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Historical society
The aim of the Forsyth County
Historical Society are simple: to pre
serve the history of Forsyth County.
Yet to accomplish this goal, mem
bers find themselves engaged in a
variety of activities, some unexpect
ed. A “new” family cemetery is dis
covered; a historic structure is threat
ened and must be saved; an artifact
needs the restorative hand of an
expert; a student seeks help with a
histoty project; a speaker is needed; a
genealogy is donated. These are but a
few examples of the work of the
group.
Meeting on the first Tuesday of
each month, the Historical Society
offers a variety of programs, includ
ing presentations by local and region
al authors, veterans, preservationists,
historians, genealogists and others
who impart a knowledge of the coun
ty’s heritage.
The society is currently awaiting the
final progression of its co-nomination
- with the City of Cumming -of the
old Cumming School to the National
Register of Historic Places.
Submitted in June 1997, the nomi
nation has cleared each successive
hurdle, the last being the State
National Register Review Board.
When that group reformats the paper
work, the nomination will then be
sent to Washington, D.C., where the
final decision will be rendered.
Although the process is arduous, the
Historical Society is excited over the
GRAYSON from 25D
was surrounded with love and
support from her family, friends
and others in the community who
learned of her special needs,
Grayson did not survive the
surgery which was meant to repair
her heart.
Young Grayson was only 7
months old when she was taken
from this world.
But event in her short life,
Grayson left behind a unique
“gift” for challengeci children and
their families.
“She touched the hearts of many
individuals besides her family,”
said von Schmeling. “All children
need to be surrounded by a com
munity of people to care for them.
For children with disabilities, this
need is even greater, though often
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First Baptist Church
115 Church Street
770 887-2428
(One block north of the courthouse on Highway 9)
Sunday Worship & Bible Study
Worship
9:30 & 11:00 am
Bible Study for all ages
8:30 & 9:45 am
Loving Childcare and Exciting Children’s Worship
www.cummingfbc.org
prospect of having this Cumming
landmark placed in a position of
honor.
In other areas... recently completed
projects and activities of the organiza
tion include participation in the
Poole’s Mill Bridge dedication, die
preparation of a new World War II
veterans’ album, die publication of a
pictorial history of the county entitled
“Forsyth County: An Album from
i the Garland Bagley Collection,” as
i well as entries and exhibits in the
annual Fourth of July parade and the
Cumming Country Fair & Festival.
In addition to its other publications,
' the Historical Society sends a
genealogical magazine, “The Span,”
and a monthly newsletter to its mem
bers. Family group sheets are accept
i ed and published as space permits.
What is in the near future for the
society? Working with the City of
: Cumming on the restoration of
i Cumming Cemetery, completing the
painting of the bandstand, beginning a
I Historical Society photo album,
restoring courthouse cornerstone slabs
• and joining with the community in
: millennium celebrations are but a few
: of the activities in progress or on tap.
The Historical Society welcomes
• new members and invites those inter
: ested in history to join the group at its
5 monthly meetings. For further infor
mation, contact Annette Bramblett at
; (770) 887-8464 or Amanda Hamby
5 at (770) 887-4264.
overlooked by the community.
Children with disabilities need -
as all children do - to be an inte
gral part of their school, church,
neighborhood, families and
more.”
von Schmeling’s daughter, 4-
year-old Lily, was also bom with
Down Syndrome. She, too,
endured the corrective surgery,
but her needs were not as unique
as Grayson's. She now partici
pates in preschool at her church,
and enjoys life as other 4-year
olds who were not born with
Down Syndrome.
“It came easy for me,” Lori said.
“I had studied special education
and had a master’s degree. But
what I realized was that parents
who didn’t have that background
ARTS & COMMUNITY
Kollege of Knowledge: It’s icing on the (cup)cake
By Virginia Burke and Jewel
Palmer
Chapter #2386 AARP members
Chapter #2386 of the American
Association of Retired Persons
recently presented its annual
spring session of Kollege of
Knowledge. All seniors (50 years
and older) are welcome to learn
new skills, expand their knowl
edge, greet old friends and meet
many new ones.
Now in session, the six-week
program features a wide variety of
learning opportunities, from
watercolor painting to a brush-up
course in local history. Class
times are 10-11 a.m., 11:10 a.m.
to 12:10 p.m. and 1-2 p.m.
Classes are held at First Christian
Church, 1270 Sawnee Drive.
The fee for participation is sls,
which entitles the person to take
up to three classes. No reduction
is given if fewer than three classes
are taken. Last year, more than 80
students were served through the
program.
