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Toccoa River Lodge Page 28
Let’s Quench the Thirst to Live This Summer Page 31
3rd Annual Down & Derby Page 38
MY BUSINESS
12: Culture Comes Straight from the Top
CHAMBER NEWS
18: Celebrating Excellence: Local Businesses Honored
LIFESTYLE
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Latino Forsyth How Wallpaper Can Finish Off Your Space A Mentor for Life Promises No More I Love You’s Summer Car Care Wilderness Therapy
FORSYTH FOODIE 24: Review: Branchwater
HEALTH & WELLNESS 36: Shine this Summer and Avoid Sunburns 38: Ethnicity and the Heart 40: Heels and Your Health 42: The Joy of Sleeping 45: Types of Color Contacts
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT 59: Rawpoetic Photography
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MY FORSYTH CONTRIBUTORS PUBLISHER Market Complete LLC julie@marketcomplete.com 678.614.8583 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LouAnn Brownlee louann.myforsyth@gmail.com 404.242.6033 STAFF WRITERS Stephanie Busch stevie.myforsyth@gmail.com Katielee Kaner katielee.myforsyth@gmail.com Tanna Krewson Social Media Director • 678.630.1203 tanna.krewson@gmail.com PRODUCTION INTERN Wendy Corona info@myforsyth.com GRAPHIC DESIGN Samantha Angeli samantha.angeli74@gmail.com 770.310.4486 PHOTOGRAPHY Kim Bates 770.617.7595 • kimbatesphotoart.com Adam Pendelton 678.208.077 • adampendelton.com PRINTING Rick Smith 678.910.0347 rsmith@newpointmediagroup.com MAILING SERVICES Chris Cawthon 404.379.6878 chris@mediamakergroup.com
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MY FORSYTH
PUBLISHER’S LETTER MY MOXIE
PUBLISHER’S
A burger, a band, a marketing strategy. The word moxie is simply defined as the ability to be active, courageous or determined. Finding ones moxie sometimes seems like the biggest challenge of the day; other days it can be found at our fingertips. A little over 10 years ago I did some work for a fantastic psychologist with a practice in Metro Atlanta. She developed a presentation for her clients titled Marriage Moxie. The presentation used quotes and cartoon strips to bring about awareness about every day situations that presented themselves and could, to some, become the cause of chaos, panic and disorder, or a case of simply giving up. I remember my client asking, ““Moxie!” – Do you have it? It’s courage, spunk, perseverance!” This summer marks the anniversary of a life-changing occurrence that I have managed, with the support, guidance and sometimes push from my family, friends, and well-wishers, to survive. They have helped me to regain my moxie. Sometimes life seemed like an endurance test. I had to dig to find my moxie; that willingness to reach deep within me to recover my “better” self in the face of extreme frustration and hardship. Adult life became tough and tiring, even when in general I believed I enjoyed my life and my work.
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow.’” - MA Radmacher Moxie comes from within. Walking my dogs, reading a good book, dancing, cooking, going out with friends, or simply sitting on the porch enjoying a glass of wine, or a great cup of coffee; they are all moxie-producers. Sometimes moxie is a solo practice – like when I get up from my chair while I work and start dancing to a great song, just because I can. I’ve decided to make this summer my moxie-charged season. Wish me luck!
Julie Brennan Publisher | julie@marketcomplete.com
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FORSYTH COUNTY NEWS
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE: JOIN THE COUNTYWIDE CONVERSATION ABOUT OUR FUTURE Forsyth County is updating its comprehensive plan and wants YOU to join the conversation and help shape our future! Join public input sessions happening now through August to provide input to Forsyth County’s Comprehensive Plan Update process, Foster Forsyth.
Shady Grove Campground Open for the Season Forsyth County Parks & Recreation invites campers to set up their campsites on the shores of Lake Lanier at Shady Grove Campground in northeast Forsyth County. The campground will remain open for the season until November 7. Shady Grove Campground offers more than 110 campsites, a beach and swim area, boat ramp with courtesy dock, group campsites with picnic shelters, playground, tent camping areas and campsites with water and 30-amp and 50amp power hookups. Shady Grove Campground is located at 7800 Allyn Lane Memorial Way (formerly 7800 Shadburn Ferry Road) in Cumming. For more information and to reserve your campsite online, visit www.forsythco.com/parks or call Shady Grove Campground at (770) 205-6850.
Comp Plan 101: Our County’s Comprehensive Plan is the umbrella policy document for Forsyth County’s future growth and development. It plays an important role in rezoning and development decisions and also establishes community goals and priorities for the county’s future. Foster Forsyth: The plan update process, Foster Forsyth, provides an opportunity for the community as a whole to pause and have a meaningful dialogue about its vision for the county as it relates to housing, quality of life, employment opportunities and the policies and programs that will support plan implementation. Forsyth County is updating its Comprehensive Plan ahead of schedule to address the topics that are on residents’ minds now – including growth, housing, density and employment. Your Input Matters! Stakeholder committees, residents, businesses, community groups, and county staff and leadership will all be included in fostering the Forsyth of tomorrow. To get involved, please join us at a public input session. Details can be found at www.forsythco.com/ update2016.
Forsyth County Parks & Recreation Summer 2016 Activity Guide Now Available The Forsyth County Parks & Recreation Summer 2016 Activity Guide is available for viewing! The activity guide includes information on county parks and what amenities they offer, the county’s three recreation centers, and over 100 classes and camps for residents of all ages. To download the activity guide and register for classes and camps online, visit www.forsythco.com/parks. For more information, call Forsyth County Parks & Recreation at (770) 781-2215.
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MY FORSYTH | BUSINESS
CULTURE COMES STRAIGHT FROM THE TOP Standing up straight with an elegant white towel draped over his arm like a waiter at the most posh restaurant in Atlanta, he gave instructions on how to serve guests; escort them to their table, push in the chair, and adorn their laps with a napkin. He told us to keep eye contact and show courtesy – all to provide the best possible service. The man with the white towel was none other than Dan Cathy, CEO of Chick-fil-A based in Atlanta. This kind of excellent customer service is nothing new to anyone who’s ever entered a Chick-fil-A. As if they were born saying it, each person behind the counter offers a hearty, “My pleasure.” Was I witnessing an internal training of owner operators? No, I was volunteering at an upcoming Gala hosted by Chick-fil-A and I was there to be trained on best practices. Little did I know that I’d be experiencing a demo from Dan Cathy himself. It didn’t surprise me that Chick-fil-A was sponsoring such a huge event, with more than 600 dignitaries and patrons participating in a fundraiser for 17 local charities. It didn’t surprise me that with Chick-fil-A involved that excellent customer service was expected – even from volunteers. What struck me was that Dan (that’s what he 12 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
said I should call him) insisted on being the one to model what he called “Second Mile Service”. He explained that “Second Mile Service” is a biblical concept out of Matthew 5:41, where Jesus shares about going the second mile.
I knew I would enjoy my volunteer experience, but I had no idea what life lessons I would walk away with, like: • Going the “second mile” for people surprises them… and I love surprises! • You get as much joy out of providing service with a smile as those you serve get receiving it. • It’s contagious, so pay it forward. • Whether working at the drive-thru or as the CEO of a company, we must all stay grounded with the heart of a servant because serving others shows them how much they matter.
With all my years providing training for companies around the country I’ve certainly noticed a universal truth. Culture comes from the top. For good or for bad. Creating a culture that encourages and elevates both employees and customers is the ultimate goal and impossible to do without buy in from the top. To that end “Second Mile Service” has become a Chick-fil-A Hospitality model. It’s a priority, intentional and comes straight from founder Truett Cathy to his children who run the company today. VP of Corporate Talent, Dee Ann Turner explains in, “It’s My Pleasure; The Impact of Extraordinary Talent and a Compelling Culture,” that creating a strong culture at Chick-fil-A requires intentionality and vision. “Culture defines the values and behaviors that are acceptable and expected. Culture can be an elusive concept to describe, but at Chick-fil-A, we call it living life together.” Jackie S. Martin is the Chief Motivational Office of A Matter of Motivation LLC. She’s a 20 year training/speaking veteran, an Instructor for UNG Professional and Continuing Ed, and a John Maxwell certified trainer. Jackie may be reached at 678-457-4778 or Jackie@amatterofmotivation.com.
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MY FORSYTH | LIFESTYLE
LATINO FORSYTH
Norma Malone
Originally from El Paso, Texas, Norma Malone was raised in Mexico, where she lived until she was 14 years old. Her parents decided to migrate back to El Paso, Texas where she resided for 10 more years. Malone has called Georgia home for over 28 years. A teacher on Special Assignment at the Transition Services Office, Norma provides assistance with the registration process, helps identify migrant families, provides workshops for Pre-K parents, and works together with staff, faculty and community to support the challenges of diversity that families might face as they move into Forsyth County. The Transition Services Office is part of the Forsyth County Schools and serves as a welcome center for international students and their families. “I am passionate about working with children and parents. I love helping them and I am inspired by
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Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs are people who have come alive.
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- Howard Thurman
people who work very hard and go above and beyond to make a difference in their lives,” explained Malone when asked what motivates her. “Having the support of our schools, non-profit organizations, businesses, and other people in the community allows me to give a helping hand and provide the necessary resources to assist our families as they arrive in our county. I can honestly say that I am blessed to live in such a caring community.” Malone works closely with many nonprofit organizations and school social workers to meet the needs of children and their families in Forsyth County. 14 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
HOW WALLPAPER (IN SMALL DOSES)
CAN FINISH OFF YOUR SPACE
hideous paper again! Paint was the answer forever and always. Of course, paint is great I will always admit that. It’s easy to change, and versatile with decorating. When an interior paint color palette comes together it can be a work of art! But sometimes you may want to add a little something to a powder room, or a dining room or a spare hall bath, that paint may (dare I say) be a bit boring. A fresh and cool wallpaper can add that extra pizzazz to the space. A great paper can pull all of the colors together (like a fabric) and give your home creativity, uniqueness and provide that something special. One thing is for sure, wallpaper has changed.
So I too remember the nightmares surrounding the removal of the stripe and floral wallpaper of the early 90’s. I like many others vowed to never put myself through the tedious work of stripping off this
There are so many subtle patterns, geometrics, textures, hints of metallic that can be put on a wall or ceiling. Using wallpaper for one focal wall or inside of built-ins provides just a touch of pattern, it’s not a huge commitment and gives you that extra POP. Very often these gorgeous papers can be used more economically and are easier to change than many of the decorative faux painting techniques out there. What we all have learned once again is that it is all about the prep. If wallpaper is installed properly using sizing/primer it is not an issue when you want to remove, it comes off like a dream. Many of the papers today, have a special backing for ease of removal later. You can wallpaper over a space that has previously been wallpapered once, especially if the first layer was
not primed underneath. I know for years clients have wanted to paint over paper, it can be done but it is not my first recommendation unless the contractor primes with an oil-based primer, and applies mud to the seams. Wallpaper is certainly not for everyone, but take a look at all of the exciting gorgeous papers out there before you rule them out completely. It can provide that last piece of the decorating puzzle to finish off your space. Rebecca Dumas, Owner & Color Consultant Gregory’s Paint & Flooring Johns Creek & Cumming rebecca@gregoryspaintandflooring.com
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NEWS AROUND FORSYTH
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recently recognized the 10th anniversary of the Cumming Forsyth County Miracle League, which began in April 2006.
