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DeKalb Schools considers bond to fund capital projects Homeowners group declares opposition By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com If DeKalb County Schools moves forward with plans for a bond referendum next spring to cover a shortfall in construction, they will have some opposition. Due to rising construction costs, the school district finds itself $95 million short on the school improvement projects it had hoped to fund through the education sales tax, or E-SPLOST. The school district has proposed a March 2020 referendum to approve a general obligation bond to complete the underfunded E-SPLOST program and additional projects that would address
urgent facility needs. The size of the bond would be in the range of $222 to $265 million, the district reports. At a Sept. 8 meeting, the Dunwoody Homeowners Association Board of Directors unanimously agreed to release a statement opposing the bond. The letter released states that while Dunwoody Homeowners Association leaders are concerned about deteriorating conditions in DeKalb schools, they do not think a general obligation bond is the right vehicle to address the issues. They cite a history of a lack of transparency and leadership and questioned the school district’s construction estimates.
Dunwoody Homeowners Association’s statement opposing school district’s general obligation bond Dear Members of the Board, The Dunwoody Homeowners Association (DHA) strives to ensure a high standard and quality of life for the homeowners of Dunwoody. An essential component of a strong and vibrant community is quality public schools for every child. Unfortunately, the school facility crisis of DeKalb County Schools (DCSD) is putting the quality of life for all of Dunwoody at serious risk. School buildings are suffering from leaky roofs, mold, malfunctioning air conditioning,
non-working bathrooms, unsanitary locker rooms, unsafe multipurpose fields and catastrophic plumbing breaks. These poor conditions extend to numerous portable trailers which are arriving at an alarming pace with little plan for relief in the next few years. We ask DCSD to prioritize this facilities crisis and school overcrowding through strategic initiatives and alternative solutions, not simply adding more portable classSee STATEMENT, Page 6
Chamber hosts transportation panel By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com
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From left, Marlo Clowers, Ros Tucker, Johann Weber and Ann Hanlon discuss transportation at a Perimeter Chamber event Sept. 19.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — In the shadow of the Dunwoody MARTA station, members of the Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber of Commerce gathered Sept. 12 to hear potential solutions to the district’s most prominent challenge: transportation. A panel of business and transportation officials discussed road projects and alternative approaches to help reduce travel times to guests at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse. The panelist were Ann Hanlon, executive director of the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts; Johann Weber, senior program manager of Perimeter Connects; Ros Tucker, a managing director
at the Atlanta Regional Commission; and Marlo Clowers, senior project manager at the Georgia Department of Transportation. Clowers manages the Transform 285/400 project, which is now under construction to add new flyover ramps, new collector-distributor lanes and other upgrades to the interchange. This project is distinct from plans to bring toll lanes to I-285 and Ga. 400, a project that is still years away. The 285-400 interchange sees more than 400,000 cars each day, Clowers said. The transform project covers 4 miles of I-285 and 6 miles of Ga. 400, making it similar in scope to Spaghetti Junction in north DeKalb.
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DUNWOODY, Ga. — The DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department has added a new rapid response vehicle to Station 21 in Dunwoody. This brings to five the total number of rapid response vehicles in the countywide fleet now in service. Rapid response vehicles are staffed by two DeKalb firefighters trained to stabilize patients until an ambulance arrives. DeKalb firefighters who are licensed Emergency Medical Technicians or paramedics are frequently the first to respond to a medical emergency. They are trained to treat conditions that require immediate life-saving actions, such as major bleeding. “Our firefighters are often the first on the scene, and the most critical point of emergency response is how quickly first responders can initiate lifesaving care and stabilize patients,” DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond said. In some cases, rapid response vehicles alleviate an ambulance from having to respond if the patient does not need transport to a hospital.
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The DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department has added a new rapid response vehicle to Station 21 in Dunwoody. Rapid response vehicles are smaller and less expensive to operate than larger firetrucks. The units feature fire extinguishing capabilities as well as various emergency response equipment and medical supplies. The county purchased 10 rapid response vehicles from funding generated by the special purpose local option
sales tax passed in 2017. The remaining five vehicles are now being outfitted and are set for deployment later this year. A total of $2 million in SPLOST funding was allocated for the 10 response units. Each vehicle cost approximately $200,000, which includes the truck, upgrades and equipment.
Dunwoody unveils Traffic Control Center DUNWOODY, Ga. — Dunwoody recently released a tour of its new Traffic Control Center in City Hall. The traffic center connects to all the traffic signals within the city limits and allows engineers to adjust signal timing to improve traffic flow. “Now we’re able to communicate with and adjust remotely all the signals in the city,” Dunwoody Public Works Director Michael Smith said. “Before this project, we could communicate with only 20 of our 60 signals.” The improved signal control is the result of two projects that extended the fiber-optic signal communication network and added video cameras and vehicle detection at many intersections. “The cameras are not red-light cameras,” Smith said. “These are purely
used to monitor traffic conditions at each intersection. We can look at the video along with the cycle of the signal in real time to troubleshoot and make timing adjustments.” One of the projects was led by the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs), which contributed $370,000 and secured $1.5 million in federal congestion mitigation and air quality funding through the Atlanta Regional Commission and the Georgia Department of Transportation. This program focused on upgrading and modernizing signals in the Perimeter area of Dunwoody, Sandy Springs and Brookhaven and connecting the existing fiber network to Dunwoody’s Traffic Control Center. Dunwoody’s project complemented the
work of PCIDs by extending the signal communication network to other parts of the city at a cost of $1.1 million, with federal funding covering 80 percent of the cost. The Traffic Control Center allows engineers to monitor congestion, look for incidents and adjust signal timing to improve traffic flow. The Traffic Control Center is not manned at all hours, but traffic engineers are on-call and automatically alerted when signals malfunction. They’re able to work on the system remotely. GDOT also supports the center with a team of engineers who work on traffic issues in Dunwoody, Brookhaven and Sandy Springs. For a look inside Dunwoody’s Traffic Control Center, visit youtube.com/ watch?v=JgISDEuAyDI.
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Dunwoody sends public art ordinance back to the figurative drawing board By CARSON COOK carson@appenmediagroup.com
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Saint Luke’s celebrates 50th anniversary DUNWOODY, Ga. — Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody celebrated its 50th anniversary Sept. 15. “We’re celebrating 50 years of faith and family,” the Rev. David Lower said. “We’re thrilled to be in the heart of Dunwoody, helping to grow the great big heart of our city.” Saint Luke’s is a faith community
with more than 700 members. The congregation began meeting in 1969 in the original Dunwoody Elementary School, which is now the home of the Spruill Center for the Arts. At the request of Dunwoody Councilman Terry Nall, Mayor Denis Shortal issued a proclamation declaring Sept. 15, 2019 “Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church Day” to honor the anniversary. For more information, visit slpres.org.
DUNWOODY, Ga. — It was a short meeting for the Dunwoody City Council on Sept. 9, when the council unanimously agreed a public art ordinance and a rezoning request needed more work. The council was scheduled to hear a first read of an ordinance that would define public art as black lettering against a white background no larger than 120 square feet. The stated goal of the ordinance was to develop a cohesive community aesthetic based on the “Everything will be ok” sign displayed at the Spruill Gallery. The mural, by local artist Jason Kofke, was initially installed on the side of an old smoke house at the corner of Ashford Dunwoody Road and Meadow Lane in 2009. Since then, many have come to regard the sign as an iconic symbol of the city and an encouraging message. Mayor Denis Shortal made the motion to remove the item from the agenda which gives the council and other stakeholders an opportunity to revise the definition of art. Additionally, the City Council was expected to hear a second read of a rezoning request to build an eight-story hotel, restaurant and retail complex in Ravinia office park at the corner of Ashford Dunwoody Road and I-285. At its last meeting the council asked questions about tree removal at the currently undeveloped lot, the impact of future road projects and walkability at the site. The development has the potential to be impacted by I-285 toll lanes and Dunwoody’s proposed westside connector, which would create a grade separated ramp to connect I-285 to Perimeter Center Parkway.
Councilman Jim Richter motioned to send the request back to the planning commission, essentially restarting the monthslong rezoning process from square one. “When reviewing this proposal, it’s obvious that what was presented to the council was significantly different in multiple areas to what was presented to the planning commission,” Riticher said. The Dunwoody Planning Commission previously recommended approval with conditions in a 6-0 vote July 9. The council also punted an ordinance that would have provided protections for “vulnerable road users,” which includes pedestrians, bikers, scooter riders and road or utility workers. Councilman Tom Lambert, who initially asked for the city to look into such an ordinance, made the motion to delay the first read in order to clarify some of the language in the rules. “This is an important public safety issue and we want to make sure we get it right the first time,” Lambert said. The ordinance sets standards for drivers to safely maneuver around other travelers. For example, it would require cars and small trucks to give at least 3 feet of space to pass a biker or other road users and large trucks or commercial vehicles to leave 5 feet. The ordinance, as presented Sept. 9, would also give motorists an affirmative defense if the other road user was acting in violation of any applicable law, was in the roadway when a sidewalk was available and legal to use or was outside a designated bike lane when one was available. One public speaker spoke against the ordinance as written, arguing it was redundant to existing law and that pedestrians should stay on sidewalks and trailways.
