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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Police arrested a woman Nov. 17 for shoplifting from the Macy’s at North Pointe Circle. An asset protection officer said he began to watch the woman when she entered the store because the woman was suspected in other thefts at a nearby store. The woman was seen taking several items into a dressing

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Letter alerts woman to fraudulent accounts ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta woman met with police Nov. 15 after she was alerted to fraudulent activity through a credit report. On Nov. 4, the woman received a letter about a new bank account she had not created. The woman decided to pull a credit report, and she found several loan applications made using her information. She closed the accounts and froze her credit before contacting police.

Resident’s home ransacked on Wood Creek Trail ROSWELL, Ga. — Police are investigating a Nov. 18 home burglary at Wood Creek Trail. The resident told police he left for work that morning and returned at 11 p.m. When he came home, he saw that his bedroom had been ransacked and his belongings were on the floor. About $1,000 in cash was missing.Police said it appeared the thief had entered the room through the bedroom window.

Fraudulent charges made on woman’s debit card ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A woman met with police Nov. 17 after she noticed several

room with a stroller, then emerge without the items in sight. The asset protection officer said he stopped the woman after she left without purchasing anything and found the items concealed on the stroller. The total value of the clothes was more than $1,100. The woman, later identified as 31-year-old Rozita Popal of Lawrenceville, was arrested for felony shoplifting.

attempted fraudulent transactions on her stolen debit card. The woman had visited Main Event on Davis Drive. While she was there, her debit card went missing. Soon after, the woman found three attempted transactions and a successful $30 transaction on her card.

Woman finds car purchase while checking her credit ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A woman contacted police Nov. 15 when she found that someone had used her information to purchase a car. While checking her credit report, the woman was alerted about a suspicious purchase made in January 2017 at the Mall of Georgia Ford. The woman called the company and learned that the purchase was used using her personal information, including her Social Security number. The woman had previously been a customer at the dealership.

Wanted man arrested during traffic stop ROSWELL, Ga. — Police arrested a man Nov. 20 after they were alerted that he had a warrant out for his arrest during a traffic stop. Police had been patrolling on Mansell Road, when an officer saw a car run a red light. Police stopped the driver, who said he was aware that he had run the light. While talking to the driver, police were informed that he was wanted in Milton. Police arrested the driver, 23-year-old Daniel Leon of Alpharetta, on warrant and

DUI arrests Gerry William Jimenez, 45, of Riverdale Road, Atlanta, was arrested Nov. 16 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for DUI and failure to maintain lane. Amber Denise Dean, 28, of Calibre Creek Parkway, Roswell, was arrested Nov. 23 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for DUI combination. Lisa Jane Littlewood, 57, of Rocky Creek Drive, Roswell, was arrested Nov. 17 on North Coleman Road in Roswell for DUI and failure to maintain lane.

DRUG arrests Gary James Hagadorn, 60, of Pebble Court, Columbus, was arrested Nov. 16 on Ga. 400 in Alpharetta for possession of methamphetamine. Jamontae Jordan, 26, was arrested Nov. 17 on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta for possession of cocaine. for failure to obey traffic control devices.

Woman thwarts scam as ‘secret shopper’ ROSWELL, Ga. — A Roswell woman contacted police Nov. 20 after she received a suspicious letter. The letter included a $4,000 and claimed that the woman had been selected for a secret shopper program. It instructed her to cash the check, withdraw the same amount, obtain four $1,000 cashier’s checks and send them to an address in New Jersey. The woman instead went to police.

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Roswell war memorial marker placement sparks debate By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Few subjects stir Roswell residents’ passions like the topic of the city’s war memorial. Dozens of locals met at the Nov. 15 City Council meeting when officials voted unanimously to sustain an earlier community and staff-based recommendation for placement of two new memorial markers by the Faces of War Memorial behind City Hall. Councilman Matt Judy was not in attendance. The new markers include one Blue Star Marker to honor members of the armed forces, and one Gold Star Families Marker to honor families who lost a loved one during service in the armed forces. A final decision on where to place the markers was initially listed on the council’s consent agenda, which members usually approve with no discussion. But in a rare move, the item was considered in open discussion and allowed for public comment. At issue was the exact placement of the memorial markers. The Administration, Finance, Recreation and Parks Committee had initially decided to place the markers about 4-5 feet away from the walkway on either side of the war memorial. The idea was to make the markers even with the landscaping, said Deputy City Administrator Michael Fischer. That decision changed, however, at the committee’s Nov. 12 meeting. During discussion, committee members recommended moving the markers about 2 feet farther from the war memorial for a cleaner view, Fischer said. “[It’s] so that when you’re looking at the Faces of War, you can take it in as a whole with the landscaping that is there,” Fischer said. “Or, you can step back and look at it and both of the [me-

Two new war memorial markers will be placed about 4-5 feet on either side of the Faces of War Memorial. morial markers] are there.” Attendees, including representatives of the Roswell Garden Club, Roswell Memorial Day and Roswell Rotary Club Committee, were not happy with the new placement. “The placement is important for several reasons,” said Elwyn Gaissert on behalf of the Roswell Memorial Day Committee and Roswell Rotary Club. “These markers can bring closure to people.” Vietnam veteran George Nelson, one of 12 original members who helped put together the war memorial, also spoke against increasing the distance between the markers.

“What is the significance of making that movement?” he said. “Why do they need be moved 2-3 feet? Unless you really, really have something that makes sense… then I hope you understand that veteran that’s been involved with this, every veteran that’s come to see this, would not appreciate the political side getting involved over 2 or 3 feet.” Councilman Matthew Tyser said he was surprised to hear about the new placement. “I have no objections to moving them to the original place,” he said before motioning for the original marker placement.

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The new markers include one Blue Star Marker to honor members of the armed forces, and one Gold Star Families Marker to honor families who lost a loved one during service in the armed forces.

Drone use without credentials may be banned in Roswell By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — If a City Council vote holds up, residents may no longer fly drones in Roswell or land them on city property. The City Council voted unanimously Nov. 25 to approve on first reading an ordinance amendment governing unmanned aircrafts, such as drones, and excludes satellites. The new amendment, if passed on second reading, would mirror current laws created by the Federal Aviation Administration, prohibiting drone operation within the city and launching or landing drones on city property.

The drive behind the amendment, according to Captain Kyle Ratliff, is public safety. “From our perspective what we’re looking at is mainly large crowd events just because these helicopters have rotators that spin at several thousand RPMs to keep the device in flight,” Ratliff said at a previous Public Safety and Public Works Committee on the topic. “Crashing down into a crowd of people can cause significant damage.” He said watching drones fly over Alive in Roswell crowds and the 4th of July fireworks especially motivated him to do something. “What really got to me was the 4th of July fireworks with the drones flying

directly over the kids,” he said. “Internationally, there have been incidents where drones have been used to intentionally cause damage to people and property.” Although drone-related incidents haven’t been an issue in Roswell so far, Police Chief James Conroy said the topic has come up in his previous work with DeKalb Police and with Super Bowl security. For example, he said, a drone was flown over an accident scene, creating tension for first responders who weren’t sure what it was or what it was carrying, if anything. The new ordinance, however, would allow police to enforce the same laws

used by the Federal Aviation Administration in the city, Conroy said. Drones could still be flown in the city if the owner received proper authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration, which requires specific training. The City Council is expected to discuss the second reading of the amendment at the Dec. 9 meeting.

