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City Council discusses streetlight district expansion

By Adam Darby adam@appenmediagroup.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody officials are exploring ways to light the night for residents in an effort to increase safety in the streets.

At its April 22 meeting, the City Council heard a presentation from Public Works Director Michael Smith recommending the city consider creating a commercial streetlight district that would provide additional lighting along public streets. The new district would encompass all property, excluding single-family residential, that front on a public road and are not already included in a streetlight district.

“This would provide a more equitable distribution of the costs for providing streetlights

on public roads in the city,” Smith said.

Councilman John Heneghan spoke in favor of the idea.

“I would hope that we could find a way to light those at some point in the future without forcing the residents that live along those main streets to come forward,” Heneghan said. “This solves a problem of a payment issue, and that’s it.”

At the same time, Heneghan said the city still has dark corners that remain thoroughfares and need to be addressed.

Council members directed Smith to draft a text amendment and resolution that would establish a new streetlight district for possible adoption at a future meeting.

In a related matter, Smith proposed a resolution to establish a streetlight district for Old Wood-

A resident speaks during public comment while council members Tom Lambert, Jim Riticher and Pam Tallmadge listen.

all Court. The homeowners in the area had petitioned to have a streetlight added in the cul-desac. The council approved the measure unanimously.

In other action at the meeting, the City Council considered a recommendation from Community Development Director Ronnie

Kurtz to add a text amendment to the city code regarding signage for new businesses. The proposal, presented in a public hearing, would limit to 60 the number of days a new business could post signage announcing its opening. The signage could be posted 30 days prior to and 30

days after the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

The measure also would limit the issuance of extended permits to one per lot.

For commercial lots, the current code allows that temporary

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Dunwoody commemorates 10th anniversary with Food Truck Thursdays

By Adam Darby adam@appenmediagroup.com DUNWOODY, Ga. — The City of Dunwoody is commemorating its 10th anniversary with a special celebration May 2. The Dunwoody Homeowners Association is partnering with the city and other community organizations to hold a celebration during the kickoff of the annual Food Truck Thursdays series.

The community event runs from 5 to 9 p.m., and residents

can enjoy local live music featuring Tribute — a celebration of the Allman Brothers Band.

Food Truck Thursdays will run

every Thursday evening until Oct. 4.

In honor of the past decade, the city will begin a commu-

nity retrospect to discuss Dunwoody’s progress in addition to sharing some “sweat treats and giveaways.” This portion of the event will start at 6:45 p.m.

“This is the perfect way to kick off our summer programming, while remembering how and why we became a city,” Dunwoody Mayor Denis Shortal said in a release. “We are still a young city with a very bright future.”

The community partners behind the celebration are the Dunwoody Preservation Trust,

Chiefs Futbol Club, Spruill Center for the Arts, Stage Door Players, Dunwoody Woman’s Club, Dunwoody Community Garden & Orchard, Bike Walk Dunwoody, Treetop Quest, Chattahoochee Handweavers Guild and Dunwoody Nature Center.

For more information about the City of Dunwoody, contact Jennifer Boettcher, City of Dunwoody communications director, at 678-382-6881 or at Jennifer.Boettcher@dunwoody ga.gov.

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In January, he called to tell me my rates were going up (again) because of additional tariffs placed on importing newsprint by the Trump Administration, and, of course, my 27 percent increase was out of his control.

For reference, our printing bill constitutes about 30 percent of my company’s annual expenses. A 27 percent increase on 30 percent of expenses is untenable — for any business.

Mike works as hard as any man I know. He was recently asked to switch to night shifts, which knowing Mike, means he just doesn’t sleep at all. I sympathize with him because no one likes to be the bearer of bad news, and often times it’s not his fault.

We all have our challenges.

This time when he called, sure enough, it was more bad news, but it had nothing to do with us.

He was calling to tell me that

The Dunwoody Crier, another weekly newspaper he printed in an adjacent market to ours, was closing up shop and he’d just printed their last edition.

I take zero pleasure in another newspaper’s struggles — including our competitors’.

When any newspaper prints its last edition I feel sick about it.

Good journalism is the bedrock of our democracy and the fabric of our communities. We all need more of it — not less.

I was familiar with The Crier. My dad, who taught me everything I know about the industry, had spoken highly of the publication for years and of their General Manager Jim Hart and Editor and Publisher Dick Williams. We modeled our politics podcast after Dick’s “The Georgia Gang” TV show.

Mike suggested that we call Jim and talk about the possibility of working together to keep The Crier going.

We did.

If you are reading this, it means we printed the Crier’s first edition under the Appen Media umbrella. We don’t pretend to have the special sauce to make this work. We know we’ll have rough spots.

What I do know is this. We will give the people of Dunwoody every effort we can muster. The Crier deserves nothing less. Dick deserves nothing less.

We all have our own challenges. I’m excited about this one.

opposition to the text amendfrom page 1 ment. Hirsch argued that the city has trouble enforcing its signs may be displayed for 14 current sign ordinances and consecutive days with the issu- shouldn’t be looking for ways ance of a temporary sign per- to allow commercial operations mit, and only six such permits more latitude. Code enforcemay be issued to a lot in a year. ment, he said, is “woefully into handle this.”

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decided that the wording in the proposal allowed for too many variables that would be difficult to track. They recommended staff redraft the text amendment to provide commercial property owners to apply for a 60-day permit to post a temporary sign beginning from the time the city issues a business license.

I fall more in love with community journalism every day.

I stream the Pulitzer ceremonies every year and always root for the underdog. When The Storm Lake Times pulled off a stunner in 2017 by taking the prize for editorial writing for its two years of reporting on corporate agricultural interests, I reread their work for weeks.

Their newsroom consists of four people. Art, Tom, Dolores and Mary Cullen. Their circulation is 3,000 biweekly. I still get goosebumps.

The industry is not an easy one to work in. But I reject the notion that I am unfairly challenged to do my job. Teaching is hard. Welding is hard. Roofing in the Georgia sun, or more recently in the springtime monsoons, sounds impossible. In life we all face our own unique set of challenges. I’ve never approached my work as if the deck was unfairly stacked against me.

Maybe it is.

My day to day is a balancing act of beating back emails, managing the finances, keeping tabs on staff and helping where I can, and looking to the future to grow the company. In many ways if I don’t, no one will. It’s an awesome responsibility that both terrifies and drives me.

Two weeks ago our printer called. Mike is a vendor we use to print our 75,000 weekly newspapers. Most small community newspapers don’t do their own printing and are thus

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Upcoming Events Thursday, May 2 Food Truck Thursdays begin Celebration of Dunwoody’s 10th anniversary Brook Run Park, 5 pm Thursday, May 2 Zoning Board of Appeals City Hall, 6 pm Monday, May 6 City Council Meeting City Hall, 6 pm Tuesday, May 7 Planning Commission Meeting City Hall, 6 pm Thursday, May 9 Sustainability Committee Meeting City Hall, 7:45 am Thursday, May 9 Ask the FCC Free public forum regarding robo calls, phone scams, telecommunications City Hall, 6 pm Saturday, May 11 Walk With a Doc Brook Run Park, 9 am Saturday-Sunday, May 11-12 Dunwoody Art Festival Dunwoody Village Parkway Monday, May 20 City Council Meeting City Hall, 6 pm Monday, May 27 Memorial Day Holiday City administrative offices closed Memorial Day Ceremony Brook Run Veteran’s Memorial, 10 am

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State Legislature tackles election equipment, Medicaid current equipment, then the machine will print out a paper ballot that will be scanned and counted. Democrats and cybersecurity advisors generally opposed these machines, arguing a paper ballot filled out by hand would be less expensive and less at risk for hacking. Republicans and election administrators generally supported the ballot marking devices, saying the technology will be more familiar to voters and more accessible for some voters with disabilities.