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Statement: Continued from Page 1 rooms each year. Through the GO Bond you have proposed, you plan to increase property taxes for homeowners over the next 15 years. While we are quite concerned about the state of the facilities in our schools, we are skeptical of the GO Bond as a vehicle to successfully address these deferred maintenance problems. We do not support the GO Bond for the following reasons: Lack of leadership: Dr. Green is expected to leave by next summer. Many departments are being run by interim leaders who have limited vision and fail to provide a long-term plan for the school system. Strong leadership must be in place to oversee additional tax-
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payer funds prior to their collection. Lack of financial transparency: The 2017 financial audit contained material weaknesses that have yet to be solved. The Athletics Department internal audit from October of 2017 found “gross non-compliance due to controls not being in place.” The 2018 procurement audit revealed a risk of liability exposure. We have not seen a 2018 audit even though we are in the 3rd quarter of 2019. A forensic audit, by an objective third-party firm, must be conducted of the athletics, food service, public safety and procurement departments prior to any consideration of a bond. Lack of transparency on the GO Bond process: According to attendees from our community, including elected officials, GO Bond meetings were very confusing and provided no opportunity to answer the public’s questions. DCSD must develop greater trust with the community during the bond approval process.
Lack of professional acumen in GO Bond construction estimates: Internal DCSD staff compiled the construction estimates, rather than using professional estimators. A construction management firm needs to be hired to manage the entire scope of the Go Bond work. The DHA has been a long-time supporter of DeKalb County Schools throughout the Dunwoody area and desires to continue this successful partnership. The DHA is proud to be a consistent contributor to all seven public schools and our support goes beyond just financial donations. DHA members are also DCSD parents who support hands-on initiatives like campus clean up days and other service projects to keep our schools strong. Our primary goal is to promote the recreation, health, safety, welfare, benefit and enjoyment of the homeowners within the community. We know this goal cannot be obtained without focusing on maintaining high quality schools. We implore you to be more purposeful with the funds you currently have and pause the Go Bond process until you have addressed our concerns above. We are confident that taxpayer funds will be better spent when a stronger financial and strategic foundation is in place. Sincerely, The Board of Directors Dunwoody Homeowners Association
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Chamber: Continued from Page 1 The project, expected to be complete in late 2020, will create a diverging diamond interchange at Abernathy Road and reconstruct several bridges. Collector distributor lanes will be added along both freeways. “They are free lanes,” Clowers said. “The purpose of those lanes is to allow traffic that is entering and exiting the freeway to do all that entering and exiting behind a barrier. The benefit of that is that you decrease the potential for crashes, which also improves congestion because you don’t have as much of a potential for incident-based delays. Far from only talking about major road projects, the panelist emphasized other efforts to reduce traffic congestion, like encouraging commuters to walk, bike, car pool or take public transit. “We talk a lot about heavy construction and building new stuff, but we also spend an equal amount of time talking about … how to get people out of their cars,” Hanlon said. “We recog-
NEWS nize we can’t build our way out of congestion. We can’t build enough lanes.” Weber spoke about Perimeter Connects’ work with companies to encourage tele-commuting, where employees work from home one day a week or more, and alternative shift schedules, to reduce the amount of traffic at peak hours. This year Perimeter Connects estimates its partners have eliminated an average of 6,400 single-occupancy vehicle trips each day, Weber said. “That may not sound like a lot, but if you take those cars and put them bumper to bumper, that’s about 20 miles of highway they would have taken up,” he said. “That certainly sounds impactful, but we always want to move that needle further.” Another benefit of these programs is that they can be implemented relatively quickly and inexpensively. He warned against putting too much stock in exciting new technologies like autonomous vehicles, that are probably decades away from being implemented in a large-scale way. Attendees had the opportunity to ask their own questions, and electric cars, high occupancy vehicle lanes and bridge beautification projects were among the subjects discussed.
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Dunwoody to host Wine Stroll at Pernoshal Park DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Department will hold the 3rd annual Wine Stroll from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Pernoshal Park. Attendees can buy a $25 wristband in advance online or at the event to sample wine, beer and bites from popular Dunwoody restaurants and bars. “We started the Wine Stroll three years ago as a way to activate Pernoshal Park and showcase the Dunwoody Trailway,” Dunwoody Recreation Programs Supervisor Rachel Waldron said. “Now it’s become a fun tradition that highlights the great drink and dining options we have in Dunwoody.” Dunwoody’s Wine Stroll will feature live music from Anthony Crane with the Emerald Empire Band and a raffle table. Guests must be 21 years or older to buy a wristband, which covers food and wine
tastings, a souvenir wine glass, three raffle tickets and beverages from the coffee cart. Participating establishments include E. 48 Street Market, Eclipse Di Luna Dunwoody, Vino Venue, HOBNOB, Moondog Growlers, Porter Brew & Que, and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Atlanta. Painting with a Twist will bring their studio to the park and offer two minisessions for an additional cost. C-Bo’s BBQ Food Truck will also be on site to offer additional food and drinks for purchase. “We invite you to gather your friends and neighbors and make an afternoon of it,” Waldron said. “This event is familyfriendly and even pet-friendly, as long as your pets are on a leash.” Pernoshal Park is a 4575 North Shallowford Road. To buy wristbands in advance, visit dunwoodyga.gov/parks.
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Here’s your chance to learn pioneers’ farming practices An opportunity to see how pioneers managed their home and kitchen garden is coming up at Donaldson-Bannister Farm on Saturday, September 21. The next History Alive event, “Pioneer Life VALERIE 101,” will take place BIGGERSTAFF from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Katie Hendrickson will share her knowledge of a homesteader’s everyday life. She will help us understand all the planning and work that went into growing and preserving food to feed a family throughout the year. “Pioneer Life 101” will explain the importance of the kitchen garden both for food and for medicinal purposes. Katie will include how cast-iron Dutch ovens were used and will have examples of pioneer recipes. Katie will share her knowledge on food preservation techniques, including drying, canning and other methods. She will demonstrate some preservation techniques. In north DeKalb County, families went to the cannery in Chamblee. The cannery was located next door to Chamblee High School. The audience will learn about various kitchen tools used by pioneers, such as coffee grinders, handmade tin cookie cutters and hand crank eggbeaters. Katie will also talk about the importance of the mail order catalog to the farmer. All of this takes place on a historic property in Dunwoody, Donaldson-Bannister Farm. Fred Donaldson was born
Dunwoody Economic Development director addresses Rotarians City Councilman and Rotarian Terry Nall introduced Dunwoody Director of Economic Development Michael Starling to the Rotary Club of Dunwoody on Sept. 13. Starling focused his comments on consumer preferences, the regional development which is moving north on I-400, and the development of the existing environment. Starling shared statistics showing that, from a consumer standpoint, most Dunwoody residents actually live in a desired situation, which is a prevalence of single-family detached homes with spaces between them, small lawns, walkability and access to public transit and major
there in 1925 and has shared with Dunwoody Preservation Trust what his family grew on the farm. The list includes cotton, corn, beans, peas, sweet potatoes and watermelons. The family raised cows, chickens, pigs and HENRICKSON goats on the farm. They had a smokehouse for preserving meats. There were many dairy farms in north DeKalb County, but those dairies usually delivered to Atlanta. Almost every home and farm had at least one cow of their own. When Bonnie Smith Nichols lived with her family at DonaldsonBannister Farm from 1954 until 1974, they had a cow. The family had a large refrigerator in a space next to the garage to store their milk. In “Pioneer Life 101,” Katie will share with us the various ways milk was used on a farm. The circa 1870 home at DonaldsonBannister Farm is the ideal place to learn about early pioneer and farming life. Katie Hendrickson, a certified master gardener, beekeeper, and outdoor education specialist, who has a passion for historic education and environment awareness, is the ideal person to present the class. Donaldson-Bannister Farm is located at 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, with parking accessible from the Vermack Road entrance to the farm. Admission for this History Alive event is $3 for DPT members and $5 for non-members. Go to dunwoodypreservationtrust.org for more information or contact Suzanne Huff at shuff@dunwoodypt.org with any questions. arteries. These conditions were the preference of 70 preference of those polled. Working with the Convention and Business Bureau, the Chamber of Commerce and Discover Dunwoody, the goals are retention of existing businesses, recruitment of new businesses and re-development of spaces that can be updated. The compact commercial area in Dunwoody has 10 million square feet of business space, 4.5 million square feet of retail; and an 8th hotel’s being built, bringing the city’s capacity to 1,935 rooms. Starling said surveys show that only 54 percent of seniors plan to downsize. Countering a recent trend, suburbs are growing again, he said, adding that Dunwoody is perfectly situated for senior active communities. However, the price of land is prohibitive, making financing difficult, he said.
