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Johns Creek in Ga.’s Top 10 for home value City ranks high as for homebuyers By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – In a recent study to determine the best place to buy a home, North Fulton stood out with Johns Creek ranked No. 6, Milton No. 8 and Alpharetta No. 20. Nerdwallet, the consumer research firm, ranked the 68
cities in Georgia with populations of more than 15,000 residents. Analyst Maggie Clark looked at the factors relating to home buying that fell into three major value areas: availability, affordability and future growth (see chart). First, researchers looked at the number of residents who own their homes rather than rent. Johns Creek led North Fulton with a staggering homeowner rate of 82.1 percent, fol-
lowed by Milton with a healthy 72.2 percent and Alpharetta nearer the bottom at 65 percent of residents owning their homes. “The homeownership rate is a measure of stability in the community,” Clark said. “It says the residents of this community are a pretty stable bunch. “It also signals that if you move there, most of the neighbors will be vested in that
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Picking Best Cities for Homeownership 1. Are homes available? The homeownership rate determines the availability of homes. A low homeownership rate is likely a signal of competitive inventory, more options for renters rather than buyers and expensive housing. Areas with a high homeownership rate led to a higher overall 2. Can you afford to live there? The median household income, monthly homeowner costs and median home value shows home affordability. It is a measure of whether residents could live comfortably in the area based on cost of living. Areas with high median incomes and low cost of living scored higher. 3. Is the area growing? The rate of population growth ensures that the area is attracting new residents and showing signs of solid growth. This is likely a signal of a robust local economy, which is another attractive characteristic for homebuyers.
Northview High hits homerun with ‘Damn Yankees’ Faustian look at America’s pastime filled with music, dance, humor JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – You’re in for a devilishly good time as the Northview High School Theatre Company continues its 2013-2014 season this spring with the smash hit musical “Damn Yankees.” It’s an age-old question that has captivated audiences for centuries: Is it worth it to sell your soul to get what you want, and can you outwit the devil after you make that bargain? The show tells the tale of long-suffering Washington Senators fan Joe Boyd (senior Ben Canty) and his patient wife Meg (junior Libby Williams). As a rabid baseball fan, Boyd craves a winning baseball season for his beloved Senators more than anything. However, what he doesn’t expect is the arrival of the devilish Mr.
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Cast members rehearse for Northview HS’s production of the Tony-winning “Damn Yankees.” Maddie Cantie and cast perform “Shoeless Joe.”
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MILTON, Ga. – Two people were arrested for shoplifting dozens of items from local stores Feb. 28 as well as for several outstanding warrants. The suspects’ vehicle came to the attention of police when it was noticed the license tag did not match up with the vehicle. A check of the registered
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Stranded car leads to drug arrests ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A stalled vehicle led to the arrests of two young men March 2 for possession of drugs. Police spotted the Mercedes stranded in the intersection of Haynes Bridge Road and Westside Parkway about 5 p.m. Three teenagers were inside and pushed the vehicle to a nearby gas station. One of the teenagers, Nicholas Blaine, 18, of Laurel Grove Drive, Milton, allegedly told police he had a prior arrest for drug possession but could not remember exactly when. A search of his record turned up two prior arrests for marijuana possession since the beginning of the year. Blaine allegedly had a baggie of pot in his pants pocket. A 17-year-old youth was allegedly found in possession of a bag of marijuana and a scale and a glass pipe was found in the car. Both men had nearly $1,000 in cash on them. The two were arrested for possession of marijuana.
Family walks in on burglary MILTON, Ga. – Two Deer Trail residents walked in on their
owner showed she had outstanding warrants for shoplifting. Police questioned the occupants in the car, a man and a woman. The woman, Traci Elizabeth Trippe, 25, of Acworth was the owner of the license plate. She was arrested for her warrants. The driver of
the car, identified as Dennis James Hoffman, 34, of Acworth was also found to have several outstanding warrants for shoplifting and was also arrested. A search of the car turned up stolen items, at least some of which were verified as coming from the Windward
Walmart. Also in the trunk of the car were found syringes and baggies of methamphetamine. Hoffman was charged with improper transfer of tags, windshield violation, possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug-related items.
home Feb. 25 and found it being burgled. According to the victims, they returned home about 7:20 p.m. to find their front door bolted from the inside. The son went to the rear of the home, unlocked the back door and entered the home. He told police he saw someone in a back room. Asking who was there, a man responded, “It’s Richard.” This man was carrying a black sack. The suspect charged at the victim and the two began to fight. The suspect fled the home and drove away in a red car. The suspect got away with a Mac Book computer and a sack filled with camping gear.
of $2,250 on a Verizon Wireless account. Another resident said someone tried to open a credit union account in January of this year. They were denied.
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Residents victims in ID frauds JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Three Cameron Bridge Way residents were recently the victims of identity fraud, after they found people had tried to open credit card accounts using their names and Social Security numbers. One victim told police she was contacted Feb. 24 by Atlanta Police after someone used her identity at least seven times late last year in attempts to open credit cards. The suspect used her name and used an Atlanta address. Another said that someone in California tried to complete a money transfer for $9,000 to buy a vehicle. Several other attempts were made to open accounts at national businesses, including a successful charge
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Green means ‘go,’ also drugs ALPHARETTA, Ga. – A suspicious vehicle led March 5 to the arrest of a 19-year-old Roswell woman for drug offenses. A police officer on patrol noticed the vehicle of Alexandria Marie Raffa, 19, of Shallowford Road, Roswell, stopped at a traffic light on Mansell Road around 4 a.m. When the light turned green, the vehicle did not move. The officer noted he could see Raffa looking “intently” at the patrol car and looked as if she hid something. Thinking something illegal – possibly a DUI – the officer pulled over Raffa’s car. Speaking with Raffa, the officer noted a strong smell of marijuana as well as freshly sprayed perfume, a common ploy to mask the smell of pot. When asked, Raffa allegedly admitted to the presence of drugs in the car. A search turned up a glass pipe and some pot. The officer also notes in the report the presence of “numerous” plastic baggies containing marijuana as well as loose marijuana scattered throughout the vehicle. There were also numerous marijuana cigarette remains. Raffa was arrested for possession of marijuana and driv-
Truck driver mixes with booze, coke ALPHARETTA, Ga. – When a dump truck driver was arrested for possession of alcohol in a commercial vehicle, his alleged cocaine stash landed him in more trouble. Police spotted Enrique Agreda-Medina, 39, of Canton, as he stepped out of a dump truck across the street from the liquor store on South Main Street where he bought some beer. The officer watching him was previously a commercial vehicle inspector, and knows it is against the law for alcoholic beverages to be kept in a commercial vehicle. When AgredaMedina tried to drive away, he was pulled over. When he supplied his license, it turned out to be suspended. A search of the vehicle allegedly turned up a case of beer as well as a coffee mug containing two plastic bags – one with suspected marijuana and the other with suspected cocaine. Agreda-Medina was arrested for possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, driving with a cancelled license and driving without a seatbelt.
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Public asked to weigh in on sign laws Revision sought by business community By HATCHER HURD hatcher@nortfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Johns Creek is considering revamping the city sign ordinance, and it is holding a meeting for public comment Wednesday, March 26, at 6 p.m. at City Hall in council chambers on the third floor. For some time, the Johns Creek business community has voiced problems with the city’s sign ordinances, saying some are arbitrary and others are too restrictive. That led to the creation of sign ordinance committee. Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce President John
Home: Continued from Page 1 community,” she said. “It tells homebuyers they are not alone in their choice to buy a home.” Then Nerdwallet looked at affordability of homes in the community. Here, the researchers looked at median income compared to median home costs. “The standard is the home should not cost you more than 30 percent of your gross income,” Clark said. “The less monthly income spent on homeowner costs, the more affordable the community is presumed to be.” When Nerdwallet compared median home costs with median home value, Johns Creek was second among the top 20 cities with home values with a ratio of 25.0 percent. Only Martinez near Augusta, with a costs-to-home-value ratio of 24.9 percent, was better. However, median home value
Bemont said businesses have complained that some ordinances are too restrictive and others are simply too hard to comply with. “We understand the need to regulate signage. But what we are hearing from our businesses is that they need some relief,” Bemont said. “We have a visibility problem. The ordinances are too restrictive and do not have much flexibility. “All parties want our businesses to be successful, but to be successful, they must be seen,” he said. Johns Creek has made business retention a priority as part of the Johns Creek Advantage, the public-private partnership to both grow its business community and serve the needs of existing businesses so that they don’t leave for greener pastures – or worse, fail.
One businessman new to Johns Creek complained to the city recently that on opening day with banners flying, the code enforcement officer came to cite his business not once, not twice, but three times. “I looked across the street, and there was a business doing the same [advertising] things I was, and they weren’t cited. It seems like there is one standard for the big guys and another for the little guy,” he said. One problem that arises is businesses that first opened before the city was incorporated may have signs grandfathered in because they were approved by Fulton County, while new businesses are regulated by the city. Other issues include the types of permissible lighting of signs, the size of signs and their placement. It is hard to
find a one-size-fits-all rule in many cases. Others may require outright bans. One issue that came up at its March 13 meeting was how to fairly regulate signs for several business suites operating out of one building. Should they be allowed banners for special events? If so, how many and how often? When are variances allowed? Should changeable copy and variable message boards be allowed? The March 26 meeting is a chance for the committee to hear public comment on these and other issues. The board is chaired by the city zoning administrator with membership that includes two chamber representatives, two Johns Creek Community Association members, one member of Johns Creek Advantage and two members of City Council.
in Martinez is $152,900. Alpharetta’s costs-to-value ratio was 28.0 percent and Milton had a rate of 28.5 percent. Finally, the survey looked at population growth from 2010 to 2012. This was chosen as an indicator showing people had reasons to go there. “It signals that people want to be there. There is something there that attracts people,” Clark said. “Conversely, it says it’s not a violent place and they won’t be the only new people in town.” Milton had a healthy growth of 11.3 percent – the second-highest on the survey. Johns Creek followed with 6.4 percent growth and Alpharetta at 6.1 percent growth. The data was then grouped into thirds. • Homeownership rate • Affordability (derived from the homeowner costs-home value ratio) • Growth rate Each variable is ranked 1 to 100 and compared to the rankings of the other cities.
