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Alpharetta vs Roswell
Recent basketball game — Alpharetta vs Roswell High School.
Summer Camp Guide
Writers Ronald Bradley, Michael Buckner, Rob Burts, Michael Consoli, Edward J. Furey, Brett Gluck, Dan Jape, Charles E. Martin, Michelle Martin, LaCretia Munroe, Vishant Nath, Julie Swantek, Suzanne Taylor, Susan Traxler
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ALPHARETTA Community — Home
by Cherryl Greenman, editor@myalpharettamonthly.com
Daniel Shaffer and the staff of Snap Technology, Inc. will be hosting the first annual open house to commemorate 10 years of exceptional IT service to the Atlanta area at their new location, 103 Pilgrim Village Drive, Suite 100, Cumming. Snap Technology is a trusted advisor and leading provider of IT Support and Management, founded in 2001 to provide onsite IT Support to businesses and schools in the Atlanta market. “This year’s event will ring in a decade of excellence. It is sure to be an evening to remember with an exciting and exceptional mix of vendors, customers and friends in the community,” states Daniel Shaffer. The celebration, to be held on June 15, will be a beach-themed bash and will include delicious food, beverages, the music of a steel drum band, and thrilling entertainment, as well as amazing prizes! The 8th Annual Alpharetta Arts Streetfest will be held on Saturday, April 14 and Sunday, April 15 at 2 South Main Street and Milton Avenue. The weekend event will feature more than 100 juried artists from throughout the U.S., plus a free children’s art in action area; upcycling by creating art from junk, live performing artists on the main stage; interactive ceramic arts; and more. A special time for the younger citizens of Alpharetta is the 14th Annual Touch-A-Truck held in the parking lot behind the City Pool on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. Touch-A-Truck activities will include moonwalks, face painting, animal balloons, and of course the dozens of unique vehicles available for children to see and explore. Concessions and Touch-A-Truck t-shirts in infant and youth sizes will be sold. Parking and admission are free. Parking will be available at the Alpharetta Community Center (175 Roswell Street), Wills Park Recreation Center and Wills Park Equestrian Center (Wills Road). It is not too early to get your running shoes cleaned and ready for the annual 16th Alpharetta Mayor’s Challenge 5K and 10K to be held Saturday, May 12. The race is a Peachtree qualifier for the serious runner as well as a Fun Run/Walk for the whole family. A runner’s pancake breakfast will be offered at the race finish from 7:30 — 9:30 a.m. register on line at www.active.com or call (678) 795-0115. Reconnect with nature at the 2012 Earth Day Festival presented by Milton Grows Green and the City of Milton. The festival will be held at Birmingham Park, 750 Hickory Flat Road from 11 a.m. — 3 p.m. Activities will include hands-on crafts, horse drawn carriage rides, opportunities to explore marked trails in the 200-acre park, pony rides, a petting zoo, monkey bridge and local businesses who will be offering free food and environmental products and services. The rich historic culture of Roswell will be showcased during the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Annual Meeting & Spring Ramble and the Georgia Statewide Preservation Conference held April 19 — 22. For four days, Trust members, guests, preservation professionals and others interested in saving and preserving Georgia’s historic places will tour more than 30 historic sites and private homes in the area, attend preservation seminars, and recognize top projects throughout the state with awards of excellence for preservation. For more information on the Trust’s Annual Meeting & Spring Ramble and the Georgia Statewide Preservation Conference or to register, visit www.GeorgiaTrust.org or call (404) 885-7812. Alpharetta resident Kimberly Brock will have a book signing and reading for her new book “The River Witch,” at Peerless Bookstore on May 26. www.kimberlybrockbooks.com 4
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Things to do in Alpharetta
April 1 GA STATE BENEFIT HORSE SHOW
April 13 — 14 SPRING NATIVE PLANT SALE
April 19, 24 Gastric Band Presentation
Time: Location: Information: public
Time: 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Information: Propagated from CNC’s own gardens, a wide selection of vegetables, herbs, trees, shrubs, nectar plants, ground-cover plants and more.
Time: 7 — 8 p.m. Location: Georgia Hypnotherapy Associates 6478 Putnam Ford Drive Cost: Free, registration required Information: Learn about the Virtual Gastric Band for weight loss as seen on Dr. Oz. Register
8 a.m. Wills Park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Road Hunter Jumper show, open to the
April 5, 15, 19 BLOOD DRIVE Time/Location: April 5 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. Hines Company 12600 Deerfield Pkwy, Suite 130 April 15 8:30 a.m. — 1:30 p.m. St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 535 Rucker Road April 19 12 — 5 p.m. Benton House Assisted Living 5050 Kimball Bridge Road
April 7 ELITE SHOW JUMPING Time: Location:
8 a.m. Wills Park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Park
by email to georgiahypnotherapy@live.com.
April 14 10th ANNUAL EARTH DAY KIDS FEST Time: 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $8 adults, $5 children Information: Fun eco-event where children learn how to become great stewards of the planet we call home.
April 19 — 28 MILTON HS DRAMA “CIRQUE” Times: Location: Information: performed by Department.
April 19, 20, 26, 27: 7 p.m. April 21, 28: 2 & 7 p.m. Milton High School 13025 Birmingham Hwy The show is developed and members of the Milton Drama
ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET Time: 8 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Location: Two South Main Street Information: Each Saturday beginning April 14 — Mid-October. Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and plants.
April 20 ATLANTA OBEDIENCE CLUB Time: Location: Information:
8 a.m. Wills park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Road Dog show open to the public
April 9 TEE IT UP 4 KIDS
April 14 — 15 8th ANNUAL ALPHARETTA ARTS STREETFEST
Time: 10:30 a.m. registration 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start Location: Alpharetta Athletic Club Cost: $125 per person Information: 3rd annual golf fundraiser, all proceeds go to fund Ambassadors 4 Kids (A4K) anti-bullying classes.
Time: 10 a.m. Location: Milton Ave. at 2 South Main Street Information: Enjoy the weekend strolling through an outdoor art gallery filled with diverse artistic mediums from new and well-known artists. www.alpharetta.ga.us
April 12 NEW ADULT SEL CLASSES
April 19 ALPHARETTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
April 20 — 21 GEORGIA MASTER GARDENERS CONFERENCE
Time: See website http://sel-web.org Location: Roswell United Methodist Church 814 Mimosa Blvd. Information: Adults age 50 and above can enroll in an 8-week schedule of interesting and varied course offerings.
Time: 7 p.m. Location: Mansell House & Gardens 1835 Old Milton Pkwy Information: Program will be presented by Roswell/Alpharetta native, presently residing in Ellijay, Linda Mansell-Martin. “The History and memories of the Sun Valley Park.”
Location: The Bluffs 1130 Bluffs Pkwy, Canton. Information: The Cherokee County Master Gardeners will host the Georgia Master Gardeners Association State Conference. For list of speakers and events visit www.georgiamgaconference.com.
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RELAY FOR LIFE OF ALPHARETTA Time: 6 p.m. Location: Milton Center Stadium 86 School Drive Information: This is your opportunity to not only honor cancer survivors and remember people we have lost, but also to raise funds and awareness to help save lives.
April 21 3rd ANNUAL CHEETAH CUP MATH TOURNAMENT Time: Check In Begins: 9 a.m. Opening Remarks and Instructions: 9:30 a.m. Competition Begins: 9:45 a.m. Location: Creek View Elementary School 3995 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta Information: Geared for students in 4th, 5th and 6th grade students. It encourages students at all ability levels to stretch their thinking, and test their math skills against students from other schools.
3rd ANNUAL ALPHARETTA — UGA WALK 4 PAWS Time: 9 a.m. Location: Wills Park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Road Cost: Pre-registration $25 On-site registration $30 Information: 3rd Annual Alpharetta UGA Walk4Paws Dog Walk & Jog (course is about 2 miles and is a mild-paced, paved walk and jog).
Kids Helping Kids Carnival Time: 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. Location: Johns Creek UMC Preschool 11180 Medlock Bridge Road Information: 7th Annual Kids Helping Kids Carnival. (770) 418-1730
Contest Corner
STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART Time: 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. Location: Johns Creek Baptist Church 6910 McGinnis Ferry Road Information: Free seminar and free day care for small children. Sessions include Internet Security, Internet Technology, Resume Writing and Networking, Drug and Alcohol Abuse by No Longer Bound, Nutrition, Gardening and more!
TOAD HOUSE WORKSHOP Time: 11 a.m. — 12 noon Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Cost: $15 General public $10 CNC member Location: Make a toad house to take home for the toads around your home. Ages 6 — adult. Advance registration required, adult helper required for participants 12 and under.
TOWN HALL MEETING Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Johns Creek New Town Community Club 3115 Old Alabama Road Information: Senator John Albers, and Representatives Lynn Riles and Mike Dudgeon
April 22 EARTH DAY Time: 1 — 4 p.m. Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Information: Come play in the dirt at CNC and put into action what was learned at Earth Days Kids Fest.
Find the hidden picture
April 24 FARM DAY AT CNC Time: 12 — 4 p.m. Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Information: Visit with Farmer Sue and her adorable animals from the ArtBarn.
April 28 14TH ANNUAL TOUCH-A-TRUCK Time: 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. Location: Wills Park (behind City Pool) 1825 Old Milton Pkwy Cost: Free Information: Moonwalks, face painting, animal balloons, and of course the dozens of unique vehicles available for children to see and explore.
Annual Garden Faire Time: 9 a.m. — 3 p.m. Location: Bulloch Hall 180 Bulloch Ave, Roswell Information: Annual plant sale. Proceeds from sales will benefit six community projects.
April 29 — May 20 16th Annual Showcase Home Tour Information: Roswell Women’s Club will host its annual Showcase Home Tour of retired Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Mark Wohler’s “Home Plate” residence. www.roswellwomensclub.org
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COMMUNITY State Senator Albers Visits Top Schools
Senator John Albers (R- Roswell) recently visited with six local high schools, recognizing them on being named to “Atlanta Magazine’s” top schools list for 2012. “These schools are superseding the barriers of education and have all the necessary ingredients to make the perfect recipe for a great school,” said Senator Albers. “I am proud of the motivated students, great teachers, administration, and involved parents and community for their dedication to prepare Georgia’s students for the future.” North Springs High School, Centennial High School, Chattahoochee High School, Northview High School, Johns Creek High School and Milton High School were each honored with a Senate Resolution in acknowledgement of their continued tradition of academic excellence.
Senator Albers and students from Milton High School
Community Service Award Presentation
The Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently awarded Kathy Swahn, of The Drake House in Roswell, its Community Service Left to right: Kathy Swahn, Community Service Award. Kathleen “Kathy” Kirk Swahn Chairman Karen Braddy, is the force behind the tremendous Regent of the Martha success of The Drake House, Stewart Bullock chapter a homeless shelter for single Marybeth Kidd. mothers in North Fulton County. The Drake House is a non-profit agency offering crisis housing and empowerment programs to homeless single mothers and minor children. Janet Hellman, who nominated Kathy, says “Kathy is a role model for women in philanthropy today – she inspires the people around her to go beyond the routine and she brings results that always exceed expectations.” Kathy has big plans for The Drake House; in May 2011 Kathy was named Executive Director and in October 2011 she oversaw the opening of The Drake Closet, which is a resale boutique where the community can donate shoes, clothes, jewelry and accessories. The revenue supports the programs of The Drake House and allows 8
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the homeless single mothers to shop there to prepare for job interviews, and eventually, prepare for leaving The Drake House to go back out on their own. Kathy says, “I’ve volunteered all my life. I’ve been blessed by a strong example in my mother to give back. By demonstrating community service, commitment and hard work I wanted to be a positive example to my daughters and instill a desire in them both to do community work.”
