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ROSWELL, Ga. – A shooting in the wee hours of Sunday, March 6, left four victims with nonthreatening gunshot wounds in what Roswell police say was an ambush and robbery after an altercation earlier at a local lounge. A suspect, Jacob Weaver, 39, of Peachtree Corners, was arrested a short time later by Sandy Springs police. The Roswell Police Department was dispatched to the intersection of South Atlanta Street (Ga. 9) at King Street shortly after 4 a.m. to answer a report of multiple gunshots fired. Neighbors near the intersection heard the gunfire and called 911. When police arrived, they discovered that there were four people shot in the parking lot of 48 King St. The victims told the police that there was an altercation

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Pond Court, Alpharetta, was arrested Feb. 21 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Genia E. Johnson, 37, of Champions Club Drive, Milton, was arrested Feb. 19 on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Bryan Al Martinez, 57, of Marietta, was arrested Feb. 17 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI, failure to maintain lane and following too close. ►► Jason Lee Stover, 45, of Tucker, was arrested Jan. 15 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. ►► Justin M. Lankford, 28, of Coleman

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with a suspect earlier in the evening at the Moon Hookah Lounge at 890 Atlanta St. Management told the suspect to leave the establishment. The suspect apparently waited in the parking lot and followed the victims, who were driving a red van. The van with seven occupants pulled over into the parking lot and the suspect allegedly started shooting at them. Four of the people inside the van were hit. The injured were transported with injuries that were not life-threatening to North Fulton Hospital. Based on witness statements, a lookout was given to neighboring police jurisdictions. The suspect was subsequently found by Sandy Springs Police Department officers. Weaver has been charged with seven counts of aggravated assault and one count of armed robbery. He was transported to the Fulton County Jail. The injured are Dustin Charles Welch, 30, Tyler William Graves, 29, Skye Lisio, 37, and Tawnesha Harris, 40. Other victims on the scene but not injured were Catherine Rose Mago, 35, and Allie Bynum, 23. Alyse Orr, 27, was listed as uninjured but a robbery victim. Police said the investigation is ongoing.

Street, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI. ►► Lorena B. Portillo Guevara, 36, of Duluth, was arrested Feb. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI. ►► Joseph Yancy Till, 43, of Byers Road, Johns Creek, was arrested Feb. 19 on Parsons Road in Johns Creek for DUI, failure to maintain lane and failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. ►► Christopher J. Wiedeman, 47, of Tala Drive, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 19 on Nesbit Ferry Road in Johns Creek for DUI. ►► William Floyd Marry, 57, of Grimes Place, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 10 on Wooten Road in Roswell for DUI. ►► Nicolas James Franzen, 22, of Forrest Walk, Roswell, was arrested Feb. 13 on Woodstock Road in Roswell for DUI, following too close and failure to obey a traffic control device. ►► Lindsey Steien Everhart, 31,

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Is Laser Cataract Surgery Really Better? By Cameron Johnsoni, M.D.

In recent years there has been much publicity about laser–assisted cataract surgery. This surgery uses a laser to perform portions of the procedure. These include making small incisions, creating a round opening called a capsulorhexis on the front of the cataract, and breaking the lens into pieces which can be sucked out. These portions of the surgery are usually performed manually with surgical instruments.

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Using a laser allows these steps to be performed more precisely and to the same specifications every time. It has been predicted that by making the capsulorhexis with a laser, it may improve patient’s chances of not needing distance glasses after surgery due to the lens sitting in a more predictable location in the eye. Cataract & Refractive Surgeon

Also, when the laser is used to “soften” the lens up prior to removal, it takes less energy to remove the lens and this may result in less swelling of the eye and faster visual recovery. At this time, clinical trials have not yet proven laser cataract surgery to be superior to manual cataract surgery. One study did show less swelling and improved vision at 1 day and 1 week after surgery, but there was no difference in outcomes at 6 months. Most studies looking at the need for glasses after surgery have shown no difference in the percentage of patients dependent on glasses, although one showed a small improvement with laser surgery. Complication rates have been shown to be very low with both manual and laser cataract surgery, although there have been slightly higher rates reported with laser surgery. It is a testament to the great outcomes that are currently achieved with standard cataract surgery, that so far it has been difficult to prove that lasers are superior. More studies are needed to find the definitive answer to this question.

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Roswell mayor not out of woods yet Jere Wood gets 6-month court stay but proposed charter change bumpy By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appemmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. – It was a week of good news-bad news for Roswell Mayor Jere Wood, who is trying to avoid being forced from office over term limits. At a special called meeting Feb. 29 of the City Council, a quorum of three council members and the mayor voted to send an amended charter to Fulton County Legislative Delegation (made up of all state representatives and senators with at least one precinct in the city) that would start the clock on mayoral term limits at the end of Wood’s current term. The charter amendment also clarified that term limits start counting from the end of Wood’s current term and his past service would not count against him. “I am not saying I will run again, but I would like that option,” Wood said. “But I would not run for more than two terms going forward. That’s what I agreed to [in 2010].” But there has been a holdup of the legislation going forward. At least one member of the delegation, Chuck Martin, R-Alpharetta, said he had a concern with the 3-0 vote that passed the amended charter. “I would like to see a greater consensus than three votes. Also, I am concerned that it could appear the Fulton Delegation is simply intervening in a court case to help one individual,” Martin said. “Also, I find it odd that there were only three votes.” Martin says he viewed the videotape of the original City Council’s charter change discussion. The city maintains

the videotape shows the council’s intent at the time was to allow Wood to “start fresh.” Martin says the tape does not make that clear at all. “There is no smoking gun that says that was their intent,” MarWOOD tin said. The charter change must be passed unanimously by the Fulton Delegation for it to be considered by the full body of the state Legislature. Called bills of local legislation, all such bills from the various cities and counties of Georgia are voted on as one bill at the end of the legislative session. It is a courtesy that the members of the assembly show one another since the bills in their aggregate only affect local communities and are unanimously supported by the local legislative delegation. Meanwhile, Wood will not have to appear in Fulton Superior Court after Fulton Judge Craig L. Schwall reversed himself and decided to grant Wood a six-month discovery period he had requested before the trial can begin. Wood said he found it instructive that all of the votes on the charter and the subsequent charter changes have been unanimous among those voting. “I have one councilman who refuses to vote [Councilman Marcelo Zapatata has steadfastly abstained]; one councilman who has said he will be the next mayor but has not voted against the new charter [Councilman Kent Igleheart]; one councilman who had an excused absence at the last vote but

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supported the change in the past [Councilman Mike Palermo],” Wood said. “Council members Nancy Diamond, Don Horton and Jerry Orlans have always voted for it. Yet the Fulton Delegation MARTIN keeps coming back and saying it’s not enough. What I am waiting for is for them to say what will satisfy them.” Every time the council has made the revision requested by the Legislative Delegation, it has not been enough, Wood said. Yet Martin appears to be the one member of the delegation holding things up. “It looks like a majority of the City Council can’t do anything, and that just doesn’t make sense to me. Yet one member of the Fulton Delegation [Martin] can kill the whole thing. What the voters of the city of Roswell decided doesn’t seem to count for anything either.” Asked what he must do to satisfy the delegation, Wood said he can never get them to say exactly what they want. “They have continued to tell me what is the wrong form. But they have not said, ‘Do this and we’ll be satisfied.’ “Personally, I think they are just waiting for the clock to run out. I asked [state Rep.] Betty Price, and she said she would do all she could to help us. I hope she does,” Wood said. When the City Council amended the city charter in 2010 to create term limits for the office of mayor to three, it was “understood” that term limits would mean from point that going forward. However, it was not explicitly stated in the charter language. A lawsuit filed by Michael Litten, who has run for mayor against Wood in the past, seeks to have him disqualified under the current wording of the city charter. Wood has said before that he thought Litten was a frontman for others, but Litten has vehemently denied this. “I am not the frontman for anybody. I worked for Jere [Wood] in his first campaign. He said then he was only going to run for one term. But he said in 1997 when he took office, it would only be for that term. Now it is 2016 and he wants to stay in office,” Litten said. “I think the term limits ought to be imposed as stated. It would be good for the city to see what other leaders could do.”

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Roswell moves forward to smooth out interchange By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Tough work conditions are one thing, but maneuvering heavy equipment around 70,000 frustrated commuters every day is quite another. Work is expected to be completed this week on two major paving projects on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell, one of the busiest stretches of asphalt in the county. “It’s got to happen sometime, and that’s why we try to let people know, broadcast it far and wide,” said Steve Acenbrak, Roswell transportation director. Acenbrak acknowledged he had already received a number of phone calls as soon as resurfacing began March 2 on the eastbound and westbound lanes of Holcomb Bridge east of Ga. 400 to Old Alabama Road. Lane closures were constant, and traffic along the stretch was often snarled. The two projects, totaling about $3 million, are part of ongoing improvements and maintenance to increase safety and traffic flow near one of the busiest interchanges on Ga. 400.

Both projects are being managed by the Roswell Department of Transportation. The latest work includes resurface work on the half-mile stretch from the northbound Ga. 400 off-ramp, funded by Georgia Department of Transportation, and the westbound “true lane,” running from Old Alabama to Ga. 400, which is funded by the city at a cost of just over $1 million. Milling, which involves grinding up the old asphalt surface so the new layer of asphalt matches the elevation of the curb line, began last week. Paving work followed. The eastbound paving is part of a project to solve a problem that has led to numerous accidents along the stretch, Acenbrack said. The free flow of traffic running eastbound over the bridge has to accommodate a sizeable flow entering off of northbound Ga. 400. “Some of that traffic was continuing east, but a large volume of traffic was turning left onto Old Alabama Road,” Acenbrak said. “That was mixing up with the free flow of traffic that was exiting northbound Ga. 400 that also either wanted to go east on Holcomb Bridge or turn north on Old Alabama.

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Clayton Woods of Allied Paving scoops excess milled asphalt ahead of eastbound traffic on Holcomb Bridge Road near Old Alabama Road.

All that mixing, that merging and weaving, was causing accidents.” To mitigate the merging conditions, the city installed a traffic signal so that only one of those free flows would have priority. That signal will remain, but it will be mounted on a mast arm, and the span wire, which currently supports it, will be removed. Any paving project requires special planning, but this interchange is differ-

ent, Acenbrak said. “People don’t understand,” he said. “This is off-the-charts volume. It’s just a lot of cars going through there.” Roswell has long struggled with congestion at the interchange, which has come to serve as a barrier between east and west Roswell. These latest two projects include eliminating the “trap lane,” where eastbound traffic over the bridge often found itself in the left turn lane for Old Alabama Road. Engineers had to reconfigure the medians in the middle of the road in order to set the lines correctly. All the medians had to be reshaped and landscaped, work which began months ago. They also realigned the curb lines on the inside and outside of the road, and laid a third throughlane for westbound traffic. To pull off the paving project in one week’s time, Acenbrak said, depends on three elements: the contractor’s availability and the availability of his subcontractors; the weather; and the availability of materials. “All of that has to come together for everything to come out right,” Acenbrak said. “We’ve been managing this for months. The moon and the starts have to line up just right.”