HAPPY 10TH ANNIVERSARY
CUMMING FORSYTH COUNTY MIRACLE LEAGUE
The board expressed their appreciation and gratitude to the Cumming Forsyth County Miracle League Board, which was founded in 2005 with a vision to provide children with mental and/or physical challenges the opportunity to play baseball as team members in an organized league. The Miracle League provides physically and mentally challenged children and adults a safe and spirited program in which they can hit, run and catch on a For more information on the baseball field. Miracle League visit www.miracleleaguecfc.com
FORSYTH’S VICTORIA VANDERPOOL CROWNED MISS JR. TEEN GEORGIA UNITED STATES Congratulations to Victoria Vanderpool, a sophomore at Lambert High School, on being crowned as Miss Jr Teen Georgia. Victoria is a member of Lambert’s Student Council, DECA, Beta Club, Spanish Honors Society, Math Honors Society, HOSA, Biotech Club, Medical Sciences Academy, and Lambert Cheerleading. She received the 2016 National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence through Harvard University. An avid supporter of various organizations, Victoria has enjoyed working with Relay for Life, American Cancer Society, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Special Olympics, CASA for Children’s Superhero Run and Wandering to Nourish. Victoria recently started her own organization, Books4Georgia. Their mission is to promote literacy and lifelong learning by collecting books to donate to children in need. If you are interested in donating new or used books, email Victoria at books4georgia@gmail.com.
SARCOIDOSIS AWARENESS Awareness of sarcoidosis, an inflammatory disease that causes the immune system, which normally protects the body from infection and disease, to overact resulting in damage to the body’s own tissue, was highlighted during a recent commissioners’ meeting. Eddie Gaitan, the Ambassador for the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research in Georgia, accepted a proclamation from the Forsyth County Commissioner’s that declared the month of April as Sarcoidosis Awareness Month. “This disease, which I have battled since 2001, remains shrouded in mystery. Today researchers are still trying to learn more about the cause and the nature of this affliction,” stated Gaitan. Individuals suffering from Sarcoidosis are encouraged to visit www.StopSarcoidosis.org to stay informed, get connected, and find out about support groups, research efforts and more.
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MY FORSYTH | SHERIFF NEWS
KNOW YOUR
SHERIFF’S OFFICE Duane K . Piper, Sheriff
Nextdoor® Nextdoor® is a social media Web site and app that is being used by many different neighborhoods and public safety organizations, including the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. Nextdoor® has a social side as well as a public safety side to its conversations and notifications. It has given The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office a new way to keep in touch with specific neighborhoods and areas. Nextdoor® is a private social network for neighborhoods. The Nextdoor® platform is about three years old and has been used by different Metro Atlanta agencies during its pilot program. Nextdoor® has already been used by Cobb County Police and Atlanta Police. Both have said it has been a great new resource that they have been able to use to keep in touch with their residents. Nextdoor® is setup for residents within a neighborhood to keep in touch with each other and have conversations that only the residents in the neighborhood can see. The Nextdoor® app can be used by residents that do not live in a neighborhood as well. We have seen a few of these on the map already where people that live on main roads have formed their own neighborhoods. Nextdoor® is particularly useful for law enforcement as the residents can discuss crime in their area and the Sheriff’s Office, or other public safety agency, can see and be a part of the conversation. One thing we have seen is neighbors letting each other know about suspicious activity around the neighborhood. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office has already begun using the app by sending out look outs in different areas. The platform allows law enforcement to select areas like neighborhoods, deputy’s beats, or simply selecting an area on the map. This has been very helpful when wanting to contact specific neighborhoods and let them know about subdivision meetings and other programs being offered to their neighborhood. Nextdoor® also lets us send out emergency notifications, such as critical missing persons, that go directly to everyone’s phones that have the app setup. The notification will show up on the phone’s lock screen so the resident receiving it only has to look at the phone to get the information. This is just one additional way that we now communicate in the case of an emergency or non-emergency situation.
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It is an app anyone can sign up for and register with so they can keep in touch with their neighbors and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. We look forward to seeing more of our residents get the app and stay in touch with each other.
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MY FORSYTH | CHAMBER NEWS
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: LOCAL BUSINESSES HONORED
The Cumming-Forsyth Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the 2016 Excellence in Business Awards Gala, a business awards program that serves to recognize the business leaders who give back to the community and help Forsyth County flourish. The gala was held on April 21st at the Forsyth Conference Center in Cumming. “The Business in Excellence Awards Gala allows us to recognize our business community and their achievements and contributions to our community,” explained Jason Mock, Director of Small Business Services at the Chamber. “Forsyth County is built on the small to midsize businesses and these men and women get up every day trying to make their business and their community better. It is only fitting that the Chamber takes time to identify these hard 18 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
working business leaders for their achievements.” There were over 65 awards nominees who, after interviews and in-person visits to businesses, were narrowed down to 11 finalists and then six winners. Awards were presented in the following categories: • Midsize Business of the Year – AV Excellence • New Business of the Year – Christian Brothers Automotive Cumming • Large Business of the Year – Ace Hardware Forsyth • Spirit of Forsyth – Hampton Inn Cumming The Small Business of the Year award was presented to Thoroughbred Design Group. My Forsyth magazine’s publisher, Julie Brennan, received the Steve Bloom Award.
“I am truly honored to receive this award and share it with the great team of My Forsyth magazine,” stated Brennan. “We strive to provide our readers with the stories of the people, places and opportunities that make Forsyth County great. I am blessed to have a great group of interns, writers and supporters who make our dream possible, one magazine at a time.” “Receiving the Steve Bloom Award in 2014 gave me the confirmation that I was truly making a difference in my community and inspired me to do even more,” Dr. Jim Morrow stated when asked about the meaning of the Steve Bloom Award. Last year awards were presented to Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, Express Employment Professionals and Telecommunications Technical Services.
A Mentor for Life
By Matt Coutu
In the seventh grade, as part of my
Chamber of Commerce held their Excellence
I feel that she was chosen for this coveted
schoolwork, I interned with Julie
in Business Awards Gala, at which Julie was
achievement.
Brennan at the magazine where she
bestowed the Steve Bloom Award, where she
worked. As part of my school project I needed
was recognized for her achievements and
I have witnessed Julie aid small businesses to
to spend time with a local business associated
involvement in the community.
the best of her abilities for over seven years,
with the area of study I was interested in
There were over sixty-five local businesses
and she’s not slowing down any time soon. The
pursuing – journalism.
in the county that were nominated for awards,
continuous effort she puts into My Forsyth,
A consistent and genuinely hard worker,
and six winners were selected.
in addition to numerous other businesses
journalism for the first time, I knew that I
The Steve Bloom Award, formerly known
throughout the county is astounding to say the
would learn new skills that would aid me
as the Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and
least, and as an individual, she is my personal
in my quest to become a writer. Yet, I never
prior to that as the Business Leader of the
role-model.
would have guessed that the woman I would
Year, was renamed the Steve Bloom Award in
be spending a week with, would become
2013. It is named in recognition of Bloom’s
Brennan as a part of our community, and
one of the largest influences of my life, for
countless contributions to the community, as
I’m sure I speak for many when I say that
years to come.
a mentor for several small businesses through
our town would not be nearly the same
Julie has taught me everything I know
the chamber’s SCORE Roundtable program.
without her. The use of subtitles would
about the writing world, in addition to a good
Julie, now publisher of the magazine you’re
occasionally be helpful due to her quick,
amount of life advice as well. She has since
holding, has seen me at my highest and lowest
Spanish-speaking, but the smile on her face
become my second mother, and I can’t imagine
points. She always knows exactly what to say,
speaks for itself no matter where she goes,
where I would be in my career without her.
which is why she is so easy to converse with.
or who she meets. Thank you, Julie, for all of
Recently, the Cumming-Forsyth County
This is only one of the many reasons why
your hard work.
As nervous as I was to enter the field of
Forsyth County is blessed to have Julie
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MY FORSYTH | MOVIE REVIEW
RATATOUILLE
(2007)
DIRECTOR: BRAD BIRD & JAN PINKAVA • ROTTEN TOMATO RATING = 96% Coming off of the relative (for Pixar) disappointment of Cars in 2006 and before the cinema altering phenomenon Wall-E in 2008, Pixar Studios released Ratatouille in June 2007 and it was a true return to form for the unshakeable studio. Often overlooked in the company’s lineup, Ratatouille really deserves to be revisited and rediscovered as the true masterpiece it truly is. Ratatouille is essentially a love letter to Paris, France and the fine art of French culinary exploration. The fact that the main character, Remy, is an anthropomorphic rat is something at once so common in a kids movie that you may overlook that through Remy we the audience are asked to look at our innate bias, prejudice and preconceived notions of what a leading “man” should be. Remy may be a rat by birth but really he is a chef first and foremost and that by the end of the film the message that “Anybody Can Cook” will take on a grander meaning than mere prowess in the kitchen. The overall theme of inner acceptance by any other studio other than Pixar could come across as pandering but is handled here with heart and depth. What would a film be without an opposing force (notice I did not say villain) and in Ratatouille we get… what else but a food critic by the name of Anton Ego. Ego seems to have a personal vendetta against the restaurant where Remy finds himself working as it seems too big to fail. This is almost to on the nose in response to the film criticism that Pixar’s film Cars received 20 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
the year before. By the end of the film Anton overcomes his own ego and finds that through amazing food, no matter whom or what may be cooking it, it has the universal power to help one rediscover what made you love food or film in the first place. In a world where I personally have seen so many poorly conceived movies watching Ratatouille again really tapped into that part of myself that helped me remember why I fell in love with film in the first place. Pixar has become synonymous with quality more so than any other production company throughout Hollywood or the world. It is a lot to live up to keep producing one masterpiece after another every year. Defying the odds Pixar has managed to do just that from their very first film with Toy Story up to undoubtedly this summer’s highly anticipated Finding Dory. My
rating = 9 out of 10
Toy Story (1995) = 10 out of 10 A Bug’s Life (1998) = 9 out of 10 Toy Story 2 (1999) = 9 out of 10 Monsters, Inc. (2001) = 8 out of 10 Finding Nemo (2003) = 9 out of 10 The Incredibles (2004) = 8 out of 10 Cars (2006) = 8 out of 10 Ratatouille (2007) = 9 out of 10 Wall-E (2008) = 10 out of 10 Up (2009) = 10 out of 10 Toy Story 3 (2010) = 9 out of 10 Cars 2 (2011) = 7 out of 10 Brave (2012) = 8 out of 10 Monsters University (2013) = 8 out of 10 Inside Out (2015) = 9 out of 10 The Good Dinosaur (2015) = 8 out of 10
David James Ray Mason graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies with focus on Film Criticism and Director Studies from East Carolina University in 2008. He enjoys a wide range of films including foreign, avant garde, cult cinema, indies, modern blockbusters and especially the classics.
MY FORSYTH | MOVIE REVIEW
Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Starring: Bob Hopkins, Christopher Lloyd, Charles Fleischer Rating: PG Released-1988 Director-Robert Zemeckis
When I was a little girl, I always had two wishes. One of them was to wake up with
fins and become a mermaid, and the other was to live in the same land as my favorite cartoons. Walking with Bugs Bunny or playing with Mickey Mouse would make my dreams come true. Unfortunately, for obvious reasons, that
could not happen. However, I did find the best of both worlds in the movie, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” the hilarious tale of a cartoonhating detective helping a cartoon prove he was framed for a murder. This movie is probably one of the most creative and hilarious movies ever! The way that the cartoons look just as real as the humans is remarkable. I love the “Easter eggs” too, and when Frank Sinatra was a singing sword. Even though this movie is absolutely perfect, there is one character that was a bit creepy. Judge Doom is by far the creepiest character on the planet. Just the way Christopher Lloyd presented the character and gave it that gravity-defining dimension and creepiness is extraordinary. “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” is a story about truth and loyalty, love and forgiveness, resentment and letting things go. What I got out of it was that there is no drug or drink that will make you feel as good as you are when you laugh or when you are positive. We are all given a short time on Earth and we need to spend it positively and lovingly. So instead of “Stop and smell the roses”, why not “Stop and laugh?” You deserve it!