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Good intentions are not good deeds By LEE CHADWICK Guest contributor After Hiroshima, it was said: “The world now accepts the miracle of the chain reaction that creates an atomic explosion; but we still refuse to accept the Chadwick miracles of the human heart - and the chain reactions that are made possible by using that power.” I believe this is still true. We greatly underestimate the power of GOOD. But nowhere is the evidence more undeniable than the 75-year legacy of Heifer International. How did it begin? In 1938, at the end of the Spanish Civil War, a relief worker, Dan West, started his movement “Not a cup – but a cow!” His real success came from the understanding that hope is not a strategy, and people must unify to create abundance instead of competing for limited resources. Once individuals achieve success, they never choose the insecurity of the past. This creates a common language of change that permeates a region and stabilizes it. In South Korea, for example, the Korean Ministry of Agriculture estimates that 50 percent of all poultry in South Korea today are descended from 70,000 hatchlings supplied by Heifer after the Korean War. In Cambodia, Heifer has spread to half of the country, partnering not just to provide livestock but guidance and encouragement through their “cornerstones.” This new doctrine empowers women greatly. The farm-to-market project has found that alcoholism, domestic violence and disability can no longer hold back the women there. Given a few seeds, a piglet or some business training, a powerhouse network of matriarchs is building a decidedly better future
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for their families as well as creating a healthy local food system. The majority of my own philanthropic efforts are intentionally domestic; intended to alter the opportunities of the less fortunate in America. But, I believe that the most enduring way to influence peace in the world is by fostering true Independence here — and abroad. Heifer has a unique payit-forward “contract” that puts all local participants in the position of bringing their own neighbors out of poverty. If the local program is to raise say....chickens, the first hatchlings born to a member are given to a neighbor, then his first to a neighbor, and so on. This is done in a very public ceremony. All recipients then enter into training together which
fosters real friendships as well as the unanimous application of best veterinary practices. This new interdependence continues without any U.S. involvement stabilizing locations experiencing desperate circumstances that could otherwise grow into social chaos and the need for people to migrate to survive. When the llama population in Peru was declining seriously due to overbreeding, Heifer helped introduce a new breeding stock able to thrive on indigenous vegetation. This practice completely revitalized herds to full vigor in less than 5 years. Without llamas, life in Peru is not sustainable for at least 40 percent of the population. It has been proven that a rapidly expanding prosperity model eventually
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Summer fun with the dog Writing this column reminded me of all those back to school papers I produced on how I spent my summer. They might have been very different if I’d had Lord Banjo as my constant companion. This summer was all KATHY about Lord Banjo’s MANOS PENN activities — some fun and some not so much. We kicked off in late June with weekly appearances at Camp Flashback, held at the Donaldson-Bannister Farm. There the kids did old-timey things like making butter, sewing and weaving. They also got to meet goats and — best of all — Banjo dressed in his royal purple robe. We two visited for an hour each week. I told them how Banjo came to write his book, “Lord Banjo the Royal Pooch,” and then they drew numbers to see who’d get to wear a costume and read a selection from his masterpiece. They chose from a royal robe, several crowns and a pawprint scarf, and they loved dressing up. I found it funny that they all wanted to read aloud, but those who weren’t read-
OBITUARY Annette Pinyan Lanier, age 78, of Atlanta, GA, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. She is survived by her children & grandchildren: Nancy and Jeff Purdon (Meredith & Michael Fendler), Bobby Lanier and Jessica Pardi (Elle Lanier), and Julie and Brad Phillips (Lanie & Mallory Phillips). Mrs. Lanier was born October 4, 1940, in Atlanta. She was a 1957 graduate of Campbell High School and attended Georgia State University. She was a member of Kingswood United Methodist Church in Dunwoody and played ALTA tennis for many years. Annette loved to spend time with family and friends in Dunwoody and at her favorite place, Lake Burton. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren making cookies, doing puzzles and taking them on exciting adventures. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Kingswood United Methodist Church, 4896 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kingswood UMC in memory of Annette P. Lanier
ing never seemed to quiet down to listen. Instead, they sat with Banjo in their midst and chattered and hugged him. He may have been the happiest camper. That enchanting routine was cut short when my boy needed minor surgery to remove a lump on his back leg. It was no big deal, not life-threatening, but he was miserable. He wore the cone of shame for close to four weeks. Yes, you read right, four weeks — one week prior to surgery because he couldn’t quit chewing on his leg, and then three weeks after that. The cone was so big, he couldn’t walk through doorways without hitting the frame and he constantly bumped into furniture and people. It was during this horrific experience that he began wandering downstairs to the kitchen in the middle of the night where he’d bark until I went to get him and escort him back upstairs. Some nights, he did this four times. Call it what you will — doggie dementia or sundowner’s syndrome. He’s on new pills, new food and CBD oil in the hopes he’ll get over it. I suddenly had the brilliant idea of locking him in our bedroom at night, and that seems to be doing the trick. Some nights, he doesn’t bark at all and when he does, I just hol-
Harper and Banjo enjoying time on vacation. ler, “Shush, Banjo,” instead of having to go downstairs to get him. His nighttime antics meant we couldn’t take him on our Labor Day trip to the North Carolina mountains with friends. Everyone likes Banjo, but we couldn’t expect them to put up with his nocturnal barking, so we checked him into The Ark Pet Spa & Hotel. Normally, he keeps to himself and is aloof when it comes to the other hotel guests, but not this time. Harper, a Goldendoodle puppy, wanted to be his friend. The little guy started snuggling with him, climbing on his hindquarters and laying his little head on Banjo’s back. The pictures of Harper snoozing on top of Banjo were priceless. My sister says this means Banjo
needs a puppy of his own. We, his pet parents, say he’ll have to make do with Puddin’, his feline sister, as his only four-legged companion. I keep reminding him to look on the bright side — the cone of shame has been retired and he gets to sleep the entire night in the master bedroom. What more could a boy ask for? 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/or read her blogs at https://theinkpenn.blogspot.com.
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COMMUNITY
A home for the child in all of us Alex Haley said “Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children.” Perhaps with that in mind, the owners of this stately, two-story brick home have generously sprinkled magic across all levels to create a playground for children and the young at heart. This home is one of the extraordinary homes featured in the 47th Annual Dunwoody Home Tour set for Wednesday, October 2, from 9:30 a.m.3:00 p.m., and is sponsored by the Dunwoody Woman’s Club. An heirloom pump organ in the entry ushers you in with a “Twelfth Street Rag,” accompanied by someone at the keys of the player piano in the neighboring wine-colored greeting room. The dining room radiates with grandma’s mahogany furniture, family silver, antiques and “bird’s egg” floor lamps. Beyond the cherry wood warmth of the kitchen, removal of a bay window gives access now to additional country dining, a family room with handcrafted furniture, unique collectibles and an extensive vaulted ceiling addition that features a resistance pool for a serious workout. Mexican tiles on the floor, barn-look paneling, and a service area for entertaining are softly cooled by a massive industrial-style ceiling fan. As you move about, you’ll begin to note that walls throughout are uniquely complemented by a differing trim and ceiling color. Bedrooms above, below and in-between are decorated with family antiques and magnificent quilts, authenticating the family’s deep roots in the South. The real magic is on the home’s lower level. You’ll step into a wellstocked children’s library, then pass into a classroom where children can
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The real magic is on the home’s lower level. You’ll step into a well-stocked children’s library, then pass into a classroom where children can explore and learn within a reading nook overlooking the forested backyard. explore and learn within a reading nook overlooking the forested backyard or sort seashells at the art and science center. A walk-in playhouse offers home economics opportunities, and a puppet theatre invites the budding marionette master. A raised stage with balcony, backed by a wall graphic of the family castle abroad, would please the Bard of Avon. While children play and learn, adults might adjourn to the adjoining TV room and kitchen behind a pocket door and catch the latest sports event. This home will delight and enchant you and definitely make you feel young again. This year’s Dunwoody Home tour will also include two raffles: one for a $500 shopping spree at Lauderhills Fine Jewelry and another for a custom crafted artistic bowl by local artisan
Dr. David Dalrymple. Raffle tickets will be available to guests on the day of the tour and can be purchased with cash, check or credit card. Home Tour tickets are available now. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 on tour day and can be purchased online at: https://www.dunwoodywomansclub.com/home-tour/. Tickets can also be purchased from any member of the Dunwoody Woman’s Club and at the following locations: Blooms of Dunwoody, Camelot Jewelers, Consigning Women, Face Haven, Lauderhills Fine Jewelry, Southern Comfort Consignments (Dunwoody), and Under the Pecan Tree. All profits of the home tour and raffles are used to support the charitable programs of the Dunwoody Woman’s Club, a non-profit organization.
Stage Door Players present comedy with Southern charm
DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Stage Door Players will launch their 46th season with “The Savannah Sipping Society.” The comedy tells the story of four Southern women, all needing to escape their day-to-day routines, who find themselves drawn together by fate — and an impromptu happy hour. Hilarious misadventures, heart-breaking stories and the occasional liquid refreshment lead the ladies to discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment. The show opens Friday, Sept. 20 and runs through Sunday, Oct. 13. Performances will be Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 pm. Tickets are on sale now at the box office, 770-396-1726, or online at stagedoorplayers.net. Tickets are $34; senior, student, and youth discounts are available. “The Savannah Sipping Society” is by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The Stage Door Players performance is directed by Cathe Hall Payne.
