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Publisher’s note The Importance of “Real” Relationships
Co-owners Michelle and Brian Meek
Ok, now let me say, this is only my opinion before I go making anyone mad. My take on social media is often skewed. Sometimes I wonder how much weight social media should carry in my real friendships. Those I connect with, especially those from years gone by, are real friendships — ones that were less than an arm’s length and where the spoken word was relied upon and may have played a vital role in the relationship’s development. The weight I am speaking of is how some relationships come back to life through one of these social media outlets. It’s funny how just as quickly as they rekindle, I sometimes look for the “hide” button. Lost in my effort to compete to see who has the most friends, I then question, yeah, maybe that’s why we haven’t spoken in 20 years!
Scanning through, it’s all about the convenience of saying yes to this one, ignoring that one, or yes, but you’re on a short leash, buddy! Is that how we now build our friendships with conditions based on the number one posts per day (interruptions), whether or not they’re funny, dumb, or even advertisements? All the meaningful friendships I ever made were hardly ever managed from arm’s length and if they became that way, they didn’t last long. So, why is it that we bask in the ability now to keep them there? I got caught in one of these situations and, admittedly, I was a rookie to Facebook (not that I’m an expert now) and made a decision that drew gasps from my “friends.” Ok, so Facebook carries more weight than what I first gave credit, but my question is, should it? A close friend of mine from years ago and I reconnected on Facebook. He is a great guy, extremely intelligent, funny and a family guy just like me. So, connecting again after many years was awesome. That was until I felt that some of his posts took shots at my beliefs. At first I ignored them and thought that’s just him being funny. But they became a little more across the line of what I perceived as “thought provoking” or “conversation engaging” and, least of all, funny. At this point, I decided to message him to talk about how I felt, to see if he was interested in debating the topic, and to see if I could convey why some of what he posted went too far, in my opinion. After all, this was just a Facebook account and it shouldn’t have anything to do with our “real” friendship, right? Well, the debates began and so did the challenge of debating an intelligent guy who lacked belief in anything on which I base my whole life. During these discussions, he posted one more thing that made me say enough, so I “unfriended” him. Right now many of you are thinking, “Oh no you didn’t!” Well, yes, I did, and apparently you’re right, and so I found that Facebook friendships carry more weight than I thought. Fortunately, he and I are still “real” friends, although we stopped conversations over the issues at hand. One of the lessons I learned was that as convenient and, for lack of a better word, cool Facebook can be, it is no replacement for a true friendship. I look sometimes at how many “FB friends” I have and it makes me laugh because while some have many more than I, I would still have one more if I only knew there was a “hide” button. I think there is never anything more important than the relationships I have with those who know my daily events and goings on and they don’t have to turn on their computer or smart phone to learn it. I hope I am never at a loss for the relationships with friends that are friends in real life and not just social media. Hey Andy, what are we doing this weekend? I’ll text you! Brian Meek, Publisher (770) 720-7497, bmeek@footprintspublishing.com
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Saturdays–Mid-October DOWNTOWN ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET Time: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Old Canton Street Downtown Alpharetta Information: You will find farmers with fruits and vegetables, gardeners with fresh flowers and plants, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods from yummy desserts to local raw honey and homemade sauces and jellies. Held each Saturday through mid-October. (404) 402-5389, candawood@ bellsouth.net, www.alpharettafarmersmarket.com
May 4 EMORY JOHNS CREEK HOSPITAL HEALTH FESTIVAL Time: 8-11 a.m. Location: 6325 Hospital Parkway Johns Creek Information: The health festival will include a 5K Scrub Run; free screenings for cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, bone density and BMI calculations; health and wellness education; meet-and-greet with Emory Johns Creek physicians and Johns Creek Police and Fire; a Kids Zone; and electronics recycling and documents shredding. Admission is free (registration fee for 5K race). www.emoryjohnscreek.com
SPRING PLANT SALE Time: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Smith Plantation 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell Information: Sponsored by the Roswell Garden Club, the spring plant sale will include perennials, annuals, herbs and heirlooms. Specific growing conditions and instructions will be provided. All proceeds will benefit Roswell Garden Club community projects. Parking is available at Roswell City Hall. www.roswellgardenclub.com
DRAKE WALK Time: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Historic Downtown Roswell Information: The fourth-annual Drake Walk is a family event with walking routes of various distances through historic Roswell, followed by a Finish Line Festival with refreshments and family fun. The walk will start at the Roswell United Methodist Church parking lot at the corner of Mimosa Boulevard and Magnolia Street. www.thedrakewalk.org
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Things to do in North Fulton
RIVERSIDE SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES Time: 7 p.m. Location: Riverside Park 575 Riverside Road, Roswell Information: A free concert will be held the first Saturday of the month, through October. The featured performer for the May 4 concert will be Chris Thomas King. (770) 641-3705
May 6 MARY MCLAIN SMITH THEATRE ARTS GOLF CUP Time: 11 a.m. Location: Woodmont Country Club 3105 Gaddis Road, Canton Information: Georgia Ensemble Theatre’s annual golf fundraiser is named for Mary McClain, who originally organized the event. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit Georgia Ensemble Theatre’s educational and outreach programs. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. and will include lunch, with a shotgun start at 12 p.m. A silent auction and awards ceremony will be held at the clubhouse following the tournament. (770) 641-1260 x 222, www.get.org
May 8 ‘GAME ON’ BOOK SIGNING Time: 3-7 p.m. Location: Jackie’s Embroidery, 5172 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta Information: Author and Johns Creek resident Tracy Solheim will be signing copies of her first book, “Game On.” Wine and refreshments will be served. www.tracysolheim.com
May 9 TASTE OF ALPHARETTA Time: 5-10 p.m. Location: 2 S. Main St. Downtown Alpharetta Information: The Taste of Alpharetta dining festival celebrates its 23rd year with more than 60 restaurants. Sample delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts along downtown streets. The event also will feature a music stage, culinary stage with cooking contests, and a Fun Zone. Free admission, parking and shuttles. Food tickets are $.50 each and restaurants participating in the Taste will charge $1-3 per food sample. Taste of Alpharetta is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 event. (678) 297-6048, www.alpharetta.ga.us
May 11 SUPER CPR SATURDAY Time: 9 a.m., 12 p.m. & 3 p.m. Location: Fire Station #62, 10925 Rogers Circle, Johns Creek Information: Johns Creek firefighters and paramedics will teach basic lifesaving classes, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator, as part of the City of Johns Creek’s Heart Ready program. Attendance at one of the three classes is required for certification. Ages 12 and up. (678) 512-3221, Thomas.Johnson@JohnsCreekGA.gov
ROSWELL BEER FESTIVAL Time: 12-5 p.m. Location: Pastis Restaurant parking lot 928 Canton St., Roswell Information: Star House Foundation will host a fundraising beer festival that will feature assorted craft and local beers provided by United Distributors and local breweries. The Bruce Jones Band will perform live. Ages 21 and up. Tickets are available at the door or online. Star House Foundation is a 501(3)c nonprofit organization that provides after-school educational programming and summer camps for at-risk children in grades K-12. www.starhousefoundation.org/rbf/
MOTHER-DAUGHTER/GRANDDAUGHTER LUNCHEON Time: 11 a.m. Location: Adult Activity Center at North Park Alpharetta Information: Celebrate Mother’s Day with the special ladies in your life at the MotherDaughter/Granddaughter Luncheon, cosponsored by the City of Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department and the Alpharetta Golden Age Club. This event is free, but preregistration is required. All participants are asked to bring a covered dish to share. The Club will provide the meat. (678) 297-6140, activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us
CONCERT UNDER THE STARS Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Johns Creek Presbyterian Church 10950 Bell Road, Johns Creek Information: Presented by the Johns Creek Presbyterian Church Academy of Fine Arts, Concert Under the Stars will feature The Dan
Baraszu Trio with Laura Coyle. Proceeds from the concert will benefit CanCare, a nonprofit organization that provides no-cost, emotional support programs for cancer patients and their families. A silent auction and dinner will be held at 4:30 p.m. before the concert. Food and drinks will be available for purchase through The Happy Belly-Curbside Kitchen, featuring “farm to street” food. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. A limited number of VIP tables also are available. (404) 310-0469, cancareconcert@bellsouth.net
ROCKIN’ ON THE RIVER Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell Information: The “Rockin’ on the River” gala will benefit the Chattahoochee Nature Center. The event will include a VIP reception for patrons and sponsors at 6:30 p.m., with the main party beginning at 7:30 p.m. Guests will be treated to fabulous food, delicious desserts, live music, and cocktails. Other festivities will include a silent auction. (770) 992-2055, ext. 226, www.chattnaturecenter.org
May 11 & 12 COLORS FESTIVAL OF ARTS Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Location: Historic Roswell Town Square 610 Atlanta St., Roswell Information: Presented by the Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Roswell Junior Woman’s Club, the 23rd Annual Colors Festival of Arts will feature celebrated artists from across the Southeast, children’s activities, food and musical entertainment. Shuttles will run from Roswell City Hall to the Town Square throughout the weekend. The event is free. Proceeds will support the Roswell Junior Woman’s Club community projects. (770) 640-3253, www.visitroswellga.com/festival-arts.html
May 18 Family Festival & Taste of the Walk Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Johns Creek Walk 11030 Medlock Bridge Road Johns Creek Information: Hosted by the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce and the Johns Creek Walk Merchants, this family-friendly event will include games, a petting zoo, demonstrations, tastings from restaurants, music, and fun for all ages! Vendor spaces are still available. www.johnscreekchamber.com
May 18–September 14 RIVERSIDE FARMERS’ MARKET Time: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Roswell City Hall parking lot 38 Hill St., Roswell Information: The Riverside Farmers’ Market will be held each Saturday, May 18-September 14. Vendors will offer farmfresh vegetables; sun-ripened fresh fruit and berries; fragrant herbs; beautiful flowers and plants; organic compost; artisan cheeses; organic herbal soaps; and more. In addition, the farmers’ market will feature live music, lectures and demonstrations. (770) 231-4214, jrolando@uga.edu
May 24 THE SECOND CITY Time: 8 p.m. Location: Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest St., Roswell Information: Chicago’s legendary sketch comedy theatre, The Second City: Laughing Matters, will perform some of its best sketches, songs and improvisations from its 52-year history. Tickets are available online. www.roswellgov.com
May 25 FREE STROKE SCREENINGS Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Northside Hospital 980 Johnson Ferry Road Sandy Springs Information: In honor of National Stroke Awareness Month in May, Northside Hospital will offer free screenings to determine risk for stroke, heart disease and diabetes. Screenings also will be offered at the hospital’s campuses in Cherokee (1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton; May 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and Forsyth (1200 Northside Forsyth Drive, Cumming; May 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.). The screenings are free, but registration is required. Call (404) 845-5555 and press “0” to schedule an appointment.
MOVIES AT RIVERSIDE PARK Location: Riverside Park 575 Riverside Road, Roswell Information: The featured movie will be “Wreck It Ralph” (PG). Bring a picnic along with your lawn chairs and blankets, enjoy great music, play on the playgrounds, then settle in for movie fun. Food and drinks may be purchased at the concession stand. The movie will begin at dark.
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May 27 ROSWELL REMEMBERS MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: The grounds at City Hall 38 Hill St., Roswell Information: Roswell Remembers Memorial Celebration is the largest of its kind in Georgia. The ceremony will feature an Armed Forces tribute, a 21-gun salute, the Atlanta Wind Symphony, barbecue picnic, a guest speaker, and more. The display will open at 10 a.m.; the ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. (770) 640-3253, www.roswellmemorialday.com
May 31 ST. BENEDICT’S WOMEN’S GUILD HOLIDAY BAZAAR exhibitor application deadline Location: St. Benedict Catholic Church 11045 Parsons Road Johns Creek Information: The annual Holiday Bazaar, hosted by the Women’s Guild at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Johns Creek, will feature artisans’ crafts, food, music and raffles. The Holiday Bazaar is scheduled for 9 a.m.5:30 p.m., November 9, but the deadline for exhibitor applications for the juried show is May 31. For an application and more details, contact Angela Riordan (770-5584232) or Donna Augello (770-623-5718). stbenedictholidaybazaar@yahoo.com
June 3 GUNS & HOSES GOLF TOURNAMENT Time: 8:30 a.m. Location: St. Ives Country Club 1 St. Ives Country Club Drive Johns Creek Information: The third-annual Greg Whitaker Memorial Guns & Hoses Golf Tournament is hosted by the Johns Creek Fire Department and Johns Creek Business Association. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Other events will include a silent auction. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit Police and Fire families within the Johns Creek Public Safety Foundation in times of need. Team registration and sponsorships are still available. No onsite registration. admin@johnscreekba.com, www.johnscreekba.com/golf
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Straight-forward Pricing
by Nick Roper Have you ever scheduled work to be done on your home based on a price quote you were given? Have you ever gotten ready to pay your bill based upon that quote, but the price was much higher than the quote? Most people Nick Roper oversees business have encountered this issue development for H&H Electric and at some point or another and, Security LLC. He can be reached understandably, are not very at (770) 735-1136 or visit happy when they are told one www.hhelectric.org. price but have to pay another. However, some companies are taking a stance to ensure this does not happen. Various service-based companies, including some that provide electrical services, have implemented a solution to this issue by using a variation of what we call “straight-forward pricing.”
Straight-forward pricing allows businesses to give clients a 100 percent accurate total up-front before any work is done in their home. The first step in straight-forward pricing is an in-home visit from a company’s highly trained and certified technician. Don’t hesitate to ask questions about the technician who will be visiting your home before you schedule any work to be completed. A reputable company will be happy to provide credentials about their technicians, who also should have been cleared with a background check and drug screen prior to employment. As part of straight-forward pricing, the technician will sit down with you and explain every detail of what your particular project will involve, as well as the cost for completing the work. Before any work is started, you will know to the penny what it will cost to complete the job, even if the job takes a little longer than expected. In the extremely rare case that a problem is misdiagnosed, straight-forward pricing will give you peace of mind that your concerns will be taken seriously, the job will be completed, and that the price that was originally quoted will not increase. Many companies will give a low-ball price estimate over the continued on page 68
LYME DISEASE Awareness Month
by Valli Caldwell
Last year, Governor Nathan Deal proclaimed May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month to encourage the citizens of Georgia to become better educated about this illness and learn how they can protect themselves from infection. Valli and Jay Caldwell are co-owners of Critter Control Lyme disease is caused by a located at 8565 Hickory Flat Road, spiral-shaped bacteria, known as Woodstock. (770) 663-6260, spirochetes. The Lyme spirochete www.crittercontrolofatlanta.com is named borrelia burgdorferi for its discoverer, Dr. Willy Burgdorfer. Lyme disease is spread through the bite of ticks, which carry borrelia burgdorferi bacterium. It can infect any organ of the body, including the brain, heart, joints and nervous system.
Ticks feed on deer, mice, rats, squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, birds, reptiles and other animals and may also pick up other diseases from
these animals. Ticks carry not only Lyme Disease but also other diseases, such as Babesia, Ehrlichia, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Anaplasma, Mycoplasma and Bartonella. Most people become infected with Lyme Disease through the bite of an infected tick. Many times it is a nymphal tick. Nymphs are the size of a poppy seed and many people do not notice or remove them. The bite is painless as well, so many times people do not even know they have been bitten. Springtime is when the nymphal ticks emerge. Most people notice adult ticks, as they are much larger (usually by late summer and early fall). The longer an infected tick is attached the greater the chances of infection. The proper way to remove a tick is to grasp it with tweezers as close to the skin as possible, careful not to leave the head behind in the skin. It is important to save the tick in a plastic bag with a moist cotton ball so you can send it to a laboratory for testing. You should consult your physician about the need for preventative treatment while you wait for the results, as early treatment can prevent long-term damage. Many Lyme patients never get the signature “bulls-eye” rash, which is what most doctors want to see before treating a patient. Symptoms of Lyme Disease include the following: • • • • • • •
Flu-like illness with high fever Rash (40% or more patients develop a classic “bulls-eye”) Bell’s palsy Heart palpitations Stiff neck with headache Cognitive problems Eye problems, such as light sensitivity and blurred vision
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Chronic joint pain, joint swelling and arthritis Insomnia and night sweats Panic attacks and irritability, mood disorders Difficulty concentrating and cognitive issues Muscle pain and twitching
Lyme Disease is known as the “Great Imitator” because it can look like other diseases, such as fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, MS, ALS, ADHD and Parkinson’s. Prevention of Lyme Disease includes: • • • • •
Avoiding tick-infested areas during high risk seasons Applying a tick/mosquito spray that contains permethrin on your clothing and DEET on your skin Controlling ticks in your yard and on your pets year round Controlling wildlife that carries ticks onto your property Making sure to check yourself, children and pets, as ticks in Georgia are active year round but prefer humid days over 60 degrees
As a Lyme patient myself, I highly recommend saving any ticks removed from yourself, children and pets in order to send them to a laboratory for testing. Awareness, prevention and testing are key in controlling the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. Information regarding testing can be found at www.igenex.com. For more information, visit www.georgialymedisease.org. North Fulton | may 2013 10 My
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Re-Bath® and 5-Day Kitchens™ are expanding into the Atlanta area to offer customers the best value, selection and quality for their bathroom and kitchen remodeling projects. Re-Bath has been in business since 1978 and expanded to include kitchen refacing five years ago — a natural progression from bathrooms to kitchens. The company’s offices and showroom will be located in the Kohl’s shopping center at 622 W. Crossville Road, Suite 200, Roswell. Brad Zuber, the local franchise owner, moved from the Chicago area 26 years ago. Brad and his wife, Judy, have lived in Roswell since their move south. Judy has worked for the Fulton County school district for more than 20 years, and the couple has two grown daughters and one grandson. Brad coached girls’ softball in Roswell for many years and enjoys living in the Roswell community. Having already worked in the kitchen business, Brad was looking to partner with a strong company that had a strong history. While most companies just do kitchen or bathroom remodeling. Re-Bath and 5-Day Kitchens offers the homeowner the convenience of dealing with just one
company for both types of projects. Most homes have a kitchen or bathroom project on their to-do list and, after experiencing the quality of one project, are so pleased with the results that they will use the same company for the other project. Brad Zuber is franchise owner of ReBath and 5-Day Kitchens Atlanta. (770) 870-1855, brad@rebathatlanta.com, www.rebathatlanta.com
Re-Bath will do partial or total bathroom remodeling — always tearing down to the studs to check for any water damage and never covering up existing problems. 5-Day Kitchens will give your kitchen a whole new look without replacing your current cabinets in just five days.
