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COVER STORY 8:
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FEATURES 7: 12: 12: 22: 38:
So you’ve written a Book: Now What? BookLogix Publishers Can Help The Teacher Moving through 2013 Georgia is Home to Agriculture Why you need Med Pay Connect. Create. Captivate.
LIFESTYLE 23: 25:
Goal Setting in the New Year! Feeling Inadequate
MY HOME 15: 16: 17:
Home Into the Winter What Should Home Sellers Expect in a Marketing Program?
FORSYTH FOODIE 18: 20:
Tam’s Backstage Ottimo!
MY BUSINESS 21: Local Leaders Unite to Solve a National Problem 23: Three Things Not To Ignore In Small Business HEALTH & WELLNESS 25: What You Need to Know About Trans Fat 28: A Nurse Midwife: The Choice is Yours 32: Computer Vision Syndrome 33: Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Prevention 34: Healthy Holiday Eating
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FAITH 39: 39:
Relax – It’s the Holidays! The Gift
IN EVERY ISSUE 10: Forsyth County Government News 11: News Around Forsyth 14: Humane Society Adopt a Pet 24: Book Reviews: One Summer, The War of the Gods 41: The Country Preacher About the cover: Kash Mangru, Angela DeCaires and Ahmad Meraji (sitting) BookLogix Publishing Services Inc.
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A life sublime
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am often in awe and gratified by the beauty that lies within. In our lives, work, home, neighborhoods and nature; there’s magnificence in so much that surrounds us. The challenge is, at times, finding and enjoying it. Indulging in a bit of happiness and cheer seems hard to do. Guilt? Time? Expectations? Whatever the reason, I’ve decided it’s time to live a sublime life. Or at least try to do so.
As we bid 2013 adieu, with its hardships, challenges and happy days, we welcome a new year. It’s like an empty canvas for us to paint on. An opportunity to create our own playbill. We get to choose our colors. We get to choose our cast.
across this year, thanks for your dedication to your craft and your commitment to a better community. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of and learn from your awesomeness. To my family – far and near – what can I say? You make me want to do and be better every day.
So I’ll bid 2013 a fond farewell this way.
So Bye-Bye 2013. Glad you came along. Now move over and let 2014 take over. It’s new to us all!
Thank you to all of the great folks that have played a key role in the life of My Forsyth magazine for so many years. Advertisers, writers, colleagues, associates, supporters, social media followers, and a host of confidants and mentors have made it possible for us to move forward. To you I’ll always be grateful for your support, patience and tenacity, and for sharing your expertise with our readers. To my networking family at Network For Success, to my friends and colleagues at the Cumming Forsyth Chamber of Commerce, and to my business associates, thank you for your caring thoughts and guidance throughout the year. I look forward to more lessons next year.
By: Julie Brennan
To my fellow members of the Board of Directors at the United Way of Forsyth County, the Forsyth county nonprofit agencies and their Executive Directors, and to the host of CEOs, administrators and professionals I’ve come
Julie Brennan is the Publisher of My Forsyth magazine. She is a native of Vieques, Puerto Rico. Julie may be reached at julie@marketcomplete.com.
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hat does it take to create the largest chapter of a worldwide organization? Founded in 1946, DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) is an International Association of marketing students. DECA has impacted the lives of more than ten million students, educators, and business professionals across the globe. Every student in DECA is provided the business opportunity to do things such as raise money for a charity or help create a marketing campaign for a real world company.
By: Katielee Kaner
One of those educators impacted by DECA is Mrs. Debra Moore of South Forsyth High School. Ms. Moore began South Forsyth’s DECA Chapter seventeen years ago with 11 students. In 2013 the enrollment was 1,039, which made South Forsyth the largest chapter in the world, an honor they have achieved for the past five years. South Forsyth’s students along with fellow marketing teachers and DECA advisors, Dr. Nancy Ruff and Ms. Katie Pniewski, have played a large role in South’s rise to the top.
“Being the largest chapter wasn’t handed to us,” says Mrs. Moore. “There was a lot of blood, sweat, and tears put into our accomplishment.” It was difficult to become the largest chapter, and keeping this title for the past five years means a great deal for all the students involved who made it possible. South Forsyth’s success is what DECA is all about. DECA teaches students how to create and execute business marketing campaigns. The students of South have created and executed a marketing campaign to become the world’s largest DECA Chapter. William Arthur Ward, one of America’s most quoted inspirational writers said, “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.”
“Being the largest chapter wasn’t handed to us,” says Mrs. Moore. “There was a lot of blood, sweat, and tears put into our accomplishment.”
Mrs. Moore has been an inspiration to all the young students fortunate enough to remember her as their teacher.
Katielee is a senior at South Forsyth High School. She may be reached at katieleekaner@myforsyth.com.
Katie Pniewski, Debra Moore, Nancy Ruff and Seth Hutchinson
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FEATURE
“Traditional publishing used to be that you wrote a manuscript and if a publisher thought your manuscript was marketable, they would give you a signing bonus and royalty,” said Ahmad Meradji, co-owner and founder of BookLogix in Alpharetta. “Authors used to be a select group, but with new technology and the concept of self-publishing, almost anyone can be a published author,” he said.
Who and What is BookLogix? BookLogix is a publishing company that, since 2009, has helped over 600 authors—locally and globally—publish their titles. Meradji and his business partner Akash Mangru began as book makers with Apex Book Manufacturing in 2007. As the selfpublishing industry grew, so did the need for a comprehensive book publishing company. In 2009, BookLogix was created to fill an all-encompassing need in the self-publishing community. “At BookLogix, we cover the entire publishing process, from editorial and cover design to book registration and distribution,” Meradji said. “We coach authors, review their manuscript and make sure that it’s marketable. We customize the publishing process to each author and their manuscript.” Meradji, a former Xerox executive, said his company’s goal is to create integrity in the self-publishing community.
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“Although we are helping the authors, we are helping ourselves as a business model. We have to give more value than just publishing a book,” Meradji said. “The value ought to be the author’s success, and most self-publishing companies don’t do that because they offer just the service.”
ccording to Peter Osnos, a journalist turned book editor and publisher, in 2002, publishing began undergoing the most significant transformation in the way books are distributed and read since the development of high-speed printing presses and transcontinental rail and highway systems. Osnos spent 18 years working at various bureaus for The Washington Post before founding Public Affairs Books.
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Since 2010, BookLogix has co-sponsored a Young Writers Contest, where unpublished authors ages 10 to 18 are encouraged to submit their manuscript for the opportunity to win a $5000 publishing package.
Long gone are the days of The Book-of-the-Month Club and The Literary Guild, made famous in the 1980s. Today’s publishing industry relies more and more on self-publishing.
Everyone has a story to tell. Some just tell the story while others choose to write a book.
Everyone has a story tell. Some just tell the story while others choose to write a book.
Authors are lucky to have the services and expertise of BookLogix readily available to them, right here in Forsyth County.
What is Self-Publishing?
Self-publishing in its most basic form is the publication of any book or other media by the author of the work. Self-publishers can, if they choose, hire a publishing company to help them in the process of taking their book from manuscript to print.
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The BookLogix Team
“A group of professional writers and teachers volunteer their time to read the manuscripts that are submitted. It’s an amazing opportunity for a young person to become a published author—imagine that on a college admissions application,” explains Angela DeCaires, Publishing Director at BookLogix. The next contest is scheduled to begin in January 2014.
BookLogix is located at 1264 Old Alpharetta Road in Alpharetta. Visit www.booklogix.com for more information or call 770-346-9979. Free seminars are offered monthly.
At BookLogix, authors come first. We give authors the information and tools they need to be knowledgeable about the publishing industry. We don’t just edit and print books and send authors on their way. •F ree educational workshops and webinars
Publishing Services • • • • • • •
Authors First
• Marketing and selling services
Writing & Editorial Cover & Book Design Registration Book Printing eBooks & Audiobooks Book Selling Book PR & Marketing
•C ontinuing author support after book is published
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FEATURE
FORSYTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS 110 E. MAIN STREET, SUITE 210 TV FORSYTH - COMCAST CHANNEL 23 WWW.FORSYTHCO.COM
HOLIDAY FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY TIPS FROM THE FORSYTH COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Bowman said. “Be sure to practice your home escape plan and dial 911 in an emergency.”
For additional holiday fire prevention and safety tips, visit the Fire Department page at www.forsythco.com.
“The Forsyth County Fire Department encourages everyone to take precautionary measures to help ensure safety throughout the holiday season,” Fire Chief Danny Bowman said. “Responsible use of items such as lights and decorations can help prevent fires and injuries.”
HOLIDAY MEAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM THROUGH SENIOR SERVICES Make the 2013 holiday season brighter for Forsyth County home-bound senior citizens by taking part in the HomeDelivered Meal Holiday Gift Certificate Program. Meals purchased with a holiday gift certificate through Forsyth County Senior Services will be delivered through the Meals on Wheels program.
• Caring for your tree: Do not place your tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. The heat will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. Be careful not to drop or flick cigarette ashes near a tree. • Disposing of your tree: Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood burning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it promptly. Consider disposing of your tree by taking it to a recycling center.
Those interested in participating may choose to provide meals for a day, week, month or year. The cost is $3.53 for one meal, $17.65 for one week, $77.66 for one month, and $917.80 for the entire year. Gifts may be tax-deductible.
• Maintain your holiday lights: Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before using them. Use only lighting listed by an approved testing laboratory.
Checks should be made payable to Forsyth County Senior Services, Holiday Gift Certificate Program and may be mailed or delivered to: Forsyth County Senior Services 595 Dahlonega Street Cumming, GA 30040
• Do not overload electrical outlets: Never link more than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is safe to link additional ones. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before plugging the cord into an outlet. Periodically check the wires–they should not be warm to the touch.
For more information call Senior Services at 770-781-2178.
• Do not leave holiday lights on unattended.
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
• Use only nonflammable decorations: All decorations should be nonflammable or flame-retardant and placed away from heat vents.
After the ornaments are removed from the Christmas tree, Keep Forsyth County Beautiful is inviting residents to recycle their trees at numerous locations throughout the county during the “Bring One for the Chipper” Christmas tree recycling event from December 26 through January 25. A wood chipper at the locations processes the trees into mulch. Forsyth County residents annually conclude the holiday season by recycling thousands of Christmas trees during the event. Last year alone, residents recycled 8,710 trees.
• Artificial holiday trees: If you are using a metallic or artificial tree, be sure it is flame-retardant. • Never place wrapping paper in a fireplace: Wrapping paper can throw off dangerous sparks and produce a chemical buildup in the home capable of causing an explosion. “Always have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries,”
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For more information, call KFCB at 770-205-4573.