RATING: 100%
Lacey Verrill is a junior at Forsyth Central High School with a passion for writing and big dreams of becoming an Oscar-winning screenwriter.
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MY FORSYTH | LIFESTYLE
PROMISES Treat ourselves as a cherished friend
The most important promises we make are the promises we make to ourselves. How many of us have set personal goals like, “I’m going to the gym everyday for the next month,” or “I’m going to lose 20 lbs. in 2 weeks.” Many of us are great at making these types of lists, but at the end of the day or within the timeframe, see only one or two items checked off or accomplished. What does that feel like to make that promise and then not keep it…..terrible right?
“if you live with the idea that balance is the key to life and strive to achieve that, we are much more likely to realize that balance”
NO MORE
It is easy to minimize how important those promises are, we think that since we made the promise privately, nobody will ever know. The fact is that we should be honoring ourselves as the most important person. Striking balance in our lives is optimum; if you live with the idea that balance is the key to life and strive to achieve that, we are much more likely to realize that balance. Too much of anything isn’t good, having a big bowl of ice cream – good. Five big bowls – not good. That sure sounds easier said than done… huh? But again striving to be better everyday is what it’s all about. We’re all a work in progress and it’s important to be kind to ourselves and only compare ourselves to ourselves. I frequently suggest to my coaching clients that they repeat this mantra “I must treat myself as a cherished friend”. Go ahead say it. That phrase creates a unique perspective of how we view our actions, doesn’t it? Confidence, self-assurance, and happiness can only come from within so let’s try to focus our energy on being the best we can be (that’s what my internal voice is constantly saying) and all the relationships in our lives will improve. Make those realistic promises and keep them because at the end of the day we have to be true and authentic all the while treating ourselves as a cherished friend.
By Monica Miller
Christine Roberts volunteers with Mentor Me North Georgia. She is also an author, speaker, consultant, certified child advocate, wife and mother of two children. She may be reached at christine@cmrobertsllc.com
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I LOVE YOU’S
I was looking directly at my 11 year old son when I told him ‘I love you.’ He looked at me blankly with a penetrating gaze. The nonverbal message said, ‘I know this is where I’m supposed to say it back, but I can’t.’ I let it slide and dismissed the dis. His classmate was visiting. I figured that’s why he simply couldn’t do it. Minutes passed and this time I really meant it when I said ‘lights out’ and again I really meant it when I said ‘I love you’ for a second time. “Good night,” I added to give the situation some finality. Last call! Last chance for you to say it too! Can you? Again, I got the look and again, silence and a stare. I left his room slightly dejected yet fully aware he has entered those years where peers influence heavily and perhaps his love for his Mommy is something not everyone within earshot needs to hear confirmed. I recognize we are all growing up and our relationship is moving into unchartered territory. We will figure it all out together though perhaps not publicly. After his buddy headed home and we continued on with our day, I heard it. He freely told me, “I love you Mommy” just like my sweet baby boy used to say proudly. And on those nights, much like tonight, when something has stirred him awake and he can’t go back to sleep, he has his Mommy’s room to retreat to. Guess what he told me after he found his cozy spot under the bedding? “Good night Mommy. I love you.” Perfect.
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MY FORSYTH | FORSYTH FOODIE
Branchwater Todd Hogan, the Vickery Village eatery is now in its third year. The casual atmosphere combined with award-winning cuisine makes a visit to Branchwater a culinary treat. Our visit took place on a beautiful afternoon, so we decided to sit out on the patio. A calm breeze and the attentiveness of Julie, the restaurant hostess, coupled with the attention we received from our waitress was just what we needed. Our meal began with two fabulous appetizers: Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Housemade Bacon & Maple Vinaigrette and Broiled Brie with Date & Walnut Jam with Crispy Pita. I was pleasantly surprised by the unique taste and flavor of the Brussels Sprouts, since I don’t typically eat them. The vinaigrette was perfect. Both appetizers were a great way to start our culinary adventure. Our entrees were beautifully presented and tasty. The Mediterranean Sea Bass with Citrus Quinoa, Chick Peas, Goat Cheese, Tomatoes and Arugula was flavorful and not too heavy. The Lemon & Caper Grilled Salmon with Artichokes, Spinach, Tomatoes & Roasted Yukon Potatoes was cooked to perfection and most pleasant. Other items available on the menu include fried lobster tails, spicy peach pork chop, braised lamb and duck confit, to name a few. Branchwater also features signature steaks and seafood. Soups, salads, sandwiches and other items are available; there’s likely something to please every 470.253.7910 discerning taste. ry ke ic V h ut So The dessert selection included a butterscotch 5820 040 30 GA g, Crème Brûlée cheesecake and a chocolate tart with in m m Cu / om .c le ab cherries and housemade mascarpone ice cream. nt pe www.o er Branchwater features live music, patio dining, and at branchw friendly service. Reservations are recommended.
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Thai Basil Kitchen
By Nicha Pramrutairat
You won’t have to travel far to get authentic Thai food with fresh ingredients. Thai Basil Kitchen, located right off GA 141, 2 miles from The Collection, offers an extensive menu with favorites like Pad Thai, Mussamun Curry, and Pad Kee Mao. One of our personal favorites, The Spicy Catfish, is packed with flavor and Thai herbs such as; Thai basil leaves, Thai eggplant, young peppercorn, and lesser galangal. Chef Carlos’ passion to create fresh and flavorful dishes makes every plate a tasty treat. To ensure freshness as well as taste, everything is made daily to enhance your food experience. Because everyone’s spice level is different, every dish PATIO IS N PE is prepared specially to the desired taste of O NOW each individual. The level ranges from mild, medium, hot, and Thai hot. If you would like something extra flavorful ask for a spice tray. With the summer months rapidly approaching mangoes are in season! We offer Thailand’s favorite dessert, mango and sticky rice topped with coconut milk and toasted mung bean. Another exciting feature is outdoor seating. The patio is now open for guests to take their enjoyable dining experience into the sunshine. No matter where you sit or which dish you try, we promise your time at Thai Basil Kitchen is well spent! So please stop by to enjoy the flavorful dishes of Thailand right here in Forsyth.
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TOCCOA RIVER LODGE
This Spring Break my dad’s entire family got together at the AMAZING Toccoa River Lodge; most of us got there on Thursday but a few of my cousins who already had spring break came on Friday. The house is meant for a few family’s to rent out but my dad has four brothers, one sister and their parents so we took up the entire house. I looked around the house it has a gourmet kitchen, a huge living room, a game room [I played my first game of Packman], seven bed rooms including a master suite four bedrooms with private bath, two sharing a Jack and Jill bath, and one just across from a powder bath. To me the kitchen was most important because that’s where the magic happened. On Friday morning my aunt made a breakfast casserole with cheese, sausage, and eggs, and my mom made my favorite French toast casserole and another aunt made muffins. After breakfast I went outside with my cousins and played with a big ball. My other cousins came over and we played a baseball game with about ten other kids. We 28 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
were called in for lunch to have my uncle’s famous Colorado chili; the recipe had tender stewed pork, onions, Anaheim chilies and a couple of other things; by the way this lunch was served at four thirty in the evening. It was really, really good and so much love went in to this meal. At eleven o’clock the previous night my aunts and I were chopping up peppers, roasting them, and getting started. After lunch we resumed the baseball game; it was family memories in the making. It was lots of fun and we were so exhausted afterwards that I don’t even know who won. That night we had a late taco dinner at ten thirty. We also played “What are the Odds.” My cousin Lucas lost and had to jump in the water. He said, “ It was really cold”. Then about midnight we all went to bed. On Saturday morning we had pancakes and bacon. They made about 50 pancakes with vanilla which gave them a nice touch. That morning we all sat around enjoying the views. For lunch we had saltenas which are like Bolivian potpies with meat and potatoes and they take three days to
make, they have a pie crust on the outside and are really good. That afternoon we walked along an old abandoned rail road track, we must have walked about three miles round trip. We even had a chance to walk on a bridge that went over the Toccoa River. I was really scared because of my extremely poor balance but if anyone had fallen you wouldn’t go all the way through the tracks. After we crossed the bridge and were heading back to the lodge, I walked with my cousin Perrin and she told me about my dream college, the University of Georgia. That night we had burgers, and hot dogs. On Sunday, the last day of our stay, we took family photos to remember the amazing vacation. I loved this vacation, with all of my family, full of laughs, love and bonding, even all of my Clavijo cousins who are at least three years older than me. I learned that we all accept each other and love one another. Ava Clavijo, age 12, is a student at Otwell Middle School. She enjoys trying new foods and restaurants.