Post 201 Annual Oratorical Contest Winner
Northview High School Junior Raghav Kaul is the 2012 winner of American Legion Post 201’s Annual Oratorical contest. Raghav, the son of Sendeep and Mahla Kaul of Johns Creek, delivered the winning oration in February at the Legion’s Alpharetta facility located on Wills Road. His speech was an overview of the many rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. As winner of a cash prize, gold medal and plaque, Raghav qualifies to move to the next step in the competition, the district level. Finishing in second place was Hessam Mostajabi of Alpharetta, a sophomore at Mt. Pisgah and third place winner was Jarad Moro of Johns Creek, a senior at Chattahoochee. Left to right: Raghav Kaul and American Legion Post 201 Oratorical Chairman, and Senior Vice Commander Bob Votta.
Local SAR Chapter Installs New Officers
The award winning Piedmont Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recently installed new officers. The Piedmont Chapter serves the communities of the northern suburbs of Atlanta, including Cobb, Forsyth, Cherokee and North Fulton Counties. Activities include a variety of programs to promote the patriotic, educational and historical interests resulting from the American Revolution. The Piedmont Chapter meets monthly on the third Saturday at 8 a.m. at the Holiday Inn, 909 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. Men and boys who are interested in documenting their relationship to their American Revolutionary ancestors and in joining an active group with similar interest, are encouraged to contact the Chapter Registrar, Tom Chrisman at (404) 310-3338 or email tomchrisman@aol.com. Left to right: Paul Prescott, President of Woodstock and Installing Officer more on page Bob Sapp. 10
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Alpharetta ES Recognizes Teacher and Professional of the Year
Alpharetta Elementary School proudly recognizes Pamela Haight as their 2012 Teacher of the Year. Pam Haight’s dedication to teaching and her commitment to enhancing the lives of children extend far beyond the boundaries of the school day. She is involved in many extracurricular activities, both school-based and outside, that show her commitment to impacting the lives of students. Sandy Sherman was nominated by her peers as the 2012 School Professional of the Year at Alpharetta Elementary. Sandy has been a stabilizing force at Alpharetta for the past twenty-two years, filling the roles as a Grade Level Paraprofessional and Front-Office Secretary. She finds homes for forgotten lunches, collects PTA monies, answers the many questions the community has, and tours perspective families. Left to right: Alpharetta ES Principal Adam Maroney, Pam Haight, Sandy Sherman, and Assistant Principal Andy Allison.
Finalist for Georgia Teacher of the Year
Shelby Steinhauer (pictured), Fulton County’s 2012 Teacher of the Year, is one of 10 finalists for Georgia Teacher of the Year, the state Department of Education recently announced. A French teacher at Milton High School, Shelby has taught in Georgia, New York, Washington D.C., Nepal and India, and has lived in Europe, Asia and North America. She has worked with the Peace Corps and traveled the world. Her experiences, as well as her philosophy of teaching and learning, were detailed in an essay application submitted for the Georgia Teacher of the Year program. “We’re delighted that others recognize Mrs. Steinhauer’s passion for teaching and her impact on students,” said Superintendent Robert Avossa. Ten finalists, including Shelby were chosen from a pool of 150 applicants who were selected as the Teacher of the Year in their school districts. If chosen, she will travel around the state and the nation, serving as an ambassador for the teaching profession. She also would be entered in the National Teacher of the Year competition.
Leadership North Fulton Class of 2012
The 2012 Leadership North Fulton year is currently underway. The six-month program sponsored by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce identifies and develops leaders within our community by promoting local awareness, instilling civic responsibility, and building relationship within the group and with the community through service projects. The 2012 class is comprised of individuals from various backgrounds and provides an environment that develops and fosters their leadership skills. Over the next six-months, each class member, along with a group of fellow class mates, will be conceptualizing, creating, and implementing a community-based project. These projects are an integral part of the overall experience that not only assist in developing the teams’ leadership skills but also benefits the North Fulton community. 10 My Alpharetta | april 2012
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SCHOOL Milton Certificate of Merit Finalists
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded the Certificate of Merit from the National Merit Scholarship Program of 2012: Srinidhi Chaganty, Samuel Hepburn, and Samuel Slappey. These students advanced from the 16,000 Semifinalists named in September 2011 to Finalist standing. (Photo and information from Milton News.)
Front row (left to right): Gracie Brian and Victoria Guagnelli. Back row: Elizabeth Felando, Ashtyn Greahouse, Jenna Hosmer, Jenna Baughman, and Sydney Marler, and Lucia Buzzini.
Acts of Kindness Week
Left to right: Milton Principal Cliff Jones, Samuel Hepburn, Srinidhi Chaganty, Samuel Slappey.
Life Skills Workshop
The students of Independence High School had the opportunity to attend the first of a monthly series of Life Skills workshops sponsored by Grace North Atlanta. The sessions are scheduled during the lunch period and are open to the entire student body. The initial event was entitled, “$$$ How to Make It Rain $$$ for the Rest of Your Life” and addressed money management skills. The guest speaker was Lee Allen Jenkins (pictured) of the Lee Jenkins Group. Mr. Jenkins is regarded as one of the country’s leading financial advisers, educators and strategists. His financial advice has been featured numerous times on local television stations and in area newspapers as well as in USA Today, Essence Magazine, Black Enterprise Magazine and on CNN.
Colonial Days at Alpharetta ES
Fourth grade students at Alpharetta Elementary participated in a Colonial History Day. Lead by the team from Captain Sadler’s History Camps, student participated in activities that included dancing George Washington’s favorite dance, bartering, creation of a one room school house and playing with old time games and toys. Students also enjoyed dressing up in clothes from the period of the American Revolution and had an opportunity to use a quill pen and ink well to copy the Constitution’s preamble.
Letters of Love
Summit Hill Elementary School students in Mrs. Hetherington’s first grade class worked on writing love letter on Valentine’s Day. 14 My Alpharetta | april 2012
Students at Ocee Elementary recently celebrated Random Acts of Kindness week. Each student was challenged to do one kind act for someone new and create a link for the Ocee Kindness chain. More than 800 links were collected for the chain reaction of kindness!
Storytelling Extravaganza
Birmingham Falls Elementary School 2nd grade classes recently hosted a storytelling extravaganza for parents and classmates. Each of the six classes reenacted a classic children’s story and recited a Shel Silverstein poem. The music and PE departments instructed the children in song and dance. Ms. Hoover’s 2nd grade class presented their rendition of “The Rainbow Fish.”
CCES Becomes an EverGreen School
Crabapple Crossing Elementary School (CCES) has been recognized as an EverGreen School by the environmental partnership between the City of Alpharetta, Keep Johns Creek Beautiful, the City of Milton/Milton Grows Green and the City of Roswell. Being an EverGreen school enables CCES to receive environmental educational resources to support it’s environmental projects. School’s wanting to become an EverGreen school must attend all EverGreen school meetings, develop a team to be involved in the school’s goals and document the progress of the school’s environmental goals throughout the school year, submitting a final report at the end of the year. In return, the school receives a newsletter offering ideas, tips and resources focusing more on page on environmental issues and assistance from the 16
S C H O O L
Private & Charter Schools Alpharetta International Academy
King’s Ridge Christian School
(770) 475-0558, www.aiamontessori.com
(770) 754-5738, www.kingsridgecs.org
Amana Academy
Mill Springs Academy
www.amanaacademy.org
(770) 360-1336, www.millsprings.org
The Atlanta Academy
Mount Pisgah Christian School
(678) 461-6102, www.atlantaacademy.com
(770) 336-3300, www.mountpisgahschool.org
Chrysalis Experiential Academy
Primrose School of Alpharetta
(770) 649-7077, www.chrysalisexp.org
Creme de la Creme-Alpharetta
(770) 777-2960, www.cremechildcare.com
Eaton Academy
(770) 664-7508 www.primroseschools.com/Alpharetta
Primrose School of Christopher Robin
(678) 339-0107 www.primroseschools.com/ChristopherRobin
(770) 645-2673, www.eatonacademy.org
Public Schools Fulton County School District: www.fultonschools.org | (404) 768-3600 Elementary Schools Alpharetta Elementary 192 Mayfield Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 740-7015 Principal: Adam Maroney
Birmingham Fall Elementary 14865 Birmingham Hwy. Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2820 Principal: Susan Matzkin
Cogburn Woods Elementary 13080 Cogburn Road Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2845 Principal: Bruce Fraser
Crabapple Crossings Elementary 12775 Birmingham Highway Milton, GA 30004 (770) 740-7055 Principal: George Freiberger
Creek View Elementary 3995 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 667-2932 Principal: Matt Rogers
Lake Windward Elementary 11770 E. Fox Court Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 740-7050 Principal: Martha Messina
Manning Oaks Elementary 405 Cumming Street Alpharetta, GA 30004 (770) 667-2912 Principal: Kirk Shrum
New Prospect Elementary
Webb Bridge Middle
3055 Kimball Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022-4417 (770) 667-2800 Principal: Charlia Faulkner
4455 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 667-2940 Principal: Susan Opferman
Summit Hill Elementary
High Schools
13855 Providence Road Milton, GA 30004 (770) 2830 Principal: Nancy Murphy
Alpharetta High
3595 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 521-7640 Principal: Shannon Kersey
Middle Schools Fulton Science Academy Middle
Centennial High
1675 Hembree Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 753-4141 Principal: Kenan Sener
9310 Scott Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 650-4230 Principal: Steven Miletto
Haynes Bridge Middle
Fulton Science Academy High
10665 Haynes Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022 (770) 740-7030 Principal: Lauren Seidman
4100 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475-3223 Principal: Namik Sercan
Holcomb Bridge Middle
Independence High
2700 Holcomb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022 (770) 594-5280 Principal: Joy Schroerlucke
86 School Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 521-7611 Principal: Tabatha Taylor
Hopewell Middle
Milton High
13060 Cogburn Road Milton, GA 30004 (678) 297-3240 Principal: Lenora Patterson
13025 Birmingham Highway Alpharetta, GA 30004 (770) 740-7000 Principal: Cliff Jones
Northwestern Middle 12805 Birmingham Highway Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2870 Principal: Jasmine Kullar
2011 — 2012 Calendar at a Glance
Local Colleges & Universities North Fulton Center of Reinhardt University
DeVry University
April 2 — 6 May 18
Spring Break Last Day of School
(770) 619-3600 www.devry.edu
Georgia Perimeter College (404) 413-7878 www.gpc.edu
Cafeteria account information: www.mealpayplus.com Parent Connect: www.fultonschools.org/parent_connect.htm
Lanier Technical College (770) 781-6800 www.laniertech.edu
(770) 720-9191 www.reinhardt.edu
University of Phoenix North Alpharetta Learning Center (678) 731-0555 www.phoenix.edu
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partnership on achieving the school’s individual goals. CCES has a team consisting of several teachers and the principal to track it’s three goals: establishing organic gardens; participating in the Keep America Beautiful - Recycle Bowl; and revitalizing and repairing the habitat. Congratulations Crabapple Crossing Elementary School. Left to right: CCES EverGreen Team: George Freiberger, Paul Hulsing, Kathy Devine and Neda Varner.