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NEWS AROUND FORSYTH
PINECREST ACADEMY TO HOST OPEN HOUSEUNTAIN FLOWERS & GIFTS WANTS YOU
CHILDREN’S AUTHOR HELPS MAKE LIFE’S LITTLE HURDLES FUN WITH NEW BOOK
Pinecrest Academy, a PreK–12, college-preparatory Catholic School in Cumming, invites the community to an Open House on Sunday, January 12, 2014, 1pm–3pm. Guests will receive informational packets, hear a brief talk, and then have the opportunity to tour the 68-acre campus with student ambassadors or via self-guided tours. Refreshments will be served. Mass will be celebrated in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel directly following Open House.
Written by mother, Missy Wallen-Nichols, the Be Good Fairy brings to life a creative and magical way for parents to reward children for good behavior, achieving milestones in independence, and for academic achievement. The book is a wonderful tool to help parents enforce positive discipline and motivate independent behavior in young children.
Pinecrest Academy is one of the Top 50 Catholic High Schools in the nation and celebrates its 20th anniversary this school year. Pinecrest is located at 955 Peachtree Parkway in Cumming. For more information, please visit www.pinecrestacademy.org or call 770-888-4477, x245.
The individual stories in the book inspire children to behave, work hard and reach goals in order to receive a visit from the “Be Good Fairy” who will reward them with a special gift for their achievement. The Be Good Fairy addresses behavioral issues such as potty training, going to bed, behaving at school, sharing, and much more.
MARKET 334 IS CLOSING–SORT OF!
The Be Good Fairy book and e-book are available in Spanish and English and can be purchased online at www.thebegoodfairy.com, Amazon.com or BookLogix Bookstore (shop.booklogix.com).
NORTH GEORGIA ACCOUNTING CONSULTANTS (NGAC) ANNOUNCES VIRTUAL CFO Becky Brown, CPA and owner of NGAC is pleased to announce the company’s new all-inclusive business partnership service.
Cumming’s Market 334, two-time winner of “Best Boutique in Forsyth County” will be closing its doors at their Cumming location on December 26 and launching a new boutique in Alpharetta in January 2014. “We’ve enjoyed our time in Downtown Cumming,” said Kim Maley, the Market’s owner. “In the past three years we have been very fortunate to have met so many wonderful people who have supported us along the way. I am not only grateful for the opportunity to have worked with so many talented people, but so many of my customers have become like family to me. This is a truly bittersweet decision, but we need to continue to grow and evolve, so we are very excited to start this new chapter”. The new boutique, Bohemia, will be located at the Alpharetta Crossing Shopping Center at the corner of Old Milton Parkway and Haynes Bridge Road.
“Our Virtual CFO services include bookkeeping services, tax planning and preparation, cash management, budgeting, payroll QuickBooks support and much more,” Brown explained.
“Bohemia’s motto is Free to be me,” Maley added. Unique fashions and accessories by upscale and lesser known designers as well as artisans from all over Georgia and worldwide, will be featured.
For more information call 770-888-7700 or visit www.ngacinc.com.
Watch for specials and updates at www.Facebook.com/Market334.
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Georgia is Home to Agriculture We were on the move in 2013. The first big move came in January. United Way moved to new office space on Elm Street. We were able to purchase a building with funds received through a bequest from the Harrison-Vaughan families. For any non-profit, this is a dream come true. Campaign donations from our community businesses and individuals have continued to go exclusively to support programs and services in Forsyth County as a result of this generous bequest. One of the most exciting things we have to offer is meeting space for the non-profits in the county. When you are surrounded by skyscrapers and the sounds of construction mixed with sirens in the background, the soundtrack to urban living, it’s easy to not recognize the significance of agriculture to the state.
On the move again, and from one end of the county to the other, we were holding focus groups to gather information to be used in our strategic planning process. Fulfilling one of the purposes of United Way, we continually assess the most pressing human service needs of our citizens and direct our funding toward solutions.
In truth, agriculture should be the No. 1 reason why Georgians are proud to call this state our home because we are ranked No. 1 nationally for production of poultry, peanuts, pecans and rye. We come in second place for cotton, cotton seed, fresh market cucumbers and spring onions. In fact, we are in the top 10 across the nation for 20 different agriculture products.
In a collaborative effort with the Cumming Post Office, we moved the needle on collecting food that was distributed through local food pantries in the county. Over 19 tons of non-perishable items were collected. Through partnerships with many businesses our Stuff the Bus campaign was the biggest ever. We received 28,662 items of school supplies and then Publix Supermarkets came along and almost doubled that number to send the needle off the charts!
Agriculture contributes more than $71.1 billion annually to our economy with a total Farm Gate Value in 2011 of $13 billion. Farm Gate Value is the net worth of agriculture products after subtracting marketing costs. As a revenue generating industry, agriculture is equally important for creating and sustaining jobs in Georgia. One in seven people in our state work in agriculture, forestry or related fields, and each Georgia grown product adds thousands of jobs to our economy. Therefore, the state has started a new program called Georgia Grown to market and expand our state’s agriculture producers, processors,
One of the greatest areas of impact was providing day-to-day transport for members of our special needs community to volunteer and work sites; providing people the opportunity to engage, thrive and achieve a better quality of life. We moved people! We are now deep into our fundraising time. A time where you make the difference in people’s lives through your giving.
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By: Ruth Goode
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Ruth Goode is the Executive Director of United Way Forsyth. She may be reached at 770-781-4110 or ruth@unitedwayforsyth.com.
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Senator Jack Murphy (R-GA-27th District) may be reached at 404-656-7127 or jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov.
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MY HOME
4440 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming GA 30041 770-887-6480 | www.forsythpets.org rescue@forsythpets.org All HSFC pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations at the time of adoption.
In 2011, I adopted Baby Girl at the Humane Society of Forsyth County. It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. She is a part of our lives and has brought joy to our entire family. I can’t imagine life without her. Adopt. Foster. Volunteer. Advocate. Donate. There’s always something you can do for the Humane Society of Forsyth County!
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Christmas time is a time for the family, when family members return to their home. Wherever we may be, we try to find a way home to be with our family and to celebrate the joys and true meaning of the season. We decorate our house and find ways to make it warm and cozy. We all yearn to have a home that is safe and loving; where we feel that we do not need to go anywhere, or to do or to pursue anything anymore. We all have this yearning, this deep desire to be home. In my over 30 years as an Interior Designer, it has always been my sincere desire to assist my clients in making their houses their refuge; home. A place to celebrate life, love and family. In the upcoming year I hope to share my passion of design with so many more of you, and help you to make those decorating dreams come true. As you relish the goodies, decorate every nook and corner of your homes and enjoy the get-togethers. May the joy and festivities continue to radiate in your lives, long after Christmas is gone.
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Into the Winter
Watering
The plants we use in the winter have a much smaller leaf structure than the ones we use in the summer. Colder temperatures require less frequency in watering. When planting fresh flowers this time of the year water once every three days for the first three weeks. After the third week, water once a week. Be careful with over-watering. If you grow your plants a little on the dry side they will send roots deeper. A deeper root system will make a stronger plant.
Pests
There are four different bugs to watch out for during the winter season. Aphids live down in the structure of the plant or under the leaves. This can make them hard to spot and sometimes hard to kill. Bonide systemic insect
killer works well to eliminate these pests. The second pest we commonly encounter is the garden slug. They hide under bark or rocks during the daytime and come out at night to feed. They eat your plants and leave a shiny slimy trail behind. There are lots of different baits out there so controlling them is not a problem. The bait is usually a pellet or granular so we just sprinkle and go. The cutworm is our third pest. Cutworms are little brown and green worms that live under the soil. They come out at night to feed on your plants and chew through the stems of your plants and topple them like a little lumberjack. They can also be killed with Bonide systemic insect killer. Millipedes are another pest found during the winter months, eating both live and decomposing plant material. They are one to two inches long, brown in color and live in the soil or under some cover
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like stones or bark. They feed day and night. Bonide works well in eliminating millipedes.
Fertilizing
Winter flowers need a little boost with liquid feed fertilizer once every three weeks. We use Florakan 18-6-8 in our nursery, a good base fertilizer. It is slow release and works well. A little liquid feed once a month is the difference between good flowers and great ones. Gardening can be fun year-round. It just takes a little planning.
Happy Winter! Happy Gardening! By: Casey Norris
Protecting and nurturing your plants in the winter is important. A few things to keep in mind during this time of the year are listed below.
Casey Norris may be reached at Ladyslipper Rare Plant Nursery at 770-345-2998.
WHAT SHOULD HOME SELLERS EXPECT IN A MARKETING PROGRAM?
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oday’s homeowners preparing to sell may find their agent’s marketing plan vastly different from the program used to sell their last home or how way they shopped for their current home. Why? Our media habits have changed and marketing tools reflect that, and, better marketed homes sell quickly and for a better price.
Most home shoppers visit multiple websites—and there are thousands—multiplying shoppers dozens of times. Not more shoppers – more sites. So, agents who rely on web marketing are, literally, drowning in a sea of online data. Sellers certainly should expect their home to on the web, but they should expect much more for the agent commission.
The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) says over 90 percent of home buyers shop online. No surprise. We research everything from televisions to socks, so a home purchase make would certainly warrant research. However, over 60 million shop real estate websites monthly *, but just over 5 million** homes may be sold this year. The difference is attributable to surfing trends and the abundance of real estate websites.
Targeted multimedia programs are readily available, easily executable and extremely affordable and the price per listing could be quite low. They have evolved to reflect shopper habits by offering mobile tools, social media promotions, and targeted direct mail with local magazines.
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home buyers shop online”
This means, home sellers should expect to be in places where those with ability and likelihood to purchase their home live, work, shop and play. This reaches out to buyers versus waiting for buyers to search and find them online. Based on years of experience, recognizable marketing providers combine effective these advertising tools for a full spectrum of options, from a single source. On average, buyers move 11 miles from their past residence.*** Agents target selected neighborhoods and buyers demographically based on tenure in their home (7–10 years on average) and income to buy in a specific range through very specific direct mail campaigns. Add in social media, video, targeted web, syndication to top rated sites, and corporate relocation, and the program for a home is sophisticated and complete. As prices climb and more sellers go on the market, competition for buyers will increase and an aggressive marketing campaign becomes more essential than ever. *
comScore Media Metrics Seasonally adjusted annual rate, National Association of REALTORS®
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KPCB 2013 Internet Trends Report By: Allie Atkins
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Allie has 23 years of experience in real estate marketing and publishing in the Atlanta area, following her passion and talent of helping agents and brokers sell their properties. Currently, she is President of EBA Media Solutions, LLC, and publisher of The Real Estate Book. She’s the mother oftwo. Allie may be reached at 770-500-2075 or ateal@treb-atl.com
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haring the old Cumming School, built in 1923, are two of Cumming’s most recognized sites– The Cumming Playhouse and Tam’s Backstage.