The bill also addresses other concerns from the 2018 election. New provisions state that polling places cannot be changed 60 days before the election, the state must wait longer before removing inactive voters from the registration list, and election officials may not reject absentee ballots on

By Carson Cook carson@appenmediagroup.com ATLANTA, Ga. — The 2019 legislative season is in the rear window. While controversial bills concerning abortion and Medicaid grabbed headlines, legislators quietly tackled topics like medical marijuana and hemp farming.

Here’s a rundown of some key pieces of legislation and how local elected officials voted.

Election Reform HB 316 Status: Signed by governor Summary: With this bill, Georgia is set to get new election equipment across the state in the form of ballot marking devices. The new equipment allows voters to cast ballots on a touch screen, similar to

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Roll Call: Harrell, N Wilensky, N Abortion limits HB 481, Heartbeat bill, Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act Status: Passed by Legislature Summary: This bill bans abortion after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, which usually occurs around six weeks into pregnancy, with exceptions for rape and incest if a police report is filed and for medical emer-

gency. It also changes Georgia’s tax and child alimony laws so that an unborn child is considered a dependent.

Roll Call: Harrell, N Wilensky, N Airport takeover SB 131, Georgia Major Airport Authority Act Status: Failed to pass Summary: This bill would have created an oversight committee to review the operations, contracts, safety and financing of the Hartsfield- Jackson airport, while keeping ownership with the city of Atlanta. The bill went through several iterations, with some legislators seeking full state takeover and others angling for no state intervention. In the last days of the ses-

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Show and Tell: The Dunwoody Crier and 6 days to go I remember when I was growing up and in kindergarten, we used to have show-and-tell. I always enjoyed that and to this day, to an extent, I still enjoy showand-tell. In my case, in a sense, my columns are my grown-up show-and-tell. I get to share a small piece of my life with my friends, and when you are in this business, non-friends too.

So, about a week ago I spotted a news brief that said that the Dunwoody Crier was stopping publication. The Crier was a weekly newspaper similar to ours. It was older than our newspapers – 43 years old to be exact. The weekly paper had a circulation of 18,000 and was distributed free throughout Dunwoody and a bit over into Brookhaven. It was run by my peer Dick Williams who purchased the paper in 1996.

For years, The Crier did very well financially and provided consistent, in-touch, engaged and informed local news for the City of Dunwoody. It helped usher Dunwoody into city-hood – much as our Johns Creek Herald played a large role in the founding of that city. Over the years the Crier became more and more a part of the gnome of the city of Dunwoody, providing an important identity and cohesiveness to the city. There was great symbiosis. And now half of that relationship had ceased to exist.

The news was upsetting to us and we felt bad for Dick and his staff, especially Jim Hart who had led the business side of the paper for over 37 years and for Donna Stevens who managed the administrative side of the paper for 25 years.

The next day, my son got a call from Edwards Printing where our newspapers are printed in South Carolina, and, it turns out, also where the Crier was printed.

“Have you guys thought about reaching out to the Crier” was the message in the email. My printer didn’t want to lose that printing business.

“No” was the answer, “it never really occurred to us as we already have a very full plate right now and our staff resources were already stretched.” However, that idea began to increasingly enter into our thoughts.

The next day, we reach out to Jim Hart, the general manager and ask him whether he was possibly interested in trying to

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revive the Crier? He gave us a tentative “yes,” but, but while he has known me for a long time, he doesn’t really know me.

So, he is cautious. I probably would be too.

OK, so now we needed to reach out to Dick Williamsowner. I was very nervous and uncomfortable calling Dick. I want to see if we can save The Crier because every newspaper in this country is important. And, I think we may be able to rebuild revenue and at least operate it at a break-even or hopefully a little better. But The Crier has been his baby – almost like a child since 1996 and I know how much he has

suffered in making the decision to let it go. Part of me feels like I am trying to benefit from someone else’s loss; it feels like a selfish act. But I make the call and Dick tells me that he is in favor of Appen taking over The Crier if his two main staff — Jim and Donna will have jobs.

“They have been very loyal to me for many years and I want to do as much as I can to provide for them,” he tells me.

So now it’s decision time.

The Crier has been down now and officially “out of business” for one issue. The public has been told “it’s over.” The other newspaper that covers Dunwoody – a monthly – has already aggressively reached out to all The Crier advertisers – as any competing media would. How many of those advertisers may still be available?

Will they come back? How much damage has the closure caused? Can we turn this thing around? Will Jim and Donna get on board? Without them we don’t think taking on The Crier is possible. Too many

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questions. Too many variables beyond our control. Too few answers.

I spend time reading the last issue of The Crier. I slowly read the “goodbyes” of long-time supporters. Then I read them again. I see and feel intense

loyalty and sadness as I read. I begin to understand The Crier’s relationship with the community. Yes, I already understood that, but it is so much more of a personal relationship than I

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New Ga. 400 bus rapid transit may be the best answer Since GDOT and MARTA’s release of new plans to build two express lanes in each direction up Ga. 400 with bus rapid transit stops along the way, I’ve heard cries from folks as

to why they are not extending heavy rail instead. I can’t help but think that this conversation is so, like, five years ago.

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North Fulton area to extend MARTA rail up to Windward Parkway. They even had a funding mechanism in place for the more than $5 billion project. The problem was that when it was brought up, the only people that rallied were those who opposed it. And I can tell you as someone who once covered local politics as a reporter, and as a casual observer over the last 20 years, the only time people tend to rally is when they are opposed to something. You never really see folks rally for something these days. I guess it’s easier to say no to something in exchange for some magical solution than it is to stand up for something.

Four or five years ago, we had a way to extend rail and vocal voters, and then their elected officials said no.

I’m not exactly sure that this is the way this express lane

idea went down, but from what it looks like, it seems that bus rapid transit is the “next best thing” to the rail-expansion idea.

The plan calls for two express lanes to be built in each direction between the North Springs MARTA station and McGinnis Ferry Road. Then for one express lane in each direction north from there to McFarland Parkway. The lanes would run mostly between the current north/south lanes with bus rapid transit stops at North Springs MARTA, Holcomb Bridge Road, North Point Mall, Old Milton Parkway and Windward Parkway.

If you want more detail, you can go to http://www.dot. ga.gov/DS/GEL/SR400.

There is a great video of what it will look like. The toll lanes would run independent of the other lanes with some access points to merge back into the standard lanes. You would need a Peach Pass to drive in the new lanes and it would cost more during peak traffic times to help ensure that traffic keeps moving. In some areas, the lanes would run on a ramp, similar to how they are on I-75 through Cobb County.

I had State Sen. Brandon Beach on my radio podcast last week. He has chaired the Senate’s Transportation Committee for the last couple of years and was excited about bus rapid transit.

“This is going to be highend. The buses will be nice – they’ll have wifi and it will be a very nice experience for the rider,” he said.

The benefit of bus rapid transit is that there isn’t as much of an up-front cost to get it run-

ning as there is with heavy rail.

So if you cannot have heavy rail, it’s the next best thing.

Most people who I’ve talked to who have seen these plans, or heard about it, are thrilled that something is happening. But there are some vocal people who still want heavy rail and have no interest in seeing any more asphalt laid down. The problem is that it took years for discussion to finally brew up in North Fulton to the point where anyone with any significance would talk openly about heavy rail expansion. Even if folks would have come together to support heavy rail expansion four years ago, it still would have been another 10 years or so before we would have been able to ride on it.