Academic Bowl Champions
The Creek View Academic Bowl team is enjoying another successful year! Placing 1st in Georgia in the Winter Knowledge Master Open and 7th in the Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl Southeast Regional, helped to kick off a great second semester. In March the team defended its 2011 Cherry Blossom Challenge championship in Macon, and in April the team will host the 3rd annual Cheetah Cup Math Tournament. Fifth grade sponsors are Helaine Becker and Kathy Shields.
Super Saturday at Lake Windward
The staff of Lake Windward Elementary do their part every year to entertain the students at the PTA sponsored Super Saturday Event. This year Principal Marcy Messina performed as Selena Gomez,
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accompanied by a star studded group including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and Taylor Swift. This year’s Super Saturday event, held in February, was a day filled with pony rides, games, food, basket raffle, and silent auction. The PTA holds this annual event to raise money for school and student related needs. This year’s funds raised will go to continue technology up-grades with in the school and landscape beautification.
PE Buddy Program at Alpharetta ES
While most children shy away from children with special needs, the students at Alpharetta Elementary go to extraordinary lengths to be their “buddies.” All throughout the school day at Alpharetta Elementary, students buddy-up with their peers with special needs in lunch; in their classrooms; out at recess; and in physical education. In the gym, students volunteer to work with their special friends and earn a “PE Buddy of the Month” t-shirt. It is a heartwarming experience to see everyone work together and one that is positive for both groups. Front row (left to right): Emma Grace Hounsehll and Jacob Smith. Middle row: Roman Atlow, Devon Dahunsi, and Kyle McLaughlin. Back row: Alpharetta ES Principal Adam Maroney, Ma’Kylar Morris, Samantha Fedel, and Adapted Physicial Education teacher Maureen Wales.
Chinese New Year at Alpharetta ES
Tami Gordon’s class at Alpharetta Elementary celebrated the Chinese New Year with the help of Kelsi Bollinger (pictured) and her mom, Peg. The class enjoyed a parade with the dragon, masks, and small handheld Chinese drums. After the parade, the class ate Chinese dumplings and almond cookies and made some great crafts including lanterns.
Spelling Bee Winners
Creek View Elementary School recently held its Creek View Spelling Bee. Fifth grader Andrew Mulia was named the winner; he is in Crissy Wade’s class. Ishani Ammavajjala, also a fifth grader, was named runnerup, Ishani is in Rickey Jordan’s class. Left to right: Andrew Mulia, Creek View Principal Matt Rogers, and Ishani Ammavajjala.
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SPORTS Milton State Swim Champions
Congratulations to state champion swimmers Katie Grover (100 Free) and Sam Lewis (100 Back) who finished 1st in their respective events at the State Swim Competition on February 11th. (Photo and information – Milton News)
Left to right: Sam Lewis, Katie Grover, Principal Jones
Sneed Signs with Louisburg College
King’s Ridge Christian School high school senior Jeff Sneed, recently signed a national letter of intent to attend Louisburg College, located outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. Jeff is KRCS’s first baseball player to sign with a college baseball program. He began his career at King’s Ridge during his 7th grade year and this will be his sixth season playing for the Tigers. In addition to playing for the school, Jeff has participated on several highly competitive travel teams including the Georgia Hurricanes and the 6-4-3 Athletics. Jeff is poised to play shortstop or second baseman for the Hurricanes in the fall of 2012. According to Athletic Director, Rob Weltz, “Jeff exemplifies what it means to be a student athlete at KRCS. He has certainly left his footprint on the baseball program and the school.”
Front row (left to right): Lori Sneed, Jeffrey Sneed and Billy Sneed. Back row: Associate Headmaster Lowrie McCown, Varsity Head Coach Jason Couch, Athletic Director Rob Weltz, High School Principal Bob Montague, and Headmaster David Rhodes. 18 My Alpharetta | april 2012
The Alpharetta Raiders take on the roswell hornets Photos courtesy of C&W Photography and Charles Melvin Photography
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sports bar Taco Mac — Windward
Services attorney Belle Isle Law Group, LLC
Restaurants All Around Restaurant Milton’s Cuisine and Cocktails Asian Restaurant Chin Chin Chinese Restaurant bakery Alpine Bakery and Trattoria Barbecue Restaurant Smoke Jack BBQ breakfast Restaurant J. Christopher’s — Windward coffee Shop Starbucks Alpharetta Crossing
car wash Cactus Car Wash — Alpharetta Carpet/Upholstery Cleaner Carpet Dry-Tech Caterer Talk of the Town Chiropractor Willis Chiropractic Center Cleaning Service/Maid The Maids Day Care/Preschool AppleTree~ABC Preschool Day Spa/Massage Spa Sydell — Alpharetta
dessert Place Alpine Bakery and Trattoria
Dentist DeMercy Dental
fast food Restaurant Chick-fil-a — Windward
Pediatric Dentist Roswell Pediatric Dentistry
fine dining Restaurant Milton’s Cuisine and Cocktails
Electrician Meer Electric
italian/pizzeria Carmine’s Restaurant & Pizzeria — Old Milton kid-friendly Restaurant Chick-fil-a — Windward mexican Restaurant Frontera Mex-Mex Grill Crabapple seafood Restaurant Atlantic Seafood Company 20 My Alpharetta | april 2012
auto repair Merlin 200,000 Miles Shop Alpharetta
Eye Doctor Thomas Eye Group Financial Institution/Bank/ Credit Union Georgia’s Own Credit Union Hair Salon Tryst Hair Salon and Boutique Handyman/Repair/Remodel DREYER & ASSOCIATES BUILDERS, INC.
Heating & Air Reliable Heating and Air
Realtor Nancy Quinn, Keller Williams
Insurance Agent (Agent Name) Jey Willis
Roofer Dr. Roof
Landscape Design/ Installation Scottsdale Farms Landscape Co. & Nursery
Travel Agent Michael Consoli Cruise Planners
Lawn Care/Maintenance Turf Masters Andy Kadrich, Owner Medical Family Practice/ Internal Medicine Alpharetta Internal Medicine Nail Salon Crystal Nails OB/GYN Roswell Obstetrics & Gynecology Orthodontist Jacqueline M. Malone, DMD, MS
Tutoring Huntington Learning Center Alpharetta Veterinarian Alpharetta Animal Hospital
Small
business Retailers Boutique Parsons Gifts and Collectibles
Hardware/ Home Improvement Lowe’s Jeweler Iroff & Sons Jewelers Liquor Store Red’s Package Store music Store Music Matters Pet Supply Store PetSmart #0289 Specialty Foods Whole Foods Harry’s Farmers Market Tire Shop Campbell Tire Company
Recreation &
Entertainment
Children’s Clothing Alex n Sis A Kid’s Encore Shoppe
Dance Studio FootNotes Dance & Acrobatics
Pest Control Arrow Exterminator North Point
Cigar Store The Cigar Merchant
Fitness/Health Club Life Time Fitness
Pet Care/Boarding Alpharetta Animal Hospital
Drug Store/Pharmacy CVS — North Main
Golf Course The Golf Club of Georgia
Pet Groomer That Dirty Dog
Audio/Home Theater Audio Intersection
Pediatrician The World of Pediatrics
Photographer Emphasis Photography Physical Therapy Body Pros Physical Therapy Plastic Surgeon The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery Plumber Pete’s Plumbing Pool/Spa Sales/Service Aquatic Concepts Private School Rivers Academy
Florist Flowers From Us Frame Shop Thompson’s Frame and Gallery Furniture/Home Décor Ivy Interiors Garden Center/Nursery Pike Nursery Gift Shop Twigs & Lace Grocery Store Publix — Alpharetta Commons
Gymnastics Center Alpharetta Community Center Martial Arts Team Dojo Birthday Party Venue Monkey Joe’s
Residential
Development Apartment Community The Preserve at Deerfield Subdivision Windward
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Under the
DOME
by Representative Charles E. “Chuck” Martin
Crossover Day Crossover Day is the 30th Day of the Georgia Legislative Session. It is the day by which a bill must pass either the State House or the State Senate and “crossover” to the other chamber in order to achieve final passage. This year Crossover Day was Wednesday, March 7, and a number of measures passed to move forward. Following are a few of the measures that passed: FY 2013 Budget Act, HB 742 — The Fiscal Year 2013 budget proposed to us by Governor Deal anticipates an increase of slightly over 5% in total revenue ($928 million). This is an affirmation that Georgia is recovering, albeit slowly. Education remains Georgia’s highest priority, receiving more than 54% of the state’s appropriated revenues. Meanwhile Georgia continues to do more with less by eliminating 540 state employee positions. Georgia Government Accountability Act, HB 456 — The Georgia Government Accountability Act will establish a review process for agency efficiency by creating the Legislative Sunset Advisory Committee. The “Sunset Committee” will review of all state agencies and executive branch subsidiaries that receive funds through a state Appropriations Act. State Charter Schools, HR 1162 and HB 782 — The State Charter School Resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of Georgia to permit the creation of state charter schools and clarify the authority of the state to establish statewide education policy. The law will also protect a local school district’s revenues when a state charter school is created. Indigent Defense Funding Act, HB 648 & HR 977 — The Indigent Defense Funding Act is the statutory framework necessary to dedicate funding for the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council. The Council is charged with the power and authority to provide legal services for individuals accused of crimes and delinquent acts and are not able to afford their own legal defense. The responsibility to provide these services is expressly guaranteed in the 6th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. 22 My Alpharetta | april 2012
Child Protection and Public Safety Act, HB 641 — The Child Protection and Public Safety Act is a comprehensive revision of the juvenile court provisions of Georgia’s Code. These provisions govern the state’s response to children and their families in case of abuse, neglect, violations of the law by children, and other circumstances requiring court intervention. Georgia Tax Tribunals Act, HB 100 — A primary recommendation from the 2010 Joint Tax Reform Council, the Georgia Tax Tribunal Act will provide a low-cost mechanism for Georgia’s citizens to resolve disputes involving taxes that are currently administered under the Department of Revenue. This ensures citizens will be able to come before an expert to handle challenges to state tax assessments and denials of state tax refund claims. Drug Testing for TANF Act, HB 861 — As a condition of eligibility to receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, this act will ensure that individuals who seek aide are not hiding an addiction to illegal drugs. In order to guarantee that children are not victimized by an ineligible parent, a protective payee would be designated for any child that needs assistance. The legislative intent of HB 861 is to make sure tax dollars are not enabling the use of illegal drugs but are assisting Georgia’s families as intended. Directed Fee Act, HB 811 — The Directed Fee Act ensures that fees dedicated to specific funds are used for their specified purpose. In addition, the Act provides a mechanism which will reduce fees that accrue more money than is utilized in the state budget by the collecting agency. Note: I support HB 811 but want to go further; I also want to see an accounting for monies previously collected but not budgeted according to the original legislative intent. Equalization Reformulation Act, HB 842 — The Equalization Reformulation Act alters the equalization grant formula, the method the state uses to ensure the poorest counties can provide a quality basic education. The current formula is no longer working because it fails to route the bulk of the money to the lowest wealth districts. The new formula establishes the statewide average property tax wealth per Full Time Equivalence and seeks to meet that average.
