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Roswell Arts Festival Celebrating 51 Years
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A quarterback who can throw a football 82 yards under pressure is a great asset, unless the receiver is only 80 yards downfield. How often do we find ourselves thinking, “It touched his hands; he should’ve had that one,” when the fact is that he may have been exactly where he should’ve been, and the ball
Surround yourself with those who excite, motivate, educate and inspire you. Choose to be part of a team or group that will help you grow as an individual and/ or with those you can help mentor and lead. Each of us has certain abilities that can benefit others, within an organization or one-on-one. Discover a place that gives you something worth doing that feeds your spirit, moves your soul, and strengthens you and yours. Challenges can be beautiful things.
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Each of us becomes responsible for our personal leadership and making sure our actions are in line and in pace with our teammates. In anything you do, there will always be someone whose talents and strengths are different than yours, so aligning yourself with those who compliment your gifts is important. Keeping our mind open to learn from the skills of others allows us to grow.
was overthrown? Targets need to align. Sometimes, I find myself thinking that if I had pushed myself harder, cause and effect would have collided into success rather than my stumbling and fumbling. However, this is never truly an issue when I know in my heart that I did my absolute best. If each of us will do our part in our community, home, schools and family, nothing is out of our reach.
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Mary Akers, State Senator John Albers, Mike Bodker, Cyndi Braun, Michael Buckner, Michael Consoli, Guilherme Cantuaria, Kristi Estes, Lisa Ethridge, Hillary Gallagher, Annell Gerson, Paige Harriss, Kevin Head, Jessica Helms, Amanda Kossick, Jamie Mackrell, Chris Miller, Vishant Nath, Christy Noll, Phillip Robb, Mark Russell, Mark Tolbert
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When should I do furnace maintenance? When is it best to fix a problem? BEFORE it happens! Right?! The same is true for your HVAC system. If you are concerned about being without heat during the cold months of the winter, schedule a preventative maintenance appointment now, before the season begins, to prepare your furnace for the colder temperatures. A maintenance inspection will help you to address any minor repairs that could potentially lead to system failure during a time when you need your system the most. What is included in furnace maintenance? Typically, skilled technicians perform several inspections to evaluate how your system is performing. These often include (but are not limited to) changing the filter, testing thermostat operation, checking automatic controls, inspecting the wiring for any potential loose connections, checking the primary and
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secondary voltage of the system, cleaning the burners, testing all operating limits and safeties, lubricating parts as needed, checking carbon monoxide levels, inspecting the hot surface igniter, cleaning the flame sensor, checking the operation of the induced draft motor, inspecting the heat exchanger, checking the gas valve operation, inspecting flue condition and cleaning the blower motor. Is it worth the investment? At the end of the day, you must decide what makes the most sense financially for your family. However, with any major investment
you make, you should go the extra mile to take good care of it, so that you get the full value of your investment. The average cost of a new HVAC system can be anywhere between $4,000-$9,000. This is a considerable investment for any family, and maintenance is an essential component to ensure you get the best performance out of your system.
Jessica Helms is an executive assistant/ communications director for R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 770-9171795. RAndDMechanical.net
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Calendar SEPTEMBER Ongoing Alpharetta Farmers Market Each Saturday morning through October, shop local at the Alpharetta Farmers Market, featuring food vendors including produce, grass-fed meats, cheese, baked goods and more. 8:30am, 21 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. AlpharettaFarmersMarket.com
Artisans Market — Each Saturday through October, shop local at the Roswell Farmers Market, featuring local artists and locally grown produce, as well as other locally produced food items. 8:00am-12:00pm, City Hall, 38 Hill Street, Roswell. 404-492-9938. RoswellFam.com
Alpharetta Food Truck Alley — This weekly gathering (each Thursday through October 19) will have a variety of rotating food trucks, music and fun children’s activities. 5:00-9:00pm, parking available at 37 Old Roswell Street, Milton Center on Milton Avenue and 2 South Main Street, Alpharetta. 678-297-6000. Alpharetta.Ga.us ProAlliance 2017 — Each Wednesday,
September is World Alzheimer’s Month September 2017 will mark the sixth global World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia. The theme this year is “Remember Me,” which asks people to get involved by sharing either their favorite memories, or memories of a loved one, on social media.