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SUMMER CAR CARE By Tom Burgess
You never want to be that person stranded on the side of the road during hot weather. Summer’s heat, traffic, and a long drive can be tough on your vehicle, so here are five things you can check before the weather gets too hot, and certainly before you take that summer road trip you’ve been looking forward to for months. #1 Check your coolant level. The number one reason cars overheat is low coolant. Always make sure the antifreeze is at the correct level in your radiator overflow tank. If that tank has no coolant at all, you should wait until the engine is cool, then add coolant to the cold line in that reservoir, and then remove the radiator cap and ensure the radiator is full to the top. #2 Radiator and hoses. Check to see that your hoses are soft pliable, not hard and crunchy and that they don’t have any visible cracks. Your car should not use any coolant – it is a closed system. If you are having to add coolant, be sure to check for pinhole leaks in hoses, coolant dripping out of the water pump or a possible crack in the radiator. Be sure to check when the engine is hot and running. If you see any of these, or evidence of dried coolant on your radiator – it would be a good idea to have your system pressure checked for leaks. #3 Battery. Very hot temperatures are tough on your battery. Modern batteries tend to fail very quickly as they don’t give the tell-tale slow cranking to warn you they are getting weak like they used to. You can have a load test done for 30 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
free at our shop or most parts supply stores – this is definitely the best way to determine the health of your battery before it suddenly fails to start the car without warning. And clean the terminals if they have a buildup of corrosion on them. #4 Transmissions. Just like your engine oil, your transmission fluid has a lifespan too, so check it before departing. Ensure it is at the correct level, and examine the color and smell. It should be pink and should not smell burnt at all. Everyone knows that engine oil gets contaminated and dirty and loses its ability to properly lubricate the engine, but many people forget that the same thing happens to transmission fluid. It is far cheaper to replace transmission fluid according to the manufacture’s recommendation intervals, than it is to purchase a new transmission somewhere far from home. #5 Drive Belts. If your belt lets go you will likely be stranded for some time until another can be located and installed. It’s easy to spot signs of aging on the thick V-Belts usually found on older cars – they will have cracks on the bottom where they run inside the pulleys. It is much harder to tell the health of the more
modern serpentine belts. Often they will not crack or break, they actually harden and glaze over. Then the belt will turn, but it will slide across the pulleys verses actually turning them as designed. This means at high speed your water pump, cooling fan, alternator or power steering pump may not be turning at all. Suddenly your temperature gauge goes up at highway speed even though the belt appears working fine at idle. So feel the belt; if it feels smooth and hard verses rubbery, it may be time to have it replaced. Have your mechanic give your vehicle an inspection or come visit us at Christian Brother Automotive in Cumming. We will check the items above plus 70 more for free! This includes your engine oil, brakes, tires, filters and much more. Don’t let the summer heat leave you stranded, make sure your car is prepared to handle it! CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AUTOMOTIVE 5960 Bethelview Rd, Cumming, GA 30040 (470) 695-3131 www.locations.cbac.com/cumming
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THE THIRST TO LIVE THIS SUMMER
By Stephanie Busch
How does a family keep it cool in these hot summer months? No worries, we’ve got some ideas! Netflix® isn’t going anywhere and nothing should be stopping you. We’ve only got six weekends during summer break to make memories before the kids go back to school and life gets busy again. Let’s make it a summer to remember! Get out of the house and embrace the land, water, and fresh air around our community. Continued on next page
Pitch a Tent on New Stomping Grounds Journey through the winding, blissful mountain roads and gaze upon the green, scenic mountains of North Georgia; you will feel relaxed and ready to explore by the time you reach your destination. If you like the comforts of home, camping may not top your list of things to do, but it’s worth a try. It’s a wonderful, fun family activity that everyone will be talking about for years to come. There are many options for campers of all experience level, taste and preference. Before you set up your site and pitch your tent, don’t forget to try “glamping”; no tent to pitch or sleeping bag to roll. That’s camping in style! North Georgia Canopy Tours (NGCT) offers a truly fun and easy way for the entire family to enjoy camping in the North Georgia Forest. Pack your suitcase lightly and get ready to be amazed when you see the Teepee you will call home for the weekend. Each style of Teepee 32 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
is unique in design and amenities to satisfy many different tastes. For the camper with more refined needs, you can choose a Teepee that comes complete with linens, electricity, beds of different sizes, and much more. On display are the captivating details of its distinctive nativeAmerican history. There is no better way for your family to learn about the cherished culture of the Cherokee Indians than what can be captured throughout the camp grounds, with separate camp-sites named after the Seven Clans of the Cherokee Indians. NGCT is located in Lula, Georgia and also offers opportunities for those wishing to zip line. For traditional style camping, check out Sawnee Campground, located just north of the Buford Dam. This camp is part of our beloved Lake Sidney Lanier in Buford. It is thriving with many campsites and surrounded by the beautiful nature of Georgia. This camp is perfect for a relaxed family-camping experience and provides breathtaking views of the stars in the sky and the sunset over the still lake. There
is ample space to set up camp, grill out, and enjoy time around the campfire. Nearby boat access allows for kayaking, swimming, wakeboarding, and other family-friendly activities. Relax, In or Out of the Water Every sunny day has something new to offer, and you can soak it up while cruising down the lazy river in Helen, Georgia. Cool River Tubing is the perfect way to float about the day. This slow-paced, relaxing ride down the river is a crowd pleaser and provides safe, quality time together. The cool water on your toes makes the heat of the day fade away as you drift into relaxation. Tubes and life jackets are provided so all you need to bring is some water-safe shoes, and get set for fun! If you love the water, but would rather be standing on the banks with a fishing rod, Unicoi Outfitters is your destination for fly fishing. Located in Helen, they offer a variety of classes such as The Gilligan Special, Fly Fishing Classes, and Fly Tying Classes for beginners. Starting
from the basics and progress to your personal level of skill, Unicoi Outfitters provides a committed and experienced staff to teach any level of fly fisher, small group, or family. So mark your calendars and challenge yourself while enjoying a new sport. Also worth visiting is the Buford Trout Hatchery, located in Forsyth County, on the banks of the Chattahoochee River just downstream of Lake Lanier and Buford Dam. Visitors can enjoy a walk along the hatchery, the bird trail and a whole lot more. Get Ready for Lift-off! What could be more exhilarating than soaring along 10-miles of zip lines? This summer you cannot miss the experience of Screaming Eagle Zip Line Tours at Historic Banning Mills in Whitesburg, Ga. Certified by the Guinness World Records, this is the World’s longest and largest zip lines (just under 10 miles). There are six levels to choose from to get your adrenaline pumping.
If you’re like me and are comfortable closer to the ground, hop up on horseback and explore the inviting forests of Dahlonega. Gold City Corral is an excellent place to take the family horseback riding. I love to ride and believe getting to know my horse before going on a ride is essential. Gold City Corral staff allows time for you and your horse to interact by grooming and feeding it. The rides are designed for beginners, intermediate, and experienced riders so everyone can enjoy their time. For the more spontaneous folk, spend your day high in the sky and go for a hot air balloon ride. Balloons over Georgia is located right here in Forsyth. Get inspired and glide through the clouds as you venture through an experience of a lifetime. Don’t be afraid to look down because this ride gives you and your family the unique opportunity to view Lake Lanier, Stone Mountain, and Kennesaw Mountain at a bird’s eye view. Embark on new adventures with your
family and friends close to home. Less than an hour away in the lush beautiful North Georgia Mountains, there are opportunities at your fingertips that are well worth the reach!
North Georgia Canopy Tours www.northgeorgiacanopytours.com
Sawnee Campground www.recreation.gov/camping/sawnee
Cool River Tubing www.coolrivertubing.com
Unicoi Outfitters www.unicoioutfitters.com
Screaming Eagle Zip Line Tours www.historicbanningmills.com
Buford Trout Hatchery www.georgiawildlife.org/ Hatcheries/Buford
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MY FORSYTH | LIFESTYLE
WILDERNESS THERAPY With summer almost here I had begun to sense the need for revitalization to erase the moodiness that was occurring too often; to evade current reality that depresses my spirit; spend some time in the wilderness, meditating on my life. Twelve hours after leaving Atlanta the bush pilot lowered the Cessna down through swirling clouds into the Severn River canyon. The surface appears calm from a few hundred feet up. Scanning the current for boulders he picks a spot and sets the floatplane down. Scudding to a stop he forces the pontoons onto a sandbar then cuts the engine. I unlashed the canoe and get my supplies. I watch the floatplane idle to mid-stream. He revs the engine, turns into the wind and roars down the river, giving me a thumbs-up as the plane lifts out of the gorge. My umbilical cord is severed. My recovery has begun.
After one week the pilot will return to a designated site and pick me up.
I find driftwood and get prepared for sleep. I chew a nugget of chocolate. Horizons fade as night creeps in. I hear the cry of an Osprey and I see nature in motion as the bird swoops to capture a fish. I watch the Aurora Borealis fire streamers of color across the cobalt sky. By candlelight I begin editing a manuscript. Far above, in the lingering twilight, Canadian snow geese, in a fragmented formation, bending like gossamer, weaving, undulating with the vagaries of lofty winds, wend their way to a mysterious destination. Echoing down the river I hear wolves on a hunt. A snow owl ghosts low between me and the moon. A breeze whispers from the tamaracks and teases my beard. A flight of ducks descends onto the water squabbling as the sun sets the western sky ablaze. The night sky shimmers like jewels, from horizon to horizon, and out 34 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
to infinity, displaying celestial splendor created by the Master Painter. Fire flower petals flutter from above and float on the surface like miniature yachts in a regatta. I crawl into my tent. I watch curious eyes, ovals reflecting from embers in my campfire. I listen to magical melodies of the night. I rise with the sun. The eyes from the night are gone. A black bear ambles from a thicket followed by cubs. She growls a warning then disappears back in the tamarack. A fox vixen yaps threateningly for my intrusion into her domain. The river gurgles. I sense a trophy. Coffee gets my blood flowing and I head for the river. I cast in the rapids. A strike is instantaneous. I see a flash of fire in the depths. A Muskie fights like fury. On my next cast I hook a brook trout. Under a flume I catch a walleye for dinner. I pick wild raspberries. Dinner will be a feast, loaded with isolation atmosphere. Peace surrounds me. I spot a moose with her calf frolicking in a stream. I see an Eagle riding thermals. Elk graze silently. An owl screeches. I lie back on my knapsack and begin to re-visit my life. Then much too soon the miracle is over. I dip water from the river and obliterate all evidence that I was there. I hear the drone of a plane. The bush pilot has returned. I lash my canoe onto the pontoon and climb aboard. Arriving in Winnipeg I call my wife. I tell her that she will meet a revitalized husband. I schedule next year’s isolation therapy session. My fire has been rekindled. Bill York, age 90, is a WWII navy veteran. York is a writer with six novels in the Gwinnett Library System. He may be reached at sioux2222@gmail.com.
MY FORSYTH | BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT We are pleased to welcome Dr. Iryna Yelisetty, or as many patients call her, Dr. Y to the Cumming area. Sharon Springs Dental is a private dental office where the owner and the team members concern themselves with the quality of dental care families of Cumming receive and the future of our community. We incorporate ECO-friendly philosophy in everything we do... less radiation, less water usage, and less paper waste by utilizing the latest technologies. The office is LATEX FREE , AMALGAM FREE and uses BPA FREE filling material and cements for crowns to ensure your long-term health and dental wellbeing. Dr. Y is well-trained in all aspects of dentistry with the emphasis on esthetics and TMJ problem resolution. She has extensive experience working with kids of all ages, starting as little as six months old. At Sharon Springs Dental, the entire team takes time to educate the patients and leaves you equipped with the knowledge and the skills S SHARON SPRING necessary to take good care or your DENTAL smile at home. Y
The practice is now open and accepting new patients. Visit their Facebook page and web site for information and promotions.
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MY FORSYTH | HEALTH & WELLNESS
SHINE THIS SUMMER AND AVOID SUNBURNS Getting sunburned during a family vacation in your youth can lead to skin cancer later in life. That’s why 20 minutes before you run outside to enjoy the summer, do this: put on a hat and apply sun block with a sun protection factor (SPF) 30 or greater. Sunburns are linked to skin cancer and by wearing a hat, long-sleeved clothes and applying sunblock, you will help protect your skin from harm. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Most cases of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Melanoma spreads rapidly and can be life-threatening if untreated. Early detection: If caught early, melanoma is curable, so early detection is crucial. The number of skin cancers diagnosed every year in the U.S. exceeds the total of all other types of cancer combined. 36 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
Recognizing the risks: Pay attention to any changes in size, shape and color of spots on the skin. Look for moles that are big or have a strange shape. Also note if they vary in color or change with time. If you spot anything unusual, contact your doctor. More than just sunscreen: In addition to sunscreen, protect your skin from the sun and avoid indoor tanning salons. Stay in the shade, especially during midday hours. Wear dark clothing that covers your arms and legs. Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays. More than one million new cases of skin cancer are caught every year. Don’t be one of them.
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Skin Cancer Screenings Northside Hospital Cancer Institute hosts skin cancer screenings during the summer to help you understand your risk for developing this deadly disease. Wednesday, June 22 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Northside Hospital Forsyth Cancer Center
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ETHNICITY AND THE HEART Ethnicity is a difficult concept because it is more than just race. It incorporates your ancestry, religion, nationality and geography. Beyond genetics, it looks at your attitude about health and illness, your lifestyle choices, your customs and culture. As travel around the world grows exponentially and interracial marriages become increasingly common, ethnicity is even harder to define. There is, however, still value in looking at ethnic origin and its impact on health. Atlanta is home to many different ethnic groups. We have large European populations, African Americans, Hispanics, Chinese, Koreans, Russians, Ukrainians and South Asians. In each of these groups cardiovascular disease remains to #1 killer but the manifestations of the disease vary significantly. Risk factors for heart disease remain the same in all ethnic groups but the proportion and age of onset for any given risk factor differs tremendously. In the Caucasian population smoking has always been a major risk factor. While smoking is on the decline we still have a long way to go. As Caucasians shifted their diet that was rich in cholesterol, we have seen an excess of carbohydrate intake leading to the development 38 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
of obesity and subsequently diabetes. The need to reduce carbohydrates and increase exercise is the #1 priority in this population that suffers greatly from heart attacks and strokes. Many of the South East Asian countries have diets that are rich in their use of sodium. As a result there is a higher chance of a Chinese or Korean patient to have a stroke related to high blood pressure rather than a heart attack. Similar findings are seen in African Americans who also have a higher incidence of hypertension and secondarily strokes. South Asians (individuals whose ancestry comes from countries like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Nepal and Burma) have a fivefold greater chance of developing diabetes prematurely and as a result have the highest incidence of heart attacks in the world. In general South Asians also have smaller body size and therefore respond less well to mechanical intervention such as a stents or bypass surgery. Hispanics also tend to develop obesity and diabetes earlier but do not have the same accelerated rate of heart attacks that South Asians or even Caucasians do. The level of inflammation within the body may be a
contributing factor and there are tests that help in evaluating these levels. Visible minorities also tend to differ in socioeconomic status and this can impact access to health care. They often have a more fatalistic approach to life and are more inclined to use alternative medicines that include both homeopathic and naturopathic remedies. Language barriers, lack of cultually specific lifestyle advice and a variable social support network can all impact the development of heart and stroke disease. Our risk stratification tools such as the Framingham Risk Score have also been developed mainly for Caucasians and may underestimate true risk in other ethnic groups. One of the biggest challenges to treating visible minorities is that much of our clinical research has focused on the Caucasian population and therefore we are not certain about the efficacy and safety of current medications and treatments in this population. It is important that future studies be more inclusive of Americans from various ethnic backgrounds so that we can ensure optimal health for all! Narendra Singh, MD, FRCP(C), FACC, FAHA is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, and the Director of Clinical Research, Atlanta Heart Specialists LLC, Atlanta, GA. Dr. Singh may be reached at 678-679-6800 or DrSingh@ahsmed.com. www.heartdrsingh.com.