Tam’s Backstage is one of Forsyth’s go-to places for fine dining. The menu reads like a playbill, showcasing Tam’s delicious treats for lunch and dinner. Lunchtime at Tam’s has become the place to see some of Forsyth’s and neighboring communities’ political figures, as well as long time residents and business people. Discussions over the latest news are intertwined with a cup of crab bisque or three sausage Creole gumbo, two of the items available as part of the Dramatizers choices.
With names like Dramatizers, Headliners, Award Winners, Spotlight Salads, and Off Broadway Grill, the ambiance of a Broadway theater is beautifully blended into the food offerings and the décor. During our recent visit we chose some of Tam’s most famous offerings: Mussels in an exquisite wine butter sauce, Backstage Pasta, and Crab Cakes. The description of each item on the menu was perfect. The presentation was tantalizing, the tastes were complimentary and the wine recommended by our host, one of the helpful cast members at Tam’s, harmonized exquisitely with our chosen foods.
No restaurant outing is complete, at least not for me, without dessert. Tam’s offerings, known as Curtain Call desserts, are varied and delicious. My favorite is the Crème Bruleé. Other offerings include New Tallant (ice cream pie filled with rich vanilla ice cream and Health Bar crumbles in an Oreo cookie crust), Actors Guilt (chocolate crème pie in an Oreo cookie crumb crust served with fresh whipped crème), and Key Lime Pie. Tam’s also offers off-site catering and has private rooms available for your next special event. Next time you are looking for a great place for a business meeting, a fun, tasty lunch, a relaxing dinner, or simply want to treat your palette to a meal worthy of a theatrical performance, Tam’s Backstage fits the bill.
So sit back, relax and enjoy the presentation!
Open for lunch: Monday—Friday 11:30 am—4 pm; Dinner: 4:00—9:30 pm Saturdays: Dinner only 4—9 pm Closed Sundays
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YOUTH FOODIE Hi! The last time I wrote, I said I’d be visiting a local Italian deli. I have eaten at the locally owned Marie’s Italian Deli several times now and would like to share some of my favorite items from their menu. I saw a huge mixer in the kitchen area and found out they make their own pizza dough, and I thought that was amazing. The place is very kid friendly, and I liked that we didn’t have to wait around to get a seat. Here are some things I’ve tried on my visits and would recommend you try as well. Pepperoni Surprise is a choice on the kids menu. Juicy pepperoni and melty cheese on crunchy Italian bread. It was really good–kind of like pizza but a little adventurous. Last night I got a calzone, which is like a pizza turnover with crust all around the toppings. Mine was called the “Stuffed Poppy”! It had juicy meatballs, Italian sausage with yummy
mozzarella cheese. Normally, it comes with ricotta cheese, but since I don’t like ricotta, they customized it. It also had spinach and mushrooms–you might think yuck but, baked into the calzone, the flavors were kind of mellow and it was all delicious. One other thing about a calzone–the sauce, called marinara, comes on the side for dipping. I also had a bite of my Dad’s Italian Special sub sandwich. My dad and I share a love of Italian sandwiches, so I couldn’t resist! It had the perfect portion ratio of meat to bread. The meats in this sandwich are ham, salami, capicolla (a little bit of spice) and mortadella (kind of like Italian bologna). My dad said he liked the peperoncini peppers on this sandwich–a different twist from some other Italian subs. Did I mention they have really fresh foods? You can even get homemade
meatballs or lasagna ready to take home and cook on nights you don’t have time to stay. And don’t forget to save room for dessert. The Italian Coconut Cream Cake is to die for! They also have doughnut holes, chocolate cake, and cannoli’s. When you go out, don’t be afraid to try something you can’t pronounce! What will you try next? Stay tuned as I keep venturing out to discover new foods. By the way, Ottimo means Very Good!
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Ava is a student at Cumming Elementary School. She enjoys trying new foods and restaurants, and sharing her experiences in her column, Youth Foodie Review. Ava is nine years old.
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LOCAL LEADERS UNITE TO SOLVE A NATIONAL PROBLEM
In a recent article Vanessa Fuhrman of the Wall Street Journal maintains that
“an estimated 600,000 skilled, middle-class manufacturing jobs remain unfilled nationwide, even as millions of Americans search for work.” In order to address this issue, several local resource providers have united to assist companies with gaining greater access to qualified workers.
The North East Georgia Career Expo – a job fair for technically trained workers. Forsyth County Schools has also taken a proactive role in addressing our nation’s void of technically trained workers. In August of 2011 Forsyth County Schools opened the STEM Academy at Forsyth Central High School. The academy focuses on training students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics curriculums. Students can enter the academy during their ninth grade year. The students gain real-world experiences through rigorous core classes and careerbased technical training sessions. In October of 2013 the STEM Academy was ranked as the top High School STEM program in the State of Georgia.
Siemens in particular” stated Valery Hall, the Governance and Career Development Coordinator for Forsyth County Schools. The school system has successfully partnered with Siemens to launch a pilot program that trains students in real-world manufacturing curriculums.
For more information about the initiatives mentioned in this article, contact the CummingForsyth County Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development team at 770.887.6461.
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hroughout the nation many communities are suffering from rising levels of unemployment. However, although countless amounts of individuals are currently in search of employment opportunities, America’s manufacturing companies are straining to find qualified candidates with mechanical, robotics, and engineering experience.
“Forsyth County Schools has a long history of successful collaborations with the local business community in general and with
“Our objective is to serve as a valuable resource and accessible partner in regards to recruiting, hiring, and training qualified job seekers” stated Danette Smith, Regional Coordinator at the Georgia Department of Labor’s Business Services Unit.
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Smith and her team proactively engage businesses to provide them with a wide range of workforce development resources. “We accomplish this goal by getting to know our employers and their specific needs, matching skilled applicants with their job openings, and hosting career expos and other customized recruiting events. Then, we maintain and strengthen our relationship by providing essential support to the businesses and through collaboration with our many partners in the region” stated Smith. In February of 2014 the Georgia Department of Labor, Lanier Technical College, the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission, and the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce will host
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Randall Toussaint is the Vice-President of the Cumming Forsyth Chamber of Commerce. He may be reached at 770-887-6461.
Why You Need Med Pay
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ar accidents happen everyday – sometimes there are injuries involved and sometimes you get lucky. But no one knows what tomorrow will bring. You do not want to end up penniless after a crash. In dealing with so many personal injury cases resulting from auto accidents, I have seen the countless benefits of having Med Pay. If you get into a car wreck, regardless of whose fault it is, Med Pay helps cover your medical bills, as well as your passengers. Med Pay is strictly designed to cover medical expenses for auto accidents, and auto accidents only.
Even if you have great medical insurance, it still may not cover all the medical fees from the accident, and in some cases Med Pay can cover your deductibles and co-payments. Med Pay though, is by no means a replacement for health insurance, but it does help cover you and everyone in your vehicle.
Med pay is extremely affordable and well worth every dime. It is even mandatory to have Med Pay in some states, while in Georgia it is optional, but I highly recommend having it because it ensures that those you love will be protected if anything should happen. By: Steven Leibel
The way Med Pay works is you purchase it on a per vehicle basis. Meaning, if you have two cars and you want Med Pay to cover both vehicles, you must buy a policy for each car individually. Med Pay limits vary, but the standard limits people purchase range from $1,000 to $5,000. Some even have limits up to $100,000.00, which will ensure the medical coverage of severe injuries. On average though, people tend to buy Med Pay policies of $25,000 that will comfortably suit their costs. The limit you choose, applies to each person in the car. For instance, if you have a $5,000 limit and you have three people in the car with you, each person is awarded $5,000 to help cover their medical expenses.
Steven Leibel is a personal injury attorney who has been practicing law since his graduation from Emory Law School in 1980. An active member in the community, Mr. Leibel has served as a Municipal Court Judge. He is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, and the Atlanta Lawyers Club. He may be reached at 706-880-6614 or www.leibel.com.
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THREE THINGS NOT TO IGNORE IN SMALL BUSINESS
Five months after beginning a wonderful career as a restaurant owner I received an innocent little letter from the Department of Revenue (DOR). “Dear Mr. Longmore, we have no record of receiving sales tax…” Not so innocent after all. Initially it turned out not to be a problem because we were able to pay the months missed. Here’s the rub: for the next three years DOR kept trying to collect the money already paid. Do not ignore anything from the DOR.
A friend opened a small business and decided to use QuickBooks and do payroll himself. He received an innocent letter from the DOR stating they had not received employee state withholding tax. One innocent mistake cost him $18,000 and almost threw him into bankruptcy. Ignoring employee state withholding tax is not a good idea. Hire a professional for payroll.
the manager back the next day. Jane never called so the problem was solved, right? Wrong! DOL asked for records, conference calls, employee interviews and other harassing things. Long story short Jane received unemployment after being caught stealing money. Do not ignore maintaining detailed employee records and following proper termination processes.
Another innocent letter came from the Department of Labor (DOL). “Dear Mr. Longmore, we have an unemployment claim from Jane Doe…” Jane was caught stealing $120 so the shift leader sent her home and asked her to call
It may be OK to ignore your father but DO NOT ignore the DOR or DOL!
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Don’t you hate it when people ignore you? My son will be sitting right next to me and I’ll have an important discussion and 20 words into it realize I am talking to myself. What is in those iPhones that blocks hearing anyway?
Bruce Longmore is a Cumming entrepreneur. He may be reached at 404574-3884 or Success@BruceLongmore. com. Along with his wife Donna, they are the owners of Lenny’s Sub Shop in Cumming and Alpharetta.
GOAL SETTING IN THE NEW YEAR! Well, it’s that time again. The time we say good-bye to another year and welcome the new one in. My oh my, how they seem to fly by! Its a time to reminisce about the year gone past and time to anticipate the opportunities a new year gives us.
Track Your progress. Monitor your goals regularly and see how you are progressing towards your goals. Pencil and paper, spreadsheet, white board and marker – whatever works for you – track your goals, your progress and your completion. Make sure you set dates and work towards those dates of completion.
Many of us decide to plan for the New Year and new opportunities by setting resolutions. But, once again, you begin to wonder how long they will last.