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Labor, investments and the gift of time Labor Day, September 2, gave rise to thoughts about the meaning of work. Most associate work with “breadwinning,” a job, profession or for which Lewis J. Walker, CFP pursuit one is paid. There is work for which one is not paid, homemaker, parent, caregiver, volunteer, etc. These have spiritual, meaning and purpose-related rewards. If you are pursuing a passion, something you get lost in, losing track of time, it may not even seem like work. For many, a job, the proceeds from work, a dependable and adequate paycheck, is the major source of lifestyle financing and peace of mind in one’s ability to support self, family and others that depend on you. Surplus work income, after taxes, expenses and debt reduction, is invested for the future. That’s where “time” is important. Current data has recession indicators signaling a potential economic slowdown precipitated by slowing growth overseas and the trade battle between the U.S. and
China. So far, consumer spending, about 70 percent of GDP, is holding up. But if workers get concerned by headlines, stories of layoffs and recession talk, they may pull back. However, analysts, pundits, economists and money managers debate the health of America’s economy and how long our long expansion can continue. Interest rates have come down in response to central bank easing, which helps debtors who can refinance. Borrowers are less likely to increase debt if they sense a looming recession. People are also likely to retrench if something threatens their livelihood, whether creative destruction, recession, regulation or legislation. Some of the things being proposed such as the Green New Deal would have a major impact on jobs. Tariff wars cause job jitters. Inflation causes distortion in prices all across the spectrum, as does “deflation.” Copper prices are one of the recession indicators causing concern as the metal is considered a barometer of economic health in homebuilding and commercial construction. Prices are down 13 percent in the last six months. Conversely, gold is up over 20 percent since the escalation of the U.S.China trade fight in May. (CNBC, 9/2/19) Labor Day was my 52nd wedding an-
niversary which reminded me of the gift of time when it comes to life and good fortune. That applies to personal financial planning and investing, where time and patience also come to the fore. Reading the semi-annual report for a leading mutual fund group played into the above theme. For a diversified global fund, $10,000 invested a decade ago grew to $23,577, whereas the CPI increased to $11,984. The point: money was invested at a time of significant investor distress and worry, but left alone, dramatically eclipsed a rising cost of living. You see similar patterns in most stock funds, ETFs, index funds, etc., growth of one’s nest egg and future buying power. How did the fund group’s gold fund do? Ten thousand dollars invested in 2009 dropped to $7,767, with inflation at $11,984. Gold often turns out to be more of a short-term speculation, although it can serve as a long-term hedge. There will always be turmoil in the world and controversy and challenges
at home. We will get a recession at some point, followed by a recovery. Performance in investments is not guaranteed and 10-year returns reflect a long running U.S. bull market. Have sufficient safe and low volatility reserves to ride out any storm, including a slide in investment values and even a job reverse. But you can bet that given the gift of time, America will continue to grow and progress, as will the world at large despite ups and downs, political swings and turmoil. A long-term diversified investment portfolio is likely to reflect that growth. The money is likely to be there to celebrate milestone birthdays, family events, anniversaries, sale of a closely-held business, retirement in true style. Have a great fall! Lewis Walker, CFP®, is a financial life planning strategist at Capital Insight Group; 770-441-3553;lewis@lewwalker. com. Securities & advisory services offered through The Strategic Financial Alliance, Inc. (SFA).
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WEEK 4 FOOTBALL RECAP
SPORTS
Weather wreaks havoc on local football games By JOE PARKER and ZACH SHUGAN joe@appenmediagroup.com NORTH METRO ATLANTA — Thunderstorms and lightning delayed, postponed or canceled several local high school football games Sept. 13. Only two local games, Blessed Trinity vs. Benedictine and South Forsyth’s matchup with South Gwinnett, were completed. Matchups between West Forsyth and Roswell, Forsyth Central and Denmark, and Lambert versus Peachtree Ridge were all cancelled due to weather. Because these games are non-region matchups, they are not required to be played to completion. However, region games must be played under GHSA rules, which postponed most local contests. All Region 7-AAAAAA games were delayed. Three games — Dunwoody vs. Cambridge, Centennial vs. Pope and Chattahoochee vs. Northview — were played Saturday, Sept. 14. Centennial played an early afternoon game and fell to Pope while Cambridge and Chatta-
hoochee fell in Saturday night contests. Johns Creek and North Atlanta decided to reschedule their matchup for Monday, Sept. 16. All Class-A Private local games scheduled for Friday were postponed until Sept 16. Those games include Fellowship Christian vs. Walker, Mount Pisgah vs. Whitefield Academy, St. Francis vs. Lakeview Academy and Athens Christian at Pinecrest Academy. The following games were played to completion over the weekend: Dunwoody 21, Cambridge 19 Dunwoody took a tight win over Cambridge in both squads’ Region 7-AAAAAA opener. A touchdown rush from Phillip Michael Collins gave the Bears an early 6-0 lead, but the Wildcats scored three unanswered touchdowns to take a 21-6 lead into the half. Collins led Cambridge’s comeback with a touchdown midway through the third, but the PAT was blocked, leaving the Bears trailing 21-12. Collins again found
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Dunwoody’s special teams led by Cevon Mitchell (44) and Conrad Smith (52) blocked 2 extra points and what could have been the game winning field goal. the end zone with five minutes remaining in the game to set up a thrilling finish. Cambridge’s offense was back on the ball in the final minutes looking for the go-ahead score, but a field goal attempt with under two minutes remaining was no good and the Wildcats held on. Dunwoody quarterback Davis Ledoyen led the Wildcats with 333 yards passing with two touchdowns. Tyler Eith had 14 receptions for 213 yards with a touchdown. Cevon Mitchell added a rushing score for Dunwoody. Both teams continue their Region 7-AAAAAA schedules Sept. 20. Dunwoody (2-1, 1-0) will take on Northview at North Dekalb Stadium, while Cambridge (1-2, 0-1) goes on the road against Centennial. Marist 14, Westminster 0 Marist improved to 3-0 Friday night
by downing Westminster in a weathershortened contest that was called in the second quarter. The War Eagles led Westminster 14-0 with seven minutes remaining in the first half when officials chose to end the contest. Marist took the lead with an 8-yard touchdown run from Connor Cigelske late in the first quarter before teams were forced into their locker rooms for a 90-minute weather delay. When play resumed, Marist’s Brett Zoeller scored a rushing touchdown from 19 yards out to push the War Eagles’ lead to 14-0. Soon after Zoeller’s score, weather prompted another delay before the game was called. Cigelske finished the game with 78 yards rushing and Zoeller added 36 yards. Marist travels this Friday to take on St. Pius X.
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HIES football team goes to 3-0 with win over Rutland By Dunn Neugebauer For the Crier
fore an HI drive to the Rutland 49 was thwarted mostly by penalties. But after a long punt from Marshall Nichols that pinned the Hurricanes at their Holy Innocents’ didn’t take long to own 5, the Bears forced a fumble that set the tempo Friday night in Macon, was recovered by Griffin McKinnis. scoring three touchdowns on its first A play later, Hawk again scored to three possessions. The Bears never put the Bears up 28-0. looked back as they topped Rutland The final period saw HI sustain a High School 31-0, improving their sealong drive that used up most of the son record to 3-0. clock. Coach Winter used his starters This is the first 3-0 start for any and some of his bench in the march HIES football team, though the string that ended with a Peter Wandkte 32will be tested Friday at Riverwood when yard field goal. coach Todd Winter’s bunch matches up McKinnis, Spencer Goetz, Hawk against perennial power Eagles Landing Dunwoody Crier 9/19/19 Crossword and Landon Kardian were some of the Christian in a 7:30 kickoff. many defensive standouts. Wandkte The first quarter in Macon saw two again was 4-for-4 on PATs, making HI possessions; the first long, timehim 12-for-12 on the year. Nichols consuming march was finished off by a had two punts for 50-plus yards, and 31-yard touchdown run from Michael Joey Holliday caused a fumble that Cox. The second drive was déjà vu all was recovered by Kedar Henry in the over again, this time with Matt Davis goSolution second half. ing 11 yards around end to make it 14-0 at the end of the stanza. After a Hurricane three-and-out to A G A R A M O R C L A start the second frame, the Bears began L I F E C A V E S R O M at the Rutland 47 with help of a penalty. E A T S E D E M A A C M Cox, TyQuann Alexander, Davis and E N E M Y D R I F T W O O Jack Felton ran it to the 10. After Cox got it inside the 5, Hunter Hawk finished T R E E S T E E D the march to make it 21-0. H A S S L E S P A R T Rutland got a huge break late in the A B E F E D O R T H O R quarter after the Bears fumbled a punt G I S P R E L A Y O U inside their own 35. But two plays T O O A L M K E R N E L later, cornerback Ronny Williams came S I M M E R S E S S E N up with an interception. The turnover almost led to more points, but HI just E R U P T L I R A missed a 35-yard field goal with no G A R D E N I A S A D O R time on the clock to make it 21-0 at T E N T H E Y E O V A L half. B I K E O L I O S S C A The third quarter was mostly sloppy. I D E S S C A T T E S Both teams turned it over on downs be-
St. Pius sophomore Cameron Wingo (18) charges to the end zone for a touchdown Sept. 13 in the Golden Lions 21-0 win over Decatur.