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Goodwill CEO stresses need for charitable giving at Dunwoody Chamber event By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — Goodwill of North Georgia CEO Keith Parker met with the Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber on Nov. 19 to discuss poverty, job training and charitable giving. The talk was part of the chamber’s Diversity and Inclusion series. Parker, a Roswell resident, took the helm at Goodwill of North Georgia in October 2017. Prior to his new leadership role, Parker served as CEO of MARTA. “This Atlanta metro area is interesting,” Parker said. “By almost any measure, it’s one of the best places to live in PARKER America. The unemployment rate is extraordinarily low … we have a great airport, an incredible music scene and movie scene, but at the same time the worst places to be born poor.” In some zip codes in Atlanta, if you’re born into poverty, there’s a 96 percent chance you’ll die in poverty, Parker said. Income inequality and a lack of economic mobility should not be Atlanta’s reputation, he argued.

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Goodwill of North Georgia CEO Keith Parker speaks before the Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber Nov. 19 as part of its Diversity and Inclusion series at The Capital Grille in Dunwoody. “What’s the number one way to get out of poverty?” Parker asked. “A job, and that’s what we do.” Goodwill accepts donations of clothes and home goods at any of its 62 retail stores, then uses the revenue for career training. Annually, Goodwill collects upwards of $2.5 million in donations and

serves more than 7 million shoppers. There’s a perception that Goodwill shoppers are mostly low income, when actually their typical shoppers are middle-aged, middle-class women, Parker said “Our shoppers include everyone from college students who don’t want

the same T-shirt they can get from any other store, to seniors who don’t want to spend a ton of money on new golf clubs, to parents of young children,” he said. “They think, ‘Why in the world am I going to go spend retail prices on this brand-new stuff when my 6-year-old is going to outgrow it in three months anyway?’” Goodwill estimates that in 2018 it helped divert 4 billion pounds of material from landfills. Goodwill employs nearly 3,000 people, and by the end of the year will have helped 26,000 people find jobs in 2019, many of them veterans, former inmates and people with disabilities. “We accept any person who comes through the door asking for help,” Parker said. “The only thing we don’t do is try to motivate people to work. You have to have the motivation to want to work yourself, everything else we’ll help you with.” Parker said Goodwill isn’t slowing down, it plans to open dozens of new stores and help 130,000 people find jobs in the next five years. “Please continue to donate and donate to Goodwill,” Parker said. “It turns into workforce development opportunities for others.”

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Cambridge High students harvest crops at local garden By ADAM DARBY adam@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — Nestled next to one of the largest urban areas in the Southeast, Cambridge High School’s Future Farmers of America program is using every opportunity to learn about farming. Students wake up early to conduct a small business of their own. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. during their first period, Cambridge FFA students meet at their small garden to tend and harvest crops for resale to parents and teachers. The garden at Old Rucker Park and Farm at 900 Rucker Road in Alpharetta was donated to the city in 2017 by Whole Foods Market. It was then opened to the school for the sole purpose of agricultural education. Since then, the farm has given interested students the opportunity to garner some firsthand farming experience of their own. “The primary purpose of this farm is education,” said Amanda Musilli, Community Services manager for the city’s Recreation Parks and Cultural Services Department. “We found a very supportive and willing partner at Cambridge High School. When we see very obvious failure happening, we let it happen so that learning can happen, because the students now will never forget how to put a seedling in the ground.” The Cambridge High School FFA Chapter has been active since 2015. For roughly a year, the garden has been made available to seniors involved with the FFA program. Students have the opportunity to experience a small taste of farm life with the responsibilities of maintaining their own crops and

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The students are currently harvesting turnips, collard greens, mustard greens, radishes, arugula, beats, Brussels sprouts, lettuce, and frisée. produce. “We get to work when the sun rises and I get to work with all of my best friends…I think it’s a really special experience,” said Allie Maloney, a Cambridge senior. “Agriculture is the industry that feeds and fuels our lives, and being able to have that firsthand experience on the farm is really important.” Arriving at 7:30 a.m. sharp, the students quickly discuss what jobs need

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completed, assign the appropriate tasks, and get to work. Musilli oversees the labor and helps the students along the way. Despite the cold weather conditions, students are successfully harvesting their crops for the season. At a special presentation before the Alpharetta City Council early this month, FFA students explained the significance of the farm to education. “When we’re out at the farm and we’re putting together this business, we are learning life skills,” said Cambridge senior Jaiden Stidston. “To be able to actually implement that into a classroom and work and see the real work and hard effort that we put into this class… it’s so fulfilling and it’s a great way that we get to share with our community.” The students are currently harvest-

ing turnips, collard greens, mustard greens, radishes, arugula, beats, Brussels sprouts, lettuce, and frisée. Unfortunately, nightly visits from rabbits have put the sweat pea harvest on hold. Five shares of the crops are sold each week. Outside the harvest, each student is responsible for carrying out individual duties including writing up environmental tips for the student newsletter, social media updates and promotion, membership, and the inclusion of a new recipe for each box of crops sold every week. “There’s really no other place to have this kind of learning experience that’s really tactile and hands-on…there’s a whole different kind of learning that happens when you’re responsible for things and you get to see it from start to finish,” Musilli said.

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State School Superintendent Richards Woods, center, was among the many city, county and state dignitaries on hand Nov. 22 for the construction celebration of Innovation Academy in downtown Alpharetta. With construction nearing completion on the exterior of the building, the focus now turns to interior finishes as the school prepares for an August 2021 opening. The STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) high school will be a magnet school open to students in the north part of Fulton County. A south county STEM school will open concurrently. Among the many dignitaries attending the construction celebration were Fulton Schools Superintendent Mike Looney, North Fulton school board members Julia Bernath, Gail Dean, Linda McCain, Katie Reeves and Katha Stuart, State Sen. Brandon Beach, Fulton County Commissioner Liz Hausmann, Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin and council members John Hipes, Dan Merkel and Karen Richards.

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Alpharetta maps out big-ticket needs for 2020 Officials doing deep dive into parks, roads, police By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — City leaders are taking a deep dive this month into big-ticket items planned for Alpharetta parks, roads and public safety. Through a series of public workshops during December, department heads will present an overview of major projects and initiatives still awaiting full funding and rank them by priority. “We’re using December as an opportunity for our council members to say, ‘These are projects that we should look at,”’ Alpharetta City Councilman Jason

Binder said. “It’s our job to alleviate traffic congestion and improve quality of life.” Up first is parks and recreation. The council was set to hear a presentation this week from Parks and Recreation Director Morgan Rodgers who submitted a list of close to two dozen projects in the pipeline. Atop the list are improvements to the Wills Park Equestrian Center, including new and renovated show rings, a new parking lot and new barns. Also heading the priority list are new and renovated restrooms at Haynes Bridge Park and Marconi Park trailheads and at Wacky World and North Park. Binder said the council is not limited by staff recommendations.