Of course, there are factors that can skew the comparisons. For instance, Milton’s 11 percent growth was second in the survey, while Johns Creek and Alpharetta don’t have much residential land left, so their pedestrian growth rates of around 6 percent don’t help their scores much. Also, 15 of the cities on the list have median values of less than $200,000. Two were in the $200,000s. The three North Fulton cities left the other cities in the dust in home value comparison with Milton ($462,000), Johns Creek ($336,000) and Alpharetta ($324,300).
Also looking among the three North Fulton scores, Milton showed second-highest in growth rate at 11.3 percent, which was one-third of the score. “And while Johns Creek nearly tied for best homeowner costs-to-income ratio, that only works if you have the income,” Clark said. So she cautioned not to read into the data things that are not there. “There is no value judgment in this. This is what the data has told us, and it is a snapshot in time. No one wins an award,” she said. “It is only one tool in evaluating these cities.”
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Common Core survives legislative attempts at revisions House Education Committee fails to send bill for full vote By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers chose the safe route during the 2014 legislative session, paying considerable lip service to revising the Common Core educational standards, but opting to take no action – at least for this year. The 152nd session of the Georgia Legislature ends its 40-day run this week, allowing legislators to head home and campaign in earnest for the May 20 primary election. Every seat in the delegation is up for re-election this year. Few issues impacting K-12 education will come out of this year’s session, unless the idea of being able to say “Merry Christmas” in public schools (Senate Bill 283) or allowing schools to be built with wood (House Bill 301) meet that standard. Revisions to the Common Core standards was a marquee topic from day one of the ses-
sion, easily passing the Senate, but stalling in the House Education Committee last week. Senate Bill 167 did not seek to pull Georgia out from among the 40 states that follow the standards. Instead, the bill proposed to effectively gut the standards by prohibiting any state assessments tied to the national standards. Though dead for this session, it will likely be considered again next session. State and local educators, along with business leaders, supported the Common Core standards and came out in droves during committee hearings. Steve Dolinger, president of the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education, said his organization is fully committed to the success of students under the Common Core standards. “The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education is committed to keeping Georgia moving forward with strong standards and rigorous assess-
ments,” said Dolinger, a former superintendent for the Fulton County School System. “After much research and analysis, we strongly believe the Common Core State Standards are right for our state and applaud the House Education Committee members who voted to stop Senate Bill 167.” But conservative groups who oppose the standards decried the legislature’s lack of action. “The Georgia House Education Committee killed an important bill which would have been a major step toward Georgia’s sovereignty over education and would have meant greater privacy protections for children and families,” said Jane Robbins, senior fellow of American Principles in Action and a Georgia resident. “Although the bill had a broad support among parents and other citizens, Gov. Nathan Deal and the Republican leadership surrendered to the education and corporate establishments.”
State curriculum is law in Georgia since 1985 ATLANTA – Georgia law requires the state adopt a curriculum outlining what kids are expected to learn in each grade. Since 1985 when the law was passed, the state has run through the Quality Core Curriculum, followed by the Georgia Performance Standards (2003) and now the Common Core (2012). The Common Core standards were developed in 2008 as an initiative of the National Governor’s Association. The goal was to provide a framework of education objectives across the country. Common Core does not dictate how states meet the standards, so curriculum development is still the responsibility of each state. While there is some federal grant money available to states to help implement the standards (Race to the Top), there is no other federal oversight. The Fulton County School System opted to not participate in any programs linked to Race to the Top funding. Georgia education leaders say the Common Core standards were adopted after two years of review and feedback – not in secrecy as many opponents maintain. “Georgia sought feedback within the state rather than just relying on the national data,” said Angela Palm, legislative director for the Georgia School Boards Association. “After receiving feedback, [the standards were] adopted by the State Board [in June 2010]. All the documents are still online and available for review.” Legislative leaders appeared hesitant to throw out the Common Core entirely, noting teachers would then be faced with adhering to their third set of standards in a decade. Alienating teachers is a risky proposition during an election year, as former Gov. Roy Barnes learned in 2002.
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Change to payouts will not take effect this year for some retiring staff By CANDY WAYLOCK candy@northfulton.com FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – The Fulton County School System Pension Board voted to accept the appeals of five school system employees who had challenged a recent decision by the board regarding pension payouts. The employees, all soon to retire from the Fulton County School System, will be exempt from new rules of the pension board related to benefits. Last month, the board voted to close what they viewed as a loophole that rewarded some retirees for retiring early, as opposed to at the end of their contract. The board voted to consider the retirement date as the last day of the employee’s work calendar, even if the last day of work is earlier. The early retirement potentially adds several hundred dollars to the employee’s monthly pension based on a formula that takes into account summer pay. The Fulton Pension Plan covers primarily non-instructional staff, including bus drivers, maintenance, custodial, cafeteria, as well as teachers who have been with FCSS continuously since 1988. Teachers hired after July 1, 1988, are covered under the state Teachers Retirement System (TRSGA). Pension board officials say the revision was necessary to ensure all employees are treated uniformly, and was simply a re-interpretation of the plan. The change impacts only a small percentage of the system’s 14,000 employees. However, those who were affected by the new interpretation said they stood to lose thousands of dollars over the life of their pension; money they had been promised and expected. One employee said all employees set to retire this year had individual meetings with pension officials this year where they were given “mul-
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tiple scenarios as to when we could/would retire.” The scenario of retiring in April, despite a contract that ended in May, was the most advantageous, he noted. “We all have these scenarios in writing from the pension office. This has been a retirement option in Fulton County for many years. Obviously, with that one being the best, we all chose that date,” said the 30-year employee who asked not to be identified. He was most concerned the change was not discussed with any of the employees, so few knew about it until March when the vote was taken to end the practice. “We should have been informed throughout of any change, and it should never have been put in effect in the middle of a school year,” he said. Fulton School officials were unsure if others could continue to appeal the decision, or if the waivers are only for the group of five initial appeals.
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Johns Creek City Council Post 4 Editor’s Note: Thomas Radford was out of town for last week’s election issue. His responses to our questions are below. Age: 52 Occupation: Founder/CEO of International Business Development Inc. Family: Wife Debbie, two sons, 11 and 19, daughter, 25, and one grandson Education: Graduated, Executive MBA Georgia State University; graduated BBS Accounting Georgia State University. Public service/community inRADFORD volvement: Children’s Discipleship Leader 2009 to present and elder at Perimeter Church. Service and monetary donations to Community Outreach, Norcross Co-op; support ministries for Guatemala, India and China. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO GET INTO THIS RACE? I believe we all have an obligation to serve our country, community and neighbor. Being a responsible conservative, I have been disenchanted with the direction of our nation and our beloved home, Johns Creek. After much prayer on how to maximize my duty with my God-given talents and extensive experience, it only makes sense for me to fill this position. I can no longer be a bystander to our U.S. Constitution being trampled in D.C., combined with recent disarray of our own local government. I’m deeply concerned for the future of our children. My father taught me early on not to complain but to be proactive. So, here I am. WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE TOP ISSUE OR ISSUES FOR THE CITY?
I see several issues of concern that need to be addressed and rectified, including poor communication channels between the citizens, city and the city planners, plus large amounts of vacant retail space and vaguely written city zoning laws, just to mention a few. IF ELECTED, WHAT ISSUE IS AT THE TOP OF YOUR AGENDA? In addition to rectifying the poor communication channels mentioned, I will continue to meet with the small business retail owners to identify reasons why Johns Creek might be a more desirable place to open a small retail business and succeed. Common sense says small retail business is being overburdened by ordinances that appear to have them handcuffed from sustaining a bright future. As a successful small business entrepreneur and owner for nearly 20 years, and understanding the huge sacrifices these folks have to make, hence, this topic is truly close to my heart. We need to resolve the issues of the existing vacancies before bulldozing down beautiful trees to add more retail space, which could exacerbate the existing vacancy issue. This appears to be urgent, for the city is rolling out an aggressive growth plan that includes potentially adding more retail developments on green space. According to the city, our residential versus business tax ratio is approximately 80/20, and the current city plan is to align this ratio with our neighboring cities. I, too, believe we need to grow, but we need to grow smart, as responsible stewards to the community we serve with the people’s best interest in the forefront of our decisions.