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OPINION

Parent: Heroin does not respect age, sex, race or class I am the parent of a drug addict. I live in Johns Creek. You may be the parent of a drug addict too but not know it yet. I did not know it until it was painfully obvious. Then, the rest of my family did not believe it until I proved it to them. I am likely just like you. I make six figures, live in a nice house with a nice yard, more than two cars in the garage and driveway, I eat at the same restaurants as you do, I attend your church, shop at Kroger and Publix, get coffee at Starbucks, I take nice vacations, I socialize with many of you, and go see Eagles whenever they play at Verizon Amphitheater. So why did my kid become a drug addict. I don’t know. My other kids did not. What I do know (now) is that there is a surprising multitude of parents of drug addicts in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell and Milton. I see them every week at the various Al-Anon and similar meetings in this area. All are in distress. For those of you who don’t know (I didn’t) Al-Anon is the support group for family of alcoholics and drug addicts. The drug of choice in the high school and college age group is HEROIN. Surprised? I was. When I first suspected my kid was on drugs, I thought it might be Adderall (a drug commonly prescribed for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) abuse. HA! When we were in high school, only the hard core, drugged out hippies did heroin. Now, heroin is cheap, only $5. Compared to a $70-$80 oxy (kids call them “roxies”) you can see why they opt for heroin. And it is plentiful, very plentiful, even in these wonderful schools our kids attend(ed). And they (the addicts) say it produces a fabulous high. Heroin is unbelievably addictive. The only thing worse is meth. Try them once and you are hooked. Did you know that there is a Heroin Anonymous meeting every Sunday night that draws over 80 people, mostly young, in Roswell? I did not, but I do now. That is probably a lot more than attend your Sunday School class. So my advice to you parents who are not parents of drug addicts or don’t yet know that you are – learn, I mean really study and learn, about these

The drug of choice in the high school and college age group is heroin. Surprised? I was. drugs, their effect on your kid’s brains (it is immediate) and what are the indications that your kid is on drugs. I thought I’d recognize it easily. I did not. No one in my family did. Maybe it was because of the blinders that all parents wear so they don’t really see what their kid is really doing. And if you discover your kid is on drugs, take action immediately. Do not wait and hope it will go away (it won’t because your kid is addicted and you cannot control it). Take action means to put your kid in a treatment program, the best you can afford, as soon as possible, and get yourself in a treatment program so you can learn how to deal with all of this. Thankfully, programs for parents are virtually free through Al-Anon and Families Anonymous. You’d also be surprised how many of those meetings take place every week all over Alpharetta, JC, Roswell, and Milton. And finally, ask yourself what actions our schools are taking about this issue. I have heard virtually nothing from the schools. Maybe we should be hearing more than we are. –A Parent, North Fulton Ed. Note: If you are dealing with this issue and don’t know where to turn, a good place to start is The Hub Family Resource Center. 11075 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022 Phone: 678-615-2368 It is a nonprofit agency in North Fulton County connecting our families to our community’s resources. It’s goal is to provide a safe environment, free from stigma, where families can go and meet with a Resource Specialist who will assess their need and find well-researched, trusted resources.

Gov. Deal has ‘religious liberty’ dead to rights It looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, and Gov. Nathan Deal has pronounced “religious liberty” legislation a dead duck. Deal stood up to tell the ultra HATCHER HURD conservatives that Executive Editor hatcher@appenmediagroup.com a discrimination bill is still a discrimination bill no matter how prettily it is swathed in noble-sounding platitudes. He went on the record to say if such a religious freedom bill came to his desk he would not sign it. Bully for the governor to come forward to say he is not signing any kind of bill that allows discrimination under the guise of religious freedom. The legislation doesn’t specify whose freedom or which religion. But, as soon as those points are clarified, it becomes de facto discrimination. Today, the focus seems to be on anti-gay legislation. But, if allowed, it could be used for any discriminatory purpose. No, I don’t want to sell my house to “those people,” it offends my religion. No, you can’t get on my bus, it offends my religion. No, you can’t have a marriage license, it offends my religion. And, no, you can’t buy one of my cakes because you offend my religion. Where does it stop?

While the current legislation appears aimed at gay marriage, Deal said that issue has already been decided in the Supreme Court. As Deal said, we must “recognize that the world is changing around us.” It is changing. Where homosexuals were once jailed, now they can and do hold public office. The Christian Old Testament and New Testament are often at apparent odds. Shouldn’t anyone seeking God’s blessing be allowed to do so? Or do they have to pass some holy litmus test first? It is dangerous territory for us as a nation to start mixing religion and legislation. It is a slippery slope. For proof, you don’t have to look too hard at countries that do practice in law what they preach. Such legislation would also give national corporations pause before moving operations to Georgia. Business leaders say it is a road Georgia should not go down. I’m not saying we should pass legislation just because it is good business. But it certainly adds weight to the argument that this is bad legislation and bad for the economy. We have come too far as a country to use religion as a tool of discrimination. It might be time to heed some ageold words of wisdom and let he who is without sin cast the first stone.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR:

Applause for Wood’s MARTA support Having recently read Roswell Mayor Jere Wood’s opinion piece in the Appen newspaper, I would like to applaud his ongoing efforts to bring a positive position toward the proposed MARTA rail extension into North Fulton. It is extremely unfortunate that the measure was not considered as of last week whereby allowing voters to decide, and appears local politics took precedence over regional concerns. Now the citizens that could benefit the most will likely have to wait even longer for a mass transit option that should have been initiated over 10 years ago – not long after the Sandy Springs and North Springs stations were placed into service.

The big question that I, and perhaps every other interested constituent has is – What next? I think we can all agree there is no singular approach to resolving our mobility and traffic concerns, however, for every world-class city, rail is the core mode of a multi-modal transit system. I hope the momentum that was building over the last few months continues growing in spite of recent events. That includes potential distractions on the national level, and more civic and business leaders who can form a collective voice in demanding

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2016 Presidential Primary Results for Fulton County Precincts Democrat Candidates

Alpharetta Johns Creek Milton Roswell Sandy Springs

Hillary Clinton 2,211; (61%) 2,916; (62%) 1,094; (62%) 3,792; (57%) 4,892; (62%) 11,989

Bernie Sanders 1,408; (39%) 1,805; (38%) 669; (38%) 2,796; (42%) 2,927; (37%) 9,605

TOTAL 3,631 4,739 1,768 6,619 7,837 24,594

Republican Candidates

Ted Cruz Alpharetta 1,614; (18%) Johns Creek 1,992; (17%) Milton 1,614; (18%) Roswell 2,724; (17%) Sandy Springs 1,785; (13%) 9,729

Marco Rubio 3,572; (39%) 4,687; (40%) 3,566; (39%) 6,153; (38%) 6,184; (44%) 24,162

Donald Trump 2,629; (29%) 3,328; (29%) 2,623; (29%) 4,659; (29%) 3,379; (24%) 16,618

TOTAL 9,103 11,638 9,103 15,991 14,011 59,846

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Education legislation survives Crossover Day Bills on teacher evaluations, student assessments draw focus By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@appenmediagroup.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — In one of the earliest Crossover Days in recent memory, if ever, the Georgia Legislature reached the pivotal 30th day on Feb. 29, setting the legislative table for the remaining 10 days of the session. Bills that have not “crossed over” from one chamber to the other by day 30 are technically dead for this session. However, politics are always flexible, and some bills may be revived, or attached to other successful bills as amendments to find new life. While the expansion of MARTA and religious liberty bills seemed to garner much attention, a slew of education bills will be considered in the final days of the session, including changes to the oft-criticized teacher evaluations and student assessments. Lawmakers have targeted March 24 to end the session, freeing officehold-

ers to return to their districts to begin campaigning in earnest. Every seat in the House and Senate is up for re-election May 24, and fundraising cannot take place while the General Assembly is in session. So what legislation will likely impact classrooms in the near future? Here is a look at a number of education bills that have made the successful jump by Crossover Day and remain under consideration.

House Legislation HB 614 – Allows voluntary placement of video cameras in special education self-contained classrooms. HB 659 – Requires school districts to post financial information on school and district websites, including budgets, expenditures, cost of materials, salaries, maintenance, etc. HB 739 – Sets forth requirements for the posting of information on curriculum materials adopted by the state or local boards of education. HB 792 – Electroshock weapons – including but not limited to tasers and stun guns - can be carried/used by students or employees on public

While the expansion of MARTA and religious liberty bills seemed to garner much attention, a slew of education bills will be considered in the final days of the session... postsecondary campuses and in buildings with certain limitations. K-12 institutions are not included. HB 825 – “Protecting Military Children Act,” Would require the child welfare agency receiving any reported event of abuse by a military parent or guardian to also notify the Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program. HB 859 – Allows any license holder

to carry a concealed weapon when in any building or property owned/leased by institution of higher learning. Exceptions are in any buildings or property used for athletic sporting events or student housing, including fraternity and sorority houses. HB 870 (and SB 309) – High schools that receive state funding cannot participate in an athletic association which bans religious expression on the clothing of student athletes. Also bans state-funded schools from joining an athletic association which does not allow the school to play nonmember schools. HB 895 – Requires principals and finance directors of charter schools to take finance training annually. Training must include payroll, purchasing, government accounting, financial policies, internal controls and budgeting. HB 959 – Changes several provisions in the state’s education legislation (Title 20) by defining freedom of speech for board members (cannot prohibit from talking to constituents or media about nonconfidential issues); clarifies awarding of dual-credit diplomas; and exempts students with dual-credit

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Gwinnett Tech’s NF campus cuts ribbon(s) 95,000-s.f. building greets educators, politicians By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. – While the Gwinnett Technical College Alpharetta-North Fulton campus experienced a “soft opening” in January, admitting students a little early, the big celebration came March 4 with a ribbon cutting, cannons spouting confetti and the big brass welcoming everyone. The excitement surrounded the opening of the first of what will be three classroom buildings totaling 300,000 square feet on the campus on Old Milton Parkway directly across from Avalon. Once the project got the green light and the first earth was moved in March 2015, it took less than a year for the classroom doors to open. The campus is meant to address the needs of the North Fulton-Forsyth communities with technical training emphasized in the medical and technology fields. All who came to see the facility praised it as both a career start for the area’s young people and a huge economic development boost to the Ga. 400 corridor, especially the more than 900 technology businesses in the corridor. Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones, R-Milton, hailed the campus as simply transformational for the area. “It’s the biggest happening in my tenure in the Legislature,” Jones said. “And this is just phase one. It represents the future for a lot of young people who will be attending this cam-

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Gwinnett Technical College President Glen Cannon gives the opening remarks at the official opening of the school.

Inaugural education programs at AlpharettaNorth Fulton campus Gwinnett Technical College’s Alpharetta-North Fulton campus is on 25 acres at 2875 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, on the west side of Ga. 400. Initial program offerings were decided in consultation with North Fulton business and economic development leaders. Students choose from these areas: Computer Sciences • Computer programming, game development, cybersecurity, website design/development, networking specialist, data center specialist Business • Accounting, logistics, criminal justice technology, business management, marketing management, business technology, hotel, restaurant and tourism management Health and Life Sciences • Health care assistant (multiple concentrations: allied health, medical unit secretary, patient care), bioscience environmental lab tech, bioscience regulatory assurance tech, clinical researchp Education • Early childhood education Criminal Justice • Criminal justice technology General Education • Math, English pus.” State Sen. Brandon Beach, who also wore his Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce president’s hat, had lobbied hard for the facility for several years. He also sees the college as a double-edged sword that will provide the workforce needed for higher-paying careers while also directly meeting the needs of the companies that spill out from the axis of Ga. 400. “This gives us another tool in our toolbox for not only meeting the needs of our business community here but in attracting more companies to come here, especially the high-tech and medical industries,” Beach said. Gwinnett Technical College President Glen Cannon, Ph.D., noted the

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Officials each cut a ribbon (indoors) to officially open the 95,000-square-foot Gwinnett Technical College Alpharetta-North Fulton campus on Old Milton Parkway. school does what it sets out to do and does it well. “Workforce development is central to what we do at Gwinnett Tech. In this increasingly competitive world our economic strength – North Fulton’s economic strength – depends on the skills and education of the workforce,” Cannon said. He pointed to a Harvard University study that predicts that, by 2018, only 33 percent of all jobs will require a four-year degree. The overwhelming majority of jobs needed will be skilled jobs that require technical skills and training. “That’s practically tomorrow,” Cannon said. As Deputy Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia Matt Arthur quaintly put it, “This ain’t your daddy’s tech school.” Instead, it is a partnership with the community, he said. And the location could not have been better. The 700 students in class now will soon grow to nearly 3,000. The Technical College System of Georgia hands out 612 associate degrees. The next closest school in Georgia has only 133. “That tells you what we’re doing here,” said Arthur. “We’ve had a 27 percent increase in graduates over last year. Our students come here not just to get a job, but to find a career. “And with a career, they get a new life.” Gwinnett Tech’s leaders also had praise for the city of Alpharetta and its mayor and council. In lobbying for locating the school in the city, they pledged $4 million to put in the kitty to

In this increasingly competitive world our economic strength – North Fulton’s economic strength – depends on the skills and education of the workforce.” GLEN CANNON Gwinnett Tech College President add to the $25 million campus. Alpharetta Mayor David Belle Isle said the city could well have ridden out the past recession. Unemployment did not hit the city hard, nor did the housing market crash. “We could have slept better knowing we were better off than everywhere else. But this city has two times as many tech companies as Atlanta. But unemployment was not our big fear; it was the number of jobs going unfilled,” Belle Isle said. “We knew we wanted to lead the Southeast in technology, and the council answered. I went to them to ask for funding and they let me walk out with $4 million,” he said. Tech companies like to be around other tech companies. They breed synergies, Belle Isle said. It was a good investment for the city and for its residents.