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MY FORSYTH | HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEELS “ AND YOUR HEALTH The high heel has been a fashion icon for the last five decades unlike the chic but whimsical trends like gloves, hats and bows. So why has a shoe that causes such physical discomfort become the model of feminine sexuality? Lets start with a bit of history. The origins of the high heel can be traced to 3500 BC where they are clearly shown in Egyptian murals. Moving forward, Persian equestrians (both men and women) popularized the heel in order to better fit into the riding stirrup in the 600BCs. Heels became a true fashion trend in medieval Europe when both male and female royalty wore them as a display of authority and power. In the modern era, women have worn high heels between 40% to 70% of the working day depending upon the zeitgeist of the decade. The American Spine Health Institute attributes several ailments to the heel: (1) increase foot, ankle and knee injuries, (2) increase incidence of hammertoes and bunions, and (3) an increased back pain to name a few. So why has the heel survived? High heels have become a symbol of
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feminine sexuality because pumps: (1) define the calf muscle, (2) create an upright posture that accentuates the butt and breasts, and (3) make the legs look longer and thinner. All of this is created without surgery so clearly the heel should be considered analogous to both the push-up bra and spanks. Fashion trends will always come and go, but the high heel will likely endure because it engenders selfconfidence and grace. Plastic surgery follows the trends in society, and like the high heels is here to stay. Our goal is to create self-confidence that appears natural to you. Like the heel there are some risks involved; however, most patients stand taller and feel better in their new “shoes”. And just like the myriad of brands that make shoes (Louboutin, Saint Laurent, Zanotti, etc.), there are numerous physicians out there to provide their services. You have a lot to choose from, and marketing hype plays a role in both instances. Please ensure you are treated by a board-certified plastic surgeon or you might be looking at a serious case of the “Uggs”.
So why has a shoe that causes such physical discomfort become the model of feminine sexuality?
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Hunter Moyer, MD is board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is also an active member of the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Plastic Surgery Research Council and Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Moyer may be reached at 404.250.3393.
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SNORING AND SLEEP APNEA SERVICES
THE JOY OF
SLEEPING
• Somnoplasty • Transoral Robotic Surgery • Pillar Implant • Sleep consultation and testing including polysomnogram (sleep study) and CPAP titration • Uvulopalatoplasty and coblation assisted uvulectomy • Coblation assisted tongue base resection • Hyoid suspension • Inspire
By Joel Hoffman, MD Sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep, continues to plague many people and goes undiagnosed and/or untreated far too often. People with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times. This means the brain — and the rest of the body — may not get enough oxygen. There are two types of sleep apnea: • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): The more common of the two forms of apnea, it is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually when the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses during sleep. • Central sleep apnea: Unlike OSA, the airway is not blocked, but the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe, due to instability in the respiratory control center. If left untreated, sleep apnea can result in a myriad of health issues, including high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, and irregular heartbeats, to name a few. The effect sleep apnea can have on a person’s daily life – from poor workplace performance to the inability to perform daily activities – can often create drastic changes in someone’s overall quality of life. Sleep apnea is not just an adult condition, as it affects children and youth. When discussing treatments for those suffering from sleep apnea, most think of having to wear a big mask over their heads and feel the intrusiveness of such equipment is far too much to deal with. Our practice offers the latest technology in treating snoring and sleep apnea. NAENTA provides patients with various alternatives including oral 42 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
appliance therapy, palate/tonsil surgery, pillar implants, hyoid suspension, Inspire and direct tongue base resection. NAENTA’s Dr. Sanjay Athavale is one of only four surgeons in Metro Atlanta trained in the Inspire implant therapy for the treatment of sleep apnea. Inspire therapy is a small, fully implanted system that senses breathing patterns and delivers mild stimulation to maintain multilevel airway patency during sleep. Upper airway stimulation technology provides a first of its kind alternative for those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea that is unable to use or get consistent benefit from CPAP. CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure, is a treatment for sleep apnea that uses mild air pressure to keep the airways open. Some patients are able to be treated for snoring with injection snoreplasty, an in-office procedure where a small amount of a sclerosing agent is injected into the soft palate in order to create a controlled scar. Results take up to 6-8 weeks. The procedure itself takes less than 15 minutes. After the injection patients remain in the office for observation for approximately 10 minutes. Post procedure pain is minimal and is well controlled with ibuprofen or acetaminophen. You may also utilize throat lozenges. No dietary restrictions are needed. Don’t let your sleep apnea go untreated. It’s not worth the unwanted changes it can bring to your life – and that of those around you. After all, we all need a good night’s sleep! For more information and to schedule an appointment, call our office at 770-292-3045
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MY FORSYTH | HEALTH & WELLNESS
Types of Color Contacts Most colored contact lenses are designed to mimic the natural look of the colored part of the eye, called the iris. Since this area is made up of colorful shapes and lines, some color contacts feature a series of tiny colored dots and radially arranged colored lines and shapes to help the lenses look more natural on the eye. The center of the lens, the part that lies over your pupil is clear so you can see. Color contacts come in three kinds of tints: Visibility tint. This usually is a light blue or green tint added to a lens, just to help you see it better during insertion and removal, or if you drop it. Visibility tints are relatively faint and do not affect your eye color. Enhancement tint. This is a solid but translucent (see-through) tint that is a little darker than a visibility tint. As the name implies, an enhancement tint is meant to enhance the natural color of your eyes. Colored contacts with this type of tint usually are best for people who have light-colored eyes and want to make their eye color more intense. Opaque tint. This is a non-transparent tint that can change your eye color completely. If you have dark eyes, you’ll need this type of color contact lens to change your eye color. Color contacts with opaque tints come in a wide variety of colors, including hazel, green, blue, violet, amethyst, brown a Costume or theatrical contact lenses also fall into the category of opaque color tints. Long used in the movies (The Man Who Fell to Earth, Avatar and the Twilight series), these special-effect contact lenses are now widely available for novelty use. You can temporarily transform yourself into an alien, gothic or vampire; if that’s something you are interested in doing! Source: All About Vision
Mira Sivan is a family practice optometrist with an emphasis on ocular disease, contact lenses fitting and pediatrics. She may be reached at 678-648-5185.
JANET WALDEN NAMED TO THE NATIONAL CASA ASSOCIATION SUBURBAN LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Janet Walden has been appointed by the National Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Association as a member of its newly formed Suburban Leadership Council. Four Leadership Councils (Urban, Suburban, Rural, and Tribal) have been organized by the National CASA Association with members representing their peers from similar size programs. Each council will advise and provide support to the National CASA Association in its work on behalf of state organizations and local programs, by sharing expertise and providing input and guidance. “Through strong partnerships and collaborative strategies, together we will strengthen the foundation of the CASA/GAL member network,
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create pathways for sustainable organizational growth, and generate better outcomes for the abused and neglected children served in the communities we serve,” said Tara Perry, Chief Executive Officer of National CASA Association. Janet Walden, Executive Director, with CASA of Forsyth County, Inc. in Cumming, GA, was appointed to the National CASA Association Suburban Leadership Council. Along with 11 other CASA directors from across the country, Ms. Walden will be sharing her expertise gained by serving abused and neglected children through court appointed advocacy in her own community in Forsyth County. “This engagement with state and local members is rooted in the National CASA Association Strategic Framework,” said Perry. “We are very appreciative and excited to have this level of talent serving on the Suburban Leadership Council working together to look at the unique needs of abused and neglected children in suburban communities.” The National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association is a network of almost 1,000 programs that recruit, train and support more than 76,000 citizen-volunteers who advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the courtrooms of their communities. The only program of its kind, Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers are empowered by
the courts to provide children with one-on-one advocacy. CASA volunteers see their assigned children regularly and interview all the adults who impact their lives. Volunteer advocates offer judges the critical information they need to ensure each child’s rights and needs are being attended to while in foster care, staying with the child until he or she is placed in a loving permanent home. For many abused children, their CASA volunteer is the only constant adult presence in their lives. For more information about the National CASA Association, readers are encouraged to visit www.casaforchildren.org. For more information about your local CASA program, please visit www.forsythcountycasa.org.
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DOWN & DERBY
Rotary Club Celebrates a Southern Tradition Amidst the colorful and unique ladies’ hats, bright jackets and mint juleps, a beautiful sunny North Georgia afternoon served as the backdrop to the Rotary Club of Lanier Forsyth’s 3rd Annual Down & Derby Fundraising event, held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Michael G. Hogan. Attendees feasted on various culinary treats and refreshments while listening to tunes being played on the piano, as they waited for the running of the 142nd Kentucky Derby. Attendees joined the singing of “My Old Kentucky Home” during the race telecast. This year’s sponsors included Hogan Healthcare, Northside Hospital Forsyth, American Proteins, Inc., Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Data Media Associates, John Heath & ReMax, Minuteman Press, Christian 48 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
Brothers Automotive, The Joint at The Collection at Forsyth, Tam’s BackStage, McDonald Family Funeral Homes, State Farm and Morrow Family Medicine, to name a few. For a complete list of sponsors, visit www.forsythdownandderby.com. The race distance is one and one-quarter miles long, and it is Colts and geldings in the race carry 126 pounds (57 kg), and fillies in the race carry 121 pounds (55 kg). The Kentucky Derby is a top rank, Grade I stakes race for 3-year old Thoroughbred horses run on the dirt racetrack at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Traditions at the Kentucky Derby are bountiful, with the hats being a must watch event. The hats set the event apart from other sports and entertainment events, and are described as part southern, part spectacle. Down & Derby benefits various local
organizations, including Mentor Me North Georgia, Eagle Ranch, L.E.A.D.E.R, Bald Ridge Lodge and the United Service Organizations (USO). Over $50,000 was raised at the event and plans are underway for next year’s Down & Derby.