Representative Chuck Martin, District 47 417 State Capitol Building Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: (404) 656-5064 Fax: (404) 463-2249 Email: chuck.martin@house.ga.gov Website: www.martinforgeorgia.com Twitter: Martin4GA
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COVER
The Cottage School Helping Students By Michelle Martin
From the first step onto campus, it’s obvious The Cottage School is no ordinary school. The private school, founded in 1985 by Joe and Jacque Digieso for grades 6 — 12, is set on 23 beautifully wooded acres in a river corridor in Roswell. Classes are held in quaint cottage-style buildings similar to the one-room single office building that housed the tutorial and after-school program from which the school was launched. The Cottage School’s non-institutional setting and layout are designed to bring calmness and focus to the 130 students currently enrolled there — who struggle with learning difficulties, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), social and emotional anxieties. “Anxiety is one of the biggest deterrents to success, including academic success,” says Executive Director Jacque Digieso. “We wanted to create a learning environment that communicates calmness, openness and natural beauty in a non-institutional, healthy environment.” Adds Joe, “The different classroom buildings give students the sense of being on a college campus, walking to classes, and renewing their minds in the fresh air outside.” In fact, Jacque says research shows that activity and brain function are directly related, so “walking it out” between classes actually helps students to focus better. Students enrolled at The Cottage School may not have been able to reach their full academic potential at their previous schools, Jacque says, but she and her husband believe they can become successful students with more individual 24 My Alpharetta | april 2012
To Live Life Fully
attention and teaching methods geared toward their unique learning styles. They developed The Cottage School on an unconventional yet proven educational program modeled after the business world. “Our students learn and problem-solve differently,” Joe says, noting that classrooms average a 1:7 teacher-student ratio. Currently, the school has 49 employees, including 36 full-time teachers and three counselors; Joe is principal of the middle school. “The business model helps them connect the dots between the decisions they make and the outcome of those decisions. Essentially, school is their job.” For example, students punch a time clock in and out every day and earn a “token” salary based upon attendance and punctuality; communication; being prepared for class; completing in-class assignments and homework; and following the business casual dress code. The salary they earn during each “contract” period — one week for middle school students and two weeks for high school students — is deposited into a “savings” account set up for extracurricular, off-campus activities. “The difference between our business model approach and our teaching and most behavior modification systems is that we recognize students’ strengths, while teaching compensatory strategies to deal with their areas of difficulty.” Joe says. “Success breeds success; students, just like employees in the workplace, respond better to criticism when it’s constructive rather than simply negative and when they’re also being recognized for their positive work in other areas.” Photos courtesy of Devon Morgan, www.photosynthesisatlanta.com
Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Georgia Accreditation Commission, The Cottage School offers a comprehensive college-prep curriculum based on the State of Georgia’s high school graduation standards and HOPE Scholarship requirements. The curriculum also includes vocational classes that offer hands-on learning in such fields as carpentry, culinary arts and horticulture that are designed to help students discover their individual talents and passions as they plan for life after The Cottage School. In fact, all seniors must present an approved post-secondary plan in order to graduate. “The traditional fouryear college isn’t for everyone,” Jacque says. “We try to help students identify their skills and interests that will serve as a path for success — post-secondary academic success, career success, and success as adults. Beyond academics, our main goal is to help students to live life fully as adults.”
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We believe if students graduate with good self-esteem — and athletics play a part in building self-esteem — they can achieve great success in life.
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Joe and Jacque Digieso believe success stems from good self-esteem, and that athletics help build self-esteem in a way that academics cannot. “It’s critical for students to be good at something besides just academics,” Joe says, “to learn good sportsmanship and being a part of a team.” The Cottage School offers varsity, junior varsity and middle school sports programs — including baseball, basketball, cross country, soccer, tennis, track and field, and volleyball — and a “no-cuts” policy that gives all students equal opportunity to play. A member of the Atlanta Athletic Conference and the Georgia Independent Schools Association, the school has won numerous conference, state and regional championships in both conferences. “Sports give students more than just an opportunity to make points and develop athletically. Sports teach students fundamental life skills that will remain with them throughout life,” Joe says. “Early educational success is not a guarantee of life success. We believe if students graduate with strong self-esteem — and athletics play a part in building self-esteem — they can achieve great success in life.”
The Cottage School’s Educational Programming • Middle & High School College-Prep Curriculum • After-School and/or Summer School Classes for Carnegie Credit • Summer Success in Art, Reading and Math • SAT/ACT Test Preparation • Middle & High School Enrichment (homework/ study/organizational/ skills, test preparation, and enrichment) • WorkKeys Jobs Skills Assessment • CapStone Program (combines job training and academic instruction toward earning high school diploma or developing career path) • High School Credit Recovery • Tutoring (elementary through college)
700 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell (770) 641-8688 www.cottageschool.org
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Leaving a Legacy
Healing Hands A
woman empowered to help those in need, driven to fulfill God’s plan for her, who truly embodies the true meaning of an inspiration, Jennifer Simonis is an entrepreneur and the founder of a nonprofit organization called Healing Hands Youth Ranch (HHYR) located on an enormous 147 acres in Waleska, GA. Healing Hands is devoted to assisting 10-17 year old troubled children by pairing each child with one horse and one instructor, and allowing the horses to share their unconditional love with their rider. The ranch teaches life skills and leadership; it teaches about relationships and how to further develop them.
Geared toward children who feel they may not fit in or feel judged, the ranch is a safe outlet to provide an emotional connection with one of five horses that all want to meet the child’s needs. “Horses never lie, they always tell the truth,” states Jennifer. She truly believes that the horse picks the child because horses are extremely intuitive. Horses sense emotions and by your body language they can tell exactly what you need. They don’t judge; they don’t see the outside appearance, but the inside and what your heart says. “A little boy and his dad came to me to get some equipment and I took the boy to feed the horses. When we arrived at the field the horses were deeply interested and wanted to touch him and check him out. Whatever the boy was feeling, the horses knew.” Horses have personalities and emotions just like humans do. There is an alpha and followers that make up a community, or herd, and no one wants 26 My Alpharetta | april 2012
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to be ostracized. At the ranch, all the horses and the people know is kindness. Although the horses love it on the ranch and are very friendly and well trained, it wasn’t always that way for some. Some of the horses were acquired with faults and injuries that made them less than the perfect show horse. Just like not all kids are perfect, neither are the horses. The horses that people thought were of no more use really have so much to share. This is the helping hand that Jennifer holds out to children in need. Working with the horses gives children confidence, being able to control a larger animal gives them control and empowers them to control their lives by using the horses as a median and God as the base. A typical day at the ranch is a free ninety minute session that begins small, helping volunteers on the ranch by fixing fences or picking rocks out of the arena with Jennifer, and meeting the horses to establish communication. This allows them to take ownership in the ranch. “It’s the kid’s ranch, not mine.” Jennifer teaches horse safety and allows the kids to hang out with the horses and establish a connection with them without fear. Some think that horses can be frustrating or stubborn, but Jennifer’s response is, “It is never the horses fault; look at yourself.” With the help of the horses she hopes the youths will respond to the horses by seeing their own personalities and traits that could be changed.
Taking care of 147 acres, five horses, two donkeys, and a family can be an immense amount of work. Jennifer is currently looking for volunteers who can dedicate their time to helping youth and the ranch. There is no requirement in horse knowledge, only a passion for helping children. She will provide training once a week for any faithful volunteers available. The ranch is also looking for any children 10-17 making the wrong choices who want to witness and experience a life changing understanding. If interested in donating, the ranch is hoping to gather funds to build a covered arena, which will greatly help when the weather is rainy and during the warm Georgia summers. Donations or business partnering will greatly help this worthy organization that helps make our community stronger. Healing Hands Youth Ranch is also sponsoring a Kentucky Derby Fundraiser on Saturday, May 5 (see below). For more information about the ranch or to see how it all got started see Jennifer’s website at www.hhyr.org. RAISE FOR THE ROSES Kentucky Derby themed benefit HHYR • Features a live viewing of the Derby • Themed menu • Derby hat fashion contest • Silent auction Order tickets online now! http://www.hhyr.org/ Jennifer Simonis (770) 633-4451 or email jennifer.simonis@hhyr.org
Robinson & Miller, PC: A Firm for North Fulton The growth of North Fulton County in the past decade has brought with it plenty of change. Through it all, some things remain constant — the commitment of the lawyers at Robinson & Miller, PC to serve their clients well.
Debbie Robinson and Chris Miller have been working together since 1998. They formed Robinson & Miller in 2006 to focus their law practice on the two areas they enjoy most: Estate Planning, which includes wills, trusts, probate, guardianships, elder law, and veteran’s benefits; and Business Transactions, which includes the formation of corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships, as well as the drafting and review of contracts or the negotiation of the purchase and sale of small businesses.
Debbie Robinson has been practicing law in Atlanta for nearly thirty years. Her experience gives her a unique long-term perspective on estate planning and the ways that thinking ahead can change the course of family lives. Her breadth of knowledge extends into the fields of veteran’s benefits and elder law, and her gentle yet firm guidance is ideal for clients who have had a difficult experience with other lawyers. Says Robinson, “Many clients visit me thinking that they won’t be able to understand the ‘legalese’ of wills and probate. Nothing could be farther from the truth.” Chris Miller started his legal career in Alpharetta straight out of Emory’s law school. From the beginning, he has been active in the local Kiwanis Club, and is a frequent speaker at the
seasonal education seminars hosted by the Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta. His quiet work benefits those families who have children with special needs, and his experience with business law helps small business owners navigate the transfer of their life’s work to key employees and family members. His motto is to keep things simple.
Helen Rice is the firm’s newest arrival, having spent much of her career with a larger real estate firm. She finds great joy in meeting with clients one on one, and learning what challenges each of them faces. She knows that there is a world of options in addressing a specific legal question, and having the ability to select just the right tool is what sets Robinson & Miller apart as the firm of choice.
For more information, visit our website at www.robinsonmiller.com and our blog at www.robinsonandmiller.wordpress.com.