So if folks want to start the MARTA heavy rail discussion again, they are talking about a solution that wouldn’t come to fruition until just before 2030.

The express lane/bus rapid transit plan already has a significant amount of funding in place through a $100 million bond and a $184 million-grant.

MARTA and GDOT are predicting that riders will be riding on these express lanes by 2025.

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Begin with the end in mind

erything you start in life has an ending. Your life itself will have an ending. You don’t like to think about endings. Often you don’t know “what’s next,” so you procrastinate. But procrastination is a decision in itself. In delaying action, you are giving up control.

In his 2006 best seller, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” Dr. Stephen Covey emphasized Habit 2: “Begin each day, task, or project with a clear vision of your desired direction and destination, and then continue by flexing your proactive muscles to make things happen.” In other words, what is your vision? What do you want to happen, to experience?

For a young person, your formal education (high school, trade school, college) may end somewhere around age 18 to 22. What is your strategy, your vision, as to how you will monetize your investment of time, energy, and money (yours and your parents’) to maximize the return on the investment?

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Begin with the end in mind!

That absolutely applies to life itself. If as a believer, you see life’s end as a beginning, a transition to Heaven and the company of the angels and saints, you’ve grasped the big picture.

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If you work for any company or non-profit, or you are selfemployed, what’s your vision of financial independence and how to get there?

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Given the number of folks taking five-plus years to graduate, changing majors or schools, dropping out, struggling to pay off onerous loans, etc., a plan, a vision of a desired outcome, would have been useful and, most likely, profitable!

Every marriage will end, either in annulment, divorce (about a 50 percent failure rate), or with death of a spouse.

Yes, saying “I do” with an end in mind is decidedly unromantic, but do you have a plan to live together in harmony? Do you know what strengths and weaknesses you both bring to the table? Are you on the same page when it comes to children, career paths, residence (including geographical location), religious practices, money issues, chores (who does what?), use of free time?

Again, not romantic, but a pre-nuptial agreement may be important, especially with latein-life unions of widows and widowers where separate families and significant assets are in the mix. Just celebrated your 50th wedding anniversary?

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When I received the startling announcement that the Dunwoody Crier was ceasing publication, it was sad news! The founder and publisher, Dick Williams, is a longtime friend, and I know how much he loved his paper!

For many entrepreneurs and small business owners, his or her enterprise is more than a living. It’s a labor of love. It’s hard to stop doing what you love. But there’s an old Yiddish proverb — “Man plans, God laughs.”

Dick Williams had not planned to suddenly shut down the paper, but it became necessary. As a long-time columnist, I hated to see that happen.

I enjoyed writing my weekly columns and working with the Crier team. Knowing that the paper meant a great deal to the community, I had a hunch someone would step in to save it and build on its reputation.

The Appen Media Group, as you may know, has purchased the paper. With expanded resources, the Dunwoody Crier has a bright future.

Alexander Graham Bell observed, “When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” The Appen acquisition spells both opportunity and the preservation of a great community asset.

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Crier, from page 5 had ever imagined. This was not just a business closing — nothing remotely close. It was a matter of the heart I began to realize. They do not want to say goodbye. “Take good care of this newspaper,” I tell myself. It is not yours — never will be. It is theirs. “Tread very carefully,” I tell myself, “and don’t assume that anything needs to change.”

So, we can’t let more issues pass without publishing. The longer we wait, the more likely it becomes that the window of time for saving The Crier has come and gone. We have to go to press at the earliest date. So, this is Easter weekend coming up so we can’t come back out that week. OK, so May 2 needs to be the date we relaunch and begin publishing The Crier.

That gives us from April 22 until April 30, more or less, to get a new newspaper out.

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out to the carriers who were delivering it. Change phones, repoint emails, set up credit card processing, find those advertisers, call the printer and see if the press window is still open.

Find space in the warehouse for three or four more pallets a week arriving. Work on joint advertising rates. Start thinking about meeting people — who, where, when. Are we sure we want to do this?

Years ago, I would not have even given the complexity and number of moving parts or the lack of time a second thought, but I am old now, a lot older than before. And this is a lot of work. But Hans is on it now.

Jim is on it. Donna is on it. And my staff is excited.

So, each day passes en route to our first deadline. Hans Appen, son and general manager, keeps checking off items on his list by the hour. I don’t see how he does it — just keeps plowing ahead, just like he did when12:36 he started 4/8/19 PM Pagethe 1 Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce. When

PERIMETER NORTH VILLAGES HELPING OLDER ADULTS LIVE AT HOME LONGER Dot and Wyndall Bates have been members of Perimeter North Villages (PNV) since 2016.

or different from any other city’s, but they do. That is, we still have four newspapers to put out and many other irons • Hans Appen – Publisher (genin the fire while we try to find eral questions, press releases) – hans@appenmediagroup.com and put our arms around ev• Jim Hart – General erything we need to put out Manager (advertising, The Crier. circulation) – jim@appenMy 12-hour day seems to mediagroup.com be rapidly coming to a sleepy • Donna Stevens – close. We had a good day Classifieds Manager – donna@ today. Jim is full speed reachappenmediagroup.com ing back out to all his adver• Appen Media Group: tisers. He seems as excited as 770-442-3278 we are. Twitter is alive and tweets and followers are rolling in. Dunwoody has such a does he sleep? Where does he different relationship with the Crier than Alpharetta, Milton, get his energy?

It’s now Tuesday and we go Johns Creek or Roswell does to press next Monday, I think. with us. We have big shoes to Six days left. Two new hires fill — Dick’s shoes. But that’s back at the office — in sales a good thing. It’s a moving for the Heralds. They need thing — an inspiration and training and a huge invest- something — a standard, a ment of time. Our suit against history to live up to and a star the City of Roswell to compel to shoot for. It is by no means them to comply with the law going to be easy, and we aband make their public records solutely must have the suppublic, moves forward. Soon port of the community, the they shall start deposing Ro- businesses, the government, swell’s officials — the mayor and the Crier’s loyal readers, and others. I can’t believe that but we can do this. We owe it they think that their public re- to you, and we owe it to Dick.

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Legislature, from page 4 sion, a jet fuel tax exemption and other transportation legislation was tacked onto the bill.

Ultimately, it failed to pass.

Home design deregulation SB 172, HB 302 Status: Failed to pass Summary: This bill that would have prevented local municipalities from creating regulations for home designs, such as roof shape or materials, was opposed by several cities and the Georgia Municipal Association. Ultimately, it failed to make it out of committee in either chamber.

Medical Marijuana HB 324, Georgia’s Hope Act Status: Passed by Legislature Summary: This bill legalizes the production, manufacture and dispensing of low THC oil by licensing six medical marijuana dispensaries and allows the possession of 20 fluid ounces for registered patients.

Roll Call: Harrell, Y Wilensky, Y Hemp Farming HB 213, Georgia Hemp Farming Act Status: Passed by Legislature Summary: This legislation legalizes the farming of industrial hemp, a variety of the cannabis plant used for textiles, paper, biodegradable plastics and other materials. This bill authorizes the state to issue hemp Page 1 grower licenses and sets regulations.

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Telecom regulation SB 66, Streamlining Wireless Facilities and Antennas Act Status: Passed by Legislature Summary: This bill was designed to streamline the deployment of wireless broadband in public rights of way.

Proponents of the bill say it will incentivize telecom companies to expand 5G coverage across the state, meaning faster internet speeds. Opponents, including some Alpharetta and Johns Creek officials, say it restricts local municipalities’ ability to regulate their rights of way.