Servicing Fulton, Cobb, Cherokee, Forsyth, Gwinett and Dekalb counties, Re-Bath and 5-Day Kitchens Atlanta is ready to serve the market in quality, affordable bath and kitchen remodeling.
HOW TO BUY A Business
by Chris Miller, Esq. As the U.S. economy heads back into a growth mode, entrepreneurs are pulling cash out from under their mattresses and using that capital to start or acquire a business. If you are thinking about how to build a better mousetrap, and want to step into a business that has already developed its customers and a name for itself, here are some things to do before signing on the dotted line:
Chris Miller is an attorney at Robinson & Miller, P.C. Attorneys at Law. He can be reached at (770) 817-4999 or by emailing cmiller@robinsonmiller.com. www.robinsonmiller.com
Get to know the leaders. The secret to long-term growth is to treat customers with respect and to have integrity in your dealings so that people want to come back and buy again. The value of any business often depends on its future revenue stream, so focus on how those numbers will be realized. Do customers have locked-in contracts, or do they simply send in purchase orders when they need them? In either case, the reputation you are buying into will color your attitude and the mood of your clients for a long time to come. Look behind the curtain. When researching an operating business, it is customary to get promises from the seller that the business is not involved in litigation and has no clouds on the title to its assets. But that’s not enough. It is important to also search the UCC records available at the Secretary of State and the docket of the Superior Court Clerk’s office. You may find that an old, paid-off loan was never fully cancelled, or that outstanding judgments prevent the seller from transferring free title to the property. Think about a rainy day. Every business has interruptions to its cash flow and unanticipated expenses. When investing in a company, be sure to maintain a reserve of enough cash to cover the gaps. Reaching your borrowing limit is a sobering prospect for a business owner, and a feeling that you will want to avoid. Sign a letter of intent with confidentiality promises at the beginning of your research and then sign a final agreement. Too often, business transactions get started with a handshake and then fall apart before closing. Think ahead about the consequences of a blown deal before you invest too many resources and too much time in any potential transaction. North Fulton | may 2013 12 My
Between the hedges Leyland Dieback
by Louise Estabrook Agricultural and Natural Resources Agent About this time every year, I receive dozens of calls from area residents concerning Leyland cypress trees. And the question most frequently asked by homeowners is, “Why are the branches on my Leylands turning brown and dying?” Information about Extension Solutions The reason that limbs are for Homes and Gardens can be browning and dying right now found on the University of Georgia is largely due to two disease Cooperative Extension website, www. caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee. problems: Seiridium blight Or contact the Cherokee County and Botryosphaeria canker, Extension Office, 100 North St., Suite both of which are caused by G21, Canton, GA, (770) 479-0418. fungus. Even I have noticed a large number of Leylands in the Cherokee County area with brown or yellowish-brown limbs, so I recently contacted Dr. Jean Woodward, a plant pathologist with the University of Georgia Extension in Athens, and asked her which disease was presently causing the problem and how to tell the difference. According to Dr. Woodward, one of the easiest and best ways to tell the difference between Seiridium and Bot canker is to run your hands across the branches of newly affected trees. If the needles fall off upon touching, then it is Seiridium. If the leaves stay attached, then it is Botryosphaeria. Most often, the follow-up question to “What is killing my Leyland plants?” is “What can I do to stop this?” Proper irrigation during hot, dry periods is essential in helping to prevent these diseases. But, what about after the disease is already present? On trees already infected, the best control is to prune the brown (dead) branches from the tree. This will make the tree look better and also reduce disease spread by reducing the fungal inoculum. Once this is done, then irrigation is the best remedy to prevent any smaller cankers from expanding to kill more of the plant. The one thing that needs to be stressed for Leylands showing brown or dead branches now is that the original infection probably occurred years ago, but the symptoms are only now becoming evident as the cankers have enlarged. Therefore, fungicides are not very effective in controlling the diseases at this time. continued on page 68 www.footprintspublishing.com
Brooksgate Stable Inc. in Canton is a full-service facility specializing in hunters, ponies, jumpers and equitation. Originally located in Alpharetta, Brooksgate Stable has been in business for more than 30 years. The current stable is twice the size of the original farm — providing horses more turn-out with a state-ofthe-art facility that caters to horse and rider. Owner/trainer Elizabeth Warmington offers riding lessons for beginners, intermediate and more experienced riders. In addition, Elizabeth has produced champions locally and nationally in the short stirrup, medium pony, and large pony divisions. She has guided juniors to the children’s hunter, large junior hunter’s division championships, and national equitation finalists. Elizabeth and her family, along with the full-time stable crew, reside on the property — ensuring the horses receive all the care, supervision and security they need. Brooksgate Stable prides itself on giving riders and horses the individual attention and training they need to excel. Brooksgate Stable Inc. in Canton is conveniently located to serve residents in nearby Woodstock, Roswell, Alpharetta and Cumming.
Atul Chutani Submitted by: Diya Chutani, 9, Alpharetta
The best thing about my mom is that she’s always there for me whenever I need her — like helping when I have problems with a friend or have nightmares. The list could go on forever. She never lets me down. Next, what we like to do together are crafts, painting our nails, and shopping. We have so much fun together! The most important lesson my mom taught me was to believe in myself. Whenever I feel like giving up, I don’t — because my mom said never to give up and stop believing in myself. She is the best mom ever.
Leighanne L ittrell Submitted by: Baylee Littrell, 10, Alpharetta
My mom is a wonderful, caring, loving person. She wants others to be happy. She prays for everyone and she’ll do anything to help others. She taught me to always try and to never give up. If I give up and stop trying, I’ll never accomplish anything. My mom and I love to do all kinds of things together. Our favorite thing is going to the beach. We sit and watch the sunsets and play music. We try to catch crabs and we love collecting seashells. Our absolute favorite thing to do is to build giant sand castles. My mom is amazing!
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Esther Muench Submitted by: Mattea Muench, 10, Roswell
My mom has so many great qualities, but personally, I really think the best thing about my mom is the fact that her love for me never waivers. She is always beside me, showing me her constant compassion. I love reading with her, or just sitting with her and talking. I like spending time with her because she teaches me about myself. The most important lesson she has ever taught me is to be strong. I love her more than anything, and I think she should be a “Best Mother of North Fulton!�
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Submitted by: Lindsey McCabe, 12, Johns Creek Why is my mom the greatest?
My mom is one of the strongest, most courageous individuals I know. She always sets a great example for her kids. One of the things I love to do with her is get smoothies. My mom drives me to school every day and sometimes we will stop at Lifetime for a smoothie beforehand. In 100 words or less, that is why my mom is the greatest!
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What’s Cookin’ Strawberry Limeade Margaritas
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Shared from Farmhouse Favorites by Kim Guzewich (Kid-friendly and adult version)
1 can frozen limeade ½ can Sprite 2 c. frozen strawberries Pulp of 2 limes (Add tequila to taste for
Cinco de Mayo Quick and Easy Blender Salsa Shared by Lisa Hayes
14 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 tsp. honey
10 oz. can original Rotel
½ tsp. salt
½ small onion, roughly chopped
¼ tsp. ground cumin
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed ½-1 jalapeno, seeded or not (depends on how spicy you like it)
Small to medium size handful of cilantro, washed Juice of 1 lime
Put all the ingredients in the base of a food processor or good blender and pulse to combine for 30 seconds or so until all the ingre dients are finely chopped and salsa is desired consistency. Taste for seasoning and adjust to taste. Serve with tortilla chip s or over tacos.
adult version) Combine all ingredients in blender. Serve in mason jars or margarita glasses.
Taco Dip
Shared by Candice Williams Please send us your favorite “Kids in the Kitchen” recipes for June. With summertime almost here, it’s a great time to spend quality time together and get the kids helping in the kitchen too! Email your recipe to mmeek@footprintspublishing.com.
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Jeff Kincaid, D.M.D., M.S., of Kincaid Orthodontics, located in Roswell and Woodstock, has been helping patients to achieve a beautiful smile for the past 26 years. Throughout his career as an orthodontist, Dr. Kincaid has built his practice around not just creating beautiful smiles but also creating individual relationships with his patients. “We try to be a ‘throwback’ office with a ‘down home’ approach to patient care,” says Dr. Kincaid. “We work hard to get to know our patients and build one-on-one relationships. It’s important to us that we connect with our patients. We strive to set Kincaid Orthodontics apart by making our patients feel a part of our family.”
Kincaid Orthodontics’ “down home” approach to customer service includes patients and parents alike. Dr. Kincaid and the entire staff spend time getting to know patients (and parents) by name, learning about their interests, and answering any questions so that they feel comfortable. “Patients need to relate to and feel comfortable with their orthodontist, because they’ll invest a lot of time and money in the course of treatment,” he says. “It’s important to me to spend time with my patients, but I’m also very laid-back. I like to tell jokes and have fun. To me, people skills are just as important as orthodontic skills.”
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Dr. Kincaid and his staff appointments. And, participate in local events patients can access their in both Roswell and account information and Woodstock to connect with make online payments patients and parents and through Kincaid to engage others in the Orthodontics’ secure, community. Most recently, online patient login Kincaid Orthodontics tool. “By using the latest has supported local Girl technology and moving Scout cookie sales, school to a digital charts records fundraisers, sports teams, system, we’re essentially a fall festivals, community paperless office,” says Dr. parades, and other Kincaid. “It’s made us more community events. Dr. efficient as a staff and more Kincaid also writes a blog efficient for our patients.” on his website (www. kincaidsmiles.com) to Advancements in help educate patients and orthodontic technology parents about orthodontic have also helped make care and address common treatment a more issues and misconceptions comfortable experience for about orthodontics. patients. “Many patients Kincaid Orthodontics still have the misperception also uses social media, that orthodontic care including Facebook and is painful, but the Dr. Kincaid’s fun, family-like approach to Twitter, to stay connected discomfort is minimal patient care combined with technology that makes with patients — with with new technology,” contests, trivia, and other says Dr. Kincaid. Selftreatment convenient, comfortable and affordable fun features. “We like to ligating brackets, for for patients has resonated throughout the Roswell, post photos of patients example, are smaller while they’re in the office in profile and present Woodstock and surrounding communities. for a check-up or celebrate less friction — which when they get their braces minimizes discomfort off,” says Dr. Kincaid. “We like to try and also reduces treatment time by In addition to making orthodontic different things to make things fun for approximately 25 percent. Invisalign treatment fun for patients, Dr. Kincaid our patients and help them to get to and Invisalign Teen offer a cosmetic tries to make it convenient and know us better.” solution to patients who otherwise easy. The two locations in Roswell may have been reluctant to orthodontic and Woodstock offer more flexible Another fun feature at Kincaid treatment through traditional braces. appointment scheduling for patients Orthodontics is Ortho Bucks. With “More and more patients are opting for who live or work in the area. Seamless, every office visit, patients can earn the cosmetic correction in a cosmetic shared computer technology between Ortho Bucks redeemable for fun environment that Invisalign offers,” the two offices allows patients to prizes like toys, T-shirts, movie passes, says Dr. Kincaid, noting that Kincaid call either location and have instant gift cards and certificates. The more Orthodontics is one of the top Invisalign access to their information, he patients keep their appointments, providers in the Metro Atlanta area. says, regardless of the office where wear rubber bands or other AcceleDent System is another new they are treated regularly. Patients orthodontic appliances, and earn good orthodontic treatment offered at Kincaid can request appointment times or grades, the more Ortho Bucks they can Orthodontics. As its name implies, the reschedule existing appointments via earn. Best of all, Ortho Bucks aren’t AcceleDent System uses a small mouth email or Facebook. Text and email just for kids. Adult patients can earn device and technology to move the teeth reminders make it easy for patients Ortho Bucks as well. faster and accelerate treatment by up to to stay informed about upcoming 18 My North Fulton | may 2013
50 percent. “It’s really easy — patients just wear the mouthpiece for 20 minutes every day while they’re watching TV, reading or even driving,” he says. “They don’t have to do anything. The AcceleDent device does all the work by itself.” These newer technologies also mean patients can enjoy longer periods between appointments and still stay on schedule (provided they follow instructions and wear appliances as recommended). Dr. Kincaid says new advancements also make it possible to treat more problems at a later stage, reducing costs at the same time. “Keeping up with technology is a key factor in what distinguishes a great orthodontist from a good orthodontist.” Along with more treatment options, Dr. Kincaid and his staff offer a variety of payment options to make orthodontic care affordable for patients. Patients can choose from low down payments, affordable monthly payments, or finance through CareCredit. Kincaid Orthodontics also offers discounts if paid in full and discounts for multiple family members. “We try to make orthodontic care affordable, so patients don’t feel like they’re taking on a huge financial burden just to get the treatment they need,” he says.
Dr. Kincaid’s fun, family-like approach to patient care combined with technology that makes treatment convenient, comfortable and affordable for patients has resonated throughout the Roswell, Woodstock and surrounding communities. Kincaid Orthodontics recently was voted “My Community Favorite” by readers in both Woodstock and Roswell. “We know patients have many choices in orthodontists today,” says Dr. Kincaid. “We’re humbled and excited that our patients recognize the hard work we put into providing quality orthodontic care.”
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Recently, the team at My Community Monthly celebrated with the winners of the 2013 My Community Favorites Awards. This year’s awards recipients from Fulton and Cherokee counties gathered for an evening to recognize each area business that was voted My Community Favorite by the readers. Thank you to all who were in attendance. Congratulations!
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by Michelle Martin, editor@mynorthfultonmonthly.com
LearningRx (3538 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta) has opened a new franchise under the direction of Cindy Pierson. LearningRx’s revolutionary one-on-one cognitive training program focuses on the source of the struggle, not the symptoms. The LearningRx program strengthens the underlying brain skills that determine how information is perceived, processed and used so that people of all ages can reach their potential. It has been proven to increase IQ; improve grades; slow the effects of Alzheimer’s; relieve attention problems related to ADD/ADHD; lessen the symptoms of Autism; increase self-confidence; decrease anxiety; and much more. Hours of operation are 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, and 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday; training hours vary. (770) 475-3276, www.learningrx.com/alpharetta-johns-creek
Mambo’s Café (4915 Windward Parkway, Suite 130, Alpharetta) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of its new location. The restaurant serves authentic Cuban cuisine, from Cuban sandwiches to Cuban steaks, seafood, mojitos and more. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday-Thursday, and 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday. (770) 753-4354, www.mambos-cafe.com
Senior Services North Fulton (3060 Royal Blvd., S., Suite 130, Alpharetta) held an Open House and ribbon cutting ceremony for its new corporate office. The nonprofit organization, which has served senior adults in North Fulton since 1991, also launched a new logo with fresh colors and an updated design. Senior Services North Fulton has senior centers in Alpharetta/Crabapple, Roswell and Sandy Springs — providing in-home assistance, Meals on Wheels, transportation, wellness, and other senior services and resources. (770) 993-1906, www.ssnorthfulton.org
Talk of the Table (410 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 218, Cumming) recently opened at The Collection at Forsyth. The wine and cheese boutique features a vast selection of wines and cheeses, accessories and gifts, and offers tastings twice a week. Choose from the store’s many items to create custom wine and cheese baskets, or have Talk of the Table’s knowledgeable staff create a gift basket perfect for the occasion. Hours of operation are 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Saturday. (678) 965-4003, www.facebook.com/TalkOfTheTable
The City of Milton is seeking the names of local service men and women to add to its registry as part of the City of Milton’s sixth-annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Information on living veterans will be used for recognition purposes, while markers will be placed on Deerfield Parkway the week of the Memorial Day holiday to honor fallen veterans. Any deceased veteran of a Milton family is qualified to be honored with a marker. Living veterans will not receive markers. If you, a friend or someone in your family is or was a veteran, please complete the required form (available at www.cityofmiltonga.us). The City of Milton’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., May 27, at City Hall. North Fulton — Alpharetta | may 2013 24 My
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Kim Dodson Honored by Alpharetta Rotary
During a recent weekly meeting, the Rotary Club of Alpharetta presented a plaque to Kim Dodson, manager of Special Events Pictured, left to right: Kim Dodson, Mayor David for the City Belle Isle, and Alpharetta Rotarian Eric Douglas of Alpharetta, in recognition of her work on last year’s “Midsummer Night’s Mayor’s Run and Fun.” Mayor David Belle Isle voiced his appreciation for all of the work Dodson does for the city in the special events office. Dodson organizes and assists various organizations within the community to plan and produce events, such as the Arts Streetfest, Taste of Alpharetta, the Food Truck event, and the upcoming “Midsummer Night’s Mayor’s Run and Fun.” “We are grateful to Kim and recognize her for all her efforts in working with these groups to produce successful fundraisers and events,” said Bill Weeks, president of Rotary Club of Alpharetta.