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Northern Ridge District February Eagle Scouts NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The following Scouts passed their Board of Review to become Eagle Scouts. Colt Nolan, Troop 3000, Birmingham UMC, built an outside study area for Midway UMC. Matt Ballard, Troop 3000, Birmingham UMC, built benches that border an outside chess set he also built for Milton High School. Alexander Leach, Troop 1134, St. Peter Chanel, built a bench on the cross country trail at Blessed Trinity School. David Wells, Troop 356, Fellowship Christian School, built 10 mallard nesting cylinders. Stuart Way, Troop 629, Mount Pisgah Church, built a retaining wall to prevent erosion at Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Andrew Hopkins, Troop 7153, St. Bridget’s Church, built shelves for the
fieldhouse at Holy Redeemer School. Charles Brooks, Troop 841, St. Thomas Aquinas Church, built birdhouses and nesting platforms for a bird study area at St. Thomas Aquinas. Ayomide Awe, Troop 206, Zion Missionary Baptist, built posts identifying plants and bushes behind Mount Vernon Presbyterian. Michael Chapman, Troop 431, Roswell UMC, made 150 hygiene kits for M.U.S.T. Ministries. Matthew Cernelli, Troop 87, Roswell Baptist, built swings around a pond at Roswell Area Park. Christian Gruver, Troop 1134, St. Peter Chanel, installed trash cans and planted bushes at Heart of Roswell Park. Alex Yun, Troop 2143, Johns Creek UMC, produced a conservation video for electronics recycling. —Jonathan Copsey
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Barnwell Elementary knows why ‘Y’ Matters’ YMCA afterschool programs open to all who apply By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – The annual YMCA fundraising campaign “Why It Matters” involves school children raising money for the afterschool programs and summer camps so all children can participate. Barbara Hartman is the Barnwell Elementary School site manager of afterschool programs, and she says 20 percent of the participants at her school are on scholarship. “We have a great afterschool program we call the Primetime Players. There are 126 kids. We do tutoring, we work with special needs kids and we can provide one-on-one tutoring with teachers,” Hartman said. “They get plenty of structured exercise too.” The Barnwell Primetime Players had a goal this year to raise $1,000 for scholarships for the Barnwell Elementary Prime Time Why It Matters’ fundraising party. They more than doubled that, collecting $2,600. “There are a lot of single moms in the area, and these programs mean a great deal to them,” Hartman said. But as important as the money is for the YMCA’s scholarship program, it is important for the students who participate in the fundraising. “It teaches them they have
a role in the community. They learn that it is important to work for someone other than yourself. And it teaches them about community service. All these are important lessons,” Hartman said. Friday, March 7, the students celebrated with the fundraising party. Why it Matters makes it possible for all those who seek to be involved in YMCA programs after school or at day camp to have that opportunity to do so whether they have the ability to pay,” said Scott Doll, executive director of the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta YMCA. A big part of the YMCA mission is to identify and involve those in need. “If affordability is one of the barriers to participation in one of our programs, we want to make that go away,” Doll said. Last year, Why It Matters provided more than $500,000 in assistance in the metro Atlanta area. That includes afterschool programs serving 2,000 North Fulton students in 29 licensed sites (usually schools) in all four cities. In summer, North Fulton day camps serve 600 kids a day. “If you are a single parent raising two or three kids, this is a daunting task,” Doll said. “Many parents in those situations have to make very difficult choices.
“Afterschool programs and day camps can be a boon to those working parents,” he said. “We make certain that their kids are in a safe, valuecentered and enriching place. These programs for many parents are child care. For those families, the YMCA can take care of their children from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. if need be. While the YMCA pursues state and federal grants, Why It Matters is the cornerstone for making those programs possible so that the doors are always open for those services. “This keeps those doors
If you are a single parent raising two or three kids, this is a daunting task. Many parents in those situations have to make very difficult choices.” SCOTT DOLL Executive Director of the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta YMCA
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King’s Ridge names new athletic director School plucks Todd Mooney from college ranks MILTON, Ga. – Todd Mooney has been selected to serve as the new director of K-12 athletics for King’s Ridge Christian School after an exhaustive and extended search. Mooney comes to KRCS from LaGrange College where he served as the head football coach and assistant director of athletics. He has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in physical
education with a concentration in sports administration, and has spent more than 20 years leading and mentoring coaches in sports programs at the collegiate levels. Mooney is a proven builder of programs having launched the only Division III football program at the time in Georgia from scratch. He built the LaGrange College program from nothing – no facilities, coaches or players. Now LaGrange has a viable program and recorded the most dramatic turnaround in Division III history, going from a 0-20 record to becom-
ing the conference champion and competing in the national championship series. Mooney was originally hired at King’s Ridge as the offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach. After watching him work for several weeks, he was approached about becoming a candidate for the athletic director role. After going through a vigorous interview process, his vast array of experience, his unwavering faith and his vision made him the most viable candidate for leading the KRCS athletic program.
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Mandatory concussion baseline test beneficial to young athletes By CAROLYN ASPENSON carolyn@northfulton.com CUMMING, Ga. — Cumming resident Stacie Garramone cheered as her son scored a goal for South Forsyth High School’s freshman lacrosse team against Druid Hills. But she stopped cheering when he walked himself off the field. “When he scored, the referee threw the yellow flag and I figured it was a penalty,”
she said. “I didn’t realize the goalie left the field for hitting my son.” Garramone said her son Cameron, 15, was hit in the side of his helmet, snapping his head sideways. “The goalie has both hands on his stick and hit him next to his ear,” she said. “He walked himself off the field and when the coach asked why, he didn’t know.” Garramone’s son was out for the rest of the game, but
seemed fine, so he went to school the next day. “He called me from school and told me his head was throbbing and he felt sick to his stomach,” she recalled. “So I brought him to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at the Collection and he was diagnosed with a concussion.” Garramone’s son is one of thousands of young adults diagnosed with concussions each
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• Appears dazed or stunned • Confused about assignment • Forgets plays • Is unsure of game or opponent • Moves clumsily • Answers questions slowly • Loses consciousness (even temporarily) • Shows behavior or personality changes • Forgets events prior to injury (retrograde amnesia) • Forgets events after injury (anterograde amnesia) • (Source: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta)
Common symptoms of a concussion
• Confusion • Clumsy movement or dizziness • Nausea or vomiting • Memory loss • Tiredness • Upset stomach • Vision problems • Sensitivity to noise and light • Numbness or tingling anywhere on the body • Loss of balance or trouble walking • Mentally foggy, cannot think clearly or remember things • Slurred speech or other changes in speech • Irritable or more fussy than usual • Acts differently than normal (does not play, acts fussy or seems confused) • More emotional, perhaps very sad or nervous • Different sleeping patterns • (Source: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta)
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Georgia’s 2013 gains deceiving after fast start 2014 a ‘wait and see’ year By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com ATLANTA — Georgia took great steps toward economic recovery in 2013, but the state began to fade by September. Now some of the enthusiasm has waned a bit, said Rajeev Dhawan, director of the Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State University. His forecast for Georgia in 2014 splits the difference, saying he is “guardedly optimistic” for the state economy. The good news in Georgia is unemployment shrank one full point in 2013 and Georgia added 89,200 jobs. The jobs addition was a healthy 40 percent increase over 2012. The Atlanta region was again the big jobs generator, creating 60,500 (68 percent) jobs in the state. Dhawan differentiates total jobs and “premium jobs.” Premium jobs are higher paying and thus more likely to jump other industries such as home-buying, which has such a large ripple effect through its ancillary industries. But employment and jobs creation were decelerating at the end of the year after a fast start in 2013. First, job growth in the state would have been “abysmal” except for gains in the retail and hospitality sectors, and those jobs are mostly lower-paying jobs and contribute little in overall economic growth. Education and health care added only 4,000 jobs in the last half of 2013 after adding 11,000 jobs in the first half. Georgia’s corporate sector grew
by 29,000 jobs for the year, but lost 4,000 in the last six months. So while aggregate jobs numbers are up, they are somewhat DHAWAN deceiving. Tax collections in Georgia also started fast, but then shrank back. Collections hit a high of 9.6 percent in the first half of 2013, but were an anemic 0.7 percent by the last quarter of the year. On the bright side, manufacturing added jobs in the second half of the year, which erased its losses in that sector. Dhawan credited that to cheap domestic energy prices along with steady demand from the automotive sector. Nationally, new auto sales were excellent, selling numbers in 2007 territory, 15,000-plus. Car sales are another favorite leading economic indicator of Dhawan’s, though they are less so when dealers are giving up to 97-month loans to move them, he said. The tech sector took a hit after showing real signs of recovery. After a steady drain in tech jobs going back to 2001, Georgia began an uptick in 2011 when it added 1,300 jobs and then leaped ahead with another 3,500 jobs in 2012. But 2013 ended with a net loss of 1,200 jobs. That this high-paying catalyst sector failed to grow was disconcerting. “These numbers are a big
Calendar Year Job Additions* Georgia
Atlanta
Employment
Premium
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Employment
Premium
% of Total
2014
85,100
16,900
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57,500
12,000
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2015
96,600
20,200
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15,300
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2016
103,900
21,900
21.1%
69,800
16,400
23.6%
SOURCE: GSU ECONOMIC FORECASTING CENTER
*Calendar year change is defined as the difference between 4th quarter of one year to next year’s quarter. puzzle, and I hope that benchmark revisions in March will correct the anomaly,” Dhawan said. There may be causes for the slowdown in the tech sector, such as a companion slowdown in the health care industry, a big user of technology products. Perhaps venture capital is going back to Simi Valley “looking for the next Facebook or Zynga” jackpot. Dhawan still has faith in Georgia’s tech sector, predicting it to grow little in 2014 before “picking up steam in 2015 and 2016.” Of Atlanta’s 57,000 new jobs predicted in 2014, almost 20 percent of them fell in the premium job range. Jobs are predicted to rise in the metro area to 69,800 by 2016 with a healthier 16,400 premium jobs (23.6 percent). The stock market performed extremely well. Stocks were up 30 percent in value, which he laid at the feet of the Fed. It had its ear to the ground. When then-Fed chief Ben Bernanke began talking of “tapering off” influencing the interest rates by buying up
Education and health care added only 4,000 jobs in the last half of 2013 after adding 11,000 jobs in the first half. Georgia’s corporate sector grew by 29,000 jobs for the year, but lost 4,000 in the last six months. treasury notes, he backed off reinvigorating confidence in the market. “The Fed succeeded in reflating portfolios … [but] that gravy train is now over,” Dhawan said. “Pallid economic reports at home – the last two reports were anemic – and in China’s manufacturing sector have ignited a rout in stock markets worldwide.” In 2014, there is not a lot the U.S. can do except “roll with the punches,” as China tries to right itself, he said. Stock market volatility will be the rule not the exception in
2014, according to Dhawan. “It will keep consumers more cautious than they have been. As a result, growth and investment from the corporate sector will moderate,” Dhawan said. Georgia, like the rest of the country, will have to wait and see what the global economy, especially China, does in the coming year. If it begins to click enough to benefit the state’s Fortune 500 companies, better economic times could come into focus. “That normalcy is still quite a while away,” he said.
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Sal Damico named top Lexus sales consultant
Local chef wins national contest CUMMING, Ga. — Cole Smith, a cook at Mellow Mushroom at the Collection at Forsyth, has created a winning dish. Smith, who graduated from North Forsyth High in 2008, entered his “Slow Ridin’ Chicken Salad” in the company-wide contest. Sales of the dish at the Collection location, 410 Peachtree Parkway, where Smith works, have been great, a manager said. Mellow Mushroom had polled servers, bartenders, prep and line cooks from 160 locations to curate the new Homegrown Picks menu, which are only available through March 31. Additional options on the Homegrown Picks menu include Suwanee resident Ben Power’s “Thaidal Wave Hoagie,” named the overall winner in the contest, and “Quirky Turkey Club Pie,” a pizza creation with turkey, bacon and apples by Virginia resident Victor Alavarenga. Visit www.mellowmushroom.com for more information.