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Lemonade Days Festival The largest crowds ever turned out for the 20th annual Lemonade Days Festival this past weekend. People of all ages enjoyed the beautiful weather and fun activities at the Festival at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody. Proceeds from Lemonade Days Festival benefit the efforts of Dunwoody Preservation Trust to preserve the past, celebrate the present, and build the future.

Left: Meredy Shortal, Dunwoody Mayor Denis Shortal, and Lemonade Days Festival Director Hope Follmer

More in May:

Dunwoody Kids to Parks Day! Saturday, May 18 Starts at 5 p.m.

Brook Run Park Event Field 4770 N. Peachtree Rd. Dunwoody, GA 30338

The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part — Movie & popcorn cart begin at dusk (around 8:45 p.m.)

Live music Face painting Movie at dusk Yard games Food carts

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Caroline Mohr visited the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.

Cam and Peyton Wyatt and their friend, Aubrey Crye, on a recent trip to Paradise Island, Bahamas (Atlantis).

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Governor speaks to Greater North Fulton Chamber

By Carson Cook carson@appenmediagroup.com JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Gov. Brian Kemp recounted the accomplishments of the 2019 legislative session to a packed house April 26 at the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Kemp largely focused on nonpartisan issues like raising the budget for teacher pay and school security, hurricane relief and fighting sex trafficking and gang violence.

However, he did mention two of the more controversial pieces of legislation passed during his first legislative session: Medicaid waivers and abortion restrictions.

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access to care and improve health outcomes for our families,” he said. “We passed the LIFE act to protect the innocent and the unborn.”

Given the audience, Kemp focused on the strength of the economy and importance of business development to the state.

“I want to thank you all for your strong support and being part of the Georgia economy and for what you do putting your efforts into your small business or the companies you’re working for,” Kemp said. “In my eyes, the folks that are members of the Chamber of Commerce and are involved

in the operations and support of local chambers, that is literally where the rubber meets the road.”

Kemp pointed to a couple of economic windfalls for the state, Korean SK Innovations building a $1.7 billion factory in Jackson County, which is expected to add 2,000 jobs, and California-based Plastics Express building a new base in Pooler, Ga., bringing a great deal of new business to the Savannah port.

Kemp said he will continue to focus on business development and take on adoption and foster care reform.

“As you can tell, we’ve accomplished a lot in our first 100 days of my term,” Kemp said.

“I want you to know we are not resting on our laurels and we are just getting started.”

After his speech, Kemp was fed questions. Asked about

President Donald Trump’s recent visit to the state to attend a conference on the opioid crisis, Kemp commended the president for his work at the federal level and highlighted work being done by the state.

Asked about Amazon, Kemp said the state would not be chasing “HQ2,” or a new headquarters, but that he was confident Amazon will continue to grow its regional offices in Georgia.

On the subject of east-west connectivity in North Fulton, Kemp said he was open to innovative, market-based solutions to transit.

“We have a great problem and a bad problem in the metro area with traffic,” Kemp said. “We’re growing so fast it’s hard to outbuild that growth when you look at road and bridge problems, so we’ve got to start thinking outside the box.”

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DUNWOODY ART FESTIVAL What: The whimsical artist market offers something for the whole entire family with artisans are from all over the country, a Kidz Zone with crafts and games, rides and live music.

When: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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FIESTA 5K CHALLENGE What: Cambridge Theatre will perform the story of two rival gangs, the under-privileged “Greasers” and the rich, have-it-made “Socials.” The play explores loss and redemption and is told through the eyes of the main character, Ponyboy.

When: May 2, 3 and 4 at 7 p.m.

Where: Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton Cost: $10 Info: cambridgehs.seatyourself.biz

CLAWS FOR A CAUSE What: Enjoy cold beer, spicy crawfish and shrimp, chicken jambalaya and live music by Suburban Angst, all while supporting Senior Services North Fulton. Rain or shine.

When: Saturday, May 4, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Six Bridges Brewing, 11455 Lakefield Drive #300, Johns Creek Cost: $50 in advance, $55 at the door Info and tickets: ssnorthfulton.org

RACE RELATIONS DIALOGUE What: The forum helps generate constructive analysis of issues, develop positive positions and implement programs that would result in more inclusive and peace-loving neighborhoods.

When: Thursday, May 9, 7 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: 770-545-9675 IRISH TENOR PAUL BYROM What: Irish tenor Paul Byrom, an original member of Celtic Thunder and now a solo artist and theatrical performer, will present a concert in Kennesaw as part of his U.S. tour.

When: Saturday, May 11, 7 p.m.

Where: Kennesaw State University, KSU Center Room 400, 333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw Cost: Tickets start at $35 More info and tickets: paulbyrom.ie

ROSWELL DRINKING WATER FESTIVAL What: The event will give guests the opportunity to tour the water plant and learn more about the drinking water sources and treatment.

Participants can also enjoy a free cookout, children’s activities and giveaways, and learn about water conservation.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Roswell Water Treatment Plant, 100 Dobbs Drive, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com or 770641-3742 FAMILY DOG FESTIVAL What: Bring a furry friend to this free event. Activities include a scavenger hunt, paw printing station, “pup”arrazi photo booth and more.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Park, 9000 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE What: A single blood donation can help save the lives of up to three people. Be a hero to someone in need by donating blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

When: Thursday, May 9, 1 – 6 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Public Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us COOKING AND CRAFTS What: The Cooking and Crafts program focuses experiencing history through simple recipes and crafts of the past.

When: Thursday, May 9, 4:30-6 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $10 More info and registration: autreymill.org MILTON SENIOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE What: The Milton Senior Center will host an open house for area seniors to learn about the programming provided

by Senior Services North Fulton.

When: Thursday, May 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Thomas Byrd, Sr. House, 15690 Hopewell Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us ATLANTA BIRD FEST What: Presented by the Atlanta Audubon Society. The event will feature exclusive, bird-centered field trips, workshops and speakers for casual and experienced nature and bird observers.

When: April 13-May 19 Where: Throughout Atlanta More info: atlantaaudubon.org/ atlanta-bird-fest DUNWOODY KIDS TO PARKS DAY What: The City of Dunwoody will be celebrating this national day of outdoor play with live music, face painting, balloon artists, food carts, yard games, giveaways and a movie!

Games, food, music, and activities will be available from 5-8 pm; movie and popcorn cart begins at dusk (around 8:45 pm).

When: Saturday, May 18 p.m., starts at 5 p.m.

Where: Brook Run Park Event Field, 4770 N. Peachtree Road., Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyga.gov JOHNS CREEK TOASTMASTERS What: Join the weekly meeting to learn how to become a better speaker and better leader.

When: Saturdays, 9:45 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Christian Church, 10800 Bell Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreek.toastmastersclubs.org or 404-513-3188

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SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS What: This program uses science based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program.

When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts.

When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m.

Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org NAVIGATORS TOASTMASTERS PATHWAYS What: Reach your personal and professional goals through Pathways, Toastmasters’ new education program.

When: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.

Where: Club House, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming Info: navigators.toastmastersclubs.org ALL RECOVERY MEETING What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction or those affected by people with addiction. Not a twelve step program.

When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek Info: navigaterecoverygwinnett.org WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning.

When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests Info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545

HEALTH AND FITNESS: FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: YOGA What: Join for a free group exercise class with Fitness in the Park. All classes are weather-permitting and open to the public.

When: Saturday, April 20, 9-10 a.m.

Where: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com FULTON GOLDEN GAMES What: For more than 20 years, the Fulton Golden Games has helped mature adults stay physically active, socially engaged and competitive, thus improving their quality of life.

When: Games run through May 25 Where: North Fulton More info: cityofmiltonga.us

FREE FITNESS FOR WOMEN What: Join your Alpharetta Females in Action group for free, peer-led workouts each week. Adult women of all fitness levels are welcome.