Local Youth Baseball Programs to Host Benefit Tournament
Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association and Hopewell Youth Association will host a baseball tournament June 6-9 to benefit Coaches Curing Kids’ Cancer, a nonprofit organization that supports pediatric cancer research. The tournament will be held at Wills Park and Webb Bridge Park in Alpharetta and at Bell Memorial Park in Milton. The tournament will be for ages 6U-13U, in All Star and AA/AAA divisions, and will include a home-run derby contest hosted by Grand Slam Sports Center. Trophies will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams in each classification. For more information, contact Mike Olmsted at (770) 329-8093 or Andy Faw at (678) 984-5033. North Fulton — Alpharetta | may 2013 26 My
Milton Honors Local Volunteers
The City of Milton honored the community’s many volunteers at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, held recently at Milton City Hall. Michelle Boyea, city ambassador for the Milton chapter of the Young Men’s Service League (YMSL), was named Volunteer of the Year. Boyea, a Milton resident, has served as the city ambassador with YMSL since its founding two years ago. As ambassador, she worked closely with a number of Milton departments to coordinate volunteers for the Milton Roundup; Earth Day Festival; Adopt-a-Road clean-ups; planting and clean-up of Milton Fire Station No. 41; bi-annual Bulky Trash Amnesty Days; and Bring One for the Chipper tree recycling. Boyea will assume the role of chapter president next year. In addition, Cindy Eade, Milton’s sustainability coordinator, and Amanda Quintana, who served as Milton’s grant-funded community builder, also were honored for their work with the volunteer Milton Grows Green Committee, National Wildlife Habitat Project and Better Together. Eade has helped expand Milton Grows Green’s outreach projects while launching the National Wildlife Habitat Project. Her efforts were instrumental in Milton securing Green Communities certification from the Atlanta Regional Commission and winning the Clean Air Campaign’s Pace Award, as well as Milton being recognized as a “Community Wildlife Habitat” by the National Wildlife Federation. Quintana led Better Together from its inception in 2011 until the completion of its grant cycle in 2012. During that time, Better Together issued grants supporting neighborhood improvements, promoting neighborhood associations, and funding projects to bring community members together. Also, Better Together was able to vet, initiate and complete nine separate projects, including an adapted horse washing rack; a community art project; a bowling night for local youth; a sensory garden at Milton High School; landscaping at Milton Fire Station No. 43; two Living Room Conversations; a pet trick day in Crabapple; multiple service efforts for Milton-based Special Equestrians of Georgia; and picnic tables for Milton’s Volunteers of the Year (left to Milton-based Canine right): Cindy Eade, Michelle Boyea, Mayor Joe Lockwood and Amanda Quintana Assistants. www.footprintspublishing.com
by Amy Wertz Moreau
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t all started two summers ago. I was on vacation in California and found myself in a few quaint shops that sold wine and cheese. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly, and the atmosphere was very relaxed. Those shops were the kinds of places that just felt comfortable and made you want to go back. My inspiration for Talk of the Table came from that trip. I have had a lifelong passion for food and cooking, and more recently have developed a passion for wine as well. My desire to share those interests with others in a very approachable way, along
Talk of the Table, located at 410 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 218, Cumming, is a wine and cheese boutique and tasting room that features more than 125 various wines from all over the world. You’ll be able to get spectacular wines from Napa Valley, Calif., Washington, Oregon, France, Italy, Australia and lots of other corners in between. The wines were personally selected for their attention to detail and great price. In addition to the wines, there are about 25 different artisan cheeses hand-crafted from dairies near and far. Whether you’re looking for a hearty cheddar or a delicate triple cream, Talk of the Table’s helpful and knowledgeable staff will help you choose the right cheese
for any occasion. And, we can pair a wine and cheese for you to take home to enjoy! Join us Thursdays and Saturdays for tastings in our beautiful tasting room. Each tasting will feature four to six wines, along with select cheeses paired with each wine. The tastings will give you an opportunity to taste many different wines and cheeses — you might find a new favorite to talk about at your table! With our friendly and experienced staff, fine selection of wines and cheeses, and welcoming atmosphere, Talk of the Table will be more than your local wine and cheese store. Talk of the Table will offer you a wine and cheese experience that will keep you coming back. Stop by Talk of the Table at The Collection at Forsyth, next to Ariana and LensCrafters, in Cumming. Hope to see you soon!
LIBRARY
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library | Alpharetta Branch 238 Canton Street, Alpharetta 30009 For information, call (770) 740-2425, email: amy.alexander@fultoncountyga.gov, or visit www.afpls.org.
Family Story Time Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, movement and occasional crafts. Ages 0-5.
mayEvents Atlanta Junior Bridge Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Learn a fascinating card game and meet new friends. Improve math skills, develop critical thinking and have fun! Ages 10-18.
Sahaja Yoga & Meditation Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Yoga and meditation for relaxation. Adults.
Spanish songs, a bilingual story and interactive activity, this 30-minute story time will engage children in preschool through second grade. Young learners will walk with away with smiles and basic words and phrases.
Teen Boss May 9, 4:30 p.m. This workshop will teach young people how to start their own business that can set them on the road to entrepreneurship, self-confidence and money. This will offer more than just advice on grass cutting and babysitting (though discussions will be held about these time-tested business models). This workshop will encourage creativity and give good solid business information — from pricing and profits to customer service and marketing to licenses and taxes. Space is limited. Teens.
Alicia Etchison Concert
Spanish Bilingual Story Time
May 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
May 7, 10:30-11 a.m.
Join Alpharetta Library for an Alicia Etchison concert that will include acoustic finger-style guitar songs and story songs as peaceful and invigorating as the sunset on the beach. Ages 0-5.
Join lingual kids for a Spanish story time. Children all over Metro Atlanta have enjoyed their interactive story times. Complete with
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S C H O O L
Private Schools Alpharetta International Academy
Legacy Community Academy
Bridgeway Christian Academy
McGinnis Woods Country Day School
Chandler Academy
Mill Springs Academy
Chrysalis Experiential Academy
Mount Pisgah Christian School
Creme de la Creme-Alpharetta
Primrose School of Alpharetta
Eaton Academy
Primrose School of Christopher Robin
(770) 475-0558, www.aiamontessori.com (770) 751-1972, www.bridgewayca.org
(678) 624-2234, www.lookatlegacy.org (770) 664-7764, www.mcginniswoods.org
(770) 346-0509, www.chandleracademy.com (770) 649-7077, www.chrysalisexp.org
(770) 360-1336, www.millsprings.org (770) 336-3300, www.mountpisgahschool.org
(770) 777-2960, www.cremechildcare.com (770) 645-2673, www.eatonacademy.org
King’s Ridge Christian School
(770) 664-7508, www.primroseschools.com/Alpharetta (678) 339-0107 www.primroseschools.com/ChristopherRobin
(770) 754-5738, www.kingsridgecs.org
Public Schools Elementary Schools Alpharetta Elementary 192 Mayfield Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 740-7015 Principal: Adam Maroney
Birmingham Falls 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 Crossing 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: Debra Doss
Lake Windward Elementary 11770 E. Fox Court Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 740-7050 Principal: Martha Messina
Fulton County School District: www.fultonschools.org | (404) 768-3600 Manning Oaks Elementary
Hopewell Middle
Milton High
405 Cumming Street Alpharetta, GA 30004 (770) 667-2912 Principal: Kirk Shrum
13060 Cogburn Road Milton, GA 30004 (678) 297-3240 Principal: Lenora Patterson
13025 Birmingham Highway Alpharetta, GA 30004 (770) 740-7000 Principal: Cliff Jones
New Prospect Elementary
Northwestern Middle
Charter Schools
3055 Kimball Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022-4417 (770) 667-2800 Principal: Rako Morrissey
12805 Birmingham Highway Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2870 Principal: Jasmine Kullar
Summit Hill Elementary
Webb Bridge Middle
13855 Providence Road Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2830 Principal: Nancy Murphy
4455 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 667-2940 Principal: Susan Opferman
Middle Schools
High Schools
Fulton Science Academy Middle
Alpharetta High
Fulton Sunshine Academy
3595 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 521-7640 Principal: Shannon Kersey
1335 Northmeadow Parkway Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 410-1500 Principal: Murat Cetin
Cambridge High
Other Centers
1675 Hembree Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 753-4141 Principal: Kenan Sener
Haynes Bridge Middle 10665 Haynes Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022 (770) 740-7030 Principal: Lauren Seidman
Holcomb Bridge Middle 2700 Holcomb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30022 (770) 594-5280 Principal: Joy Schroerlucke
2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance
Amana Academy 285 South Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 (678) 624-0989 Principal: Ehab Jaleel
Fulton Science Academy High 4100 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475-3223 Principal: Namik Sercan
2845 Bethany Bend Milton GA 30004 (770) 667-2883 Principal: Ed Spurka
Crossroads/Second Chance – North 791 Mimosa Boulevard Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-6334 Principal: Scott O’Prey
Independence High 86 School Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 (770) 521-7611 Principal: Tabatha Taylor
Local Colleges & Universities North Fulton Center of Reinhardt University
DeVry University
May 23
Last Day of School
(770) 619-3600, www.devry.edu
(770) 720-9191, www.reinhardt.edu
Georgia Perimeter College
University of Phoenix North Alpharetta
(404) 413-7878, www.gpc.edu
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Lanier Technical College
(770) 781-6800, www.laniertech.edu
Learning Center (678) 731-0555, www.phoenix.edu
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Creek View Elementary Performs Play
The music department at Creek View Elementary School recently performed “Once Upon a Mattress” for parents and friends of the Creek View community. School officials said the costumes and set would not have been possible if not for the many volunteer hours from Creek View parents, students and staff.
Manning Oaks Kindergarteners Become Superheroes for the Day
Manning Oaks Kindergarteners wrapped up their Common Core unit “Leaders by Day/Superheroes by Night” with Superhero Day! Students came to school ready to learn as their favorite leader or superhero. Students had fun with Super Math, Super Writing, Super Reading, and of course, Super Recess.
Legacy Community Academy Launches Community Helpers Program
Legacy Community Academy kicked off a new Community Helpers experiential learning program recently with the assistance of local police, fire and City officials. In a recent visit to the school, Mayor David Belle Isle said he prepared for his role as mayor by first serving in other helpful roles in the community. The students learned that a good leader is someone who prays about decisions, is courageous, compassionate, and tries to speak and act wisely. Fire Station #3 firefighters showed the students how they are always ready to respond to an emergency. During the students’ visit to the station, an actual emergency call came in — North Fulton — Alpharetta | may 2013 32 My
demonstrating firsthand the need to be prepared to respond whenever our community needs help. The students also got to see a firefighter put on all of his gear, toured the fire station, and explored the fire engine. K-9 Unit Police Officers Mike Tappen and Mike Shulman showed students how K-9 dogs assist in searches by hiding items in the school for their dogs, Niko and Leckso, to find. The students also observed an “attack drill” and learned that the officers and dogs needed to work as partners in order to successfully accomplish their mission.
Independence High Student Wins Essay Contest
Sebastian Andrade, a sophomore at Independence High School, won a $50 cash prize for his submission in the Laws of Life Essay Contest, sponsored in part by the Rotary Clubs of Georgia. The Georgia Rotary Districts Character Education Program offers the Laws of Life Essay Contest as a character education and literacy program for high school students in grades 9–12. Students were to select a Law of Life or maxim (such as “Honesty is the best policy,” or “To give is better than to receive”), and write a personal essay explaining how the Law of Life applies to the student’s life. Andrade read his winning essay and received the $50 prize at the Alpharetta Rotary Breakfast, held recently at the Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. Sebastian Andrade (left), his mother, Maria Andrade, and Jason Binder, Alpharetta Rotary coordinator for Independence High School www.footprintspublishing.com
The Nouveau Clinic was founded 13 years ago by Evie Delaney, CDT and paramedical artist. To date, Nouveau Clinic has completed more than 10,000 cosmetic restoration and rejuvenation services. The office is located in Alpharetta on North Point Parkway, one mile from North Point Mall and GA 400.
techniques. The finished cosmetic brow looks so real no one will ever know you’ve had anything done. Permanent Brow Artistry is pain-free and requires no downtime.
Nouveau Clinic specializes in 3-D Cosmetic Brow & Lash line Restoration, traditional permanent makeup, and non-invasive skin and muscle rejuvenation services. A recent addition to the menu of services includes the non-surgical liposuction alternative for permanent fat and cellulite reduction.
Beautiful, well-shaped brows can take years off the face by framing and lifting the eyes. In contrast, poorly shaped, pale or mismatched brows can easily make the face appear older. Permanent Cosmetics can “visually replace” missing brow hair by correcting and enhancing the overall brow architecture. With Permanent Cosmetics, anyone can have perfect, maintenance-free brows for years!
The clinic’s proprietary applications of Permanent Cosmetics are designed to mimic your own naturally growing brow hair through a combination of 3-D color applications and artistic
The Nouveau Clinic is located at 5755 North Point Parkway, Suite 40, in Alpharetta. (404) 936-6931, www.nouveaufaceandbody.com
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by Brett Gluck, DMD, MS, PC There is an easier way to achieve a great smile without undergoing conventional orthodontic treatment. Invisalign is a way to align your teeth without braces using a series of clear plastic aligners that are progressively straighter versions of your teeth. Dr. Brett Gluck is an orthodontic specialist at The Brace Place. You may The benefits include a much contact him at (770) 664-6003 or visit less noticeable treatment in www.bracedoctor.com. comparison to braces. In fact, throughout the day, most people will not even realize that you are wearing the aligners. Also, the treatment is much more comfortable, with no poking wires. In addition, the ability to remove the aligners to brush and floss allows better hygiene throughout the treatment. Therefore, Invisalign Teen is often the right choice for that teenager who may be “hygienically challenged.” Being able to remove the aligners means that you are able to eat all of the foods that you do now without modifying your diet like you must do with conventional orthodontic treatment.
by Dan Aehl Ping has burst onto the spring golf season with its exciting new G25 product line. The G25 driver features a performancedriven adjustable hosel and Ping’s lowest center-of-gravity (CG) ever. Ping’s adjustability allows the player to adjust Dan Aehl is manager of Edwin Watts’ loft, which offers “Trajectory retail store in Milton: 13069 Hwy. 9, Tuning.” Positioning of the N., Suite 2520, Milton. (770) 442CG aids the player in achieving 3033, ML108@wattsgolf.com the correct spin and ball flight to maximize the ball’s carry and overall distance. The face of the new G25 is a bit larger than its predecessor, which gives the club greater forgiveness. Ping’s new G25 also has terrific “rack appeal” with a new, sleek, stealth black appearance. The G25 irons provide long-iron forgiveness and short-iron control. The innovative “Custom Tuning Port” of the G25 irons increases moment of inertia (MOI), which gives extreme forgiveness.