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NAMA Allied Member of the Year ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Randy Smith has been named the NAMA Allied Member of the Year. The NAMA Industry Awards are presented to individuals and their companies that best exemplify consistent support of the vending and coffee service industry. NAMA’s Allied Member of the Year vending award recognizes an SMITH individual and the company that has exhibited the highest level of integrity, dedication and leadership in the vending industry. Smith was the president and chief executive officer of Georgia Vending Services, a full-service vending company in Atlanta, from 1996 until 2008. Since 2008, Smith has served as the president and CEO of LightSpeed Automation in Alpharetta. LightSpeed Automation develops, installs and supports new technologies used to increase operational
ROSWELL, Ga. — Sal Damico, a local resident and businessman in the Johns Creek area, has been named as one of the Top 25 Lexus sales consultants in the Southeast region. Damico has more than 36 years of auto experience and has been with the Nalley Lexus Roswell dealership for about four years.
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Creative Blinds and Décor receives honors DAMICO
Mark Spain ranks as top team for Keller Williams ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Keller Williams International Inc. recently honored the Mark Spain Team as the No. 1 real estate team worldwide out of nearly 95,000 Keller Williams agents in closed units. In 2013, Spain and his team closed 1,420 transactions for a gross sales volume of $264 million. The Mark Spain Team has been SPAIN in the top 20 since joining Keller Williams in 2011. Mark Spain also ranked No. 12 for closed transactions last year in the Wall Street Journal. The team crossed the $1 billion mark in career gross sales several years ago and is now closing in on $2 billion. Based out of the Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta office in Alpharetta, the team specializes in assisting homebuyers and sellers throughout the metro Atlanta region. For more information, call 770-886-9000 or visit www. markspain.com.
KDC adds George, Maddux to Atlanta team ATLANTA — KDC, a commercial real estate development and investment company, has hired industry veterans Jim George and Robert Maddux. George joins KDC following a 30-year career with Cousins Properties.
ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Creative Blinds and Decor was the recipient of the Envision Design Combination Treatment Award at the 2014 Envision Design and Ingenuity Workroom Competition. Winners were announced in February at the U.S. window treatment industry’s only trade show, Vision14: International Window Coverings Expo in Las Vegas. Connie Valente is the owner of Creative Blinds and Décor, which is located in Alpharetta and has been serving metro Atlanta since 2003. This is the fifth international award received by the company, and it was recently awarded the Best of Houzz 2014 for customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.creativeblindsanddecor.com or call 770-605-8973.
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Allnex opens new headquarters and technology center ALPHARETTA, Ga. – Allnex announced the opening of the Americas Headquarters and Technology Center at 9005 Westside Parkway in Alpharetta. The new center brings sales, marketing, technical service and research and development organizations and several functions that support Allnex’s four key business groups. The uniting of several smaller research laboratories and the talents and expertise of about 95 employees under one roof will help the company further develop the Allnex brand. For more, visit www.allnex.com.
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Local entrepreneurs give new business insights Tips from new business owners By JONATHAN COPSEY jonathan@northfulton.com NORTH FULTON, Ga. – The economy is finally taking off. This has plenty of entrepreneurs jumping up to take advantage of burgeoning sales. Two men from Milton and Alpharetta started new companies. The men not only want to make their mark on the world, but also have experience starting new businesses. Ronnie Andrews, of Milton, has started several of his own companies. His latest is “Call Loop,” is a voice and messaging platform. “I’ve been in IT for 15 years,” Andrews said. “During that time, I worked at many different companies, including some of largest in the country.” For the past five years, Andrews has been looking to start his own tech company. There is a myth in the country about where to begin a company, he said. “Often, people tend to view entrepreneurialism in the context of Silicon Valley,” Andrews said. “Few people think of Atlanta or the North Fulton area as a place to start a business. There are many companies clustered around here.” North Fulton should be a no-brainer, Andrews said. There are a mass of data centers, fiber optic networks and
Fortune 1,000 companies. Not to mention the proximity to Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. “Our area is a great place to start a business,” he said. Beyond the location, almost everything can be found online, including help starting a business. “It’s never been easier to start a business,” Andrews said. There are dozens of free or cheap services to create a company website. Dozens more resources that can help get a company incorporated. “I found the creation process simple,” he said. After creation, it’s a matter of finding customers. For North Fulton, that can mean one of several high-tech companies that line Windward and Westside parkways. Milton resident Earnie Olin, founder of “Creative Colors International,” says these are his clientele. Originally from Dallas, Texas, Olin came to Atlanta for work, like most transplants. He owned a custom counter top company. After that he worked a variety of office jobs but got tired “wearing suits and ties.” So he started looking for new business ideas. He finally settled on becoming a franchisee with Creative Colors International, which largely deals with auto dealerships. “The dealer gets a trade-in to sell and maybe there is a tear in the seat or the color is
Tips to starting a new business by Ronnie Andrews and Earnie Olin:
It’s never been easier to start a business.”
Pick something you enjoy doing. “You’re going to be doing it every day and every night,” Olin said. “It’s all-consuming.” Be sure the founding members can work as a team. “Half of marriages end in divorce,” Andrews said. “So it’s not surprising many startups end the same way. Being sure you have a solid team to begin with is No. 1.”
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worn off,” Olin said. “We will re-dye it back to the original clean. “We can fix cracks in the door panels, deodorize and do anything that can refurbish the inside of a car. It’s the equivalent of giving the engine a tune-up, but we give the interior a tune-up.” And he does that at a fraction of the cost of getting new materials. The same is true for home and office furniture. Olin chose to franchise with Creative Colors because it had no Atlanta branch. He is the trailblazer for the company and hopes to employ 10 people in the five years in the North Atlanta market. “I chose to franchise with them because, like John Dillinger said when asked why he robbed banks, ‘That’s where the money is,’” Olin said. “There is the opportunity to grow and build something for myself and my family. As a sales person, generally the person you fight the most isn’t the customer, it’s the boss. Everybody wants to make their own decisions. That is why I did this.”
Release products early and often. “Don’t wait for the perfect product or perfect idea,” Andrews said. “If you can get an initial product to the market, you will learn from customer feedback what the market is wanting. You can tailor the product to what the market is asking for and have greater success.” Flexibility in the pricing, marketing and business model are necessities. The business model you first drafted is not likely to be the final one, Andrews said. Get plenty of cash. “Most new businesses fail because they are underfunded,” Olin said. “You need a lot more money than you think you need. Whatever you think you need, you should double it.” The trick is to have at least a year’s worth of capital in the bank. Many people start with three to six months’ worth, which only gets them until the business begins to bloom. “It takes time for a business to catch on.” Reach out to mentors. Plenty of other people have started their own companies and have hit the same pitfalls. Learn from them and their mistakes and lessons. “Having those relationships will save a lot of pain,” said Andrews. “Rather than learning through trial and error, you can learn from their wisdom.” Do due diligence, especially if you go with a franchise. “I have gotten real close to looking at different businesses and gotten close to the end and discovered something huge and a deal breaker that a lot of people tried to hide from me,” said Olin. “You have to be careful and step lightly. You really have to do your homework.” Call the franchisees in the company directly for honest opinions of the company.
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Four ideas for outdoor spaces Workout Anytime opens 50th location This week, we’ll see the first day of spring and I’m sure I speak for most of my readers when I say hallelujah! After the cold, wet and frozen start to our year, I think we’re all ready for the warm weather. When things begin to warm up, my first thoughts are about spending more time outside. Whether it’s on the deck, in the garden or the backyard, I like to bring the indoors outside. Outdoor spaces are important to home buyers and something a seller can highlight for great results when selling a home. Here are four outdoor ideas both buyers and sellers will love: Define your spaces If you have a large deck or patio space, create a dining space that is separate from a casual seating area. Planters can make a great border and bring the garden up on the deck. Lattice can further define space and offer privacy if neighbors are close by. If you cook it, they will come Outdoor kitchens can be a beautiful addition but can also be expensive. Most of us
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have a grill (or more than one). Don’t simply stick them in the corner. Think about the traffic pattern from the kitchen and to your outdoor dining area. Add a side table or stand and you’ll have a great outdoor cooking area for far less than a kitchen, and it will look better than an old grill in the corner. Made in the shade We all know how hot the summers can get. A pergola or arbor offers screening from the sun and is perfect for hanging plants, speakers or even a fan if you can get electrical to the location. Accessories round it out Consider lighting; from candles to a string of lights on your pergola. Nobody wants a floodlight shining on them. A fire pit, water feature, garden plaques or wrought iron pieces help complete that indoor/outdoor feeling.
MILTON, Ga. – When Paul Jackson and Randy Clevenger, owners of Milton’s Workout Anytime, say you can work out anytime, they mean it. The streamlined, no-frills gym on Bethany Bend and Ga. 9 is open 24 hours a day. Workout Anytime sells itself as the “best workout per square foot in the industry.” Open 24 hours a day, they cram equipment into their locations and have $15 month-to-month memberships. Workout Anytime Vice President of Development Randy Trotter said this makes it easy for people to sign up. “It takes away any objection to join,” he said. “The two things people look out for are long-term contracts and costs to membership. We eliminate that.” Jackson was a member at the Cumming location before he and his wife, Lynn, bought it. “We liked the concept,” he said. The pair joined with Clevenger to open Milton’s location, which Jackson said was a simple choice. “There are two schools close by, a fairly dense population and really no competition,” he said. The location is in the Publix shopping center at the corner of Ga. 9 and Bethany Bend. Milton’s Workout Anytime is about 5,000 square feet and has three employees. Milton’s location marks the 50th Workout Anytime store to open. Trotter said the Dun-
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The Workout Anytime in Milton has opened for business. From left are owners Paul Jackson, Lynn Jackson and Randy Clevenger. woody-based company is aggressively expanding throughout the country. “We doubled locations in 2013 and expect to double again in 2014,” he said. “The fitness business is on fire and our concept works.” For more information, visit workoutanytime.com or call 678-947-0905. The Milton location is at 13800 Ga. 9 in Milton.
