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March 2019

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We need to shield ourselves against motivated reasoning. I’m not much of a sports fan, but one can easily begin motivated reasoning during a sporting event. Penalty calls or a close play at the plate or the goal line can spark a heated debate. If the call is in your team’s favor, it’s, “Oh, that’s a good call, good call!” If not, the fans shout, “What? No way! C’mon!” Each side will attempt to make a point that is motivated by feeling over fact. Be cautious of that. Resist those motivated reasonings. Seek truth over bias. If we cut through our prejudices, motivations, and biases and choose to look at the facts over our personal emotions, we can find or create more common ground on which to solve our differences. In doing so, we will be able to reach more comfortable places of compromise and clarity and progress closer to a solution for real problems at hand. We are, in fact, all in this together. Life is a lot more fun when we all play well together.

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Enter every conversation or debate with the presumption that you have something to learn. Listen not with the intent to reply but to better understand. Be curious and open minded. Be prepared to find out amazing things about people, and in turn, be amazed at what can happen as a result.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS State Senator John Albers, Shannon Barnes, Michael Consoli, Lisa Ethridge, Kevin Head, Mayor Lori Henry, Christy Knoll, Tracey Lowe, Jamie Mackrell, Bonnie Medford, Chris Miller, Gabriel Morley, Tracey Satterfield , Vishant Nath

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ood conversation should leave us feeling fulfilled and appreciated. We each like to walk away inspired and motivated while relishing the moment. Sometimes though, not so much. It seems that even the two basic safety stops, the weather and our health, are topics that are up for debate with issues like global warming and vaccinations. The reality of a conversation without fear of an argument may be slipping away. So, let’s embrace the discomfort and use it to everyone’s advantage.

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Your Garden Is Calling: Add Irises for Late Spring Color By Lisa Ethridge [HomeLife] The iris is named after the Greek goddess who carried messages from heaven to earth on the rainbow. Throughout history, these beautiful plants, in a rainbow of colors, have inspired artists and poets. There are over 300 species in the genus Iris. These easy-to-grow, reliable plants are spectacular additions to your perennial garden. Most of them begin blooming in late spring and continue through June. Some, like “Immortality,” “Feedback,” and “Earl of Essex” rebloom in the fall. This spring, make it a point to add some of these deer-resistant beauties to your landscape. Selecting your specimens is the hardest part of the process. It’s good to keep in mind that bearded irises bloom first;

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Siberian irises bloom next; and Japanese irises bloom the latest.

rot. Don’t trim the foliage after the plant blooms.

The most important part is selecting a spot to plant them. Irises need at least a half a day of full sun and well-drained soil. Once you’ve selected a spot, loosen the soil to promote good drainage. Keep in mind the plant’s foliage can reach 2-4’ in height; space accordingly. To plant, make a trough the size of the rhizome and firm the soil. Place the rhizome so the top is partially exposed. Plant as a single or in a group of three. Water thoroughly.

Every three years or so, irises should be divided to keep them blooming. Dig a clump of rhizomes and cut them so each division has roots. Before replanting, cut the foliage back to 4-5 inches. Then, plant in a sunny spot or share with friends. If maintained properly, irises can bloom for decades.

Maintenance is simple. Cut the flower stalk down to the rhizome after the bloom dies to prevent root

At Extension.UGA.edu/publications, bulletins 918 and 944 contain more information about irises and other perennials.

Lisa Ethridge is a member of the award-winning Roswell Garden Club and a certified master gardener with North Fulton Master Gardeners, part of the UGA Cooperative Extension Service. 404-613-7670, NFMG.net

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[HealthyLife] An avulsed tooth is a true dental emergency. When a permanent tooth is knocked out, or even significantly loose, it’s important to act as quickly as possible to try to save the tooth. Oftentimes, injuries that knock out a tooth can also cause other types of significant head, neck, or facial trauma. As with any injury to the head, it’s always best to rule out other significant injuries by visiting a medical facility. If the knocked-out/loose tooth is a primary (baby) tooth, reinsertion should not be attempted. Reinsertion of a primary tooth can cause damage to the developing permanent tooth. However, even though the primary tooth cannot be saved, it’s still important to see your child’s dentist as a follow-up. Depending on the situation, it may be necessary to make sure that adequate space is kept in the mouth for the permanent tooth to emerge if the primary tooth was lost prematurely.

Avulsed Teeth By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.

If a permanent tooth is knocked out, there are specific steps to take to improve the chances of saving the tooth. If possible, it’s best to reinsert the tooth in the socket as soon as possible after it is knocked out. Avoid touching the root of the tooth. The tooth can be rinsed under cold running water briefly to clean it. Once it is

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reinserted, have the patient bite down on a clean cloth to keep the tooth in place until you can get to your dentist’s office. Many pediatric dental offices have afterhours emergency phone numbers. If your dentist does not have an emergency number, or you are unable to get through to someone on the after-hours line, do not wait. Get to an emergency room where the situation can be addressed and treated. If you are unable to reinsert the tooth, for whatever reason, the next best situation is to put the tooth in a clean cup containing milk or the patient’s saliva, then take the patient and tooth either to the dentist or the emergency room if your dentist is not available.

Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com

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Driving Miss Daisy — Enjoy this classic tale of an unlikely friendship set in 20th century Atlanta. Wednesday 7:30pm, ThursdaySaturday 8:00pm, Sunday 2:30pm, with additional 4:00pm shows on the second and third Saturday of the production, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-1260. GET.org

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And Then They Came for Me — A powerful multi-media performance that tells the story of the hidden children of the Holocaust. Two childhood friends of Anne Frank, Eva Schloss and Ed Silverberg, recount their stories via video, as professional actors portray them as teens on stage. 7:00pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770641-1260. GET.org

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Milton Mayor’s Run Presents Jog for a Cause — This race benefits the families of local pediatric cancer patients. Grab some friends or your running group, and join this fun, fast Peachtree qualifier. 7:30am, Freedom Park, 13200 Deerfield Parkway, Milton. 678-242-2533. JogForACause5K.com

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A Wrinkle in Time — A strange visitor comes to the Murray house and beckons the children on a dangerous and extraordinary adventure. 11:00am, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-1260. GET.org

ONGOING March Is Women’s History Month — The large majority of ancient cultures were patriarchal, and they practiced customs that held women in low esteem and limited their freedom. Through the centuries, many courageous women have stepped forward to fight inequality and to champion causes for the benefit of society. Their work to break down barriers has allowed future generations of women to pass through without resistance.

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Roswell Historical Society General Meeting — Phil Mansell presents Growing Up in Roswell: 1950-1970. 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm), Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell. 770-992-1665. RoswellHistoricalSociety.org

Foundation. 7:30pm, the Metropolitan Club of Alpharetta, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. 770-641-9591. FosterCares.org

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Great American CoverUp Quilt Show — This exciting show features over 150 unique, antique, traditional, and art quilts made by local artists and displayed throughout an antebellum home. Admission is $8 adults, $7 seniors, and $6 children. MondaySaturday 10:00am-4:00pm and Sunday 1:00-4:00pm, Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. BullochHall.org/quiltshow.html

Walk with a Doc — On the second Saturday of each month, the City of Johns Creek and Emory Johns Creek Hospital encourage residents to take a step toward better health with this walking program that brings doctors and patients together. Every walk will feature a different health topic, each selected to provide information and the opportunity for walkers to ask one-on-one questions with the participating physician. 10:00am, Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. WalkWithADoc.org

Annual Roswell Fine Arts Alliance Invitational Juried Art Show, People, Places and Thingamabobs — Through March 31, RFAA invites members of several sister art organizations as well as its own fine artists to compete for ribbons and cash awards. This year’s jurist is Shane McDonald, a nationally known artist, whose works are displayed in private and public collections. Entered works will include oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, mixed media, and collage. All original works will be available for purchase. Fridays 10:00am-

The GLOW Band Benefit Concert — Enjoy an evening with friends, fantastic food, lavish cocktails, and dancing while listening to an evening of the Eagles and other classic southern rock performed by the GLOW Band. There will also be a silent auction. The evening’s attire is classy casual. Tickets are $100 each and include dinner, dancing, and open bar. Proceeds benefit Foster Care Support

Household Hazardous Waste Collection — Commercial entities are encouraged not to attend, as this event will cater to Roswell residents only. Please bring an ID and see the website for a list of acceptable items. 9:00am-12:00pm, Public Works/Transportation/Fire Facilities, 1810 Hembree Road, Roswell. 770-3413715. RoswellGov.com

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Tappin’ Out Homelessness —The Young Professionals Advisory Council is proud to announce this event, with proceeds of $1 per pour (wine included) benefiting The Drake House. Enjoy live music beginning at 2:00pm, raffles, great food, and wine pulls. 11:00am6:00pm, Truck and Tap, 30 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. 770-680-2760. TheDrakeHouse.org/news-events

Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra Concert — The AlphaSO presents Solos of Spring, featuring winners of the Youth Concerto Competition along with classical works. Doors open at 6:30pm, concert begins at 7:00pm, Crabapple First Baptist Church, 12760 Birmingham Highway, Milton. AlpharettaSymphony.com

Flying into the Future — Science and nature collide to bring you STEM-focused activities. Arrive ready to learn about flying animals as well as test your tinkering skills with CNC’s STEMthemed partners and activities. 12:00-4:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center,

1:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am-4:00pm, The Gallery at Fouts Road, 9100 Fouts Road, Roswell. 770-641-3705. RFAA.org/ shows.html Better Together — On the second Thursday of each month, the Better Together committee, composed of interested citizens from the City of Milton, meets to discuss ways to build a welcoming community in Milton where residents of all abilities can participate. All are welcome to become a part of this Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton

9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055 x238. ChattNatureCenter.org

A Novel Idea — Meet up with local writers/authors to share excerpts from recent publications and discuss other writing-related topics. 6:30-9:00pm, The Peach & the Porkchop, 12040 Etris Road, D100, Roswell. Beth@ BethHermes.com

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ECO-TINKER Interactive Exhibits — Head outdoors this spring to enjoy these nature-inspired tech and tinker stations where you can experiment, learn, and explore. Monday-Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday 12:005:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055 x238. ChattNatureCenter.org

Joe Gransden’s Big Band “Fly Me to the Moon” — The band’s top soloists will be featured throughout the evening, as they perform their award-winning show. 8:00-10:00pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-1260. GET.org

group, ranging from high school students to senior adults. The committee plans and arranges projects covering subjects of interest to the community. 6:30pm, Community Place at Milton City Hall, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton. 678-2422533. CityOfMiltonGa.us Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce ProAlliance — Each Wednesday, enjoy early morning networking with fellow business leaders. This format allows you to share

“The Life of Wyatt Earp” Lecture — Barrington Hall hosts lectures on the Civil War and other areas of interest to residents. Reservations are not necessary but are appreciated. $5 per person (suggested donation). 7:009:00pm, Barn Activity Room at Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. 770640-3855. RoswellGov.com

Luck of Avalon — Enjoy a special Irish performance from King O’Sullivan School of Irish Dance at 5:30pm. At 6:00pm, Luck of Avalon kicks off (as the Irish do) with a bagpipe and drum performance from North Georgia Pipes and Drums on the Plaza stage. After an Irish introduction, the party begins, as a live band takes the stage and turns the Plaza into a dance floor. Face painting will also be available for the little ones. 5:30-10:00pm, Avalon, 2200 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta. 770-7651000. ExperienceAvalon.com/events/ eventitems/luck-of-avalon

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information about your business/work in a non-threatening environment, develop leads for potential new business, and help others reach their goals. 7:30-9:00am, GNFCC Office, 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Building 400, Suite 100, Alpharetta. 770993-8806. GNFCC.com

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American Craft Show — As one of the largest juried fine craft shows in the Southeast, this event features 250 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists, specializing in everything from handmade ceramics to fine jewelry, apparel, furniture, home decor, and textiles. Friday 10:00am8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm, Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway SE, Atlanta. CraftCouncil.org/atlanta

14th Annual Roswell Reads Literary Luncheon — The Roswell community and neighborhood book clubs are invited to join Pulitzer Prizewinning Author Rick Bragg to hear about his writing/works over lunch. Tickets are $25. 11:00am-2:30pm, Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell. 770-992-6368. RoswellReads2019.Eventbrite.com

Alive at 25 Driver Safety Course — This highly interactive four-hour defensive driving course teaches young drivers how to take control of situations by addressing driver attitude, knowledge, and behavior, rather than being a technical, hands-

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on driver training course. Designed for ages 15-24, the course complements driver’s education and training (but is not a replacement for these courses). Parents/guardians are not required to attend. 1:00-5:00pm, Milton Police Department & Municipal Court, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Suite 107F, Milton. 678-242-2500. CityOfMiltonGa.us

Lunch & Learn Featuring Staci L. Catron and Mary Ann Eaddy — Authors Catron and Eaddy discuss their book, Seeking Eden: A Collection of Georgia’s Historic Gardens. Ticket includes lunch, beverage, and dessert from a local restaurant. This event is part of the 2018-2019 Distinguished Speaker Series, a fundraiser for Friends of Mimosa Hall & Gardens. 12:001:00pm, the Osage Room at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. FriendsOfMimosa.org/events

Spring Craft Bazaar — Browse a unique collection of items made by a diverse group of local artisans. Booth rental proceeds benefit adaptive and therapeutic recreation programs for special needs participants. 10:00am4:00pm, Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell. 770-641-3950. RoswellGov.com

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Arsenic and Old Lace — This zany comedy revolves around the distinguished Brewster family, which is composed of insane maniacs. The hero, Mortimer Brewster, is a New York drama critic who must deal with his crazy, homicidal family as well as the local police, as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry the woman he loves. Friday dinner 6:30pm and show 7:30pm, Saturday dinner 5:30pm and show 6:30pm, Sunday show only 4:00pm, Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. 678-8717766. RUMCActingUP.webs. com

7th Annual Water Drop Dash 5K — This Peachtree qualifier is a fast and flat course along the Chattahoochee River. Registration is limited; please register early through Active.com to ensure your spot. The Water Drop Dash 5K encourages metro Atlanta residents to check their plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems during the annual EPA WaterSense Fix a Leak Week (3/18 – 24). The post-race Water Festival will be full of giveaways, activities, and face painting. Official commemorative T-shirts will be distributed to all 5K and Kid’s Fun Run finishers. 7:00-10:00am, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770992-2055 x238. ChattNatureCenter.org

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Cemetery Cleaning Day — Space is limited; please RSVP to SocietyRHS@gmail.com to participate. 10:00am-12:00pm, Old Roswell Cemetery, 100 Woodstock Street, Roswell. 770-9921665. RoswellHistoricalSociety.org

ShamRockin’ for a Cure — Eat, drink, and help cure cystic fibrosis with a night filled with music that will rock the stage while attendees dance the night away. Regular tickets include food, beer, wine, cocktails, and giveaways. The exciting live and silent auctions will be packed with something for everyone: trips, dining, adventure, jewelry, gift certificates, and a raffle.7:00-11:30pm, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. 404-325-6973. AwesomeAlpharetta.com/shamrockin-fora-cure

Dance Troupe Inc. Regional Competition — See dance troupes show off their fanciest footwork in this regional competition. FREE and open to the public. Friday 5:00-10:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-8:00pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 276734-2796. DanceTroupeChallenge.net

3/29-30 & 4/5-6 Spring Native Plant Sale — Attract butterflies, pollinators, birds, and more to your garden by adding native plants. Over 120 species of plants will be available, and horticulturists and knowledgeable volunteers will be onsite to help you plant the garden of your dreams. Admission to the garden area is free. 10:00am5:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055 x238. ChattNatureCenter.org

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Roswell Photographic Society Juried Flower Exhibit — This will be in conjunction with the Azalea Festival that occurs every April. The exhibit will be FREE and open to the public. Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center lobby, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-5946232. RoswellPhotoSociety.com

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Saturday Brunch Lectures at Barrington Hall — Barrington Hall hosts lectures on the Civil War and other areas of interest to residents. Reservations are not necessary but are appreciated. $5 per person (suggested donation). Complimentary brunch-style food will be made available, 3/23 “The Life of Doc Holliday” and 3/30 “The Life of Kit Carson.” 10:00am-12:00pm, Barn Activity Room at Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. 770-640-3855. RoswellGov.com

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NORTHEAST/SPRUILL OAKS

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BEGINNER ENERGY YOGA Tuesdays, 6:30pm, Northeast/Spruill Oaks Experienced instructor John Hoats teaches this relaxing, simple form where you can go at your own pace. This class is for adults and teens. AARP FOUNDATION TAX-AIDE Wednesdays, 3:00-8:00pm, Ocee Saturdays, 9:30am-4:00pm, Ocee AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free, in-person tax assistance. For more information, please visit AARP.org/taxaide. Registration is required. CAREER COLLEGE PLANNING FAIR March 9, 2:00-4:00pm, Ocee Meet face-to-face with college, government, retail, and business organizations. Bring your resume, two forms of ID, and dress for success. Be prepared with an engaging and motivated attitude. This is for teens ages 16+ and adults. ARE YOU READY TO SELFPUBLISH? March 9, 2:30pm, East Roswell This class teaches everything from the elements of the book itself, to having ideas for the look and feel of your work, to knowing the answers related to editing, construction, and marketing your book. Presented by BookLogix, reservations are required. This is for adults only.