Like so many objectives, you never make progress because they are so big. Your goals may be that way too. Make it easier on yourself and break down your goals into smaller tasks or subgoals. As you complete the all the smaller tasks, you achieve your goals!!
What are your resolutions this year? Losing weight? Quit Smoking? Making a career change? Getting in financial shape? Whatever your resolution, what is keeping you from achieving it? What has your roadblock been in the past?
Be Aggressive. Be aggressive towards your achieving your goals. If you pursue it like you don’t really care, then rest assured you will probably let success pass you by. Anything worth achieving should take your focus and energy.
One of the biggest points of failure is a lack of planning. Most people make their resolutions in the last few days, and even hours, of the old year. Little thought, if any, is put towards how to deal with the challenges the New Year may bring.
Celebrate. As you achieve your goals celebrate your success. The ability to celebrate will help you to tackle the next goal with even more aggressiveness.
Here’s a resolution to consider. Plan now to be successful in 2014 and in each year that follows. Try these suggestions and make your resolutions come to reality.
The nice thing about these steps is that they work with any goals. If your goals are personal, spiritual, family, financial, career – these steps help you become successful.
First, change your resolutions to GOALS! Goals are those things that you seek to achieve and you work hard to make happen. Changing to goals sets each in objective a different perspective and gives you something to go after.
Don’t let your resolutions, I mean goals, fall by the wayside in 2014. Go after them with a plan – a plan to achieve! By: Parkey Thompson
Begin with the End In Mind. Set your mind now that you are going to complete and succeed in your resolution. Vision yourself successfully achieving your goal and what would be different about your life once you achieve that goal.
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Parkey Thompson is a personal financial coach. He may be reached at 678-648-9940. Visit www.myfinancialfocus.com for more information about his services.
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ONE SUMMER AMERICA, 1927 BY BILL BRYSON The more things change, the more they stay the same. That thought stayed with me as I read this intriguing examination of one summer in our country’s history. The people of 1927 America weren’t that much different from the people we are today. They were fascinated by politics, scandals, the entertainment industry, tabloid headlines and inventions that would improve the quality of their lives.
personalizes each chapter in its own way and creates a visual illusion towards the story too. The book is a short, quick read that will entertain young children ages 5–9.
By: Allie Smith
Americans had much to capture their attention during this time. Charles Lindbergh flew across the Atlantic, making him the world’s hero. Babe Ruth, in the twilight of his career, was racing with Lou Gehrig to break the record for most home runs in a season – a record that would last for over three decades. The inventions of TV and talking movies were revolutionizing an industry. A shocking adulterous murder led to the first execution of a woman in this country and 44 students were killed in a school bombing. Wild weather that summer had everyone convinced that something was wrong with the environment. Sound familiar? Those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it. The book is educational and entertaining.
Allie Smith is an avid reader, traveler and the mother of four children. You can follow her on Goodreads or her blog www.thelatchkeymom.com. She can be reached at asreadsforsyth@gmail.com.
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This is a children’s book, written by twin brothers Juan David and Marco Antonio and their mother, Justine, about Justin, a young seven year-old boy, who imagines a fantasy world based on the gods of ancient Greek mythology. In Justin’s imaginary world, he travels to dangerous places and encounters fierce creatures in his quest to defeat his mythological father, Zeus. There are lessons about bravery and determination woven into a story filled with riddles and choices between right and wrong. The story is based on a magical Chimera box which looks like an ordinary cardboard box, but in actual fact it releases the character of the book on an extreme adventure of his imagination. Each chapter includes illustrated doodles drawn by the authors themselves, which
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FEELING INADEQUATE It’s 3:00 a.m. just 20 minutes from the last time I looked! My mind races with thoughts of overwhelming anxiety and feelings of inadequacy.
inadequacy there is so much gratification on the other end.
A close friend offered me an amazing opportunity to work on a project with one of her large clients. I was flattered especially since I haven’t worked in the field that her company specializes or have experience in the position. Now, I’m laying here wondering if she made a mistake and wondering what I’ve gotten myself into.
If and when you get in over your head just remember, each and every one of us is capable of just about anything we set our minds to, so stay strong and focus on solutions. That’s what I’ve been doing anyway. If there is something you want to learn the information is out there. Thanks goodness for Google !
Has this ever happened to you? If you have children then you can relate, remember that first night home with your baby? Or you agreed to take on a lead role in an organization. Perhaps you’ve gone back to school after taking time off.
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You agreed to speak at an event. Whatever the new venture may be; initially it sounded like a good idea but then you dig in and realize there is much that you have never done and you aren’t sure how to do it. It can be a struggle sometimes when experience is not under our belt. But anyone who is good at something was once a beginner. Sometimes we can feel like giving up when things get difficult but if we can stick it out and move through those feelings of
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Christine Roberts is a volunteer with Mentor Me-North GA. She is also an author, motivational speaker, certified child advocate, former corporate manager, wife and mother of two children. She may be reached at christine@cmrobertsllc.com.
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What You Need to Know About Trans Fat Information provided by Northside Hospital includes thousands of food additives that manufacturers can include in their products without FDA review. Various studies overtime have linked trans fat to increased levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol, which contributes to an increased risk of heart disease. Though many companies have already stopped using partially hydrogenated oils because of a regulation ruling that manufacturers disclose trans fat information on food labels, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the ban could prevent as many as 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 deaths each year.
Trans fats may be a thing of the past if a recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposal on the artery-clogging substance takes hold. The FDA says they intend to phase out trans fats in the food industry by classifying the artificial fat as a food additive. That means manufacturers and food suppliers everywhere won’t be able to use trans fat without FDA approval, which could mean the end of it for good. Health officials and doctors everywhere are rejoicing over the FDA’s recent plans, but what does this mean to you, the consumer? Below are some basic FAQ’s about trans fats and how the FDA’s ban could be beneficial to your health.
FIRST OF ALL, WHAT EXACTLY ARE TRANS FATS?
WHAT WILL HAPPEN ONCE TRANS FATS ARE GONE? WILL FOOD TASTE DIFFERENTLY WITHOUT IT?
Trans fats, also called partially hydrogenated oils, are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil to make it solid. They are used in both processed foods and in restaurants to improve the texture, shelf life and flavor of foods. They can be found in everything from cookies and frozen pizzas, to microwave popcorn and even some cereals. Margarine and vegetable shortening are other big sources of trans fat.
The truth is, a future without trans fat in foods will likely have no effect on flavor, texture or taste. In fact, many companies that once used trans fat (McDonald’s, Dunkin Donuts, Taco Bell), have actually already phased out the use of the artificial ingredient. Instead, a ban on trans fat will encourage manufacturers to start using other less harmful FDA-approved food additives.
WHY ARE TRANS FATS CONSIDERED TO BE HARMFUL?
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A Nurse Midwife: The Choice is Yours In the United States a Certified Nurse Midwife “CNM” is a registered nurse who has graduated from an accredited nurse midwifery program and has passed a national certification examination. Midwives have been practicing in the United States since the 1920s and approximately 82% have a master’s degree. In 2011, according to the national center for health statistics, CNMs attended 1 in 9 vaginal births. Many Ob-Gyn practices in the Northside Hospital System employ nurse midwives. One of the main functions of a CNM is to provide support during pregnancy. In Forsyth County, midwives provide prenatal care, support through labor and delivery, and postpartum care including breastfeeding. They attend to uncomplicated pregnancies and some high-risk pregnancies but always in collaboration with an Obstetrician and Gynecologist.
Studies show that patients who utilize midwives are less likely to require a cesarean delivery. Under the care of a midwife, you can have your baby by “natural (unmedicated) childbirth,” receive pain medicine, or choose an epidural. In labor, CNMs spend more
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Not only do CNMs care for pregnant women and deliver babies they are also primary healthcare providers. This means that their services include annual exams with pap smears, reproductive health visits, contraception counseling, pre-conceptual counseling, and gynecologic visits. Midwives are devoted to addressing the health needs of women. Midwives will often spend extra time with you during your appointment. Your CNM will provide education, suggest resources, or refer you to any specialist if needed. The professional association representing CNMs is The American College of NurseMidwives (ACNM). Since 1996, patients at Obstetrics and Gynecology of Atlanta have had the choice of a nurse midwife for their delivery.
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The Real Solution to CVS
What is one source of workplace stress? Computers. For most of us, it’s hard to remember how we ever got our job done without them.
If you think you may have Computer Vision Syndrome, there are prescription computer eyeglasses that will give you optimal vision for computer work and help make your workday more comfortable and productive.
More than 143 million Americans use a computer at work daily. If you spend more than two hours a day in front of a computer, you could be among the estimated 125 million people suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome or CVS.
Minimizing Computer Eye Strain Making some changes in how you work at a computer can help reduce eye strain:
•M inimize glare by installing a glare shield on your computer and having an anti-glare coating applied to your lenses. • Follow the ‘20-20-20 Rule’. Every 20 minutes, look away from the computer screen and focus on an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Also, take a 10-minute break away from the computer every hour • Adjust your monitor so it is positioned at or below eye level and your office chair so your legs can fit comfortably under the desk. Please note that these changes, while helpful, do not address the underlying visual problem of CVS.
• Eliminate exterior light from entering your workspace by closing drapes or blinds. Reduce interior lighting. Position your monitor so that windows are to the side of it not in front or behind
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) CVS is caused by the eye constantly focusing and re-focusing on the
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characters on a computer screen. As a result, you may experience symptoms that include: • Headache • Loss of Focus • Burning/Tired Eyes • Blurred Vision • Shoulder/Back Aches
Dr. Mira Sivan is an optometrist with a private practice located at The Vickery in Cumming. She may be reached at 678-648-5185. Visit her web site at www.fyeo-eyecare.com
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Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Prevention
The first step in the treatment of atrial fibrillation is to control the heart rate. This can be done by three different medications – beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and digoxin. Ideally the heart rate at rest should be brought down to less than 100 beats/min. Once the heart rate is controlled, an attempt to get back into regular rhythm should be made. This can be done with medications such as flecainide, propafenone, sotalol, amiodarone, or dronedarone. If these medications are not successful or if there is a need to convert back more urgently, then an electrical shock
under anesthesia can be delivered. This will usually reset the heart back to normal rhythm immediately. To determine the cause of atrial fibrillation, blood work, an ultrasound of the heart (echo) and a stress test are often performed. Unfortunately in many patients, atrial fibrillation keeps recurring despite medications. In those individuals a procedure called ablation can be performed. Under x-ray guidance catheters are advanced to the left side of the heart and an electrophysiologist burns portions of the upper chamber of the heart from where atrial fibrillation originates. These procedures are successful 65–75% with the first attempt. Additional attempts are sometimes required and should only be done in individuals in whom the atrial fibrillation is highly symptomatic. In all patients who have atrial fibrillation, the risk of a stroke is determined by calculating a CHADSVASC score. Individuals having a score of one or more should be considered for treatment with a strong blood thinner called an anticoagulant. In the past this meant using warfarin, which is a drug that is very difficult to take as it requires repeat blood tests to monitor, multiple dose adjustments, dietary restrictions, By: Narendra Singh, MD
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trial fibrillation is the most common rhythm disturbance of the heart resulting in hospitalization. Fortunately, both prevention and treatment of atrial fibrillation has improved significantly. Common presenting symptoms include a racing heart, irregular heart rhythm, dizziness, fluid congestion, near fainting, and most serious of all, stroke. Atrial fibrillation causes the upper chamber of the heart to beat very fast and irregular. This in turn causes the lower chambers of the heart to also beat fast. In addition because the upper chamber of the heart is not contracting properly there is an increased risk of blood clot forming in an area called the atrial appendage. If the blood clot dislodges it can go to the head and cause an ischemic stroke.