Atlanta’s housing market Attracting the younger generation with social media expected to be strong With the spring sales season just around the corner, many homeowners are wondering if this is the right time to buy or sell their home. I’m here to say that now is the time. Analysts believe that 2014 is going to be a very strong year for the Atlanta housing market. According to the National Association of Builders, new home starts were up almost 70 percent in 2013 in the Atlanta metro area. We have not seen this type of increase since before the recession. The current inventory of available homes continues to remain low. As the spring season approaches, builders will have to work hard to keep up with an increasing demand. This creates a great opportunity for homeowners who are looking to list their homes. Lower inventory means less competition! As consumer confidence in the market continues to climb, the demand will be even greater as more and more buyers enter the market. From a buying perspective, interest rates are rising but continue to remain
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The story is set in the late 1950s and is inspired by Elvis Presley and his draft notice into the Army. When Conrad Birdie, an Elvislike rock and roll star, is drafted, his agency devises a publicity stunt to have Conrad premiere one last song and to kiss a girl from his fan club on The Ed Sullivan show prior to going overseas. Hilarity ensues as the small town of Sweet Apple, Ohio, welcomes the super star and is thrust into the spotlight. March 20 - 22, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Lambert High School Auditorium, 805 Nichols Road, Suwanee. Please call 678-471-5312 or visit atldrama.org.
ALADDIN’ AND ‘CITY LIGHTS’
ART IN BLOOM GALA
Experience art and flowers in a fresh way when the Johns Creek Arts Center presents the fourth annual “Art in Bloom,” a celebration of timeless art interpreted by some of the Southeast’s most talented floral designers. Presented in collaboration with the Johns Creek Arts Center Guild, “Art in Bloom” follows the concept of pairing the art of floral design with twodimensional art pieces. A benefit for the Johns Creek Arts Center, “Art in Bloom” opens with an exhibition and gala 7 p.m. March 20. 10700 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek. Please call 770-623-8448 or visit johnscreekarts.org.
THEATER » MILTON PRESENTS ‘LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL’
A musical adaptation of the movie of the same name, “Legally Blonde: the Musical” is a musical comedy that tells the story of Elle Woods, who enrolls in Harvard Law School in an effort to win back her exboyfriend. Eventually, she uses her knowledge of law to successfully defend exercise queen Brooke Wyndham, who has been accused of murdering her billionaire husband. 7 p.m. March 20 – 22. Milton Auditorium, 13025 Birmingham Highway, Milton. Please visit miltontheatrecompany.com for tickets.
The Atlanta Dance Theatre presents a two part show. First is a performance of a choreographed interpretation of the classic tale “Aladdin.” Then, following intermission, an urban dance performance of “City Lights,” featuring an original soundtrack by an Atlanta recording artist. Show times vary. March 28 – 29. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Please call 404-438-3028 or visit atlantadancetheatre.org.
ROSWELL PRESENTS ‘THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE’
Roswell High School Performing Arts Department proudly presents “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” a musical comedy set in the ’20’s about Millie, a small town girl who moves to New York City to marry for money, where she quickly learns to enjoy the flapper lifestyle. March 20, 21 and 23. Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell, Ga. 30075. Please call 770552-4500.
ATLANTA WORKSHOP PLAYERS PRESENT ‘HAIRSPRAY’
Made even more popular by the 2007 movie version starring John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer, Hairspray is a musical with 1960’s-style dance music and rhythm and blues songs. Set in 1962
CALENDAR Baltimore Maryland, teenager Tracy Turnblad’s dream is to dance on The Corny Collins Show, a local TV dance program similar to American Bandstand. When Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes an overnight celebrity and is befriended by Corny, who shares her liberal political views. Show times vary. March 21 - 23. 8560 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 111, Alpharetta. Please call 770-998-8111 or visit atlantaworkshopplayers. com.
WFHS PRESENTS‘ A TALE OF TWO CITIES, THE MUSICAL’
West Forsyth High School presents the musical ‘A Tale of Two Cities.’ Based on Charles Dickens' masterpiece, ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ is a musical that focuses on the love triangle between young beauty Lucie Manette, French aristocrat Charles Darnay and drunken English cynic Sydney Carton - all caught in the clutches of the bloody French Revolution. March 20-22 at 7 p.m., March 23 at 3 p.m. West Forsyth High School, 4155 Drew Rd., Cumming. Please call 678232-0099 or visit wfhsswp. com.
EVENTS » THE 10TH ANNUAL "ALL KIDS COUNT" GALA
The 10th Annual "All Kids Count" Gala is taking place Saturday, March 22nd at 7p.m. at the Grand Hyatt in Buckhead, 3300 Peachtree Rd NE. Help make a difference in the lives of Georgia's children in foster care. The Foster Care Support Foundation is celebrating 17 years of service. Proceeds from this event help fund provisions for an average of 3,000 abused and neglected children annually. With your help, we can reach even more. Special Guests: Monica Kaufman Pearson and Illusionist Joe Turner. Silent and live auction, elegant buffet dinner, open bar, dancing, all for a most worthy cause.
ATLANTA SCIENCE FESTIVAL EXPLORATION EXPO
Explore your inner scientist at the Atlanta Science Festival Exploration Expo. This family-friendly event offers non-stop events, experiments, exhibits, games and entertainment. Open to the public, admission is free. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Marchg 29. Centennial Olympic Park, 265 Park Ave. West Northwest, Atlanta. Please
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RACES & BENEFITS » CLOVERS AND CANINES DOGGY ADOPT-A-THON AND FUNDRAISER
Camp Bow Wow and Home Buddies Alpharetta are hosting their 5th annual Clovers and Canines celebration at the camp. This loving event doubles as an adopt-a-thon for animals in need of homes and as a fundraiser for local shelters and rescues. Noon – 4 p.m. March 22. 1755 Grassland Parkway, Alpharetta. Please call 678-807-8505 or visit campbowwow.com.
RUN SO CHRIS CAN WALK 5K
The 3rd Annual Run So Chris Can Walk 5K is a benefit fundraiser for Project Walk Atlanta, an organization dedicated to improving quality of life for those affected by spinal cord injury through intense exercise based therapy. 8:30 a.m. March 22. 2100 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming. Please call 404-610-5447 or visit runsochriscanwalk.com.
KIDS KICKIN' CANCER 5K
Northwestern Middle School will host their first 5K, and all proceeds will go to the Children's Cancer Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. There will be a Health Fair after the race. 7:30 a.m. March 22. 12805 Birmingham Highway, Milton. Please call 330-475-4843 or visit active.com.
FREE SCREENING OF ‘RACE TO NOWHERE’
An exclusive free screening of the documentary film entitled “Race to Nowhere.” This dynamic film challenges administrators, teachers, parents and communities at large to "rethink the methods by which we prepare our children for success in life." 7 – 8:30 p.m. March 20. 61 Old Canton St., Alpharetta. Please call 770-475-0081 or visit riversacademy.com.
RUN THE RIVER 5K/10K
Experience Spring along the Chattahoochee and enjoy a flat, fast, scenic course. 10k begins at 8 a.m, with 5k and the Fun Run following. March 29. St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell. Please call 404-408-8508 or visit runtheriver.org.
GEORGIA MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON
The Publix Georgia Marathon and Half Marathon will travel through metro Atlanta’s most interesting and historic areas, including the Sweet Auburn District, Inman Park, Decatur, Druid Hills, Virginia-Highland and Midtown areas. Along the way, runners will pass landmarks, including the King Historic Site, Carter Center, four college campuses and Piedmont Park. Race day will also include the Luckie 5K at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta’s Luckie Marietta District. 7 a.m. March 23. Centennial Olympic Park, 265 Park Avenue West Northwest, Atlanta. Please visit georgiamarathon.com.
FARM DAY WITH THE ART BARN
The Chattahoochee Nature Center presents a day of farm animals, crafts and learning. Noon – 4 p.m. March 29. 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. Please call 770-992-2055 or visit chattnaturecenter.org.
TOSSED OUT TREASURES
The Sandy Springs Society will host their 23rd annual “Tossed Out Treasures,” the ultimate flea market. The sale is touted as having the ultimate bargains on high end treasures. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. March 28 – 29. 7200 Roswell Road, Atlanta. Please call 404-983-7406 or visit sandyspringssociety.org.
JAZZ TRUMPETER JOSH LAWRENCE
Josh Lawrence’s band, the Josh Lawrence Jazz 3, fuses influences from New York City and Philadelphia into a fresh new sound called Soul Bop. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. March 22. The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. Please visit thevelvetnote.com.