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AP TEST STRATEGY SESSIONS March 12, U.S. Government, 6:30pm, Milton March 13, Psychology, 6:30pm, Milton March 20, Human Geography, 6:30pm, Milton March 21, U.S. History, 6:30pm, Milton Join C2 Education, as they lead you in an hour-long strategy session to help prepare you for your upcoming AP exams. Practice exams will be scheduled on weekends. Check the Milton Library calendar for the schedule. AROUND THE WORLD WITH AARON March 13, 4:00pm, Milton In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, retired architect and world traveler Aaron Stieglitz will present a travelogue on Ireland and London. Light refreshments will be served. This is for ages 18+. ADULT COOKING CLASS — COOKING CANCER-PREVENTING FOODS March 16, 12:00pm, East Roswell This class is presented by Chef Lynn Ware and sponsored by Friends of East Roswell Library, Inc. Reservations are required. This is for adults only. TREASURE ISLAND March 16, 2:00pm, Alpharetta Enjoy a production of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, a fantastical tale of pirates, adventure, and buried treasure. This show will be presented by Hampstead Stage Company and is for ages 5+. No registration is necessary.

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SMALL, SMALL WORLD March 19, 11:00-11:40am, Ocee Grab your passport and travel the globe as part of the Johns Creek Art Center’s newest learning adventure. This is a multi-sensory learning experience for children ages 2-4 and their caregivers. Participants embark on a 40-minute journey to far-off locales where they learn about children around the world through music, movement, art, and literature. JOYS OF INDONESIAN COOKING March 23, 12:30pm, Alpharetta Chefs from the Indonesian American Community in Atlanta will share and demonstrate traditional Indonesian culture and recipes. Samples will be provided. Registration is suggested by emailing Michael.Salpeter@fultoncountyga.gov; however, walk-ins are welcome. ADULT ART CLASS — BIRDHOUSE March 23, 2:30pm, East Roswell Paint a spring birdhouse. All levels are welcome. Reservations are required. COLLEGE PLANNING WITH DIANE COHEN March 24, 2:30pm, Alpharetta College planner Diane Cohen will help parents and high school students navigate this tedious process. Registration is suggestion by emailing Michael. Salpeter@fultongountyga.gov. JEWELRY CLASS — SPRING EARRINGS March 30, 2:30pm, East Roswell Workshop participants will learn the techniques for constructing earrings. Each participant will leave with a pair of earrings. Reservations are required, adults only.

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Community First place in the 1st Annual Amateur Talent Contest organized by Dukes Bar and Grill in Milton went to Caroline Reilly, a sophomore at Forsyth Virtual Academy. Reilly received $500 in cash, a $500 Duke’s gift card, and a $200 gift card from Music Matters in Milton. In accepting the award, Reilly said, “I made some life changing connections as a result of the competition and will be forever grateful for this experience.”

Caroline Reilly Wins Grand Prize at First Annual Amateur Talent Contest

Twenty-five artists ages 17 years old and under competed. Each of the participants played four songs, with the final eight competing in the runoff.

Judges of the contest were Dan Hannon, producer, artist, songwriter and Dove Award nominee for Pop Contemporary Album of the Year; Matt Iudice, owner of an entertainment and management marketing firm in Atlanta; Bram Bessoff, producer and stage performance trainer; and Hanna Henry, a performance coach with a focus on piano, guitar, and songwriting. Entries are being accepted for the next competition of amateurs 17 years old and under. Those interested can call 770-674-7671.

ARC Recognizes Alpharetta for Commitment to Sustainability The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) recently recertified Alpharetta as a Green Community at the Gold Level. ARC’s Green Communities certification program helps local governments implement measures to reduce environmental impact. The program recognizes commitment to environmental stewardship and leadership in sustainability practices. In metro Atlanta, 20 local governments were certified under this program. “These communities are making significant strides in reducing their environmental footprint,” said ARC Chairman Kerry Armstrong. “They are creating a greener region through cleaner water, less energy use, reduced waste, and restored natural resources. Their efforts serve as a model for communities across metro Atlanta that are looking to become more sustainable.” Measures that earned Alpharetta its certification include the following: •Managing community gardens where residents grow their own food, demonstrating a commitment to fresh, sustainable food options •Equipping the Fulton County Government Center with a cool roof to keep the building cool while reducing air conditioning costs •Spearheading a comprehensive water education program via Public Works More information about the Green Communities program, including the measures each community implemented, is available at AtlantaRegional.com/greencommunities.

Renovation of the East Roswell Park Entrance In order to provide a better experience for visitors, neighbors, and volunteers, the City of Roswell is updating the East Roswell Park entrance off Fouts Road. Renovations include: •Replacing the landmark sign and landscaping the front entrance, making it more visible and recognizable from the road •Increasing trail connectivity and minimizing vehicle/pedestrian crossings by completing the loop trail

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around the perimeter of the park •Creating an outdoor gathering area in front of the Art Center for classes, events, and activities •Creating ADA parking for the Art Center at East Roswell Park

Phase one of this project, which includes tree removal and parking lot construction, is underway and will be completed by May.

The City will remove several trees to allow for an easily accessible, ADA-compliant parking lot at the Art Center at East Roswell Park. Most of the trees will be replaced with a variety of hardwood, flowering, and evergreen species.

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Dr. Siddharth Patel

TCAR Procedure Treats Carotid Disease in High-Risk Patients

Northside Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute has been named a Center of Excellence for a minimally invasive stenting procedure that effectively treats carotid artery disease. This technology is available at its Atlanta, Cherokee, and Forsyth locations. The procedure, called Trans Carotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR), treats blockages in the carotid (neck) artery to reduce the risk of stroke, particularly in patients older than 75 years, and in patients at high risk for conventional open surgery. In 2016, Dr. Siddharth Patel, a general and vascular surgeon at Northside Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute, was the first physician to perform TCAR at Northside. He ranks in the top 10 for all physicians doing TCAR, with over 60 cases thus far.

North Fulton Community Charities Offers Free Tax Preparation Assistance North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is teaming up with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and United Way to bring the Volunteer Income Tax (VITA) program to north Fulton. The program provides free tax preparation and filing assistance for individuals whose income was less than $55,000 in 2018. Taxes are prepared in person by IRS-trained and certified volunteers. NFCC is currently booking appointments for this free service, which runs through April 13. The service is open to anyone in north Fulton who meets the income requirements. NFCC is the only VITA program location in north Fulton. “We are so happy to bring the VITA program to north Fulton again this year,” said Eden Purdy, director of programs at NFCC. “This community outreach effort helps working individuals and families simplify the tax-filing process.” To schedule an appointment, or for more information, visit NFCCHelp.org/get-help/vitatax-preparation.

Community Theatre Comes to Milton The new Milton Arts Council is excited about its community theatre project, which includes three productions this year. “After working on this concept for over two years, we are pleased to bring this art form to the City of Milton,” said Bill Purdie, president of the Milton Arts Council. “We plan to offer family-oriented entertainment to our community, focusing on attracting and featuring local talent.” Milton Community Theatre will premiere its first production, Rumors, a classic Neil Simon comedy, on April 12 at Northwestern Middle School. “We have received substantial interest from Milton citizens in creating performance art opportunities, and we are now seeking volunteers to staff the positions for our theatre’s productions,” said Megan Jamison, vice president of the Milton Arts Council. Those interested in participating in Milton Community Theatre can register at MiltonArtsCouncil.org. Experienced volunteers needed include producers, directors, actors, stage managers, lighting and sound technicians, house managers, and advertising/ promotion specialists. For more information, email MiltonArtsCouncil@gmail.com.

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Community Milton Ranked Best City to Live in Georgia Recently, MSN.com selected the “Best City to Live in Every State,” and Milton was chosen as Georgia’s winner.

Roswell High School Drama Receives Several Awards

Why did MSN.com select Milton? u Milton is one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia. Home to nearly 37,000 people, Milton’s population more than doubled since 2009 and is projected to reach 43,000 by 2030. u Many Milton residents commute to high paying jobs in Atlanta. The typical household in Milton earns $109,784 a year, more than double the median income of $51,037 across the state. u Milton’s poverty rate of 5.5 percent is less than a third of the 17.8 percent statewide poverty rate. u Milton is a safe city, with just 23 violent crimes for every 100,000 residents in 2017, a fraction of the 383 per 100,000 national rate.

