🌱 Overdose Awareness Day + Cornhole League Registration

Hello and happy Sunday! I'm back in your inbox this summer morning with all the most important things happening in and around Cumming these days. Without further ado...

Fun fact: August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day!

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Today's weather:

Humid with a heavy t-storm. High: 82 Low: 70.

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Here are the top three stories in Cumming today:

1. Individual high schools will have the choice to reinstate seven of the eight books Forsyth County Schools removed from libraries in January due to sexual content. Teachers, media specialists, students and parents will volunteer to read two books each and provide feedback to the District Media Committee, which will make the decision based on the quality of content in the book, the manner of presentation, the level of user appeal and interest, whether the book is appropriate for middle and/or high school, whether the book supported the implementation of state standards, and whether the book supports the goals of FCS as identified in the district's strategic plan. The book that wasn't approved is All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson, a memoir about growing up as a homosexual African-American man in the U.S. (Forsyth County News)
2. August 31 has been proclaimed Overdose Awareness Day by Forsyth County Commissioners. According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, all drug overdose deaths in Georgia increased by 55.9% from 2019 to 2021. Fentanyl-related overdose deaths increased in Georgia by 106.2% between May 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021. The board is urging all residents to learn more about prescription drug overdose prevention as well as how to aid and support those affected by it. The Forsyth County government buildings will join buildings and landmarks across the nation in lighting up purple in recognition of Overdose Awareness Day. (Forsyth County Government)
3. Calling all Cornhole players! Today is the last day to register for the 8-week Fall Cornhole League at The Dahlonega Brewery. League play is on Thursday nights starting August 25 through October 13 from 6-8 p.m. There are three divisions based on skill lever: Ringers (Competitive), Slingers (Intermediate) and Dingers (Novice). It's $60 per player with the top teams qualifying for an end-of-season city tournament. Dahlonega Brewery is located at 3003 Morrison Moore Parkway. (Patch)

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Today in Cumming:

• Georgia's Response to the Holocaust - Exhibit from the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust - Post Road Library (All Day)
• Quilt Show - Hampton Park Library (9 a.m.)
• Antique Show - Lakewood 400 Antiques Market (10 a.m.)
• Food Truck: Eggroll Boyz - NoFo Brewery (noon)
• Yes Ma'am Art Show 2022 - 92 Peachtree Street, Atlanta (noon)
• Adult MakerDay: Galaxy Mirrors - Post Road Library (2 p.m.)
• Kayak Fishing - Hampton Park Library (3 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• 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. 25 years experience, licensed and insured, residential or commercial. (Nextdoor)
• Lakeside Middle School Picture Day is Wednesday, August 24. Students will be bringing home an order form. (Lakeside Middle via Facebook)
• Sign up for a family YMCA membership and get $200 toward Y programs. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Big Creek Elementary is hosting its first Spirit Night at Zaxby's located on Mathis Airport Parkway Thursday, August 25 from 5 - 8 p.m. (Big Creek Elementary via Facebook)
• 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)
• Mashburn Elementary is offering after-school clubs. (Mashburn Elementary via Facebook)
• Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? Check the link training dates and more information. (Shiloh Point Elementary via Facebook)
• Chattahoochee Elementary has several extracurricular opportunities for students in 3rd - 5th grade. Visit https://tinyurl.com/3s2vchf3 for more information. (Chattahoochee 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)
• Vickery Creek Elementary is hiring cafeteria monitor positions. Please contact Kristan Riedinger for more information. kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us / 770-346-0040 x 180134. (Vickery Creek Elementary 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)
• Polo Fields Equestrian Center (5890 Polo Dr.) is accepting proposals for private organizations interested in providing complete management, maintenance and operational services of the stable building and equine programs. Proposals must be submitted by 2 p.m. on September 1. (Forsyth County Government)
• Forsyth County Government is hiring. Check out the opportunities available (Forsyth County Government)
• Rock Solid Brewing will host a Teacher Appreciation Day Saturday, August 27, offering all teachers a $5 gift card with your order during the hours of noon - 6 p.m. (NextDoor).
• 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)

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— 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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