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.

Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming More info: fianation.com ZUMBA GOLD (FLEX) What: Combines the international rhythms of the Zumba Gold program with the strength training techniques, creating an easy-to-follow, healthboosting dance fitness program.

When: Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace ENERGY YOGA What: Physical exercises to open and clear energy. Utilizes Qi Gong and meditation techniques.

When: Sundays, 10:15 a.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org

FARMERS MARKETS, FOOD TRUCKS: ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET What: Find farmers with fruits, vegetables and natural meats; gardeners with fresh flowers and herbs; and makers of all sorts of edible home goods, from yummy desserts and breads to local raw honey.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Old Canton Street in Downtown Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com ROSWELL FARMERS AND ARTISANS MARKET What: Don’t miss the opening day of the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market. Mix and mingle with friends, shop for wonderful fresh items and enjoy talking to the vendors.

When: Saturday, April 13, 8:30 a.m.

– noon Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com FOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS What: Feast on some of the best food truck cuisine in Atlanta. This foodie event, complete with live music, features a variety of new and different offerings each week.

When: Thursdays, 5-8 p.m.

Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: discoverdunwoody.com

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DUNWOODY FARMERS MARKET What: A place where can you drink organic coffee, eat a fresh baked breakfast biscuit, and grocery shop for tonight’s dinner, all while watching your kids enjoy the playground?

This is your one stop shop.

When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: In front of Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: discoverdunwoody.com

RELIGIOUS EVENTS: MEN’S MINISTRY: FRIDAY MORNINGS What: The First Baptist Roswell men’s group meets every Friday morning for friendship and to help each other grow spiritually. All are welcome to attend.

When: Fridays, 7 a.m.

Where: Panera Bread, 1195 Woodstock Road, Roswell More info: fbroswell.org THERAPEUTIC YOGA What: Gain health benefits from relaxing yoga that emphasizes strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. Taught by an advanced certified yoga instructor.

When: Wednesdays, 9:45-11 a.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Info: rumc.com or 770-261-1705 WEDNESDAY NIGHTS OUT What: Join for weekly dinner and fellowship. Volunteers needed for serving and cleaning.

When: Wednesdays, 4:45-6:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $7 per adult More info: rumc.com/wno WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS What: Make and grow faith-based friendships for all ages. Enjoy a hot meal and/or volunteer.

When: Wednesdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St., Alpharetta More info: afumc.org

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES What: The four different circles offer women opportunities to spend time together, support each other in happy and sad times, learn from each other and grow in faith. Child care options available.

When: Esther Circle, each first Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.; Ruth Circle, each first Wednesday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Lydia Circle, each first Thursday, 9:3011:30 a.m.; Martha Circle, each first Thursday, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta More info: alpharettapres.com/ adults/small-groups/

MUSIC, ARTS & THEATER: JOHNS CREEK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES What: Hear Chicago Rewired, a Chicago tribute band, for free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

When: Friday, May 3, 6 p.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov ROSWELL PERFORMING ARTS SPRING RECITAL What: Roswell Performing Arts will present their annual spring recitals.

When: Friday, May 3 and 4, 12 – 8:30 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com MURDER IN THE VINEYARD What: MURDER in the VINEYARD is Stage Door Players’ Annual Fundraising Event for 2019. This special murder mystery will be at the Donaldson Bannister Farm with Stage Door Players own Robert Egizio who will cast the roles for the mystery dinner event. It will also feature Dunwoody’s 2019 Idol winner - Josie James during our cocktail hour.

When: Saturday, May 4, 6:30-10p.m.

Where: Donaldson Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody More info: stagedoorplayers.tix.com POET CECILIA WOLOCH What: Los Angeles-based, awardwinning poet Cecilia Woloch will present a reading and a workshop.

Registration required.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Johns Creek Books and Gifts, 6000 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite B-500, Johns Creek More info and registration: afpls.org or 770-360-8820

VIVALDI IN THE PARK What: A collaboration between Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra and North Atlanta Dance Theatre offers live music, with Vivaldi’s complete “The Four Seasons” and other favorites.

When: Saturday, May 4, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $25 More info: northatlantadance.com or 770-772-8000 ROSWELL RIVERSIDE SOUNDS What: Come see Seth Walker perform country and soul at this free concert series. Drinks and food are available at each concert. Concerts held the first Saturday of the month through October.

When: Saturday, May 4, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com “FREAK FRIDAY: A NEW MUSICAL” What: Disney’s “Freaky Friday: A New Musical” follows an overworked mother and her teenage daughter when they magically swap bodies and they have just one day to put things right again.

When: Shows through May 5, times vary When: Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church, 2850 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek Cost: $14 in advance, $16 at the door More info and tickets: cytaatlanta.org ROSWELL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY RECEPTION What: Come meet the photographers at the Roswell Photographic Society’s Artists’ reception. The Roswell Photographic Society will be exhibiting a juried flower exhibit the months of April and May 2019.

When: Sunday, May 5, 4 — 6 p.m.

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellphotosociety.com WIRED ART EXHIBIT What: Join for a show of original art by local artists from the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance. Original fine art for sale.

When: Reception Friday, May 3 at 5:30-7 p.m.; exhibit open through June 5 When: Synovus Bank, 10446 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell More info: rfaa.org ARTAROUND ROSWELL SCULPTURE TOUR What: The ArtAround Roswell “museum without walls” 2019-2020 Tour will feature 10 new sculptures and nine permanent sculptures.

When: Opens April 13, through February 2020 Where: Across the City of Roswell Info and maps: roswellartsfund.org

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JAZZ AT FIREFLY What: Free, live music each week.

When: Saturdays, 8:30-11 p.m.

Where: Firefly Restaurant & Bar, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta More info: fireflyalpharetta.com SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: ROSWELL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY What: The Roswell Photographic Society will be exhibiting a juried flower exhibit. This will be in conjunction with the Azalea Festival that occurs every April.

When: April 1-May 31 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellphotosociety.com LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS What: Join every Sunday afternoon for live music on the patio along with food trucks and cold beer.

When: Sundays, 4-7 p.m.

Where: Truck & Tap, 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta More info: awesomealpharetta.com

LIBRARY EVENTS: ALPHARETTA LIBRARY BOOK SALE What: The Friends of the Alpharetta Library have a monthly book sale.

All proceeds benefit the Alpharetta Library and its programs.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org BORROWING DIGITAL BOOKS AND MUSIC What: Learn how to download and stream eBooks, audiobooks, music and movies with Hoopla and download eBooks and audiobooks with Overdrive. Bring a laptop, tablet or smart phone.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10:30 a.m.noon Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402 MEET THE ARTIST: MATTHEW BERRY What: Georgia artist Matthew Berry will meet patrons and answer questions about his works. His art will be on display in the library through May. When: Saturday, May 4, 1-5 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-6735

JOHNS CREEK POETRY GROUP What: Join published poets for informative workshops. New and experienced poets are welcome to attend.

For anyone ages 8 and up.

When: Saturday, May 4, 10:15 a.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8820 AUTHOR READING: KIRAN VADGAMA What: Young author Kiran Vadgama will read from and discus his two books: “The Adventures of Lightning and Fang” and “The Mutating Martians.”

When: Monday, May 6, 6-7 p.m.

Where: Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-6738 OCEE AUTHOR SERIES: DONNA LONGINO What: Donna Longino is a local author who wrote “Sarah’s Way,” a love story set amid the backdrop of the Cherokee Trail of Tears. Join for a special reading and discussion with the author.

When: Wednesday, May 8, 6 p.m.

Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8897 MEET AUTHOR MARIE BENEDICT What: Join New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Marie Benedict as she discusses her latest book “The Only Woman in the Room.”

When: Thursday, May 9, 1-2:30 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 404-613-4402 DESTRESS WITH THERAPY DOGS What: Teenagers can destress and hang out with Hesston, winner of Milton Library’s 2018 Canine Service Excellence Award.

When: Thursday, May 9, 4-5 p.m.

Where: Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org

PET ADOPTIONS: FULTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES What: Pet adoptions When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

Where: PetSmart, 6370 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta Additional adoptions: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Fulton County Animal Services, 860 Marietta Blvd.

NW, Atlanta More info: 404-613-4958

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Playoffs in full steam at Holy Innocents

Senior tennis star and Duke signee Garrett Johns

By Dunn Neugebauer For The Crier

Four of the six Holy Innocent’s spring sports went into or continued postseason this week, though unfortunately good campaigns ended for two squads.

The boys’ tennis team went down last Thursday in the Elite 8, falling 3-0 to Stratford Academy. Coach Ashton Williams’ squad took second in area and topped Hebron Christian in the opening round of state before the quarterfinal blemish.

“To have made the Elite 8 with this team is special,” Williams said. “After starting last season 2-9, we have gone 19-6 in the last 25 matches.”

The team was led by No. 1 singles and Duke signee Garrett Johns who leaves with only one loss in his high school career. Touring the country over the summers, he also earned a spot in the main draw in last year’s BB&T Challenge in Atlanta.

Ryan Wood and Richard Johnston are the other two seniors; they depart as one of the top doubles’ teams in HIES history.

The girls’ team — after winning region for the second year in a row — fell in the opening round of state to Hebron Christian in a tight 3-2 match. Senior Morgan Jabaley occupied the No. 1 singles slot all season.

Things also came to a close in baseball, as the Bears dropped a 9-0, 6-0 doubleheader to Strong Rock Christian in the opening round of postseason. HI will graduate five – College of Charleston signee and ace pitcher Guillermo Granier, Dylan Jones, Brett Adams, Harrison Padgett and Will Rautenstrauch — all of whom made significant contributions.

In track, coach Stephen Jayaraj’s troops began their area meet Tuesday at Landmark Christian, and the competition concludes Thursday – also at Landmark.

Many local athletes stood out during the regular season. Jackie Addy took second in state last year in both the 800 and 1,600. Jada Farrell was also a silver medalist in the shot last year and is expected to contend once again.

Kourtney Buckner and Nick Gonzalez (sprints), William Welden and Aidan Zeissner (middle distance) and Brandon Sertl (3,200) are others expected to make it to state.

In lacrosse, both the girls and boys began postseason play this week. The girls go in with sophomore Annie Parker as their leading scorer. Parker has a strong upperclassman cast around her, including Kate Waters, Brooke Lindner, Emma Forrestal, and Abigail Pagano.

The boys have been led in scoring by senior Ryan Blasberg; classmates Graham Collins, Will Schoen, Will Ventulett and Will Harrell have also provided strong support.

On the links, both golf teams had area meets earlier this week. Elizabeth Dickson leads the girls’ team, while the boys – defending Class A and Private state champs – have been a ‘leadership by committee’ with Cannon Crane one of the many stars.

The girls’ soccer team faced Lakeview in the Elite 8 earlier this week; they advanced with a 3-1 win over Mt. Paran last Tuesday. Sophomore Caroline Belisle is the top scorer, while Rachel Suttle, Maddie Whitaker and Ellen Goetz have all starred defensively.

The boys finished at 11-6, narrowly missing a playoff berth.

The persistence of birds If you do much TV watching, you’ve probably heard what’s been happening the last week or so on Jeopardy, the near-legendary answer-andquestion TV game show.

The idea behind Jeopardy is straightforward: There’s a game board with categories, and under each category there are a bunch of hidden answers.

Contestants pick the unseen answers and then must come up with the corresponding question. If they get the question right, they are awarded money.

It’s oddly appealing, and I’ve been a fan for almost as long as the show has been on.

But the last week or so has been special. It seems that contestant James Holzhauer has been racking up the wins bigtime (around $1.2 million at last count) and he’ll keep going until another contestant claims the “champion” title.

Anyway, the other night, one of the answers had to do with the Salvadore Dali paint-

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ing “The Persistence of Memory.” You may have seen it; it’s the one that features melting watches against a cryptic landscape with lots of other little details to ponder as you try to figure out what it means. I actually got to see the original, one day long ago, and I still remember it vividly —see? The persistence of memory and all that.

I’m no art critic — far from it — but that one strikes a chord.

The persistence of memory…yeah...

But it’s nothing compared to the persistence of birds.

You’ll recall that my “bird

binoculars” have opened up a whole new world of outdoor adventure. Thanks to the wonders of optical physics, they let me appreciate all sorts of feathered creatures from a distance that doesn’t disturb the creatures I’m admiring. Those binocular lenses really are windows into a world I would otherwise not see.

The birds, for their part, seem to appreciate the attention and actually seem to be going out of their way to make my novice bird-watching easier and more convenient. Just a few minutes ago, for instance, a cardinal decided to take a break right there outside my window.

And yesterday a hummingbird (yes, one of those!) hovered for perhaps 30 seconds not three feet from my nose. Neat!

But the award for most accommodating bird has to go to the one which is, persistently, trying to build a nest in our mailbox.

My first hint that this was going on was the discovery

of a handful of pinestraw on top of the assortment of advertising circulars, credit card solicitations, and buy-one-getone cheeseburger offers that these days passes for mail. I used to love to get mail and still do, going so far as to ask my world-traveling friends to send me an old-fashioned postcard from wherever they happen to be. The arrival of one of those cards is an occasion of great excitement and much more interesting than even the juiciest two-for-one burger of-

fering. Y’all remember that. If you travel somewhere fun this summer, send me a postcard. I promise I’ll put it on my cork board for all to see.

But I digress. Back to the straw.

Figuring that said straw-inthe-mailbox was the result of, oh, maybe a mis-directed leaf blower, I gave it not a thought as I swept out the straw. Ellie the Miniature Schnauzer, who was helping me get the mail, looked pointedly at me as I did

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Artistic Director celebrates 15 years at Stage Door Players

By Gayle Suggs For The Crier Milestones are nice. All of us hit them — 20th wedding anniversary, 50th birthday and so on.

These dates give us the chance to look back, see how far we’ve come and give thanks for the journey.

April 2019 marks the 15th anniversary of Robert Egizio’s arrival as Stage Door Players’ Artistic Director. Those who have navigated that voyage understand just how far and how proud the trip has been. I asked some key observers to share with us their recollections about Stage Door prior to Egizio’s hiring, to tell us what has changed, to describe the challenges the theater now faces and simply to say, “Job well done.”

“Stage Door was founded in 1974 as a community improvement project of the Dunwoody Women’s Club,” explained Beverly Powell, Box Office manager for Stage Door Players. “While we did have a permanent meeting space at the North DeKalb Cultural Arts Center, we were still an amateur theater when Robert arrived.

“He came along to direct our production of “Ain’t Mis-

behavin’” just before a planned move to Florida. But seeing some potential here, he stayed and took us from a small community theater to a well-respected professional theater,” stated Powell. “Under Robert’s leadership, Stage Door’s reputation has grown, and in 2016 we were named one of the top 5 theaters in Atlanta by CBS Atlanta.”

Over the last 25 years, Jim Redovian has served been a season ticket holder, Board Member, Treasurer, and Board Chair.