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CALENDAR
TRANSFORMATIONAL PARENTING ‘HARVEST AT THE FARMHOUSE’
What: Enjoy an evening of bluegrass music and familystyle dining with live music and local-sourced foods. When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 6-9 p.m. Where: Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodypreservationtrust.org
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FEATURED: DASH OF THE TITANS 5K AND FUN RUN
What: Northview High School Cross Country Team is presenting the 2nd annual Dash of the Titans 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Race swag bags will include a technical Tshirt and discounts from local retailers. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 8 a.m. Where: Northview High School, 10625 Parsons Road, Johns Creek Cost: $27 for the 5K, $22 for the Fun Run More info and registration: northviewcrosscountry.com
CAMBRIDGE THEATRE PAINT RECYCLING FUNDRAISER
What: Cambridge Theatre is working with Atlanta Paint Disposal to host a paint recycling drive. Latex, oil and spray paint accepted in pint size to 5-gallon buckets. No appointment required. Pricing online. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton Info: cambridgetheatre.org
What: a four-session workshop guiding parents to “Understand Yourself, Understand Your Child, Engage in Positive Parenting, and Enjoy being a Parent,” presented by Joan K. Teach, PhD. When: Thursdays, Sept. 19-Oct. 10, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Community Resource Center of the Brookhaven United Methodist Church, 1366 North Druid Hills Road, Brookhaven Cost: $100 Info and registration: ldag.org
SOUTHERN SUMMER
When: The theme of this art show is “Southern Summer” and will showcase a wide range of artists and media. When: July 1-Sept. 27 Where: Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St., Alpharetta More info: artsalpharetta.org
ALL LEVEL COMMUNITY YOGA
What: This event will cover free health screenings and medical services from Mercy Care, as well as demonstrations and services from Fulton County and local restaurants and businesses. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 535 Rucker Road, Alpharetta More info: sta.org
What: Weather you’re starting off or finishing your day, do so with a stress release practice that emphasizes flows and gentle strengthening poses. Bring a mat and water. Multiple locations. When: August-October. In Dunwoody, Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; in Sandy Springs, Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody; and Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, 805 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, Sandy Springs Cost: $15 More info: TheElitePeasant.com
SPALDING GARDEN CLUB
‘MAMA MIA!’
STA FIT FEST 2019
What: Spalding Garden Club invites the public to attend the next meeting, with special guest speaker will be Gloria Ward, a master gardener and leading hydrangea expert. When: Friday, Sept. 27, 9:15 a.m. Where: Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody More info: 770-396-5443
TAIWAN YES! NIGHT MARKET ATL
What: Enjoy authentic outdoor Taiwanese street food and pastries at this traditional festival. Games, music and dance will also be available for children. When: Saturday, Sept. 28, 4-9 p.m. Where: Kings Business Center, 4350 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. NW, Peachtree Corners Cost: $5 each, children 12 and under get in free More info: facebook.com/ events/2458694887698366
What: The story-telling magic of ABBA’s songs propels this tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating a show following a young woman’s search for her birth father. When: Sept. 5-29, times vary Where: Tams School Street Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27 More info and tickets: schoolstreetplayhouse.com
SENIORS ENRICHED LIVING
What: Thirty-two classes are offered and include history, art, sports, religion, genealogy, music and more. Registration is open. When: Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 17-Nov. 7 Where: Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell Cost: $55 for unlimited classes Info: selroswellga.org
EVENTS: SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE DAY LIVE!
What: Each ticket grants free admission for two people to Roswell’s Historic Homes Trilogy. Self-guided open house tours will be offered. Tickets are good for entry to all three locations. Tickets must be reserved in advance. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation More info and tickets: SmithsonianMag.com/MuseumDay
PUP-A-PALOOZA
What: Bring your dog to the for a celebration of all things dog. The event features live music, sketches, vendors, contests and free food. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov
DUNWOODY WINE STROLL
What: Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting. Food trucks, live music and raffle table will also be on site. Must be at least 21 years old to participate. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 2-6 p.m. Where: Pernoshal Park, 4575 North Shallowford Road, Dunwoody Cost: $25 More info and tickets: discoverdunwoody.com or 678-382-6700
HISTORY ALIVE: PIONEER LIFE 101
What: Join the Dunwoody Preservation Trust for Pioneer Life 101: An Insider’s Look at Kitchen Gardens, Cooking, and Everyday Life as a Homesteader. When: Saturday Sept. 21, 9-11 a.m. Where: Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody Cost: $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers More info and tickets: dunwoodypreservationtrust.org or 770668-0401
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR
What: Individuals with special needs and caregivers are invited to join for the Special Needs Resource Fair to learn about local resources available to them. When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 3-5 p.m. Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming More info: forsythpl.org or 770781-9840
ROSWELL ARTS FESTIVAL
What: The annual Roswell Arts Festival draws in artists and craftsmen from across the Southeast. The event features fine arts, original crafts, children’s activities, festive foods and performing arts. When: Sept. 21-22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Where: Roswell’s Historic Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell Info: roswellartsfestival.com
DULUTH FALL FESTIVAL
What: Enjoy family-friendly events all weekend long, including concerts, a parade and a 5K. Free busses running from select middle schools available. When: Sept. 28 and 29 Where: 3142 Hill St. NW, Duluth More info and tickets: duluthfallfestival.org
DUNWOODY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL
What: Join Dunwoody Christian School for a day of fall fun with bounce houses, face painting, a pumpkin patch, cake walk, treats and more. When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m.noon Where: Dunwoody Christian School, 2250 Dunwoody Club Drive, Atlanta Cost: $10 More info: dunwoodycs.org
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
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2019 Best of North Atlanta winners In its 12th year, the Best of North Atlanta contest has become one of the year’s most exciting corporate events. Top businesses in North Atlanta participate and covet the honor with enthusiasm. This year’s votes were once again record breaking with over 30,000 people voting! Now here is your 2019 list of the Best businesses in North Atlanta, drumroll please….
Dr, Asif Yalif 3330 Preston Ridge Road Ste 340 Alpharetta, GA 30005 404-476-8774
COUNSELING SERVICES Dr. Malcom Anderson 3355 Medlock Bridge Rd Norcross, GA 30092 770-582-0532 Drmalcolmanderson.net
Main category
The Summit Counseling Center 2750 Old Alabama Rd, #200 Johns Creek, GA 30022 678-893-5300 summitcounseling.org
Subcategory
DENTIST
How the winners are displayed
Winners appear in bold Address, phone number and website about the winners appear underneath 1st runner-ups appear in normal text Address, phone number and website about the 1st runnerups appear underneath
Medical AUDIOLOGIST / HEARING AID PROVIDER Miracle Ear Forsyth 1616 Market Pl Blvd Cumming, GA 30041 770-441-4864 Miracle-ear.com
Alicia Bernstein, M.S., CCC-A 3400-C Old Milton Pkwat #365 Alpharetta, GA 30005 404-446-2400 Markyanta.com
CHIROPRACTOR
Willis Chiropractic 317 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-740-8740 Willischiropractic.com Lako Family Chiropractic 912 Holcomb Bridge Rd #203 Roswell, GA 30076 770-626-0706 Lakofamilychiropractic.com
COSMETIC SURGERY
Robinson Facial Plastic Surgery 3400 Old Milton Pkwy Building C, Suite 515 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-667-3090 Robinsonfps.com
North Fulton Smiles 12315 Crabapple Rd #121 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-569-0613 Northfultonsmiles.com Roswell Dental Care 1570 Old Alabama Rd #102 Roswell, GA 30076 770-998-6736 Roswelldentalcare.com
DERMATOLOGIST
Premier Dermatology 3180 North Point Pkwy Building 400, Suite #420 Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-345-1899 premierdermatologyatlanta.com Steele Dermatology 11500 Webb Bridge Way Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-464-6000 atlantadermatologists.com
ENT
North Fulton ENT 2500 Hospital Blvd, Ste 450 Roswell, Ga. 30076 770-450-6554 Northfultonent.com ENT Institute Multiple Locations 770-740-1860 Entinstitute.com
FAMILY PRACTICE
Morrow Family Medicine Multiple locations 770-781-8004 Morrowfammed.com North Atlanta Primary Care 3400-C Old Milton Pkwy, #270, Alpharetta GA 30005 770-442-1911 napc.md
GASTROENTEROLOGIST
MED SPA
Dr. Riddick, Gastroenterology Consultants 3400 Old Milton Pkwy # A Alpharetta, GA 30005 404-255-1000 Gastroenterologyconsultants.net
Timeless Aesthetics of Atlanta 600 Peachtree Pkwy, #104 Cumming, GA 30041 404-400-6222 timelessmedspaatl.com
Atlanta Gastroenterology Multiple Locations 678-987-1485 Atlantagastro.com
HAIR RESTORATION
Anderson Center for Hair 5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd #106 Atlanta, GA 30009 404-256-4247 Atlantahairsurgeon.com
Youthtopia 34 Teasley Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-772-4806 Youthtopiamedspa.com
MEMORY CARE
The Memory Center 12050 Findley Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-476-3678 thememorycenter.com
North Atlanta Hair Restoration 631 N Main St Suite #200 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-845-7521 Nahairrestoration.com
Celebration Village 3000 Celebration Boulevard Suwanee, GA 30024 800-724-7714, cvillage.com