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Frerking named young entrepreneur finalist JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Wesleyan student and Johns Creek resident Grant Frerking has been named a finalist for the Baylor Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The junior created Metro Atlanta Pine Straw and Mulch, LLC about two years ago when he and two friends started using a pickup truck to install pine straw and mulch for neighbors. The business has grown exponentially since. Frerking does his own invoices, hires his own workers and even has the attention of a larger business, Swift Straw, who uses Frerking as a subcontractor. Frerking maintains this business while also keeping good grades and playing football and basketball at Wesleyan School, a K-12 college preparatory school in Peachtree corners. The Baylor Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award is designed to recognize students who are currently in high school and who are running new ventures. Each student submitted information about their company to Baylor where a panel of judges reviewed each business. Frerking is the only Baylor finalists in the state of Georgia. The winners will be announced at a special ceremony in April 13, 2016.

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Pick my Brain: Brain health and wellness Over the next three months Appen Media Group is partnering with the Institute for Advanced Medical Research’s Dr. Angelo Sambunaris to shine a light on mental health. Dr. Sambunaris will explore how psychiatric illnesses affect individuals, families and the impact on our community as a whole. We are excited to introduce Dr. Sambunaris as he is one of the nation’s foremost experts in the area of mental health. Some say that although we live in a connected world, we do not communicate. We hear a lot these days about America’s need to have a conversation and while the term ANGELO SAMBUNARIS, M.D is probably overused (especially Director of the Institute for Advanced Medical Research given that we are in the midst of an election year) it seems to sum up our objective: we want to start a conversation. As a National Institute of Mental Health trained psychiatrist treating patients and conducting clinical research for over 20 years, I still find it amazing that there remains significant confusion surrounding mental health in our country. The first bit of confusion begins with the word mental or the term mental health. The medical model of diseases of the brain has been advancing for more than a decade. Today, a better way to describe this discipline is brain health which ultimately leads to brain wellness. Brain health is physical health and vice versa. As with any physical illness, a medical approach to brain disorders takes into account variables including biology (genetics), psychology (behavior) and social (environment) as disease-relatedness domains. We are just starting to fully understand the mind-body connection, but it seems clear that the two entities are interrelated: • The CDC reports that not addressing depression can increase a woman’s chances of having a stroke by almost 45 percent. • A study just released this month from Molecular Psychiatry demonstrates that the interaction between depression and metabolism is a risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. • A research team from the University of California and the University of Minnesota determined that depres-

Clinical research continues its quest to bring innovative treatment options to those individuals, families and communities that need support. sion is an independent predictor of diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes due to a decreased level of anti-oxidants in the system. Brain health issues are now at epidemic levels, causing a serious drain on national economies. Estimates from the World Health Organization reflect they cost $2.5 trillion in 2010 and that number is expected to grow to $6 trillion by 2030. More importantly, psychiatric illnesses affect quality of life in a very personal and individualized manner. Depression impacts quality of life including family life, social life, and work/school life. Treatments made available by clinical research bring solutions to those who struggle and lighten the burden of disease on the individual, their family, their community, and society as a whole. For now, we do the best we can with the treatment approaches we have and the medications available. But we need to do so much more. Clinical research continues its quest to bring innovative treatment options to those individuals, families and communities that need support. Please join me in the conversation. Email me with your questions at info@ IAmResearch.org. Angelo Sambunaris, M.D. is the Founder and Medical Director of the Institute for Advanced Medical Research and clinical faculty member at Mercer University’s School of Pharmacy. Dr. Sambunaris directed clinical research for Bayer and Solvay Pharmaceuticals and has led more than 200 neuropharmacological studies. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served as Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Public Health Service while completing his fellowship at NIMH. Learn more at www.IAMResearch.org

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Sawnee Arts Center opens New location provides easy access to local art By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The arts now have a new home in Forsyth County. On March 3, the Sawnee Association of Arts opened the Sawnee Arts Center, 2202 Canton highway, Suite 100, in the Main Interiors building. Hours are Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Carla Beasley, SAA president, said this is a milestone in the center’s history. “We are opening the Sawnee Arts

Center which is dedicated to the display, sale and education of the visual arts,” Beasley said. “We currently have the work of 70 of our members in our arts center. We envision this to be a place of beautiful art and unique handiwork and a place for people of all ages to find inspiration as well as instruction to fulfill their dreams.” SAA was founded in 1974 and has continued to serve the Forsyth County community as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that currently has over 100 members. The location was offered to the group by the owners of Main Street

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What’s a BeltLine? It’s oceanfront property in Atlanta If you are like me, the hoopla surrounding the Atlanta BeltLine seemed like a lot of fuss for a walking/ running/biking trail. But, after talking to the right folks and looking at it GEOFF SMITH up close, this thing Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com is clearly underfussed. Simply put, the BeltLine is a 22mile former rail line around the core of Atlanta that promises walking and biking trails — and one day, perhaps, a streetcar system. But what it currently does is it connects neighborhoods, parks and the entire Atlanta intown community. Pretty quickly, and without the hassle of cars and stoplights, you can bike from Piedmont Park to Inman Park, stopping at restaurants, shops and cafes along the way. It is a pretty incredible amenity for intown residents. But it is also a pretty incredible way of inventing redevelopment opportunities that may not have previously existed. Kevin Rathbun Steaks built a restaurant in an old cotton warehouse in anticipation of

The BeltLine is a fun ride and, from a development perspective, it’s a fun project to watch mature the BeltLine. Once that section of the BeltLine was completed, they added a 900-square-foot patio overlooking it. The larger opportunities, however, exist in the empty industrial facilities that sit along the old railroad. Some of those projects are underway and, to date, the BeltLine has seen almost $1 billion in private investment. I was fortunate enough to talk to Ryan Gravel, who thought this project up as his master’s thesis while a student at Georgia Tech. Today he is the design manager for the Atlanta BeltLine corridor as a senior urban designer for Perkins+Will. Gravel said the BeltLine is more than just a trail. Designers worked with the city to incorporate zoning and

development guidelines to create overlays so developers can streamline what otherwise would be long and drawn out variance applications. “It’s easy for developers now to buy big tracts of industrial land and get plans approved by the city,” Gravel said. As you can imagine, there are not many opportunities for large-scale projects in the desirable areas of intown Atlanta. So the BeltLine essentially created more desirable areas. There are several large industrial facilities located along the trail slated for redevelopment. Ponce City Market is one you should look up. The BeltLine is hardly complete and has a long way to go. And when projects like that have a long way to go, eyebrows are raised in question of where the money is going to come from. Well … money is no problem for Atlanta BeltLine Inc. They have an annual budget of $62.1 million, $21 million of which is already being generated by the tax allocation district Atlanta BeltLine Inc. created along the line’s route. So as more of the route is built, and as more businesses develop along the existing route, that revenue will grow exponentially. The administrative and operating

costs of Atlanta BeltLine Inc. are about $6.3 million a year, which means they have $14 million to spend on development and other capital improvements. Oh, and you ask where does the other $40 million come from? The Metro Atlanta Chamber and its very influential board of directors are fully behind this project. Cox Enterprises, Delta Air Lines, Porsche Cars of North America, Wells Fargo and other major corporations with offices in and around downtown Atlanta have donated millions of dollars to this project. They believe having amazing qualify of life will make it easier for them to recruit and maintain quality employees. The BeltLine is a fun ride and, from a development perspective, it’s a fun project to watch mature Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway. com; 770-674-1433. Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

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Yesterday’s history…tomorrow’s a mystery Do you spend a lot of time thinking about things that happened yesterday? Are you always daydreaming about what’s going to happen in the future? You can’t change what hapDICK JONES pened in the past, Founder & President Jones Simply Sales nor predict what will happen in the future. However, you can control what happens each and every day.

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Entertainment insider looks to launch credit union By Patrick Fox pat@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA, Ga. — Georgia may soon add another pitch to its claim as Entertainment Capital of the South. Aneesah Bray, a veteran of the music business, has launched a drive to establish an entertainment credit union in Atlanta. If successful, Backstage Entertainment Federal would become only the third credit union in the United States catering solely to customers within the industry. And Georgia is ripe for the venture, Bray said. Last year, the state pulled in over $6 billion from film alone. That’s to say nothing of the soaring music and recording industry that has been rocking Atlanta for the past two decades. Bray grew up in Los Angeles. Her dad is a saxophone player and her mother an accountant with CBS. “Coming from Los Angeles, there is a credit union set up for the entertainment industry, and the same is true for New York,” she said. “In Atlanta, we’re overdue for a financial facility that really cares about entertainment.” Bray’s start in entertainment began as a child. She played classical piano for 12 years. Then, at 19, music producer Chris Lighty brought her into the business and took her on tour. “He introduced me to Ice T, and I worked under him for a little while, then moved to Atlanta,” she said. “That’s where I met Bone Crusher and managed him throughout his career.” Bray, who currently serves as a manager in the music industry, said the idea of launching a credit union for the entertainment industry came to her after years of going on tour without handy access to a bank. “We were with a local bank here, but when we went on tour, we had no place to deposit our money,” she said. “This was prior to banks becoming national.” In 2005, as she and her artists were touring, she found they had no place to put the money they received after performances. She tried to affiliate with a national bank at that time, which worked well for a while until the bank was bought out. “I started researching credit unions in 2010 and have been going forward since then,” she said. Some of the basics in finance were already in her, growing up with an accountant mother. “She showed me what to do with money at a very early age, and I’ve run multiple businesses,” she said. As the idea progressed, Bray brought on others more familiar with the business of finance, but she wanted

Banks vs credit unions What’s the difference? Credit unions are cooperative financial entities where members pool their money to provide loans and other products. Membership in a credit union is limited to those qualified to join under the institution’s field of membership. Both banks and credit unions have deposits federally insured for up to $250,000 per depositor. Unlike banks, credit unions operate as nonprofit organizations in the United States. While there are slightly more credit unions than banks in the United States (about 7,700 credit unions to 6,320 banks), there is no comparison to assets. Navy Federal Credit Union in Virginia, the largest credit union in the United States with $66.8 billion in assets, would rank as about the 47th largest U.S. bank. Below is a comparison of failures among banks and credit unions during the past several years. Failures, 2012-2015 Banks 2012: 51; 2013: 24; 2014: 18; 2015: 8 Credit Unions 2012: 14; 2013: 18; 2014: 11; 2015:18 Sources: Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., National Credit Union Association

to keep the focus on the entertainment industry. “Credit union boards are filled with people who are specific to that business, not necessarily specific to finance, even though they will have s finance person on the board,” Bray said One thing she said she wants to do is use the credit union to educate those in the entertainment industry. There’s a need for entertainers to know what to do with their credit, how to build it, she said, and good coaching can mean the difference between an entertainer going broke and enjoying his or her success late in life. While Backstage Federal will be based in downtown Atlanta, Bray said she is looking to have full-service ATMs in Alpharetta, Buckhead, Lenox and in south Atlanta. Emme Wallis, business development coordinator for the local venture, said the institution will service only those in the entertainment industry — first-line entertainers such as actors, producers,

directors, singers, musicians. It will also service those in periphery professions that contribute to the industry, such as craft service people, hairdressers, makeup artists, even material suppliers. “There really is quite a market in Atlanta,” Wallis said. “There’s also a vested interest in keeping the momentum that the state has for the entertainment industry and growing the industry.” The credit union’s charter calls for servicing an area 25 miles out from downtown Atlanta. “What we have are these nondescript buildings that people don’t know are film or recording studios,” Wallis said. “And these exist in the city, north of the city, south of the city.” Because it has a federal charter, there is nothing prohibiting the credit union from expanding farther out in several years, Wallis said. “When you look at a potential membership, you’re really looking at everyone, from 9-5 employees working in corporate entertainment, the accountants, the attorneys, the business managers,” she said. “There’s really an amazingly broad scope of who is included in this charter.” Bray cleared her first hurdle for the charter last fall by having the field of membership approved by the National Credit Union Administration, the regulator agency created by Congress which oversees credit unions. Currently, the organizers are soliciting letters of support from entertainment companies. The next phase of federal authorization is to show that the community supports this concept, which is the focus this year, Wallis said. “They want to see that the Atlanta metro supports this idea, and that this is not just a great idea on paper,” she said. “Everyone who we’ve spoken to has been really excited.”