Council members may want to prioritize acquisition of more parkland, he said, because available greenspace is shrinking. Next Monday, at the Dec. 9 meeting, the council will hear a presentation on public works projects, including street and sidewalk improvements. That list will also include updates on multi-million-dollar projects funded through the transportation sales tax and the city’s own special bond referendum passed by voters in 2016. In an update to the City Council last April, Public Works Director Pete Sewczwicz said some of the major projects, like widening of Old Milton Parkway, remain underfunded and may take years to complete. He said staff has been working with design consultants to evaluate design alternatives to reduce construction and right-of-way costs on the project. Other projects, like adding lanes to Windward Parkway from Ga. 9 east to Union Hill Road, are incurring mounting expenses. Right-of-way alone, Sewczwicz said, could cost the entire portion of the TSPLOST funds allotted. As a result, the new scope of work runs from Westside Parkway east to the Ga. 400 ramp. From there, the widening work skips, because

of the Ga. 400 managed lane project, to North Point Parkway where it picks up eastward. Public Safety Director John Robison will discuss major needs in police and fire at the Dec. 16 City Council workshop. Alpharetta Assistant City Administrator James Drinkard said the December workshops will also explore where money to fund the projects would come from, or how much money could become available next year. The entire exercise is focused on giving city officials a heads-up on budget planning for the coming year, just ahead of more extensive discussions scheduled for the annual council retreat sometime in January or February. In a letter published in this week’s Herald newspaper, Alpharetta City Councilman Ben Burnett called on residents to participate in the process by contacting council members at citycouncilandmayor@alpharetta.ga.us and submitting their list of priorities for the city. “Alpharetta is a beautiful home, but much of our home is a proverbial ’30-year-old house,’” Burnett stated. “Balance-sheet-wise, your city is in tremendous shape. But, proverbially speaking, we have a ‘honey do list.’”

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Patrons confused, upset about sealed mailboxes By PATRICK FOX pat@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Local residents have been scratching their heads in recent weeks over the U.S. Postal Service’s decision to seal off several outdoor collection mailboxes, including both at the post office drive-thru on Old Milton Parkway. The action has forced those wishing to mail letters at the post office to park and deposit their cards and letters inside. “It is ridiculous because you have to go inside,” said Alpharetta resident Rita Brown. “That’s not why people go there to drop their mail off. They drop their mail off because they’re in a hurry. Nobody wants to park and go in.” Brown said she began using the Old Milton Parkway drive-thru about six months ago when the outside drop box near her residence at Avalon was taped shut. But then, in recent weeks, the drive-thru boxes at the Old Milton Parkway facility were sealed. That has left the parking lot pretty busy at times. With close to 50 stalls available, some drivers have had to bide their time while a space

opens up. “I don’t even check the one at Avalon anymore because I got so disgusted,” Brown said. But just to be thorough, Brown decided to check it out on Monday. The slot was unsealed and ready for action. The U.S. Postal Service processes more than 3 billion pieces of First-Class mail during the final week leading up to Christmas. The rush in business usually begins building after the first week of December. Calls to the Alpharetta Post Office seeking an explanation for why the collection boxes were sealed were not returned. However, within the past week, one of the drive-thru letter boxes has been opened up for service. It has posted times of collection as 5 p.m. weekdays and 2 p.m. Saturday. When asked for an explanation of the Alpharetta letter box situation, the Atlanta Regional Office for the USPS issued a statement. “The collection box was closed to make maintenance and security improvements,” the statement read. “The modified collection box is now in service.”

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Wandering, pondering … Sometimes it’s fun to meticulously plan a trip, charting every place you’ll go (and a good place for good barbecue for lunch). Such trips are remarkably un-stressful because you know exactly where you’ll STEVE HUDSON Get Outside Georgia, be when and so don’t aa4bw@comcast.net have to worry about where you’re going to go. You’ve planned it all beforehand, see, and that takes the stress away. But at the same time such an adventure can be a little, well, confining. If I’m honest with myself, I think I enjoy the spontaneous trip more than the one that’s planned out in detail. Sure, I need a little direction (as in north or south or east or west) and perhaps at least a vague idea of what I’m going to be doing (fishing, rock collecting, hiking, canoeing and so son) so I can at least dress for the part. Beyond that, though, it can be fun and even a little exhilarating to just climb up into the old gray truck and go. That’s what I did the other weekend. I’d spent the morning as a volunteer working with cancer patients in a program called Casting for Confidence. The Georgia Women Fly Fishers offers this annual one-day fly fishing retreat to female cancer survivors with the idea of providing (as the organization’s website puts it) “fundamental fly fishing instruction while also engaging participants in the therapeutic qualities that trout stream fishing brings.” It’s a great program. “When I told my oncologist what I was going to be doing this weekend,” said one of the ladies, “he told me it would change my life.” I understand exactly what the good doctor meant.

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My assignment at this year’s Casting for Confidence event was to talk to the ladies about the “gear” side of fly fishing. We chatted about rods and reels and line and waders and all the rest. We even covered the fine art of tying some of the knots that folks use when fly fishing. I think everyone had a good day, and it was an uplifting and really quite thought-provoking morning. The morning session ended about lunchtime, and I had to excuse myself to meet a deadline, the bane of every writer’s existence. Packing my stuff into the passenger seat, I pointed the truck back toward Roswell. But I hadn’t gone far when I decided that I didn’t really want to head back to the keyboard. Not just yet. Instead, the thoughts that the morning had provoked still rattled in my head. I wasn’t done with them. I needed to give them some time to resolve. So I decided, instead, just to set out and wander around the mountains for a while to literally (and figuratively, too) see what I might see. That’s how I found myself on Dicks Creek Road off U.S. 19 not far from Turner’s Corner. We’ve talked about Turner’s Corner before. It’s the place where you’ll find Stone Pile Gap, a storied pyramid of stones tied to a legend involving a Cherokee princess and the idea that

Casting with Confidence participants dropping a stone on the pile of rocks will bring you good luck. If only life was that simple. Anyway, when I saw the sign for Dicks Creek Road, a bell rang in my mind. I hadn’t been that way in a long time, but I recalled that it led to another road — Waters Creek Road — which provides (foot) access to one of the state’s more storied trout streams. It wasn’t far. I bumped along Dicks Creek Road for a while, the driver’s side window rolled down so I could enjoy the crisp fall air. Then, as I approached Waters Creek Road, I heard the unmistakable sound of falling water off to my left. The road widened into a parking spot. I pulled off and parked and went to see what I might see. What I found was a delightful twotiered waterfall just a few dozen yards from the road. At the first tier, the creek dropped over a ledge into a pool. From there, the second tier dropped the creek into a long, narrow chute which exited into a bigger pool below. The water was crystal-clear, and it seemed I could make out every detail of the streambed. Angled rocks between road and waterfall provided access, and I scrambled

down for a better look. I went carefully, taking my time. Now and then I stopped to take a photo, but mostly I just watched the water and thought about things. As I was picking my way down to the bottom of the cascades, I met two adults with an indeterminate number of kids in tow coming back up the indistinct trail. “You’ll like it!” said the leader, presumably the mom. “Do you get here often?” I asked. “Now and then,” she said. “It’s such a beautiful place. I always feel better after I come here.” They went on to their car, and I continued to pick my way over the rocks. The best photo spot, I decided, was a ways downstream. But I decided it would take too long to get there. I had taken a long time wandering, and to my faint surprise I saw that daylight was fading. So I turned back to climb back to the truck and at last head for home. Daylight does that sometimes. It fades before you know it. So you’ve got to grab those waterfalls when you can — or help someone else grab one when they need a hand along life’s way. That’s the way it needs to be. It’s so simple. It really is.