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and drug interactions. Fortunately three new alternative oral anticoagulants have come on the market in recent years. These include dabigatran (Pradaxa), rivaroxiban (Xaralto), and apixaban (Eliquis) and in the near future edoxaban (Lixiana). Although these drugs are more expensive, in general they are easier to take and safer to use and in the case of dabigatran and apixiban, superior to warfarin in reducing strokes.
If you have atrial fibrillation it is important to be followed by both a cardiologist and a primary care physician. As always, prevention is the key. Controlling your blood pressure, reducing stress, and avoiding strong stimulants will reduce your chances of developing these unwanted heart beats.
Narendra Singh MD FRCPC FACC FAHA, is a Clinical Assistant Professor, Georgia Regents University in Augusta, and the Director-Clinical Research, Atlanta Heart Specialists, LLC. Dr. Singh studied at the Dalhouse Medical School in Halifax, Nova Scotia and went on to complete a residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Toronto. He may be reached at 678-679-6800.
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HEALTHY HOLIDAY EATING
Finally, here are few tips when attending holiday parties. First, don’t ever skip meals throughout the day, this may result in overeating. Secondly, always eat a snack before you leave home for a holiday get together. Eat foods that are high in fiber, including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. High fiber foods are more filling, but lower in calories. Once you get to the party, you won’t be starving; making it less likely that you overeat. Third, check out the entire buffet and make a plan on what you’d like to eat before placing anything on your plate. Always choose vegetables and salad first before going to the entrees. Also, choose foods that are simply prepared versus foods that have
sauces or are fried. Additionally, only make one trip to the buffet table. Beware of liquid calories –beer (150 calories), wine (125 calories), egg nog (160–290 calories). Choose water or low/ calorie free drinks in order to avoid drinking your calories. If you are hosting the party, send home left overs with guests. Lastly, don’t forget to enjoy the food and your friends and family.
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Usually, it’s not a good idea to try to lose weight during the holidays; this may be way too difficult. It is best to try to maintain your weight during this time. Additionally, try to make time for exercise as often as possible, even if it’s only 15 minutes. One way to get some exercise in is by going to the mall instead of
shopping online. Although, many of us like the convenience of shopping online now, going to the mall will help burn calories. Every hour you shop you can burn up to 100 calories depending on how fast you walk.
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How to Uncover Learning Problems and Help Correct Them If you’ve ever heard those three words, “I hate school,” come out of your child’s mouth, you’ve probably felt sad and helpless – wondering what you can do to make things easier for your child. However, what you may not fully understand is the meaning behind and complexity of your child’s declaration. For many children, academic struggles tend to snowball into a variety of other problems, such as self-esteem and behavioral issues and more.
What is actually going on In his book, “Why Don’t Students Like School?”cognitive scientist Dan Willingham discusses how the mind works and what it means for the classroom – and notes that “if schoolwork is always just a bit too difficult to a student, it should be no surprise that the student doesn’t like school much.” For students to enjoy school more, Willingham says, they must consistently experience the satisfaction that comes with successfully solving a problem. Without the proper foundational skills, however, students are ill-equipped to do so. Children are naturally curious, but it’s also a natural inclination to give in to frustration, tune out and give up if school work is too difficult for them. Certainly each child’s circumstances are different, but most school problems can be attributed to a child becoming discouraged with and/or overwhelmed by the work that is expected of them. And as problems persist, children fell hopeless that they will never be capable of doing better.
Warning Signs that Your Child Needs School Help
Discovering the problem
• Your child’s teacher has told you repeatedly that your child is acting out or goofing around in class.
For example, if reading is hard for your child, it’s important to pinpointing what skill gaps are causing him or her to fall behind. Is your student stuffing to differentiate and heard individual letters and letter blends? Or is the problem spelling and vocabulary?
Correcting the problem Unfortunately, there is not such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to tutoring. Therefore, targeted instruction is the best method. You will have the best change of success in helping your child succeed in school if you pinpoint and correct the specific underlying challenges. Your child’s tutoring curriculum must be customized to your child to meet his or her precise needs. Keep in mind that if may take time for such a program to yield results. Your child will need to put in effort and you will need to keep in touch with your child’s teacher, tutor and your child. It may surprise you, but you child may even welcome the assistance, as he or she will finally be able to get the help he or she needs. If you continue to hear your child complaining about school, don’t wait to seek help. The sooner you step in and develop a plan of action, the sooner your child will be able to catch up in class, raise those grades and boost his or her confidence.
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• Your child’s teacher has approached you about your child’s behavioral issues. • Your child works on homework, but struggles to finish it. • Your child’s grades have dropped in one or more subjects. • Your child struggles to stay organized at school and home and it is affecting his other school performance. • Your child spends significantly more time on homework that his or her teacher recommends. • Your child’s personality has changed and he or she has become withdrawn, angry or apathetic. • Your child regularly misbehaves at school or at home.
By: Marc Turk
While it is important to communicate with your student and his or her teacher, it may take deeper digging to get a good understanding of what exactly is causing your child to struggle. You’ll need to identify specifics about your child’s academic performance, then analyze further.
Obviously a child who expresses distaste for school may be experiencing academic difficulties, but what else should parents keep watch for? Here are several red flags that your child is having trouble:
Marc Turk is the Executive Director of Huntington Learning Center in Cumming. He may be reached at 770-292-8994.
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Big Creek Elementary 1994 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 887-4584 Principal: Sherri Black sblack@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Midway Elementary
cmccrary@forsyth.k12.ga.us
West Forsyth High
4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta, (770) 475-6670 Principal: Todd Smith tsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
North Forsyth Middle
4155 Drew Road (770) 888-3470 Acting Principal: Betty Pope rgill@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sawnee Elementary
Brookwood Elementary 2980 Vaughan Drive, (678) 965-5060 Principal: Kathie Braswell kbraswell@forsyth.k12,ga.us
Chattahoochee Elementary
1616 Canton Highway, (770) 887-6161 Principal: Dr. Eileen Nix ecnix@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Settles Bridge Elementary
3645 Coal Mountain Drive (770) 889-0743 Principal: Jeff Hunt jhunt@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Otwell Middle 605 Tribble Gap Road (770) 887-5248 Principal: Steve Miller stmiller@forsyth.k12.ga.us
2800 Holtzclaw Road, (770) 781-2240 Principal: Barbara Vella bvella@forsyth.k12.ga.us
600 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, (770) 887-1883 Principal: Donna Morris dmorris@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Chestatee Elementary
Sharon Elementary
6945 Keith Bridge Road, Gainesville, (770) 887-2341 Principal: Polly Tennies ptennies@forsyth.k12.ga.us
3595 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, (770) 888-7511 Principal: Amy Bartlett abartlett@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Coal Mountain Elementary
Shiloh Point Elementary
3455 Coal Mountain Drive, (770) 887-7705 Principal: Debbie Smith dsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
8145 Majors Road, (678) 341-6481 Principal: Rebecca Johnson rjohnson@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Cumming Elementary 540 Dahlonega Street, (770) 887-7749 Principal: Pam Pajerski ppajerski@forsyth.k12.ga.us
6200 Dahlonega Highway, (678) 965-5020 Principal: Paige Andrews pandrews@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Daves Creek Elementary
Vickery Creek Elementary
3740 Melody Mizer Lane, (770) 888-1223 Principal: Eric Ashton eashton@forsyth.k12.ga.us
6280 Post Road, (770) 346-0040 Principal: Kristan Riedinger kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Whitlow Elementary
HIGH SCHOOLS Forsyth Central High
Haw Creek Elementary
3655 Castleberry Road, (678) 965-5090 Principal: Lynne Castleberry lcastleberry@forsyth.k12.ga.us
520 Tribble Gap Road (770) 887-8151 Principal: Rudy Hampton rhampton@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sliver City Elementary
2555 Echols Road, (678) 965-5070 Principal: Dr. Amy Davis ardavis@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Johns Creek Elementary 6205 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, (678) 965-5041 Principal: Alyssa Degliumberto adegliumberto@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Mashburn Elementary 3777 Samples Road, (770) 889-1630 Principal: Tracey Smith tbsmith@forysth.k12.ga.us
Matt Elementary 7455 Wallace Tatum Road, (678) 455-4500 Principal: Charley Stalder cstalder@forsyth.k12.ga.us
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Lakeside Middle 2565 Echols Road (678) 965-5080 Principal: Debbie Sarver dsarver@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Liberty Middle 7465 Wallace Tatum Road (770) 781-4889 Principal: Connie Stovall cstovall@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Little Mill Middle 6800 Little Mill Road (678) 965-5000 Principal: Connie McCrary REFERENCE
Piney Grove Middle 8135 Majors Road (678) 965-5010 Principal: Terri North tnorth@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Riverwatch Middle 610 James Burgess Road, Suwanee (678) 455-7311 Principal: Kathy Carpenter kcarpenter@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth Middle 2865 Old Atlanta Road (770) 888-3170 Principal: Sandy Tinsley stinsley@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Vickery Creek Middle 6240 Post Road, (770) 667-2580 Principal: Kathy Rohacek krohacek@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: Beth Hebert bhebert@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth High 585 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 781-2264 Principal: Jeff Cheney jcheney@forsyth.k12.ga.us
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Covenant Christian Academy 6905 Post Road, (770) 674-2990 Headmaster: Johnathan 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)8450418 Vice-Principal: Butch Quinn 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
Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs 2830 Old Atlanta Road, (770) 205-6277 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessoriacademygeorgia.com
Montessori at Vickery 6285 Post Road, (770) 777-9131 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessorivickery.com
Montessori Kids Academy 3034 Old Atlanta Road, (678) 208-0774 School Admin., Maureen Danbury www.montessoricumming.com
Pinecrest Academy 955 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 888-4477 Head of School: Fr. Robert Presutti www.pinecrestacademy.com
School Information www.forsyth.K12.GA.US
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Connect. Create. Captivate. The Creative Spark A spark; a f licker to inspire and create. “The Creative Spark began from a desire to connect children and their families with the arts in a creative expressive method,” explained Dr. Amanda Slaughter, Executive Director of the Creative Spark. “The Creative Spark (TCS) was formulated out of a need that we saw in children, adolescents and their families. This need for self-esteem boosting, connection and communication skills were predominate, and when asked, the question became “Why Not” build an environment that would help with these issues all the while being fun and inventive! The intent behind The Creative Spark (TCS) is to spark your creative abilities, foster connection and bonding within families and we do so through camps, parties, classes, and our leadership program,” Dr. Amanda added. “We offer a plethora of options to choose from simply because we want to help the customer find their own creative outlets.