Credit union boards are filled with people who are specific to that business, not necessarily specific to finance, even though they will have s finance person on the board.” ANEESAH BRAY Backstage Entertainment Federal Wallis said one of the keys separating an entertainment credit union from a bank is that many people in entertainment work nontraditional hours in a nontraditional environment. Someone who works in film might work on four or five productions a year. “They’re making great money, and they’re working really hard,” Wallis said. “But, when they go to apply for a mortgage, (the lender) says ‘Well, you’ve had five different employers in the past year. That’s not a stable income stream.’” This makes it difficult to get through the usual milestones in life, buying a car, buying a home, Wallis said. “Something that basic, credit unions can take a different look at because they’re oriented toward their members, and we’ve got all these great people on our board who can speak to the industry,” Wallis said. “They can see that if someone worked on eight or nine productions over the past couple of years, they’ve got a great employment history. They’re a great credit risk.”

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Bomgar expanding in Johns Creek Secure access provider will create 25 new jobs JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Johns Creek Advantage, the economic development organization for the City of Johns Creek, announced today that Bomgar, a leader in secure access solutions, will expand, creating 25 jobs at its office in Johns Creek. “We are thrilled to expand our footprint in the City of Johns Creek,” said Bomgar CEO, Matt Dircks. “Accessibility to world-class talent, existing infrastructure in the region, and a supportive business community make Johns Creek the optimal choice for our continued growth.” Bomgar is a tech company that connects people and technology securely. It provides leading remote support and privileged access management solutions that strengthen security while increasing productivity. “The fact that Bomgar has chosen to retain and grow its operations in Johns Creek is a testament to the exceptional business climate and talent pool in our community,” said Johns Creek Advantage CEO Courtney Bernardi. Bomgar helps support and security pro-

fessionals improve business performance by through secure, controlled access to nearly any device or system, anywhere in the world. More than 10,000 organizations across 65 countries use Bomgar to deliver superior support services and manage access to valuable data and systems. The company at 11695 Johns Creek Parkway, will expand by 4,000-plus square feet. With this expansion, Bomgar will create more than 25 new jobs in addition to their 70 team members working in Johns Creek today. “The City Council and I are excited about Bomgar’s decision to increase its commitment in Johns Creek with this expansion,” said Mayor Mike Bodker. “Bomgar is a perfect fit for our community and we congratulate them on the success they have experienced since their arrival here in 2006.” Bomgar is recognized by industry analysts, professional associations and industry publications for its award-winning Secure Access Solutions, which have fundamentally changed how companies around the world access remote systems and devices. Bomgar is privately held with offices in Atlanta, Jackson, Washington D.C., Frankfurt, London, Paris, and Singapore. Visit Bomgar at www.bomgar.com, or on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

FINANCIAL:

Misra takes Million Dollar Round Table post JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek’s Arun Misra, Ph.D., was elected Georgia state chair for the Million Dollar Round Table membership communications committee. MDRT is a global, independent association of more than 43,000 of the world’s leading life insurance and financial services professionals from MISRA more than 500 companies in 67 countries. Misra was also elected as qualifying and life member of the organization.

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Pat Alessi – Salon 1580 awarded ‘Best of 2015’ by Kudzu ROSWELL, GA – Pat Alessi - Salon 1580 was named a Best of 2015 winner for Atlanta Beauty Salons & Hair Care on Kudzu.com, the leading source for local business information and consumer reviews. Salon 1580 is the only Roswell hair salon to have won this prestigious all three years in a row since the award’s inception.

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Appen Media Group announces promotions to staff ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Appen Media Group has announced staff changes for its Alpharetta-based news operation. Kathleen Sturgeon has been named Editor of the Forsyth Herald. Sturgeon was hired in October 2014 as a full-time reporter concentrating on Forsyth County. She also covers the government beat for the city of Milton. STURGEON Appen’s Business Editor Pat Fox has acquired new roles within the company. He will now be covering the government beat for the cities of Alpharetta and Roswell. Suzanne Pacey was named Publisher of Northside Woman. Pacey continues to FOX be a Graphic Designer for the company. Appen Media Group publishes the Alpharetta-Roswell Herald, the Milton Herald, the Johns Creek Herald and Forsyth Herald. It also publishes the monthly Northside Woman magazine PACEY and North Atlanta Business Post, as well as its quarterly Answer Books.

More than five million local businesses competed across 30 categories, and winners were awarded based on the highest number of votes and reviews from consumers received on Kudzu.com. For a full list of Best of 2015 winners, visit: www. kudzu.com/best.

LeasePlan USA welcomes new region sales VP ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Following LeasePlan N.V. Corporation’s recent milestone of 1.5 million vehicles managed globally, LeasePlan USA continues its track of internal growth with the addition of Melissa Cook as region sales vice president, national accounts, serving the Northwest and Midwest. Cook comes to LeasePlan with more than 15 years of professional experience in the fleet industry. Some of her past roles include account manager for Enterprise Fleet Management, and sales account executive for ADP Dealer Services. Most recently she worked as district sales manager for Supreme Corporation. For more information, go to www.us.leaseplan. com

Nominations sought for Alpharetta Business of the Year

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Rotary Club of Alpharetta is accepting nominations for Alpharetta Business of the Year. Community members are encouraged to nominate businesses that embody the Rotary motto

of “Service Above Self.” Nominated businesses should perform exemplary service in their fields while also giving back to the community. Awardees will be chosen in each of two categories: Company with less than 100 employees, and company with more than 100 employees. For more information, email Lee Doernberg at LDoernberg@ Liquidcapitalcorp.com

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The Honey Baked Ham Company names franchise operations head ALPHARETTA, Ga. — As part of its strategic imperative to open new franchise and company-owned stores across the country, The Honey Baked Ham Company LLC has named Horace L. Williams, a veteran of corporate transformations and franchise operations, as senior director of franchise operations. In his new assignment, Williams will oversee franchise operations and relationships for the HoneyBaked brand. He will report to Molly Kesmodel, HoneyBaked’s senior vice president for operations and development, at the company’s headquarters in Alpharetta. Williams joins HoneyBaked after three-years with Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits, where, as senior director of franchise operations, he served as a key strategist in the chain’s franchise field restructuring and also played a pivotal role in a special “Bojangles’ of the Future” project.

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JOHNS CREEK RESTAURANT WEEK The first Johns Creek Restaurant Week will feature special offers at 22 participating restaurants. March 14-20. Throughout Johns Creek. Download the Restaurant Week app at johnscreekadvantage.org

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EVENTS: BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW

What: The Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild will present their 34th Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show at historic Bulloch Hall, featuring around 200 quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout the antebellum home. When: Continues through March 13 Where: Bullock Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell More info: bhqg.org

FREE SPRING LAWN CARE CLASSES

What: The Fulton County Cooperative Extension and North Fulton Master Gardeners will classes on grasses: soil testing, fertilizing, week control, aerating and watering; information helpful even for those who use lawn services. When: In Roswell, Tuesday, March 8, 7- 8:30 pm. In Alpharetta, Wednesday, March 9, 7-8:30 pm. Where: Roswell classes: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road. Alpharetta classes: City of Alpharetta Engineering/Public Works Department, 1790 Hembree Road. More info: nfmg.net

PUBLIC INPUT MEETING FOR RIVER PARKS MASTER PLAN

What: The city of Roswell will host the last in a series of public input meetings for the River Parks Master Plan. When: Thursday, March 10, 7 p.m. Where: Roswell River Landing, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com/riverparks Alpharetta Police K-9 5K foot race What: K-9 officers and their dogs will join other runners and dogs for the Alpharetta Police K-9 5K foot race. A dogthemed party with dog adoptions, K-9 educational information and demonstrations will be held after the race. Proceeds will benefit the Alpharetta Police K-9 unit. When: March 12, 8 a.m. Where: Alpharetta Community Center, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta Cost: $25 to pre-register, $30 day-of registration. Visit Active.com to register.

More info: Contact Officer Mike Schulman at mschulman@alpharetta.ga.us.

ROSWELL READS LITERARY LUNCHEON

What: “What Stands in a Storm” by Kim Cross has been chosen for the 11th annual Roswell Reads community program. The award-winning author will join local residents for a luncheon and book discussion. When: Saturday, March 12, 11:30 a.m. Where: Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell More info: roswellreads.com

GEORGIA DAFFODIL SOCIETY SHOW IN ROSWELL

What: Kingfisher Hall at the Chattahoochee Nature Center will bask in the gold, yellow, white and pink glow of hundreds of daffodils as the Georgia Daffodil Society presents its annual show. When: Saturday, March 12, 1:30 – 5 p.m. Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell More info: chattnaturecenter.org

FAMILY FINANCIAL EDUCATION FORUM

What: Phi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. will host, “Power Up the Family through Financial Education,” covering budgeting, college planning, estate planning, home ownership and investing. When: Saturday, March 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: St. James United Methodist Church, 3000 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: 770-344-7402.

BECOMING A BETTER BIRDER

What: This class is a must for any new birder who feels somewhat overwhelmed by the skills of more advanced birders. Instruction will be offered on good techniques of birding in the field and choosing good optics, books and sound devices. When: Saturday, March 13, 1-3 p.m. Where: Atlanta Audubon Society, 4055

Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30342 Cost: $40 for Atlanta Audubon members, $50 for nonmembers. More info: atlantaaudubon.org

p.m. matinee March 20 Where: West Forsyth High School Auditorium, 4155 Drew Road, Cumming More info: studiowestproductions.org

HUMANE SOCIETY BABY SHOWER

AMERICAN CRAFT COUNCIL SHOW

What: The Humane Society of Forsyth County is “expecting” lots of new puppies and kittens. To prepare for the new arrivals, they will be holding their second annual HSFC Baby Shower. When: Sunday, March 13, 1-5 p.m. Where: HSFC Thrift Store, 168 Tri County Plaza, Cumming. Donations will also be collected at any Rucker Pet store, Petco in Cumming and at the HSFC Adoption Center, 4440 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming. More info: www3.forsythpets.org/wp

VEGETABLE GARDENING

What: Whether you are new to growing vegetables or are interested in learning how to increase your garden’s bounty, this class, conducted by The UGA Extension in Fulton County and the North Fulton Master Gardeners, is for you. When: In Roswell, Tuesday, March 15, 7- 8:30 pm. In Alpharetta, Wednesday, March 16, 7-8:30 pm. Where: Roswell classes: Bill Johnson Community Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road. Alpharetta classes: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza. More info: www.roswellgov.com; for Alpharetta, call 678-297-6200.