Roswell Fine Arts Drama Troupe was invited to perform at the recent 2019 Georgia Thespian Conference in Columbus, GA, after winning Region Four, 7A One-Act Play and coming in fourth place in the state through the Georgia High School Association. At ThesCon, they presented their Region Championship one-act play, Jungal Book. Selected school productions from across the state are invited to perform at the Georgia Thespian Conference. Students attend drama workshops, performances, and technical events, and audition for scholarships with college theater representatives. The conference draws about 5,000 participants annually. Drama Teacher Rebecca Stern directed Jungal Book, the fall production for Roswell High School Theatre. Stern was also named the Georgia Coaches Association Region 4 7A Coach of The Year for One-Act Play. Stern teaches introduction to theatre, acting, advanced drama, technical theatre, musical theatre, and film in the fine arts department.

Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra 2018/2019 Youth Concerto Competition Winners to Perform The Alpharetta Symphony Orchestra (AlphaSO) is proud to present the Solos of Spring concert, featuring Ava Crook, Aria Posner, Rachel McClellan, and Rebekah Willard, finalists from the Youth Concerto Competition. All four soloists are Georgia

middle or high school students. Music selections will include works from Dvorak, Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Sibelius. “Musical passion emanates from these young artists’ performances,” said Dr.

Eric Hawk, director. “The AlphaSO eagerly awaits to present this year’s virtuosic winners. The repertoire is lush, yet intimate, dark, but serenely beautiful — a true romantic’s dream. We are very happy to be able to continue this unique musical tradition for a second time in our community.” The event will be held at 7:00pm on March 9 at the Crabapple First Baptist Church, 12760 Birmingham Highway. For more information, visit AlpharettaSymphony.com.

Ava Crook

Aria Posner

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Rachel McClellan

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Community Receiving the Torch — Meet Visit Roswell CVB’s New Leader Visit Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (CVB) new leader is Andy Williams, a recognized star in the industry and former director of sales for Destination South Meetings + Events, a DMC Network Company based in Atlanta. Williams is a certified meeting professional through the Events Industry Council and a travel marketing professional through the Southeast Tourism Society. A graduate of Young Harris College with an Associate of Science degree and Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in tourism and commercial recreation, Williams began his tourism career as a project coordinator with

the Madison-Morgan Convention and Visitors Bureau in Madison, GA, in 2007. In 2011, he became a sales manager for the Dunwoody Convention and Visitors Bureau, where he later became director of sales. “Andy has the technical skillset, creativity, and energy to move us forward in our effort to bring more visitors to Roswell,” said Ken Davis, chair of the Visit Roswell CVB search committee. “Coupled with his career experience in destination marketing, we are excited to have him lead our team.”

Historic Heartland Travel Association Member of the Year in 2010, Meeting Professionals International - Georgia Chapter’s Rising Star of the Year in 2013, and Special Events Magazine’s “25 Young Event Pros to Watch” in 2018. “Roswell is a destination made up of a growing number of amazing assets in terms of tourism — a community with a great story to tell,” Williams said. “I look forward to building upon the foundations that have been established by Dotty. With new hotels scheduled for construction in Roswell and the mix of existing venues, I believe there is an excellent opportunity to grow the economic impact of Visit Roswell.”

ROSWELL Dotty Etris, retired founding executive director of the Visit Roswell Roswell CVB, welcomes Andy Williams as the Bureau’s new executive director.

Williams has received several awards in his career including Rookie Rotarian of the Year (2008-2009),

Williams and his wife, Ryan, have two children. They currently live in Cumming, with plans to move to the Roswell area next year.

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Book Review BY GABRIEL MORLEY

The true irony of the opioid epidemic is that it is crippling America. Drugs like oxycontin, which were originally intended to help relieve pain and suffering from chronic illness, have seeped their way into mainstream America to be abused by drug addicts. About 130 people died each day from an opioid overdose in 2018. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates the economic burden of opioid misuse at $78 million annually. In Dopesick, journalist Beth Macy chronicles the 20-year struggle America has had with opioid addiction. She highlights the beginnings of the epidemic in Central Appalachia to cities and suburbs throughout the country, sparing no one who had a part in the scourge. She calls out drug manufacturers who shirk blame, doctors who overprescribe in the name of customer service, and government officials who capitulated to lobbyists and refused to regulate prescription opioids. The drugs create a powerful euphoria — so powerful that abusers will do anything, including selling the family farm, to avoid its aftereffects. This feeling has been dubbed “dopesick.” By focusing on the stories of real people affected by the crisis, Macy’s narrative is propelled forward in a kind of shocking alarm. A high school football player takes one pill and overdoses. A third-generation farmer gets hooked on oxycontin and loses not only his farm, his family, and his money, but also his dignity. This touching account of the devastating effects of opioid addiction helps frame the discussion around addiction and how we can work together to prevent it in the future.

Gabriel Morley is the executive director for the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System. One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta. 404-730-1700. AFPLS.org

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The First Term of the th

SenatorSpeaks

155 General Assembly By Senator John Albers

he first term of the 155th General Assembly is well underway, and we hit the ground running. With a new governor, lieutenant governor, and secretary of state, we are starting the 2019 Legislative Session with a fresh slate. So far, I have already introduced two new pieces of legislation, Senate Bill 15 and Senate Resolution 12. Both pieces of legislation address an issue of utmost importance to all Georgians: school safety. Both were drafted from recommendations gathered by the Senate School Safety Study Committee that I chaired during the 2018 interim. I was reappointed chairman of the Senate Public Safety Committee and am proud to begin work this session. SB 15, the “Keeping Georgia’s Schools Safe Act,” will address the offenses of minors in possession of a firearm, focus on data sharing through the Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center, and create a statewide requirement for schools to employ threat assessment measures. These measures include conducting drills and providing coaching for students and teachers as well as training teachers or staff about the appropriate action to take when a threat is believed to be present. This will increase preparedness in schools while making it easier for teachers to identify when and where they should report certain threats. SR 12 would allocate funds from an ESPLOST for school safety measures such as security and mental health counselors. This is a fiscally responsible way to use funds that we already have for much needed security and prevention measures in schools. I am also honored to serve as a senator under our new governor: Brian P. Kemp.

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Recently, Governor Kemp held the annual State of the State Address where he discussed his top priorities as Georgia’s new leader. It’s always refreshing to hear that some of the most vital priorities are consistent among leaders and legislators in our state. In addition to school safety and the proposed $69 million in funding for school security and mental health counselors statewide, Governor Kemp discussed several issues related to public safety. Of his top priorities, cracking down on gang violence and drug trafficking are two necessary, and timely, measures. With Georgia’s economic stability and growth, more and more people and events have been drawn to the state. Events bring many positive things to the list of reasons to live, work, and raise a family in Georgia, but they often bring safety concerns as well. I look forward to addressing these issues to ensure that as our state grows, it remains safe. Governor Kemp also discussed broadband access and the expansion of health care in rural Georgia. It is important to ensure that while urban parts of the state grow and thrive, rural areas are not being ignored. This issue is incredibly important to me and so many Georgians, and I am pleased to hear that Governor Kemp’s beliefs align with my own. Now that much of our mandatory business has been taken care of, we can really start the legislative process. We know full well how great Georgia is, but there is always room for growth. We will face some challenges this session, but I’m confident with strong leadership and the goals we have set, good work will be accomplished for the betterment of all Georgians. L

Senator John Albers represents the 56th Senate District, which includes portions of north Fulton County. 404-463-8055. SenatorAlbers.com, John.Albers@Senate.Ga.gov

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Roswell cherishes its rich and diverse history. We are unique in that the City owns and operates three historic museum homes and recently purchased a fourth historic home, all which date back to the founding of our city. Roswell is a forerunner of historic preservation in Georgia. The story of Roswell is rich and fascinating. It’s about the indigenous people who originally occupied this land. It’s about families moving here from the coast to establish a city on the banks of the Chattahoochee. And it’s about the slaves who built the beautiful Greek Revival homes that we tour as museums today. However, sometimes left out in the official telling of our story are two communities living together, black and white, moving Roswell forward to where it is now. The stories of the historic plantations and their owners have been well preserved — the way in which Roswell King relocated here to start his business and convinced others to join him. But the story of the Groveway Community and its people, those who built and maintained the historic homes we see in Roswell today, has not really been told. Groveway is a vibrant historic community within Roswell, and we need to work with this community to preserve its rich history, so its story can be taught to current citizens and future generations. I have begun working with Pastor Sabin Strickland of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in telling that story. We have identified a little house on Oxbo Road that was set to be demolished. This 1,000-square-foot building happens to be the first cafe where African-Americans could eat in Roswell. It was called Doc’s Cafe, and you could stop by to grab a “split” and a Coke and maybe even dance near the jukebox.