Orthodontics Is Here
The Invisalign process has evolved dramatically since it was first introduced in 1999. At the beginning, orthodontists used the aligners only for simple cases. But, with an experienced orthodontist providing the proper treatment planning, Invisalign can be utilized in virtually all levels of tooth malalignment. In fact, the process achieves the same results in the same amount of time as braces. When you start orthodontic treatment, records are taken to create an initial picture of your particular tooth alignment issues. Usually, these records are also taken at the end of treatment. The records traditionally involve photos, X-rays and study models. These study models are a plaster representation of your dentition and are obtained by initially creating an impression of your teeth. This impression is also used to create a model of your teeth to fabricate appliances, such as retainers. For those who are undergoing Invisalign treatment, the impression is scanned to create a 3-D image of your teeth. This 3-D image is morphed and manipulated to create a series of images of your teeth in gradually straighter alignment. Then, clear plastic trays are fabricated that will precisely align your teeth one tray at a time. continued on page 68 North Fulton — Alpharetta | may 2013 36 My
New G25 Line
Ping’s Anser driver offers the same trajectory tuning, where the player can add/subtract a half-degree of loft. The Anser offers four high-performance shafts, two of which include a Diamana and a “Blur.” Each line, whether one chooses G25 or Anser, offers a complete line of fairways, hybrids and irons. This year, Ping won 11 golf awards. The G25 swept Gold in every category: driver, fairways, hybrids and game improvement irons. The G25 iron was the category leader in Performance. The G25 hybrid was the category leader in “Look/Sound/ Feel.” Not to be forgotten, Ping’s putters continued their winning ways, as the new Scottsdale TR claimed Gold in both Blade and Mallet categories — earning top honor for Innovation. Finally, Ping’s Tour wedge with “Gorge” grooves was one of only three wedges to win a Gold medal. Ping has long been known for its fitting expertise. Ping’s legendary “Color Coding Chart” remains state of the art in helping players find their exact lie angle. Ping uses a comprehensive fitting process that features a static test, dynamic swing test, and ball flight analysis. When considering all Ping products, it should be a must to be properly fit by a Ping expert. There can be no substitute for ensuring your new Ping clubs are exactly right for you. continued on page 68 www.footprintspublishing.com
HOW TO GET Six-Pack Abs
by Amanda Quinlan, CPT, CNC, SCC
As people age, their metabolism begins to slow down. Deposits of fat begin to develop in all the wrong places. Also, as people age, their lifestyle becomes more sedentary. This means greater chances for fat to get stored and lesser activities to burn them. If you’re lucky, your only problem may be that you begin to notice slight bulges on the sides of your waistline, known as “love handles.” For many other people, however, the problem doesn’t stop at “love handles.” Some adults also have a similar problem at their tummy, also known as belly fat. For men, they normally gain fat in the midsection. For most women, it can be much worse — with fat developing around and over the midsection, including the waist, tummy, buttocks and thighs. That is when the clamor for having a flat tummy starts to nag women, while six-pack abs become the most coveted goal for men. This is a good thing, because a fit abdominal section will look
attractive and lessen the risk of developing diseases related to excess, unwanted fat and calories. But what can men and women do to lose fat, especially in the belly and the waists? Should you do painful workouts Amanda Quinlan is a top-ranked National Physique Committee figure with hundreds of repetitions? competitor. She teaches boxing and Should you use those gadgets kickboxing classes at Title Boxing in you see on TV infomercials? Johns Creek and Alpharetta. Should you take diet pills www.titleboxingclub.com and supplements to help you slim down? Should you try those spot-reduction fat-loss solutions? While these methods may slim you down a bit, they rarely produce long-term results. Without exercising regularly, you will not build the tone muscles and six-pack abs that you want. Is permanent fat loss, a flat tummy, and toned muscles even possible? Yes, it is possible to keep off love handles and belly flab permanently, as long as you are doing the right things. Some of those procedures and weight-loss solutions may give effective results initially, while others will never produce any results. But if you incorporate regular weight training, proper cardiovascular exercise, and proper nutritional diet into your lifestyle, it is possible to keep fat off your body and, more important, to build a slender waist and rock-hard abs. Cardio exercises will burn fat faster, while weight training will build muscles in targeted areas and on the overall muscle groups of your body. In addition, weight training will help burn fat faster. With the added muscles, your metabolism increases — which will help to burn fat around the waist, belly and other parts of your body. Furthermore, eating a healthy and macronutrients-packed diet rather than following a starvation-diet program will help provide the energy that is essential to your workout activities. Doing cardio exercises, weight training and following a healthy diet won’t be easy — and the results may not be visibly noticeable right away. But it will produce lasting results. And once you start to see the results in your body — like the six-pack abs and flat tummy that you wanted — you will be more motivated to continue your workout and healthy diet. You’ll love exercising and eating right because you’ll love your new body.
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JOHNS CREEK Community — Home
by Michelle Martin, editor@mynorthfultonmonthly.com
Kitchen of Atlanta (11030 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 240, Johns Creek) recently opened in Johns Creek Walk retail center. The modern café-style restaurant serves gourmet burgers, signature sandwiches, chicken wings, pastas, fresh salads and other entrees. www.kitchenofatlanta.com
Gino’s Pizza (11030 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek) recently opened in the former Essex Bagels’ location. Owned and operated by cousins and Brooklyn, N.Y., natives Richard Cochrane and Joseph Farese, the restaurant serves authentic New York-style pizza, pasta and salads, as well as bagels and pastries made fresh daily in the bakery. Gino’s Pizza also has locations in Peachtree Corners-Norcross and Midtown. Catering is available. Hours of operation are 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday-Friday; 6 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday. (770) 263-7000, www.ginosnypizzashop.com
1001 Nights (10305 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek) is a new restaurant in Johns Creek serving authentic Persian cuisine from the owners’ unique family recipes. The restaurant’s elegant atmosphere features rich décor, furnishings, lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows. Open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, 1001 Nights also offers catering and delivery throughout north Metro Atlanta. The restaurant also features private dining for special events, with seating for up to 350 people. Hours of operation are 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday. (678) 353-6329, www.1001nightspersiancuisine.com
VeinInnovations Johns Creek (4255 Johns Creek Pkwy, Suite D, Suwanee) recently expanded with the opening of a new clinic in Suwanee. VeinInnnovations Johns Creek provides state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatment of varicose and spider veins. Treatment options include Sclerotherapy, EVLA, Laser and VNUS Closure. Most procedures take less than one hour, and patients can resume normal activity the same day. (678) 731-9815, www.veininnovations.com
Johns Creek Police Department (JCPD) will host a golf tournament May 6 to benefit Special Olympics Georgia. The tournament, now in its fifth year, will be held at St. Ives Country Club in Johns Creek. The tournament is part of the JCPD’s annual participation in Special Olympics Georgia’s Law Enforcement Torch Run, which raises money to serve more than 23,000 Georgians with intellectual disabilities. “With their disabilities, most Special Olympic athletes are not able to participate in sports like other people,” said JCPD Maj. John Clifton. “The first time I put a medal around an athlete’s neck and saw how happy he was, jumping up and down, I thought, ‘Heck yeah, I want to support this.’ People playing in the tournament and its sponsors help make it possible for a Special Olympics athlete to win a medal and feel that sense of achievement.” The golf tournament is an 18-hole, four-man scramble format and will include an awards dinner. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams, Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, and Putting contests. A raffle will be held immediately after play. 40 My North Fulton — Johns Creek | may 2013
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JCVA Supports U.S. Troops in Afghanistan
Members of the Johns Creek Veterans Association (JCVA) recently prepared and shipped care packages to the U.S. Military’s “Alpha Aces” Alpha Battery 1-41 FA out of Ft. Stewart, Ga., currently stationed in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan. The JCVA has adopted Alpha Aces 1-41 FA for the duration of its tour in Afghanistan to show support of and appreciation for their service. As former service members themselves, members of the JCVA remember what it is like to be far from home. Buzz Boehm, current deputy city manager for the City of Johns Creek, is a retired Marine lieutenant colonel who served as rifle platoon leader in Vietnam in 1967. “The ongoing partnerships we have with our local schools are quite extraordinary,” he said. “On this project, students from State Bridge Crossing Elementary and Taylor Road Middle schools stepped up to the plate and collected all the food and toiletries that we shipped to the Alpha Aces. These young people did an amazing job.”
Robichaux recognized each of the club’s 26 charter members, representing business and professional leaders from the Johns Creek community. Four members, including president-elect Michael Kopp, are “double charter members” dating back to the original club established in 2004. “These individuals all played a large role in creating a successful club,” Robichaux said. “The chartering of this Rotary Club is the embodiment of the can-do spirit of this community. The club’s vision is to help make Johns Creek a better place to live, work and play.” Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker, an honorary member of Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary, served as a guest speaker. Mayor Bodker expressed his support for the renewed effort of the club in serving the Johns Creek community and beyond. Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary partners with nonprofit organizations in serving Johns Creek, North Fulton County and Forsyth County. Most recently, Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary has supported the Northeast/Spruill Oaks and Ocee public libraries in Johns Creek; contributed to the rehabilitation of a local veteran’s home; and participated in a Habitat for Humanity house build in Forsyth County. In addition, Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary is planning a low country boil event to raise funds for the club’s “Santa in Summer” program that will help support families in need, much like similar programs during the winter holidays. Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary meets weekly for lunch on Wednesdays at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek.
The care packages contained hand wipes, instant soup mixes, candy, trail bars, cards or crossword books, and other hard-to-get items in the desert. In addition, the JCVA sent a dozen boxes of G.I.-issue boot socks and T-shirts donated by personnel at Johns Creek City Hall.
Johns Creek Rotary Receives Official Charter
The Rotary Club of Johns Creek-North Fulton celebrated the official chartering of the club at a ceremony held recently at Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek. Cheryl Greenway, District Governor 6900 with Roswell Rotary — which sponsored the Johns CreekNorth Fulton club — presented the charter to Rory Robichaux, president of Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary.
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LIBRARY
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library www.afpls.org
Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch 9560 Spruill Road; (770) 360-8820
mayEvents Line Dancing Most Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy improved physical and mental health with this fun, relaxing activity, taught by Jean Chen, a longtime line-dancing instructor. New participants are welcome.
Dahn Yoga Classes Most Tuesdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Classes combine stretching, breathing and meditation and are for beginners. Each class is limited to the first 25 participants. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear loose, comfortable clothes.
Wednesdays Story Time for Preschoolers May 8, 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Interactive stories, finger plays, songs and playtime. Ages 4 and under.
Thursdays Story Time for Preschoolers May 9, 10:15 a.m. Interactive stories, finger plays, songs and playtime. Ages 4 and under.
Free ESL Classes Most Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (beginning and intermediate levels) Most Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (beginners); 12:15-1:15 p.m. (intermediate levels) Students can join at any time. No textbooks are needed.
Friends of the Northeast Library Book Club May 1, 10:30-12:30 p.m. Enjoy interesting and lively discussions. New participants are welcome! Each title is available one month prior to its discussion. May’s book selection is “A Paris Wife.”
Power Healing May 4 & 25, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn to heal yourself.
Johns Creek Teen Poetry Group May 5, 2:30 p.m. An esteemed published poet and member of the Georgia Poetry Society will present his/her original works to the teens for discussion. The teens will also bring in an original work for presentation and group discussion. Ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Laughter Yoga May 18, 2:30 p.m. Let laughter lighten your mood. The instructor is a certified Laughter Yoga leader trained by Dr. Madan Kataria. Registration is required.
Teen Business Series: A Toastmasters’ Introduction to Public Speaking for Teens May 19, 2:30 p.m. This program will teach teens the basics of public speaking and help them become comfortable doing it. An advanced member of Toastmaster will discuss such topics as creating goals, developing a personal mission, and thinking on one’s feet when in a public-speaking situation. Teens will practice public speaking as part of the program. Ages 12-18. Registration is required.
NESO Writer’s Club for Teens May 26, 2:30-3:30 p.m. NESO writing tutor Sarah Calhoun leads a monthly workshop on writing and all that goes into it: the structure, motivation, inspiration and love. Teens are encouraged to bring in pieces that they are working on for presentation and group discussion. Meets in the Teen Center. Ages 12-18.
Summer Reading Kick-off June 3, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Ken Scott Magic will kick off Summer Reading with his famously entertaining magic show, followed by the Fun Bus at 12 p.m. The Chess Club will start up again at 6:15 pm.
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LIBRARY
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library www.afpls.org
Ocee Branch
5090 Abbotts Bridge Road; (770) 360-8897
mayEvents Chess Club May 1 & 15, 6 p.m. Club members will learn strategies, game variations, and have the opportunity to participate in a tournament. Ages 5-13.
Ocee Astronomy Club
Family Fun Story Time June 4, 10:30-11 a.m. Stories, music and lots of interactive fun! Ages 1-6.
May 2, 9 & 16, 4:30 p.m. Club members will participate in activities, experiments and interactive games. Ages 7-13. Registration is required. If you plan to join the club, please send an email with your name and age to marcia.divack@ fultoncountyga.gov.
Thursday Dahn Yoga May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 6:30 p.m. Dahn Yoga is a combination of stretching, breathing and meditation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel and wear loose comfortable clothes. Adults.
Free Math Tutoring May 5, 12 & 19, 2 p.m. Tutors are available to help you with any math fundamentals that you are struggling with. Bring any work you need help with. All children in grades K-8 are welcome.
Sunday Dahn Yoga May 5, 19 & June 2, 3 p.m. Dahn Yoga is a combination of stretching, breathing and meditation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel and wear loose comfortable clothes. Adults.
Yoga and Meditation May 6, 13, 20, 27 & June 3, 11 a.m. Adults.
Mother’s Day Story Time & Craft May 8, 4:45 p.m. Story time will begin at 4:45 p.m., with the Mother’s Day tribute craft program following at 5 p.m. This program is limited to the first 40 arrivals. Ages 5 and above; children 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Introduction to MS Word 2010 May 14, 1 p.m. An introductory class to familiarize computer users with Microsoft Word. First come, first seated. Adults
Exam Study Central May 20, 21 & 22, 4 p.m. Come cram for exams and feed your brain with knowledge and food. Ages 12-18.
Introduction to MS Excel 2010 May 21, 1 p.m. An introductory class to familiarize computer users with Microsoft Excel. First come, first seated. Adults.
Clothes Pin People May 22, 5 p.m. Have fun using clothes pins to make people, mermaids, animals or whatever your imagination can dream up! All ages.
School’s Out Ice Cream Social May 24, 2 p.m. Celebrate the end of the school year at this old-fashioned ice cream social. Ice cream and delicious toppings will be served. This event is limited to the first 40 children. Please arrive promptly; late arrivals will not be admitted. Ages 5-12.
Indy/Mario Cart 500 May 30, 1 p.m. In honor of more than 100 years of the Indy 500 car race, join your friends at the Ocee Library for a fun afternoon of Wii Mario Cart racing. Awards will be given out to the top three finishers. Ages 12-18.
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S C H O O L Public Schools Elementary Schools Abbotts Hill Elementary 5575 Abbotts Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 667-2860 Principal: Roytunda Stabler
Barnwell Elementary 9425 Barnwell Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 552-4960 Principal: Norman Sauce
Dolvin Elementary 10495 Jones Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 740-7020 Principal: Laura Zoll
Findley Oaks Elementary 5880 Findley Chase Drive Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 497-3800 Principa: Lacey Andrews
Medlock Bridge Elementary 10215 Medlock Bridge Pkwy. Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 623-2980 Principal: Tiffany Hutchens
Northwood Elementary
Private Schools
Montessori Unlimited Medlock Bridge Montessori School
Clear Springs Christian Academy
(770) 623-1965, www.montessori.com
(770) 475-8963, www.csbcga.com
Mount Pisgah Christian School
Cresco Montessori
(678) 336-3300, www.experiencepisgah.org
(678) 381-0020, www.crescomontessori.com
Nesbit Ferry Montessori School
Holy Redeemer Catholic School
(770) 552-8454, www.montessori.com
(770) 410-4056, www.hrcatholicschool.org
Perimeter School
Legacy Community Academy
(678) 405-2300, www.perimeterschool.com
(678) 624-2234, www.lookatlegacy.org
Primrose School of Jones Bridge
Montessori School of Alpharetta
(770) 664-8911, www.primroseschools.com
(770) 667-1277, www.montessori.com
Woodward Academy-North Campus (404) 765-4490, www.woodward.edu
Fulton County School District: www.fultonschools.org | (404) 768-3600 Ocee Elementary
River Trail Middle
4375 Kimball Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 667-2960 Principal: Deborah Pernice
10795 Rogers Circle Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 497-3860 Principal: Dawn Melin
Shakerag Elementary
Taylor Road Middle
10885 Rogers Circle Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 497-3880 Principal: Martin Neuhaus
5150 Taylor Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 740-7090 Principal: Ed Williamson
State Bridge Crossing Elementary
High Schools
5530 State Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 497-3850 Principal: J.E. “Trey” Martin
Wilson Creek Elementary 6115 Wilson Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 497-3811 Principal: Andrea Cushing
Chattahoochee High 5230 Taylor Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 521-7600 Principal: Tim Duncan
Johns Creek High
Middle Schools
5575 State Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 623-2138 Principal: Buck Greene
Autrey Mill Middle
Northview High
4110 Old Alabama Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 521-7622 Principal: Jimmy Zoll
10625 Parsons Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 (770) 497-3828 Principal: Paul Brannon
Charter Schools Amana Academy 285 South Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 (678) 624-0989 Principal: Ehab Jaleel
Fulton Science Academy High 4100 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475-3223 Principal: Namik Sercan
Fulton Sunshine Academy 1335 Northmeadow Parkway Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 410-1500 Principal: Murat Cetin
Other Centers Crossroads/Second Chance – North 791 Mimosa Boulevard Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-6334 Principal: Scott O’Prey
10200 Wooten Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 552-6390 Principal: Ritu Ahuja
2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance May 23
Last Day of School
Local Colleges & Universities Georgia Gwinnett College
(678) 407-5000, www.ggc.edu
ITT Technical Institute
(678) 957-8510 www2.itt-tech.edu/campus/school.cfm
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Georgia Perimeter College
(678) 240-6000, www.gpc.edu
Lanier Technical College (770) 531-6300 www.laniertech.edu
North Fulton Center of Reinhardt University (770) 720-9191 www.reinhardt.edu
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Chattahoochee High Wins State Debate Title
The Debate Team at Chattahoochee High School recently won the 2013 State Debate Championship, sponsored by the Georgia Forensic Coaches Association. Senior debaters Viveth Karthikeyan and Andrew Lockwood won the state championship, defeating Pace Academy in the final round to finish the tournament with an undefeated record. This is the Hooch Debate team’s eighth state championship. The team is coaches by Garrett Abelkop.