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MY FORSYTH | SCHOOL DIRECTORY
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Big Creek Elementary 1994 Peachtree Parkway 770.887.4584 Principal: Sherri Black sblack@forsyth.k12.ga.us Brookwood Elementary 2980 Vaughan Drive 678.965.5060 Principal: Kathie Braswell kbraswell@forsyth.k12,ga.us Chattahoochee Elementary 2800 Holtzclaw Road 770.781.2240 Principal: Barbara Vella bvella@forsyth.k12.ga.us Chestatee Elementary 6945 Keith Bridge Road 770.887.2341 Principal: Polly Tennies ptennies@forsyth.k12.ga.us Coal Mountain Elementary 3455 Coal Mountain Drive 770.887.7705 Principal: Kimberly Davis kdavis@forsyth.k12.ga.us Cumming Elementary 540 Dahlonega Street 770.887.7749 Principal: Pam Pajerski ppajerski@forsyth.k12.ga.us Daves Creek Elementary 3740 Melody Mizer Lane 770.888.1223 Principal: Eric Ashton eashton@forsyth.k12.ga.us Haw Creek Elementary 2555 Echols Road 678.965.5070 Principal: Dr. Amy Coker arcoker@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Midway Elementary 4805 Atlanta Highway 770.475.6670 Principal: Todd Smith tsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Otwell Middle 605 Tribble Gap Road 770.887.5248 Principal: Steve Miller stmiller@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sawnee Elementary 1616 Canton Highway 770.887.6161 Principal: Eileen Nix ecnix@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Piney Grove Middle 8135 Majors Road 678.965.5010 Principal: Terri North tnorth@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Settles Bridge Elementary 600 James Burgess Road 770.887.1883 Principal: Lee Anne Rice lrice@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Riverwatch Middle 610 James Burgess Road 678.455.7311 Principal: Kathy Carpenter kcarpenter@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sharon Elementary 3595 Old Atlanta Road 770.888.7511 Principal: Amy Bartlett abartlett@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth Middle 4670 Windermere Parkway Cumming, GA 30041 Principal: Sandy Tinsley stinsley@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Shiloh Point Elementary 8145 Majors Road 678.341.6481 Principal: Derrick Hershey dhershey@forsyth.k12.ga.us Sliver City Elementary 6200 Dahlonega Highway 678.965.5020 Principal: Paige Andrews pandrews@forsyth.k12.ga.us Vickery Creek Elementary 6280 Post Road 770.346.0040 Principal: Kristan Riedinger kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us Whitlow Elementary 3655 Castleberry Road 678.965.5090 Principal: Dr. Lynne Castleberry lcastleberry@forsyth.k12.ga.us
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Johns Creek Elementary 6205 Old Atlanta Road 678.965.5041 Principal: Alyssa Degliumberto adegliumberto@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Lakeside Middle 2565 Echols Road 678.965.5080 Principal: Debbie Sarver dsarver@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Kelly Mill Elementary 1180 Chamblee Gap Road 678.965.4953 Principal: Ron McAlliste rmcallister@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Liberty Middle 7465 Wallace Tatum Road 770.781.4889 Principal: Cheryl Riddle criddlel@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Mashburn Elementary 3777 Samples Road 770.889.1630 Principal: Tracey Smith tbsmith@forysth.k12.ga.us
Little Mill Middle 6800 Little Mill Road 678.965.5000 Principal: Connie McCrary cmccrary@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Matt Elementary 7455 Wallace Tatum Road 678.455.4500 Principal: Charlley Stalder cstalder@forsyth.k12.ga.us
North Forsyth Middle 3645 Coal Mountain Drive 770.889.0743 Principal: Jeff Hunt jhunt@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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Vickery Creek Middle 6240 Post Road 770.667.2580 Principal: Drew Hayes dhayes@forsyth.k12.ga.us
HIGH SCHOOLS Forsyth Central High 520 Tribble Gap Road 770.887.8151 Principal: Mitch Young myoung@forsyth.k12.ga.us Lambert High School 805 Nichols Road 678.965.5050 Principal: Dr. Gary Davison gdavison@forsyth.k12.ga.us North Forsyth High 3635 Coal Mountain Drive 770.781.6637 Principal: Jeff Cheney jcheney@forsyth.k12.ga.us South Forsyth High 585 Peachtree Parkway 770.781.2264 Principal: Laura Wilson lwilson@forsyth.k12.ga.us West Forsyth High 4155 Drew Road 770.888.3470 Principal: Heather Gordy hgordy@forsyth.k12.ga.us Forsyth Academy Forsyth Academy at Night 770.781.3141
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Cornerstone Schools 4888 Browns Bridge Road 770.205.8202 Head of School: Angela Martin www.cornerstonesch.com Covenant Christian Academy 6905 Post Road 770.674.2990 Headmaster: Jonathan Arnold www.covenantrams.com Fideles Christian School 1390 Weber Industrial Drive 770.888.6705 Directors: Jonny and Ellen Whisenant www.fideles.net Friendship Christian School 3160 Old Atlanta Road 678.845.0418 Head of School: Dr. Rick Johnson Elementary Principal: Dianne Gormley www.friendshipchristianschool.us Horizon Christian Academy (K-6) 2160 Freedom Parkway (7-12) 433 Canton Road 678.947.3583, 678.947.0711 Headmaster: Heather Marshall www.horizonchristian.org Ivy League Montessori School 1791 Kelly Mill Road 770.781.5586 School Director: Becky Carty www.ilmsnet.com McGinnis Woods Country Day School 5380 Faircroft Drive 770-664-7764 Principal: Mary Johnson www.mcginniswoods.org Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs 2830 Old Atlanta Road 770.205.6277 www.montessoriacademygeorgia.com Montessori at Vickery 6285 Post Road 770.777.9131 www.montessorivickery.com Montessori Kids Academy 3034 Old Atlanta Road 678.208.0774 School Admin., Maureen Danbury www.montessoricumming.com
Gateway Academy 770.781.2299
Pinecrest Academy 955 Peachtree Parkway 770.888.4477 Head of School: Paul Parker www. pinecrestacademy.com
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“ FORMULA-FREE
LIVING There is something about a formula that makes me feel comfortable. It takes the guesswork out of things and gives me a reliable way to come up with an answer. When I looked at the definition of ‘formula’ I had to smile: a prescribed and more or less invariable way of doing something to achieve a particular end (Encarta English Dictionary). That is definitely how I like to approach things. And exactly why the Lord doesn’t lay out a formula for this thing called life. A trap Formulas crowds out the need for faith: But without faith it is impossible to please him: for He that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. (Hebrews 11:6, KJV) Did you catch that? We can’t please God without exercising faith in Him. Formulas leave God out of the equation and lull us into self-reliance. 52 MYFORSYTH.COM | MAY/JUNE 2016
Sarah’s mistake Remember Sarah, Abraham’s wife? God had promised that she and her husband would have a child. Several years passed and when Sarah didn’t get pregnant, she reverted to the custom of the day: giving her handmaid, Hagar, to Abraham so she might have a child by this secondary wife. Taking things into her own hands and manipulating them to have a child seemed like a good formula. A baby WAS born – but it wasn’t the baby God had promised, and a whole host of problems followed.
We do it too Before we’re too hard on Sarah, we have to admit we do the same thing. When God doesn’t seem to answer our prayers, we pull out the formulas that are most likely to result in the goals we are after. Just like Sarah, we can be impatient; but we have the opportunity to learn from her
We can’t please God without exercising faith in Him. Formulas leave God out of the equation and lull us into self-reliance.
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example. When we choose to cry out to God during the times of extended waiting, we will be rewarded – with an accurate view of Him and an opportunity to become more like Jesus. Your turn Do you rely on formulas to live life? What step will you take today to change this pattern? Prayer: Heavenly Father, forgive me when I rush ahead of You to reach my goal. Help me be quick to always cry out to You. Thank You for being my strength, rock, fortress and deliverer. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Maria I. Morgan in an inspirational writer and speaker. She is the awardwinning author of Louie’s BIG day! Regardless of the age of her audience, her goal is the same: to share God’s truth and make an eternal difference. Now Available on Amazon: Outrageously Fruitful (a 10-week Bible study for women on the fruit of the Spirit)
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MY FORSYTH | HOUSES OF WORSHIP
NON-DENOMINATIONAL Eastgate Church 2820 Brookwood Road | O: 770.888.8852 Sunday Morning Worship Times: 9:15 & 11:15am Pastors: Ron & Charla Nelson http://eastgatechurch.org
BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Church 2465 Antioch Road O: 770.887.6900 Sunday School: 10am Sunday Service: 11am and 6pm AWANA: Sunday at 6pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7pm Pastor: Travis Bridgeman www.welcometoantioch.org Berean Baptist Church 7110 Majors Road | 770-889-1302 Sunday Worship Service: 11:00am Classes for all ages: 10:00am Evening Service: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Children’s Clubs: 7:00pm Bob Baines, Pastor www.bbc-cares.org Cumming Baptist Church 115 Church Street | 770.205.6699 Sunday School: 9:30am Sunday Worship service: 10:50am Pastor: Dr. Barry Crocker www.cummingbaptist.net First Baptist Cumming 1597 Sawnee Drive | 770.887.2428 Sunday Services: 9:30am Contemporary Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups 11am Traditional Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups Wednesday: 6:15pm AWANA Pastor: Dr. Bob Jolly www.firstbaptistcumming.org First Redeemer Church 2100 Peachtree Pkwy. | 678.513.9400 Sunday Services: 9:15am – Contemporary Service (Auditorium) 10:45am – Blended Service (Auditorium) 9:00am & 10:45am; 6:30pm Bible Fellowship Jeff Jackson, Senior Pastor www.firstredeemer.org Greater Heights Baptist Church 3790 Post Road | 770.887.4802 Sunday School: 10am | Sunday Worship: 11am Sunday Evening: 5pm Wednesday Evening & AWANA: 7pm Pastor: Chris Grinstea www.ghbcc.org
Longstreet Baptist Church 6868 Campground Road 770.889.1959 Sunday School: 10am Worship Service: 11am Wednesday night adult and youth activities www.longstreetchurch.com North Lanier Baptist Church 829 Atlanta Highway | 770.781.5433 Bible Studies: 9:00am and 10:30am Celebration Worship Service: 11am (main auditorium) Hispanic Service: 10:30am (Activities Center) Refuge Baptist Church 3525 Pilgrim Mill Road 678.807.7746 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m. www.refugebaptistchurch.org
EPISCOPAL St. Columba’s Church 939 James Burgess Road770.888.4464 Wednesday Services: 6:30 pm Saturdays Service: 5:30 pm Sunday Service: 7:45, 9 & 11:15am Rector: Father Tripp Norris Curate: Father Daron Vroon www.saintcolumba.net The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit 724 Pilgrim Mill Road | 770.887.8190 Services: Thursdays 12 noon Sundays: 8:30 and 10:45am Rector: Keith Oglesby www.ecohs.net
GREEK ORTHODOX Saint Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church 3074 Bethelview Rd., 770.781.5250 Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10 AM Pastor: Fr. Barnabas Powell www.stsrni.org
LUTHERAN Living Faith Lutheran Church, LCMS 1171 Atlanta Highway | 770.887.0184 Sunday School: 9:00am (all ages) Sunday Worship: 10:15am, 12:30pm (Korean) Wednesday Evening Fellowship Meal: 6:00pm Bible Study: 7:00pm (all ages) Pastor Tim Droegemueller livingfaithoffice@bellsouth.net www.livingfaithlutheran.com facebook/livingfaithlutheranchurch