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New book tells personal stories of aging as a woman By JULIA GROCHOWSKI julia@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Everyone experiences aging, but for women, the process can pose unique challenges. Inspired by her own experiences, resident Rochelle Mucha wrote “Are These My Hands Now?” as a way to explore these topics. “I’ve never had the angst that a lot of my peers have with decade birthdays,” said Mucha, founder and chair of the Roswell Arts Fund. “But I noticed that I began avoiding lookMUCHA ing in the mirror, or when I had to take a photo of myself, I didn’t recognize the woman that I saw, that the reflection was so different from what I felt.” She ultimately decided to write the book, her third, after researching the topic and finding primarily academic writing on women and aging. “My intent was to write a book that would commiserate with women of all ages and to motivate women to think about their aging process,”

Mucha said. “I also wanted them to think about choosing how to age, with grace, with dignity, with energy, and not succumb to pressures that most of us have felt all our lives as women to sexiness and hair color and all of that stuff.” In addition to several stories of Mucha’s experiences, the book tackles issues of sexism and ageism, and how they intertwine for older women. “Aging isn’t easy on anyone, but it’s more challenging for women, in all walks of life, than men” Mucha said. “Intimately connected with the loss of attractiveness, women grow invisible as ageism and sexism collide. The perceived loss of power and beauty, two key levers in American society, devalues women, consequently creating an unjust disadvantage.” This disadvantage often appears in the workplace, where women are increasingly devalued as they age while the opposite holds true for men, she said. “There is a societal double standard about this,” Mucha said. The double standard extends into the social sphere as well, for example, where men’s gray hair is seen as distinguishing instead of dowdy and it’s not uncommon

for older men to date younger women, but it’s unusual for older women to date younger men, she said. The title of Mucha’s work comes from a trip she took to a nail salon, a story which she shares in the book. “It was about being in the nail salon,” Mucha said. “When you get a manicure, you’re a complete victim of you manicurist who has an intense light on your hands, and you can’t really look very far away. That’s where you really see the aging on your hands how your hands have changed over time… There wasn’t woman I spoke to who wasn’t aware of how their hands looked and how they couldn’t avoid their hands.” “Are These My Hands Now?” offers an alternative view of aging for women. “Women can lament or rejoice, stagnate or grow, submit or prevail,” Mucha said. “If women are to feel more positive about our aging process, then we need to think differently about it. Recognizing that aging is merely another aspect of living, of being human, can be liberating.” “Are These My Hands Now?” is available now. Copies include self-guided reflections and questions based on the title.

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Residents have say in city spending Over the three council meetings in December the Alpharetta City Council is detailing our city’s most pressing infrastructure needs. The first week will be about parks, the second week about roads and bridges, and the 3rd week is about public safety and financing options. Many of the City Council members wanted to publicize the infrastructure needs for our bridges, roads and parks because Alpharetta is a beautiful home; but much of our home is a proverbial “30 year old house.” Balance sheet-wise your city is in tremendous shape. But proverbially speaking we have a “honey-do list.” Alpharetta has always valued itself as a city that went the extra mile for its residents. Decades ago the city asked the state for several exits on Ga. 400. We value the job growth and the business climate that has been created. Commuters come here every single day from Cherokee, Gwinnett and Forsyth. Not to mention that we are the preeminent employment destination for residents of Johns Creek, Roswell and Milton. Some of our hotels have an occupancy rate of 90+ percent. Imagine having such a robust business economy that people stay in our hotels that are an hour from the airport.

Residents fortunate enough to live here value being able in nearly any industry and find a well-paying job less than 10 minutes from their home. But all of those great things have infrastructure demands. In the coming weeks we are asking you as a resident to write in and be a part of the process in order to define a wish list. We need to hear from you. Alpharetta belongs to its residents and homeowners. Will you write us and answer a few questions? • Are there updates to parks you want to see? • Are there parks that you would like to build out or revitalize? • Are there roads that need turn lanes? • If more of the Alpha Loop got built could you/would you walk or bike to work? • What Alpharetta roads do you believe see the most congestion? • Would you support another passive park downtown? • Where in the Alpharetta city limits is your commute the worst? • Is there anything that you’d like to see that isn’t mentioned? The city belongs to you. We need your help in representing your vision. Please write us at citycouncilandmayor@ alpharetta.ga.us Ben Burnett Alpharetta City Council

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The Gorgeous Kitchen How did this happen! I bought this house in the 1980’s or 1990’s because it had a desk in the kitchen, two level breakfast bar with Corian counters, garbage compactor, soffits above the cabinets and it was completely separated from the den. What’s changed? North Atlanta came of age in the 80’s and 90’s; thousands of homes were built with all the above features, so if this sounds like your kitchen, you’re not alone. But now it’s time for you to join the North Atlanta Renovation Evolution. Your home has doubled in value and you now live in arguably the most desirable Atlanta suburb with the best schools. Homeowners are joining this Renovation Evolution and further increasing the value of their homes. The kitchen is starting point for this Evolution. The kitchen is no longer just the place for food preparation; it’s now the social and lifestyle hub of the family and the kitchen has adapted to suite its present function. Style has never been more important within the kitchen but the features and configuration have changed. Here’s what’s changed in the 2019 kitchen. Openness is The Standard. “Removing the kitchen/den wall is included in over 80% of kitchen remodels”, comments John Hogan, owner of Remodeling Expo Center in Roswell. The kitchen is the family hub and it just can’t be separated from the family room. “Connectivity” is the new design theme in kitchen design. The common formula is to add the new large island exactly where the wall was removed. Single Level Islands/Peninsulas. A single level island or peninsula dramatically increases its functionality. The island has turned into a multi-functional surface; eating area, buffet for entertaining, homework area, etc. Plus, with advent of gorgeous countertops, a single level emphasizes the beautiful characteristics better.

Quartz or Granite. These are the absolute standards. Don’t consider anything but these options. Whether for style, aesthetics, function or durability; an updated kitchen must have granite or quartz. Stay away from complicated edges, like ogee, and keep is simple. Cooktop On the Wall. “We’re moving the cooktop to a wall location and creating magnificent tile focal points on many of our kitchens” says Remodeling Expo Center’s, John Hogan. “Moving the cooktop to the wall or moving the microwave from above the cooktop, each of these design strategies yields gorgeous kitchens. Smart Storage. Sometimes enlarging the kitchen isn’t possible, or sometimes as a component of expanding the kitchen, smart storage options is always a component of the remodel. Spice racks, Keurig inserts, roll-out drawers and hidden appliance options are all surprisingly common features of 2019 kitchens. Lighting. More light sources create less shadows and more comfortable ambient lighting feel. Remodeling Expo Center emphasizes the use of clear light, LED technology which reflects off counters and backsplash and contributes to truly gorgeous kitchens. The Total Kitchen. Bringing all of these elements together is what makes truly gorgeous kitchens and they don’t need to be ultra expensive; they just need to be well planned. The more time you spend on planning, the better the kitchen will turn out. John Hogan is the co-owner of Remodeling Expo Center (404-910-3969) which covers all of north Atlanta. The company specializes in helping homeowners visualize kitchen transformations using 3D renderings and personalized service. They have an extensive Design Center at 48 King Street in Roswell which is open to the public.

