (11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
  • April 17: Korean BBQ with Chef Sunisa - demonstration class (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Made Mercantile events also sell out rather quickly, so here are the next few with tickets still available.
  • April 15: Make & Munch Brunch with Sylvia Draws - for ages 12 and up, create two pieces of jewelry from pieces and parts of jewelry from Sylvia Draws. Mimosas and light snacks will be provided. (10 a.m. - noon)
  • April 21: Paint! with April Rain Studios - paint a flower or landscape on canvas in a paint-by-number tutorial. Learn the basics of value, color and the use of Acrylic paint. All supplies are provided, including an apron, and light snack and drink options are available. (7 - 9 p.m.)
  • April 22: Crafted Moments, Kids Activity Book Binding or Color a Set of Calling Cards - choose to create planner pages, mixology recipe books, stickers or kids activity books in this fun crafting session headed up by Moments with B. Drinks and snacks will be provided. (1 - 3 p.m.)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Great ready for spring and summer weather at Little River Clothing & Outdoors! Lots of new items in the store to help you get ready warmer weather. @littleriverwoodstock #woodstockga #woodstockgeorgia #downtownwoodstock" (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Downtown Woodstock: "Need some last minute Easter basket goodies? Maker's Mash has you covered! Stop by Reformation Brewery in Downtown Woodstock this Saturday, April 8th, 11am - 6pm, to shop with local makers and get unique items that make perfect gifts..." (Downtown Woodstock via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Magnolia Walk: "Locally owned restaurant in Woodstock has an immediate need for dishwashers, full or part time. Send text to 470-388-0021 for more information." (Nextdoor)

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