Chattahoochee High School Principal Tim Duncan (right), with Debate Team Coach Garrett Abelkop (left) and Debate Team members (left to right) Amar Adam, Spencer Weiser, Shanan Leeman, Jay Khanna, Viveth Karthikeyan and Andrew Lockwood
Wilson Creek Elementary Chorus Club Performs Musical
The fourth and fifth grade Chorus Club at Wilson Creek Elementary School performed “The Wizard of Oz” musical recently to sold-out audiences. The musical featured more than 100 students who practiced for nearly three months in preparation for the show. Students also performed portions of the musical during the school’s recent Artist Day activities. The Chorus Club performance was directed by Music Teacher Leslie Morgan and fourth grade teacher Alex Lorber, with assistance from Music Teacher Bronwyn Thomas.
Northview High Mock Trial Team Earns Awards
The Northview High School Mock Trial Team competed recently in the state championship, finishing second overall. The team advanced to the state championship for the first time after making it to the final four. Student attorneys on the team include Erin Smith, Shreya Ganeshan, Harris Gu, Alisha Goel, Patrick Wu and Hayden Cox. Student actors who portrayed witnesses include Madeline Evans, Aya Badr, Sehar Ali, Bryant Anthony, Harsha Sridhar and Amber Scales. Student timekeepers include Bianca Lall and Brandon Scales. The judges presented an Outstanding Attorney award to Alisha Goel, Harris Gu, Erin Smith, and Patrick Wu. Madeline Evans and Harsha Sridhar each earned an Outstanding Witness award. Amber Scales earned Outstanding Witness awards in three rounds of competition. In addition to awards given by the panel of judges, the teams competing in the state championship were permitted to give one award to their favorite performer. Erin Smith, Alisha Goel, and Madeline Evans each earned awards from one team; Harsha Sridhar earned awards from two teams; and Shreya Ganeshan earned awards from three teams. The Northview High School Mock Trial Team is coached by teacher coach Elizabeth Lake and attorney coaches Paul Dietrick, Jim Stewart and Jennifer Green.
Northview High School Mock Trial Team
Wilson Creek Elementary School’s Chorus Club performing “The Wizard of Oz”
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MORTGAGE MATTERS With 5 Things to love About
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Can I Qualify For A Loan? by George Beylouny This is a great question, especially in today’s tough lending environment. There are some really great mortgage deals now, and all you need to qualify for a loan is to satisfy the four Cs of lending: credit, collateral, George Beylouny and Dan Dadoun of cash to close, and capacity to Silverton Mortgage have more than repay. Each category is a very 20 years’ experience in the mortgage important part of the loan industry. They co-manage a branch for Silverton in Vinings. (404) 507-6678, process, and anyone of them www.mortgageguysatlanta.com is reason for a lender to turn down a borrower. Even if you do not qualify, your loan officer will outline some key steps that will help you to qualify in the near future. Credit. When applying for a loan, the lender will pull your credit report from all three major credit bureaus (Equifax, TransUnion and Experian). Credit scores range from 350850; in most cases, you will need a minimum credit score of 620-640 to qualify. For the best interest rates, your middle credit score should be at least 740. Your credit score rates the likelihood that you will repay your loan. The lower the score, the less likely you are in the lender’s eyes to be able to repay the loan — usually resulting in a higher interest rate or bigger down payment. Collateral, or the property itself. As part of the loan process, an appraisal will be ordered to determine the value of the home you want to buy. The house must appraise for the purchase price, or you will have to make up the difference between the appraised value and purchase price. Another factor of the appraisal is the condition of the property. Most loan programs want the property to be in at least average condition. If the property requires a lot of repairs, the lender may require major issues to be corrected before the loan can close. Some lenders are not willing to make loans on properties that require a lot of repairs. Mortgage renovation loans also are available for properties that require extensive, costly repairs. Cash. In order to close on a mortgage loan, most programs will require you to pay a certain amount up-front toward the continued on page 68 North Fulton — Johns Creek | may 2013 50 My
Windows 8
by Scott Lavelle If you get a new PC, odds are that it will have Windows 8 installed on it. Some have loved it and others have been critical. Here are five things that are really great about Windows’ new operating system — things you can actually use in your daily routine.
Scott Lavelle is the Co-Owner/ Technical Director of Technical Resource Solutions, LLC located in downtown Canton. He can be reached at (678) 928-9491 or visit www.technicalrs.com.
1. Fast boot times: On my laptop, which is about five years old, my startup time from completely off to “ready to use” is about 30 seconds. From “sleep mode” to usable is about five seconds with Windows 8. This is dramatically faster than Windows 7 on the same laptop. 2. The new “Modern UI” (previously known as “Metro”): Mostly seen in the Start Menu, this is a customizable view that lets you see the apps you want — up front, dynamic and automatically updating with new information available at a glance. Rather than burying everything in nested menus like the old Start menu, Windows 8 allows you to customize the apps that you access most, right there in big, colored blocks. It’s also “touch friendly,” so if you have a touchscreen laptop/PC, you can control this interface easily with familiar tabletlike actions. 3. Built-in Skydrive: If you are familiar with applications like Dropbox, you already know the idea of Skydrive — an online “cloud” location to store your files so you can access them anywhere or share them with others. Users get 7GB of free storage space and apps that work on Windows, Mac, the Web, iPhone/iPad, Windows Phone, and Android devices. That’s more space and compatibility than the other similar competition out there. 4. Native anti-malware: For personal use (or for businesses with less than 10 computers), Microsoft Security Essentials has been available for free for the last two years or so, but now it’s built in from the start. It’s pretty effective, updates automatically with Windows update, has no ongoing subscription costs, and doesn’t interfere with your computer use — no major slowdowns, unlike many of the paid-for options. continued on page 69 www.footprintspublishing.com
VIKING RIVER CRUISES RELEASES New Itinerary To Myanmar
by Michael Consoli The spirit of exploration at the heart of Viking River Cruises continues to inspire new journeys for the world’s leading river cruise line. Viking has announced a new 16-day itinerary in Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand — Memories of Mandalay — marking the company’s first offering on the majestic Irrawaddy River. “Burma is a magical destination in Southeast Asia, and we are pleased to offer our guests the opportunity to explore its rich history and spiritual wonders firsthand,” said Torstein Hagen, chairman of Viking River Cruises. “President Obama’s recent visit to the region has inspired many American travelers, so we look forward to bringing our considerable experience and award-winning service to the Irrawaddy River in 2014.” Memories of Mandalay Ancient temples and exotic scenery serve as the backdrop for Viking’s new Memories of Mandalay itinerary in Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand. This 16-day journey will begin in the lively metropolis of Bangkok, where guests will explore the city’s colorful landmarks, including the floating markets on the Chao Phraya River and the famous Grand Palace. The land portion of the itinerary will continue in Yangon, the former Burmese capital also known as Rangoon. Guests will admire the city’s colonial-era architecture along Strand Road and historic Buddhist temples, some thought to be more than 2,500 years old. Guests will also have a chance to visit a local marketplace and to see Shwedagon Pagoda — sometimes called the Golden Pagoda, the most sacred Buddhist pagoda for the Burmese. A tribute to the grand tradition of riverboat exploration in Southeast Asia, North Fulton — Johns Creek | may 2013 52 My
the newly refurbished Viking Mandalay will offer guests the chance to experience the diverse destinations along the Irrawaddy River from the comfort of one of the newest and most beautifully designed vessels in the region. Michael Consoli is owner of Cruise From the colonial frontier Planners. You may contact him at post of Thayetmyo and the (770) 650-7667 or online at Italian-built forts of Minhla www.planmycruise.com. and Gwechaung, to the Golden temple of Mya-Tha-Lun Pagoda in Magway and the monasteries of Salé and Bagan, guests will visit the region’s most magnificent sites. Passengers will also gain a sense for everyday life in Burma in the pottery villages of Yandabo and an understanding of its ancient past in the former Burmese capitals of Ava and Amarapura. In historic Mandalay, the Mahamuni Pagoda, with its serene gold-leaf statue of the Buddha, and Shwenandaw Golden Palace monastery, with its exquisite teak carvings, are just a couple of the city’s incredible offerings. Guests will also have the chance to take home traditional local craftworks, including tapestries and wood carvings. On the final stop of the itinerary guests return to Bangkok, where they may explore the city’s famous canals and distinctive stupas (spires) and wander through local marketplaces to celebrate their last nights in this magnificent region. Through May 30, receive 2-for-1 cruise fares and reduced air promotions, plus free custom air on most sailings. www.footprintspublishing.com
ROSWELL Community — Home
by Michelle Martin, editor@mynorthfultonmonthly.com
Alive After 5 has returned to Roswell. Held the third Thursday of each month, through October, Alive After 5 brings the Roswell community together with live music; face painting, balloons and other family-friendly entertainment; outside vendors; extended hours for local retailers; and special offers from participating restaurants. Come out and enjoy Historic Downtown Roswell at Alive After 5. A free trolley shuttle and parking will be available at Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St. The next event will be May 16. www.aliveafterfiveroswell.com
Sky Wash Detail (11865 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell) is under new ownership. The car wash facility has been renovated to better serve customers and deliver the best car washing and detailing services. Three car wash/detail options are available, as well as an unlimited monthly membership package. Hours of operation are 8 a.m.-6 p.m., MondaySaturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday. (770) 674-6500, www.skywash.com Willow Creek Family Medicine in Roswell has announced plans to relocate in June. The new office will be located at 11685 Alpharetta Hwy., Suite 300, in Roswell. Willow Creek Family Medicine, led by Dr. Lisa Rosa-Ré, provides medical care for the entire family, including preventative care, physicals and sick visits for infants through adults; gynecology services; sports physicals; immunizations; hearing and vision screenings; sleep studies; and management of chronic and adult diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and asthma. (678) 325-6611, www.wcfmed.com Zion Missionary Baptist Church (888 Zion Circle, Roswell) and the Roswell Historical Society worked together to place a historical marker on the grounds of the historical church. The church was organized in 1871 by a group of dedicated African-American Christians, with land donated by white members of Lebanon Baptist Church. The one-story structure, which also housed a school, was located at 929 Zion Circle in Roswell. The original church was destroyed in a fire in 1885, but its members resolved to rebuild. Zion Missionary Baptist church has forged a major place in both American and Roswell history. From the Civil Rights Movement through current day moral and social issues, the church has continued to support missions and promote good will locally, nationally and internationally. Zion lives her global mission to “win souls and build up the body of Christ” and her creed to serve as “a refuge from the storms of life.” Pictured (left to right): Rev. Dr. Frank Lewis (left), pastor of Zion Missionary Baptist Church, with Deacon Alexander Nuckles Jr. and Esther Nuckles Washington — children of the late Alexander Nuckles Sr., one of the first organizing deacons of Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Foster Care Support Foundation (FCSF) in Roswell is accepting applications for the Mary Ware Scholarship for the 2013-14 college year. The Mary Ware Scholarship, formed in memory of the late Mary Ware because of her love of children in need, provides financial grants for non-foster care qualified recipients to attend a range of Georgia institutions for higher learning, including traditional colleges and universities and trade schools. These grants will go to deserving Georgia high school graduates who meet specific criteria as directed by the Mary Ware Scholarship Fund, with a focus on children who are “at risk,” do not qualify for other grant options or foster care tuition, and can demonstrate strong financial need. To learn more about the Mary Ware Scholarship or FCSF, visit www.fostercares.org. Deadline is May 20. North Fulton — Roswell | may 2013 54 My
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COMMUNITY
Roswell Hires New Police Chief
James Russell “Rusty” Grant is the new police chief for Roswell Police Department. Grant had been serving as interim police chief since Dwayne Orrick, the former chief, resigned in November 2012. Prior to that, Grant had served as Roswell’s deputy chief since September 2012.
NFCC is purchasing a van equipped with an office, waiting area and storage area for non-perishable food. Public transportation is very limited in parts of North Fulton, and some residents have difficulty getting to NFCC’s Roswell center. “The van will extend our ability to offer critical programs and services that help struggling North Fulton families move toward self-sufficiency,” said Barbara Duffy, executive director of NFCC.
Rusty Grant
Grant was selected from 40 applicants. He has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience, serving with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) prior to coming to Roswell. While with the GBI, his expertise was in investigating violent crime, property crime, drug enforcement and technology. He served as the Special Agent in Charge of the Regional Drug Office in Canton. Prior to working for the GBI, he was a deputy for the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office. Grant also is an adjunct professor at Columbus State University in the Georgia Law Enforcement Command College Professional Management Program and an instructor in the Chief’s Executive Training Class for the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. He holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Columbus State University and a bachelor’s of Business Administration from Kennesaw State University.
NFCC Receives Bank of America Grant
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has recognized North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) as part of its Neighborhood Builder® program, which honors high-performing nonprofits that have made a significant impact in the community working in the bank’s priority funding areas of housing, jobs and hunger relief. The Neighborhood Builder program is a strategic investment that pairs leadership training with a $200,000 unrestricted grant so leaders gain valuable skills while applying funding where it is most needed. NFCC will use its grant to launch a Mobile Outreach Program to provide emergency assistance services to people living in Roswell, Mountain Park, Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Milton.
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Roswell Rotary Supports Polio Defense
During a recent meeting of the Roswell Rotary Club, Charlene Hall shared with members about the substantial progress that has been made in eradicating polio. According to statistics, 2012 reported the fewest new cases of polio — 250 — and active cases were found in only three countries: Pakistan, Afghanistan Charlene Hall and Nigeria. By comparison, there were 350,000 cases in 1985, when Rotary clubs began the fight to end polio. Since 1985, Rotary clubs have raised more than $1 billion and have committed countless volunteer hours to fight the disease. Hall, who has participated in polio immunization efforts with her husband, Robert, through the Dunwoody Rotary Club since 2006, encouraged Roswell Rotarians to continue to support and give to Rotary International’s Polio Plus Fund, because “polio is only a plane ride away from affecting any country at any time.”
Roswell Gymnast Kofi Reeves-Miller Ranked st 1 in State
Kofi Reeves-Miller, an 11-yearold gymnast with the Roswell Men’s Gymnastics Team (RMGT), won 1st place for Level 7 at the Georgia State Gymnastics Meet at the Cobb Civic Center recently. Reeves-Miller received an allaround score of 65.5, finishing in 1st place in four events: vault, high bar, rings, and pommel horse.
Kofi Reeves-Miller
“Kofi’s dedication and hard work is evident inside and outside the gym,” said Ben Wood, director and coach of RMGT. “Kofi started competing for Roswell Gymnastics in kindergarten and has trained for six years.” www.footprintspublishing.com
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Dramatic sweat reduction without the use of harsh chemicals, toxins or surgery. The miraDry procedure uses the only non-invasive technology that is FDA cleared and clinically proven to dramatically reduce sweat and provide lasting results. Now there is a lasting solution to sweat control that doesn’t use harsh chemicals, toxins or surgery. Advantages of the miraDry® procedure: • Lasting results • Dramatic reduction • Immediate results • Non-invasive • Toxin-free • Minimal to no downtime • Quick in-office procedure Please contact our office at (770) information and scheduling.
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LIBRARY
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library | Roswell Branch 115 Norcross Street, Roswell 30075 For information, call (770) 640-3075 or visit www.afpls.org.
mayEvents Yoga
Drop-In Needlecraft Group
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel.
Calling all needlecrafters! Get together with like-minded crafters to socialize while you work on your projects. If you knit, crochet, embroider or cross-stitch, grab your current project and join fellow needlecrafters at the library. All ages and experience levels are welcome. No instruction or materials are provided.
Free ESL Classes Tuesdays, 6 p.m. (all levels) Fridays, 10 a.m. (intermediate and advanced levels) Classes are ongoing. Everyone is welcome!