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Johns Creek Arts Center Summer Camp 2014 The sounds of summer and the voices of happy children will fill the air beginning May 27 as the Johns Creek Arts Center commences its eighth year of summer camp. The JCAC provides one of the most extensive and exceptional summer camps in the North Fulton area. JCAC camps have been a recipient of the Nickelodeon Parents Choice Award for excellence. Typically, more the 900 children attend camp each summer. The skilled and creative educational staff at the Johns Creek Arts Center prides itself in offering a unique arts experience. Each year the teaching staff selects a general theme that serves as the impetus for many creative and innovative projects. The 2014 theme is Myths and Legends. Campers create projects inspired by mythology from all over the world. Each week long camp focuses on mythology and legends of Greece, Asia, Northern Europe or America. Different weeks focus on different legendary traditions. Drawing and painting camps are offered for children four through seventeen. The art center also offers a number of specialty camps includ-
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Understanding Friendship (NAPS)—A heartwarming story of friendship that teaches children about love and acceptance has been created by Paul Harvey, Jr., author, playwright, pianist, composer, award-winning journalist, National Radio Hall of Fame inductee, and the son of legendary radio and television broadcaster Paul Harvey. His first children’s book, “E: A Tale for Everybody,” with illustrations by Bryan C. Butler, is a charming and unusual story that introduces Sara, a precocious and curious cicada faced with the anxious reality of so much to learn and do and so little time to do it in (cicadas emerge every 17 years but live for only about 40 days). Determined to discover meaning in her life and to make the most of the time she has, Sara becomes enamored of a human boy named Sam who soon grows fond of her as well. Friends and family of both, however, seem to disapprove. Teachers and parents can use the book as a teaching tool to help kids learn about friendships; and how to respect and embrace those who are different from themselves. Learn More
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Organic farm offering summer camp Lionheart Gardens, located on 6 acres adjacent to Sonora Creek Horse Farm is an organic garden and experiential learning environment. Campers will enjoy an open environment to explore nature, woodworking, farming, gardening, ceramics, swimming and horseback riding. Campers will share experiences to learn about growing and eating healthy food, maintaining sustainable garden practices, and organic farming. Sensory driven creative
activities, games, drama, and music will be offered. Teachers and professionals from The Lionheart School will direct the camp. Hippotherapy will be provided by a licensed Occupational Therapist. The camp will offer work experiences for older campers in farming, animal and environmental sciences. An enthusiastic camper last summer reported, “Whether we’re scavenging for bugs, starting seeds, weed racing, feeding the chickens,
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Safe Bike Selecting And Riding (NAPS)—When it comes to buying your youngster a new bike, AAA’s Rhonda Shah says it’s vital that you find one that’s the proper size. How To Size A Bike You’ll know the bike fits the child when he or she can sit on the seat and balance the bicycle with the balls of both feet touching the ground and without leaning to one side or the other. If the bicycle seat is in the lowest position and the child cannot touch both feet to the ground, the bike is too large to be ridden safely. “If you want to give the bike as a surprise present,” says Shah, “you’d be wise to go to the bike shop with the child’s measurements and a tape measure in hand.”
Measure the child’s inseam to the ground. The distance from the top of the bike’s horizontal bar (or where it would be on a girl’s bike) to the ground should be an inch or two shorter than that. Other Safety Suggestions • Consider brake design. Children’s bicycles typically have either hand brakes or coaster brakes, which engage when pedaling backwards. Keep in mind that hand brakes can be dangerous for younger children, who have smaller hands and less strength in the wrists. • Everyone, regardless of age or skill level, should wear a bicycle helmet on every ride. Head injuries are the leading cause of death in bicycle crashes but
wearing a properly fitted bicycle helmet has been shown to reduce the risk by up to 85 percent, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Just as a bike must be sized correctly, so should helmets. It’s best to try on a helmet, but if that’s not possible, measure around the recipient’s head at the forehead to determine which size to purchase. Make sure the helmet meets safety standards by looking for a sticker on the inside from the Snell Memorial Foundation, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), ASTM International, or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). • Before taking a spin on a new
The right size bike and helmet mean more comfort and a greater ability to control and ride. bike, check that it’s put together securely and that additional safety equipment, such as horns or lights, have been installed correctly. Wear brightly colored or reflective clothing and learn all safety rules. For more safe bicycling tips, go to ShareTheRoad.AAA.com.
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BIG FUN Under “The Big Top!” CIRCUS CAMP is a camp experience designed to introduce children to CIRCUS, PERFORMING, and VISUAL ARTS. Campers age 5 thru teens. Circus Camp’s philosophy is to build the selfesteem of children through the magic of Circus Arts. It’s
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Camps: Continued from Page 22 tanooga, and all over Atlanta. PPP will introduce the campers to community service events & the new fitness BOOT CAMP program, off-site with trainers! Rising 1st-6th Grade.PPP also boasts the BEST SUMMER CAMP...EVER! for toddlers and preschoolers !! Check us out at peachtreeparkprep.com
Horse Willow South Riding School, NEW Johns Creek location with INDOOR ARENA is a United States Pony Club Center. We offer all levels of instruction. Ages 5 - 12. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. For the true horse enthusiast!! www.willowsouth.com $375 includes water bottle and camp shirt! Send email to info@willowsouth.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 2 - 6, June 9- 13, June 16 - 20, June 23 - 27, July 7 - 11, July 14 - 18, July 21 - 25, July 28 August 1. August 4-8
Music The 7th Annual Vivace! Summer Middle School Band Camp is for band students in the North Fulton, Cobb, Cherokee, Gwinnett & Forsyth County area. Students experience full band, master classes, jazz band/improvisation, marching band techniques, music composition taught by certified teachers. Eligibility: For current 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th grade band students who have been in their public or private school band program OR have taken private lessons at least 1 school year. Also, we have recreation time, end of camp ice-cream party & concert. Cost: $195 by May 1st, $215 thereafter. Sibling, District, & All State discounts are available. REGISTER AT www. vivacecamps.com. Contact: Jay Hutcherson, director@vivacecamps.com. 678-478-8098 Pre School Johns Creek Presbyterian Preschool. Ages 1-6. Goo-ology Camp: June 2-6 will provide naturally curious children an opportunity to investigate Science through songs, books, and hands–on experiments. Of Knights, Princesses and Dragons Camp: June 16-20 enters the world of long ago using play acting, costumes and imaginations. Under the Sea Camp: Aug. 4-8 investigates the wondersof the sea
aboard the preschool’s submarine using sea life art, ocean movement songs and sea creature puppet shows. Pete the Cat Camp: Aug. 11-15 will be movin’ and groovin’ with thiscool cat through songs, rhythm and rhyme. It’s All Good! 9:30am-1pm. 770-476-1166 for camp and preschool info. www.jcpcusa.org/preschool@ jcpcusa.org Tumbletots PreSchool: 2-6 yrs, 9:30-1:30. May 27-Aug. 27. Choose your weeks & days! Art, music, story, themes, fun indoor playground. 770-729-9660 www.funtots.com. Peachtree Corners Johns Creek United Methodist Church Preschool summer camp program consists of 1-week themed sessions: Weeks of June 9th, June 23rd, July 7th, July 14th & July 21st. Mon-Fri, 9:30am1:30pm, 2-5 years. $130/week, registration fee $30. 770-4181730 or 770-497-8215 ext. 1003. www.JohnsCreekUMC. org
Rowing Learn The Olympic Sport of Rowing with Atlanta Junior Rowing Association. Ages 12-18 co-ed, no exp. necessary. Five 2-wk. sessions with U.S. Rowing certified coaches. Choose from 2 morning or 1 evening session. Held at the Chattahoochee River, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell. $175/session. Learn the fundamentals of sweep rowing and begin a basic workout program with the largest and most successful youth rowing program in Georgia! All campers are grouped each session by age, size and skill level, and ages 12-18 may attend any session. However, offered new this year for High School campers only: 3 1-week sessions at $150/session. To register/ or for more info: Jean Veeneman, 404-218-5802 or www. ajracrew.com
Science Zoo Atlanta is an accredited Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) member. Our mission inspires values and wildlife preservation through education and outdoor family fun. From native wildlife to critically endangered species, offering close encounters with 1,500+ animals from around the world, highlights include Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the
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Sports Bridgeway Christian Academy Summer Skills Camp- Alpharetta. 6/2-5 Boys Basketball - BeginnerAges 7-13, Monday-Thursday, 9-1 $125. 6/9-12 - Boys Basketball - Advanced-Ages 9-13 Monday-Thursday 9-1 $1256/16-19-Girls Basketball-Beginner-Ages 7-13 Monday-Thursday 9-1 $125. 6/23-26-Girls BasketballAdvanced-Ages 10-13 Monday-Thursday 9-3 $150. 7/ 7-10-Co-ed Tennis-Ages 10-14 Monday-Thursday 9-11 $75. 7/21-24 Girls Volleyball-Ages 10-14 Monday-Thursday 9-1 $125. 7/28-31 Co-ed Jumping for Jesus Ages 5-10 MondayThursday 9-12 $100. 7/28- 31 Co-ed Soccer-Ages 10-14, Monday-Thursday 8:30-12 $125. Register, plus additional information: Bridgewayca.org. dcohen@bridgewayca.org
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Camp Rockmont for Boys, residential/day, is an interdenominational Christian summer in Western North Carolina with a focus on male development. Activities include camping, hiking, kayaking, blacksmithing, homesteading, canoeing, crafts, guitar, and more! Campers live in a cabin of 8-12 boys their age, select 4 skills to learn and develop, and participate in large-group activities with their age group. Rockmont seeks to foster a better understanding and respect for self and others; an appreciation and concern for the environment; greater self-reliance, self-respect, selfconfidence, and self-esteem; stronger Christian values; and a greater understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. www.rockmont.com; (828) 686-3885.
Georgia Camp Westminster provides the best in Christian camping experiences. Nestled among 120 rustic acres in Conyers, Georgia, this camp is located just 20 miles east of Atlanta. Summer sessions, ages 6-17, offer activities that will encourage personal growth, instill new confidence, and help awaken faith. Each fun-filled day is dynamic, enriching and interactive. Campers are immersed in a beautiful, natural environment with counselors equipped to nurture, instruct and encourage. Morning and evening programs are designed to challenge each camper physically, intellectually, socially, and spiritually. Friendships are spontaneous and enduring, as strong bonds are formed and deepened. Create summer memories that last forever! www.campwestminster.org
South Carolina Camp Cherokee, the Upper Palmetto YMCA’s Resident Camp, was established in 1945 and currently serves boys and girls ages 6-14. Our Camp is located in beautiful Kings Mountain State Park in Blacksburg, South Carolina. Our goal continues to be helping everyone reach their potential by building self-esteem, friendships and character in a safe environment. We offer one or two week camping sessions with activities including Camp Fires, Swimming, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Zip Lining, Canoeing, Crafts, Soccer, Flag Football, LaCrosse, Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, Archery, Themed Dances, Kayaking, Environmental Education, Sailing, Disc Golf and a Horseback Riding Program. www.campcherokee.org or call 803-329-9622
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Silvia Tennis Academy (STA) announced it has added Sugar Mill subdivision in Johns Creek to its tennis management portfolio. The academy also manages tennis programs at Crooked Creek, Seven Oaks and Cambridge subdivisions, all in Alpharetta. STA’s goal is to build the Sugar Mill tennis program into one of the top facilities in Atlanta. Heather Silvia Killingsworth, president and founder of STA, said the company’s success lies in the people who join its staff. “It takes a considerable amount of time and effort to find the right people to help grow the business. We hire selfmotivated professionals who are passionate about what they do,” she said. The result is some of the best talent in the business. Viv Chhetri, who was
the director of junior development at Five Seasons in Chicago, Ill., and Eric Taylor, who spent seven years running the tennis program for the Ritz Carlton of Amelia Island, Fla., have joined Killingsworth in forming STA’s management team. Together, they bring more than 50 years of experience to the table. They share one common goal – changing lives through tennis. “Our management team strongly believes in continuing education not only for ourselves, but also for our professionals,” said Killingsworth. “We encourage them to attend conferences and conventions that they feel will help them become a better tennis professional.” For information on Silvia Tennis Academy, please visit www.silviatennis. com.