“During my time, we had many artistic directors, but we always struggled to get out from under the ‘little theater’ label. When Robert started, we were under-funded, overstaffed and in a very weak position. Robert has found a way to develop Stage Door Players into a respected regional theater that attracts the best actors and technicians in the area. And by improving the standards, he’s also increased the subscriber base, ad base and sought out private donors and grants to help with the budget.”

“Theater helps make a community great,” explained Dunwoody Mayor Denny Shortal.

“A community is like a tapestry made up of many different

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threads. One of those threads is a good theater that helps to educate, entertain and engage members of the community.

Theater should be thoughtprovoking and provide us an opportunity to use our imaginations in the company of others.

We don’t live in a vacuum, and when our city can offer excellent theatrical productions, it enhances all aspects of our life here together. Stage Door Players is an integral part of what makes our community exceptional. Robert has brought a level of professionalism to our area that was lacking before.”

Sharon Clark, former board chair and liaison to the Dunwoody Woman’s Club, comments that “very few theaters give the patrons the feeling of being on stage with the actors. And Robert has done that while bringing the finest talent here, keeping the ticket prices competitive and increasing the subscriber base.”

Other perks she points out are the theater’s location — just a few minutes away from our homes — and no parking fees, not to mention the addition of comfortable theater seats that replaced the old dining roomtype chairs formerly used.

Mayor Shortal pointed out

the partnerships Egizio has sought with the community.

“One of the real perks for theater-goers is the restaurant partnerships he has helped to arrange. It’s nice to know we can visit many of our local restaurants, show our subscriber’s pass and get a discount on our meal there. Robert looks for ways to engage the whole community, which benefits everyone.”

Several people spoke to the challenges faced by any theater today. There’s competition from other forms of entertainment, obviously. But there are other challenges as well.

“Our current space has 125 seats, which obviously limits the income from ticket sales,” explained Redovian. “The potential to grow is there, if we had a larger space.” Others agree.

“As it is, every show sells out nearly every performance.

While that’s great, it shows we need a larger auditorium. And a pit for an orchestra, and more space for stage construction would expand our possibilities of what productions could be offered,” stated Pam Tallmadge, former board member who now sits on the City Council.

Clearly, community members see a bright future for

Stage Door Players under Egizio’s continued leadership.

It’s difficult to single out Egizio’s biggest contribution to the community. But Tallmadge offers an observation on the personal level.

“Robert takes the time to thank everyone who comes to a show. He greets you at the box office when you arrive, and he stands at the door to chat when you are leaving,” he said. “He listens to his patrons. His enthusiasm is contagious! His talent as an actor, producer, and director is second to none, and Dunwoody is fortunate to have him here.”

Added Redovian, “Robert showed up at a critical time for us. And through his love for theater, and this particular theater in the middle of Dunwoody, he has made Stage Door Players an asset all of us can enjoy and be proud of. I truly believe that without his commitment, this theater would have closed years ago. Every city should be a supporter of the arts, and our entire region is a beneficiary of this thriving theater, run by a person with the passion to keep it alive and well and moving into the future. We should all be grateful Robert showed up here 15 years ago to run a theater.”

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again until the next day when (you guessed it) I found more of it (and some twigs and moss too) in the box, again atop the mail.

I cleaned it all out again (Ellie looked at me even more pointedly) and retrieved two more

credit card offers and dual promos promising me significant savings on eyeglasses and shoes.

The next day was Sunday.

No mail is delivered on Sunday. But then came Monday – and lo and behold, what should await Ellie and me on Monday evening but yet another mass of straw, much bigger than the previous ones and this time with a telltale indentation right there in the middle.

Ellie looked at me meaningfully, as if to say, “See?” Yep, you guessed it. Those persistent little birds had apparently decided to make birdwatching really easy for me by building a nest right there in the mailbox, no matter how many times I tried to mess up their plans.

The moral of this story is probably that bird nests are where you find them, or something like that. This really is a great time of year to look for them, too. For even more fun, take a kid or grandkid with you.

I’ll bet you won’t have to look too long before you too spot a one of ‘em too.

so. Then I retrieved the day’s haul (two catalogs and a real estate liquidation promo) and went back inside for some iced tea.

I didn’t think about the straw

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Elizabeth Davis, Dunwoody school principal for 25 years While looking through some old issues of the Dunwoody Crier, I discovered an interview with Elizabeth Davis. She was principal of Dunwoody Elementary School from 1937 until 1962. The school was located where the Dunwoody Library and Spruill Center for the Arts are today, so Mrs. Davis had a short walk from her home at 5300 Chamblee Dunwoody Road to the school.

Elizabeth and Manget Davis previously lived in Decatur, but they often took a drive to the country, including an area known as Dunwoody. They ran into Calhoun Spruill on one of these outings, who just happened to be selling his home and 50 acres along ChambleeDunwoody Road. He planned to move in with his daughter, Effie Spruill Carpenter, who lived east on Mount Vernon Road, at the intersection with Tilly Mill Road.

The Davises decided to buy the Dunwoody home and property from Spruill, making their move to the country. Manget was a photographer at Davison’s Department Store, so he was an early commuter from Dunwoody to Atlanta.

The Davises had a son entering sixth grade and soon felt that there was room for

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improvement at the threeroom Dunwoody school. The temporary principal was a preacher waiting for his next church. When Elizabeth Davis approached him with her concerns, he suggested it would be better to “let sleeping dogs lie.” Mrs. Davis, who graduated from Agnes Scott College in 1923 with a degree in French and Latin, didn’t take well to his answer.

Davis made a phone call to the superintendent of DeKalb County School, W. M. Rainey, and before she knew it, she was the new principal of Dunwoody Elementary School. In 1937, she became both teacher and principal along with teachers Nettie Austin and Aldine Chambers. Austin taught first, second and third grade; Chambers taught fourth and fifth; and Mrs. Davis taught sixth and seventh.

Elizabeth and Manget Davis moved to Dunwoody in 1937 and purchased this home from Calhoun Spruill.

The home was just down Chamblee Dunwoody Road from the Dunwoody Elementary School.

The effects of the Great Depression were felt across the country, and the improvements or additional supplies needed for schools were often put on hold.

Davis praised the Lions Club and Dunwoody Home Demonstration Club for raising funds to help Dunwoody School. She often recruited Manget to assist with her school projects.

If you have ever noticed the street off Chamblee-Dunwoody Road called Manget Way, it is named for him. In 1955, Manget and Elizabeth sold some of their acreage to Herbert Bryan

for development, and Bryan named Manget Way and Manget Court, as well as Nerine Circle for his wife.

Elizabeth Davis retired from her position as school principal in 1962, but she stayed busy helping her community. She assisted with elections in Dunwoody for 15 years. She also co-authored a book of Dunwoody history along with Ethel Spruill, “The Story of Dunwoody: 1821-1975.”

I did not have the privilege of meeting Elizabeth Davis, but thanks to an article in the

August 1978 Dunwoody Crier, I get a glimpse into what that would have been like. As the Crier transitions into new ownership by Appen Media Group, Dunwoody Preservation Trust is in the process of gathering 42 years of Dunwoody Crier issues for preservation, as well as copies for the DeKalb History Center archives, and some editions will become part of the archives at the Atlanta History Center.

E-mail Valerie at pasttensedunwoody@gmail.com.

A spring trip to Pigeon Forge A friend offered us a week’s stay at his cabin in Pigeon Forge and even invited the dog, so how could we refuse? We’d visited there before, once for a cowboy music festival and once for a Vietnam veterans’ reunion.

I enjoyed the cowboy music — much to my surprise — and no matter where the veterans’ group gathers, I always treasure our time with them. That year, the veterans’ group arranged a bus tour through the Smokey Mountain National Park and the town of Gatlinburg. I’m sure we know more about its origins than do most visitors.