CAREing Paws CAREing Paws
2nd and 3rd Saturdays, 11 a.m.
Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Bella, a trained and certified therapy dog, loves stories. Beginning and reluctant readers are encouraged to sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to her. Grades 1 and up.
Gidget, a trained and certified therapy dog, loves stories. Beginning and reluctant readers are encouraged to sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to her. Grades 1 and up.
Zumba Thursdays, May 9, 16, 23 & 30, 1:00 a.m. Party yourself into shape! Join a certified Zumba instructor for an hour of exercise, dance and music each week. Registration begins at the reference desk 30 minutes before each session. Participation is limited to the first 25 people. Participants must be present to register.
Noonday Nosh Book Club May 21, 12-1 p.m. May’s book selection is “Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant,” by Anne Tyler. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library. Suggested audiences: college students and adults.
Lego Club May 21, 4 p.m. May’s theme is pirates. Ages 5-10. Registration begins May 14.
Mystery Readers’ Book Club May 28, 6:30 p.m. The book for this month is “U is for Undertow,” by Sue Grafton. All are welcome.
Behind the Scenes at the Movies June 3, 4:30-6:30 p.m. This free, interactive workshop will explore the process of making movies — from storyboards, screenplays and casting, through production and camerawork, to the magic of editing and then final distribution. Ages 11-17. Reservations are recommended.
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S C H O O L
Private Schools The Atlanta Academy
King’s Ridge Christian School
(678) 461-6102, www.atlantaacademy.com
(770) 754-5738, www.kingsridgecs.org
Blessed Trinity Catholic High School
Legacy Community Academy
Cottage School
Mill Springs Academy
(770) 641-8688, www.cottageschool.org
(770) 360-1336, www.millsprings.org
Chrysalis Experiential Academy
Porter School
(678) 277-9083, www.btcatholic.org
(770) 649-7077, www.chrysalisexp.org
(678) 624-2234, www.lookatlegacy.org
(770) 594-1313, www.porterschool.com
Eaton Academy
(770) 645-2673, www.eatonacademy.org
Fellowship Christian Academy/ High School K4-5th Grade (770) 992-4975 Grades 6-12 (770) 993-1650 www.fellowshipchristianschool.org
Queen of Angels Catholic School (770) 518-1804, ext. 104, www.qaschool.org
Swift School (678) 205-4988, www.swiftschool.com
Village Montessori School (770) 552-0834, www.vmschool.com
High Meadows School (770) 993-2940, www.highmeadows.org
Public Schools Elementary Schools Esther Jackson Elementary 1400 Martin Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 594-5290 Principal: Constance Coles
Hembree Springs Elementary 815 Hembree Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 667-2902 Principal: Kalpana Raju
Hillside Elementary 9250 Scott Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 552-6362 Principal: Maisha Otway
Mimosa Elementary 1550 Warsaw Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 552-4540 Principal: Lynn Johnson
Mountain Park Elementary 11895 Mountain Park Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-4530 Principal: Stacy Perlman
Fulton County School District: www.fultonschools.org | (404) 768-3600 Northwood Elementary
Elkins Pointe Middle
10200 Wooten Road, Roswell (770) 552-6390 www.northwoodelementary.com Principal: Ritu Ahuja
11290 Elkins Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 667-2892 Principal: Melinda Springman
River Eves Elementary
Northwestern Middle
9000 Eves Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 552-4550 Principal: Neil Pinnock
12805 Birmingham Highway Milton, GA 30004 (770) 667-2870 Principal: Jasmine Kullar
Roswell North Elementary
High Schools
10525 Woodstock Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-6320 Principal: Kindra Smith
Sweet Apple Elementary 12025 Etris Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 643-3310 Principal: Natalie Richman
Middle Schools
Centennial High
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4100 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 100 Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475-3223 Principal: Namik Sercan
Fulton Sunshine Academy
Other Centers
11595 King Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-4500 Principal: Jerome Huff
Crossroads Second Chance North Campus 791 Mimosa Boulevard Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-6333 Principal: Dr. Scott O’Prey
Local Colleges & Universities (404) 413-7878, www.gpc.edu
North Fulton Center of Reinhardt University
The Art Institute of Atlanta
(770) 720-9191 www.reinhardt.edu
Strayer University
University of Phoenix Atlanta Campus
(770) 394-8300, artinstitutes.edu
Cafeteria account information: www.mealpayplus.com Parent Connect: www.fultonschools.org/parent_connect.htm
Fulton Science Academy High
Roswell High
10700 Crabapple Road Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 552-4520 Principal: Nathan Buhl
Last Day of School
285 South Main Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 (678) 624-0989 Principal: Ehab Jaleel
1335 Northmeadow Parkway Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 410-1500 Principal: Murat Cetin
Georgia Perimeter College
May 23
Amana Academy
9310 Scott Road Roswell, GA 30076 (770) 650-4230 Principal: Kibbey Crumbley
Crabapple Middle
2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance
Charter Schools
(770) 650-3000, strayeru.com
(678) 731-0555, www.phoenix.edu
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SCHOOL
Northwood Elementary Uses Video in National Reading Program
Kindergarten students at Northwood Elementary School are using video conferencing technology to interact with other students around the country in a National Education Association program called “Read Around the Planet” (RAP). The students have participated in a “Three Billy Goats Gruff” Reader’s Theater activity with a kindergarten class in Columbia, S.C.; conferenced with a school in western Pennsylvania about dinosaurs and Abraham Lincoln; and made up riddles about community helpers with students in Virginia. Other grades are also using videoconferencing, having connected with students in Ghana and Japan. Northwood Kindergarten classes video teleconferencing
Roswell Elementary Teachers Earn Top Accolades
Teachers and professional staff at River Eves Elementary School were honored in the school and Fulton County School District’s Pictured (left to right): Sabrina Donnell, annual awards Mary Tye, Susan Gowin and Michelle Aga recently. Michelle Aga, a fifth grade teacher, was named River Eves’ 2013 Teacher of the Year, as well as Fulton County Northeast Learning Community Teacher of the Year. Mary Tye was named River Eves’ 2013 Professional Employee of the Year. Sabrina Donnell and Susan Gowin were runners-up in the River Eves Teacher of the Year award. Gowin also was recognized as a recent “Face of Fulton,” a Fulton County program that recognizes professionals who are passionate, inspirational and make a difference for students.
then observed and evaluated by a panel of judges. “We are delighted to recognize Michelle Aga and Mary Tye — and our finalists, Susan Gowin and Sabrina Donnell — for their excellent contributions to River Eves. It is an honor that is well deserved by these educators,” said Principal Neil Pinnock. “We are especially proud that Michelle Aga was selected over 22 other nominees to advance to the district-level competition.”
Centennial High School Band Marches in th Chicago’s 58 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Students in the Centennial High School (CHS) Marching Band braved freezing rain, snow and fierce winds to march in Chicago’s world-renowned St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The CHS Marching Band was one of more than 150 groups to perform in the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Chicago. CHS students participated in various fundraising activities to raise money for the trip, which also included visiting Chicago landmarks and attractions. In addition, special rehearsals helped band members prepare for the march up Chicago’s Columbus Drive parallel to Lake Michigan. “The St. Patrick’s Day Parade gave our students an opportunity to take part in one of Chicago’s most important cultural traditions,” said Michael Reid, CHS director of bands. “Music is such an important part of this celebration, and we were thrilled to participate and to bring some Southern charm to the ‘Windy City.’”
Centennial High School Marching Band in Chicago
Individuals were nominated by their peers for demonstrating outstanding leadership, teaching and professional qualities,
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See And Shout: XYLITOL’S Oral Health Care Benefits ‘It Is Spring!’
by Ron Bradley, D. Min.
by Vishant Nath, DMD
Xylitol is a natural sweetener derived from the fibrous part of certain plants. It is found in certain “sugar-free” products, such as gums and mints. In addition to serving as a substitute for sugar, xylitol has its own benefits. It can actually help to fight against cavities!
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry. You may contact him at (678) 3521090 or visit www.kidshappyteeth.com.
Bacteria in the mouth cause tooth decay. The primary bacterium that causes tooth decay is Streptococcus mutans. The bacteria live off of the food that we eat. The bacteria in the mouth break down the food particles and produce acid. This is called “acid attack.” The acid attack weakens the tooth structure, allowing for the formation of cavities. After eating, this acidic environment remains in the mouth for as long as 30 minutes before being neutralized slowly over time. This creates a prolonged environment that is unfriendly to your teeth. Slowly but surely, the enamel is broken down and cavities begin to form. Picture this happening several times over a day as we eat and you can see how troubling this can be.
Now, let’s introduce xylitol into the system by chewing xylitol-containing gum after a meal or snack. Bacterial cannot break down xylitol. When xylitol is introduced into the mouth, less acid is produced — so the teeth are protected from cavities. Also, since the bacteria cannot break down xylitol, they are not fed. The levels of bacteria can fall by as much as 90 percent. Obviously, having less cavity-causing bacteria present in your mouth is a good thing! The sweetness of xylitol-containing gum stimulates salivary glands. Saliva protects the mouth and teeth, so having more of it is another benefit for your teeth. Also, the saliva that is stimulated by chewing xylitol-containing gum actually works to neutralize the acidity of the mouth more quickly than normal. All of these factors lend credibility to the use of xylitol to help strengthen teeth and prevent cavity formation. Of course, the best way to prevent cavities would be to brush away any food particles each time that we eat. But an acceptable alternative throughout the day would be the use of xylitol-containing gum. This, in addition to establishing good oral hygiene habits (brushing twice daily and flossing before bedtime), can go a long way toward creating happy, healthy smiles! North Fulton — Roswell | may 2013 62 My
Our attitude makes all the difference in the world. We all know that. Springtime brings new life to our spirits after a long winter. When I think of attitude, I am reminded of a blind man who sat on the steps of a building this time of year with a hat by his feet and a sign that read: “I am blind, please help.”
Ron Bradley is the pastor at First Baptist Church Roswell. You may contact him at (770) 587-6980 or ron@rfbc.org.
A creative publicist was walking by and stopped to observe. He saw that the blind man had only a few coins in his hat. He dropped in more coins and, without asking for permission, took the sign and rewrote it. The publicist returned the sign to the blind man and left. That afternoon, the publicist returned to the blind man and noticed that his hat was full of bills and coins. The blind man recognized the publicist’s footsteps and asked if it was he who had rewritten his sign and what he had written on it. The publicist responded, “Nothing that was not true. I just wrote the message a little differently.” He smiled and went on his way. The blind man’s new sign read: “Today is spring and I cannot see it.”
Because of Easter and because of spring, our spirits are renewed. We can see and we can shout, ‘Thanks be to God. It is good to be alive!’ In the 1950s, British pastor W.E. Sangster was diagnosed with an incurable progressive muscular atrophy. His muscles would gradually waste away, his voice would fail, his throat would become unable to swallow. He wrote articles and books, and helped organize prayer cells throughout England. Gradually, Sangster’s legs became useless. His voice went completely. On Easter morning, just a few weeks before he died in 1960, he wrote a letter to his daughter. In it, he said, “It is terrible to wake up on Easter morning and have no voice with which to shout, ‘He is risen!’ — but it would be still more terrible to have a voice and not want to shout.” Because of Easter and because of spring, our spirits are renewed. We can see and we can shout, “Thanks be to God. It is good to be alive!” www.footprintspublishing.com
BLURRY VISION Facial Protection COULD Indicate A Serious Problem? During Activities
by Edward J. Furey, OD PC
by Jeff Kincaid, DMD, MS This is the time of year when children and young adults gear up to participate in a myriad of activities. Recently, dental and sports organizations teamed up to remind parents, coaches and athletes to play it safe as they prepare to suit up for recreational and organized sports and activities.
Dr. Jeff Kincaid is a specialist in orthodontics and owner of Kincaid Orthodontics in Woodstock and Roswell. Visit his website at www.kincaidsmiles.com.
The mouth and face of children and young adults can be easily injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports or recreational activities. More than half of the 7 million sports and recreation-related injuries that occur each year are sustained by children as young as 5 years old. According to an article published by Dental Tribune America, many injuries could be prevented with proper protection. The National Youth Sports Safety Foundation has estimated that more than 3 million teeth could be knocked out in youth sporting events each year. In addition, athletes who don’t wear mouth guards are 60 times more likely to damage their teeth than athletes who do wear mouth guards. Yet, in a survey by the American Association of Orthodontists, 67 percent of parents admitted that their children do not wear a mouth guard during organized sports. This raises the question: If mouth guards offer a simple and relatively inexpensive solution to help decrease the risk of injury, why aren’t more kids wearing them? The same survey revealed that 84 percent of participants do not wear mouth guards because they are not required, even though other protective materials may be, like helmets and shoulder pads. Basketball, baseball, softball, racquetball and volleyball are a few sports that do not require mouth guards — yet have a high incidence of injury. Compared to other types of protective gear, the mouth guard may be the least expensive of all, so non-compliance is still a mystery.
As an eye care professional, I often hear patients say, “I think my vision has changed. I probably need new glasses.” In many instances, all that is needed is an updated prescription. Other times, however, that “blurry vision” is symptomatic of more ominous issues. Still other patients come in for regular optometry checkups without any noticeable symptoms, but discover there’s “more than meets the eye,” so to speak.
Dr. Edward J. Furey specializes in primary eye care, glaucoma, low vision, geriatrics and is the Center Director of Furey Family Eye Care. Located at 250 East Crossville Road, Roswell. www.fureyfamilyeyecare.com, (770) 993-5592
As computer technology has advanced at lightning speed, so has the equipment in most medical fields, including the eye care industry. These advances are instrumental to the doctor not only in making a diagnosis but also in providing empirical data to a patient. Instead of the doctor simply stating what’s happening to a patient’s eyes, the patient can see it for himself or herself during the examination. So, when a patient complains about having “blurry vision,” the patient can see firsthand that the blurry vision actually is a symptom of other problems rather than just a change in prescription. Recently, a patient came into the office, complaining of blurry vision. The patient had not been to an eye doctor in several years, but had noted there were not significant changes to lifestyle, weight, diet, activities or work. There was nothing out of the ordinary that would indicate to the patient there may be any sort of problem. The patient had no particular reason to be visiting the family physician, either. The comprehensive examination commenced as normal, with a mild prescriptive change. There was nothing to indicate a reason for the patient’s blurry vision — until the retinal photos. A retinal photo is taken by a camera that is able to take a magnified picture of the back of the eye, or retina. In this case, the patient was suffering from a leaking blood vessel in the back of one of the eyes.
An effective mouth guard protects the teeth, holds the lower jaw in place, and allows normal speech and breathing. Dental professionals, especially those in the Academy for Sports Dentistry, can recommend the best mouth guard for every sport and recreational activity. Dental experts urge athletes,
Yes, the patient had blurry vision, but not from needing a new prescription. The patient had a more serious problem that required further examination by a family physician. As it turned out, the final diagnosis was diabetes. Fortunately, the
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The Georgia Senate
Adjourns The 2013 Legislative Session by State Senator John Albers The Georgia General Assembly completed its 40 and final day of the 2013 Legislative Session on March 28, also known as Sine Die, which is Latin for “without assigning a day for further meeting or hearing.” th
When the Senate gaveled out of session at midnight, I was pleased with the number of bills passed that promote fiscal responsibility, create opportunities for business expansion and job creation, improve public safety measures, and provide students with nothing less than a superior education. During the last few days — and in some cases, the last few hours — bills that will significantly impact Georgians statewide passed through the Senate chamber in hopes of passing their final legislative test. It was incredible to see the entire Senate, from elected officials down to interns, working so hard to make sure these bills were properly vetted and reviewed.
time per year to opt out of automatic payroll deductions that go toward union dues. HB 361 will allow union members to stop automatic payroll deductions at any time upon request; however, groups such as teachers, firefighters Sen. John Albers represents the and police officers are exempt 56th Senate District, which includes from this provision. A ban on portions of North Fulton and Cherokee unemployment benefits for counties. He may be reached at his office at (404) 463-8055 or by email contracted seasonal workers at john.albers@senate.ga.gov. was removed from a final version of the bill. The bill will now go to Governor Deal for his signature. A few bills that did not pass this legislative session that I will continue to work on for next year include:
The Georgia General Assembly is constitutionally mandated to revise SB 207, which allows private I am also proud to the current fiscal year’s budget home care providers to obtain announce that we and set the general budget for the first offenders information on job following fiscal year during every passed a series of bills applicants legislative session. What adds to this SB191, also known as Ava’s Law, aimed at encouraging a challenge is the constantly changing requires health insurers to more responsive county fiscal atmosphere both at the state provide coverage for children government for the citizens and federal level, and, as a result, a with Autism Spectrum Disorder final version of the bill is not usually SB101, a bill to protect Second of North Fulton County. able to be negotiated until the final Amendment rights hours of the legislative session. This year was no different. The finalized version of the FY 2014 I am also proud to announce that we passed a series of bills budget is set at $19.9 billion and includes an added $146.6 aimed at encouraging a more responsive county government million for K-12 enrollment growth, reflects a $2.6 million for the citizens of North Fulton County. Through the passage in Medicaid and Peach Care savings by eliminating hospital of these bills, we are now one step closer to more adequately reimbursements for preventable admissions, and provides providing for the needs of our residents. North Fulton has for the funding of major improvements at universities and grown substantially over the past decade and requires a much technical colleges statewide. In Georgia, we continue to more efficient and equitable county government. maintain a balanced budget with no deficit! This year’s legislative session may be complete, but my prep One of the most debated issues this session was ethics reform. work for the 2014 session has just begun. I am looking forward We passed House Bill 142 to further strengthen existing laws to open dialogues with my constituents about the legislation and create a more transparent government. passed this session throughout the summer months. These conversations will provide the framework for legislative House Bill 361 also passed in the final hours of session. This efforts in the years to come. For more information regarding labor bill prohibits certain acts involving unions and collective a specific piece of legislation, you may access the Georgia bargaining. Current law states that workers only have one General Assembly website at http://www.legis.ga.gov/. North Fulton — Roswell | may 2013 66 My
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phone to get their foot in your door. However, once they are in your home and see what the work will actually consist of, they may raise the price. A reputable company should not operate like that. How would you like it if the next time you visited your favorite fast food restaurant they were to give you your total price when you placed your order, then raised the price by 20 percent when you got ready to pay? That definitely would not fly in the restaurant industry, so why should it when it comes to work to be performed on your home? The next time that you decide to have service work completed, make sure to get your price up-front and don’t be afraid to ask for credentials that verify the person who will be completing the work is qualified and experienced.