At The Creative Spark, we have the most creative staff holding one or two college degrees or certifications in their area. We want to meet and greet you with a helpful smile and a uniquely fun time!” Dr. Amanda explained. The Creative Spark team is comprised of facilitators, many of who have Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate Degrees with multiple years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults at The Creative Spark’s sister company, Family Counseling Associates of North Georgia. The programs and services offered are varied and include Creative Camps, Leadership Training, Parties with a Purpose, Expressive Arts Programs, and classes. Updates are available at www.thecreativesparkga.com.
Is your family ready to spark? Then it’s time to call The Creative Spark and get started!
Meet The Creative Spark Team: • Dr. Amanda Slaughter Executive Director • Joy Lavezzo Expressive Art Director • Josh Castleberry Leadership Director • A licia Sarvis Co-Director • L auren Wallace Co-Director • Jackie Carlier Photographer & Parties Supervisor • H anna Slaughter Assistant • Bryson Slaughter Assistant
The Creative Spark 110 Samaritan Dr Ste 209 Cumming, GA 30040 888-832-0744 www.thecreativesparkga.com
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Relax—It’s the Holidays!
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ell, that’s an oxymoron if I ever heard one! How can you relax when it’s the holidays? I mean, really, the to-do list grows from the normal to more than double! Who has time to relax? You have to figure what you need–food, paper products, gifts, wrapping paper, ribbons and bows, drinks, seats, beds… Stop! Take a breath and relax!
get packed away without ever making it on the tree. Sometimes, one of our visiting family members will help–then check it off my list. Those are my angels! I have a collection of angels–over 45 years in the making– made from glass, plastic, metal, wood, lace, corn shuck, ribbon, bread dough, beads, etc. Last year I found a new way to visit with family and talk about the angels as we unpacked them. Where did you get this one? Who gave it to you? Tell me a story about that person. It was a very special moment remembering some of our family and friends that aren’t with us now.
I have a spreadsheet for the entire time the guests are visiting our home. It lists meals, menus, ingredients for every item on the menu–complete with the exact amount needed, napkins, forks, spoons, plates, knives, cups, coffee cups, pillows, blankets, tables, chairs, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaners, soap, and detergent–every single thing that will be needed. Then the shopping–and–cleaning has to be done before the first guest arrives, so I don’t spend a minute wasting time on preparation when I could be visiting–and yes, relaxing–maybe!
Jesus was big on relaxing too. Why else would he tell us to give Him our burdens and rest? So come on holidays, I am ready to relax!
By: Neida Streit
With the work my husband and I do, we basically kiss each other goodbye on Thanksgiving weekend and say see ya in January! With two holiday-demanding jobs, if the Christmas tree doesn’t get put up on Thanksgiving weekend, it probably won’t get put up–even then, it usually isn’t finished being decorated until Christmas Day, when some of the ornaments
Neida Streit is the Director of Communications at Cumming First United Methodist Church. She may be reached at 770-887-2900 or nstreit@cfumcga.com.
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very year excitement bubbles to the surface as I wrap gifts and arrange them under the tree. I imagine the reactions of my husband and daughter as they tear off the festive paper on the presents I’ve chosen for them. Will they enjoy the gifts as much as I enjoyed shopping for them?
everyone who would listen. The promised Messiah was finally here! What would people think? Would they believe this newborn baby was the one who could save them from their sins? Or would they look for another?
Special delivery
Your turn
I wonder if the Father got excited when He delivered the very first Christmas gift all those years ago. The incredible news of the Savior’s birth was first given to shepherds on the hillsides of Bethlehem.
The same questions are being asked today. The God of the Universe has given you the amazing gift of His Son. Will you accept His gift and share Jesus Christ with others? Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus. Help me to share the news of the Savior especially this Christmas season. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10-11
Maria I. Morgan is an inspirational writer and speaker. She’s passionate about sharing the truths of God’s Word with today’s generation. She lives in Georgia with her husband and daughter. Visit her on the web and download a free copy of her eBook God Speaking @ www.mariaimorgan.com
By: Maria Morgan
I can envision the stunned expressions of the shepherds as the host of angels disappeared from sight. But the shepherds wasted no time acting on what they had just heard. They found baby Jesus in the manger just as the angels had said.
Good news The news spread. The shepherds weren’t about to keep the exciting tidings to themselves. They shared the news with
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NON-DENOMINATIONAL Eastgate Church
Sunday Evening: 5 p.m. Wednesday Evening & AWANA: 7 p.m. Pastor: Chris Grinstead www.ghbcc.org
2820 Brookwood Road, Cumming 770-888-8852 Sunday Morning Worship Times: 9:00 & 11:00 am Wednesday Night services 7:00 pm Pastors: David & Robin Houtsma www.eastgatechurch.org
Longstreet Baptist Church 6868 Campground Road, (770) 889-1959 www.longstreetchurch.com Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday night adult and youth activities
BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Church 2465 Antioch Road (770) 887-6900 Sunday School: 10 a.m.
North Lanier Baptist Church
Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. AWANA: Sunday at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Pastor: Travis Bridgeman www.welcometoantioch.org
829 Atlanta Highway, (770) 781-5433 Church service times: 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Bible Studies 11 a.m. Celebration Worship Service (main auditorium) Hispanic Service is at 10:30 a.m. in our Activities Center
Cumming Baptist Church
Refuge Baptist Church
115 Church Street, (770) 205-6699 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship service: 10:50 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Barry Crocker www.cummingbaptist.net
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
First Baptist Cumming 1597 Sawnee Drive, (770) 887-2428 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. AWANA Pastor: Dr. Bob Jolly www.firstbaptistcumming.org
EPISCOPAL St. Columba’s Church 939 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, (770) 888-4464 Wednesday Services: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays Service: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Service: 7:45, 9 & 11:15 a.m. Rector: Father Tripp Norris Curate: Father Daron Vroon www.saintcolumba.net
First Redeemer Church 2100 Peachtree Parkway, (678) 513-9400 Sunday Services: 9:15AM – Contemporary Service (Auditorium) 10:45AM – Blended Service (Auditorium) 9:00AM & 10:45AM; 6:30PM Bible Fellowship Pastor, Dr. Richard G. Lee, Founding Pastor www.firstredeemer.org
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit 724 Pilgrim Mill Road, (770) 887-8190 Services: Thursdays 12 noon, Sundays 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Rector: Keith Oglesby www.ecohs.net
GREEK ORTHODOX Saints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church
Greater Heights Baptist Church 3790 Post Road, (770) 887-4802 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.
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 103 Buford Dam Road, (770) 887-0184 Sunday School: 9:00am, all ages Sunday Worship: 10:15am, 12:30pm (Korean) Wednesday Evening Fellowship Meal 6:00pm Bible Study for all ages 7:00pm Pastor Tim Droegemueller livingfaithoffice@bellsouth.net www.livingfaithlutheran.com facebook/livingfaithlutheranchurch
Christ The King Lutheran Church (Evangelical Lutheran Church In America) 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd. Cumming, Ga. 30040 770-889-5328 ctklutheran.com Sunday Worship Service 8 & 11 AM – Traditional 9 AM – Blended 10 AM – Discipleship Hour (Sun. School)
OTHER Baha’is of Forsyth County 1-800-22-UNITE www.forsythbahais.org Crossroads Church of the Nazarene 6160 Southard Trace Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 977 0328 www.mycrossroadschurch.net
Castle Christian Church 3149 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee (678) 648-5248 www.castlechristianchurch.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Senior Minister: Jason Rodenbeck jason@castlechristian.com
Family By Faith Worship Center 4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (Midway Elementary School), (678) 230-4800 Small Groups: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Nursery available Pastor: Randy Grimes www.familybyfaith.com
First Christian Church 1270 Sawnee Dr., Cumming, (770) 887-5542 Pastor Stan Percival www.fccga.org
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 510 Brannon Road, Cumming, GA (678) 455-5290 - Hall Phone Worship Service: 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pm Visitors Welcome Nursery available
LifePoint Christian Church 3140 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041 Sunday Small Groups: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Childcare available Pastor: Chris Stovall www.lifepoint.org
NewSong Community Church 433 Canton Road, Suite 306, Located across from Ingles, behind the National Guard in Building 300, (770) 888-5212 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Case Koolhaas www.newsongweb.org
Rameshori Buddhist Center 130 Allen Road, Unit B Sandy Springs, 30328, (404) 255-1585
PRESBYTERIAN Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church 7620 Lanier Drive, (770) 887-6801 Sunday School all ages: 9:45 am Sunday Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m. 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: 11:00 am Pastor, Dr. Joseph C. Morecraft, III.
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By: David Hill
Christmas is for parents and grandparents! My children have children who are getting their driver’s license and talking marriage. With grown children and an anemic struggling economy I miss the fun of finding special Christmas presents. I’ve been told “They have husbands that can buy gifts for them”. As a father I’ve a unique opportunity to enjoy smiles and kisses by creating for my children or wife a special moment.
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.