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Hooch’s Cioffi to play lacrosse at SCAD JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – Chattahoochee High School’s Jack Cioffi has signed a letter of intent to play lacrosse at Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah. SCAD competes in Division II of the Southeastern Lacrosse Conference. A four-year letterman, Cioffi helped Chattahoochee reach the Georgia 4-AAAA state quarterfinals in 2012 and the Georgia 6A state quarterfinals in 2013. As a junior, he was named to the GHSA 6A All-State Second Team, was Chattahoochee’s MVP and Offensive Player of the Year and was chosen a DiVarsity All-Star and Student Athlete of the Year. He was team captain, Academic Athlete and Palmer Dodge Athlete of the Week. Cioffi, a midfielder, played for Liam Banks’ elite LB3-Atlanta club team for four years. He has also served the Chattahoochee lacrosse program as a Cougar2-Cougar mentor and has coached several Jr.
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Kylie Aiken, center, with her parents Tracey and Jeff Aiken, as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, Team Georgia coach Reese Jacobs, CHS varsity coach Machelle Zirlott, brother Harrison Aiken, Team Georgia coach Beth Spak and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
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Tasleem “Taz” Wilson, center, with his mother Krystal Wilson as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, head football coach Mike Owens and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
Hooch’s Aiken to play Hooch’s Wilson signs Division III softball at Berry to play football at UAB JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee High School’s Kylie Aiken has committed to play softball at Berry College in Rome, Ga., an NCAA Division III school that competes in the Southern Athletic Association (SAA). Aiken, a four-year starter, was captain of Hooch’s softball team in 2013. Aiken was named to the All-Region Honorable Mention team in 2011 and was First Team All-Region her junior
and senior seasons. Throughout her career at Chattahoochee, Aiken has won numerous honors, including the Coaches Award, three Golden Glove Awards for outstanding defense, three Academic Athletic Awards, two PTSA Scholar Athlete Awards for highest team grade point average, the Cougar Award and Palmer Dodge Student Athlete of the Week. —McKenzie Cunningham
Libby Jennette, center, with her parents Tim and Leslie Jennette, as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, East Cobb Cheetah’s head coach Leticia Beverly, CHS head track coach Matt Crooks and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
Hooch’s Jennette to run track, cross country at Limestone JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee High School’s Libby Jennette has committed to run track and cross country at Limestone College in Gaffney, S.C. Limestone is an NCAA Division II school that competes in Conference Carolinas. Jennette, a four-year varsity letterman, has competed in the 100-meter, 200-meter, 400-meter, 4x400-meter
relay and the 800-meter for Chattahoochee. She has competed in the 2013 USATF state cross country championships, the 2013 USATF Cross County Junior Olympics, the 2013 AAU National Junior Olympics, the 2013 and 2014 TFCUSA National Championships and the 2013 USATF Youth Indoor National Championships. —McKenzie Cunningham
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee’s Tasleem “Taz” Wilson has signed a national letter of intent to play football at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, an NCAA Division I school that competes in Conference USA in the Eastern Division. Wilson was Chattahoochee’s senior co-captain and quarterback with a se-
nior season record of 2,274 yards and 16 touchdowns. He is a three-time NFFTD Player of the Game Offensive Award winner, 2013 VTO Quarterback MVP, 2013 National Underclassmen Combine Quarterback and Leadership MVP and National Honor Society student. —McKenzie Cunningham
Adam Abdellaoui, center, with his parents, Susan and Chokri Abdellaoui, as well as, from left, CHS Assistant Athletic Director Jason Hicks, CHS boys’ soccer head coach Les Meenan and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
Hooch’s Abdellaoui to play soccer at Georgia Southern JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee High School’s Adam Abdellaoui has committed to play soccer at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, a NCAA Division I school that completes in the Sun Belt Conference. Abdellaoui, one of the current soccer team captains, is a three-year letterman in soccer and a four-year letterman in football. He was a member
of the 2010 AAAA state championship football team, the 2011 AAAAA region championship football team and the 2011 AAAA state championship soccer team. Abdellaoui played club soccer with Concorde Fire for nine years. He was a varsity player at Chattahoochee as a freshman and sophomore and again this year as a senior. —McKenzie Cunningham
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Broadway’s music comes to Gainesville Talent from the Great White Way appearing onstage at Brenau College By HATCHER HURD hatcher@northfulton.com GAINESVILLE, Ga. – It is not often one gets to see some of the best Broadway songs performed live on stage, especially by some of the stars who sang them on the Broadway stage. But with the Arts Council’s help, that is what is happening at Brenau College. Neil Berg’s “101 Years of Broadway” recreates the biggest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Les Miserables,” “Evita” and “Cats.” These Broadway performers light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. “101 Years of Broadway” presents brilliantly revived arrangements of Broad-
way classics as well as the best songs from Broadway’s newest hit shows. “It makes sense because it is the greatest American music with the greatest American Broadway stars in one night. What’s not to love?” said Berg, the show’s producer. Berg’s role is to lead his audience through the history of Broadway Theatre and introduce to them his illustrious cast of Broadway veterans who are, in many cases, recreating roles they played or originated on Broadway or various national and international tours. When these memorable vocals are combined with some stellar live instrumental performances, the end result is an auditory feast traversing from the organic depths of pathos, humor and pleasure gleamed by finely polished professionals. To Berg’s credit, this concert is
not of the cruise ship variety. There is formidable talent in this ensemble, which recreate magical Broadway moments rather than posture and rest on its credible resumés. Among the stars onstage: Carter Calvert is best known for originating her role in the Tony-nominated, “It Ain’t Nothin’ But the Blues” on Broadway. The New York Times wrote, “Carter Calvert effervesces: her voice echoes chimes in the night” and “Her smoldering grip on ‘Fever’ is positively dangerous.” Lawrence Clayton has appeared nationally as Jean Valjean in the 25th anniversary production of “Les Miserables.” Off-Broadway roles include Judas in “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Madison Square Garden. Chuck Wagner has performed on Broadway as Athos in “The Three Musketeers,” Rapunzel’s Prince in the original Broadway cast of Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods,” and Javert in “Les Miserables.”
If you go What: The Arts Council proudly presents as part of the Arts Council Pearce Series “Neil Berg’s ‘101 Years of Broadway.’” When: Wednesday, March 26, at 8 p.m. Where: Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium Cost: $35 adults; $32 seniors (65+); $28 students. Call 770.534.2787 or www.TheArtsCouncil.net Directions: From Ga. 400, go north to Exit 17 (Gainesville exit) and turn right off exit ramp. Turn right onto Browns Bridge Road (at Walgreen’s). Continue on Browns Bridge Road for about 16 miles. It becomes Jesse Jewell Parkway. At the intersection of Jesse Jewell Parkway and E.E. Butler Street, turn left onto E.E. Butler. Turn right onto Washington Street. Pearce Auditorium is ahead after first stop sign.
Berg is the composer/ lyricist of the hit off-Broadway musical “The Prince and the Pauper,” which ran for two years at the Lambs Theater in New York City. The New York Times raved, “‘Prince and the Pauper’ [soars] on wings of
theatrical fun.” Berg is currently the composer for the new Broadwaybound musical “Grumpy Old Men,” based on the Warner Brothers movie classic starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau.