HOLISTIC/ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
101 Mobility 935 Hwy 124 Suite #201 Braselton, GA 30517 404-857-3056 Atlanta.101mobility.com
Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd, #105 Duluth, GA 30097 770-623-4078 exercise4prevention.com The Center for Advanced Medicine 3333 Old Milton Pkwy, Ste 560 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-651-0141 advanced-med.com
HOME CARE FOR SENIORS
MOBILITY STORE/SERVICE
Heavenly Wheels 6375 McGinnis Ferry Rd #101 Johns Creek, GA 30005 678-847-0301 Heavenlywheels.com
MUSIC THERAPY
Rhythm & Therapy 404-913-2328 rhythmandtherapy.com
Home Helpers 5755 North Point Pkwy Suite 281 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-430-8511 Homehelpershomecare.com/ alpharetta
The George Center 12060 Etris Rd #200 Roswell, GA 30075 678-701-1203 thegeorgecenter.com
Visiting Angels Multiple locations 678-277-9930 or 770-573-7817 visitingangels.com
Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd #105 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-4078 Exercise4prevention.com
INTERNAL MEDICINE
NUTRITIONIST
Johns Creek Primary Care 4365 Johns Creek Pkwy # 400 Suwanee, GA 30024 678-957-1910 Johnscreekprimarycare.com
100% Chiropractic - Johns Creek 11030 Medlock Bridge Rd #230 Johns Creek, GA 30097 678-694-1113 100percentchiropractic.com
Sandy Springs Internal Medicine 755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE, #500 Atlanta, GA 30328 678-252-6395 ssim.com
OBGYN
Modern OBGYN 10692 Medlock Bridge Rd., Suite 100-A Johns Creek, GA 30097 404-446-2496 Reyesobgyn.com
Roswell OBGYN 11975 Morris Rd, #200 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-751-3600 roswellobgyn.org
ONCOLOGY
The Center for Advanced Medicine 3333 Old Milton Pkwy Ste 560 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-551-2730 advanced-med.com Atlanta Cancer Care 3400-C Old Milton Pkwy Ste 400 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-740-9664 Atlantacancercare.com
OPHTHALMOLOGY
Thomas Eye Group Multiple Locations 678-892-2020 Thomaseye.com Dr. Palay- Atlanta Ophthalmology 5730 Glenridge Dr. Atlanta, GA 30328 404-252-1194 aoaeye.com
OPTOMETRY
Bender Eye Care 9925 Haynes Bridge Rd, #1710 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-740-2000 bendereyecare.biz Alpharetta Eye 2725 Old Milton Pkwy #B, Alpharetta GA 30009 770-475-1777
ORAL SURGERY
Dr. Christian Loetscher, Atlanta Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 4205 North Point Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-5550 jawimplant.com
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ORTHODONTIST
Smile Doctors by Jordan Orthodontics 4205 North Point Pkwy, Bldg B Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-751-1240 orthodontist.smiledoctors.com Dr. Mibab 3005 Old Alabama Road #6000 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-552-6800 mibabortho.com
ORTHOPEDICS
Ortho Atlanta Multiple Locations 770-953-6929 Orthoatlanta.com Resurgens Orthopedics Multiple Locations 770-475-2710 Resurgens.com
PEDIATRICIAN
Roswell Pediatrics Multiple Locations 770-751-0800 Roswellpediatrics.com Pediatric Physicians Multiple Locations 770-518-9277 or 678-527-1555 pediatricphysicianspc.com
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Johns Creek Physical Therapy 4060 Johns Creek Pkwy Ste H Suwanee, GA 30024 770-622-5344 Johnscreekpt.com David Young - North Fulton Physical Therapy 1355 Hembree Rd Roswell, GA 30076 770-442-0727 nfultonpt.com
PODIATRY
Ankle & Foot Centers of GA 4385 Johns Creek Pkwy #200 Suwanee, GA 30024 770-418-0456 Ankleandfootcenters.com Village Podiatry Multiple Locations 770-771-6991 Villagepodiatrycenters.com
SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Roswell Senior Center 1250 Warsaw Rd Roswell, GA 30076
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GA Urology Multiple Locations 678-417-0400 Gaurology.com
SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY
Premier Dermatology 3180 North Point Pkwy Building 400, Suite #420 Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-345-1899 Premierdermatologyatlanta.com
Village Park Senior Living Multiple locations 678-677-8900 Villageparkseniorliving.com Celebration Village 3000 Celebration Boulevard Suwanee, GA 30024 800-724-7714 Cvillage.com
SENIOR INFORMATION SERVICE
Nexseason Transition 404-439-1022 Nexseasontransitions.com Home Helpers 5755 North Point Pkwy, Ste 281 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-430-8511 Homehelpershomecare.com
SPEECH THERAPY
Advantage Speech Therapy 404-784-1252 Advantagespeech.com Rogers Bridge Pediatric Therapy 478-454-8889 Rogersbridgepediatrictherapy. com
SUBSTANCE ABUSE / ADDICTION TREATMENT No Longer Bound 2725 Pine Grove Rd Cumming, GA 30041 770-886-7873 Nolongerbound.com
Pathways 2 Life 4720 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Norcross, GA 30071 404-317-7203 Pathways2life.org
URGENT CARE
VEIN SPECIALIST
Heart & Vascular Multiple Locations 678-513-2273 Hvcmd.com
VETERINARIAN
Midway Animal Hospital 6785 Atlanta Hwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-2003 Midwayvets.com Alpharetta Animal Hospital 80 Milton Avenue Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-475-7613 Alpharettaanimalhospital.com
Restaurants ALL AROUND RESTAURANT Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com
BAKERY
Nothing Bundt Cakes Alpharetta 5230 Windward Pkwy #102 Milton, GA 30004 678-366-1445 nothingbundtcakes.com
Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstar Multiple Locations 770-521-6690 Wellstreet.com
Alpine Bakery 12315 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-410-9883 Alpinebakeryandtrattoria.com
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Multiple Locations Choa.org
BBQ
UROLOGY
Advanced Urology 10730 Medlock Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 404-948-4073 Urologygeorgia.com
Cue Multiple Locations (770) 667-0089 Cuebarbecue.com Smokejack 29 S. Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-410-7611 Smokejackbbq.com
BREAKFAST
The Original Pancake House 5530 Windward Pkwy #120a Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-393-1355 Pancakesalpharetta.com Scratch 2890 Georgia 9 N Ste 160 Milton, GA 30004 678-393-9059 Scratch-fresh.com
BREWERY / BREWPUB
Six Bridges Brewing 11455 Lakefield Dr. #300 Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-545-4199 Sixbridgesbrewing.com Cherry Street 5817 South Vickery St., Cumming, GA 30040 Phone: 678-456-8189 cherrystreetbrewing.com
Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com
FINE DINING
Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com Little Ally Steak 955 Canton Street Roswell, GA 30075 770-998-0440 Fhfoodtradinggroup.com
GERMAN FOOD
Gasthaus 310 Atlanta Rd Cumming, GA 30040 770-844-7244 Gasthaus-cumming.com
BURGER
Kurt’s Bistro 3305 Peachtree Industrial Blvd #100 Duluth, GA 30096 770-623-4128 Kurtsrestaurant.com
Scratch 2890 Georgia 9 N ste 160 Milton, GA 30004 678-393-9059 Scratch-fresh.com
HAPPY HOUR
Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com
DESSERT
Village Tavern 11555 Rain Waterdrive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com
Nothing Bundt Cakes Alpharetta 5230 Windward Pkwy #102 Milton, GA 30004 678-366-1445 Nothingbundtcakes.com
Six Bridges Brewing 11455 Lakefield Dr. #300 Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-545-4199 Sixbridgesbrewing.com
Alpine Bakery 12315 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-410-9883 Alpinebakeryandtrattoria.com
Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com
DONUTS
Davinci’s Donuts 131 S Main St, Suite F Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-392-2523 Davincisdonuts.com Duck Donuts 3005 Old Alabama Rd #170 Alpharetta, GA 30022 470-385-6303 Duckdonuts.com
FAMILY DINING
Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com
ITALIAN FOOD
Casa Nuova 5670 Atlanta Hwy, A1 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-9100 Casanuovarestaurant.com
MEXICAN FOOD
El Felix - Avalon 1130 1st St #1030 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-248-5239, Theelfelix.com 7 Tequilas 10945 State Bridge Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-558-1156 7tequilasmexicanrestaurant.com
PATIO DINING
Village Tavern 11555 Rainwater Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6490 Villagetavern.com
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Burger Fi 5475 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-817-4658 Burgerfi.com
Core Dance & Acrobatics 5905 Atlanta Hwy, Ste 103 Alpharetta, GA 30004 470-299-4629 Coredanceatlanta.com
PIZZA
DATE NIGHT HOTSPOT
Pasta Vino 11130 State Bridge Rd, F103 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-777-1213 Pastavino.net Campania Multiple Locations 678-825-2156 or 470-210-5542 Campaniaga.com
SEAFOOD
Fry Me 2 the Moon 5155 Atlanta Hwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-691-1613 Fryme2themoon.com Atlantic Seafood 2345 Mansell Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-640-0488 Atlanticseafoodco.com
SMOOTHIE / JUICERY
3:8 Juice 5250 Windward Pkwy #113 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-680-2411 Juiceshopalpharetta.com Kale Me Crazy Multiple Locations 470-509-5744 or 678-878-3188 Kalemecrazy.net
RECREATION ART LESSONS / STUDIO
Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Bldg. 700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org Spruill Center for Arts 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338 770-394-3447 Spruillarts.org
U First Fitness 11164 State Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 404-445-8144 Ufirstfitness.com
KID PARTY / EVENT FACILITY Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Bldg. 700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org
Altobeli’s 3000 Old Alabama Rd Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-664-8055 Altobelis.com
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org
LOCAL FESTIVAL
DAY SPA / MASSAGE
Waxing the City 5250 Windward Pkwy, Ste 114 Alpharetta, GA 30004 470-275-5400 Studios.waxingthecity.com Youthtopia 50 Canton Street, Ste 115 Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-772-4806 Youthtopiamedspa.com
GOLF COURSE
Trophy Club of Atlanta 15135 Hopewell Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-343-9700 Trophyclubofatlantagc.com Country Club of Roswell 2500 Club Springs Dr, Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 475-7800 Ccroswell.com
GROUP/CORPORATE ACTIVITY