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Important keys to preventing Leyland diseases are not to injure trees when planting or working around them; not stressing Leylands by planting them too close together; and irrigating Leylands during periods of drought or in summer when rains cannot be counted on. If your Leylands are severely affected, the best control is to remove the damaged trees and replant with something else, or even more Leylands. Within a few years, the new trees will grow so fast that the loss hardly will be noticed.
The Future of Orthodontics
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Taking impressions often is the most uncomfortable part of traditional orthodontic or Invisalign treatment. The impression material does not taste great and is messy. For someone who tends to gag, an impression is definitely unpleasant. Gladly, technology continues to progress in orthodontics, as well as the rest of dentistry and medicine. Now, there are machines that can scan the teeth and create a 3-D image on a computer while you are sitting in the chair. So, the days of impressions are numbered! The scan will create a more accurate representation of your teeth than impressions. For Invisalign treatment, this translates into better-fitting trays. Finally, the images can be downloaded directly from the orthodontic office to Invisalign to start the treatment planning process, which also lessens the time to fabricate the Invisalign trays. In fact, Invisalign has purchased the company that produces the most capable machine for this purpose (Cadent iOC scanner). They realize the benefits of submitting your Invisalign case without an impression. So, the days of traditional orthodontic treatment with braces and uncomfortable impressions are nearing the end. Isn’t technology wonderful? See your orthodontist to decide if Invisalign is right for you. Embrace the future of orthodontics. 68 My North Fulton | may 2013
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This month will be a great time to get out and enjoy the great game of golf. In our last column, we mentioned the time well spent on the practice range. Let me emphasize again: Practice doesn’t make perfect; perfect practice makes perfect. Always use your time on the range to ingrain the proper grip, stance, posture and alignment. Monitor the direction of your shots to aid you in finding the right grip for you. Shots that consistently veer left could mean a grip that is turned too far to the right (right-handed player). Conversely, weak shots to the right might require a bit of strengthening of your grip to the right. There are many aids today to assist with alignment, but a tried-and-true method is to lay down two clubs out of your bag to ensure you are correctly positioned. Remember that one of the most valuable things that will help improve your game is being custom fit for the right clubs for your type of game! Also, check out the April 2013 issue of Golf magazine for more helpful tips on the correct posture for your body type and swing. Tiger Woods, who again is ranked No.1 in the world, is on the cover. What has Tiger said that he works on constantly? Grip, stance, posture, and alignment. Play well in May, enjoy the game, and enjoy friendships on the course.
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purchase price. The lender will have to source and season all funds for your down payment by reviewing your bank statements from the last two months. All large deposits (over $250) must be sourced (accounted for) and come from an acceptable place. A tax refund is acceptable; money that you have been saving under your mattress is not. Capacity to repay, or income. You must have some source of stable income (job, retirement, disability, etc). The source of your income must be ongoing, with the likelihood to continue for at least three years. Income is one of the toughest parts of a loan application. Lenders use the Debt to Income (DTI) ratio to determine your maximum loan amount. Typically, the DTI ratio should be below 50 percent. The DTI is calculated by adding your total monthly expenses (those that show up on your credit report, such as a car loan or credit card) and your estimated mortgage payment, and dividing that number by your gross monthly income. If your total monthly expenses are $3,500 (including the new mortgage payment) and you make $10,000 a month, your DTI would be 35 percent. If you can meet the four Cs of lending, you should be in great shape to qualify for a home mortgage loan today!
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5. Lots of apps in the new Windows store: Whether you are looking for games to play, news to read, stocks to track, or shopping deals to find, the Windows store has it covered. As of this writing, there are more than 50,000 apps available. Obviously, some are good and some not so good, but there is a lot of variety out there to customize Windows 8 with the extra features that you want. So, while there is a bit of a learning curve to get the most out of Windows 8, it has some great new features to make your PC life more productive and enjoyable.
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patient followed the recommendations of the family physician and has the diabetes under control — and the blurry vision has subsided. Blurry vision can be an indicator of nothing serious — or of something very significant that needs immediate care. See an eye care professional annually to help keep your vision, eyes and overall health in check.
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parents/caregivers and coaches to be proactive as they head out this spring and offer these important tips: 1. Wear a mouth guard. Dentists can make customized ones that provide the best fit, but other less expensive options include the boil and bite mouth guards, or the stock generic guards that are ready to wear, but often don’t fit well. 2. Wear a helmet when possible. It can adsorb energy and help prevent damage to the head. 3. Wear eye protection. Eyes are extremely vulnerable to damage during sports. 4. Wear a face shield to avoid damaging the bones around the eyes, nose and jaws.
Happy Mother’s Day!
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Baptist
Atlanta Street Baptist Church 340 S. Atlanta St., Roswell; (770) 993-9451 www.asbcroswell.com
Bethany Baptist Church 2065 Bethany Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-6748
Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church 1200 Birmingham Rd., Alpharetta; (404) 444-6490 www.boilingspringspbc.org
Bridgeway Church 4755 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 751-1972 www.bridgeway.net
Clear Springs Baptist Church 11575 Jones Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (770) 475-9223 www.csbcga.com
Clear Springs Missionary Baptist Church 2725 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 664-6863
County Line Baptist Church 430 Strickland Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-9429
Crabapple First Baptist 12760 Birmingham Highway, Alpharetta (770) 475-6111 www.crabapplefbc.org
Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church
Congregation Dor Tamid
725 Pleasant Hill St., Roswell; (770) 993-2707 www.pleasanthillmbc.org
11165 Parsons Rd., Johns Creek; (770) 623-8860 www.dortamid.org
Parkway Baptist Church
Congregation Gesher L’Torah
5975 State Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (770) 476-4441 www.parkway-baptist.org
4320 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 777-4009 www.gltorah.org
Providence Baptist Church 20075 Providence Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-3627
Messianic Judaism
Union Hill Baptist Church
Congregation Beth Hallel
4250 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta www.unionhillalpharetta.com
950 Pine Grove Rd., Roswell; (770) 641-3000 www.bethhallel.org
Vision Baptist Church
Light of Messiah Ministries
1125 Alpha Dr., Alpharetta; (770) 456-5881 www.visionbaptist.com
990 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Suite 4, Roswell (770) 642-4706 www.lightofmessiah.org
Willeo Baptist Church SBC 990 Willeo Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-5189 www.willeobaptist.org
Reform Judaism
Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Temple Beth Tikvah
888 Zion Circle, Roswell; (770) 993-8587 www.zionmbc.org
9955 Coleman Rd., Roswell; (770) 642-0434 www.bethtikvah.com
Catholic Epiphany Byzantine Catholic Church 2030 Old Alabama Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-0973
St. Andrew’s Catholic Church
Temple Kehillat Chaim-Reform 1145 Green St., Roswell; (770) 641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org
Lutheran
Cross Plains Baptist Church
675 Riverside Rd., Roswell; (770) 641-9720
Christ the Shepherd Lutheran Church
6500 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta (770) 475-1210
St. Benedict Catholic Church
4655 Webb Bridge Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-0640 www.cts.org
11045 Parsons Rd., Johns Creek; (770) 442-5903 www.stbenedict.net
Cross of Life Lutheran Church ELCA Roswell
St. Brigid Catholic Church
1000 Hembree Rd., Roswell; (770) 475-9159 www.crossoflifelutheran.org
Crosspointe Community Church SBC 77 E. Crossville Rd., Suite 100, Roswell (770) 640-9959 www.crosspointeonline.org
First Baptist Church of Alpharetta 44 Academy St., Alpharetta; (770) 475-6556 www.fbca.com
First Baptist Church of Roswell 710 Mimosa St., Roswell; (770) 587-6980 www.rfbc.org
Gethsemane Garden Missionary Baptist Church 398 Hardscrabble Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-8232
Hopewell Baptist Church 15730 Hopewell Rd., Roswell; (770) 442-0793
Johns Creek Baptist Church 7500 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta (770) 623-8203 www.jcbc.org
Lebanon Baptist Church 11250 Crabapple Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-3635 www.lebanonbaptist.org
North River Baptist Church 12090 Hardscrabble Rd., Roswell; (770) 992-7777 www.northriver.org
North Roswell Baptist Church 112 Prospect St., Roswell; (404) 406-7419 www.northroswellbaptistchurch.webs
Northside Baptist Church 11125 Houze Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-5207 office@northsidechurchroswell.com
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3400 Old Alabama Rd., Johns Creek (678) 393-0060 www.saintbrigid.org
Lord of Life Lutheran Church ELCA
St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church
5390 McGinnis Ferry Rd., Alpharetta (770) 740-1279 www.lord-life.org
11330 Woodstock Rd., Roswell; (678) 277-9424 www.stpeterchanel.org
Messiah Lutheran Church – WELS
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 535 Rucker Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-4501 www.sta.org
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
4765 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 751-9357 www.messiahlutheran.ws
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 10250 Haynes Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 475-4250 www.poplcalpharetta.org
Alpharetta/Roswell Ward
The River Church
500 Norcross St.; (770) 640-7357 Spanish: (770) 640-0531
501 S. Main St., Suite 101, Alpharetta (678) 860-0971 www.wadeintheriver.org
Episcopal St. Aidans Episcopal Church 13560 Cogburn Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 521-0207 www.staidans.org
St. David’s Episcopal Church 1015 Old Roswell Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-6084 www.stdavidchurch.org
Judaism Chabad of North Fulton 10180 Jones Bridge Rd., Alpharetta (770) 410-9000 www.chabadnf.org
Methodist Alpharetta First United Methodist Church 69 North Main St., Alpharetta; (770) 475-5576 www.afumc.org
Birmingham United Methodist 15560 Birmingham Hwy., Alpharetta (678) 942-1600 www.birminghamumc.org
Christ United Methodist Church 1340 Woodstock Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-3945 roswellchristumc@yahoo.com www.christchurchumc.org
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
Presbyterian
12900 Hwy. 140, N., Roswell; (770) 640-7287 www.ebenezerumc-roswell.org
Johns Creek United Methodist Church 11180 Medlock Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (770) 497-8215 www.johnscreekumc.org
Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Highway 9, N., Alpharetta; (770) 475-5230 www.midwayumc.org
Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church 9820 Nesbit Ferry Rd., Johns Creek; (678) 336-3000 www.mountpisgah.org
Northbrook United Methodist Church 11225 Crabapple Rd., Roswell; (770) 998-2000 www.northbrookumc.com
Roswell United Methodist 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell; (770) 993-6218 www.rumc.com
St. James United Methodist 3000 Webb Bridge Road, Alpharetta (678) 762-1543 www.stjamesumc.org
Non-Denominational Fellowship Bible Church 480 W. Crossville Rd., Roswell; (770) 992-4956 www.fbconline.org
Good News Atlanta Church
Canaan Korean Presbyterian Church 11320 West Rd., Roswell; (770) 552-5505
Grace North Atlanta Alpharetta Community Center 175 Roswell St., Roswell; (770) 331-1010 www.gracenorthatlanta.org
Johns Creek Presbyterian Church 10950 Bell Rd., Johns Creek, (770) 813-9009 www.jcpcusa.org
Northminster Presbyterian 2400 Old Alabama Rd., Roswell; (770) 998-1482 www.northminster-atl.org
Perimeter Church 9500 Medlock Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (678) 405-2000 www.perimeter.org
Roswell Presbyterian Church 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell; (770) 993-6316 www.roswellpres.org
Other Churches Abundant Life Community Church 625-A Sims Industrial Blvd., Alpharetta (678) 319-9700 www.livingabundantly.net
Alpharetta Church of God
11000 Rogers Circle, Johns Creek; (770) 495-0200
1460 Mid Broadwell Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 475-5788 www.alpharettachurchofgod.com
Journey Christian Church
Armenian Church of Atlanta
11365 Crabapple Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-4617 www.journeyroswell.org
Keepin’ It Real “Lighthouse” Inc. 61 Old Canton St., Alpharetta; (770) 360-5601 www.keepinitreallighthouse.com
Kingdom Ambassadors Intl. Worship Center Wills Recreation Center 11925 Wills Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 853-7231 www.crystalstallings.org
The Lighthouse Church 18271 Union Hill Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 664-3644
North Point Community Church 4350 Northpoint Pkwy., Alpharetta; (770) 290-5600 www.northpoint.org
Spirit of God Christian Church 11940 Alpharetta Hwy., Alpharetta; (770) 777-6889 www.spiritofgodcc.org
Stonecreek Church 13540 Highway 9, N., Alpharetta; (770) 754-7900 www.stonecreekchurch.org
Orthodox St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church 11450 Houze Rd., Roswell; (770) 642-9727 www.suscopts.org/stmarysatlanta
Alpharetta Presbyterian 180 Academy St., Alpharetta; (770) 751-0033 www.alpharettapres.com
9820 Coleman Rd., Roswell; (770) 641-9267 www.armenianchurchofatlanta.org
Atlanta Chinese Christian Church North 5055 Morton Rd., Johns Creek; (770) 667-9593 www.accn.org
Baha’i Center of Alpharetta 10690 Jones Bridge Rd., Johns Creek (678) 393-9500
Baha’i Faith of Roswell (800) 22-UNITE
Bridge To Grace 2385 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell; (770) 587-2460 www.b2gc.org
Community of Christ 3315 Francis Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 521-1112 www.cofchrist.org
Crabapple Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 910 Mayfield Rd., Alpharetta; (678) 339-0349
First Church of Christ, Scientist 10920 Houze Rd., Roswell; (770) 998-9977 christianscienceroswell.org
The Hanuman Mandir 390 Cumming St., Suite 1, Alpharetta (770) 475-7701 www.thehanuman.org
Holy Trinity Christian Church 3655 Preston Ridge Road, Alpharetta; (404) 368-9790 info@holytrinitychristianchurch.com www.holytrinitychristianchurch.com
Inner Quest 12830 New Providence Rd., Alpharetta (770) 521-2875 www.innerquestchurch.org
Islamic Center of North Fulton 1265 Rucker Rd., Alpharetta; (678) 297-0019 www.alpharettamasjid.com
Jehovah’s Witnesses 9400 Brumbelow Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 594-9400
Lighthouse Church 75 Crowe Road, Alpharetta (770) 664-3644
Morning Star Chapel 2780 Bethany Bend, Alpharetta; (678) 319-0041 www.morningstarchapel.org
Reach One Church Meets at Mill Springs Academy 13660 New Providence Rd., Alpharetta (770) 609-7941 www.reachonechurch.org
Restoration Church of God 410 Rucker Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 751-9697 www.restorationchurchna.org
Roswell Alliance Church 1100 Allenbrook Lane, Roswell; (770) 643-0180
Roswell Assembly of God 11440 Crabapple Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-6586 www.roswellag.org
Roswell Community Church
13695 Highway 9, Alpharetta; (678) 696-1401 www.thec3church.com
Meets at Hembree Springs Elementary 815 Hembree Rd., Roswell; (678) 677-4840 www.roswellcommunity.org
Calvary Chapel
St. Peter’s Place Anglican Church
C3 Church
200 James Rd., Alpharetta; (770) 442-8167 www.calvaryalpharetta.com
362 South Atlanta St., Roswell; (678) 352-1224 www.stpetersplace.org
Christian Center Church
UU Metro Atlanta North
1870 Woodstock Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-2038
Church of Christ-Northside 10920 Woodstock Rd., Roswell; (770) 993-3512 www.nschurchofchrist.org
11420 Crabapple Rd., Roswell; (770) 992-3949 www.uuman.org
World Harvest Church 320 Hardscrabble Rd., Roswell; (770) 643-9223 www.worldharvestchurch.org
Church of Christ-Roswell 11670 King Rd., Roswell; (770) 992-2097 www.simplychristians.org
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Business Organizations
BNI-Alpharetta Accelerators Chapter Jim Somers, (770) 753-2032 www.bniatlanta.com
Johns Creek Business Association www.johnscreekba.com
JCCC Young Professionals Networking Group (770) 495-0545, ext. 107 mrose@johnscreekchamber.com
Johns Creek Economic Development Corp. John Bemont, (770) 495-0545 x105
Job Networking Group (770) 642-7943 www.rumcjobnetworking.com
Funds 4 Furry Friends
Rotary Club of Johns Creek
Gina Jeter, (770) 842-8893
www.johnscreekrotaryclub.org
Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta
(770) 740-2425 fotal-forum@yahoogroups.com, www.grra.com
gsgatl.org
Homestretch (770) 642- 9185
Jacob’s Ladder Neurodevelopmental School and Therapy Center
Keep Roswell Beautiful
North Fulton Jaycees
(770) 641-3715 www.keeproswellbeautiful.org
Wendell Whitefield, (404) 786-2665
Next Century Youth
Glenn Rudh, (404) 375-7033 grudh@bellsouth.net
(678) 539-8090 www.nawboatlanta.org
North Fulton Community Charities
GA 400 Rainmakers Ben Staten, (404) 323-0049 www.ga400rainmakers.com
North Metro Women’s Connection Rosan Hall, (770) 335-6013
Northside Business Network Group Diane Williford, (770) 594-2200
Powercore Jeremy Faulkner, (404) 816-3377 www.powercore.net
Charitable Organizations Alpharetta Clean and Beautiful (678) 297-6200
Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia (770) 499-1164
Child Development Association Donna Smythe, (770) 992-4339 www.cdakids.org
Children’s Restoration Network (770) 649-7117
Companion Animal Connection (678) 493-9847 www.cacadopt.petfinder.com
The Drake House (770) 587-4712 thedrakehouse@thedrakehouse.org www.thedrakehouse.org
Foster Care Support Foundation Rachel Ewald, (770) 641-9591 rachel@fostercares.org Sharon Franklin, (404) 729-3374 www.fostercares.org
Friends of the Alpharetta Library (678) 310-GRRA (4772) Intake EMRG.: (678)-964-GRRA (4772) grra@grra.com, www.fotal.org
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Kiwanis Club of Historic Roswell David, (770) 356-5211 www.roswellkiwanis.org
Mary Brooks Green, (770) 335-7317 www.nextcenturyyouth.org
Charles Gabriel, (678) 735-5900 www.northfultonbar.com
Crystal D. Weitzel, (770) 476-3090 www.jlgnf.org
(770) 998-1017, fax: (770) 998-3258 www.jacobsladdercenter.com
National Association of Women Business Owners
The North Fulton Bar Association
Junior League of Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties Inc.