enjoy the festivities on the front lawn. 7:30-9:30pm, Crazy Love Coffeehouse, 1088 Canton Street. 770-545-8228. VisitRoswellGa.com
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Homeschool Day — The Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau and “A Southern Trilogy: The Historic House Museums of Roswell” will host a Homeschool Day for homeschool students. Demonstrations and hands-on activities will be held, so students can experience life in the 1800s. 10:00am-3:00pm, Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive; Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue; Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta Street, Roswell. 770-640-3253. VisitRoswellGa.com
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Live Music on the Lawn — Live music will be performed by local artists. Bring blankets and/or chairs to
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enjoy casual networking and a light breakfast, and break into small groups for a powerful time of connecting. This format allows you to share information about your business/work in a nonthreatening environment, develop leads for potential new business, and help others reach their goals. 7:309:00am, 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Building 400, Suite 100, Alpharetta. 770-993-8806. GNFCC.com
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Grilling and Gridiron — Enjoy SEC matchups on a giant LED screen, grilling and other tailgating tastes, cornhole and children’s activities. Dress to impress in your favorite SEC school colors, reserve a table to decorate for your team, or just bring your stadium chairs, and come enjoy the southeastern football scene. 3:30-8:00pm, Old Roswell Street in downtown Alpharetta. 770-772-4555. AwesomeAlpharetta.com
Best Dog Trick. For people, there will be free food (while supplies last), while pets splurge on doggie treats. Pet care vendors will be present to demonstrate new products and educate dog owners about pet care. 11:00am-1:00pm, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. 678-5123200. JohnsCreekGa.gov
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Pup-a-Palooza — Bring your dogs and family to Johns Creek’s “PupA-Palooza.” This fun event features live music, caricature sketches of people with their furry BFFs and more. There are contests for Best Dressed Dog and
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National Grandparents Day — This holiday is celebrated the first Sunday after Labor Day. The purpose of the holiday is to commemorate and pay respect to grandparents, to recognize the important role older people can have on the lives of the young, and to give grandparents the opportunity to show love and support for their grandchildren.
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Sundays on the River Concert, featuring, Bob Bakert — Enjoy a night out with families and friends, and listen to the smooth jazz sounds of Bob Bakert and his six-piece band. 6:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org
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TechConnect — This event is designed for technology companies and techies who find value in growing a network with industry peers. The format provides an opportunity to make new friends, discuss your expertise, and highlight your business. You will also leave with everyone’s contact information. 7:30-9:00am, 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Suite 100, Building 400, Alpharetta. 770993-8806. GNFCC.com
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Multi-Chamber Luau Mixer — Join hundreds of chamber members from the Johns Creek, Gwinnett and Greater North Fulton Chambers of Commerce for a unique after-hours networking experience. 5:00-7:30pm, The Carl Black Club at Verizon Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. GNFCC.com
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Georgia Ensemble Theatre Presents Once on This Island — Georgia Ensemble Theatre starts off its 25th Silver Anniversary Season party with a smash hit Broadway musical. We are beckoned to the sunny and starlit Caribbean, where GET will bring the house down with a rousing Calypso-flavored score and highly charged dance from Atlanta’s most revered musical theatre director and choreographer, Ricardo Aponte. 8:00-10:00pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-3727. GET.org
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GriefShare Group — This is a biblically based, 12-week course designed to aid in the healing of grief from the loss of losing someone. 6:30-8:30pm, Roswell United Methodist, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Sanctuary (A) Building. 770-261-1741. RUMC.com/grief Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton
Corporate Eco Challenge — The Corporate Eco Challenge is a scavenger/Amazing Race-type event designed to provide Atlanta corporations with a team building opportunity that not only creates a fun atmosphere for strengthening teams, but also provides an environmental learning opportunity about one of Atlanta’s most precious resources, the Chattahoochee River and watershed. 12:00-4:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org
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Noon to Night Fall Fashion Benefit at Avalon — The night kicks off with a fashion show featuring Bert’s Big Adventure kids and Atlanta celebrities. Models will strut down the
infamous blue runway styled in brand new fall collections from Avalon’s renowned retailers – spanning day-to-evening wear looks. 6:00-10:00pm, Avalon, 2200 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta. 770-641-1260. ExperienceAvalon.com
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Special Needs Dance Social Under the Stars — Take part in an evening of pizza, drinks, DJ Sammy and lots of fun! Parents are encouraged to drop off young adults to enjoy the dance. 7:00-9:00pm, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. 404-374-3634. JohnsCreekGa.gov
