The Hinman Dental Society of Atlanta is the driving force behind the Hinman Dental Meeting. It is the premiere dental convention of the Southern United States. The convention is open to all dental professionals from dentists to periodontists, orthodontists and dental hygienists. The convention is held once a year at the Georgia World Congress Center and Omni Hotel. The first Hinman meeting dates back to 1911, when Dr. Thomas P. Hinman gathered fellow professionals with the intention of continuing dental education.
Cherokee County Historical Society maintains the county's archives, historical documents, photos and other artifacts. It has more than 400 members and offers local history tours and other educational opportunities. Stefanie Joyner is the executive director.
Keep Barrow Beautiful is a county organization that promotes quality of life through programs that address solid waste management, education surrounding natural resources, county beautification, stewardship and recycling. It is headed up by Shannon Navarre, whose office is located in the Barrow County Administration Building.
American Legion is a nationwide organization that works to support veterans and community programs. The local Post 264 holds monthly meetings and welcomes veterans from all branches of the armed forces. Some special events and programs include community service opportunities, holiday events, community celebrations, sponsorships, and more. Check the main site for details on the post or call to speak with a member about availability.
Owned by the Atlanta-based property company Fifth Street Management, Park Central Condominiums is a 397-unit building on Juniper Street between 12th and 13th streets. Park Central offers residents 24-hour concierge service. The block-long building also has a rooftop terrace, outdoor pool and heated indoor lap pool for residents.
Georgia Academy of Family Physicians (GAFP) is a professional medical association. It offers services for members including networking, continuing education, mentoring programs, newsletters and publications relevant to industry concerns, family practice support and more.
The YMCA Forsyth is in a new building to the back of Vickery Village, off of Post Road. It offers fitness equipment, personal training and classes for adults and children. You can work out with its free weights, strength machines, spin cycles, treadmills, treadwalkers, ellipticals or stair climbers. Classes are scheduled throughout the day and include yoga, spinning, step, Corepole and Zumba. The schedule changes every 6 to 8 weeks. Depending on the time of year, children can do gymnastics, soccer, swim lessons, or basketball. Child care is available in the mornings and late afternoons in a clean and friendly daycare to kids 6 weeks and up. After school care is also available for kids at Vickery Creek. There is a pool with lap lanes, a hot tub and sauna. Family dressing rooms are available.