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It has been a joy to watch the community rally to save this part of our common history. I am thrilled to expand Roswell’s story in this way, and I look forward to this project being a real communitywide endeavor. Once the restoration of 20 Oxbo Road is complete, I envision Doc’s Cafe being a wonderful addition to the tour of historic homes in Roswell. I also think Doc’s could serve as an ideal space to hold community events. I hope you will join me in preserving this part of our history. Please email my office at LHenry@roswellgov.com if you would like to help with this historic preservation. L

Lori Henry is the mayor of the city of Roswell. 770-594-6288. RoswellMayorAndCouncil@roswellgov.com

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“Mind-blowing!” This is what Code V Performance patients often say when they discover they have deactivated muscles that do not function. They are even more amazed with how much better they feel and perform after their muscles are reactivated. Dr. Veronica Jucknies, Chiropractor and Physical Therapist, is one of only three doctors on the East Coast who specializes in muscle reactivation. After over 15 years of helping people heal, she has focused her practice on the most common root cause of people’s pain and dysfunction: muscle inhibition. What is muscle inhibition? It is your body’s way of protecting a muscle when it has sustained an injury. The nervous system simply stops sending signals to the injured muscle to prevent further damage. Think

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of it like the circuit breaker box in your home. When a circuit is overloaded, the breaker trips and deactivates the circuit to prevent damage to your appliances. Thus, a crisis is averted. With your body, however, the trouble has just begun.

While the muscle remains inhibited and weak, your body is forced to compensate by using other muscles around the joint. This pulls the joint off-center, causing pain and often tendonitis. Since you are requiring your body to perform the same tasks using fewer muscles, you are destined to be injured again. Very much like the circuit breaker, the neurological connection to your muscle does not turn back on without help. Code V Performance uses a noninvasive sports

medicine technique called AMIT (Advanced Muscle Integration Technique) to reactivate your muscle, thereby restoring strength and proper joint function. The results are instant, lasting, and will quickly get you back to your active lifestyle. For more information, visit CodeVPerformance.com, and read Dr. Jucknies’ article in next month’s North Fulton Family Life. 678-687-8023 Support@CodeVPerformance.com 12600 Deerfield Parkway, #100 Alpharetta, GA 30004

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Roswell Inc.’s

State of the City Event Recap

Recently, more than 300 business, civic, and elected leaders from Roswell and around the region attended a State of the City event to hear an update on economic development in Roswell, take a look back at 2018, and preview what’s to come in 2019. Roswell Mayor Lori Henry also gave a State of the City address regarding city business.

Key highlights from the event included an overview of Roswell’s success in economic and business development from 2018, which included: • 58 business attraction and recruitment projects, 22 retention projects, and 9 retention projects supported – of those, 33 projects closed in 2018 • 54 ribbon cuttings, 83 ombudsman engagements (helping businesses navigate City Hall), and 131 business development meetings • A total of 1,754 new jobs created through recruitment, retention, and expansion efforts

• Recruitment of Element by Westin business- class hotel on Westside Parkway • Expansion of Boutique Hotel and mixed-use development in the historic district • Brixmor Property Group regional headquarters recruitment — 50 jobs • GPS Trackit national headquarters recruitment — 40 jobs • Staff Zone national headquarters retention and expansion — 35 jobs • McKesson Corporation’s “Atlanta Hub” recruitment — 500 jobs • Total of $654,000+ in new annual revenue to the City of Roswell • Total of $614,000+ in new one-time revenue to the City of Roswell

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Do I Pay Tax on My Inheritance? By Chris Miller, Esq.

[StrategicLife] Benjamin Franklin and Daniel DeFoe taught us to rely on two certainties: death and taxes. However, dying does not necessarily lead to taxes. In fact, the federal estate tax exemption in 2019 is $11.4 million per person, which means that assets flowing through more than 99 percent of the estates this year will not be subject to estate taxes. A handful of states impose their own estate and inheritance taxes, but Georgia is not among them. Generally, assets received as an inheritance do not show up on a person’s income tax return. Usually, it is only the dividends and interest earned on inherited property that count as income.

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The biggest exception to this rule applies to traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and 401(k)s. Because the income flowing into these retirement plans is not taxed at the time it is earned, distributions from those plans are treated as taxable income to the beneficiaries. Just as income tax is due if a retiree pulls money out of a traditional IRA, income tax is also paid by a beneficiary in the year that a beneficiary withdraws funds from that IRA.

subject to the “five-year rule” and must be distributed within five to six years. The estate then pays the income tax on each of those distributions in the year that they are made.

The income tax burden on traditional IRAs (as opposed to Roth IRAs) means that the slowest distribution schedule is also the most tax efficient. Individual beneficiaries can use their remaining life expectancies to calculate the minimum IRA distributions and defer most of the income tax liability into future years.

It is a good strategy to review your beneficiary designations with a competent adviser and think about how your legacy could be more tax efficient for your beneficiaries.

Leaving an estate as beneficiary or having no beneficiary at all is sometimes the worst plan because the entire IRA is

Trusts can also be named as beneficiaries, but those rules get complicated fast. Some trusts are subject to the five-year rule, and other trusts qualify to let the life expectancy of the oldest beneficiary stretch out the IRA distributions.

Chris Miller is an attorney at the Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller, P.C., 11800 Amber Park Drive, Suite 130, Alpharetta. 678-746-2900. NorthFultonWills.com

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COVER STORY By Cyndi Braun

Fitness Guru

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aul Hiteshew is on a philanthropic mission that will take him 7,000 miles from his north Fulton home to famine-stricken South Sudan. A nutrition coach, bodybuilder, and developer of a high-quality, all-natural supplement line, Raul is committed to helping children who are living in unimaginable hardship, who are starving, vulnerable, and likely to die if they do not receive the nutrition they desperately need. His quest to help children came to him one day while he was fasting in preparation for a bodybuilding competition. After he made one too many snippy comments, his wife Ashlyn asked why

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he was so grumpy. He blamed his behavior on the fact that he was starving. She said, “That’s your choice; you chose to starve yourself.” Her comment resonated within him. He started thinking about starving children who, unlike him, have no choice. An Entrepreneur With a Heart When Raul researched childhood hunger, he found the statistics shocking. More than 1 million children die every year due to starvation. More than 17 million children are afflicted with severe acute malnutrition, which means the body begins to consume its own tissues in search of nutrients needed to survive. Many philanthropic organizations help starving children, but people with severe malnutrition need two to four weeks for their bodies to adjust to eating solid foods.

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Raul decided to formulate a supplement that would provide a nutritious meal replacement for starving children who are unable to digest solid foods. Through his company, HiveFit, he created the unique formula that aids in rebuilding children’s digestive systems, so they can quickly adapt to solid nutrition. “Some of these kids have gone without food for months, so their digestive system is not working properly, and they are unable to digest the food. Often, solid food is completely rejected,” said Raul. “The drink I engineered provides quick nutrition, so that in a matter of one to six days, they are able to eat solid foods.” Once Raul developed his new formula, he and his wife decided to donate 25 percent of proceeds from the HiveFit nutritional line to the HiveFit Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization that funds their humanitarian efforts. The foundation partners with other organizations to distribute the unique supplement to children who need it most. Later this year, Raul plans to travel to South Sudan to personally deliver the meal replacement supplement to starving children in that country. All-Natural Products for Everyone HiveFit offers a complete line of nutritional supplements designed to benefit everyone, from fitness fanatics

The HiveFit Line Includes • 100 Percent Protein Isolate in Vanilla Bean, Molten Chocolate, and Peanut Butter • BCAA Formula in Very Berry Burst and Pina Colada • Pre-Training Formula in Green Apple Kick and Pomecai Blast

and weekend warriors, to moms and kids. The grass-fed, non-GMO HiveFit line includes whey protein powders that taste delicious while enhancing health, fitness, and well-being. “We have the healthiest, most effective product line,” said Raul. “Our supplements are good for everybody. Most of our customers are 35-plus or athletes. Athletes love our products because of the quality, grade, and purity. Moms use them for themselves and their kids. When moms make smoothies for their kids, they want something healthy, and our products offer that.” The entire HiveFit line meets (or exceeds) industry standards for being the cleanest, most natural, and highest quality available. In fact, the Southern Muscle Guide magazine recognized the brand as “the purest and best-tasting supplements on the market.” The company offers complete transparency and full disclosure labels, so consumers can see exactly what is in all HiveFit products, which are available to purchase online (with free shipping), as well as select locations throughout Atlanta.

About HiveFit Through HiveFit, Raul and Ashlyn Hiteshew offer nutrition coaching and supplements that contain the highestquality ingredients and avoid unhealthy additives. The name “HiveFit” comes from the words “beehive” and “fitness.” Bees are strong by themselves, but they are more powerful as a team. Fit comes from fitness, which is the channel to make the world a better place. The company is committed to teamwork and creating products that will have a positive impact on people throughout the world. To order from the HiveFit line or donate to the organization’s charitable work, visit HiveFit.com.