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We’re coming close to a hundred wineries now. It’s growing…we’re seeing a big upsurge in alcohol production within the state. Charles Cowart, owner of Still Pond Vineyard and Distillers

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Georgia Trustees holds 5th annual Wine and Spirits Challenge Spirits industry growing throughout Peach State

Wine and Spirits Challenge

By ADAM DARBY adam@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Georgia Trustees celebrated the state’s best in wine and spirits recently at the fifth annual Wine and Spirits Challenge at the Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. The formal awards banquet recognized the industry’s top producers and vintners. Roughly 130 residents attended the gala anticipating a taste from some of Georgia’s top wine manufacturers. Seven of the state’s 19 distilleries submitted entries. Jane Garvey, a member of the Board of Directors for the Georgia Trustees and co-founder of the event, said she is consistently surprised by what is being accomplished in Georgia’s growing wine industry. “We added cider and mead a couple of years ago, and this year we added spirits…the economic multiplier from those enterprises is terrific,” said Garvey. “Certainly [surprised by] the growth in quality. The discovery that we can grow varieties that we didn’t think we could grow…” According to the National Association of American Wineries, Georgia’s wineries generated $88 million in annual tourism expenses in 2017 and contributed a whopping $4.1 billion to the economy through its related industries. Since the early 2000s, the wine industry has seen a massive shift in profit and productivity. “It’s growing leaps and bounds. There are new wineries popping up monthly,”

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More than 100 people were on hand recently to sample some of the best spirits the state has to offer at the fifth annual Wine and Spirits Challenge at the Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. said Charles Cowart, owner of Still Pond Vineyard and Distillers in Arlington. “When we opened our winery in 2003, we were the only winery south of Atlanta. Now I think there were 27 to 28 wineries in the state at that time. We’re coming close to a hundred wineries now. It’s growing…we’re seeing a big upsurge in alcohol production within the state.” Following a reception and dinner, guests at the event sat for the awards announcements. Categories were judged based on

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quality, flavor and distinction. Some of the awards presented include the Oglethorpe Award for the best wine using Georgia-grown grapes and the Monarch Award for best fruit wine. “It’s a fantastic event…this is our customer base here” Cowart said. “We’re only distributed in the state of Georgia.” For more information about the Georgia Trustees or the annual event, visit their Facebook page at https://www. facebook.com/Georgia-Trustees-WineSpirits-Challenge-487847838425122.

Here is the list of award winners from the fifth annual Georgia Wine and Spirits Challenge: • Winery of Distinction – Trillium Vineyard • Distillery of Distinction – ASW Distillery • Best Fortified – Kaya Vineyard & Winery “Touriga Dulce” 2015 • Best Dessert Wine – Still Pond Vineyards “Gold Reserve” 2018 • Best Non-Georgia Grown – Farmers Daughter Vineyards, “Saltwater Gypsy” • Best Muscadine – Horse Creek Winery “Traveler” • Best Rose Wine – Big Door “Lasting Impression” • Best Hybrid Grape Wine (Thomas McCall Award) – Crane Creek Vineyards “Mountain Red” • Best Viniefera Wine (H. Parks Redwine Award) – Hightower Creek Vineyards “Cabernet Franc” 2017 • Best Sparkling – Habersham Vineyards & Winery “Southern Harvest Bubbly White” • Best Fruit Wine – Bell Farms Rabbiteye Winery “Sweet 2018 Blueberry” • Best Mead – Viking Alchemist Meadery “Bliss” (Pear Almond) • Best Hard Cider – Mercier Orchards “Old $3” 2018 • Best Distilled Spirits – Independent Distilling Co., “Barrel Aged Rum” • Oglethorpe Award – Habersham Vineyards & Winery “Southern Harvest Bubbly White” • Pioneer Award – Tom Slick, Habersham Vineyards & Winery/ Southern Harvest Winery

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Economy holding the wheel amid political uncertainty From a political point of view, things may seem rocky, volatile and uncertain. As for the economy, it’s been kind of a dull ride as investors and corporations play things safe, waiting to see how the political Geoff smith dust will settle. Assurance Financial, gsmith@lendtheway.com Mortgage interest rates have done nothing but hover around the lowest they’ve been in about three years. In fact, according to MortgageNewsDaily’s rate survey, the 30-year fixed rate of 3.95 percent is at almost the exact same place it was in November of 2016. We’ve been waiting since the downturn in 2008 for rates to go back up over 5 percent, an indicator that our economy is back on strong footing. Prior to 2008, the last time, and only time, rates dipped under 5 percent was for a brief period during WWII when not many people were buying houses. Since hitting their lowest point of 3.45 percent back in November 2012, almost every year, rate-predictors said rates would be up over 5 percent by year’s end. And every year, they seemed to end lower. Last year, in 2018, rates for the first time consistently went up and finally over 5 percent to about 5.17 percent in November before tumbling all the way down to 3.82 percent this past September. Rates are tied to investors’ confidence in the economy. And the measure of rates are the measure really of that. When investors feel confident in their understanding of the economy, they buy stocks. Mortgage interest rates are tied loosely to the yield on the 10-Year Treasury, which goes up when investors are

buying stocks and not bonds. But when investors are spooked, they pull money from stocks and head for the safety of bonds. This drops the 10-Yield Treasury yield and mortgage interest rates with it. Politically, this year has been relatively volatile. While major corporations and industries seem to be plugging along, they are playing it safe amid the uncertainty. One of the biggest rattlers of the economy is the threat of more tariffs against and the enticement of a trade deal with China. If tariffs are put in place, that would surely make certain goods more expensive as they are taxed entering the country. Exactly which goods and exactly how that will affect the economy is hard for investors to predict. Throw on top of that we are about to head into a presidential election year and everything that comes with it, and there’s a lot of uncertainty. Even if tariffs and a trade-deal is put into place, the Democrats could win the election and the new president could undo all of that. Then there are the impeachment hearings, which depending on which side you are on, are either a big show by the Democrats leading up to the election, or a serious inquiry which could lead to an eventual unseating of the president before he has a chance to defend his post in an election. Investors and corporations seem to be playing things as safely as they can. Business investment in the third quarter declined as corporations opted to hold onto their cash. As one business owner put it in a recent Wall Street Journal report, they are kind of holding steady, but are reticent to put themselves into growth mode. In the last election year, the economy seemed to be in a similar state. Mortgage rates slid for most of the year, right

up until the election, after which they launched upward as investors scrambled to invest in the stock market with bets on how the new president would steer the economy. That lasted right up until the healthcare bill didn’t pass. So with corporations trying to play things safe heading into next year, the Federal Reserve is doing what it can to nudge them back into the arena. They have lowered their short-term interest rate several times this year and may have another one in store for us before year’s end. This rate is the rate in which banks get back when they store their money at the Federal Reserve. Banks, like us, don’t like to hold onto cash. So when they have it, they invest it. When the economy tanked in 2008, banks didn’t see any safe places to put their money, so they went to the Federal Reserve. The Fed thought it better to push them back into lending money to businesses and to get the money working through the economy. So they lowered the interest rate to 0 percent. That’s kind of what the Fed is doing now. Shoving money back into the economy. While the political circus pushes on, the rest of us will do our best to keep things on track. Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases. Geoff Smith gsmith@lendtheway.com 770-674-1433 Personal: NMLS#104587 Business: NMLS#70876 *The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views of Assurance Financial Group

Home Fashion Interiors celebrates grand opening of Caracole Boutique ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Home Fashion Interiors recently announced the installation of its new Caracole Furniture Boutique. The boutique is complete with product, finish samples, fabric samples, tear sheets and catalogs. It is displayed with all the specs from the complete factory showroom at market. Executives from Caracole, including the president and executive vice president of sales as well as Home Fashion Interiors’ regional sales representative, attended the Nov. 21 official grand opening. Steinway Piano Galleries provided a grand piano during the celebration. A portion of the proceeds from the grand opening benefited the Atlanta Humane Society, which was also present.

Dozens of members of WellStar, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Roswell Inc cut the ribbon Nov. 22 for the grand reopening of WellStar Family Medicine in Crabapple.