“Our Father which art in Heaven”, is how God wishes to be addressed. “If ye then being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in Heaven . . .” Matthew 6:9, 7:11. Giving delights our Heavenly Father. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father . . .” James 1:17. He wants us to enjoy the gift of “. . . the riches of His goodness and forbearance and longsuffering . . . the goodness of God that leadeth thee to repentance” (Romans 2:4) and salvation. What greater gift could our Father have given? “God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16. John’s Gospel uses the word “Father” 118 times, “believe” 100 times and His word of invitation “come” 200 times, with 16 different Greek words. One of the things we’re told God was doing before creation was planning our gift of salvation. I Peter 1:20. The light shinning for His birth was plucked from a galaxy and placed in the east. His lullaby was a melodious singing of The Messiah by an angelic choir. Royal gifts celebrated the child as “the son of Abraham, the son of David”, King of Kings. Hallelujah!
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Parkway Presbyterian Church 5830 Bethelview Road, (678) 889-8694 Traditional Worship: Sundays 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship: Sundays11:00 a.m. Brazilian Ministry Sunday Services: 7:00 p.m. (The service is in Portuguese.) Rev. Bill Ford, Senior Pastor Rev. Cido Araujo, Assoc. Pastor of Brazilian Ministries
Parkway Church 5830 Bethelview Road, (770) 889-8694 (½ mile west of GA 400 exit 13) Sunday Traditional Service: 9 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Childcare available for both services Senior Pastor: Bill Ford www.parkway-church.org email: info@parkway-church.org
The Vine Community Church 4655 Bethelview Road, (678) 990-9395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: Middle and High School youth meet at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Pastor: Jon Adams www.thevinecommunitychurch.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of Good Shepherd 3740 Holtzclaw Road (770) 887-9861 Mass: Saturday Vigil, 5 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9 & 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon; 5:30p.m. Spanish Mass, 1:30 p.m. Weekdays: 9 a.m Pastor: Father Frank www.goodshepherdcumming.com
St. Brendan Catholic Church 4633 Shiloh Road, (770) 205-7969 Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Spanish Mass: 1 p.m. Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. Pastor: Fr. Matthew Van Smoorenburg, LC Parochial Vicars: Fr. Joseph Ramos, LC and Fr. Juan Guerra, LC www.stbrendansatl.com
UNITED METHODIST Bethelview United Methodist Church 4525 Bethelview Road, (770) 887-4888
HOUSES OF WORSHIP | CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. www.bethelview.net (child care available) Pastor: Rev. Deborah Griffith
Cumming First United Methodist Church
(770) 886-0500 or nancyw@ecigroups.com Information: No fees. Open to all
Forsyth County Newcomers and Women’s Club
770 Canton Highway, (770) 887-2900 Sunday Services: 9 a.m. at Bald Ridge Marina 9:51 a.m. Contemporary Service www.cfumcga.com (Child care available) Sunday Hispanic/Latino Worship: 12 noon Wednesday Communion Service: 12 noon Senior Pastor: Rev. John L. Cromartie, Jr.
Meeting: Third Thurs. of each mo. at 11:00 a.m. - $22 lunch Location: Windermere Golf Club Contact: Linda Fitzwater 678-947-6156 - davlinfitz@yahoo.com Information: Membership is open to all women of Forsyth and surrounding counties Program includes group activities, information and more. Website: newcomersclubofforsyth.org
Lanier United Methodist Church
Forsyth Network for Business Professionals
1979 Buford Highway, (770) 887-0615 Sunday Traditional Service: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Praise Service: 11 a.m. Nursery available for both services Pastor: Ted Miller www.lanierumc.org
Meeting: Thurs.11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Bello Italian Restaurant 101 Meadow Drive Contact: Tiffany Allen at tiffany@servpro8378.com or 770-887-1962 Information: $50 membership fee and $10 monthly. Visit twice for free. No occupation overlap. Call first.
Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (770) 475-5230 Sunday Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Children’s Church: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School all ages: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Worship: 10:45 a.m. www.midwayumc.org
Piedmont United Methodist Church 1170 Dahlonega Highway, (770) 887-0770 Sunday Services Bible Study 10 a.m. Traditional Service 11 a.m. Bible Study 5 p.m. PiedmontUMC@bellsouth.net
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESS NETWORKING Central Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: Second & fourth Tues. 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. Location: The Columns at Pilgrim Mill Apartments Contact: Nancy Wright,
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Robin Grier 770) 887-2772 rgrier@harborfs.com
Women Who Mean Business Meeting: First Tues. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Location: Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Event’s Facility 513 W. Maple Street Contact: (770) 887-6461 Information: Free for members; $30 for non-members Register online at cummingforsythchamber.org.
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Georgia Highlands Medical Services Contact: (770) 887-1668 Information: This is a non-profit Community
Health Center (CHC) Serving the medical needs of North Georgia since 1979.
Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. Contact: Website:
(770) 886-5419 www.savethehorses.org
The Inspiration Network of Cumming
Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter
Meeting: Location: Contact:
Location: 4440 Keith Bridge Road Contact: (770) 887-6480 Information: Non-profit, no-kill shelter for cats and dogs. Website: www.forsythpets.org
Third Wed. from 7 - 8:30 p.m. The Nurturing Nook, 205 Pilgrim Mill Road Leanne Temple, (678) 965-5969
Member Power Networking Lunch Meeting: Every Tues. at 12 Noon Location: Various chamber member restaurants Contact: (770) 887-6461 or cummingforsythchamber.org Information: $15 for members and $30 for non-members
South Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: Location:
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2nd and 4th Wed. at 11:30 a.m. No fees Starbucks-141 and Ronald Reagan – John’s Creek, 435 Peachtree Parkway Cumming, GA 30041
There’s Hope for the Hungry Contact: (678) 513-9400 Information: Non-profit organization partnering with churches across North Georgia to feed those in need. Website: www.thereshope.org
Whispering Hope Resource & Pregnancy Center Location: 133 Samaritan Drive, Suite 306 Information: Non-profit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and providing an outstretched hand to women who face an untimely pregnancy Contact: (770) 889-8302,
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Labrador Friends of the South, Inc.
whisperinghope4u@bellsouth.net Website: WhisperingHope.org
CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS Ducktown Chapter #460 — Order of the Eastern Star
Cuong Nhu Martial Arts Club
Meeting: 2nd & 4th Fri. at 7:30 p.m. Location: 4655 Canton Hwy Contact: (770) 887-8147
Rotary Club of South Forsyth Meeting: Wed. at 12:15 p.m. Location: 6300 Polo Club Drive Website: southforsythrotaryclub.org
POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Democratic Women of Forsyth County Meeting: Second Thurs. Location: Different restaurants in Cumming Contact: Mary Chatfield, (770) 887-1106 Facebook: DWFC GA Information: Democratic women meet monthly and the meetings alternate between lunch and dinner meetings with programs.
Forsyth County Democratic Party Meeting: Location: Contact:
2nd Tues. at 6:30 p.m. CooCoo’s Nest restaurant, corner of Freedom Parkway & Pilgrim Mill Road, Cumming Ricia Maxie at ricialm@aol.com or Mary Chatfield at (770) 887-1106
RECREATION & HOBBIES Cumming Garden Club Contact: (770) 844-7061 Meeting: Held second Tues. of each month from Sept. until May at 10:00 AM Information: Non-profit organization with the purposes of educating members & the community in gardening,
conservation & creative expression.
Contact: (404) 423-3524 Meeting: Every other Wed. at 7 p.m. Location: Central Park Website: meetup.com/North-Atlanta-Cuong-NhuMartial-Arts-Club/ Information: No fees, open to 16 yrs +
Piecemakers Quilt Guild Meeting:
2nd Tues. of each month; 4th Tuesday is “sewcialbee” (community quilts, classes or just
Location: Website:
getting together) Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming piecemakersga.netw
Location: Contact: Website:
PO Box 933, Cumming 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 Website: www.momsclub.org
Moms Club of Cumming - Southwest Meeting: Contact:
Last Tues. of each month www.momsclub.org
NAMI Forsyth Dawson Lumpkin
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 Information: Group of Alcoholics Anonymous located in Forsyth County Website: www.aacummingga.org
Holistic Moms Network Forsyth County
Meeting: Location:
Second and fourth Thurs. of each month 7PM-8:30PM (excluding major holidays). Two support meetings (for consumers and family members) held the second Thursday of each month Educational meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month Forsyth County Senior Center, 595 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming, Ga. 30040
Information: Two support groups (family & peer) meet every Thurs. except the last when there is a speaker. Contact: Flo Giltman lgiltma1@gmail.com Website: www.namifdlga.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.every month at 6:30pm Location: Contact: Website:
SMART Recovery Meeting: Location: Website:
Monthly meetings with informational speakers, yoga group, play groups Meeting: 2nd Tues. of each (The service is in Portuguese.) Rev. Bill F ord, Senior Pastor Rev. Cido Araujo, Assoc. Pastor of Brazilian Ministries month at 6:30 p.m. Location: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee House 5095 Post Road, Cumming Contact: Ann Linke at www.parkway-chruch.org holisticmomforsyth@yahoo.com Website: www.holisticmoms.org
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210 Dahlonega St., Suite 203, Cumming Valerie Daniel Faith’s House, Inc. 770-205-6311 www.faithshouseinc.org
REFERENCE
Every Tues. at 6:30 p.m. Professional Recovery Counseling, LLC. 107 W. Court house Sq., Suite 274 www.smartrecovery.org
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Thank you for thinking about United Way as your vehicle to improve lives in our community. Join this movement by visiting our website and donating today. United Way works to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health. These are the building blocks for a good life: A quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health. United Way of Forsyth County P.O. Box 1350 Cumming, GA 30028 770-781-4110 www.unitedwayforsyth.com