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Christ The King Lutheran Church (Evangelical Lutheran Church In America) 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd., Cumming, Ga. 30040 O: 770.889.5328 | www.ctklutheran.com Sunday Worship Service: 8 & 11am (Traditional) 9am (Blended) Discipleship Hour: 10am (Sun. School)
OTHER Baha’is of Forsyth County 1-800-22-UNITE www.forsythbahais.org www.ghbcc.org Crossroads Church of the Nazarene 6160 Southard Trace | 678.807.9392 Sunday School: 10am Worship Service: 11am www.mycrossroadschurch.net Castle Christian Church 3149 Old Atlanta Rd. | 678.648.5248 Sunday Worship: 10am Wednesday Bible Study: 7pm Senior Minister: Jason Rodenbeck jason@castlechristian.com www.castlechristianchurch.com Family By Faith Worship Center 4805 Atlanta Highway 678.230.4800Midway Elementary School, Nursery available) Small Groups: 9:30am | Worship: 10:30am Pastor: Randy Grimes www.familybyfaith.com First Christian Church 1270 Sawnee Drive | 770.887.5542 Pastor Stan Percival www.fccga.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 510 Brannon Road | 678.455.5290 (Hall Phone) Worship Service: 9am, 11:30am & 2pm LifePoint Christian Church 3140 Old Atlanta Road Sunday Small Groups: 9:00am Sunday Service: 10:30am Childcare available Pastor: Chris Stovall www.lifepoint.org NewSong Community Church 433 Canton Road, Suite 306 770.888.5212 (Located across from Ingles, behind the National Guard in Building 300) Sunday Worship Service: 10:30am Pastor Case Koolhaas www.newsongweb.org Rameshori Buddhist Center 130 Allen Road, Unit B 404.255.1585
PRESBYTERIAN Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church 7620 Lanier Drive | 770.887.6801 Sunday School: 9:45am (all ages) Sunday Worship Service: 11am (Traditional) Childcare available Pastor: John S. Martin www.deercreekshores.org email: dcspres@comcast.net Chalcedon Presbyterian Church 302 Pilgrim Mill Road 770.205.9390 www.chalcedon.org | www.rpcus.com Sunday Worship: 11:00am Pastor Tim Price Parkway Presbyterian Church 5830 Bethelview Road 678.889.8694 Sunday: 8:45 am Traditional Worship 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Pastor Mike Austin www.parkway-church-org Parkway Church 5830 Bethelview Road 770.889.8694 (½ mile west of GA 400 exit 13) Sunday Traditional Service: 9am Sunday Contemporary Service: 11am (Childcare available for both services) Bill Ford, Senior Pastor www.parkway-church.org email: info@parkway-church.org The Vine Community Church 4655 Bethelview Road 678.990.9395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45am Wednesday: Middle and High School youth meet at 7:15 – 8:30pm Jon Adams, Pastor www.thevinecommunitychurch.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of Good Shepherd 3740 Holtzclaw Road | 770.887.9861 Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5pm, Sundays:,7:30, 9 & 10:30am & 12 noon; 5:30pm, Spanish Mass: 1:30pm, Weekdays: 9am Father Frank, Pastor www.goodshepherdcumming.com St. Brendan Catholic Church 4633 Shiloh Road | 770.205.7969 Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11am & 5pm, Spanish Mass: 1pm, Weekdays: 8:30am Fr. Matthew Van Smoorenburg, LC, Pastor Parochial Vicars: Fr. Joseph Ramos, LC and Fr. Juan Guerra
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THE COUNTRY PREACHER Flag Day is June 14th. The first flags were probably carried by ancient Egyptian soldiers when they tied flag like symbols or streamers to poles that they carried into battle. Flags or the “colors” generally were one or more of these seven colors: red, white, blue, green, yellow, black and orange. It was common for a flag to incorporate other flags or their colors into one common flag when multiple nations joined. Examples of this are Central American countries and England as the United Kingdom that included Ireland’s cross of St. Patrick, the cross of St. George and Scotland’s St. Andrews Cross. Since 1219 Denmark has flown one of the earliest national flags. King Valdemar the Victorious saw a white cross in a red sky just before he won a battle and gave his country this image for their national flag. The Assyrians, Greeks and Romans also selected symbols which stood for their gods or rulers. Flag symbolism and the study of its history are called “vexillology”. The Latin word “vexillum” means a square flag or banner. Ancient Roman soldiers carried a square military flag that hung on a crossbar from a shaft. Flags played an important part in many of America’s early battles. Generals watch the
advancement of their flag to see the front line of their soldiers. Soldiers sometimes actually gave up the fight when their flag was captured. When the soldier carrying the flag was killed or wounded many times his fellow soldiers would “rally around the flag” to prevent the enemy from capturing it. Patriotism and respect are not as common as they were when I was growing up. Our home room period began with the pledge of allegiance. I do not recall anyone who objected to repeating it. We were taught in civics class respect for the flag, the proper way to handle or display it and what it represented. At the time there were only 48 stars. Adults, especially our teachers were addressed with a Mister, Mrs. or Miss used before their last name. Today, protesters were seen on TV stomping our flag into the dust. A few weeks earlier in the distant communist North Korea an American student received a lengthy prison term for removing a North Korean banner to bring home as a souvenir. To purposely abuse the flag for a grievance is an act of dishonoring the country which it represents. No one claims that life here is heaven on earth. It is my belief that those who think there is a more perfect country should certainly be free to go
there and enjoy its benefits. Our system of governing offers legislative and judicial ways to correct any perceived injustice. I would highly recommend John Wayne’s 1973 CD “America, Why I Love Her”. I believe you can still locate it on the internet. In the Old Testament the Tabernacle was placed in the center of Israel’s encampment (Numbers 2:1-3:39) with three of the twelve tribes displaying a banner or flag on each of the four sides. On the east, Judah’s flag had a lion. On the south, Reuben’s flag had a man’s face. On the west, Ephraim’s flag had an ox. On the north, Dan’s flag had an eagle. Early Christians believed the four flags carried symbols of the life of Jesus as seen in the Gospels. Matthew speaks of Jesus as King, the Son of David and Lion of the tribe of Judah (Revelation 5:5). Mark speaks of Jesus as the servant of God (Ox, servitude). Luke speaks of Jesus as the Son of Adam (Man). John speaks of Jesus as the Son of God (Eagle, heavenly bird). Remember Flag Day. GOD BLESS AMERICA! Rev. David Hill is a Cumming Resident and frequent guest preacher at Antioch Baptist Church. *Biblical quotes are from the King James Version of the Bible. MAY/JUNE 2016 | MYFORSYTH.COM 55
MY FORSYTH | HOUSES OF WORSHIP // CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
UNITED METHODIST Bethelview United Methodist Church 4525 Bethelview Rd. | 770.887.4888 Sunday Worship Service: 10:30am (child care available) Pastor: Rev. Deborah Griffith www.bethelview.net Cumming First United Methodist Church 770 Canton Highway | 770.887.2900 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11am (Traditional) Worship Services: 9:51am (Contemporary) 1:30pm ( Hispanic/Latino en Español) 9am (Lake Service (May-August) Dr. Jeff Ross, Senior Minister Lanier United Methodist Church 1979 Buford Highway | 770.887.0615 Sunday Traditional Service: 8:45am Sunday School: 10am Sunday Contemporary Praise Service: 11am (Nursery available for both services) Ted Miller, Pastor www.lanierumc.org Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Atlanta Hwy. | 770.475.5230 Sunday Traditional Worship: 8:30am Sunday Children’s Church: 9:30am Sunday school: All ages: 9:30am Sunday Contemporary Worship: 10:45am www.midwayumc.org Piedmont United Methodist Church 1170 Dahlonega Highway 770.887.0770 Bible Study: 10am & 5pm Traditional Service: 11am www.PiedmontUMC@bellsouth.net
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Forsyth Network for Business Professionals Meeting: Thur: 11:30am – 12:30pm Location: Bello Italian Restaurant 101 Meadow Drive Contact: Tiffany Allen | 770.887.1962 tiffany@servpro8378.com Info: $50 membership fee & $10 monthly. Visit twice for free. No occupation overlap. Call first. The Inspiration Network of Cumming Meeting: 3rd Wed: 7 – 8:30pm Location: The Nurturing Nook, 205 Pilgrim Mill Road Contact: Leanne Temple 678.965.5969 Member Power Networking Lunch Meeting: Every Tues. at 12 Noon Location: Various chamber member restaurants Contact: 770.887.6461 www.cummingforsythchamber.org Info: $15 for members & $30 for non-members South Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: 2nd & 4th Wed: 11:30am (No fees) Location: Starbucks-141 & Ronald Reagan John’s Creek, 435 Peachtree Pkwy. Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: Robin Grier | 770.887.2772 rgrier@harborfs.com Women Who Mean Business Meeting: 1st Tues. Registration: 7:30am Location: Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Event’s Facility, 513 W. Maple Street Contact: 770.887.6461 Info: Free for members, $30 for nonmembers Register online at cummingforsythchamber.org.
BUSINESS NETWORKING
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS
Central Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: 2nd & 4th Tues: 11am—1pm Location: The Columns at Pilgrim, Mill Apartments Contact: Nancy Wright 770.886.0500 or nancyw@ecigroups.com Info: No fees. Open to all
Health Center (CHC) Serving the medical needs of North Georgia since 1979. Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. Contact: 770.886.5419 www.savethehorses.org
Forsyth County Women’s Club Meeting: 3rd Thur of each month at 11:00am– $22 lunch Location: Windermere Golf Club Contact: Johanna Morgan 678.525.9309 jlmorgan1960@gmail.com Info: Membership open to all women of Forsyth and surrounding counties Program includes group activities, information and more. www.forsythcountywomensclub.net
Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter Location: 4440 Keith Bridge Road Contact: 770.887.6480 Info: Non-profit, no-kill shelter for cats/dogs. www. forsythpets.org There’s Hope for the Hungry Contact: 678.513.9400 Info: Non-profit organization partnering with churches across North Georgia to feed those in need. www.thereshope.org
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Whispering Hope Resource & Pregnancy Center Location: 133 Samaritan Drive, Suite 306 Info: Non-profit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and providing an outstretched hand to women who face an untimely pregnancy Contact: 770.889.8302, whisperinghope4u@bellsouth.net Website: www.WhisperingHope.org
CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS Rotary Club of South Forsyth Meeting: Wed: 12:15pm Location: Forsyth Conference Center 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd www.southforsythrotaryclub.org Piecemakers Quilt Guild Meeting: 2nd Tues, 4th Tues is “sewcialbee” (community quilts, classes or just getting together) Location: Christ the King, Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming www.piecemakersga.netw
SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS AA Cumming Meeting: Meets four times daily Location: Ingles Shopping Center at 432 Canton Highway (Hwy 20) Second suite on far left. 24/7 Line: 770.886.0696 Info: Group of Alcoholics Anonymous located in Forsyth County www.aacummingga.org Holistic Moms Network – Forsyth County Monthly meetings with informational speakers, yoga group, play groups Meeting: 2nd Tues: 6:30pm Location: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee House 5095 Post Road, Cumming Contact: Ann Linke parkway-chruch.org holisticmomforsyth@yahoo.com www.holisticmoms.org Labrador Friends of the South, Inc. Location: PO Box 933, Cumming Contact: labfriendinfo@gmail.com www.labradorfriends.com Moms Club of Cumming – North Monthly meetings with informational speakers, park play days, holiday parties, fieldtrips, playgroups and a monthly MOMS Night Out. Contact: momscummingnorth@yahoo.com www. momsclub.org
Moms Club of Cumming – Southwest Meeting: Last Tues. of each month Contact: www.momsclub.org NAMI Forsyth Dawson Lumpkin Meeting: 2nd & 4th Thursday 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm (support meetings for consumers and family members) Location: Forsyth County Senior Center, 595 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, Ga. 30040 Educational meeting: 3rd Tuesday 7 pm Location: United Way of Forsyth County, 240 Elm Str., Cumming, Ga. 30040 Contact: www.namifdlga@gmail.com Website: www.namifdl.org Single Mom Meeting Connect with other single moms, learn about paths to higher education and get links to community resources. Light dinner provided and free on-site childcare/ homework help provided. Meeting: 2nd Thurs: 6:30pm Location: 210 Dahlonega St., Suite 203, Cumming Contact: Valerie Daniel Faith’s House, Inc. 770.205.6311 www.faithshouseinc.org SMART Recovery Meeting: Every Tues: 6:30 p.m. Location: Professional Recovery Counseling, LLC. 107 W. Court house Sq., Suite 274 www.smartrecovery.org
LOCAL BOOK PRINTING AND BINDING
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ALCOHOL/DRUG ABUSE REGENERATION PROGRAM No Longer Bound – Inside Front Cover 770-886-7873 www.nolongerbound.com
DANCE ACADEMY/INSTRUCTION Cumming Dance Academy – pg. 13 770-781-4922 www.CummingDanceAcademy.com
DENTIST/DENTAL CARE AUTOMOTIVE/CAR REPAIRS Jordan Dentistry – pg. 47 Christian Brothers Automotive – pg. 7 770-888-6262 www.JordanDentistry.com 470-253-7376 www.locations.cbac.com/cumming Sharon Springs Dental – pg. 35 470-253-1747 BOOK PRINTING/BINDING www.sharonspringsdental.com Apex Book Manufacturing - pg. 57 470-239-8552 EDUCATION/PRIVATE ACADEMY www.apexbm.com Pinecrest Academy – pg. 51 770-888-4477 BREW PUB/TAPROOM www.pinecrestacademy.org Rick Tanner’s Grille & Bar Cherry Street Brewing Co-Op – pg. 23 FURNITURE OUTLET 770-205-5512 www.ricktannerschicken.com Dawsonville Furniture Outlet – pg. 9 www.cherrystreetbrewing.com 706-300-0746 CAR WASH/DETAILING The Palms Hand Car Wash – pg. 7 770-205-2500 www.thepalmshandcarwash.com
HAIR SALON/SPA hairdue Salon & Spa – pg. 53 678-455-6383 www.hairdue.net
CARPET/UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Carpet Cleaning Plus – pg. 61 678-807-8537 www.carpetcleaning-plus.com
HEATING/VENTILATION/AIR CONDITIONING Shelnutt HVAC – pg. 61 706-265-5854 www.shelnutthvac.com
CHIROPRACTIC CARE/SPORTS REHAB The Joint – Chiropractic Place – pg. 45 770-285-5747 www.chiropractoratlanta-thejoint.com/ cumming/collection-at-forsyth CONFERENCE CENTER/SPECIAL EVENTS Forsyth Conference Center - pg. 61 678-341-6633 www.forsythconferencecenter.com CUSTOM APPAREL/T-SHIRTS Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More – pg. 49 770-889-3764 • 678-842-3764
HOBBY SHOP Atlanta Hobby – pg. 5 678-513-4450 www.atlantahobby.com JEWELRY STORE Forever Gems – pg. 46 678-566-0900 Facebook: ForeverGemsUSA Lance’s Jewelry –Back Cover 770-781-5500 www.lancesjewelry.com
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MASSAGE Massage Envy – pg. 5 678-208-2888/678-208-0680 www.massageenvy.com
REAL ESTATE The Dinsmore Team – pg. 49 770-712-7789 www.dinsmoreteam.com
PACKAGE STORE/WINE Westside Beverage – pg. 26 470-695-7627 www.wsbeverage.com
PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Georgia Promotional Products –pg. 47 678-845-0397 www.gapromotional.com HPM Promotional Products – pg. 57 770-887-5414 www.hponlinestore.com
PAINT & FLOORING Gregory’s Paint & Flooring – pg. 15 770-476-9651 Johns Creek 770-887-1363 Cumming www.gregoryspaintandflooring.com PHARMACY Highlands Pharmacy – pg. 37 770-887-1670 PHYSICIANS/MEDICAL SERVICES Children’s at Forsyth –pg. 29 404-785-3100 www.choa.org/urgentcare Elite Primary Care – pg. 44 470-695-7264 www.elite-primarycare.com Narendra Singh, MD – pg. 39 Atlanta Heart Specialists 678-679-6800; 770-622-1622 www.heartdrsingh.com North Atlanta Dermatology – pg. 41 770-814-8222 www.naderm.com North Atlanta ENT – pg. 43 770-292-3045 www.naenta.com North Georgia Vein Institute – pg. 27 678-513-1600 www.northgeorgiavein.com Northside Hospital Forsyth – pg. 3 770-844-3200 www.northside.com Obstetrics & Gynecology of Atlanta – pg. 41 404-252-1137 www.obgynofatlanta.com
RESTAURANTS /FOOD SERVICES/ CATERING Casa Nuova – pg. 26 770-475-9100 www.casanuovarestaurant.com Lenny’s Subs – pg. 58 678-947-0336 Fax orders: 678-947-5343 Norman’s Landing – pg. 25 770-886-0100 www.normanslanding.com Palapa’s Bar and Grill – pg. 25 770-889-1002 www.palapasbarandgrill. alohaorderonline.com Thai Basil Kitchen – pg. 27 470-695-7377 www.thaibasilkitchen.com SENIOR RETIREMENT LIVING Towne Club Windermere – pg. 13 770-844-7779 www.towneclubwindermere.com WAREHOUSE/HOME/PATIO/DECOR Midway Warehouse – pg. 11 678-762-0444 www.midwaywarehouse.net WINDOWS/WINDOW TREATMENTS Creative Windows by Carol – pg. 21 770-753-0977 www.creativewindowsbycarol.com
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
RAWPOETIC PHOTOGRAPHY Chris Graves www.Facebook.com/RawpoeticPhotography www.etsy.com/shop/rawpoetic
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MY FORSYTH | ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICIALS // COMMUNITY NUMBERS
ELECTED/ APPOINTED OFFICIALS UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT President Barack H. Obama (D) 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 O: 202.456.1414 E: president@whitehouse.gov www.whitehouse.gov Senator Johnny Isakson, (R) 131 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 O: 202.224.3643 www.isakson.senate.gov Senator David Perdue, (R) 383 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 O: 202.224.3521 www.perdue.senate.gov Congressman Doug Collins, (R), District 9 1504 Longworth H. O. B. Washington DC 20515 O: 202.225.9893 Georgia office: 770.297.3388 Congressman Rob Woodall, (R), District 7 1724 Longworth HOB Washington DC 20515 O: 202.225.4272 Georgia office: 770.232.3005 STATE GOVERNMENT Governor Nathan Deal (R) O: 404.652.7003 | F: 404.652.7123 Website: gov.state.ga.us Lt. Governor Casey Cagle (R) O: 404.656.5030 Website: gov.state.ga.us Senator Michael Williams (R), District 51 O: 404.656.7127 e-mail: michael.williams@senate.ga.gov Sen. Steve Gooch (R), District 51 O: 678.341.6203 | F: 770.844.5821 e-mail: steve.gooch@statesenate.ga.gov Rep. Sheri Gilligan, (R), District 24 O: 404.656.0325 E: sheri.gilligan@house.ga.gov Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), District 25 O: 770.887.0400 E: mike.dudgeon@house.ga.gov Rep. Kevin Tanner (R), District 9 O: 404.656.0152 E: kevin.tanner@house.ga.gov
FORSYTH CO. GOVERNMENT
CITY OF CUMMING
Website: forsythco.com
Mayor Henry Ford Gravitt Cumming City Hall 100 Main St., Cumming, GA 3040 O: 770.781.2010
Forsyth County Board of Commissioners 110 East Main Street, Suite 210 Cumming, GA 30040 O: 770.781.2101 | F: 770.781.2199 County Manager Doug Derrer O:770.781.2101 | F: 770.781.2199 COMMISSIONERS R.J. (Pete) Amos, District 1 (R) O: 678.513.5881 | E: rjamos@ forsythco.com Brian R. Tam, District 2 (R) O: 678.513.5882 E: brtam@forsythco.com Todd Levent, District 3 (R) O: 770.781.2101 E: tlevent@forsythco.com Cindy Mills, District 4 (R) O: 678.513.5884 E: cjmills@forsythco.com Jim Boff, District 5 (R) O: 678.513.5885 E: jjboff@forsythco.com Forsyth County Tax Commissioner Matthew C. Ledbetter O: 770.781.2110 FORSYTH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Sheriff Duane K. Piper 475 Tribble Gap Road, Suite 200 Cumming GA 30040 O: 770.781.3045 | Dispatch: 770.781.3087 FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Dr. Jeff Bearden, Superintendent 1120 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming O: 770.887.2461 www.forsyth.k12.ga.us BOARD OF EDUCATION Ann Crow, District 1 (R) O: 770.490.6316 E: ACrow@forsyth.k12.ga.us Kristin Morrissey, District 2 (R) O: 678-250-4047 E: kmorrissey@forsyth.k12.ga.us Tom Cleveland, District 3 (R) O: 770.657.0810 E: TCleveland@forsyth.k12.ga.us Darla Light, District 4 770.887.0678 E: DLight@forsyth.k12.ga.us Nancy Roche, Chairperson, District 5 (R) 770.889.0229 E: NRoche@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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Cumming City Council Members Quincy Holton, Lewis Ledbetter, Christopher Light, Linda Ledbetter and Charles F. Welch, Jr.
COMMUNITY NUMBERS EMERGENCY — 911 HOTLINES — 24 HOUR HELP LINES Battered Women Hotline 770.479.1703 Poison Control Center (Atlanta) 404.616.9000 Outside Metro Atlanta 800.222.1222 Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) 404.250.KIDS Sexual Assault & Family Violence Ctr. 770.428.2666 MEDICAL Georgia Highlands Medical Services 770.887.1668 | 260 Elm Street ww.ghms-inc.org Northside Hospital — Forsyth 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive 770.844.3200 | www.northside.com Neighborhood Healthcare Center 2825 Keith Bridge Road 770.844.7494 | 770.886.7135 Health Department 428 Canton Highway | 770.781.6906 FIRE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT City of Cumming Police Department 301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard 770.781.2000 | www.cummingpd.net Forsyth County Fire Department 3520 Settingdown Road 770.781.2180 | forsythco.com Georgia State Patrol | 770.205.5400
Cumming Fairgrounds 235 Castleberry Road | 770.781.3491 Windermere Park 3355 Windermere Parkway 770. 781.2215 GOLF CLUBS Chestatee Golf Club 777 Dogwood Way, Dawsonville |06.216.7336 Country Land Golf Course 6560 Mayfield Drive | 770.887.0006 Polo Golf & Country Club 6300 Polo Club Dr. | 770.887.7656 Windermere Golf Club 5000 Davis Love Dr. | 678.513.1000 FORSYTH COUNTY MARINAS Bald Ridge Marina 1850 Bald Ridge Marina Road 770.887.5309 Habersham Marina 2200 Habersham Marina Road 770.887.5432 Port Royale Marina 9200 LanMar Road, Gainesville | 770.887.5715 YMCA 6050 Y Street | O: 770.888.2788 POST OFFICE 525 Tribble Gap Road O: 770.886.2388 UTILITIES City of Cumming O: 770.781.2020 Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department 110 East Main Street O: 770.781.2160 www.forsythco.com AT&T Res: 888.757.6500 Bus: 866.213.6300 www.att.com Georgia Power (Electric) O: 888.660.5890 Sawnee Electric Membership O: 770.887.2363
LIBRARIES
SOLID WASTE
770.781.9840 | www.forsythpl.org
Advanced Disposal/Eagle Point Landfill 8880 Old Federal Road, Ball Ground O: 770.887.6063 | www. advanceddisposal.com
Cumming Public Library 585 Dahlonega Road Hampton Park Library 5345 Settingdown Road Post Road Library | 5010 Post Road Sharon Forks Branch 2810 Old Atlanta Road PARKS AND RECREATION City of Cumming Main Number 410 Pilgrim Mill Road | 770.781.2030 Central Park Office | 770.781.2215 Central Park Recreation Center 2300 Keith Bridge Road | 678.455.8540
Olde Atlanta Recycling LLC 2535 Ivy Street East O: 770.205.6912 Waste Management, Inc. 774 McFarland Road, Alpharetta 770.751.1304 | www.wm.com RECYCLING Keep Forsyth County Beautiful O: 770.205.4573
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