WellStar Family Medicine in Crabapple celebrates grand reopening ROSWELL, Ga. — WellStar’s Family Medicine practice at 260 Rucker Road cut the ribbon Nov. 22 for the office’s of-

ficial grand reopening. The Family Medicine practice offers comprehensive health care services for children and families — including diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, chronic disease management, school physicals and vaccinations — as well as health care for older adults.

Segment your market to identify and target the right customers Are your sales efforts focused on mass marketing? Do you send the same marketing messages to everyone? Marketing to everyone with the same message and dick jones using the same Founder & President vehicle to deliver Jones Simply Sales your message is sub-optimal to taking a segmented approach. Segmenting your market is the first step in providing a foundation to build your marketing program. So how do you segment the market? The ideal market segment needs to pass certain tests in order to be viable. Understanding the number of potential customers, the stability of the segment, the ability to reach prospects, the size of the segment and ability to produce the revenue are top items to consider. Then there are a number of ways you can divide up the market. Taking a geographical approach is sometimes a good place to start. For example, if you are selling gloves and hats to stay warm, Florida and Hawaii may be segments you avoid. Demographic segmentation is used to divide the market into groups. For businesses that sell to consumers, this could include variables such as age, gender, income, occupation and family size. For businesses that sell to other businesses, this could include items such as type of industry, size of the company, annual revenue or specific issues that may affect one segment but not all. There are many benefits to segmenting your market. First and foremost, you will have a much higher likelihood of better matching the needs of potential customers. Focusing on the right segments can net you a higher market share and help you grow your small business.

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CALENDAR JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER STUDENT SHOWCASE

SANTA’S SECRET GIFT SHOP

Children ages 12 and under will enjoy shopping for relatives, making arts and crafts, and face painting. Pictures with Santa are available. Gifts are priced affordably, and proceeds benefit the Roswell Ramblers senior club. The gift shop can be found at Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell and will take place Sunday, Dec. 8, 1-4 p.m. For more information, visit roswellgov.com.

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FEATURED: ATLANTA TOY AND MODEL TRAIN SHOW

What: The Terminus Chapter of the Train Collector’s Association is hosting a show with silent auctions and giveaways. Over 80 tables of trains and train related items will be available for sale or on display. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Acworth VFW Post 5408, 4764 Cobb Parkway NW, Acworth Cost: $7 for nonmembers, $5 for members, ages 17 and under free with parent More info: terminuschaptertca. com

UNWRAPPING CHRISTMAS

What: Divorce can be painful, especially during the holidays. Join for Unwrapping Christmas, a night designed to offer hope and encouragement to those that are separated or divorced. Dinner will be served. When: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $10 More info and registration: northpoint.org/oasis

HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING

What: Get holiday packages wrapped while shopping or waiting, in benefit of Habitat for Humanity. Christmas and Hanukkah papers available. When: Dec. 13-15, times vary Where: North Point Mall Center Court, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta More info: northfulton.com

CHRISTMAS FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

What: Families are invited to gather at North Point Community Church for a Christmas Movie Night. Wear cozy pajamas, bring a pillow and blanket, and North Point will pop the popcorn. When: Friday, Dec. 13, 6:308:30 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Info: northpoint.org/believe

JOHNS CREEK ARTS CENTER HOLIDAY MARKET

What: Join for the fourth annual Holiday Market. Shop a wide variety of handmade gifts, jewelry and artwork, all from local artisans. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 23 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

What: The Johns Creek Arts Center presents the Fall 2019 Adult Student Show. Because of the delicate nature of the art form, the ceramic arts portion of the show will be on display starting Dec. 7. When: Nov. 23-Dec. 16; Reception Sunday, Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste. 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org

‘THE DEFILED BED 2 – THE AWAKENING’

What: This show follows Sen. Joshua Brown, who was motivated by greed, power and position during his four-year election, when one day, he manipulates the wrong woman. A Trevi Pershay Production. Featuring special guest appearance by Bianca Bonnie. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m. Where: Centerstage, 1374 W Peachtree St., Atlanta Cost: $25-$60 Info and tickets: centerstageatlanta.com or 404-885-1365

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DECORATING CLASS

What: Learn to make ugly Christmas sweater cookies with no messy kitchen to clean. Lise Ode of Mom Loves Baking will be the instructor. Includes a raffle. When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m. Where: Village Italian Bar & Grill, 5772 N. Vickery Street, Cumming Cost: $65 More info and registration: eventbrite.com

HOLIDAY: ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

What: A Gwinnett County holiday tradition brought to life by the artists of Gwinnett Ballet Theatre accompanied by the Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Orchestra. When: Fridays-Sundays, Dec. 6-22, times vary Where: Infinite Energy Theater, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth More info and tickets: gwinnettballet.org

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

What: In this holiday favorite, Charles Dickens shows us Ebenezer Scrooge as he falls asleep in his dingy, cold quarters on Christmas Eve and is later visited by three ghosts.

When: Dec. 6-23, times vary Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: Tickets are $20 Info and tickets: roswellgov.com

PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

What: This free event will feature Santa, pancakes cooked and served by City of Milton firefighters. and fire station tours. Unwrapped toys for North Fulton Community Charities’ Santa Shop Toy Drive will be accepted. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 8-10 a.m. Where: Fire Station 43, 750 Hickory Flat Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

ATLANTA BALLET’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’

What: Join for a journey through space and time, where everyday objects grow in extraordinary size and the pages of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story come alive. When: Dec. 7-24, times vary. Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta More info: atlantaballet.com

‘THE SOUNDS OF CHRISTMASTIME’

What: The show features the Atlanta Vocal Project special guest Song of Atlanta, a premier women’s four-part a cappella harmony show chorus. When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 3-5 p.m. Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $15 Info and tickets: roswellgov.com

CAROLING ON CANTON

What: Residents and visitors are invited to stroll up and down Canton Street in Roswell, listening to their favorite holiday tunes while sipping hot chocolate, warming up by the community bonfire and enjoying the seasonal celebrations of local merchants. When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 5-7 p.m. Where: Canton Street, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

RUMC CHRISTMAS GIFT AND CRAFT SHOW

What: Shop over 70 vendors showcasing unique merchandise. Participate in the new Giving Tree with all proceeds benefitting Roswell Student Ministries Youth Missions. When: Dec. 5-7, times vary Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Info: rumc.com/christmasgcs

CANDY CANE FUN RUN

What: All runners, walkers and skippers are invited. Come dressed in your ugly holiday sweater or other festive attire. After the run, enjoy a hayride and roasting marshmallows. Get a picture taken with Santa. When: Friday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m. Where: Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell Cost: Tickets are $22 More info and registration: roswellgov.com

ALPHARETTA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

What: To kick off the holiday season, Downtown Alpharetta will light the night for the annual tree lighting. Celebration will fill the downtown streets with musical performances, photos with Santa, food trucks and roasting marshmallows. When: Friday, Dec. 6, 6 – 9 p.m. Where: Downtown Alpharetta, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta Info: awesomealpharetta.com

CITY OF CUMMING CHRISTMAS PARADE AND FESTIVAL

What: Following the parade, the fairgrounds will host Santa photos, music, food, s’mores, vendors, hayrides through the Christmas Lights and the annual Christmas Tree lighting. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 5-8 p.m. Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming More info: cityofcumming.net

ROSWELL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

What: This family event includes carolers from local schools, the lighting of Town Square and a special visit from Santa Claus. Pictures with Santa are available. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 5 p.m. Where: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