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Ed Isakson/Alpharetta YMCA Camps
Discovery Point Summer Camp
Held at Camp Big Creek
Kennesaw State University College of Continuing and Professional Education
3655 Preston Ridge Road, Alpharetta
1815 Old Alabama Road, Roswell
(770) 663-3534
(770) 649-1110
Milton Parks & Recreations
11035 Jones Bridge Road, Alpharetta
www.cityofmiltonga.us
(770) 663-0120
Dates:
Alpharetta Recreations & Parks Department
4015 Discovery Drive, Alpharetta
Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camp
Wills Park Summer Day Camp
(770) 664-1773
Georgia Ensemble Theatre
Resident Registration begins March 29
Roswell Cultural Arts Center
(678) 297-6133
950 Forrest Street, Roswell
June 4 — July 27
Emory University 1 (800) 319-0884 www.playbyplaycamps.com
(770) 641-1260 x232
Dates:
Dates:
Emory Camps & Learning Program
June 4 – August 3
Camp Happy Hearts
(770) 423-6765 ccpe.kennesaw.edu/summeru
Wills Park Recreation Center
Dates:
1000 Chastain Road, #3301, Kennesaw
June 4 — July 27
July 16 — 20
For children with mild disabilities
Characters of the Watershed
(678) 297-6154
At the Chattahoochee Nature Center
(404) 727-8000
9135 Willeo Road, Roswell
www.worklife.emory.edu
Dates:
Dates:
Dates:
1599 Clifton Rd, NE, Suite 5.316, Atlanta
June 4 — August 3 June 18 — 22 or August 6 — 10
Theatre Arts Explosion
May — August
At Chrysalis Experiential Academy
Georgia Regional Girls Choir Summer Camp
10 Mansell Ct E, Ste 500, Roswell
814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell www.grgc.org
Dates:
June 25 — 29 or July 9 — 13
Camp Kingfisher Chattahoochee Nature Center
(770) 722-3656 Dates:
July 16 — 20
9135 Willeo Road, Roswell
RY Robotics Explorers
(770) 992-2055 x 222
715 Hembree Place, Suite A, Roswell www.ryre.org
Dates:
May 29 — August 10
(770) 772-6622 Dates:
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June 11 — July 27
Creative Writing Day Camp
Atlanta Junior Rowing Association
Barrington Hall
Roswell River Landing
535 Barrington Drive
245 Azalea Drive, Roswell
(770) 640-3855
www.ajracrew.com
Dates:
June 25 — 29
Dates:
Session 1: June 4 — 14
July 23 — 27
Session 2: June 18 — 28
Session 3: July 9 — 19
Session 4: July 23 — August 2
Camp Invention www.invent.org (800) 968-4332
Mountain Park ES
LaOwn Academy 11575 King Road (678) 795-9145
11895 Mountain Park Road, Roswell Dates:
June 11 — 15
Crabapple Crossing ES 12775 Birmingham Hwy, Milton Dates:
June 25 — 29
July 9 — 13
Summit Hill ES 13855 Providence Road, Milton Dates:
June 4 — 8
Dolvin ES 10495 Jones Bridge Road, Alpharetta Dates:
June 4 — 8
State Bridge Crossing 5530 State Bridge Road, Alpharetta Dates:
June 4 — 8
Findley Oaks 5880 Findley Chase Drive, Johns Creek Dates:
June 11 — 15
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HAIL Safety Tips! “Why is it raining ice cubes?” asks your little one. Luckily for you, there is Google and you can find out the answer, or you can read this article and learn a little about hail, driving in hail, and treating your car after hail damage. Last year, Atlanta had many hail storms. We associate hail with severe weather and tornadoes. According to NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hail is a form of precipitation that occurs when updrafts in thunderstorms carry raindrops upward into extremely cold areas of the atmosphere where they freeze into ice. Hail is larger than sleet and forms only in thunderstorms. Drops of supercooled water from the lower temperatures higher in the atmosphere hit the ice, and freeze on it, causing it to grow. When the hailstone becomes too heavy for the updraft to keep it aloft, it encounters downdraft air — it falls. It then is pulled by gravity towards the earth. There are different sizes of hail from a dime to a softball. A funny sign I once saw said, “If there were no golf balls, how would we measure hail?” Driving in a hail storm is serious and here are some safety tips to consider. First, stay inside the vehicle. Hail falls at fast speeds, and it can cause injury to those in its path. Stop driving and pull to a safe place so hail doesn’t break the windshield or any windows — driving compounds hail’s impact with your car. Stop under an overpass, and don’t forget to pull out of traffic lanes and onto a shoulder. Avoid ditches due to possible high-rising water. If you can keep your car angled so the hail is hitting the front of your car, that is better for you and your vehicle. Windshields are reinforced to withstand forward driving and pelting objects. Side windows and the back glass are not, so they’re much more susceptible to breakage. If there are children in the car, lie down and protect them by keeping your back to the window. If you have a blanket, cover yourself and loved ones to prevent possible debris from hitting you.
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If your car should be damaged, call your insurance company to report the claim. If you have comprehensive coverage, you will be covered as hail is an act of God. You will be sent to an adjuster, and then you always have the choice to choose a company to perform the work. Instead of heading to a body shop, investigate paintless dent removal companies. They are the experts in hail repair. Trained technicians use specific tools that can remove the hail dimples without repainting the car. Look for a company that has a strong reputation and has been vested in your area. All work should be guaranteed and customer satisfaction should be their priority. Your car should look and feel new again after the repair! Suzanne Taylor, Marketing Manager Atlanta Dent Company, (770) 594-6376
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DON’T FEAR The Fever
ORTHODONTICS And Overall Body Health
by Susan Traxler, MD As a pediatrician, the concern that prompts parents to bring their children to the office more than any other concern is fever. However, fever is an important part of our body’s defense against infection; fever is usually helping us, not hurting us.
Dr. Susan Traxler is a practioner with Alpharetta Pediatric Medicine. She can be reached at (770) 664-4430 or visit www.alpharettapediatricsonline.com
A simple cold or viral illness can cause a high fever, and, thankfully, this usually does not mean your child has a serious problem. If the fever is mild and the child is generally feeling well, no treatment is needed, just fluids and rest. The illness is probably not too serious if your child is still interested in playing, is eating and drinking well, is alert and smiling at you or if they look well when their fever comes down.
When your child is uncomfortable or not sleeping well, however, it is desirable to lower (but not necessarily eliminate) the fever. Medications such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen are frequently helpful (check with your doctor for specific dosing guidelines). Do not bundle up a child with the chills, but do remove excess clothing and blankets. A lukewarm bath can also cool someone with a fever, but please do not give your child a cold bath or alcohol rub. Parents frequently ask me, “At what level of fever do I need to worry?” Most parents will likely be reassured that brain damage from a fever generally will not occur unless the fever is over 107.6° F! Untreated fevers caused by infection seldom rise above 105° F. Occasionally, toddlers may have febrile seizures, but this type of seizure is typically innocent (though still anxiety-provoking for parents!) and does not cause permanent harm. Realistically, if any of the following situations apply to your child during a febrile illness, it is best to have them evaluated promptly: • Your baby is less than 28 days old and has a rectal temperature of 100.5° F or higher; • Any fever of over 100.5° lasting for more than 5 days; • A fever that is either over 105° or if the fever continues to rise despite ibuprofen (do not give ibuprofen to infants under 6 months unless with doctor’s guidance); continued on page 46 32 My Alpharetta | april 2012
by Brett Gluck, DMD, MS, PC The connection between oral health and systemic health is currently being established for more and more diseases of the body. Gingival and periodontal health has previously been thought to only be an issue of the mouth. So, the rationale was that if there was an infection of the mouth, it was ok to ignore and address as needed when discomfort arises.
Dr. Brett Gluck is an orthodontic specialist at The Brace Place. You may contact him at (770) 664-6003 or visit www.bracedoctor.com.
But, studies show that gingivitis (infection of the gum tissue around the teeth) and periodontitis (infection of the bone around the teeth) can increase the risk factors for a number of different systemic diseases. These oral infections arise related to a few different things, such as inadequate oral hygiene and genetics predisposing to these conditions. But, the oral environment can make it difficult to maintain oral hygiene properly. Crooked and crowded teeth can create a challenge to brush and floss effectively. These conditions also establish food traps that lead to accumulate plaque and calculus. Once calculus forms on the teeth, only your dental office can remove it. The plaque and calculus increase the amount of bacteria in the mouth and lead to gingivitis and periodontitis, which ultimately lead to tooth loss.
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Orthodontics can help people establish better oral health by making the mouth more cleansable.
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The studies have been present for a while that relate oral infections to heart disease and strokes. But, the list has grown longer more recently. A relationship has also been established with respiratory disease. People with oral infections and diabetes may have a more difficult time controlling their blood sugar levels. Women with periodontal disease who are pregnant may have a lower birth weight baby or one that is born early. Orthodontics can help people establish better oral health by making the mouth more cleansable. If it is easier to brush and floss, there is less chance for an oral infection to develop. Also, if there is not overlapping of the teeth, then the trapping of plaque will be less. This will lead to a better overall body health as well.
CONTACT LENS
One of the Top Reasons for Red Eye by Edward J. Furey, OD PC If you’re interested in wearing contacts, the first step is to have Dr. Edward J. Furey specializes in a contact lens examination by primary eye care, glaucoma, low vision, geriatrics and is the Center Director an eye doctor. A contact lens of Furey Family Eye Care. Located at exam is meant specifically to 250 East Crossville Road, Roswell. fit you with contacts. During www.fureyfamilyeyecare.com, (770) 993-5592 a contact lens examination the practitioner will first determine if your eyes are healthy enough to wear contacts. Then your eyes will be measured. These measurements will help the practitioner find the right contact to fit properly and comfortably on your eyes. For people new to wearing contacts, the doctor will help you get accustomed to placing the contact lenses in and taking them out and teach you how to properly care for them. There are two major groups of contacts: soft contacts and rigid gas permeable contacts. Soft contacts are extremely thin and comfortable to wear. They are made mostly of water, which is why they are soft. Soft contacts are divided into four
basic categories: spherical (regular) contacts lenses, contacts for astigmatism, contacts for presbyopia, and color (cosmetic) contacts. Rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses are made of hard plastic that gives crisp, clear vision and corrects most vision problems. They are durable and last considerably longer than soft contact lenses. Some contacts are meant for daily wear. Daily wear soft contacts are worn for one day and then discarded. Other soft lenses and some RGP lenses are worn for a day and then removed, cleaned, and disinfected each night. Soft lenses are usually replaced on a regular basis. RGP lenses may last for years with regular care. Extended wear lenses are worn overnight for 1 week and then replaced. Overnight wear decreases the amount of oxygen available to the eye and increases the chance of infection. Because of this, some practitioners do not recommend extended wear of contact lenses. Your eye doctor will show you how to clean and disinfect your contacts. Use quality lens care products and clean the lenses as often as possible to remove buildup of bacteria. Be aware that wearing contact lenses for a long period of time may cause blurry vision, pain, and redness due to a lack of oxygen passing through to the eye. Remember that contact lenses are medical devices: with proper care you will see better and will have peace of mind knowing your contacts are healthy and safe.