LUCK OF AVALON

What: The second annual Luck of Avalon will be an evening of Irish music, dancing and green beer. When: Wednesday, March 17, 4 p.m. Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta More info: experienceavalon.com

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: “PETER AND THE STARCATCHER” IN ROSWELL

What: In this Georgia Ensemble Theatre prequel to “Peter Pan,” you will be hooked from the moment you let your imagination take flight. A dozen actors play more than 100 unforgettable characters in this swashbuckling adventure. Fun for the whole family. When: Shows continue through March 13; times vary. Where: GET, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: Get.org

STUDIO WEST PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “THE LITTLE MERMAID”

What: Featuring a live orchestra, West Forsyth High School’s Studio West Productions will present the hit Broadway Disney musical, “The Little Mermaid.” When: Friday, March 11, through Sunday, March 20, 7:30 nightly with a 3

What: Featuring more than 225 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists presenting their handmade creations in jewelry, clothing, furniture and home décor, the American Craft Council Show draws nearly 10,000 visitors during the three-day event. When: Friday, March 11-Sunday, March 13, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Where: Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta More info: craftcouncil.org/Atlanta

SHAMROCKIN’ FOR A CURE

What: ShamRockin’ for a Cure returns to Alpharetta to rock your night with great food, amazing bands and dancing. Help cure cystic fibrosis with a night filled with music. When: Saturday, March 12, 7 p.m. Where: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $95 ($34 tax deductible) More info: Shamrockinforacure.com

FREE ATLANTA WIND SYMPHONY CONCERT

What: The Atlanta Wind Symphony concert will feature music for band, written by American composers. When: Saturday, March 12, 3 p.m. Where: Johns Creek High School Auditorium, 5575 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: Free More info: atlantawindsymphony.org

TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH FINE ART AUCTION

What: Works by such familiar artists as Agam, Alvar, Boulanger, Neiman, Ebgi, Chagall, Disney, Dali, Patricia and more at fantastic prices will be offered at a fine art auction. When: Saturday, March 12, 7-10 p.m. Where: Temple Beth Tikvah, 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell Cost: $18 in advance, $25 at the door More info: bethtikvah.com

THE MOS CHORUS WITH GEORGIA PHILHARMONIC

What: The Michael O’Neal Singers join forces with Georgia Philharmonic to perform some of the grandest music produced by Ludwig van Beethoven and Anton Bruckner. When: Sunday, March 13, 3 p.m. Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd. More info: mosingers.com/concert/beethoven-and-bruckner

ALPHARETTA HIGH SCHOOL’S “LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL”

What: Alpharetta High School’s Theater will come to life with the spring musical

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“Legally Blonde, The Musical.” When: March 17-20, times vary Where: Alpharetta High School, 3565 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta More info: alphatheatre.com

“YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN” BY MILTON THEATRE COMPANY

What: Come experience Milton High School’s dynamic, award-winning theater program as they present “Young Frankenstein,” based on Mel Brooks’ classic 1974 comedy masterpiece. When: March 17-19 and March 25-26 at 7 p.m. More info: miltontheatrecompany.com

ACTING TROUPE OF LAMBERT’S “THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE”

What: Come back to the Jazz Age and enjoy this high-spirited musical, “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” a perfectly constructed production of madcap merriment. When: March 17-19, times vary Where: Lambert High School Auditorium, 805 Nichols Road, Suwanee More info: atldrama.com/shows-andtickets/

SPEECH CRAFT: LEARNING THE ART OF PUBLIC SPEAKING

What: Develop the poise and confidence to feel comfortable speaking in front of others. Members of the Alpharetta Toastmasters chapter facilitate. Adults. When: Sundays, March 13 and 27, 2 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6735

INTRODUCTION TO CRAFTING SERIES What: For those who want to learn to sew, knit or crochet — or need a refresher course. Facilitated by Charlene Mitchell. When: Intro to Crocheting March 14; Intro to Knitting March 21, 5:30 p.m. both days Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 404-613-6735

WRITERS ON WRITING: KIMBERLY BROCK

What: Kimberly Brock, bestselling author of “The River Witch” and the recipient of the 2013 Georgia Author of the Year, kicks of the series by discussing how to find inspiration and what to do once it is found. When: Wednesday, March 16, 6 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Milton More info: 404-613-4402

PET ADOPTIONS: FORSYTH COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER SEDGWICK GALLERY SPRING ART SHOW

What: Three artists new to Sedgwick Gallery — Kimberly Bisger, Art McNaughton and Phyllis Sullivan — will be welcomed with a reception and show. When: Saturday, March 19, 7-10 p.m. Where: Sedgwick Gallery, 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta More info: sedgwickgallery.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: For a complete list of North Fulton events, go to afpls.org/events For a complete list of Forsyth events, go to forsythpl.org/eventCalendar/eventCalendar.aspx

JOHNS CREEK ART CENTER “TRY IT” CLASS: BEADING AND BRACELET MAKING

What: A beading and bracelet-making class or teens 15 and up through adults. When: Saturday, March 12, 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek More info: 770-360-8820

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What: Pet adoptions When: Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 4065 County Way, Forsyth County More info: 678-965-7185

FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m., PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE: 15TH ANNUAL PINK AFFAIR GALA

What: Benefiting the nonprofit TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, the event will include live and silent auctions, food, drinks and live music by the band Master piece. When: Saturday, March 12, 7 p.m. Where: Westin Atlanta Perimeter North, 7 Concourse Parkway, Atlanta More info: myturningpoint.org

Going for the gold at the Dahlonega Gold Museum Ever wonder what it would be like to strike it rich? Me, too. Maybe that’s why I enjoy panning for Georgia gold. Yes, there’s still gold in Georgia – and a great place STEVE HUDSON to learn about it Get Outside Georgia, Chattahoochee Media Group is the Dahlonega Gold Museum. The Dahlonega Gold Museum is housed in the original Lumpkin County courthouse building. Dating from 1836, this elegant red brick structure is the oldest courthouse in the state. It’s also the most “golden,” for its bricks were made from local clay which itself contains traces of gold. The museum does a great job of exploring the history of gold mining in Georgia, which began in the 1820s. Its exhibits look at just about every aspect of the Georgia gold rush. Among the many artifacts you’ll see is a “water giant” water cannon used to create high-pressure jets which literally washed away gold-bearing hillsides as eager miners looked for the precious yellow metal. Though that mining technique produced a lot of gold, it also devastated the landscape. Hydraulic mining scars remain in some areas even today. Also on display is a portable stamp mill which used massive iron hammers to crush hard rock ore. A working model of the mill sits next to the real thing to demonstrate how it operated. Other displays range from mining tools, antique scales and an iron crucible used to recover gold from mercury. Traces of gold are still visible in the bottom of the crucible. And don’t miss the “lucky gold pan” belonging to legendary prospector Bill Trammell. It was passed down and used by members of the Trammell family in the nearby Auraria area for more than 100 years. Of course, no gold museum is complete without gold – and the Dahlonega Gold Museum has that, too. The museum’s mineral display

features several specimens of ore laced with visible gold; in the adjoining room, a safe displays a remarkable 5-ounce nugget found in one of the area mines. Also in the safe is a complete set of the gold coins minted during the middle years of the 19th century at the U.S. Branch Mint in Dahlonega. Yes, there really was a branch mint in Dahlonega; it was located on the site of what is now the University of North Georgia’s Price Memorial Hall. The mint produced gold coins valued at more than $6 million (in mid-1800s dollars) before it closed in 1861. Before you leave, be sure to catch the video on Georgia gold. This exceptionally well-done presentation provides a great overview of Georgia gold. Note that the video theater and some exhibits are on the second floor of the museum. Since National Register of Historic Places guidelines prevent the addition of an elevator, those second-floor exhibits are not wheelchair accessible. I’ll bet that a visit to this treasure of a museum will whet your appetite for doing some prospecting of your own. Are there places where you can actually find gold yourself? Indeed there are – and we’ll be looking at some of them in the weeks to come! The Dahlonega Gold Museum is open Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m. till 5 p.m. Admission is charged. It’s closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Steve Hudson has written numerous books on travel and outdoor recreation, including his just-published PROSPECTING FOR GEORGIA GOLD, your guide to prospecting for gold in the mountains and streams of Georgia. It’s available at www.chattahoocheemedia. com and from many outfitters and book shops.

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Parents want to know the experiences they choose for their kids will help them develop the range of social skills, moral character and practical tools necessary for success in an ever challenging world. opportunity for campers to see some of what to expect from their Strong Rock experience. After a short tour, families can grab a snack and head off to enjoy activities. Campers will get to meet some of the staff and parents have the opportunity to spend time with the directors. The camp is conveniently located just 1.5hrs northeast of Atlanta in Cleveland, GA. For more information, please visit www.strongrockcamp. com or call Rebecca at (706) 348-1533. Come see why at Strong Rock everyone is family.

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Girls just want to have fun! As Camp Juliette Low (CJL) celebrates its 94th camping season, we invite you to join us for summer fun and outdoor adventure in this time-honored, residential summer camp program for girls ages 7-17. CJL provides girls with exciting outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, promote teamwork, and develop leadership skills. Through work and play, CJL campers learn to enjoy and appreciate the out-of-doors, gain responsibility for self and for others, and make friendships that last a lifetime. CJL is all about the outdoors! CJL campers live in platform tents and enjoy activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation, including canoeing, archery, horseback riding, swimming, sailing, kayaking, climbing wall, ropes course, crafts, pottery, drama, singing, hiking, backpacking, and camp craft skills such as wood chopping, knot tying, and outdoor cooking. CJL was founded in 1922 by Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts. From the beginning, Camp Juliette Low was a place for

girls and young women to develop confidence and prepare for leadership responsibilities. CJL, which has operated independently from the Girls Scouts since 1938, now encompasses more than 330 acres of beautiful mountaintop forestland. The historic Juliette Low Lodge, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, has been the hub of camp life since our first summer in 1922, and remains a testament to the camp’s history and traditions. CJL has it all: outdoor adventure, unchanging beauty, and timeless traditions. Most of all, CJL has great people— caring, experienced staff members who return year after year, and friendly, downto-earth campers who love to learn and have fun! CJL is located on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, and is fully accredited by the American Camp Association. For more information or to register online, please visit our website: www.CJL. org. Preparing Girls for Confident Living and Leadership Since 1922.

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Much more than just ‘horsing around!’ Magnolia Farm Offering boys and girls a summer of joy, wonder and fun exploring the barnyard with its farm animals and horses, pastures, garden, woods and stream at our farm! Our farm animals include two donkeys, Eore and Bella, two pigs, Wilbur and Babe (brothers), five goats that love to be brushed, two very shy sheep and perhaps a few new animals this summer! Our Mission: To develop camper’s confidence, communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking; connection with the out of doors and spiritual growth. Activities may include archery, arts and crafts, board and field games, camp songs, creek stomping, devotionals, farm animal care, fort building, gardening, horseback riding, nature journal and study, puppetry, science, skits, and more! Campers spend one morning learning horseback riding and care. Additional riding lessons are available daily before/after camp for a fee. Our Director has years of experience teaching and directing summer camps. Our counselors love to inspire campers, and are teachers or college students when not at camp. Our staff is carefully chosen for their warmth, knowledge and enthusiasm. All receive training, CPR certification, and background checks. Campers must be at least five & entering grades K-5; LIT grades 6-8; CIT grades 11-12. Babysitter Certification for LIT & CIT during certain weeks! Spring Camp: April 4 to 8 (sorry,

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MAGNOLIA FARM Offering boys and girls a summer of joy, wonder & fun on the farm!

no bus); Summer Camp: June 6 to July 29, (No camp 7/4.) Campers bring their lunch. Hours: 9 AM to 3:15 PM. Before/After Care 7:30 AM to 6 PM for a fee. Bus/van transportation rotates weekly to many locations, including Alpharetta, Dunwoody, John’s Creek, Roswell, & Sandy Springs. Register Online Today! www.campmagnolia.com 770.337.4785. Also Birthdays & Lessons in Riding, Archery, Art & Gardening! Field Trips for Schools & Scout groups. Alpharetta.

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Redefine your summer at Baylor School’s camp walkabout! It’s summer and it’s time to put down the books. The question is, what should you pick up? This summer, make it a map, a paddle board, a kayak, and a whole new set of experiences with Baylor School’s Camp Walkabout for kids 11 to 14-years-old. Our 690-acre campus is located on a river adjacent to a lake at the foot of three mountains. And, of course, Chattanooga is one of the Southeast’s premiere adventure destinations. Our campers get to kayak and canoe on the Chattooga River, paddleboard in the Tennessee River Gorge, rock climb on the Cumberland Plateau, hike through Cloudland Canyon, and sleep under the southern stars. And it’s only two hours from Atlanta!

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• Session 1: June 12 - 24, 2016 • Session 2: July 3 - 15, 2016 Baylor sophomore Miles Marks, a Baylor School boarding student from Atlanta, has always enjoyed the outdoors, mainly fishing and hunting. Two summers ago, he introduced himself to outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, rappelling, and climbing at Baylor’s Camp Walkabout and it was love at first sight. “It was a great introduction. I loved all of it,” says Miles. So this summer, come enjoy one of the Southeast’s premier adventure destinations -- no previous outdoor experience is necessary, just an adventurous spirit, an enthusiastic attitude, and a willingness to try new things and make new friends. Learn more at baylorschool.org/campwalkabout Facebook: facebook.com/campwalkaboutbaylor Instagram & Twitter: @campwalkaboutbaylor

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Summer fun, friendships & memories galore! At MJCCA Summer Day Camps, a sensational Surrounded by spectacular Lake Thompson, Kohut’s 100 acres of lush woods and fields offer a magnificent setting for our comprehensive and spirited 4-week brother-sister program, designed to create lifelong friendships, skills and memories. We are genuinely focused on the individual needs of our campers, and passionate about creating a close camp community based on values of respect, kindness, self-improvement, teamwork and tolerance in an atmosphere of warmth and fun. We have an excellent program that combines structure with choice. Campers have the opportunity to choose from over 50 different on-camp activities, which they select for a one

week block of time. Off-camp trips to parts of beautiful Maine and fun allcamp Special Events complement our regular schedule and provide Kohut campers with a fun, well-rounded program. All of this is made possible by an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated team of Directors and Kamp Kohut Staff committed to providing character and skill development though high quality activity instruction, a kind and comfortable bunk environment, and a safe and wholesome setting for children. Energized by fresh air, fun activities and long-lasting friendships, a summer at Kamp Kohut is the perfect opportunity for enrichment and growth.