This trip, we invited one couple for the first weekend and another for the last. That way, my husband had companions —or playmates — for watching the NCAA basketball tournament and for visiting the local range and Smoky Mountain Knife Works, billed as the

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largest knife shop in the world.

We gals entertained ourselves in other ways. First, we visited the outlet mall where I achieved my main objective of finding a warm parka for this year’s Christmas cruise on the Rhine River. I didn’t find the cheese slicer I was hunting for, but the guys came home with one from the knife shop, so mission accomplished.

We four did the tourist thing by eating dinner at Margaritaville, mostly so we could catch a glimpse of the nearby fountain

feature. Like a mini version of the Bellagio fountain, it erupts with lights and music, though it isn’t nearly as spectacular as the original in Las Vegas.

Naturally, we had to eat pancakes one morning as there seems to be a pancake restaurant every 20 yards in Pigeon Forge. My husband joked that all you need to open a business there is a building, a box of Bisquick and a coffee pot.

When those friends departed, I was content to read a book in front of the fireplace for most of one day, though, as you might expect, my husband began to get bored. Never fear, by the next day, more friends arrived.

The boys headed off to the range and knife store — again — and we gals went to Gatlinburg to “Do the Loop,” an 8-mile trail of arts and crafts galleries and shops off the beaten path. We started out

with lunch on the patio at Three Jimmy’s where we’d eaten with our first set of friends. It was worth another visit.

We couldn’t possibly take in every gallery and spent most of our time in two. First was Hand-n-Heart Creations, a gallery carrying paintings by artists Mark Keathley, Greg Painter and Abraham Hunter.

Our final stop was the Jim Gray Gallery housed in a historic 125-year-old church building. It features the paintings and sculpture of Jim Gray as well as the artwork of Tracy Webb. It’s a spectacular setting, and I was taken with the pottery and jewelry on display and came home with yet another necklace I didn’t need.

Back in Pigeon Forge, we gals prepared to go out to dinner only to discover the guys had to watch basketball, so we made do with an old standby — Mellow Mushroom Pizza.

Despite our trip coinciding with the nightmare of spring break crowds, we managed to have a relaxing week. On chilly mornings and evenings, we spent time in front of the fireplace, and on the several warm days, we moved to the rockers on the front porch. Lord Banjo, our only four-legged guest, happily assumed the royal belly rub position and got in a few walks.

He also got into the garbage, but that’s a topic for another day. ​ Kathy is a Sandy Springs resident. Find her books, “Lord Banjo the Royal Pooch” and “The Ink Penn: Celebrating the Magic in the Everyday,” at the Enchanted Forest and on Amazon. Contact her at inkpenn119@gmail.com, follow her on Facebook, www.facebook. com/KathyManosPennAuthor, and read her blogs at https:// theinkpenn.blogspot.com.

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SERVICES BATHS EDWARDS & ASSOCIATES INC Contractor specializing in kitchen, bath, and basement remodeling.

Dunwoody business since 1983.

Mark Edwards 770-403-8098.

HELP WANTED FFT-PT Insurance CSR, licensed, experienced. Base, Bonus, Benefits Fran 404-625-4741.

BATHROOM REMODELING

WE’RE SEEKING FOR an experienced and motivated assistant and hairstylist.

Call 718-813-7187.

Painting • Plumbing • Sheetrock Electrical • Countertops • Showers We also Install Ceramic Tiles: Kitchen Floors • Foyers Backsplashes • Patios Bathroom Showers

FRIENDLY RESPONSIBLE person with transportation to assist part-time at farmers market booth.

Email:Elizabethbein@gmail.com

Free Estimates References Available Lawrence

AUTOS

770-778-0142 770-995-7041

AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE MERCEDES SL500 2003 Designo edition.40,000 miles, like new 19,500.00 770 616 3450.

2001 MERCEDES BENZ CLK Class 320 97k miles, excl. cond. $4,500 OBO. 404-416-0636 2015 FORD EXPLORER 41k miles, white w/tan interior, garaged kept, looks brand new, driven back & forth to work only. $20,500. ($3,000 below blue book).

Call Kathy 770-833-9870.

2009 TOYOTA CAMRY SE Brand new tire set, power steering fluid, new filters, oil change and comprehensive body check April 2018. 131,968 miles. No prior accidents and clean title. Perfect car for a high schooler or college student or someone looking for a car with great gas mileage and dependability! $7,500 cash or cashiers check. Great Japanese engineering. Was purchased as a certified pre-owned car. Serious Inquires Only 404.985.8559.

2003 MERCEDES E320 Gray w black leather, sunroof, good condition, Orig owner, all power, 142K miles - $4,000. Serious Inquiries 678-539-7364.

2004 ACURA TL, 6 speed manual transmission. 208K mileage, all new tires, original owner, dealer maintained. $3900 (Kelley Blue Book range $2941-$4922) 404-375-2045 / 404-413-7448.

2012 TOYOTA PRIUS V Five Tech Pkg), red, 45K miles, leatherette, heated seats, navigation, backup camera, sunroof, excellent condition, $18,500.

(678) 644-4142.

1994 MERCEDES E320, 97K miles, 2nd owner, black/grey w/grey leather, sunroof, cold A/C, great condition $5,500; 678.644.4142.

1985 TOYOTA TERCEL For Sale.

Excl cond. $3,500. Call/ text anytime. 678-463-9092 http://www.minderrificcom/ tercel/1985Tercel4Sale.htm

REAL ESTATE RENT/SALE DUNWOODY CENTER OFFICE LEASE 1250 Sq Ft. 5 offices, upper level Full service, 5 night janitorial 3 year lease, $1,800 per month Ample parking.

404-944-9088 Owner/Broker.

TIME SHARE FOR sale or rent.

Week 22, Shipyard Plantation, Hilton Head, S.C. Two bedrooms, two full baths, large kitchen, living room, dining room seating six, counter seating four. For golfers, 16 tee times included at Palmetto Dunes. For sale at $2,950 or one week rental at $1,250. Contact Dick at 404-219-0848.

OFFICE FOR RENT. 9X12 Independence Square.

Professional setting. Totally renovated. Fully furnished.

Amenities include reception area, conference room, internet, kitchen.

Come and go as you please. 650 per month. 404-580-9275.

SERVICES ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING, BOOKKEEPING, and Business Services (770) 298-5684.

AUTO SERVICES AUTO HEADLINERS Installation at your location. Guaranteed work.

Tony Costa 7/386-6847 or 770-855-3334. Since 1987.

EDWARDS & ASSOCIATES INC Fine woodworking including kitchen cabinetry, media centers, bookcases, stairways and interior woodwork. Marble, Granite, & Corian installation. Dunwoody business since 1983. Mark Edwards 770-403-8098.

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CONCRETE/MASONRY

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LIGHTING SERVICES

NEW POST LANTERNS INSTALLED

Gas Lamps Converted to Low Voltage Electric or Solar

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PLUMBING SERVICES

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SHOWER PAN LEAK Repair and new installation. Complete plumbing services. 404-219-1923.

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INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING

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PET SITTING PERSONAL BUTLER, LLC for your pet/house sitting and concierge needs. 770-804-0019.

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Servicing & Repairing Swimming Pools in Dunwoody and the surrounding areas for over 15years Residential & Commercial Renovations â&#x20AC;˘ Replastering â&#x20AC;˘ Tile Coping â&#x20AC;˘ Weekly Service â&#x20AC;˘ Repairs New Equipment Installation

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Servicing the Dunwoody area since 1981, with more than 1000 established references available.

CELEBRATING MY 38TH YEAR! THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU!

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