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growing concerns About Vaccinations
by LaCretia Munroe, MS, DC There is at present time an Dr. LaCretia Munroe specializes in ominous trend in America sports chiropractic, functional towards deteriorating health neurology, and metabolic solutions. in children and young Providing exceptional care for difficult cases. Call the office at (770) 720adults, a trend which is well 0865 or visit www.ahealthybody.com. substantiated by scientific statistical reports. Allergic diseases such as asthma and eczema are rapidly increasing in both frequency and severity. Autoimmune diseases (afflictions in which antibodies or immune cells attack the tissues of one’s own body) have increased many fold in the past several generations. Perhaps most ominous of all is the rise in childhood behavioral disorders, including hyperactivity and learning disorders, with approximately 15 percent of children now being classified as learning disabled. A substantial portion of today’s children are receiving frequent courses of antibiotics for treatment of recurrent ear infections and/or respiratory illness, a pattern which suggest an increasing prevalence of immune impairment when compared with earlier generations. Among young adults of today there are the newly emerging and poorly understood syndromes of chemical sensitivity and chronic fatigue, conditions which are disabling millions of our youth who should be entering the prime of their lives. Unquestionably there are multiple causes for these adverse health trends. Unhealthy diets, exposures to toxic environmental chemicals, food is now genetically modified putting poisons in the seeds so they are immune to Round-up when sprayed on it. In the book “Wheat Belly,” by William Davis, a renowned cardiologist explains the wheat we eat today is so chemically changed that we are not eating real wheat anymore but a non-food. So many children now have antibodies to the proteins in wheat, milk and eggs due to the processing of these foods. Some people believe that vaccines are a cause for the deterioration health of our children and the cause of autism and childhood ADD/ADHD. In my last article I listed the law that states children in Georgia do not have to have vaccines in order to go to school. Vaccines are injections that contain weakened amounts of the disease germ that they are meant to protect against. They are said to work by stimulating the body to produce antibodies — proteins that defend the body from an invasions by harmful germs, the idea of vaccinations to prevent disease dates back to 1796. Today several vaccines exist, and most people trust them to be safe and effective. But findings on seven of the more commonly administered vaccines: polio, diphtheria, measles, rubella, mumps, tetanus continued on page 46 34 My Alpharetta | april 2012
FIRST VISIT By The First Birthday by Vishant Nath, DMD One of the most commonly asked questions from parents of very young children is, “When do I need to bring my child for their first dental appointment?” Parents are often surprised to hear that the recommendation is that children see a dentist within 6 months of getting their first tooth. There are several reasons behind this recommendation.
Establishing twice-yearly dental visits can go a long way towards putting your child at ease in a dental office. If you can provide your child with positive experiences early on you can prevent them from having anxiety associated with going to the dentist. Developing trust is a vital part of the dentist-patient relationship. Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Roswell Pediatric Dentistry. You may contact him at (678) 352-1090 or visit www.kidshappyteeth.com.
Just as it’s important early in a baby’s life to establish a trusting relationship with a pediatrician, it’s important to find a pediatric dentist. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry promotes the “First Visit by the First Birthday” policy. As soon as a baby gets teeth, those teeth need to be cared for!
Seeing a dentist early on will ensure that new parents have the information necessary to begin caring for these very important new teeth. The dentist can answer any questions you have regarding dental care for your baby. Believe it or not, baby teeth can develop tooth decay, so establishing habits for prevention of tooth decay is very important for you and your baby.
As careful as we are as parents, it’s sometimes just a matter of time before a young child can experience some sort of trauma. These slips and falls can often involve the mouth. As with any emergency, its important to assess the nature of the trauma and decide if a visit to the emergency room is required. If there is damage to the mouth area, and you have already become a patient at a pediatric dental office, you have a dental home to take your child to for assessment, even if the accident occurs outside of normal office hours. Imagine how much easier this process is if you already have a dentist that you and your child know and trust. continued on page 46
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CRUISING THE Mediterranean by Michael Consoli Doesn’t the idea of spending your days on the beaches of Greece or the French Riviera sound wonderful? What about experiencing the night life in Barcelona or the beauty of the canals in Venice? Many people think that it would take several Michael Consoli is owner of trips to Europe to visit all these Cruise Planners. You may contact Mediterranean cities, but it’s him at (770) 650-7667 or online at possible to see all of them, www.planmycruise.com. and more, during just one trip across the Atlantic! How? A cruise of course! Few people have the experience of traveling to all these desirable destinations in a single lifetime, never mind doing them all in one vacation. This is why cruising is the best way to see Europe! A cruise to Europe can encompass as many or as few days and cities as you wish. Cruises offered in this region can range from 4 to 17 days. The biggest appeal of a cruise is that you don’t have to pack and unpack like you would on a typical land tour. Instead, the ship becomes your floating resort, moving with you from place to place and offering all the amenities you are accustomed to having at a luxury resort. In addition to accommodations, all your meals on board the ship are included, as well as entertainment. Realizing that many guests want to see more of their embarkation or disembarkation cities, cruise lines offer a preor post-hotel package that can be combined with the cruise. In some cities, such as Barcelona or Monte Carlo, cruise lines even offer an overnight onboard the ship, so that their guests can take advantage of the thriving nightlife. Both allow guests to plan their own daytime touring schedule. If you prefer, the cruise lines offer exclusive pre- and postcruise hotel and tour packages that can take you to the inside and surrounding regions of your embarkation country. For example, Princess offers a cruise tour that includes six days of land tours to Milan and Florence before you embark on the Emerald Princess in Venice for your 12-night cruise. I recommend booking your 2012 cruise or cruise tour now to take advantage of the best pricing and availability. With the value of the U.S. dollar continuing to be weak in Europe, cruising is becoming the best way to get the most for your vacation dollar in that area of the world! 36 My Alpharetta | april 2012
The Last Water Heater You Will Ever Buy
by Dan Jape When you are in need for a new water heater, there are a number of different models on the market today. One can choose the regular tank water heaters that normally lasts for 10 to 12 years or a high efficient tankless type that can last 20 to 25 years and provides Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable a large amount of hot water on Heating and Air. You may contact him at (770) 594-9096 or visit him online demand. But another choice at www.reliableair.com. that is quickly becoming popular is the Marathon water heater, it will last a lifetime and is one of the most efficient ways to heat water. The tank of a Marathon is made out of a high impact, high temperature polysufone fiberglass, it will not corrode or rust and is cocooned in a 2.5 inch thick foam insulation jacket that stops the heat from escaping from the heated water when it is in standby mode. The Marathon comes with a lifetime warranty that allows for no pro-rating deductions if there is a leak. The water heater is simply replaced by Rheem no questions asked. If you are a Georgia Power customer, you can even qualify for a $525 cash rebate if you convert over to a Marathon. One very nice feature of the Marathon is the ability to be installed in a basement or an upstairs closet/attic and you virtually never have to worry about your heater leaking and flooding your home and furnishing. Because of the special fiberglass construction, you are assured it will not fall apart and rust. Most Atlanta area homes have no overflow protection for their water heaters meaning hundreds of homes each year suffer flooding when the homeowner waits too long to replace an old unit. This will not be the case with Marathon. All the internal parts carry a 6 year warranty and can easily be rebuilt after that if any failure occurs. If you have an electric water heater currently, the Marathon can cut your usage cost by half and if you currently have a gas heater, you can normally save $60 to $70 per year. All gas water heaters need regular maintenance and flushing to make sure sediment does not build in the tank and by not doing so, the lifetime will be shortened. The Marathons need no cleaning or flushing and other than an occasional check of the temperature and pressure relief valve, the Marathon is one of the few maintenance free water heater choices in the market place. Another great choice for a water heater with an extremely long lifespan is the gas tankless water heater. They heat water continued on page 46
SUCCESSFUL Retirement
Become more financially savvy today to enjoy a more successful retirement tomorrow by Rob Burts Let’s face it. Some of us have a special gift for investing our hard-earned money while others flounder around and ‘hope’ they are doing it right. The truth is most people are so focused on keeping up with everyday life that they are very likely to underestimate what they will eventually need for income when they retire.
Rob Burts is a Synovus Securities Financial Consultant at Bank of North Georgia, a division of Synovus Bank. Rob can be reached at robburts@synovus.com. www.bankofnorthgeorgia.com
If investing and managing your money is a mystery or if you just need some guidance about the various investment options available for retirement planning, now is the time to get started in securing your financial future by seeking some expert assistance. As adults, we all fit into one of the following life stages:
• Retired and Enjoying the Sweet Life: People who are already retired have special financial needs since they must complement their Social Security income with retirement income needs. Converting growth assets that have been accumulated over the years into retirement incomeproducing assets is critical at this stage. • Five or Fewer Years Away from Retirement: The #1 concern in this age group is having sufficient income during retirement to maintain the standard of living they have enjoyed during their working years. If you are approaching retirement, seek out the help of a professional investment advisor to review your accumulated assets and create a financial plan to help you reach your retirement goals. • Twenty or More Years Away from Retirement: At this stage you should be doing everything in your power to save for retirement and other major expenses like a child’s education. In particular, if you have $100,000 or more in liquid assets, you will benefit substantially by utilizing the expertise of a professional to help you plan and manage your finances. • Thirty or More Years Away from Retirement: Adults in their twenties and thirties need a plan for purchasing a home, funding their children’s college education and preparing for eventual retirement. By designing a feasible plan where you vow to start early and save consistently throughout your working years, you will reap the rewards continued on page 46
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ChilD Abuse
Awareness Month by Michael Buckner Audio Intersection is Proud to Support the Anna Crawford Children’s Center as They Recognize April as CHILD ABUSE Awareness MONTH Throughout the month of April, the Anna Crawford Children’s Center will be Michael Buckner is the owner of Audio Intersection located at 631 E. Main conducting activities to bring Street, Canton. For more information attention to the issues of on any of his monthly columns, for child abuse intervention and questions or to set up an appointment, call (770) 479-1000. prevention. In light of the recent headline stories such as the Penn State abuse scandal, the Anna Crawford Children’s Center would like to take this opportunity to shed light on the issue of child sexual abuse and recognize the responsibility we all have to protect children. • This issue is not about large universities, headlines, or reputations. This issue is about children. • We must acknowledge the reality that there are people that would rob children of their innocence and they are people we know and trust. They go above and beyond to establish a positive reputation and immerse themselves in our families and organizations allowing them access to children. • It takes remarkable courage for children and adults that have been abused to come forward. We must support and honor the courage of victims and work together to stop the sexual abuse of other innocent children. • Child abuse prevention is the responsibility of adults. Educating children about how to keep themselves safe from abuse is important, but adults bear the burden to speak out when something doesn’t look or feel right. • The consequences of failing to report abuse are dire. If we remain silent, we are complacent in its occurrence and aftermath. • Child sexual abuse is preventable. Awareness and education are crucial. We must learn the facts, acknowledge the reality, ensure organizations have policies in place to protect children, and talk to our children. • The fight against child abuse must be a collaborative effort. It will take all of us to change the culture to one where involved adults offer no opportunity for a perpetrator to have access to children. • We can learn valuable lessons from what happened at Penn State and we can pledge to focus on the things we can do today to better protect children.
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LAUGH Like Lazarus by Ron Bradley
Jerusalem looked like Atlanta during rush hour on that first Palm Sunday when Jesus rode the donkey into the city. It was the Passover, and Jews from Palestine and the whole world clogged the arteries of the sacred city. Jewish Dr. Ron Bradley is the pastor at First historian, Josephus, estimated Baptist Church Roswell. You may two million people would contact him at (770) 587-6980 or have been there to sacrifice ron@rfbc.org. a lamb for the forgiveness of their sins. Riding a donkey was a symbolic action parable — Jesus was claiming to be a peaceful king. The people rejoiced, shouting “Hosanna, blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” This is the one day in his three year ministry when it all seemed to come together! When Jesus comes as King, joy breaks out! How we need Jesus to ride into our hurting world today! When C.S. Lewis wrote of his finding Christ, he called it “Surprised by Joy.” His big surprise in becoming a Christian was when he discovered that the serious business of heaven is joy. Christian comedian Grady Nutt used to say, “Laughter is God’s hand on the shoulder of a troubled world.” Jesus would have us know that it is often as sacred to laugh as to pray; smile as to preach. A little boy announced proudly at the family dinner table, “There was a new Indian girl at school today.” “Does she speak English?” his father asked. “No,” came the reply, “but it doesn’t matter — she laughs in English.” During this Easter season, Jesus enters our circumstances to bring us joy. He said, “I have come that you may have life more abundantly, in all of its fullness.” Because of His resurrection, death has been defeated. We are dying but it has lost its threat. We need not deny that we are getting older. Every day leads us closer to joining our victorious Christ. Eugene O’Neil once wrote a play entitled, “Lazarus Laughed.” It is the story of Lazarus after Jesus raised him from the dead. His life has become controversial now, because he laughs at everything, even at death. His home town of Bethany is called “The House of Laughter.” At one point in the play Lazarus says, “Laugh. Laugh with me at death. Death is dead. Fear is no more. There is only life. There is only laughter.” Easter is here! Christians, laugh and be filled with joy!