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My Clayground Art Camps. 12050 Etris Rd. #E130, Roswell, GA 30075. T-(770)-998-2983 E- info@myclayground.com W- www.myclayground. com. Your kids will love our fun-filled art camps where they will explore their creative side by working with a variety of different art mediums, including, clay sculpting, pottery painting, canvas painting, glass fusing and mosaics. We offer weekly Summer Art Camps plus Winter Break and Spring Break Art Camps. Camps are for ages 7 and up, Monday-Friday from 9am-12noon and cost $220pp. Sibling and Multiple Camp discounts available. SAVE by booking Summer Camp before March 31st and pay only $195 per week. BOOK EARLY- Camps fill up fast. Come Play at My Clayground!

Cheerleading Roswell High School Varsity Cheerleading Hosts Cheer Mini-Camp August 1-4. They will receive Tee Shirts and learn cheers, chants and dances that the cheerleaders use to cheer on our Hornets as well as make spirit items and posters to support the team. The camp will be August 1st-4th for rising K-5. Cost is $125 per camper. It will be held at Roswell High School in the cafeteria from 9am-12:30pm daily Monday-Thursday and ending Friday night at Meet The HORNETS Night with the Varsity Cheerleaders to showcase all they have learned. To register, go to https://roswellhornetcheer.shutterfly. com/register

Dance FootNotes Dance & Acrobatics Studio Weekly Summer Programs. Ages 3-5 Twinkle Toes Camp M-F 9:30-12:30 June 27-July 1 July 11-15 Tuition $149/week. Ages 6-18 Tumble Tech & Conditioning Beg-Adv. Levels June 27-July 1 July 11-15 Tuition $99/week.

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Ages 6-18 Raise The Barre Summer Dance Intensive Beg-Adv Levels July 25-29 Tuition $299. For more information or to register, please visit www.footnotesdance.net or call 770-992-5026.

General Magnolia Farm Offering boys and girls a summer of joy, wonder & fun on the farm! Activities may include archery, art, board & field games, camp songs, creek stomping, devotionals, farm animal care, fort building, gardening, horseback riding, nature journal and study, puppetry, science, skits, & more! Campers must be at least five & entering grades K-5; LIT grades 6-8; CIT grades 11-12. Spring Camp: 4/4 to 4/8; Summer Camp: 6/6 to 7/29, (No camp 7/4.) Campers bring their lunch. 9 AM to 3:15 PM. Before/After Care 7:30 AM to 6 PM (fee.) Bus/van transportation to many locations. Register Online Today! www.campmagnolia. com 770.337.4785. Also Birthdays & Lessons! Alpharetta

ation and junk instrument painting. The last day of camp includes an ice cream party and final camp concert. Register: www.vivacecamps.com Jay Hutcherson, Director director@vivacecamps.com, 678278-9210

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Join our Kids ‘R’ Kids Summer Games that provide a global view of Rio 2016™ Olympic Games, where campers will experience an interactive peek inside participating countries’ cultures, customs, cuisine and more. Add to that our own unique twist on the games themselves, and campers will experience 10 fabulous weeks of FUN! Our Summer begins in Ancient Greece where the games originated and continues to transport campers throughout the summer, all across the country with virtual stops all along Europe and Asia! From Beijing to Big Ben, we’ve got it all! Enroll today! Find our convenient locations on www.kidsrkidsatlanta.com

Learn the art of debate and public speaking. Multiple programs are available. For Middle-School students, June 6-10, 2016 at Pace Academy, Atlanta; http://www.paceacademy.org/ Page/Programs/Summer-Programs/ Specialty-Camps. June 13-17, 2016 at High Meadows School, Roswell; https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XS7iG0EN0YF5IwanUZar5msWcjGME76xLPQD-uMmlM/viewform. For High School at Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, June 5-18, 2016, Public Speaking and Social Justice (for students interested in communication skills and advocating for social justice in noncompetitive forums). June 5-18, 2016, Policy Debate (for students interested in competing in high school policy debate). June 19-29, 2016, Public Forum (for students interested in competing in high school public forum debate) http://www.emory.edu/BF/institutes/High_School_ENDI/index.html.

Overnight Camps

Horse Willow South Riding School, Celebrating 16 years of excellence in riding! Johns Creek location with INDOOR ARENA. We offer all levels of instruction. Ages 5-12. 9am-1pm. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. For the true horse enthusiast! www.willowsouth.com. $375 includes camp shirt and horse show! Send email to willowsouth@gmail.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20—24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18 -22, July 25-29

Music Come join us for our 9th annual Vivace Middle School Band Camp. This camp is for 5th through 8th grade students, first year all the way to All-State caliber, who want to improve playing skills with a variety of activities including concert band, jazz band/improvisation, music composition, and woodwind ensemble. Instructors are certified band directors and professional musicians who are some of the best in the area. New friendships will develop by participating not only in instrumental music activities, but also during recre-

Soccer Soccer Camps at Emory University Boys Camps Eagle Full Day Camps - June 13-17 and June 20-24 for boys ages 7-14, extended care available. Eagle Elite Residential/Commuter Camp - July 8-10 for boys ages 15-18 Info available at www.eagleboyssoccercamps.com or contact: Sonny Travis Emory Men’s Head Soccer Coach, 404-727-0597. sonny.travis@emory.edu Day Camp each week $325 includes lunch. Girls Camps Full Day Camps for girls 7-14 years. June 6-10, $335 includes lunch/ July 5-8, $275 includes lunch Extended care available. Elite Residential camp July 15-17 for girls ages 14-18 years, $385 Info available at www.suepatbergsoccercamp.com or contact: Sue Patberg, Emory Women’s Head Soccer Coach, 404-727-2839. spatber@emory. edu Camps traditionally fill up so sign up early!

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Adventure & Travel Since 1984, Deer Hill Expeditions has run summer adventure camp programs that include backpacking, rock climbing, river-rafting and working on community service projects with Native American families. Summer expeditions are available for boys and girls ages 13 – 18 in the canyons, rivers and mountains of the American Southwest. Deer Hill Expeditions also offers a program for 15-17 year-olds in Costa Rica. Expeditions are 19 to 25 days long and combine elements of wilderness adventure and community service. Read descriptions of our programs, see photos and watch videos, and apply online at www.deerhillexpeditions.com. You may also give us a call at 970-533-7492 to learn more about our programs.

Georgia Camp Juliette Low (CJL) provides girls with exciting, outdoor experiences that foster self-confidence, promote teamwork, and develop leadership skills. Through work and play, campers learn to enjoy and appreciate the outdoors, gain responsibility for self and for others, and make life-long friend-

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ships. CJL campers live in platform tents and enjoy activities that emphasize outdoor living skills and recreation. CJL was established by Juliette Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, but operates independently and is open to all girls. Located on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, CJL is a residential summer camp for girls ages 7-17, offering one and two-week sessions. Preparing Girls for Confident Living and Leadership Since 1922. www.CJL.org Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mtn in NW GA is a traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6–14. Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high-ropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more! Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories. Our deep-seeded traditions, close family atmosphere and caring counselors make campers feel secure, welcome & reassured! Counselors are college-age and live in the cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to first-time campers. Come tour the camp at our Open House May 15, 2016 from 2-5 pm. 423-472-6070 or go to www.campwoodmont.com Strong Rock Camp is a place our campers call “home” and everyone is

family. A co-ed Christian camp in the northeast Georgia mountains offering 6-day mini and 13-day main sessions for grades 1-10. Our mature, talented, and service-oriented staff are the role models parents, and especially campers, are looking for. Unconditional love and acceptance help every camper belong. We build confident and independent kids through a wide range of activities, including horseback riding, archery, riflery, canoeing, climbing, swimming, outdoor living skills, super science, dance, drama, art and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rocketry. Located in Cleveland, Georgia, 1.5hrs from Atlanta and 20 min from 400. 706-348-1533. www. strongrockcamp.com.

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most respected summer Performing and Fine Arts camp, for boys and girls 8-16 from all over the world. Our campers love their 100% fully customizable schedules. They get to decide what to do when so they are always focusing on activities they love. We offer world class Theater, Music, Fine Arts, Circus Arts, Rock Bands, Film, Dance and fun sports and water fun. Our lake side Adirondack location is spectacular and our warm friendly non competitive spirit means every camp makes friend, become better artist or performers and grow in self-confidence. Welcome to Long Lake Camp for the Arts.

Special Needs Camp Oasis is for children grades 3-12 that have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Camp Oasis is hosted at Camp Will-A-Way in Winder, GA and will be June 19-June 24. Registration is available online at http:// www.ccfa.org/get-involved/camp-oasis/ Contact Mary Esna-Ashari at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America at mball@ccfa.org or 404-982-0616 for more information.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Spring Colors: Colored Pencil art exhibit returns Johns Creek Arts Center, Colored Pencil Society collaborate for 3rd annual exhibition March 19-April 4 By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The artists’ mastery of color, light, shape and form are exquisitely displayed at the Johns Creek Arts Center and their work is all the more amazing when visitors are told the works are all wrought with the colored pencil. JCAC’s third – and what must now be called annual – colored pencil exhibition in collaboration with the Colored Pencil Society – Atlanta Chapter will run March 19 through April 4. A special bonus will be the opening reception Saturday, March 19, from 6-8 p.m. where the public is invited to mix and mingle with the artists. JCAC Executive Director Stuart Miller said the opportunity to talk with the artists and hear them discuss their work is a rare opportunity. “At any colored pencil art exhibit, the visitors are fascinated by it. So to have the chance to discuss the art with the artists is something I am looking forward to,” Miller said. Debra Yuan, former Atlanta chapter

This is called “Double Rainbow Sand Haulers,” by Nancy Guerine. You can almost feel the sand between your toes looking at it.

If you go What: Spring Colors Colored Pencil Society of America/ Atlanta Juried Exhibit & Reception When: Saturday, March 19, 6-8 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Arts Center Cost: Free and open to the public president of the Colored Pencil Society of America, is also a teacher at JCAC. She calls it “an incredible medium.” And the work presented at the exhibition is museum-quality work. “People do not expect to see the photographic realism these artists can achieve with their art,” Yuan said in a 2013 interview. It takes amazing patience to work drawing a series of lines to create an image.” These pencil artists often prefer the medium because it is nontoxic and extremely portable. You can take your pencils anywhere and sit down to begin to draw. While they often work on sanded paper – its texture holds more of the lead – you can find pencil art on almost any medium. It is often used on seashells, sand dollars and clam and oyster shells at the beach. But pencil art is no gimmick. It can be used with great subtlety or with vivid realism. Pencil art also allows fine attention to detail, and for that reason the artists often work from photographs since they may pore over their canvas for weeks and even months. They don’t have the luxury of long brush strokes. “It takes so long to complete a drawing that you can’t find many subjects that won’t move or change in some way,” Yuan said. That fine detail is what Yuan loves about pencil art. But seeing is believing. Viewing hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Senate Legislation SB 275 – Prohibits any local governing body, including local boards, from having any policy that prevents the members of that body from exercising of their right to free speech or from discussing freely the policies and actions of the body. SB 312 – Establishes a minimum award for HOPE scholarships to not less than $2,000.00 per semester or less than $134.00 per credit hour. SB 328 – Prohibits disruptive students from being assigned to an alternative school for more than two semesters except in the case of serious offenses such as physical assault or bullying. Also allows students to return to their home school in the time stated if they have behaved acceptably while in the program. SB 355 – Reduces impact of student growth on teacher evaluations. Allows students to opt out of state-mandated assessments if they meet guidelines for cognitively disabled students; have a life-threatening or serious health condition; or an order is issued by a licensed therapist or physician. Prevents any punitive actions by the school district, requires an educational setting for those children who refuse testing, and allows for paper-and-pencil testing on any standardized test by request. SB 357 – Clarifies that school board members do represent parents and other constituents and prohibits a code of ethics or conduct from interfering with a member’s right to free speech SB 364 – Makes changes to the teacher and administrator evaluations and assessment system.

