🌱 Cause For Paws + Cumming Man In Motorcycle Accident

Hello and happy Saturday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening in Cumming these days.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 89 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cumming:

1. Cause for Paws will take place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. today at Gateway Classic Cars, 1870 McFarland Parkway. Cruise in with your classic cars, bring the family, including the furry ones. Enjoy pastries and coffee (while supplies last). Awards for Best In Show, Kids' Choice and Most Unique Ride will be announced throughout the event. All makes and models are welcome with plenty of parking available. The event is open to the public with no admission fee. All proceeds benefit a local animal shelter and individual donations are encouraged. (Gateway Classic Cars)
2. A Cumming man is in fair condition after being air flighted following a single motorcycle crash in Rabun County. Timothy Paul Hayes, 58, was traveling on Warwoman Road in Clayton when the accident occurred. He is currently at Northeast Georgia Medical Center after being transported by AIRLife. (Subscribe: Clayton Tribune).
3. A Cherokee County resident has been arrested and charged with two counts of public indecency. Donald Harris is accused of exposing himself to a child at Kohl's on Cumming Highway on July 28. On August 23, Harris allegedly exposed himself to an adult shopper at Hobby Lobby on the same road in Canton. (The Telegraph)

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Today in Cumming:

• Quilt Show - Hampton Park Library (All Day)
• Auto Crusade 29 - Cumming Fairgrounds (All Day)
• Suwanee Farmers Market - Town Center Park (8 a.m.)
• August Vaccination & Microchip Clinic (10 a.m.)
• Fall Open House - The Perfect Pigg (10 a.m.)
• Nutcracker Community Auditions - FoCAL Center (10 a.m.)
• Let's Have a Matsuri - Celebrating Japan's Summer Festivals - Sharon Forks Library (11 a.m.)
• Georgia Jam '22 - Gas District South (12 p.m.)
• Teacher Appreciate Day - Rock Solid Brewery (12 p.m.)
• Japanese Festivals and Fans - Sharon Forks Library (1 p.m.)
• Be Ready: Research Techniques for College Presented by Dr. Cassandra Baker - Cumming Library (2 p.m.)
• Bingo - VFW Post 9143 (7 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Forsyth County is looking for poll workers for the upcoming election season. Serve the community, meet neighbors, make new friends, and even get paid (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Family YMCA is hosting Senior Bingo Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• Due to renovations, Humane Society of Forsyth County we will be closed today for adoptions between noon and 3 p.m. The shelter will remain open for already scheduled clinic appointments from 8:30 a.m. - noon. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Cumming Elementary School is looking for 4th and 5th graders to join the chorus club. (Cumming Elementary School via Facebook)
• The Forsyth County Georgia Animal Shelter "Summer of Love" event is coming to an end. All pet adoption fees are waived through Sept. 6. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Humane Society of Forsyth County is looking for volunteers this weekend. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is reminding motorists to park their phone before they drive. Georgia is a hands-free state. Drivers cannot have a phone in their hand or touching any part of their body while driving. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Schools is looking for carpenters and electricians. FCS has two openings in its facilities department. http://ow.ly/8SA750Kqwsc (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Family YMCA's virtual esports fall league is open for registration for ages 8-18. Register by September 12. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• Whitlow Elementary is hosting Curriculum Night September 22. There will be two sessions from 5 - 6 p.m. or 6 - 7 p.m. Parents/guardians can choose a session or attend both. (Whitlow Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is hiring. Visit www.forsythsheriffcareers.com. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Need a pet sitter? Tricia Pokorney is bonded and insured with over 20 years experience. Call or text 941-284-0122. (Nextdoor)
• The USDA has ended free meals for all students. Many students are selecting meals at school but with no payment plan established. Please access mypaymentsplus.com to pre-pay for your child's meals or apply for free/reduced meals at forsyth.k12.ga.us/freereduced. (Matt Elementary via Facebook)
• Need an electrician? Contact Fields Electric at 706-572-2625 and ask for Terry. He has 25 years experience, licensed and insured, residential or commercial. (Nextdoor)
• If you enjoy singing, visit Cummings Barbershop Chorus. It meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Lanier United Methodist Church. (North GA Barbers Singers)
• Forsyth County Schools is in need of bus drivers. Pay begins at $18.02 per hour with full benefits. (Forsyth County News)
• Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? Check the link training dates and more information. (Shiloh Point Elementary via Facebook)
• Humane Society of Forsyth County is looking for folks to join its Street Team, a group of volunteers who attend community events, man the booths and spread the word about what the shelter and HSFC does. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Public Library is looking for teenagers interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB is for teens in grades 6-12 that help plan and promote teen programs in the county's libraries. It's designed to help students gain leadership experience, help the community and meet new people. (Forsyth County Public Library via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Government is hiring. Check out the opportunities available (Forsyth County Government)
• If you need help, get it! A new mental health hotline is now active. You can now call or text 988 to reach the Suicide Prevention Hotline and get the care you need 24/7. You can also visit 988lifeline.org/chat to chat with a caring counselor. This shortcut is not replacing the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255), but will serve as an easy alternative for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. (United Way Of Forsyth County via Instagram)
• Tickets are now available for the 18th Annual Bark & Boogie Ball. This is the premier fundraising event for the Humane Society of Forsyth County. The ball will be held Saturday, October 15 at 6 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
• Pinecrest Academy will host nationally known author, syndicated columnist, and family psychologist John Rosemond September 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. (Pinecrest Academy)

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That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Phil Giltman

About me: I've lived in Cumming since 2010. I'm married with two kids, both in Forsyth County Schools. I consider myself a jack of all trades. I love solid news reporting, scoring baseball games, playing golf, watching movies, reading books, doing crossword puzzles, listening to music, competing in fantasy leagues, commissioning said fantasy leagues, playing poker, trying new foods, traveling, and hanging with friends and family. I appreciate you stopping by.

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