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[InGoodFaith] There is a memory I cherish of a triple play I made in a baseball game when I was a kid. Here’s how I like to remember the play: I was our shortstop in the championship game. Bases were loaded with no outs in the final inning when the batter hit a pop fly to me. I made an incredible catch and dove to tag out the runner going to third base. Then, miraculously, from the ground, I threw

D iscerning TRUTH By Kevin Head, Ph.D.

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the ball to third base before the runner who was on his way to home plate could return. A triple play! I was the hero! It’s a great memory, but in reality, the play may have happened differently. I may have been playing shortstop in a regular season game. It was the second inning, and bases were loaded when the batter hit a pop fly to me. Instead of catching the ball, I dropped it. In my embarrassment, I picked up the ball when a baserunner ran into me. He was out. The runner going to second thought I caught the ball, so he ran back to first. He and the batter both stood on first base (a rules violation), so he was out. In the confusion, the third base runner tried to run back to third, so I threw the ball to the third baseman. It was a bad throw, but he made a great catch. Our team made a triple play. It’s been so many years now that I don’t know which story is more accurate — probably the latter. But this memory does

remind me of an important point. We are all human, and our world is very confusing. We sometimes struggle to know what truth is and what we should believe amongst all the voices clamoring for our attention. What is truth? The first week of March begins the season of Lent. We are given 40 days to prepare ourselves for Easter Sunday. Here’s the great news we remember during Lent: Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” The Lenten season reminds us that Jesus is truth, and as God’s truth, he wants us to know how much God loves us. During these weeks leading to Easter Sunday, thank God for the truth we can know and experience in Jesus.

Dr. Kevin Head is senior pastor of First Baptist Roswell. 770-587-6980. Kevin@fbroswell.org

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Spring Cleaning and Decluttering Tips

Living in a clean and uncluttered environment has many advantages. Not only is it good for your physical wellbeing, but also your mental state. How often have we been overwhelmed with anxiety before finally making the time to do a little cleaning and organizing? We instantly feel less weight on our shoulders when we remove some of the clutter around us.

By Tracey Satterfield

Many people confuse decluttering and organizing with cleaning. However, decluttering and cleaning are two very different things. The first step to “spring cleaning” is decluttering. Here are a few basic organizing tips that really impact the look of a home: •Place all dirty clothes in a basket or container. It’s best if each family member has a separate container in their bedroom or bathroom, so when they undress, they can drop their clothes in immediately. •Make a rule that all family members need to bring their cups, plates, and utensils to the kitchen every night before going to bed. •Place a trash can in the kitchen, laundry room, all bedrooms, and bathrooms. •Make it a daily habit to pick up all shoes, jackets, toys, and school/ work items from shared living areas each night before going to bed. •Keep mail contained to one area. Go through it weekly and throw away all junk mail. Keep bills that need to be paid in a file. •Make your bed. Bedrooms look much more organized when you complete this simple task.

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“The first step to spring cleaning is decluttering.”

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Our health can be negatively affected by not keeping our home clean. Often, individuals can become physically ill from dirt, mold, dust, and other unsanitary items such as toilet seats, countertops, and bedding. Allergies, colds, rashes, and even flu-like symptoms can occur. Making housecleaning a priority can be tough in our busy lives because it requires time, energy, and effort from the whole family. Another option is to hire a cleaning service to help with scheduled, consistent cleaning of your home. If you want to tackle this important task on your own, here are some basic suggestions that make a big difference: •Wash your bedding. It is important to wash/ change your sheets weekly, especially if you have animals who like to snuggle. Animals leave behind dander, fur, and other allergens that you inhale each night while sleeping. •Vacuum floors often. Even if you don’t have time to clean the whole house, you’ll be amazed by how vacuuming the carpet will improve the look of a room. Vacuuming also helps to remove animal hair, dirt, and dust. If your vacuum has a bag or filter, be sure to change/clean it often. This will also help to keep dust mites out of your home. •Wipe down kitchen and bathroom counters daily. Just think how many hands are touching these areas as well as containers, grocery bags, cans, food, school bags, pocketbooks, and mail. The germ sources are numerous. •Clean toilets weekly, especially the seat, which is in direct contact with the body. •Dust your home at least twice a month. Everything in your home can collect dust. Ceiling fans, blinds, picture frames, artificial plants, bedspreads, pillows, rugs, furniture, shelves, and even unused toys are a few of the items that can collect dust. Some people experience an improvement in their allergies simply by keeping dust under control. •Sanitize doorknobs, light switches, cabinet handles, toilet handles, and even car door handles. We are constantly touching these items with our hands. This is often how illness is spread from family member to family member.

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If a family can make decluttering a priority, half the battle is won. The other half is spending a little time cleaning regularly. If everyone in the family pitches in, great progress can be made in two hours or less.

“Bedrooms look much more organized when the bed is made.”

Try to devote one hour to picking up and decluttering. Then, spend the next hour dividing responsibilities to make the cleaning possible. Mom can take the bathrooms, Dad can take the kitchen, and the children can vacuum and dust. The next thing you know, anxiety is lower, and mood is improved. Guess what, kids? Keep your ears perked because you may hear the words, “Let’s reward ourselves by grabbing a bite to eat and seeing a movie!”

Tracey Satterfield is the owner of Live Clean, Inc., 120 Rachel Drive, Canton. 770-345-8035. LiveCleanInc.com

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Three Steps to Debt Reduction By Jamie Mackrell

If you’re like most people, you’re carrying some debt. Many reports suggest that eight out of 10 Americans are in debt to some degree. Of course, some debt, like that from your mortgage, is a necessity. But debt can be a problem if it gets out of hand or is tied to high interest rates. Here are some steps you can take to reduce your interest rate, thereby reducing your debt:

1. Consolidate your debt. One of the biggest barriers to debt reduction is high interest rates. Some people are paying 20 percent or more on credit card debt, making it difficult for them to reduce the balance. To make an impact, it’s imperative to reduce that rate to a reasonable amount, which you can do through debt consolidation. If your debt is related to credit cards, you can take advantage of a credit card balance transfer offer. These offers allow you to transfer your debt from other credit cards to one credit card at a low rate for a predetermined amount of time. For instance, you could transfer balances from two cards with 21 percent interest rates to a card offering 3.99 percent for a period of one year. This dramatically reduces the amount of interest in your payments, allowing you to pay down the balance instead of simply paying the interest due. Check your local credit unions for special balance transfer offers. Another option is a personal loan. This loan offered by credit unions can be used for everything from debt consolidation to home repairs. Typically, the interest rate is far lower than most credit cards (often in the 8 percent APR range). While this is higher than what you’d pay with a balance transfer offer, you won’t be limited to a specified amount of time. Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton

2. Pay as much as you can afford. If you’ve only been making the minimum payment on your loans, it could take years to pay off. Once you’ve consolidated your debt and reduced your interest rates, you can start focusing on the principal. Look at how much you can afford to pay, then create a pay down strategy and increase your monthly payments. Once you’ve set a realistic goal and determined your monthly payments, stick to your plan.

3. Don’t incur more debt. When you’ve gotten your debt under control, you might be tempted to reward yourself with a new phone or another expensive purchase. Rather than incurring more debt, think about how gratifying it will be to purchase that new phone with actual money that you’ve saved. Look for savings and checking accounts that pay good interest, making it easier to save money.

You can take control of your finances. Start with a trip to your local trusted financial institution to consolidate your debt at a reduced rate (and be wary of TV ads promising quick debt reduction). Then, create a plan and make a commitment to stick to it. In no time, you’ll be on your way to better financial health. L

Jamie Mackrell is the Roswell Financial Center manager at LGE Community Credit Union. 1010 Mansell Road, Roswell. 770-424-0060. JamieM@LGEccu.org, LGEccu.org

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Teaching Children to Not Be

“Green With Envy” By Christy Knoll [HomeLife] It’s common to compare ourselves with others and feel inadequate. Children especially are affected by their peers and can often be jealous if they feel they are inferior in some way. What does it mean to be “green with envy?” This colorful phrase was quoted by Mark Twain when writing about jealousy, and Shakespeare used it in at least three of his works. It means “to be full of desire for someone else’s possessions or advantages; extremely covetous,” (Dictionary.com). How can parents teach children to not be “green with envy,” but rather to appreciate, cultivate, and celebrate their own unique talents and abilities? Teach your child to value himself/herself. Most children are going to be jealous of a peer at some point. Maybe your child’s friend has the coolest clothes, always gets better test scores, or has more friends. Whatever the reason may be, it is crucial that parents teach children to value themselves. The more your child appreciates his/her own unique abilities and has confidence, the easier it is to overcome feelings of jealousy. Help lift your child up by pointing out strengths, and although they may be different from a peer’s, it is good to have differences.