HB 816 – The “Georgia Student Religious Liberties Act of 2016.” Allows voluntary student expression of religious viewpoints in public schools. SB 284 – The “First Amendment Defense Act of Georgia.” Prohibits nonprofit organizations from being penalized because they believe “marriage is or should be recognized as the union of one man and one woman.” HB 740 – Creates an income tax credit of $15,000 over five years to someone who purchases a home that qualifies for a homestead exemption in the attendance zone of a low-performing school. HB 744 – Revises the criminal code to make it a sexual assault if any employee of a school engages in sexual conduct with an individual they knew or should have known is enrolled at the same school. HB 814 – Authorizes the Department of Education to provide a unique identifier for students from military families so their data can be disaggregated HB 848 – Would establish the Blue Star Family Scholarship Program for children of military service members. HB 861 – Creates an income tax credit up to $1,000 for homeschooling expenses. HB 864 – Expands the definition of eligible postsecondary institution for the Move On When Ready program. SB 281 – Requires schools to provide information to students and parents before using any digital learning platform SB 287 – Requires a separate homeroom be offered for at-risk students

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SPORTS

St. Francis girls repeat as Class A state champions Win third title in four years By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com MACON, Ga. — The Lady Knights of St. Francis continued their dynasty, capturing their third state championship in four years and second consecutive state championship last Saturday with a 63-37 win over Greenforest. With the win, St. Francis ended Greenforest’s previously undefeated season while St. Francis improved to 31-1 overall, their only loss coming to nationally ranked Forestville (Maryland). Head Coach Aisha Kennedy, who has a 108-16 record with three state tiles in four years at St. Francis, said she was extremely proud of her team. “It means a lot to be able to go backto-back, something that a lot of teams are unable to do. They got it done. It’s very special for our seniors to be able to go out back-to-back champions,” said Kennedy. From the outset of the season, Ken-

nedy said she was confident her team could repeat as state champions due to their hard work and determination. On their way to the state title, St. Francis averaged a 39-point margin of victory in their four playoff games, including the state championship against Greenforest. Maya Dodson led the Lady Knights in scoring with 22 points, followed by Jala Jordan with 14 and Taja Cummings with 13. Many of Dodson’s points came from second-chance opportunities after she gathered in rebounds. Dodson gathered in five of her six rebounds in the offensive zone. Dodson also had four blocks and two steals. Cummings had an impressive game for the Lady Knights in finding and creating lanes to the hoop. “I thought Cummings had a great game. She has had a fantastic postseason. I had her work on the one-on-ones and getting to the basket and she really executed that well today. Jala with her rebounding, efficiency around the rim and her shooting really worked out well for us. We worked with Jala and Maya throughout the season on getting to the rim and creating plays for us and they

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executed that very well today.” St. Francis’ offense got off to a slow start, something Kennedy has worked with her team to avoid, but compiled a 7-0 run, ending the first with a 14-6 lead. Both teams would pick up the pace

in the second quarter, which played to the advantage of St. Francis. Dodson would score twice in transition, and Cummings would add 4 points to continue the St. Francis run. Carried over from the first quarter, St. Francis would compile a 21-5 run to lead 28-11 in the final minutes of the second quarter. St. Francis’ defense also kept Greenforest out of the paint, which Kennedy said was a part of their defensive game plan. As she said, “I think they are a very good team and we definitely wanted to keep them out of the paint and make them shoot jump shots and the 3 ball and we did a good job of that today.” Cummings would score a layup and Nichel Tampa forced a steal to end the second quarter with the Lady Knights leading 30-15. Tampa had three steals in the game. Jordan opened the second quarter making an offensive impact, scoring 6 as St. Francis opened the third quarter on an 8-2 run and would extend their lead to as much as 23 points. However, Greenforest would keep fighting, ending the third on a 7-0 run, but would still trail by 18, 44-26. The Eagles would continue their

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Greenforest denies St. Francis boys three-peat Knights fall 7866 in Class A state championship game By JOE PARKER news@appenmediagroup.com MACON, Ga. — The St. Francis Knights were unable to capture their third consecutive Class A state title last Saturday, losing 78-66 to the Eagles of Greenforest in a fouling frenzy of a game that would see six players foul out. With the win, the Eagles were able to get revenge for their 96-81 loss to St. Francis in the state championship game last season. Greenforest won the state championship in 2013, making the two teams the only winners of state championships in Class A boys play for the past four years. The game was a collection of frustrations for the Knights. They struggled to collect offensive rebounds, due in large part to Greenforest’s four players over 6-foot-7. McDonald’s All American Kobi Simmons shot just 8-25 from the floor, Wallace Tucker, Anthony and Avery Showell would foul out and the Knights never led in the game.

And the frustrations began early. Simmons was called for a foul just 10 seconds into the game, and a turnover, block against Anthony Showell and a missed layup allowed Greenforest to open up an early 6-0 lead. In the first, the Knights found driving to the lane to be a difficult task, given Greenforest junior Ikey Obiagu’s 7-foot frame. Obiagu finished the game with six blocks. Both teams would find their offensive rhythm in the second quarter after the first saw just 19 total points scored. St. Francis pulled within 2 of the Eagles, but a strong finish by the Eagles in the second quarter would give Greenforest a 9-point halftime lead. Simmons would enter the locker room shooting just 1-10 from the floor, while the team shot just 6-29. As Simmons and the rest of the Knights’ offense struggled to find baskets, Greenforest opened a 16-point lead midway through the third. With Tucker, Anthony Showell and Simmons with over three fouls, Knights Head Coach Drew Catlett was forced to use bench players while his team was down double digits. Greenforest also had players in foul trouble, but both teams struggled from

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The Hub receives $10K check from Grady board North Fulton resource center helps families in crisis By HATCHER HURD hatcher@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – When families in North Fulton don’t know where to turn for help with drug and alcohol abuse, emotional issues, mental health and other family issues, they can turn to The Hub Family Resource Center. But that takes support, too, and on March 3, it was The Hub getting help from the Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority, which operates Grady Hospital. The Hospital Authority Board presented a check for $10,000 to show its support for The Hub in meeting the needs of North Fulton families. Hospital Authority board member Bernie Tokarz presented the check and said this was just some of the support The Hub could expect from his board. “When a family finds they have a child addicted to drugs, they need resources. We met with The Hub board and saw there was a need and that the Grady Hospital Authority could help,” Tokarz said. The immediate donation will go to help The Hub’s client relations management system in its migration of information to the cloud. Hub Executive Director Remco Brommet said that gift will help protect its records and make them easier to retrieve. “Ultimately, The Hub Family Resource Center’s

goal is to be just that,” he said. “The Hub is the one central point in North Fulton County connecting our families to our community’s resources for a number of family issues. “We provide a safe environment, free from stigma, where families can go and meet with a resource specialist who can assess their needs (and refer them to) the people who can best help them,” Remco said. Resources are available for drug addiction, mental health issues, spiritual health or how best to deal with run-ins family members have with the law. “We find well-researched, trusted resources. We also provide online access for clients who don’t wish to come to the center so they can create their own secure account. “Then they can avail themselves of an extensive database of resources for family mental, emotional and spiritual health and enrichment,” he said. The Hub provides additional enrichment and support for families by facilitating parenting classes in its facility and in the community, as well as through various parent support groups. “Family life is getting increasingly complicated, and families in our mostly well-to-do northern suburbs are no exception. School officials tell us that their resources are overtaxed in trying to deal with mental health, substance abuse, performance pressure and family relationship issues. “Local traffic courts are getting a steady flow of teenagers with severe emotional and substance abuse problems. And parents are at their wits’ end,” Brommet said.

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Ocee Park playground upgrades on the way JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The playgrounds at Ocee Park in Johns Creek soon will be getting state-of-the-art equipment to encourage kids to have old-fashioned fun. “The existing playground is getting some age and requiring more maintenance. So this is an opportunity to make an upgrade that we think kids will really enjoy,” said Parks Manager Robby Newton. “We want to entice youngsters to get outdoors, exercise and have a good time doing it. We also want to provide a place where kids can safely play while their siblings are playing baseball or softball.” The playground will be closed from through April 15 for the installation of the new equipment. There will be two equipment complexes, one appropriate for children ages 2 to 5, and a second for youngsters 5 years old and older.

For the older children, there will be a multi-level mega-tower they can climb in with a large, enclosed, spiraling slide. It features an “Avalanche Slide,” which allows youngsters to access the slide from ground level, developing upper-body as they pull themselves up by gripping a side rail. It has a “Backtrack climber” that resembles a cargo net with some challenges. For the younger children, the new playground will have crawl tubes and decks packed with climbers and slides. The swings offer a “Generation swing,” which has a big seat for an adult connected to a facing small seat for a toddler so Mom or Dad can be kids, too. Instead of a climbing wall, there’s a climbing ramp for a safer adventure. Replacing the traditional MerryGo-Round is the “Ten Spin” Merry-GoRound, which seats up to 10 children, seated outward.

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Continued from Page 2 of Avensong Ives Way, Milton, was arrested Feb. 13 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI and headlight violation. ►► Justin Wayne Long, 34, of Buford, was arrested Feb. 12 on Crabapple Road in Roswell for DUI. ►► Maria Ann Knight, 31, of Dunwoody, was arrested Feb. 12 on East Crossville Road in Roswell for DUI, failure to maintain lane and open container. ►► Khalid Abdus-Salaam, 47, of Lilburn, was arrested Feb. 11 on

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New playground equipment is on the way at Ocee Park in Johns Creek. The new equipment is designed with safety in mind. The ground will be covered with a special protective surface to reduce injuries from falls. The

playground equipment also includes elements that are ADA-accessible. “We want everyone to be able to enjoy the new playground,” Newton said.

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Globetrotters bring smile to 7-year-old cancer patient ROSWELL, GA. — Wyatt Pope, a 7-year-old cancer patient, was surprised when a pair of Harlem Globetrotters visited him recently at his home in Roswell. A friend of the Pope had family reached out to the Globetrotters through the team’s “Great Assist” program shortly after Wyatt was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. The friend asked if the team could send a

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MARTA: Continued from Page 8 real change in our regional transportation. Further delays in actionable steps toward a plan will only guarantee an increase in real and opportunity costs as inflation and market prices adjust upward, and current or future businesses and residents assess whether or not Atlanta’s area traffic troubles are too much to bear.

For some further inspiration, here is a refresh on the petition to extend MARTA into North Fulton, having reached over 1,000 signatures over the last few weeks, with the potential to add thousands of other signatures if there is a fighting chance. https:// www.change.org/p/support-the-redline-to-north-fulton-it-s-about-time Thanks again to Mayor Wood for your continued support. Let’s keep the dialog going toward a transit plan that best represents a long-term, sustainable vision. –Dennis Carman, Johns Creek

DEATH NOTICES Inez Barnett, of Cumming, passed away February 28, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

Joe Fitts, of Roswell, passed away February 26, 2016. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.

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Continued from Page 2 boyfriend. Toner allegedly confronted the schoolchildren and it got very loud. Witnesses said they saw Toner, his wife and friend “screaming at kids in the parking lot.” They also saw a young girl crying, police report. One of the children told police Toner said to him, “You want to fight me or my daughter, or you can call your parents and we can start a fight.” Toner was allegedly confrontational with police as well. Employees of the coffee shop broke up the altercation and called police. Toner was arrested for disorderly conduct.

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A man was arrested Feb. 25 after a traffic stop for inoperable brake lights showed he had an outstanding warrant. Police initially noticed the Ford F-150 on Westside Parkway about 10 p.m. with no brake lights. The driver was signaling out his window with his arm, since his turn signals also were not working. The driver said he had to dismantle the fuses after they caught fire. The passenger, identified as Aaron Stuart, 29, of Laurel Ridge Drive, Alpharetta, allegedly gave police a false name and date of birth when asked. A check on his real name showed numerous license suspensions and a proba-

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Employee caught stealing from till ALPHARETTA, Ga. – An employee of a local Target store was arrested Feb. 22 after allegedly stealing from the company. Staff of the store told police the employee, a 22-year-old Roswell man, had taken money from the cash register at least five times, for a total of about $750. The employee was arrested and charged with theft.