Special discounts are available
through Regions Bank, 515
Atlanta Road. A discount of $5
off the cost of classes is given to
anyone who registers at the bank.
Enrollment forms are available at
the bank and completed forms
may be left there with a check for
weren’t aware of all the programs
available to provide support.”
Lori met Tim and Nancy Perry,
Grayson’s parents, when Grayson
was less than a month old. Lori
had offered her support to the
couple as a fellow parent of a
child with Down Syndrome.
Shortly after deciding to incor
porate the supportive organiza
tion, Lori contacted the Perrys for
feedback on the plan to form the
group, which eventually was
named “Grayson’s Gift."
A wealth of opportunities are
possible for the families of special
needs children through Grayson’s
Gift Inc.
For more information about
Grayson’s Gift Inc., call (770)
844-0466.
payment. Although it’s now too
late to join the spring event, the
Kollege sponsors a similar routine
each fall. Watch the Forsyth
County News for further
announcements.
Several new classes have been
added to the Kollege’s program
beginning this spring. In addition,
the schedule features many old
favorites.
“Hello, Forsyth” highlights
places of interest in the fastest
growing county in the United
States. Learn about the Senior
Center, Sheriff’s Office, Lake
Lanier and local history.
“Experts on Call” features six
professors from Gainesville
College. Dr. Nesbitt, president of
Gainesville College, is speaking
on leadership. Five other profes
sors have come to discuss family
budgets, teamwork, health-related
fitness, backyard archeology and
the value of the theatre.
“Wills and Estates” are
explained by two well-known
attorneys. “Finance” is led by a
local financial planner as the
instructor.
“Cake Decorating”
includes demonstra
tions, and novice partic
ipants will learn
through hands-on expe
rience. The master
pieces can be taken
home with students.
Diane James, former
Sawnee Art Association
artist of the month at
the Sawnee Center,
instructs the watercolor
classes. All students -
beginner or advanced -
find something new in
her class.
Just in time for spring,
“Gardening” is headed
this year by master gar
dener John Manton.
“Craft Sampler” has
returned to the Kollege.
Peggy Gough and
Sherry Murden are pro-
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for Charity
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Norman s
Since |^ ins opened, they
have contributed over $130,756.90
back into the community.
Here are some of the local charities that have benefited.
Community tountsi
No Longer Bound Habitat for Humanity
Red Cross Cumming Care Center
March of Dimes Humane Society
United Way Hand Across Forsyth
Earth Day "98" United Way
Civitan Club The Place
Also, at Christmas the Employees of Norman's Landing Sponsored
two local families and provided Christmas gifts and food for the children.
365 Peachtree Parkway
Exit 13 and 400
770-886-0100
We Are Proud to be a port of Forsyth County
Recipients of the
Cumming/Forsyth Chamber of Commerce
J 998 Member of the Year Award
viding lessons in using pressed,
dried flowers for home decor.
Each student will make a keep
sake to take home. Anne
Singletary took on two classes
this spring on “surprise crafts,”
where the supplies are kept a
mystery until class begins. Party
Art of Cumming demonstrated
candy-making. Origami and
Japanese paper-folding will also
be featured in the craft depart
ment.
Can’t take good photographs?
Tom Brooks of the Forsyth
County News is showing us how.
He explains the basic workings of
a camera and how to successfully
take photos.
Hendon House owner Priscilla
House is inspiring students to feel
comfortable about drawing with
pencil.
I “For Your Health” is a popular
I class as well. Mena Portschy
leads the group in simple exercis
: es to make everyone feel ener
i gized. “Fun and Nutrition” with
i Debbie Wilburn will provide
: many hints and ideas on maintain-
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The AARP’s Kollege of Knowledge has added several new classes.
ing good health.
Long-term care is a concern for.
many. John Weaver has provided
many pointers on how to compare
the choices offered to senior citi
zens. Facilities at the new Baptist
North Hospital also are being dis
cussed.
For more information on the
AARP’s Kollege of Knowledge,
call (770)887-4211.
The Forsyth County Chapter
#2386 AARP meets the fourth
Friday of each month, from
January through October, with
different Fridays due to the holi
days in November and December.
Meetings are held at the Family
Life Center at First Baptist
Church, with business meetings at
11 a.m., catered light lunch for $4
per person at 11:30 a.m. and vari
ous programs following.
Everyone age 50 and above is
welcome to attend.
Virginia Burke is coordinator of
the Kollege of Knowledge pro
gram and Jewel Palmer is a past
president of Chapter #2386
AARP.