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Show your child how much you love him/her. The more a child feels loved and appreciated, the more likely they are to have high self-confidence and be less affected by what others have that they don’t. Praise your child’s abilities. Be there for your child and listen to his/her concerns. Keep thoughts positive. If children start to get caught in the comparison trap, discourage negative talk about themselves. Let children know you are always there for them, and that you are their comfort zone. Create experiences that allow for family bonding, which can help take the focus off material things. Be a good role model. Parents need to set a good example. Love yourself, be yourself, and let yourself shine!

Christy Noll is founder of AlpharettaMoms.org, a resource that connects North Fulton families with community organizations, programs, and events.

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Speech-Sound Development in Children

[HealthyLife] Parents of small children may wonder, and sometimes worry, whether their children are “on schedule” for speech development. When should their child be producing certain speech sounds? Typically, from birth until as late as 18 months, a child will produce sounds known as “babbling.” As the child ages, the babbling will become more “speech-like,” sounding like connected speech, but real words are not being produced. Somewhere between 12-18 months, children will start producing more intelligible speech, and words will become clearer.

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By age 3, developing children can usually produce the following sounds accurately: p, m, h, w, and n. Once they have reached 4 years of age, a child should be producing the b, k, g, d, f, and y sounds. The t, ng, r, and l sounds are more difficult, but should be spoken clearly by age 6. Examples of words using these sounds are “finger,” “laying,” and “world.” Seven-year-old children should be producing the ch, sh, and j sounds, as in “church,” “brush,” and “judge,” and finally, by age 8, the remaining speech sounds, s, z, v, and th, as in “sorry,” “buzzing,” and “thieves,” should be produced clearly. Of course, these are general guidelines and can vary from child to child. While many factors play a part in determining whether intervention is deemed necessary, if a child is more than six months behind in their speech development, or if their speech

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is extremely difficult to understand, an evaluation by a certified speech-language pathologist may be warranted. Some things to watch for that could negatively impact speech development are tethered oral tissues (more commonly referred to as “tongue tied”) and tongue thrust. A tongue tie can limit a child’s ability to move his/her tongue up and side to side, thus preventing him/her from producing speech sounds correctly. A person with a tongue thrust will have their tongue sticking out between their front teeth during speech, swallowing, or even at rest. These cases almost always require intervention.

Tracey Lowe is a speech therapist at In Harmony Pediatric Therapy, 9880 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock. 770-687-2542. InHarmonyPediatricTherapy.com

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ArtistProfile BY BONNIE MEDFORD

ocal sculptor Betsy Khuri often draws inspiration from old pictures, found objects, her three children, and her two “bonus kids.” She says her children are her biggest accomplishment. Khuri’s current projects are inspired by the Renaissance. The pieces have the head of an animal and a human body — feminine bodies contrasting with masculine animal features. Khuri says that for most of her life, she thought that there was something wrong with her. Her thought patterns and visions were different from her peers. As a child, Khuri was taught that art was a hobby and not a career, so she earned an MBA and worked in the computer industry. She says, “Growing up in a family that alphabetizes their spices and always has their shoes tied wasn’t easy.” Now, she is grateful for her unique ideas, her gifts, and for simply being herself. She also seeks to encourage similar individuals. Khuri has always been creative. One of her favorite childhood memories is of creating art in elementary school. She made a linoleum print that she then carved into the shape of a sun entitled Sunshine. The artist says she can still remember the joy it gave her. Now, she feels that liberating joy every day.

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When her children were little, Khuri created works from clay on a potter’s wheel but was ultimately disappointed when there was little variation. After all, “Everything was round!” By changing shapes and adding sculptures, she realized that there was another path she needed to follow, leading her to where she is now. She took a few classes in figurative sculpture but is primarily a selftaught artist. Some of her first sculptures were created when she worked with Debra Fritts, who is now working in Abiquiu, NM.

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Best in Show, Roswell Art Center West (2015) Third Place, Canton Festival of the Arts (2018)

Khuri and her apprentices are also involved in the City of Woodstock’s “Free Art Friday.” On Fridays, they post a photo of a piece of art hidden in downtown Woodstock along with clues to its location. Whoever finds the location posts a photo of themselves and their free art using #FAFWoodstockGA on Instagram.

Since then, Khuri has been making sculptures and teaching for about 15 years. She started with children’s classes. She says, “I can easily relate to children because of my own short attention span, unfiltered spirit, and unwillingness to follow the rules. Teaching adults is more of a challenge. As we age, we let go of all those things that help make great art.” Her advice to other artists is to create your truth, keep working, be proud, and find your people. In addition to her business, Betsy Oh Art, Khuri’s accomplishments include: • •

Published piece, 500 Figurative Sculptures (2014) Best in Show, Canton Festival of the Arts (2015)

Bonnie Medford is a student in the MFA creative writing program at Reinhardt University, 7300 Reinhardt College Circle, Waleska. 770-720-5582. Reinhardt.edu/ Graduate/MFA-CW

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Fun Free Things to Do in Roswell

Canton Street/ Alive in no. Roswell

Canton Street is a historic uptown area that is designated as a Georgia “Great Street,” and it features a vibrant culinary scene, art galleries, and unique shops. Alive in Roswell, the best street party in metro Atlanta, is held the third Thursday of each month, April-October. For more information, visit RoswellGov.com.

Historic Homes Tour no.

The Roswell Visitors Center offers a self-guided tour brochure of Roswell’s historic district and a Civil War brochure highlighting events and sites. For those who revel in history, Roswell’s historic district offers 640 acres of vintage homes, historic sites, museums, monuments, churches, and cemeteries, with 122 acres of area listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For a map of the tour, go to VisitRoswellGa.com/whatto-do/history/self-guided-walking-tour.

Art Galleries/ Visual Arts

Roswell has a wealth of cultural experiences by well-established and up-and-coming artists. Visit the historic district, to find an no. array of galleries with opportunities to meet artists, and view artistic paintings, sculpture, fiber, pottery, photography, wood, glass, and clay creations. Art festivals, ArtWalks, and other special events, exhibits, and activities fill the calendar year-round. For more details, go to VisitRoswellGa.com/what-to-do/visual-arts.

Roswell Mills and Old no. Mill Park

Here, ruins of the Roswell Manufacturing Company mills are found. Constructed in the 1800s, these mills were a leading provider of goods to the Confederacy during the Civil War. Hike the Old Mill Park Interpretive Trail to see the Vickery Creek Waterfall and the beautiful covered pedestrian bridge. Some say this is the most beautiful area of Roswell. Visit FriendsOfTheRoswellParks.com/uncategorized/old-mill-park for more information.

Chattahoochee River Fun no.

Roswell is located on the northern banks of the Chattahoochee River. Azalea Park, Riverside Park, and Don White Park provide picnic areas, playgrounds, boat ramps, bicycling paths and multipurpose trails, fishing, an outdoor fitness station, and more. Maps and information are available at the Roswell Visitors Center.

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“The moon is a reminder that no matter what phase you’re in, you’re still whole.” -Unknown “People think that intimacy is about physical sexuality, but intimacy is about truth. When you realize you can tell someone your truth, when you can show yourself to them, when you stand in front of them bare and their response is, ‘You’re safe with me,’ that’s intimacy.” -Taylor Jenkins Reid

“Perhaps the mission of an artist is to interpret beauty to people — the beauty within themselves.” -Langston Hughes

“Before children talk, they sing. Before they write, they draw. As soon as they stand, they dance. Art is fundamental to human expression.” -Phylicia Rashad

“When alone, don’t focus on the emptiness. Focus on the beautiful melody of silence.” -Charbel Rizkallah Oueiss

“If you feel like you’re losing everything, remember that trees lose their leaves every year, and they still stand tall and wait for better days to come.” -Kamo Modisakeng

“Never get upset with people or situations. Both are powerless without your reaction.” -Unknown

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Quotables

“Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work.” -Stephen King

“We spend money that we do not have, on things we do not need, to impress people who do not care.” -Will Smith

“Justice is about making sure that being polite is not the same thing as being quiet. In fact, oftentimes, the most righteous thing you can do is shake the table.” -Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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By Shannon Barnes, L.P.C.

he very idea that people communicate through body language can be extremely intriguing. Experts believe that approximately 80 percent of communication is interpreted by the listener from nonverbal cues. Why do people want to interpret body language? It is most likely because they are needing reassurance. We are looking for tangible proof that verbal information is either believable or not believable. Other reasons pertain to human development. People have evolved over the centuries using body language to communicate when verbal communication was not available or effective. Body language is a popular topic among pop psychology. However, the study of body language is not an exact science. While body language is universal, meaning everyone in the world communicates through body language, it is also customized to culture and environment. For example, most everyone in the United States knows that a person walking along the side of the road with a thumb up indicates that person needs a ride. Everyone in the United States knows that a hand in the air waving is communicating hello or goodbye. However, this may not be the case in other countries. It is believed that facial expressions that communicate emotions are universal regardless of culture. But emotions are provoked differently in individual areas of the world. Therefore, interpreting emotions through body language may not be universal. If you want to pay attention to body language when communicating with others, here are a few facts to consider:

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In everyday life, body language is primarily used to enhance verbal communication. Hand gestures when telling a story, facial expressions to convey feelings, or gestures that indicate thought and emotion can enhance what is being said. This is normal for all humans, and it is reflexive. It is how the brain orders the body to move in space based on the information it is processing at that moment. Boisterous body language, which is more intentional, is typically used to draw attention or to emphasize a point. When people are placing blame on others, they will point to the accused. When people try to interpret body language as a stand-alone communication, the likelihood of misunderstanding is increased. For example, people sitting with their legs crossed are assumed to be avoidant; however, social etiquette teaches females that sitting with crossed legs is proper manners.