Door smashed, cash drawer taken ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Someone stole the entire cash drawer from a local restaurant Jan. 30, with an unknown amount of money. The victim, on North Point Parkway, told police they had closed up for the night and returned the following morning, about 8:45 a.m. They found the glass of the front door smashed with a rock. Missing was the cash drawer. Video from the night showed a lightcolored SUV back up to the restaurant at 4:42 a.m. and a man exit, pick up a rock and smash open the door. SEND US YOUR NEWS News@AppenMediaGroup.com

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Sales Estate Sale DULUTH 7158 Belcrest Drive 30097. Friday 3/11, Saturday 3/12, 8am-2pm. High quality furniture! ALPHARETTA/MILTON 3572 Avensong Village Circle. Saturday 3/12, Sunday 3/13, 8am-3pm. Entire household!

Garage Sale ALPHARETTA Windward; 14000 Mariners Cove 30005. Friday 3/11 and Saturday 3/12, 8am-4pm. Home goods, furniture, clothing, tools, garden equipment and more! ROSWELL Wildwood Subdivision, 1105 Lea Drive 30076. Saturday 3/12, 9am-3pm. Moving! Furniture, tools, household, etc.

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MAIN CLASSIFIEDS continued from page 45 Bargains Antiques European wardrobe/ armoire, single door, beveled mirror, 84”hX 21”dX37”w. $600. Photos. 678-549-6057.

Musical Instruments CELLO, 7/8 Doetsch, Pernambuco bow, Hiscox hard sided case $2400. 770-753-0787

Building Supplies

PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone. Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678445-3654

1000 Gallon Diesel/ Solvent tank, $1500.00 Call Tom 770.778.6015

Office/Business Equip/Supplies

VELUX SKYLIGHTS, used. (Eight, 21”x44”, two miscellaneous sizes). $475/all. 770-992-6848 leave message

Cemetery Roswell-Greenlawn. Garden of Prayer overlooking lake with fountain. 4 plots. ivypaigereeder@gmail. com for more info and photos

ARLINGTON

2 premium spaces, prestigious Pine Hill. #184-C, 3 & 4. Valued at $17,000, sacrifice $7000/ both. 770-886-6988

Collectibles MODEL CAR COLLECTION: 100+ cars including die-cast and plastic. $500/obo. Photos available. 404-291-3729

Furniture DINING SET, cherry: Table, China cabinet, server, chairs. $700/obo. 770-568-1344 DINING SET, white wicker. 48” glass-top table, 4 cushioned chairs $350. 770-993-5842

Medical Equipment HOSPITAL BED: Electronic controls with deluxe mattress. Bought new, used less than 2 weeks. $750. Originally $2000. 404-735-7250

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Cherry conference room table (8’x4’), 6 chairs. $500; Executive cherry desk $300; 3 side chairs, cherry frame, dark green fabric $150; 2 reception fabric chairs $80 Mint! 770-992-7875

Recreation GOLF CLUBS: Ladies’ complete set, Lynx irons, graphite woods, ball retriever, wood covers, new bag $325. 770-7409757 GOLF MEMORABILIA: Club Logo; balls and towels, etc. $295. 404583-2078 Pool Table, 8’. Balls, racks, cue stand, sticks. Slate base, Dark cherry, leather ball pockets. $850. 770-617-5943 Nordic Track Walk Fit 5000: Non-electric, no batteries. $100. 770-9930835 POOL TABLE, 4x8, 4 chairs, cues, rack, 2 more tables. $2000/OBO. 404934-7307

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Acreage/Lots

1.98 acre Residential Lot off of E. Cherokee Dr./ Murphy Dr. (secluded drive) in Cherokee County. Wooded with mature hardwoods, sloped lot. All utilities at road. $50,000 Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com 0.47 acre Residential Lot off of River Club Drive, backs up to Yellow River in Gwinnett County $30,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404-660-2919 cell, www.AgentScally.com

Commercial Space for Lease

537 Lake Center Parkway for lease 1200-3600 SF space available in beautiful brick building. Easy access to Highway 9 and Market Center Blvd in Cumming. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com

8035 Canter Lane, A l p h a r e t t a . FMLS#5646150. $349,000. This beautiful home sits in a quiet culde-sac within a short walking distance of Wills Park and downtown Alpharetta! You’ll love the short drive to the night life at Avalon and easy access to GA 400 and North Point Mall. HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, KAREN EWING, Phone: (404) 754-1829.

4240 Cardiff Way, C u m m i n g . FMLS#5649568. $494,000. Shows like a model home! Come and see this beautiful 3 side brick and stone home on a private creek lot. Loaded with upgrades including granite throughout and hardwood floors. Large 2 story great room and open floor plan. HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, Rich Prisco, Phone: (678) 381-3979.

Commercial Space for Sale

Vintage Barbie, Midge, Francie, Skipper dolls, clothing and accessories. (Local). Cell 214-8838215

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2376 Bethelview Road, 1.07 acre commercial in CBD zoning across from Kroger at Bethelview Rd & GA Hwy 20 intersection. Owner Agent, asking $549,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com

9230 Bayhill Drive, G a i n e s v i l l e . FMLS#5625308. $162,900. Motivated Seller. New Hardwood floors on main and freshly painted. Cute Cozy home located in quiet and desirable Lake Lanier neighborhood. Walking distance to lake. Hardwood floors. Tile in the kitchen. HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, MICHAEL GARCIA, Phone: (770) 231-9908.

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4155 Bottlebrush Landing, C u m m i n g . FMLS#5642028. $495,000. Meticulous, better than new home in desirable FIELDSTONE PRESERVE. Features open floor plan w/gleaming hardwoods throughout 1st floor. Great room has beautiful stone fireplace flanked by built-ins. HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, Christina Abunassar, Phone: (919) 389-8317.

Investment Property/ Residential

Personal Care Home in Alpharetta with 100% occupancy seeking new Corporate Ownership. $699,000.Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com

Personal Care Home in Roswell with 100% occupancy is seeking new Corporate Ownership. $499,000. Call Christy Scally, Keller Williams 678-341-7400 office, 404660-2919 cell, www. AgentScally.com

Office Space for Rent

5614 Oak Ridge Drive, G a i n e s v i l l e . FMLS#5642556. $424,500. Enjoy beautiful sunsets from this wonderful lake home. Very private lot with views of the lake, boat dock and mountains from the upper deck and lower deck with dry below. Deep Water at double slip dock with upper deck. HARRY NORMAN REALTORS, Ross Butler, Phone: (770) 497-2000. LAKE NOTTELEY 1-acre lakefront wooded lot, just 90 miles north of Atlanta in upscale mountain-top community with pool, clubhouse, stables and many more amenities. Motivated seller $189,000. 770-753-0788

Business Services Legal Notice NOTICE OF INTENT TO VOLUNTARILY DISSOLVE A CORPORATION

Notice is given that a notice of intent to dissolve Trauma Associates of Georgia, Inc., a Georgia nonprofit corporation with its principal office at 12460 Crabapple Road, Suite 202-125, Alpharetta, Georgia, will be delivered to the Secretary of State for filing in accordance with the Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code.

Tax Service Tax preparation done right. Preparation rates are affordable, service is top-notch! 20 years experience. Call 770772-0060 for estimates; personal/business returns

Personal Services Eldercare

Main Street Commons Office Condo Park, Heart Of Downtown Alpharetta. Single Story Office Condo 1104 SF, 3 Offices, Reception Area, Conference & Break Rooms, Storage Closet, very nice finishes. $1385/ month. 1020 Powers Place. Linda.Ekes@ccgatl.com

Excellent Home Care Services at great value! 14 years experience. Licensed/insured/ background checks done. CNA, medication reminders, housekeeping, errands, cooking/ transportation. 678-4316233

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SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-290-8321 to start your application today! CHILDREN’S BOOK – Looking for some wholesome reading material for your young reader? Check out Richard the Donkey and His LOUD, LOUD Voice at www.RichardTheDonkey.com CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Competitive Offer! Nationwide Free Pick Up! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Cleaning Services

Need a housecleaning? Call Norma Martinez for free estimate! References. 404-468-7667. “I get all your dust to earn your trust!”

Concrete/Asphalt We fix UGLY driveways and patios. $50 OFF any concrete job over $250 $250 OFF any job over $3500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. Residential or Commercial. Call for FREE estimate. The Best Concrete Company-Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-648-2010. Professional, competitive, many local references.

Deck DECKS, pergolas, and fences. Clean and seal... 30 years experience. Call for FREE estimate 404556-0493 or 770-5697772 Arbor Woodworks LLC.

Driveway We fix UGLY driveways. $50 OFF any concrete job over $250 $250 OFF any job over $3500 New or Repair: Driveways, patios, sidewalks, walls. Residential or Commercial. Call for FREE estimate. The Best Concrete Company-Ask for Dave McKemey. 678-914-2576. Professional, competitive, many local references.

Farm/Garden Services Bushhog, bobcat w o r k , c l e a r i n g / cleanups,light grading, plowing,garden tilling, pinestraw/mulch, pasture renovation/ finish mowing. Insured, experienced. 770-3635092, michaelebrightllc@ gmail.com

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Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Gutters AARON’S ALL-TYPE GUTTERS Repaired and Installed. Covers, siding, soffit, facia. www.aaronsgutters.com. Senior citizen discount! 770-934-2766

Handyman RELIABLE HOME REPAIRS: 20 years experience. References. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, siding, painting, pressure washing. Free estimates! 770-6050340 ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/Windows. Excellent References. 404-8950260

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Plumbing,Electrical and Drywall Repair and Installation Complete home maintenance We do it all! Call Mike 678-763-2420 L&D Home Services: Kitchen remodeling, home repair/maintenance, Honey-Do list, painting, garage organization/ cleanout, pressure washing/sealing, Reliable. Licensed. 15 years experience. 443-3981100

Haulers Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678898-7237

Home Improvement

Landscaping

Lawn Care

Landscape Design, Hardscape Design and Installation. 35 Years’ Experience; Retaining Walls, Flag Stone and BrickP aver Patios, Landscape Lighting, Drainage Issues, Pavilions. Outdoor kitchens, irrigation systems installation and repairs. FREE CONSULTATIONS! www. thebodigroup.com. 678788-5656

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678898-7237

404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service. Free quotes. Fully insured. 770Tree. com 678-506-0006 Yellow Ribbon Tree. Near perfect reviews and award-winning service. Hands on owner. Free estimates and insured. 770Tree.com 770-7442200 and ask for Gary. RETAINING WALLS, irrigation, sod installation, plants, mulch, fertilization, tree removal, pine-straw installation and monthly lawn maintenance. Carreno Landscaping 404-312-5082 Combined 50 yrs. Experience Residential/ Commercial landscaping solutions. Stone, Sod & Pine Straw Decorative Stones, Pavers & Flagstone. Courtyard Design, Landscape lighting and more. Pickup & Delivery GRASS SOURCE 678-880-3950

Bush Hogging, Clearing, Grading, Hauling etc. Many local references. Call Ralph Rucker at 678898-7237 Finegan Home Improvements LLC: License #RBQA004932. Remodeling, handyman. 31 years experience. Basements finished, decks, screen porches, doors, drywall, painting, flooring, custom kitchens, bathrooms. All insurance. Credit cards accepted. Paul Finegan 404-3535611

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Painters

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Pinestraw PINESTRAW, mulch delivery/installation available. Firewood $110/$200, plus delivery. Licensed, insured. Angels of Earth Pinestraw and Mulch. 770-831-3612.

Tree Services JJ Tree Cutting Services. Complete Tree Removal. Call us for a Free Quote, 678-467-1325 or 770630-6672. Licensed and insured. jjtreecutting@ gmail.com Yellow Ribbon Tree. Near perfect reviews and award-winning service. Hands on owner. Free estimates and insured. 770Tree.com 770-7442200 and ask for Gary. 404Cuttree. One of the most experienced and reliable tree companies in North Atlanta. Perfect reviews and reliable, professional, and honest service. Free quotes. Fully insured. 770Tree. com 678-506-0006

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