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T.G.I.F Concert featuring, Divas — Divas will do a repeat performance of their sell-out show. Bring your own picnic, tablecloths, candles, etc. 8:00-10:00pm. Chukkar Farm Polo Club, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com
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Georgia Ensemble Theatre Presents The Jungle Book — Adapted from the book by Rudyard Kipling, this story finds a child lost in the jungle where he is adopted by Baloo the Bear, Bagherra the Panther, and all the beasts who live there. 11:00am, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-1260. GET.org continued on WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM
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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Presents Star Wars and More, the Music of John Williams — Principal POPS Conductor Michael Krajewski will lead this concert, featuring the very best of John Williams’ legendary film scores including pieces from Hook, Harry Potter and the Star Wars series. 8:00pm, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. 404733-5010. VZWAmp.com
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51st Annual Roswell Arts Festival — Entertainment featuring local singers and dance companies begins daily at noon. Children’s paintings, sand art, balloon animals and other activities are also available. The festival offers a variety of food trucks on site. 10:00am5:00pm, Historic Town Square, 610 Atlanta Street, Roswell. 770-640-3253. RoswellArtsFestival.com
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European Market on Milton Avenue — Have a European shopping experience, and purchase items such as hand-crafted jewelry, vintage home furnishings, home collectibles and art by local artisans. Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm, Sunday 11:00am5:00pm. Historic Downtown Alpharetta. EuropeanMarketOnMilton.com
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Outdoor Skills Day — Enjoy the outdoors, and learn some basic outdoor skills by canoeing, camping, cooking and more. 12:00pm-4:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org
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Josef Kote Artist Show — With his tranquil seascape/nautically-themed paintings, his cityscapes and figures, Kote embraces color, light and shadow with unique perspective. Friday & Saturday 6:009:00pm, Sunday 1:00-4:00pm. Vinings Gallery on Canton, 938 Canton Street, Roswell. 770-817-6674. ViningsGallery. com
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Milton Wine Festival — Milton Wine Festival will offer the finest wines from around the world. Each guest will receive a beautiful monogrammed glass for tasting, wine information and a Milton Wine Festival commemorative shirt. There will be music and a VIP area. This event will donate a portion of the proceeds to Children’s Charities. 6:008:00pm, Milton City Hall Community Plaza, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton. MiltonWineFestival.com
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September Equinox — The September equinox marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall. On or around this date, the day and night will be almost equal.
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Home by Dark Concert Series Featuring, Jenn Bostic & Ernie Halter — Nashville intimacy meets LA electricity as Home by Dark welcomes special guests Jenn Bostic and Ernie Halter for one perfect night. HBD’s
sublime house band enfolds two of America’s finest performing songwriters for an evening of captivating storytelling and original music. 8:00pm, Infinite Energy Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. 678-665-0040. HomeByDark.com
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live! — All three Southern Trilogy Historic House Museums will be participating in Smithsonian Magazine’s national event Museum Day Live! Admission to each house museum is FREE with a reserved ticket through Smithsonian Magazine’s website. The ticket must be presented (print-out or phone) to receive free admission into the homes. 10:00am-4:00pm. Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall & Smith Plantation, Roswell. SmithsonianMag.com/museumday/ museum-day-live-2017/
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Alpharetta Wedding Showcase — Now in its tenth year, the Alpharetta Wedding Showcase will feature over forty vendors such as photographers, wedding cake bakeries, DJ’s, formal wear shops, invitation specialists, florists and more. 1:00-4:00pm, The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. 678-297-2811. AwesomeAlpharetta.com
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Sunset Sips Featuring, Crooked Wits — This is a laid-back, family-friendly series. Grab a friend; bring a picnic dinner, and head over for live, local music and a cash bar. 6:30-9:30pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org
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Forks & Corks — North Fulton Community Charities is offering an annual fall fundraiser to raise funds and awareness to support the needs of local neighbors who have experienced an unexpected crisis and struggle to make ends meet. 7:00-10:00pm, Avalon Plaza. 678-387-4459. NFCCHelp.org
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Fall Native Plant Sale — Purchase beautyberries, azaleas, hazelnuts, buckeye ferns,
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Roswell Wine Festival — Take a leisurely stroll along Canton Street to sample wines from your favorite participating restaurants and businesses. 2:00-5:00pm, Canton Street, Roswell. 770-817-6674. RoswellArtsFund.org