What: MGBaker Productions presents in conjunction with the Sherouse/Riley team, the original producers of the Christmas play, the classic tale of “A Christmas Carol.” When: Nov. 29-Dec. 15, times vary Where: School Street Playhouse, 101 School St, Cumming More info: schoolstreetplayhouse.com

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AVALON ON ICE

What: Ice skate at Avalon on their Rockefeller Center-sized ice skating rink in the plaza. Watch for theme nights and enjoy warm, tasty treats rink side. Enjoy special events throughout the season and sign up for ice skating lessons. When: Nov. 24 through Jan. 20, 2020, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Cost: General admission starts at $18 Info: experienceavalon.com

SANTA AT AVALON

What: Join jolly old Saint Nick in his cozy cottage at Avalon for a dose of Christmas magic this holiday season. When: Nov. 25-Dec. 24, times vary Where: Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta Info: experienceavalon.com

CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE AND MILTON TREE LIGHTING

What: This year, Milton has combined two events to usher in the holiday season. This holiday tradition has become a Milton staple, including Santa photos, caroling, s’mores, crafts, hot cocoa and fun. When: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2-6 p.m. Where: Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, Milton. More info: cityofmiltonga.us

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: SPOTLIGHT EXHIBIT: ROSWELL IN WINTER

What: This will be an inaugural exhibit showcasing photographs submitted by the people who live and work in Roswell. When: Throughout December Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: MIDDAY AT MILTON BOOK DISCUSSION What: The December selection is “There, There,” by Tommy Orange. When: Friday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

MEET POET LAURA JOHNSON

What: Join published Atlanta Poet Laura Johnson as she reads from her book of poetry, “Not Yet.” When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 10:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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EVENTS: ‘HOME ALONE 2’

What: Join the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter for Holiday Movies Under the Stars featuring the “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.” Complimentary coffee and hot cocoa will be available. When: Friday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m. Where: Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center, 246 Perimeter Center Parkway, Atlanta Info: discoverdunwoody.com

FREE FIRST SATURDAYS: SNOW

What: Experiment with “snow” and ice, make a snowflake craft to take home and venture out on a wintertime hike with the nature center’s educators. Registration required. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 1-2 p.m. Where: Dunwoody Nature Center, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodynature.org

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: A NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS WORSHIP

What: Join a Christmas Worship Celebration featuring the music of Francesca Battistelli, Leonard Cohen, MercyMe, Michael W. Smith and Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Features dramatic scripture reading and a short Christmas message. When: Monday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m. Where: Misty Creek Community Church, 650 Mt. Vernon Highway NE, Sandy Springs Info: mistycreekchurch.org or 404-913-3369

What: Learn the GarageBand interface, including working in track views vs. live loops, setting up a song or podcast, and building a song. Registration required. Ages 12 and up. When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 1-3 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-3:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info: afpls.org

ACRYLIC PAINT CLASS

What: Learn to paint a winter scene with My Clayground in this class. For children ages 5 and up. When: Monday, Dec. 9, 5-6 p.m. Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

CONGRESSWOMAN LUCY MCBATH MOBILE OFFICE HOURS

What: The Office of Congresswoman Lucy McBath will be holding Mobile Office Hours throughout this year. When: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 11 am.-3 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

TEENAGER DESTRESS WITH THERAPY DOGS

What: Hang out with therapy dog Hesston to destress. For teenagers. When: Thursday, Dec. 12, 4-5 p.m. Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

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Undefeated Paladins punch ticket to state semifinals By Zach Shugan news@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Fellowship Christian is on to the state semifinals for the second time in four years after taking down Hebron Christian, 35-28, Friday night at home. The No. 4 seed Paladins (12-0) compiled nearly 300 rushing yards in the win to defeat the No. 12 seed Lions. Junior running back Murphy Reeves led the rushing attack with 131 yards on the ground with two touchdowns. Freshman Jayven Hall and sophomore Josh Cole combined for three rushing scores with over 50 yards rushing each. “It feels awesome,” Fellowship head coach Al Morrell said. “I’m super proud of our coaching staff and our players. We’re very excited about this opportunity.” Fellowship received the opening kickoff and wasted no time building a lead. The Paladins’ ground game led the way on a 68-yard drive capped with a 5-yard touchdown run by Murphy Reeves. Hebron (8-5) answered on its next drive with Lions running back Donovan Moorer breaking free for a 42-yard touchdown to tie the game. The defenses settled in after that, forcing a string of punts for both squads. With Hebron driving and threatening to take the lead midway through the second quarter, the Paladins’ defense came up with a stop on fourth-and-1. The Paladins took over with the ball at their own 34-yard line and began marching down the field. Freshman running back Jayven Hall took a handoff 6 yards for a touchdown to give Fellowship the lead late in the half. On the ensuing drive for Hebron, Fellowship’s defense came up with a gamechanging play. Kyle Elphick picked up a fumble and ran all the way down to the Hebron 2-yard line. It only took one play for the Paladins to capitalize, with Hall punching the ball in from 2 yards out for his second score of the night. Hebron scored the first points of the second half with a 68-yard, 4-minute drive capped off with a 14-yard touchdown pass. Still up by a score, the Paladins added to their lead with a much-needed

The Paladins defense lines up during Fellowship’s quarterfinals win over Hebron. touchdown early in the fourth quarter. Josh Cole took the handoff and broke through the Hebron defense for a 38-yard touchdown to put Fellowship ahead, 28-14. The teams continued to exchange scores in the final period. Hebron scored on its ensuing drive with a 30-yard touchdown pass to cut the margin to 2821, but Fellowship countered with a 59yard touchdown rush down the sideline from Reeves. The Paladins’ cushion quickly disappeared. The Lions drove down the field in less than a minute and found the end zone with a 10-yard touchdown pass by Colton Gauthier. Fellowship’s offense couldn’t get any points on their next drive, giving Hebron a shot to tie the game. The Lions took over on offense at their own 32 with five minutes left on the clock. Trailing by a touchdown, Hebron faced a fourth-and-8 with 2:47 remaining. Gauthier attempted a deep pass,

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down No. 1 seed Savannah Christian but the Paladins covered the play well Day, 42-16, in the quarterfinals. The and the pass fell incomplete. Dec. 6 matchup will be the first meeting After the turnover on downs, Fellowof the schools since 2011. ship converted a first down and ran out “It’s always an advantage to the clock in victory formation. play at home,” Morrell said. “It was a well-played game by both “We’re excited. I think it’s teams,” Morrell said. “They’re an excelthe first time in Fellowlent football team and they have a great ship school history quarterback. They had about three or that we host a four guys that can all run and catch. semifinal Our defense played their hearts out, and game.” we made some big plays when we had to. The offense kept pounding and kept scoring. That was the difference in the game.” DrMarthaBoone.com Fellowship hosts Wesleyan (11-2) in the next round with the winner advancing to 3400-A Old Milton Parkway, Suite 560 the Class A-Private state championAlpharetta, GA 30005 ship game. Wesleyan took