Environments vary; therefore, the interpretation of body language can vary between environments. Body language has universal themes. An example is holding hands up, which symbolizes a surrender. This is shown when criminals hold their hands up when being arrested, and people raise their hands in worship. But this is not a guarantee that the person has a

surrendering mindset, and it should not be assumed this is a truth for all environments. At concerts and dance clubs, people hold their hands up to dance. Athletes often raise their hands after a victory.

Be aware that people are interpreting body language based on how their brain processes information. The brain can only pull from information that it has. For this reason, people interpret body language based on their own experiences. People most likely will interpret body language through a biased perspective. For example, the person who experienced a boss who always exhibited a fake smile may assume all bosses are fake when they smile.

To interpret body language with the most success, people should understand that body language is almost always an indicator of mindset and thoughts. Although it may be misinterpreted by the viewer, people cannot make their bodies do the opposite of what the brain is telling it to do. So, if a person is defensive, they will exhibit a firm stance. If a person is deciding to voice thoughts or keep them silent to be polite, hesitation may be observed. People will fake a smile if they are being polite, but they will smile with eyes open wide if they are truly happy to see you.

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When people are sad, their eyes will droop, and they will look down. When people are cautious, they will examine their environment with their eyes. When people are amused, they will exhibit a relaxed smile. When people are nervous or trying to control other intense emotions, they will fidget. When people are attempting to fake their body language, they can only fake for a short time period.

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Overall, effective communication will include body language as well as verbal statements, tone of voice, and context, all of which are at the mercy of the listenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to understand the information being communicated using personal perceptions and past experiences.

Dr. Shannon Barnes is a licensed professional counselor at Tranquility Counseling Services, 8744 Main Street, Suite 303, Woodstock. 770-278-9459. TranquilityCounselingServ.com

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On Saturday, February 9,

over 500 hundred guests gathered at the Hotel at Avalon to “Party with Heart” at the 19th Annual Heart & Soul Auction benefiting The Lionheart School and WORKS program. Thanks to the generosity of family and friends, the evening was a rousing success. Generous supporters helped raise $275,000! The auction’s success will allow the Lionheart School to continue to serve individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental challenges, so they can reach their greatest potential and highest level of independence. For more information about The Lionheart School and WORKS programs, please visit TheLionheartSchool.com.

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RPS is one of the largest photography clubs in metro Atlanta. Members meet at 6:30pm on the first Tuesday of each month at the Roswell Adult Recreation Center (830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell). Meetings are free and open to all. For more information, visit RoswellPhotoSociety.com, or call 404-933-5473.

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New Pre- and Post-Cruise Extensions for Popular River Itineraries By Michael Consoli

[Lifestyle] Viking recently announced the addition of new itineraries and a variety of new pre- and post-cruise extensions to its river cruise offerings for 2019. Debuting this month, the new 10-day Holland and Belgium itinerary will sail between Amsterdam and Antwerp, allowing guests to explore the inland waterways of the Low Countries and visit new ports of call for Viking – Rotterdam, Maastricht, and Nijmegen. Cruise extension options include the following locations: Istanbul (extension for Kiev to the Black Sea itinerary) Prior to or following the river sailing, guests can extend their experience in Istanbul for three nights. Where East meets West, guests will visit important religious sites such as the “Blue Mosque” and legendary Hagia Sophia. Brussels (extension for Holland and Belgium itinerary) Guests can explore Belgium’s vibrant capital during this two-night extension. Discover the lively cafe scene, multicultural roots, and hidden architectural gems. Bruges (extension on the new Holland and Belgium itinerary) Guests can extend their journey with a three-night experience in one of Europe’s most well-preserved medieval cities and enjoy exploring the surrounding area, including the architectural treasures of Ghent and the World War I battlefields of Flanders. Churchill’s Britain (extension on various river itineraries) This five-night extension explores the remarkable life and times of Sir Winston Churchill. Guests will have the opportunity to trace Churchill’s life, from his birthplace – the English baroque Blenheim Palace – and his family home at Chartwell, to his final resting place at St. Martin’s Church in the village of Bladon. Over the course of the extension, guests will also have access to the

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Churchill War Rooms, the prime minister’s secret underground headquarters, as well as Bletchley Park, the Victorian estate in Buckinghamshire, where Alan Turing and a team of mathematicians and scientists worked tirelessly to break German codes during World War II. From the Bulge to Remagen (extension for Paris and D-Day 75th Anniversary itinerary) As a four-night extension option, guests will continue to follow in the footsteps of Allied troops who marched across France toward Germany during World Wars I and II. Guests will visit MeuseArgonne and Luxembourg American Cemeteries, the Bastogne War Museum in Belgium, the streets of the ancient city of Mainz, and more. World War Battlefields (extension for Paris and D-Day 75th Anniversary itinerary) This four-night cruise extension explores the battlefields of northern France and the Low Countries. Along the way, guests will visit Dunkirk, walk through the trenches of Flanders Fields, and pay their respects to British and Canadian servicemen at the Menin Gate. Burgundy’s Vineyards (extension for Lyon and Provence itinerary) During this three-night extension in France, guests can experience the grandeur of Dijon and the world-renowned wine country of Burgundy, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests will enjoy the French lifestyle while visiting the Ducal Palace, the local market designed by Eiffel, and the beautiful Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. L

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Community Partner

Music. Animals. Community. Rock for Rescues showcases Atlantabased homegrown, original music to benefit local animal welfare charities. Events are offered throughout the year, with a season-ending festival held on April 27 in Milton.

Discovering Local Music A program of the Vox Artium Foundation, Rock for Rescues curates an annual list of the best Georgia-based bands that write and perform their own original music. Many music venues in the metro area prefer to book cover bands that play wellknown music made popular by alreadyfamous artists, even though Atlanta has a vibrant original music scene made up of talented musicians and composers. Rock for Rescues creates unique events that feature local musical talent while simultaneously creating awareness and fundraising for animal welfare organizations in our community.

Saving Local Animals Each year, the Rock for Rescues team researches, interviews, and evaluates the financial documentation and demonstrated overall impact of dozens of local animal welfare programs based on peer and industry recommendations. The resulting list is a carefully considered group that represents the broadest range of unique beneficiaries. Every Rock for Rescues event includes opportunities for the nonprofit lineup organizations to participate. Their human (and sometimes furry or feathered) representatives attend to educate people about their mission and promote awareness of their programs. Every event is a fundraiser, with 100 percent of net proceeds from all events donated in equal shares to those organizations. The 2019 Rock for Rescues animal welfare beneficiaries are: AWARE Wildlife Center, Canine CellMates, Furkids,

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Building Community If you like music or animals, this is the program for you. Now in its second year, the interest and support from individuals, municipal and community groups, and businesses large and small have created an interconnected community of likeminded people across the metro area.

tent for exclusive mingling with Rock for Rescues musicians, local celebrities, and dignitaries. The VIP tent will also provide covered seating, a private bar area, and other perks to be announced.

Join the Community! Rock for Rescues is made possible by corporate sponsors and partners as well as individual donors like you. For details about attending an upcoming event, sponsoring an event, or making a donation, visit RockForRescues.org.

For the biggest, most inclusive Rock for Rescues experience, don’t miss the season finale capstone event: the Milton Rock for Rescues Festival. This free, family-friendly street festival will be held Saturday, April 27, from 1:00-10:00pm on Crabapple Road in Milton. This year’s festival will feature live musical performances throughout the day from Walden, the Last Chance Riders, Pony League, the Chip McGuire Band, a slow boat to china, Sister Moon, and Music Matters Rock U teen bands. In addition to live music, the event includes food and beverage trucks, local vendors, games and crafts for children of all ages, and animal representatives ready to meet and greet your whole crew. New at this year’s festival will be reserved tables available near the stage and a VIP

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