North Fulton Optimist Club
Roswell Junior Woman’s Club www.roswelljuniors.org
(770) 640-0399 www.nfcchelp.org
Roswell Lions Club
North Fulton Senior Services
Tim Dunn, president www.roswelllions.org
(770) 993-1906 www.ssnorthfulton.org
Roswell Historical Society
Ryan Lee Holland Cancer Foundation, Inc
(770 992-1665 www.roswellhs.org
Jacqueline Holland, 678-242-0471 info@ryanleehollandfoundation.com www.ryanleehollandfoundation.com
Roswell Optimists
STAR House Foundation
Roswell Rotary Club
(678) 306-4600 www.starhousefoundation.org
(678) 318-3647 www.roswellrotary.com
United Way of Atlanta
Rotary Club of North Fulton
(770) 614-1000
Joyce Abernathy, (770) 475-0656 www.northfultonrotary.org
Civic Organizations Alpharetta American Legion Auxiliary Unit 201 (770) 475-9023
Alpharetta Junior Women’s Club Debora, (678) 218-5732 www.ajwc.net
Alpharetta Optimist Club
Mike Bagnulo, (770) 993-5440
Sons of Confederate Veterans — Roswell Mills Camp #1547 Ross Glover, (770) 396-5034
Sons of the American Revolution — Piedmont Chapter Tom Chrisman, (404) 310-3338 www.piedmontsar.org
VFW Post 12002 www.12002.net
Greg Cabrera, (770) 752-8122
Alpharetta Lions Club Garner Andrews, (770) 475-9344
Alpharetta Roswell Newcomers Club Barb Hill, (678) 318-1442
American Association of University Women North Fulton Branch karenleasman@aol.com www.aauwnorthfultonga.wordpress.com
Children of the American Revolution — Martha Stewart Bulloch Society Paula, (770) 594-1819 pen2529@yahoo.com
Daughters of the American Revolution — Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter Marguerite, (770) 521-1142 mmd1018@comcast.net
Political Organizations Chattahoochee Republican Women’s Club Marjean Birt, sandrabjohnson@gmail.com
North Fulton Democrats Anne, (404) 303-9142, ext. 2
North Fulton Republican Women’s Club Suzi Voyles, (404) 851-9704 svgagop08@gmail.com
Recreation & Hobbies Alliance Française d’Atlanta-Roswell (404) 875-1211, info@afatl.com www.afatl.com
Alpharetta Adult Activity Center / Golden Age Book Club (678) 297-6140, activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us
Alpharetta Arts Guild Danita Grant, (678) 994-5630 www.alphaartsguild.com
Alpharetta Bridge Club Nancy Hetsko, (678) 361-5198 www.alpharettadbc.org
Alpharetta Camera Club Lewis Lay, (678) 297-6142
Alpharetta City Band Don Nahser, (770) 475-9684
Alpharetta/Roswell Newcomers Club
Multisport Explosion Women’s Only Triathlon Team Jennifer Lesser, jless@comcast.net multisportexplosionyouthtriathlonteam.com
Multisport Explosion Youth Triathlon Team Lisa Marshall, (404) 308-6656 klacmarshall@comcast.net multisportexplosionyouthtriathlonteam.com
North Atlanta Dance Theatre (770) 772-8000 northatlantad658@bellsouth.net www.northatlantadance.com
(678) 318-1442 www.arnewcomers.org
North Fulton Amateur Radio League
Alpharetta Singles Movie Club
North Fulton Music Teachers Association
(770) 662-0916
Serene Lee, (404) 786-8932 www.nfmta.com
Alpharetta Walkie Talkies Lewis Lay, (678) 267-6142
AlphaFretters Dulcimer Satellite Group Julia Bagley, (404) 502-9076
Atlanta Junior Bridge
Jim Stafford, W4Q0, (770) 993-9500
North Georgia Driving Club Bill Tracy, billtracy4@comcast.net
Newtown Park Community Foundation newtownparkcf@aol.com, www.newtownpark.org
Joanne F. Urvan, jfurvan@charter.net www.atlantajuniorbridge.org
Newtown Recreation
Atlanta MasterCrafters Toastmaster Club
Park Place at Newtown School
Devery Adair, amcvpofpublicrelations@gmail.com www.atlantamastercrafters.com
(770) 667-5030 parkplace@johnscreekga.gov
Atlanta Stamp Collectors
Performing Arts North
John Coles, (770) 962-5888 www.stampclubs.com
(770) 772-0762 www.performingartsnorth.org
Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center
Roswell Fine Arts Alliance
(678) 366-3511 www.autreymill.org
www.rfaa.org
Axé Capoeira Atlanta, Inc
(770) 518-7021
(678) 297-2662
Roswell Garden Club
Feijoada, (678) 252-9353 info@axecapoeiraatlanta.com www.axecapoeiratlanta.com
Roswell Firehouse Harmony Brigade
Chattahoochee Celtic Pipes & Drums
Roswell New Horizons Band
Rory Howe, (770) 926-6898 pipemajor@ccpipesanddrums.com
Daylily Society of Greater Atlanta
(770) 641-3950 info@roswellnewhorizonsband.com membership@roswellnewhorizonsband.com www.roswellnewhorizonsband.com
(770) 410-0548 www.atlantadaylily.org
Roswell Photographic Society
Dudes ‘n Darlins Square Dance Club of Alpharetta
Dick Lord, (770) 317-9571
(770) 594-6122 www.roswellphotosociety.org
(770) 751-7210, (770) 361-1237 www.dudesndarlins.com
Songs of Atlanta Chorus
Georgia Regional Girls Choir
Southern Winds Concert Band
(770) 722-3656, grgcinfo@gmail.com www.grgc.org
Dorothy Parker, (770) 993-2059 atldot1@yahoo.com
Johns Creek Arts Center
STAR — Singles Together at Roswell
(770) 623-8448 www.johnscreekarts.org
(770) 993-2012 www.rumc.com/singles
Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra
Stars Soccer Club — Men’s League
(678) 748-5802 www.johnscreeksymphony.org
(678) 366-9008 www.StarsSoccerClub.com
The Ludwig Symphony Orchestra
Writers Network
(770) 623-8623
Bobby Christmas, (770) 924-0528
(770) 977-4031
Support Organizations Alcoholics Anonymous Barb G., (770) 686-3082
Anorexia Nervousa and Associated Eating Disorders — ANA Kim, (404) 307-5442
Atlanta Harm Reduction Center (404) 817-9994 www.atlantaharmreduction.org
Bereavement Support Group Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
Brain Injury and Stroke Group (770) 751-2650
Care Partner Support Group Dawn Reed, (678) 777-7241
Diabetes Support Group Joe Mengoni, (770) 889-7577
DreamPower Therapeutic Equestrian Center (678) 456-8082 www.dreampowertherapy.org
Emotions Anonymous (EA) Suzanne, (404) 307-1735
Foster Care Support Group Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
Knitting for Peace Lynne Strobe, (770) 910-7022 Strobe01@aol.com
MOMS Club of Alpharetta-West alpharettawestmomsclub@gmail.com
MOMS Club of Roswell — South info@momsclubofroswell.com www.momsclubofroswellsouth.com
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Lee H., (678) 576-4838
National Alliance on Mental Illness — NAMI Mimi Marlowe, mimimarl@aol.com
North Fulton Moms of Multiples Club 2ndvp@nfmomc.org www.nfmomc.org
Overeaters Anonymous Bill, (770) 992-6481
Parkinson’s Support Group Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
PFLAG — Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays pflagjohnscreek@gmail.com www.johnscreekpflag.wordpress.com
Roswell UMC Counseling Center Patty Hampton, (770) 261-1767
S-Anon (770) 993-7253
Milton Garden Club Faye Troka, (770) 781-4634 dtroka@earthlink.net www.gardening.meetup.com/172
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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) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999 fax: (770) 661-0768
(202) 225-4501 GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570
(404) 613-4345
(770) 612-4401
Court of Clerks: Cathelene Robinson
(404) 730-5300
Board of Commissioners 141 Pryor St. S.W. Atlanta, GA 30303 www.fultoncountyga.gov
(404) 612-8200 fax: (404) 730-8254
John H. Eaves (D-1)
e-mail: john.eaves@fultoncountyga.gov
Robb Pitts (D-2)
e-mail: robb.pitts@fultoncountyga.gov
(404) 612-8206
(404) 612-8210 (404) 612-8213
Tom Lowe (D-4)
(404) 612-8218
(202) 225-5211 GA: (770) 535-2592 fax: (202) 225-8272
Emma I. Darnell (D-5)
e-mail: liz.hausmann@fultoncountyga.gov e-mail: tom.lowe@fultoncountyga.gov
e-mail: emma.darnell@fultoncountyga.gov
Joan P. Garner (D-6)
William Edwards (D-7) (404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332
State Senator Brandon Beach (R) (D-21)
(404) 463-1378
303-B Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334
State Senator David Shafer (R) (D-48)
(404) 656-0048 fax: (404) 651-6768
421-F State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: david.shafer@senate.ga.gov
local: (678) 667-3656 business: (404) 463-8055 fax: (404) 656-6484
301-A Coverdell Legislative Bldg. 18 Capitol Square SW, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: info@senatoralbers.com
State Rep. Jan Jones (R) (D-47)
(404) 656-5072 fax: (404) 657-0498
340 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: jan.jones@house.ga.gov
417 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: chuck.martin@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Lynne Riley (R) (D-50)
(404) 612-8226
(404) 612-8230
Board of Education 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
Fulton County Schools Superintendent:
Fulton County Medical Examiner: Randy Hanzlick, MD
(404) 730-4400 fax: (404) 730-4405
Fulton County Sheriff’s Office: Sheriff Theodore Jackson (404) 612-5100
(404) 656-5064 fax: (404) 463-2249
Fulton County Tax Commissioner: Arthur E. Ferdinand
(404) 656-0188
(404) 656-5125 fax: (404) 481-7111
(404) 656-5912
132 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: wendell.willard@house.ga.gov
(404) 768-3600
Robert M. Avossa, Ed.D. 786 Cleveland Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 e-mail: superintendent@fultonschools.org Website: www.fultonschools.org
(404) 656-0254 fax: (770) 594-1510
401 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: lynne.riley@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Wendell Willard (R) (D-51)
430 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30312 e-mail: loec@fultonschools.org
601 Coverdell Legislative Bldg., Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: harry.geisinger@house.ga.gov
State Rep. Chuck Martin (R) (D-49)
(404) 612-8222
Other
State Senator John Albers (R) (D-56)
State Rep. Harry Geisinger (R) (D-48)
e-mail: william.edwards@fultoncountyga.gov
220 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: tom.rice@house.ga.gov
(770) 613-4070
Juvenile Court: Chief Judge Belinda E. Edwards
e-mail: district6@fultoncountyga.gov
State Rep. Tom Rice (R) (D-95)
(404) 613-4433
Liz Hausmann (D-3)
203 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334 Website: www.gov.ga.gov.com
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State Court: Chief Judge Patsy Y. Porter Magistrate Court: Chief Judge Stephanie Davis Probate Court: Judge Pinkle T. Toomer
(202) 225-4272 GA: (770) 232-3005 fax: (770) 232-2909
State Government
Governor Nathan Deal (R)
Superior Court: Chief Judge Cynthia Wright
Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9 90 North Street, Suite 360 Canton, GA 30114-2724 Website: www.linder.house.gov
Courts
185 Central Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 Website: www.fultonsheriff.org (404) 730-4000
141 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
City of Alpharetta
(678) 297-6020 Mayor David Belle Isle dbelleisle@alpharetta.ga.gov Municipal Court (678) 297-6250
City of Johns Creek
(678) 512-3313 Mayor Mike Bodker mike.bodker@johnscreekga.gov Municipal Court (678) 512-3444
City of Roswell
Mayor Jere Wood Municipal Court
(678) 512-3313 mayorwood@roswellgov.com (770) 641-3790
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.
GNFCC 40th Annual Chairman’s Gala March 23, St. Regis Atlanta
The A.C. White Moving Company donated a truck and workers to help the Police Athletic League move from its location in the heart of Alpharetta to its new location at Milton Center.
Active 4 Life Chiropractic
Pictured, left to right: Brad Biesbier, 2014 GNFCC chairman; Teddy Russell, 2013 GNFCC chairman; and Brandon Beach, GNFCC CEO.
Pictured, left to right: Mark & Freda Hardage, Northside Hospital title sponsor, with attendees Roger & Candy Lusby and Al & Judy Nash.
Susan Richardson, Synovus, receives the Harry Rucker Jr. Volunteer of the Year Award.
Jim Cowart (center) receives the Zac Henderson Award.
GNFCC New Member Luncheon
Upcoming Events The GNFCC is accepting nominations for the Small Business Person of the Year Award. Nominees are small business leaders with vast knowledge and expertise in their industries and a commitment to the economic prosperity, quality of life and positive reputation of North Fulton. Any individual who owns and operates or who bears principal responsibility for operating a small business (defined as “small” under the applicable SBA size standards) for a minimum of three years may be nominated. The 2012 GNFCC Small Business Person of the Year, Beth Cayce with CaraVita Home Care in Roswell, recently was also named Georgia Small Business Person of the Year 2013 by the SBA Georgia District office. Deadline for nominations is June 14. For complete details, visit www.gnfcc.com. The winners will be recognized at the GNFCC’s Eggs & Enterprise Breakfast in August.
Business After Hours
May 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m. AMLI North Point 9000 Beaver Creek Road, Alpharetta You won’t want to miss this great networking opportunity, featuring great food and drink, great networking opportunities and great door prizes!
Eggs & Enterprise Breakfast May 28, 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Featured speaker and location to be announced. Make plans to join GNFCC for this month’s Eggs & Enterprise Breakfast. The monthly breakfast session features distinguished keynote speakers with timely topics and issues facing the Greater North Fulton region. From education to economic development, to public policy and political advocacy, this is the place to be to stay on top of the issues and meet the leaders making the decisions — and, at the same time, make valuable contacts.
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