Atlanta Dance Theatre performs North Atlanta Dance presents ‘Aladdin’ and the ‘City Lights’ Chopin’s ‘Les Sylphides’ ROSWELL, Ga. — In two contrasting acts, the Atlanta Dance Theatre merges the enchanting ballet “Aladdin” with urban dance choreographed to the original music of major-label recording artist Nick. The opening act, “Aladdin,” was interpreted and choreographed by ADT Associate Director Shelley Grames. The enchanting story about the charming and quick-witted street urchin Aladdin and a Sultan’s beautiful daughter is told through the dazzling costumes and amazing dance talent of the ballet. In part two, the more modern “City Lights” showcases the exclusive urban dance experience of collaborating ADT dancers, select Atlanta choreographers and Nick. Recording artist “Nick” is debuting his “City Lights” EP during the ADT performance. Nick and his music have been featured in Jezebel Magazine, the WE Network, Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards, Fox’s “Good Morning Atlanta” and CBS’s “Better Mornings Atlanta.” He is also an accomplished ballet dancer. He was trained at the School of American Ballet and has danced internationally with companies such as Kirov Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Atlanta Opera and Carolina Ballet. Nick recently appeared with ADT in “The Nutcracker, Land of Sweets,” and is featured as Aladdin in the opening segment of “Aladdin and the City Lights.” Performances will be held at the
International concert pianist Piotr Folkert to accompany acclaimed dance suite
Roswell Cultural Arts Center on Friday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 29 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $19 in the balcony and $29 in orchestra center seating. Tickets can be purchased online at www.adtshows.com. For more information about the performance, visit www.atlantadancetheatre.org. – Lindsey Conway
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. – North Atlanta Dance Theatre (NADT), one of Johns Creek’s premiere performing arts organizations, is teaming up with internationally renowned concert pianist Piotr Folkert. The spring concert presentation of the great Polish composer Frederick Chopin’s “Les Sylphides” is part of NADT’s “Romance” featuring “Pas De Quatre,” “Les Sylphides” and “Aurora’s Wedding” from the last act of “Sleeping Beauty” at the Gwinnett Performing Arts Center. “Les Sylphides” is a suite of romantic ballet dances set to music by Chopin, one of the premier composers of the Romantic Age. This romantic abstract ballet depicts the fantasy of the romantic poet as he muses over his imaginary Sylphs. Folkert, who is not only Polish born but one of the premier interpreters of Chopin, will be joined by his two daughters Eliza and Emilia Folkert, both highly accomplished pianists in their own right. Also, there is another strong Polish connection. Kristofer Wojtera of the Louisville Ballet will dance the lead role of the poet in “Les Sylphides.” “This is a very auspicious occasion,” said Michael Garrison, North Atlanta Dance Theatre’s founder and
If you go What: North Atlanta Dance Theatre When: Sat. & Sun.; March22-23 Where: Gwinnett Performing Arts Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth Cost: $15 - $28 More Info: www.gwinnettcenter. com/events
artistic director. “Piotr and I have been discussing the idea of collaborating ever since the Folkerts enrolled their daughters in our school, North Atlanta Dance Academy.” “With my decision to present ‘Les Sylphides,’ I knew this would be the perfect vehicle for us to collaborate,” he said. This event is historic for the company on several levels, Garrison said. It is NADT’s first occasion to perform with live musical accompaniment. And “Les Sylphides” is traditionally performed with full orchestration. This may be the first time it is presented with solo piano of Chopin’s original composition. “Aurora’s Wedding” is the charming finale to the Sleeping Beauty ballet, and features the wedding of Princess Aurora to her Prince Desire.
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Logan Lindy, center, with her parents Melanie and Ira Lindy as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, Alpharetta Ambush coach Doug Yearwood, Gwinnett Soccer Association coach Andy Trevers, brother Gil Lindy, CHS women’s soccer head coach Vince Strine, CHS women’s community coach Gina Mumma and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
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Courtney Hicks, center, with her parents Kathy and Stan Hicks, as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, speed and agility coach David Migliore of Evolution Sports Lab, UFA club coach Jerome Samuels, CHS girls’ varsity coaches Vince Strine and Gina Mumma and CHS Principal Tim Duncan
Hooch’s Lindy to play soccer for Valdosta Hooch’s Hicks to play soccer
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee High School’s Logan Lindy has signed a national letter of intent to play soccer for the Valdosta State University Blazers. “Logan is very strong in one-onone defending,” said Mel Heinz, VSU women’s soccer coach. “I can’t wait to have her on the field and hopefully contribute immediately with her speed and smarts on the back
line.” Lindy has been a starter since her freshman year, as well as a longtime Ambush Soccer Club player. A member of the 2011 region championship team that went to the quarterfinals in the GHSA state playoffs that same year, Lindy was named 2013 MVP and received the Academic Athlete Award the past three seasons. —McKenzie Cunningham
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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Chattahoochee High School’s Courtney Hicks has signed a national letter of intent to play soccer at Georgia Gwinnett College. Hicks is a four-year varsity letterman and started games as goalkeeper each of her four years at Chattahooch-
ee. She was selected team captain her senior year. Hicks has also played club soccer for the United Futbol Academy. She led her team to the 2013 Atlanta Cup title, allowing only one goal in five games. —McKenzie Cunningham
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Collin Lisa, center, with his father Gary Lisa, as well as, from left, CHS Athletic Director Milo Mathis, coach Tyron Kirkland, CHS head football coach Michael Owens, coach Vince Strine and CHS Principal Tim Duncan.
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ing yards for the AAAAAA classification. As a junior, Lisa was named to the 2012 Class AAAAAA All-Conference and All-Region team. As a freshman and sophomore, he was named to the Union County (N.C.) First Team All-Conference (2010, 2011) and the Union County (N.C.) First Team All-County (2011). Lisa amassed a total of about 3,300 yards on about 200 receptions and 38 touchdowns in four years. —McKenzie Cunningham
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XL212 holds 2014 year-end awards ALPHARETTA, Ga. — On March 10, XL212 hosted a year-end awards banquet to recognize and honor basketball players from all over the North Fulton and Forsyth area. The following awards were presented: • Girls’ Academic Player of the Year: Jade Davis – St. Francis • Girls’ Underclassman of the Year: Jenna Staiti – West Forsyth • Girls’ Player of the Year: Andreona Keys – Roswell • Girls’ Coach of the Year: Eric Herrick – North Forsyth
• Boys’ Academic Player of the Year: Roger Rickman – Fellowship Christian • Boys’ Underclassman of the Year: Kobi Simmons – St. Francis • Boys’ Player of the Year: Marcus Sheffield – Chattahoochee • Boys’ Coach of the Year: Cabral Huff – St. Francis The banquet kicked off the inaugural North Metro Senior All-Star Basketball Experience, a week of skill competitions, ending with an allstar game. —McKenzie Cunningham
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Concussion: Continued from Page 14 year, and the number is rising, experts say. “We see kids with concussions several times a week,” said Dr. Russ Mitchell of Northside Emergency Associates. Statistics show football is the No. 1 traumatic brain injury sport in the country, with
sports like lacrosse, soccer, cheerleading and gymnastics following closely behind. Last year, Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal signed the Georgia Youth Concussion law to protect children from sustaining injuries from unnoticed or untreated concussions. The law requires parents to sign a concussion-information form before their child can participate in sports and that any child with a possible concussion be removed from the
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McCrary - Wilson Barry McCrary and John and Monica Ray announce the engagement of their daughter, Mari Catherine McCrary, to Aaron Brent Wilson, son of Steve and Bettye Gary of Longview, Texas. The future bride graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in International Affairs and was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She is currently working as an Assistant Banking Center Manager for Bank of America in Dallas, Texas. The future groom graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He is currently a manager in AT&T’s Global Business Solutions organization. They both reside in Dallas, Texas. The wedding is planned for October 11, 2014, at The Ashford Manor just outside of Athens, Georgia. CITY OF ALPHARETTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following items will be heard at a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 3, 2014 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia. The Planning Commission will hold a workshop at 6:30 p.m. Items forwarded by the Planning Commission will be considered by the City Council on Monday, April 28, 2014 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Alpharetta City Hall Council Chambers, 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia. a. Z-14-05/CLUP-14-03/V-14-06 Winthrope Park Townhomes Consideration of a request to rezone approximately 6 acres from C-2 to R8A in order to develop 47 townhomes. A change to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to allow “High Density Residential” is also requested as well as a reduction in the required undisturbed buffer adjacent to the commercial property northeast of the site. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1124, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. b. Z-14-02/CLUP—14-04/V-14-09 Broadwell House Consideration of a request to rezone approximately .7 acres from SU/O-P to R8A in order to develop 6 for-sale condominium units. A change to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to allow “High Density Residential” is also requested as well as a height variance from 35’ to allow 48’ and a minimum lot size of less than one acre. The property is legally described as being located in Land Lot 1170, 2nd District, 2nd Section, Fulton County, Georgia. Note: Georgia law requires that all parties who have made campaign contributions to the Mayor or to a Council Member in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) within the past two (2) years must complete a campaign contribution report with the Community Development Department. The complete text of the Georgia law and a disclosure form are available in the office of the City Clerk, 2 South Main Street.
asking our child how they feel,” she said. Her son’s treatment plan incudes rest, limited stimulation and activity until his symptoms are gone. Garramone’s son didn’t black out from the injury, but that’s not always the case with a concussion. Dr. William Primos, of Children’s Healthcare, said traumatic brain injuries like concussions vary in intensity. “Each injury is unique dependent upon the location and intensity of the hit, as well as
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Georgia Tech ATLANTA – Zachary Campbell, a sophomore at Georgia Tech, made the Faculty Honors list for both spring and fall 2013. The Faculty Honors List recognizes those students who achieve a 4.0 grade point average.
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SAVANNAH, Ga. – Local residents recently graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Jessica Gray of Johns Creek earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design with a minor in advertising. Sarah Al-Mahdi of Alpharetta earned a bachelor’s degree in fashion marketing and management with a minor in photography. Elizabeth Ordonez of Roswell earned a bachelor’s degree in advertising. Joshua Wood of Alpharetta earned a master’s degree in visual effects. Andrew Averso of Cumming earned a bachelor’s degree in fashion marketing and management. Ann Hancock of Suwanee earned a bachelor’s degree in visual communication. Joshua Wood of Alpharetta earned a master’s degree in visual effects.
WINDSOR, Conn. – Samir Agadi, a sophomore from Alpharetta, has been named to the Honor Roll for the fall 2013 term at the Loomis Chaffee School.
Louisburg College LOUISBURG, N.C. – Jeffrey Sneed of Cumming completed courses with exemplary marks and made the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Louisburg College. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have a semester grade point average of at least 3.5. In addition, Kenneth Miller of Duluth completed courses with exemplary marks and made the Honors List for fall semester 2013 at Louisburg College. To be named to the Honors List, a student
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Brevard College BREVARD, N.C. – Two local students were honored by Brevard College in Brevard, N.C., for their work during the fall 2013 semester. Nicholas Bier of Cumming was named to the Dean’s List. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher for the semester. Christopher Frohsin of Milton was named to the Honor Roll. To be eligible for the Honor Roll, students must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49 during the semester.
Robert P. Amitrano, 65, of Alpharetta, passed away March 5, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Larry M. Nations, 63, of Suwanee, passed away March 5, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
Ruby F. Barrett, 94, of Cumming, passed away March 11, 2014. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.
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Robert Daly, 67, of Milton, passed away March 5, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
JoAnne Ellis, 50, of Cumming, passed away March 6, 2014. Arrangements by Northside Chapel Funeral Directors.
Armstrong Atlantic State University SAVANNAH, Ga. – The following local students were named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah. To make the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.6. John Gomez of Roswell is a radiological sciences/nuclear
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