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES Baptist Bethany Baptist Church 2065 Bethany Road, (770) 475-6748
Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church 1200 Birmingham Road, (404) 444-6490 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.boilingspringspbc.org
Bridgeway Church
First Baptist Church of Alpharetta 44 Academy Street, (770) 475-6556 www.fbca.com
Hopewell Baptist Church 15730 Hopewell Road, 770-442-0793
Johns Creek Baptist Church 7500 McGinnis Ferry Road, (770) 623-8203 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.jcbc.org
4755 Kimball Bridge Road,(770) 751-1972 Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. www.bridgeway.net
Providence Baptist Church
Clear Springs Baptist Church
1125 Alpha Drive, (770) 456-5881 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.visionbaptist.com
11575 Jones Bridge Road, (770) 475-9223 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.csbcga.com
Clear Springs Missionary Baptist Church 2725 Kimball Bridge Road, (770) 664-6863
County Line Baptist Church 430 Strickland Road, (770) 475-9429
Crabapple First Baptist 12760 Birmingham Highway, (770) 475-6111 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.crabapplefbc.org
Cross Plains Baptist Church 6500 McGinnis Ferry Road, (770) 475-1210
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
20075 Providence Road, (770) 475-3627
Vision Baptist Church
Catholic Saint Brigid Catholic Church 3400 Old Alabama Road, (678) 393-0060 Sunday Services: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 5 p.m (Life Teen) www.saintbrigid.org
Alpharetta First Ward 500 Norcross Street, (770) 640-7357
Webb Bridge Ward 510 Brannon Rd., Cumming, (678) 455-5292
Episcopal St. Aidans Episcopal Church 13560 Cogburn Road, (770) 521-0207 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. www.staidans.org
Jewish Chabad of Alpharetta Jewish Center 10180 Jones Bridge Road, (770) 410-9000 Sunday Services: 9:45 & 10:30 a.m. www.chabadnf.org
Congregation Gesher L’Torah St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 535 Rucker Road, (770) 475-4501 Sunday Services: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m. (En Español) 5 p.m (Life Teen) www.sta.org
4320 Kimball Bridge Road, (770) 777-4009 www.gltorah.org
Lutheran Christ the Shepherd Lutheran Church
Stonecreek Church 13540 Highway 9 North, (770) 754-7900 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.stonecreekchurch.org
4655 Webb Bridge Road, (770) 475-0640 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 10:55 a.m. www.cts.org
Lord of Life Lutheran Church ELCA 5390 McGinnis Ferry Road, (770) 740-1279 Sunday Services: 8:30, 11:00 a.m. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45 a.m. www.lord-life.org
Presbyterian Alpharetta Presbyterian 180 Academy Street, (770) 751-0033 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. www.alpharettapres.com
Messiah Lutheran Church - WELS
Other Churches
4765 Kimball Bridge Road, (770) 751-9357 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.messiahlutheran.ws
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 10250 Haynes Bridge Road, (770) 475-4250 Sunday Services: 9:15 (Tradtional) & 10:45 a.m. (Modern) www.poplcalpharetta.org
The River Church 501 S. Main Street, Suite 101, (678) 860-0971 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.wadeintheriver.org
Abundant Life Community Church 625-A Sims Industrial Boulevard, (678) 319-9700 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.livingabundantly.net
Alpharetta Church of God 1460 Mid Broadwell Road, (770) 475-5788 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.alpharettachurchofgod.com
Baha’i Faith of Alpharetta 10690 Jones Bridge Road, (770) 442-1332
Methodist Alpharetta First United Methodist Church 69 North Main Street, (770) 475-5576 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. www.afumc.org
Birmingham United Methodist 15560 Birmingham Highway, (770) 475-3591 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.birminghamumc.org
C3 Church 13695 Highway 9 North, (678) 696-1401 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.thec3church.com
Calvary Chapel 200 James Road, (770) 442-8167 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.calvaryalpharetta.com
Community of Christ 3315 Francis Road, (770) 521-1112 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. www.cofchrist.org
Crabapple Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 910 Mayfield Road, (678) 339-0349
The Hanuman Mandir 390 Cumming Street, Suite 1, (770) 475-7701 www.thehanuman.org
Inner Quest 12830 New Providence Road, (770) 521-2875 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.innerquestchurch.org
Islamic Center of North Fulton 1265 Rucker Road, (678) 297-0019 www.alpharettamasjid.com
Jehovah’s Witnesses 9400 Brumbelow Road, (770) 594-9400
Kingdom Ambassadors Intl. Worship Center Wills Recreation Center 11925 Wills Road, 770-853-7231 www.crystalstallings.org
Morning Star Chapel 2780 Bethany Bend, (678) 319-0041 www.morningstarchapel.org
Reach One Church Meets at Andretti 11000 Alpharetta Hwy, (770) 609-7941 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.reachonechurch.org
Restoration Church of God 410 Rucker Road, (770) 751-9697 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.restorationchurchna.org
Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Highway 9 N, (770) 475-5230 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 10:45 a.m. www.midwayumc.org
St. James United Methodist 3000 Webb Bridge Road, (678) 762-1543 Sunday Services: 8 & 11 a.m. www.stjamesumc.org
Non-Denominational Keepin’ It Real “Lighthouse”, Inc. 61 Old Canton Street, (770) 360-5601 www.keepinitreallighthouse.com
The Lighthouse Church 18271 Union Hill Road, (770) 664-3644
North Point Community Church 4350 Northpoint Parkway, (770) 290-5600 Sunday Services: 9, 11 & 12:45 a.m. www.northpoint.org
Spirit of God Christian Church 11940 Alpharetta Highway, (770) 777-6889 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.spiritofgodcc.org
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Business Organizations
BNI-Alpharetta Accelerators Chapter Contact: Jim Somers, (770) 753-2032 Website: www.bniatlanta.com
National Association of Women Business Owners Contact: (678) 539-8090 Website: www.nawboatlanta.org
North Fulton Senior Services
Ryan Lee Holland Cancer Foundation, Inc Contact: Jacqueline Holland, 678-242-0471 info@ryanleehollandfoundation.com Website: www.ryanleehollandfoundation.com
United Way of Atlanta Contact:
The North Fulton Bar Association
Contact: Ben Staten, (404) 323-0049 Website: www.ga400rainmakers.com
North Metro Women’s Connection Contact:
Rosan Hall, (770) 335-6013
Northside Business Network Group Contact:
Diane Williford, (770) 594-2200
Powercore Contact: Jeremy Faulkner, (404) 816-3377 Website: www.powercore.net
Charitable Organizations Alpharetta Clean and Beautiful Contact:
(678) 297-6200
Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia Contact:
(770) 499-1164
(770) 614-1000
Civic Organizations
Contact: Charles Gabriel, (678) 735-5900 Website: www.northfultonbar.com
GA 400 Rainmakers
Contact:
(770) 475-9023
Alpharetta Junior Women’s Club
Greg Cabrera, (770) 752-8122
Alpharetta Lions Club Contact:
Garner Andrews, (770) 475-9344
Alpharetta Roswell Newcomers Club
Contact: karenleasman@aol.com Website: www.aauwnorthfultonga.wordpress.com
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta
North Fulton Jaycees Contact:
Wendell Whitefield, (404) 786-2665
Rotary Club of North Fulton Contact: Joyce Abernathy, (770) 475-0656 Website: www.northfultonrotary.org
VFW Post 12002 Website: www.12002.net
Political Organizations
Friends of the Alpharetta Library
North Fulton Community Charities Contact: (770) 640-0399 Website: www.nfcchelp.org
Contact: Don Nahser, (770) 475-9684
Alpharetta Golden Age Book Club Lewis Lay, (678) 297-6142
Alpharetta/Roswell Newcomers Club
Alpharetta Singles movie club Contact:
(770) 662-0916
Alpharetta Walkie Talkies AlphaFretters Dulcimer Group
The Drake Closet
(770) 642- 9185
Alpharetta City Band
American Association of University Women North Fulton Branch
Contact: Glenn Rudh, (404) 375-7033 grudh@bellsouth.net
Contact:
Lewis Lay, (678) 297-6142
Contact:
North Fulton Optimist Club
Homestretch
Contact: Nancy Hetsko, (678) 361-5198 Website: www.alpharettadbc.org
Contact: Barb Hill, (678) 318-1442
Contact: (678) 493-9847 Website: www.cacadopt.petfinder.com
Contact: (770) 740-2425 E-mail: fotal-forum@yahoogroups.com Website: www.fotal.org
Alpharetta Bridge Club
Contact: (678) 318-1442 Website: www.arnewcomers.org
Contact:
(770) 649-7117
Contact: Rachel Ewald, (770) 641-9591 Sharon Franklin, (404) 729-3374 E-mail: rachel@fostercares.org Website: www.fostercares.org
Contact: Danita Grant, (678) 994-5630 Website: www.alphaartsguild.com
Alpharetta Optimist Club
Contact: Crystal D Weitzel, (770) 476-3090 Website: www.jlgnf.org
Foster Care Support Foundation
Alpharetta Arts Guild
Contact:
Children’s Restoration Network
Contact: (678) 682-3551 thedrakecloset@thedrakehouse.org Website: www.thedrakehouse.org
Lewis Lay, (678) 297-6142
Contact: Debora, (678) 218-5732 Website: www.ajwc.net
Junior League of Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties, Inc.