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Stellar defense propels Titans to state semifinals By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com ROSWELL, Ga. — Blessed Trinity advanced to the semifinals for the fifth time in six years Friday night by shutting out West Laurens (11-2) at home in a top-10 showdown. The Titans dominated on defense, handing the Raiders’ offense — which averaged over 400 yards and 37 points a game — its only shutout of the season. The Titans (12-1) held West Laurens to just 159 total yards, forced two interceptions and allowed just one third down conversion. “The way [West Laurens] moves the ball, to post a shutout on that team is pretty remarkable,” BT head coach Tim McFarlin said. McFarlin said the Titans adjusted their defense after West Laurens looked to isolate safety James Bryant early against standout Raiders receiver Brent Carr, who entered the game with 1,275 yards receiving. “That gave us some trouble, but we made a great adjustment,” McFarlin said. “I knew we were in good shape about midway through the first quarter, and (defensive coordinator Leo Barker) goes, ‘I got this.’ And I knew he did. That defensive staff, Barker, (defensive backs coach) Chuck Goddard, (safeties coach) Ryan O’Sullivan and (defensive line coach) Jermale Ransby, I just trust those guys.” West Laurens moved the ball effectively on their opening two drives before BT changed its tactic, but the Titans still held their ground. The Raiders reeled off 41 yards on their opening two plays of the game, but the Titans held to force a punt. On West Laurens’ second possession, the Raiders again took to the air and drove the field, but BT came up with a massive goal line stand. West Laurens was set up with first-and-goal from the 2-yard line but were pushed back four yards on their next two plays. On third down, Bryant hauled in an interception in the end zone. BT led 3-0 with a 26-yard field goal from Aaron Werkheiser, and just a few plays after Bryant’s interception they furthered the margin. Freshman running back Justice Haynes reeled off a 38-yard run and then scored from 31-yards out on the

ensuing play to put BT ahead, 10-0. After both teams exchanged possessions, BT ran a perfectly timed play action pass on third down with quarterback Duncan Reavis hitting James Bryant for a 58-yard touchdown midway through the second quarter. BT’s offense was back on the field moments later after West Laurens went three-and-out. The Titans mounted a 10-play, 53-yard drive capped off by a 21-yard rushing touchdown from senior running back Elijah Green with under a minute left in the half. The Titans continued their momentum after the break with Haynes returning the opening kickoff 82 yards to set up Green’s second touchdown of the night. BT rushed for 282 yards, led by Green with 142 yards and two touchdowns ahead of Haynes who compiled 88 yards and a score on nine carries. Englan Williams received most of the handoffs in the second half and racked up 46 yards on the ground. “I thought all three of our running backs played well,” McFarlin said. “Englan Williams, who doesn’t get enough credit, has been remarkable for us, Justice has had a spectacular year for a freshman and Elijah is the elder statesman of that group. He’s not only a team leader, he’s a spiritual leader for them. He conducts himself in that manner and I think it really helps those other two guys.” Green’s score early in the third were the final points of the game for either side. West Laurens’ offense was further hampered by playing without starting quarterback AJ Mathis, who never returned to the game after taking a hard hit from BT’s Ryan Dupont on the final play of the second quarter. The Raiders had just one first down in the second half, and BT’s Carson Harof added the Titans’ second interception of the game. With Friday’s win, BT defeated its sixth ranked opponent of the year and advanced to the semifinals for the third straight year. The Titans will face a familiar foe Friday in Woodward Academy (13-0). Woodward handed BT it’s only loss of the season Sept. 6, taking the 13-10 victory with a converted field goal in the final minute of play.

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Blessed Trinity offensive lineman Jackson Filipowicz (53) lifts running back Elijah Green (21) in celebration after Green’s first rushing touchdown of the Titans’ 31-0 win over West Laurens.

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Cambridge wrestling takes tournament win MILTON, Ga. — Cambridge wrestling took the top spot in the Iron Branch Dual Tournament at Flowery Branch High School Nov. 16, besting the field of 16 teams. The Bears return eight state qualifiers this year and four wrestlers who earned state placement in 2018. The Bears defeated Kell, North Gwinnett, South Gwinnett, East Hall and Lambert to take the tournament title. Mason Truncale, Cullen Kane, Andrew Kochman, Sebastian Shered, Brenden Boyd, Gavin Kane, Mike Hudson and Connor McHugh all went undefeated in the tournament. Cambridge dedicated the win to head coach Don St. James, who is recovering from surgery. SPECIAL

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Religious Services

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Christmas Eve 4pm and 6pm in English in the Church and Parish Hall 8pm in Spanish in the Church 8pm in English in the Parish Hall 11pm in English in the Church

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CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE PH-19-AB-30 PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers December 12, 2019 3:00 P.M. PURPOSE Convenience Store Retail Package Sales Beer, Wine, Sunday Sales APPLICANT Mikhail Mart, LLC. d/b/a Shell Food Mart 6185 Windward Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30005 Owner Ramiz Mikhail Registered Agent Medhat Karout

Theater company brings holiday hilarity with ‘A Tuna Christmas’ ROSWELL, Ga. — Georgia Ensemble Theatre, the professional North Fulton theater company, will return to the Conant Performing Arts Center at Oglethorpe University this December with the comedy “A Tuna Christmas.” The production will be directed by Atlanta favorite Topher Payne and runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Dec. 13-29. “A Tuna Christmas” is the second in a series of comedic plays (preceded by “Greater Tuna” and followed by “Red, White and Tuna”), written by Ed Howard, Joe Sears and Jaston Williams. Each play is set in the fictional town of Tuna, Texas, the “third-smallest” town in the state. Two actors — Jill Hames and Enoch King — portray more than 20 citizens of Tuna, making split-second costume changes in a world where the Lion’s Club is too liberal, and Patsy Cline never dies. Fictional local radio personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie report on Tuna’s yuletide activities, including the hot competition in the Christmas lights contest and a disaster-prone community theatre production of “A Christmas Carol.” Ticket prices for “A Tuna Christmas” start at $35. No senior discounts on this show. Tickets are available at get.org, or by calling the box office at 770-641-1260.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA PUBLIC NOTICE PH-19-AB-29 PLACE City Hall Two Park Plaza Council Chambers December 5, 2019 3:00 P.M. PURPOSE Convenient Store Retail Package Sales Beer, Wine, Sunday Sales APPLICANT PRM Gas & Snacks Inc. d/b/a Shell Food Mart 11370 State Bridge Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30022 Owner Paul Manning Registered Agent Paul Manning

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Roswell Youth Theatre presents Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’ ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell Youth Theatre is set to present the youth version of the hit Broadway musical, Disney’s “Frozen Jr.,” on Dec. 20 and 21 at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. Based on the blockbuster movie, “Frozen Jr.” tells the story of true love and acceptance between sisters and expands upon the emotional relationship between Princesses Anna

and Elsa. This modern classic brings Elsa, Anna and the magical land of Arendelle to life onstage. The production features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Ander son-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production. Directed by Leslie Kelley, Roswell Youth Theatre’s production features 24 talented student-actors ranging in age from 9 to 13, with Princess Anna being played by Sara Jeffs and Princess Elsa played by Emi Mills. Both actors

PUBLIC NOTICE Northpoint Dental, 3710 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 101, Alpharetta, GA 30005, telephone number (678) 762-0535, will close permanently on December 31, 2019. After this date, patient records will be transferred to Imagix Dental of Alpharetta, located at 11125 Jones Bridge Road, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30022, telephone number (770) 569-0529. If you have any questions or wish to request copies of your records, please contact Northpoint Dental at (678) 762-0535.

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are eighth graders at Crabapple Middle School. Tickets are $10 and are available to purchase in advance at roswellgov.com/ ryt. Roswell Youth Theatre is the resident theatre company at Roswell Performing Arts, a division of the City of Roswell’s Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural Affairs Department. RYT offers performance opportunities for student actors ages 9-17. Auditions for their spring production, “The Wizard of Oz,” will take place on Jan. 6-7, 2020.

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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