Urban Escape Games 20 Mansell Ct E #275 Roswell, GA 30076 678-805-2189 Urbanescapegames.com A&S Culinary Concepts 9945 Jones Bridge Rd, #303 Johns Creek, GA 30022 678-336-9196 Asculinaryconcepts.com
GYM/FITNESS FACILITY
Medical Fitness & Wellness Group 10700 Medlock Bridge Rd, #105 Duluth, GA 30097 770-623-4078 Exercise4prevention.com
Brew Moon Festival AlpharettaBusiness Association.com Summit Rocks Summitrocks.org/summitrocks
MUSIC LESSONS RISPA 14155 Ga-9 Milton, GA 30004 678-620-3500 RISPA.net
Orbit Arts Academy 650 Mount Vernon Hwy Sandy Springs, GA 30328 770-693-3641 Orbitartsacademy.com
PERFORMING ARTS / THEATRE Georgia Ensemble 950 Forrest St Roswell, GA 30075 770-641-1260 Get.org RISPA 14155 GA-9, Milton, GA, 30004 678-620-3500 RISPA.net
PUBLIC PARK
Wills 11925 Wills Rd Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6130 Willspark.com Newtown 3150 Old Alabama Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 678-512-3200 Johnscreekga.gov
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SPORTS PROGRAM
Ambush Soccer 678-297-6130 Alpharettaambush.org Dojo Karate Multiple Locations Dojokarate.com
WEDDING VENUE
Roswell Country Club 2500 Club Springs Dr Roswell, GA 30076 770- 475-7800 Ccroswell.com Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd Roswell, GA 30075 770-992-2055 Chattnaturecenter.org
CONSIGNMENT STORE
The Finer Consigner 11130 State Bridge Rd F101 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-751-3501 Twisted Thread 12660 Crabapple Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-667-9110 Thetwistedthread.com
FARMERS MARKET
Alpharetta Farmers Market 1 South Main Alpharetta, GA 30009 404-402-5389 Alpharettafarmersmarket.com
RETAIL
Roswell Farmers Market 38 Hill Street Roswell, GA 30075 404-492-9938 Roswellfam.com
ANTIQUES STORE
FLORIST
Lakewood 400 1321 Atlanta Hwy Cumming, GA 30040 770- 889-3400 Lakewoodantiques.com
Alpharetta Flower Market 980 Birmingham Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-2341 Alpharettaflowermarket.com
APPAREL BOUTIQUE
FURNITURE / HOME DECOR
All Inspired Boutique Multiple Locations 404-502-2172 or 678-381-1456 Allinspiredboutique.com
Belso Home Studio 30 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-696-4995 Belso-home.com
ART GALLERY / RETAILER
JEWELER
Spruill Art Gallery 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338 770-394-3447 Spruillarts.org
Brown & Co. 674 Holcomb Bridge Rd Roswell, GA 30076 770-993-1080 Brownjewelers.com
BEVERAGE / WINE STORE
KIDS STORE
Queen of Hearts 670 N Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-7571 Queenofheartsantiques interiors.com
Clothes Horse 28 Milton Ave Alpharetta, GA 30009 870-275-1311 Clotheshorsemensapparel.com
Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd. Bldg. 700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org
Total Wine Total Wine, Multiple Locations Totalwine.com Red’s 270 South Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-664-7337
Best Little Flower Shop in Roswell 10800 Alpharetta Hwy, #228 Roswell, GA 30076 770-642-7878 Bestlittleflowershop.com
Exquisite Living Multiple Locations 770-807-0675 or 470-275-5888 Exquisitelivingatl.com
Iroff & Son 3960 Old Milton Pkwy #300 Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-7517222 Iroff.com
Kid to Kid Multiple Locations, Kidtokid.com
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SHOPPING / ENTERTAINMENT PLAZA Avalon 2200 Avalon Blvd Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-765-1000 Experienceavalon.com
Alpharetta City Center 251 Market Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-268-4328 Kliwins.com
SERVICES AUTO SERVICE REPAIR Extra Mile Tire Pros 2875 Bethany Bend Milton, GA 30004 678-566-6627 Extramiletirepros.com
Japanese Automotive Professional Service 369 Maxwell Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-740-0114 Japaneseautomotive.com
BANK / CREDIT UNION Providence Bank 4955 Windward Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-624-2265 Providencebankga.com
American Commerce Bank 10690 Medlock Bridge Rd Johns Creek, GA 30097 470-422-1200 Americancommercebank.com
CAR WASH
Cactus 12905 GA-9 Milton, GA 30004 770-343-9960 Cactuscarwash.com Wash Me Fast 12960 GA-9 Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-297-9215 Washmefast.com
CPA
McHugh CPA Group 5550 Triangle pkwy #200, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 770-449-0285 Mchughcpagroup.com
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S.J. Gorowitz Accounting & Tax Services, P.C. 5755 North Point Pkwy Suite 37 Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-740-0797 Sjgorowitz.com
DRY CLEANER
Express Dry Cleaners 5805 State Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-6977 Expresscleaners123.com
INSURANCE AGENCY
Stuart Perry Insurance Farmers 11550 Jones Bridge Rd., Ste 9 Johns Creek, GA 30022 404-780-0759 Agents.farmers.com Country Financial Michael Gordy 13560 Morris Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-667-9749 Countryfinancial.com
NETWORKING GROUP
Alpharetta Business Assoc. 11770 Haynes Bridge Rd Ste 205 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-865-6608 Alpharettabusinessassociation.com Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce 5755 North Point Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30022 404-445-8223 Alpharettachamber.com
PAINTER
Kat Nelson Designs, Inc. 770-751-8168 Katnelsondesigns.com
Dream House Painting 69 S Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-873-2821 Dreamhousepainting.com
McHugh CPA Group 300 Colonial Center Pkwy, Ste 100 Roswell, GA 30076 770-449-0285 Mchughcpagroup.com
Belso Home Studio 30 North Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-696-4995 Belso-home.com
Bear Mountain Custom Painting 1690 Redi Rd Cumming, GA 30040 678-455-2887 Bearmountainpainting.com
oXYGen Financial 35 Old Canton Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-0427 oXYGenfinancial.net
IT / BUSINESS SERVICES
PET DAYCARE/LODGER
Pride Cleaners 3134 Old Alabama Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 Pridecleaners.com
FINANCIAL PLANNER
HAIR SALON/STYLIST
Aria Salons Multiple locations 770-475-8111, Ariasalons.net Ritual 5315 Winward Pkway, Ste A Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-676-0481 Ritualthesalon.com
HOME BUILDER/DEVELOPER The Providence Group 11340 Lakefield Drive Johns Creek, GA 30097 678-475-9400 Theprovidencegroup.com Chatham Legacy 5780 Windward Pkwy. Suite 300 Alpharetta, GA 30005 Chathamlegacy.com
INFORMATION SERVICES Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau 178 S Main St Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-2811 Awesomealpharetta.com Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau 617 S Atlanta St Roswell, GA 30075 770-640-3253 Visitroswellga.com
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
Carmichael Consulting 11660 Alpharetta Highway Ste 100 bldg 100 Roswell, Ga 30076 678-719-9671 Carmichaelconsulting.net InterDev 900 Holcomb Woods Pkway Roswell, GA 30076 770-643-4400 Interdev.com
LAW FIRM
Millard Law Firm 320 Maxwell Rd., #200 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-319-9500 Familylawattorneyalpharetta.com Windward Law Group 12600 Deerfield Pkwy, Ste 125 Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-684-1500 Windwardlaw.com
MAID SERVICE
Image Maids Multiple locations 770-475-8700 Imagemaids.com The Maids Multiple locations 404-256-3200 Maids.com
MERCHANT SERVICES Netcom Pay Systems 800-875-6680 Netcompaysystem.com
Great Point Technologies 678-624-1612 Greatpoint.cc
Crabapple Bed & Bones 640 Dorris Rd Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-754-1700 Bedsandbones.net It’s a Dogs Life 11130 State Bridge Road, A101 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-504-4555 Itsadogsliferesort.com
PET GROOMING
PLUMBER
Pete’s Plumbing 2280 Justin Trail Alpharetta, Ga 30004 770-442-3934 Petesplumbing.com The Pink Plumber Thepinkplumber.com
PRE-SCHOOL / DAY CARE
Primrose School of Alpharetta 315 Henderson Village Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-664-7508 primroseschools.com/schools/ alpharetta
Puff N Fluff Pet Spa 11550 Jones Bridge Rd #8 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-274-4600 Puffnfluffpetspa.com
Oak Grove Academy 3460 Francis Road Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-772-7474 Oakgroveacademy.org
It’s a Dogs Life 11130 State Bridge Road, A101 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-504-4555 Itsadogsliferesort.com
PRIVATE K-12
PET SUPPLY/BOUTIQUE
Fulton Science Academy 3035 Fanfare Way Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-366-2555 Fultonscienceacademy.org
Fido’s Market 5354 McGinnis Ferry Rd Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-240-0440 Fidosmarket.com
Kings Ridge Christian School 2765 Bethany Bend Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-754-5738 Kingsridgecs.org
Puff N Fluff Pet Spa 11550 Jones Bridge Rd #8 Johns Creek, GA 30022 770-274-4600 Puffnfluffpetspa.com
PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS
PHOTOGRAPHER
Abby Byrd Photography 678-787-6060 Abbybreaux.com SL Reece SLReece.com
Anchor Marketing 615 Hembree Pkwy, Ste 300 Roswell, GA 30076 770-587-0017 Anchormarketing.com
North Georgia Promotions 4040 Nine McFarland Dr. #1200 Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-710-0467 Ngapromotions.com
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REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty 1125 Sanctuary Parkway, Ste 400 Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-442-7300 Atlantafinehomes.com Harry Norman Northpoint 7855 North Point Pkway #100 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-461-8700 Harrynorman.com
REALTOR (INDIVIDUAL)
Benefits of using a REALTOR® when going through the home buying and selling process Brought to you by – BILL RAWLINGS Senior Vice President & Managing Broker, North Atlanta Office, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Rawlings Realty is honored to have been chosen as the 2019 Best Real Estate Brokerage of North Atlanta by APPEN Media Group for the fourth year in a row! We pride ourselves on creating relationships with our clients and successfully helping them find the homes of their dreams. Our focus is on our clients, as we provide million-dollar marketing for homes in all price ranges and believe that service defines the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand, not price point. There are numerous benefits to using an agent when you are in the market to buy a new home, as this can be a stressful and intimidating process. Having a licensed professional to help walk you through the buying process can help to relieve the pressure and make your experience more enjoyable. Especially for a first-time home buyer, an agent will be by your side to answer your questions and concerns and prepare you for potential obstacles that may arise while professionally marketing your home to prospective buyers. Finding the right home for you: Once you determine what you are looking for, the next step will be for your REALTOR® to book appointments and walk you through potential homes. These appointments can help narrow down your criteria and determine what you truly desire in a home. Your REALTOR® will