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suppliers, distributors, retailers, agritourism and consumers. This is a crucial economic development initiative as it will help to attract more agriculture jobs to Georgia. Colloquially known as the ‘Saudi Arabia’ of Pine trees, Georgia’s forestry industry has a total economic impact of $14.4 billion and created more than 61,000 jobs in 2011. We hope to create and bring more jobs to our state through the Georgia Grown program. This is just the minute view of how vital agriculture is to our state. On my two-day agriculture tour through Georgia with other lawmakers earlier this month, I further explored agriculture’s impact. I had the opportunity to speak with experts from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Fort Valley State University, and Georgia Farm Bureau. I visited cotton gins, chicken hatcheries and more to get close-up view of how agriculture makes our economy thrive. This experience has strengthened the value of agriculture to me, and I’ll continue to support its growth and expansion in Georgia through legislative action as we head into the 2014 Legislative Session. Sources: U.S. Ranking of Georgia Farm Commodity Production (2011), Georgia Farm Bureau, National Agricultural Statistics Service, Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development, University of Georgia
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REFERENCE
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT President Barack H. Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: w ww.whitehouse.gov e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Atlanta Office: 100 Galleria Parkway Suite 1340 GA: (770) 763-9090 Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (202) 224-0103 Website: w ww.chambliss.senate.gov e-mail: use contact form on website
ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS
Senator Steve Gooch (R), District 51 (678) 341-6203 e-mail: steve.gooch@statesenate.ga.gov fax: (770) 844-5821
Rep. Mark Hamilton (R), District 23 (770) 844-6768 e-mail: mark.hamilton@house.ga.gov
FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Superintendent, Dr. L.C. (Buster) Evans (770) 887-2461 1120 Dahlonega Highway Cumming Website: w ww.forsyth.k12.ga.us 1092 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040 Website: w ww.forsythco.com
Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), District 24 (770) 887-0400 e-mail: mike.dudgeon@house.ga.gov
Rep. Amos Amerson (R), District 9 (404) 657-8534 e-mail: amos.amerson@house.ga.gov
BOARD OF EDUCATION Ann Crow, District 1 (R) (770) 490-6316 e-mail: ACrow@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Kristin Morrissey, District 2 (R) (770) 781-5222
Senator Johnny Isakson (R)
FORSYTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT Forsyth County Board of Commissioners
(202) 224-3643 Atlanta Office: One Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Boulevard Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: w ww.isakson.senate.gov
110 East Main Street, Suite 210, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-2101 Website: www.forsythco.com fax: (770) 781-2199
Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9 (202) 225-5211 Georgia Office: Wachovia Center GA: (770) 535-2592 500 Jesse Jewel Parkway, Suite 301, Gainesville, GA 30503 Website: w ww.tomgraves.house.gov
Rep. Rob Woodall. (R), District 7 (770) 963-2420 Email: woodall@mail.house.gov Website: woodall.house.gov
County Manager Doug Derrer: (770) 781.2101 fax : (770) 781.2199
COMMISSIONERS R.J. (Pete) Amos, District 1 (R)
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle
(678) 513-5884 e-mail: cjmills@forsythco.com
Cindy Mills, District 4 (R)
Jim Boff, District 5 (R) (678) 513-5885 e-mail: jjboff@forsythco.com
Forsyth County Tax Commissioner Matthew C. Ledbetter (770) 781-2110
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(770) 887-0678 e-mail: DLight@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Nancy Roche, Chairperson, District 5 (R) (770) 889-0229 e-mail: NRoche@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Cumming City Hall (770) 781-2010 100 Main Street, Cumming, GA 30040
(770) 781-2101 e-mail: tlevent@forsythco.com
(770) 887-1960 e-mail: jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov fax: (770) 205-0602
Darla Light, District 4
Brian R. Tam, District 2 (R)
(404) 652-7003 Website: w ww.gov.state.ga.us fax: (404) 652-7123
Senator Jack Murphy (R), District 27
(770) 657-0810 e-mail: TCleveland@forsyth.k12.ga.us
CITY OF CUMMING Mayor Henry Ford Gravitt
Todd Levent, District 3 (R)
(404) 656-5030 Website: w ww.gov.state.ga.us
Tom Cleveland, District 3 (R)
(678) 513-5881 e-mail: rjamos@forsythco.com (678) 513-5882 e-mail: brtam@forsythco.com
STATE GOVERNMENT Governor Nathan Deal (R)
e-mail: KMorrisey@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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Cumming City Council Members: Quincy Holton, Lewis Ledbetter, Ralph Perry, John Pugh and Rupert Sexton
City Administrator Gerald Blackburn (770) 781-2010
City Clerk Jeff Honea jhonea@cityofcumming.net
COMMUNITY NUMBERS
EMERGENCY — 911 HOTLINES — 24 HOUR HELP LINES Battered Women Hotline (770) 479-1703
Poison Control Center — Atlanta
Water & Sewer
(770) 781-2030 410 Pilgrim Mill Road (770) 781-2215
Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department (770) 781-2160 110 East Main Street www.forsythco.com
Central Park Recreation Center
Solid Waste
Central Park Office
(404) 616-9000
(678) 455-8540 2300 Keith Bridge Road
Outside Metro Atlanta
Windermere Park
(800) 222-1222
Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems)
(770) 781- 2215 3355 Windermere Parkway
(404) 250-KIDS
Fairgrounds
Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center (770) 428-2666
(770) 781-3491 235 Castleberry Road
MEDICAL Northside Hospital — Forsyth
GOLF CLUBS Chestatee Golf Club
(770) 844-3200 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive www.northside.com
(706) 216-7336 777 Dogwood Way, Dawsonville
Neighborhood Healthcare Center
Country Land Golf Course
(770) 844-7494 2825 Keith Bridge Road (770) 886-7135
(770) 887-0006 6560 Mayfield Drive
Health Department
Polo Golf & Country Club
(770) 781-6906 428 Canton Highway
(770) 887-7656 6300 Polo Club Drive
FIRE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT City of Cumming Police Department
Windermere Golf Club
(770) 781-2000 301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard www.cummingpd.net
Forsyth County Fire Department (770) 781-2180 3520 Settingdown Road www.forsythco.com
Georgia State Patrol (770) 205-5400
LIBRARIES Forsyth County Public Library (770) 781-9840 585 Dahlonega Road www.forsythpl.org
Advanced Disposal/Eagle Point Landfill (770) 887-6063 8880 Old Federal Road, Ball Ground www.advanceddisposal.com
Olde Atlanta Recycling LLC (770) 205-6912 2535 Ivy Street East
Waste Management, Inc. (770) 751-1304 774 McFarland Road, Alpharetta www.wm.com
RECYCLING Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (770) 205-4573
TELEPHONE AT&T Residential (888) 757-6500 Business (866) 213-6300 www.att.com
(678) 513-1000 5000 Davis Love Drive
ELECTRICITY Georgia Power
FORSYTH COUNTY MARINAS Habersham Marina
888) 660-5890
(770) 887-5432 2200 Habersham Marina Road
(770) 887-2363
Sawnee Electric Membership
Port Royale Marina (770) 887-5715 9200 LanMar Road, Gainesville
YMCA (770) 888-2788 6050 Y Street
Hampton Park Library (770) 781-9840 5345 Settingdown Road
POST OFFICE
Sharon Forks Branch
(770) 886-2388 525 Tribble Gap Road
(770) 781-9840 2810 Old Atlanta Road
UTILITIES City of Cumming
PARKS AND RECREATION City of Cumming Main Number:
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REFERENCE
DIRECTORY
ADVERTISER DIRECTORY
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Southern Admin - pg. 24 - 770-609-0904
ELECTRICIAN Arc Angel Electric - pg. Inside front cover
www.SoutheasternAdmin.com
770-889-9243 - www.ArcAngelElectric.com
770-617-7597 - www.kimbatesphotoart.com
ATTORNEY Steven Liebel - pg. 22 - 706-867-7575
EVENTS FACILITY Forsyth Conference Center - pg. 24
PHYSICIANS/MEDICAL SERVICES Chad Levitt, MD - pg. 32
www.northgeorgiapersonalinjury.com
770-781-6974 - www.forsythconferencecenter.com
AUTO REPAIR/CAR CENTER Johns Creek Mechanic - pg. 41
HOBBIES Atlanta Hobby - pg. Inside Back Cover
706-622-5509 - www.JohnsCreekMechanic.com Scott’s Auto Center - pg. 13 678-947-4040 - www.scottsautocenter.net Wright Import – pg. 48 770-888-0100 - www.WrightImport.com
678-513-4450 - www.thecreativesparkga.com
BOOK PUBLISHERS BookLogix Publishing Services, Inc - pg. 8 770-346-9979 - www.booklogix.com
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS Carpet Cleaner Plus - pg. 17 678-807-8537 - www.carpetcleaning-plus.com
CONFERENCE CENTER/SPECIAL EVENTS FACILITY Forsyth Conference Center - pg. 21 770-781-6974 - www.ForsythConferenceCenter.com
DANCE ACADEMY/INSTRUCTION Cumming Dance Academy - pg. 20 770-781-4922 - www.CummingDanceAcademy.com
DECORATING/INTERIOR DESIGN Atlanta Interiors by Veronique - pg. 15 770-238-6597 - www.facebook.com/ AtlantaInteriorsByVeronique
DENTISTS /ORTHODONTICS Jordan Dentistry - pg. 27 770-888-6262 - www.JordanDentistry.com
EDUCATION /INSTRUCTION Huntington Learning Center - pg. 37 770-205-2800 - www.huntingtonlearningcenter.com
INSURANCE The Tyler Miers Agency - pg. 30 - State Farm
770-292-7000 - www.ForsythRadiotherapy.com Northside Hospital Forsyth - pg. 1 770-844-3200 -www.northside.com
Narendra Singh, MD - pg. 31 678-679-6800; 770-622-1622 - www.heartdrsingh.com
Obstetrics & Gynecology of Atlanta - pg.
770-888-0930 - www.doublecheckwithtyler.com
28 404252-1137 - www.obgynofatlanta.com
JEWELRY STORE Gems In Art - pg. 5
PRESSURE WASHING/ RESIDENTIAL&COMMERCIAL Creekview Pressure Washing - pg. 27
770-844-8005 - www.gemsinart.com
Lance’s Jewelry - pg. Back Cover, pg. 45 770-781-5500 - www.lancesjewelry.com
MARTIAL ARTS ATA Mende’s Martial Arts - pg. 25 770-886-8833 - www.mendesmartialarts.com
MASSAGE Massage Envy - pg. 29
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REAL ESTATE The Dinsmore Team - pg. 30 770-712-7789 - www.dinsmoreteam.com
RESTAURANTS /FOOD SERVICES Casa Nouva – pg. 19 770-475-9100 - www.casanuovarestaurant.com
678-208-0680 - Johns Creek 678-208-2888 - Cumming - www.MassageEnvy.com
Fresh ‘n Fit Cuisine - pg. 34
MORTGAGES Pam Wright - pg. 16
Lenny’s Sup Shop - pg. 44
404-445-1033 - Cell: 770-883-2015 Pam.Wright@onqfinancial.com
Norman’s Landing - pg.19
678-208-0341 - www.freshnfit.com 678-947-0336 - www.facebook.com/LennysAtlanta 770-886-0100 - www.normanslanding.com
PET ADOPTION/RESCUE Humane Society of Forsyth County - pg.14 770-889-1365; 770-887-6480 - www.forsythpets.org
PET SUPPLIES Rucker Pet - pg.Inside Front Cover Rucker Horse & Pet: 770-8447275 Rucker Pet & Wild Bird: 770-888-3130 Rucker Pet & Wild Bird in Suwanee: 770-886-5660 www.forsythpets.org
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