Companion Animal Connection
Contact:
Contact:
Alpharetta American Legion, Auxiliary Unit 201
Contact: (770) 992-4339 Website: www.cdakids.org
Contact:
Alpharetta Adult Activity Center Book Club
Alpharetta Camera Club
Website: gsgatl.org
Child Development Association
Recreation & Hobbies
Contact: (770) 993-1906 Website: www.ssnorthfulton.org
Chattahoochee Republican Women’s Club Contact:
Dell Makuch, (770) 667-0620
Atlanta Stamp Collectors Contact: John Coles, (770) 962-5888 Website: www.stampclubs.com
Chattahoochee Celtic Pipes & Drums Contact: Rory Howe, (770) 926-6898 or pipemajor@ccpipesanddrums.com
Dudes ‘n Darlins Square Dance Club of Alpharetta Contact: 770-751-7210, (770) 361-1237 Website: www.dudesndarlins.com
The Ludwig Symphony Orchestra Contact:
(770) 623-8623
Milton Garden Club Contact: Faye Troka, (770) 781-4634, dtroka@earthlink.net Website: gardening.meetup.com/172
Multisport Explosion Women’s Only Triathlon Team Contact: Jennifer Lesser, jless@comcast.net Website: multisportexplosionyouthtriathlonteam.com
Multisport Explosion Youth Triathlon Team Contact: Lisa Marshall, (404) 308-6656 klacmarshall@comcast.net Website: multisportexplosionyouthtriathlonteam.com
Marjean Birt, sandrabjohnson@gmail.com
North Fulton Democrats Contact:
Contact:
Lewis Lay, (678) 267-6142
North Fulton Amateur Radio League Contact:
Jim Stafford, W4Q0, (770) 993-9500
Anne, (404) 303-9142, ext. 2
North Fulton Republican Women’s Club Contact: Suzi Voyles, (404) 851-9704 svgagop08@gmail.com
Newtown Recreation Contact:
(678) 297-2662
Songs of Atlanta Chorus Contact: (770) 977-4031
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Southern Winds Concert Band
Diabetes Support Group
Contact: George Cekis, (404) 295-5093 gvcekis@comcast.net
Contact:
Stars Soccer Club — Men’s League Contact: (678) 366-9008 Website: www.StarsSoccerClub.com
Writers Network Contact:
Bobby Christmas, (770) 924-0528
Emotions Anonymous (EA) Contact:
Alcoholics Anonymous Contact:
Barb G., (770) 686-3082
Anorexia Nervousa and Associated Eating Disorders — ANA Contact:
Kim, (404) 307-5442
Atlanta Harm Reduction Center
Contact: Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Lee H., (678) 576-4838
National Alliance on Mental Illness — NAMI Contact: Jerry Bishop, (678) 446-5080 bishopjerryo@bellsouth.net
Overeaters Anonymous Contact:
Bill, (770) -992-6481
Parkinson’s Support Group Contact:
Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
SA
Contact: (404) 817-9994 Website: www.atlantaharmreduction.org
Contact:
Bereavement Support Group
Contact:
Contact:
Suzanne, (404) 307-1735
Foster Care Support Group
Contact:
Support Organizations
Joe Mengoni, (770) 889-7577
(770) 993-7253
S-Anon (770) 993-7253
Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
Brain Injury and Stroke Group Contact:
(770) 751-2650
Care Partner Support Group Contact:
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ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS
United States Government
President Barack Obama (D)
(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R)
(202) 224-3521 GA: (770) 763-9090 fax: (202) 224-0103
Senate Russell Courtyard-2 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6
P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 Website: http://tom.house.gov
Rep. Rob Woodall (R), District 7 90 North Street, Suite 360 Canton, GA 30114-2724 Website: www.woodall.house.gov
(202) 225-4501 GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570 (202) 225-4272 GA: (770) 232-3005 fax: (770) 232-2909
(202) 225-5211 GA: (770) 535-2592 fax: (202) 225-8272
State Government
Governor Nathan Deal (R)
(404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332
(404) 613-4433
Juvenile Court: Chief Judge Sanford Jones
(770) 612-4401
Court of Clerks: Cathelene Robinson
(404) 730-5300
(770) 613-4070
Board of Commissioners 141 Pryor St. S.W. Atlanta, GA 30303 www.fultoncountyga.gov
(678) 493-6000 fax: (678) 493-6013
John H. Eaves (D-1)
e-mail: john.eaves@fultoncountyga.gov
Robb Pitts (D-2)
(404) 612-8206
(404) 612-8210
e-mail: robb.pitts@fultoncountyga.gov
Liz Hausmann (D-3)
(404) 612-8213
Tom Lowe (D-4)
(404) 612-8218
e-mail: liz.hausmann@fultoncountyga.gov e-mail: tom.lowe@fultoncountyga.gov
(404) 612-8222
Joan P. Garner (D-6)
(404) 656-0048 fax: (404) 651-6768
(404) 612-8226
e-mail: district6@fultoncountyga.gov
(404) 612-8230
e-mail: william.edwards@fultoncountyga.gov
Board of Education
State Senator John Albers (R) (D-56)
local: (678) 667-3656 business: (404) 463-8055 fax: (404) 656-6484
511 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: info@senatoralbers.com
State Rep. Jan Jones (R) (D-46)
(404) 656-5072 fax: (404) 657-0498
340 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: jan.jones@house.ga.gov
Linda Schultz (D-1)
schultzl@fultonschools.org
Katie Reeves (D-2)
reevesk@fultonschools.org
Linda McCain (D-5)
mccainl@fultonschools.org
Julia Bernath (D-7)
bernathj@fultonschools.org
Other
State Rep. Chuck Martin (R) (D-47)
417 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: chuck.martin@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Harry Geisinger (R) (D-48)
(404) 656-5064 fax: (404) 463-2249
(404) 656-0254 fax: (770) 594-1510
State Rep. Wendell Willard (R) (D-49)
Fulton County Schools Superintendent:
State Rep. Lynne Riley (R) (D-50)
(404) 656-5125 fax: (404) 481-7111
(404) 656-0188
401 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: lynne.riley@house.ga.gov
Fulton County Medical Examiner: Randy Hanzlick, MD
(404) 656-5912
(404) 730-4400 fax: (404) 730-4405
Fulton County Sheriff’s Office: Sheriff Theodore Jackson (404) 612-5100 185 Central Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 Website: www.fultonsheriff.org
Fulton County Tax Commissioner: Arthur E. Ferdinand
(404) 730-4000
141 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
City of Alpharetta
(404) 768-3600
Robert M. Avossa, Ed.D. 786 Cleveland Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 e-mail: superintendent@fultonschools.org Website: www.fultonschools.org
430 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30312 e-mail: loec@fultonschools.org
132 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: wendell.willard@house.ga.gov
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(404) 613-4497
William Edwards (D-7)
421-F State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: david.shafer@senate.ga.gov
220 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: tom.rice@house.ga.gov
State Court: Chief Judge A.L. Thompson Magistrate Court: Chief Judge Stephanie Davis Probate Court: Judge Pinkle T. Toomer
e-mail: emma.darnell@fultoncountyga.gov
State Senator David Shafer (R) (D-48)
State Rep. Tom Rice (R) (D-51)
(404) 730-4991
Emma I. Darnell (D-5)
203 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 Website: www.gov.ga.gov.com
601 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: harry.geisinger@house.ga.gov
Superior Court: Chief Judge Doris L. Downs
(202) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999 fax: (770) 661-0768
Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9 90 North Street, Suite 360 Canton, GA 30114-2724 Website: www.linder.house.gov
Courts
City of Milton
David Belle Isle dbelleisle@alpharetta.ga.gov Mayor Joe Lockwood joe.lockwood@cityofmiltonga.us
(678) 297-6020
(678) 242-2484
11605 Haynes Bridge Rd,
(770) 993-8806
Ste. 100, Alpharetta
www.gnfcc.com
The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce Means Business! Its mission is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth, and quality of life in North Fulton.
Viazza Coffee Roasters 135 Mansell Place, Roswell (770) 664-5176, www.viazzacoffee.com
North Fulton Community Charities Education Center 11255 Elkins Road, Roswell (770) 640-0399, www.nfcchelp.org
Gluten Free Cutie 45 Park Square Court, Roswell (678) 337-1513, www.glutenfreecutie.com
Turkish American Chamber The Progress Partners North Fulton Atlanta, GNFCC’s economic development initiative, recently welcomed delegates from the Turkish American Chamber at its office. The 30-member delegation was greeted by Roswell Mayor Jere Wood and other local officials. Tarik Celik, Chairman of the Turkish American Chamber of Commerce, brought the group to Atlanta to educate them on investment opportunities, current incentives and why they should do business in Metro Atlanta.
GNFCC February Student Athletes of the Month Left to right: Eric Douglas, XL212; Roger Rickman, Fellowship Christian School; Rebecca Cessna, Johns Creek High School; and Al Nash, Progress Partners North Fulton Atlanta. (Photo provided by Clark Savage, Clayton CameraCraft, Inc.)
Upcoming GNFCC Events APRIL 24 April Eggs & Enterpriser Country Club of the South, Johns Creek
APRIL 28 GNFCC Chairman’s Gala The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead Contact Sarah LaDart for ticket info at (678) 397-0564 or sladart@gnfcc.com
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Don’t Fear The Fever
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• Fever with a rash or new bruising; • Labored breathing that does not return to normal with correction of the fever; • Fever with localized pain (ear pain, sore throat, severe headache, neck stiffness, pain with urination, abdominal pain); • Fever with lethargy (not just a sleepy baby or child, but one with inability to make eye contact or lack of response to your voice), confusion, refusal to walk, persistent crying and cannot be consoled; • Fever with concerns for dehydration (whether due to vomiting or diarrhea or just lack of intake); • Parents just feel like “something is really wrong” (parental gut instinct matters, no one knows your child like you do!) Try not to get too fixated on the degree of fever (except in the case of a newborn). In general, focus on the child, not the number. Ultimately, when you are worried about your child, let your pediatrician evaluate them. If nothing is significantly wrong, you’ll be greatly reassured. If your child is sick, your pediatrician will help you find the best way to help your child return to good health as soon as possible.
Child Abuse Awareness Month
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To learn more about how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to childhood sexual abuse, please call the Anna Crawford Children’s Center at (770) 345-8100 and schedule a Darkness to Light training class. Training classes are offered at its Canton Center and can also be provided at off-site locations, including churches, businesses or neighborhoods. Please join the Anna Crawford Children’s Center and Williamson Bros. BBQ on Monday, April 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the Square in downtown Canton for a luncheon in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month. All proceeds benefit the Anna Crawford Children’s Center. Look for other businesses supporting the “cause” in the month of April. The Center works with law enforcement, DFCS and the DA’s Office to investigate allegations of abuse and champion the needs of sexually and physically abused children. All services are offered at no charge.
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First Visit By The First Birthday
continued from page 35
The bottom line is that by making the establishment of a dental home a priority early in your child’s life, you are setting the stage for a great relationship between your child and their dentist. As a result you are setting the stage for great oral health care for your child!
Successful Retirement
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as you confidently make major purchasing decisions down the road and look forward to a fruitful retirement. Professional investment advisors are not all alike, so take the time to actually interview and get to know 2-3 individuals before you decide to hire them. Many, if not all, will offer financial investment products such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, 529 plans, 401k plans and IRA’s. During your evaluation process, ask about their qualifications, obtain references from other clients with similar backgrounds to your own, and get a written breakdown of fees associated with their services.
Concerns About Vaccinations
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and pertussis, do not support this conclusion. The point is children are a gift to us. It is our responsibility to look at what we put into their bodies that can affect their minds and their long term health. Everyone knows to eat healthy; buying organic or fresh fruits and vegetables, cutting out the processed foods that have so many dyes and chemicals in them you can’t pronounce most of them. If your child has a health problem, look at the food he/she is eating and change it for 2 weeks and see if it helps to improve their health. Look at the chemicals that may be affecting them, their environment. It is not just vaccines, but the foods, the environment, the toxins that are causing our children to deteriorate in health. Lets take care of them.
Last Water Heater You Will Buy
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on demand without holding any water in a tank on reserve. This means that they also are a very good choice to be installed in an area where a leak or failure could cause damage since they have no water in them to leak. Either one is a very attractive option to consider when the old builder grade heater in your home starts nearing the 10 year old mark or it is rusty or leaking. They truly will be the “last water heater you buy.”
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