have the knowledge to explain the area, neighborhoods, schools and valuable information you will need to know before making a final decision to purchase a home. Negotiating an offer: Your agent will advise you on an acceptable offer price, while also helping you to negotiate a deal that could save you money. This is such a crucial part of buying a home, and it allows your REALTOR® to use their expertise in the negotiation process. Professional recommendations: There are so many aspects to buying a home and professional resources are always needed. Agents make suggestions on reliable sources they have used in the past, from a trustworthy mortgage broker to home inspectors – just another way a real estate agent can help to relieve stress during the process of finding a new home. Overcoming obstacles: During the due-diligence period, new issues can arise and a real estate professional can help counsel you toward a solution. This is a time when negotiation is key and it is extremely helpful to have someone on your side who is knowledgeable, experienced, calm and in control, should a situation occur. Please keep Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty in mind next time you are in the market to buy a new home. Our trained sales professionals are the perfect guides to walk you through the buying and selling process. Visit AtlantaFineHomes.com or call our office at 770.442.7300 to allow one of our dedicated professionals assist you today. Article is adapted from: http://www. realtor.com/advice/buy/what-is-a-buyers-agent-used-for
Dolan Craft Team 65 Roswell St Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-722-3119 Craftdolanteam.com
Andrea Cuney & The Cuney Team Ansley Atlanta North 404-695-7040 Ansleyatlanta.com
RENOVATION / HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES Remodeling Expo Center 48 King Street Roswell, GA 30075 678-459-2292 Remodelingexpo.com
Bear Mountain Custom Painting 1690 Redi Rd Cumming, GA 30040 678-455-2887 Bearmountainpainting.com
SHREDDER
Eco Shredding 770-490-5607 ecoshredding.com I-Shred 488 N Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-667-9111 i-shred.net
TRAVEL AGENCY / SERVICE
Cruise PlannersMichael Consoli 770-650-7667 Cruiseplanners.com Cruise PlannersBarbara Diener 770-740-9099 Cruiseplanners.com
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
High Hopes Childrens Therapy 3538 Old Milton Pkway Alpharetta, GA 30005 540-207-5163 Highhopestherapy.com Therapy & Learning Center of GA 11285 Elkins Rd, G-2 Roswell, GA 30076 678-824-2145 Tlcgeorgia.com
ABA THERAPIST
Behavior Link Multiple Locations 443-414-1843 Thebehaviorlink.com Therapy & Learning Center of GA 11285 Elkins Rd, G-2 Roswell, GA 30076 678-824-2145 Tlcgeorgia.com
SUMMER CAMP
Johns Creek Arts Center 6290 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Bldg. 700 Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-623-8448 Johnscreekarts.org RISPA 14155 Ga-9 Milton, GA 30004 678-620-3500 Rispa.net
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Fulton Science Academy Private School Recently named the most diverse high school in Atlanta and ranked as seventh overall by Niche.com, Fulton Science Academy Private School (FSAPS) is one of Alpharetta’s most unique educational institutions. Nestled in the heart of Alpharetta near downtown, FSAPS is accessible and strategically located. With the student population approximately 675, FSAPS emphasizes small classes and an intimate student-teacher ratio. This classroom model allows for personalized, learning-focused preparation and enhances the overall citizenship of students. In addition to a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) curriculum, FSAPS is STEM and AdvancedEd accredited. This means students pursue advanced content for core subject areas, including high school offerings of AP courses. For two years, FSAPS has produced semi-finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Although it is emphasized, academic excellence is only part of the equation. Students are guided by acclaimed, published, and nationally recognized experts in math, social studies, science, and robotics. The academic teams at FSAPS have been honored to represent the state of Georgia not just nationally, but also internationally. These competitions
have included Math Counts, Science Olympiad, and more. Students also have opportunities to participate in national honor societies and leadership groups. They are supported closely by advisors, who work with them in small groups to accomplish leadership and service-oriented projects that significantly impact their communities. Our mission statement reads: “To establish an educational framework designed to achieve the highest academic results and instill enduring strength of
character by leveraging innovation and STEAM curriculums for college preparedness and lifelong student success.” These words convey the objectives not only of the institution’s outstanding students, but also of the faculty. At FSAPS, students are encouraged to think outside the box, to practice and apply critical thinking, and to understand the impact of their actions and innovations on the greater community; more important, students are encouraged to practice supporting others and their initiatives.
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BEAUTIFULLY FUNCTIONAL DESIGNS Creating an environment that infuses the desired needs, vision and unique personality of each client is how we approach each design project. A home is a sanctuary, a retreat, their personal haven for those that live there. We take that seriously, creating projects that are as individual and unique as each client. Each home should, not only beautiful, but highly functional and age gracefully. Our client focused approach, personalized service and ability to weave modern elegance into traditional spaces allows for functional daily living for today’s busy families. In order to make each Kat Nelson Design project unique, it is essential to merge the personality of the space, the needs of the client with current design. Kat Nelson Designs has more than 13 years of experience as a full- service design firm based in Atlanta. Our projects range from West to East coast with many repeat clients. www.katnelsondesigns.com
Testimonials – Kat Nelson Deigns “Kat Nelson Designs aesthetic elevates and compliments our family style. Her creative eye is uniquely layered seeing more than I could ever. With Kat’s help, I will not have to live with costly mistakes (from lighting to paint choices) ever again. I can’t wait to work with her again!” “I have used Kat Nelson Designs several times over the past several years in different capacities and the results have always been spectacular, classy and timeless. Kat has the ability to understand the look and style of her client and make recommendations accordingly. She is very versatile and can assist in all types of décor - traditional, modern, eclectic, etc. Kat is excellent with colors and finding unusual fabrics that make the room unique. She also is fantastic with lighting, rugs, and furniture pieces that you don’t see everywhere. She recently help me with the exterior paint of our house and I could not be more happy, especially since this decision will be with our family for some time. The entire design experience is professional and personal in every way. I would trust her with any design needs and hope to use her for my next project.”
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Isn’t my home worth more money? My neighbor’s home sold quickly and for more than asking price, but not mine. John Hogan, owner of Remodeling Expo Center, says “I’m confronted with this question all the time.” At Remodeling Expo Center we’re in the business of making our customer’s home investment grow. Mr. Hogan emphasizes. “It’s both an art and a science”. People can debate about how much, or what to remodel but the core answer is – “Remodeling is an investment, not an expense”, and because it’s such a large investment, professional advice should be sought. I general, people who do not ever remodel their homes, and believe that their homes will naturally appreciate are the people who are the most disappointed with their home values. The fact is that, the value of a home is determined by what someone is willing to pay for it, and as time passes, the desirability of the elements of a home change (closet size, stainless appliances, etc.). It’s analogous to a stock market investor rebalancing their portfolio over time. These days people move around a lot, due to schools, jobs etc. “My favorite customers are the one who have made significant profits because we’ve remodeled 2 or 3 homes for them” says Mr. Hogan. “We know what the new home buyer wants, and we adapt homes to have these features, designs and colors, so they sell fast and for maximum price. We know where and how much money to spend. We advise homeowners to spend only “Smart money”.
At Remodeling Expo Center we’re in the business of making our customer’s home investment grow. Home owners who profit on the sale of their homes have a savvy investor attitude and just like the stock market, if you don’t invest, you don’t profit. And just like the stock market, over time, it only goes up. With your home, invest in the right amounts and in the right places” your home value will increase impressively. Here are some examples of easy ways to improve home value: open up the kitchen to the family room, make room for a big single level island, paint the house something other than beige!, remove all the cultured marble in the bathroom, get rid of all the gold/brass fixtures in the bathroom and lastly install recessed can lighting to brighten the house up. To learn more about how to boost your home value, contact The Remodeling Expo Center at 404 910-3969 or stop in at 48 King Street, Roswell, GA 30075. www.RemodelingExpo.com
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