5 27 foamflowers, groundcovers, evergreens, and a variety of butterfly-attractors in full bloom, plus veggies for your winter harvest. Horticulturists and master gardeners will be on site to answer all your plant questions. 10:00am-5:00pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattNatureCenter.org
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2017 Johns Creek Chamber Business Expo — Exhibitors make great use of their marketing budget, as over 1000 visitors walk through the Expo. Take advantage of connecting with new customers, growing your networking pipeline and finding valuable services and products your business needs. 10:00am4:00pm, Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek. 770-495-0545. JohnsCreekChamber.com
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Friends of NE/ Spruill Oaks Library Fall Sale — Friday 1:00-4:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm, Sunday 2:00-4:00pm, NE Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, 770-360-8820. FriendsOfSpruillOaks.org
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Salamander Tracking, Wonderful World of Wetlands — Project Salamander Tracker is a Citizen Science project to observe the local salamander population. These secretive creatures are small and usually remain hidden in wetlands. Come look under the coverboards, and identify species, measure size, and track the wetlands’ health and water quality. This is for ages 7+. 4:00-5:30pm, Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek. 678-366-3511. JohnsCreekGa.gov
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Scarecrow Harvest — Alpharetta’s downtown streets will be lined with over 100 scarecrows to celebrate its fall spirit. Join in on the FREE family entertainment that includes groovy country music, games of crowcornhole, hay rides, quirky face painting, historical demos, artsy activities, stimulating storytelling, yummy festival food and engaging inflatables. 10:00am-2:00pm, Milton Avenue, Alpharetta. 678297-6000. Alpharetta.ga.us
Keep the Art in Roswell — This is a special fundraising event that celebrates the artists and sculptures of ArtAround Roswell 2017 while raising funds to purchase more sculptures to remain in Roswell’s parks. 7:0010:00pm, Roswell River Landing, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell. 770-8176674. RoswellArtsFund.org
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Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival — Music will flow through the streets, as talented artists perform their own songs with soulful melodies, magnificent vocals and expressive lyrics while interacting with the audience. Listeners will learn the stories behind each song and may recognize some of the tunes that are played by their favorite musicians. FREE! 6:00-8:00pm at Avalon, 2200 Avalon Boulevard; 7:00-10:00pm. Downtown Alpharetta. 404-377-9900. WireAndWoodAlpharetta.com
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LIBRARY EVENTS GIRLS WHO CODE Sundays, 2:30pm, Alpharetta Girls Who Code is a national club created with one goal: to close the gender gap in technology. This club is open to girls in grades 6-12. Please RSVP to Marcia.Divack@fultoncountyga.gov to join.
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MOCK SAT EXAM September 9, 10:30am, Northeast/Spruill Oaks Register for a full-length, proctored, mock SAT, and afterwards, you’ll get detailed results that highlight your strengths and areas for growth, so that you can prepare for the real test. This is for ages 14-18. Registration is required. To register, go to Applerouth. com/signup, and enter the event code M255272, or email Laura.Hoefener@fultoncountyga.gov. ART CLUB FOR TEENS September 10, 2:30pm, Northeast/Spruill Oaks Teens will meet with an art instructor to learn new techniques, utilize various media and make unique pieces of art. This is for ages 12-18. Registration is required. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD September 12, 1:00pm, Alpharetta This is for adults only. Reservation is required. MAKING HEALTHY TRANSITIONS FOR WOMEN SUPPORT GROUP September 13, 10:00am, Northeast/Spruill Oaks This group is led by a certified life coach using a step-by-step, easy and concrete plan for exploring any lifestyle change. This is for adults only; registration is required. YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR BALANCE September 13, 1:00pm, Roswell Strategies that will keep you on your feet, your head up, and help you to avoid damaging falls. This is for adults only. ORGANIC GARDENING September 14, 6:30pm, Alpharetta This is an introduction to organic gardening techniques.
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NEW LANDSCAPE OF COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING September 16, 10:30-11:30am, Ocee The SAT now emphasizes reading and critical thinking while the ACT covers more math and science and emphasizes speed. Discuss strategies to minimize stress, and get your kids ready to hit their best scores. This is for ages 13+ and parents. No registration is required. TALES FOR TOTS September 18, 10:30-11:15am, Roswell Join the children’s librarian, Austin, for Monday morning story time for toddlers ages 2-4. SMALL, SMALL WORLD PRESCHOOL ART September 19, 10:30-11:30am, Ocee Travel around the globe as part of this Johns Creek Art Center’s learning adventure. It’s a multi-sensory learning experience for children ages 2-4 and their caregivers. Each session, participants embark on a 40-minute journey where they learn about children around the world through music, movement, art and literature. Advance registration is required. MAKING HEALTHY TRANSITIONS SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN September 20, 10:30am-12:00pm, East Roswell Join this free support group, for women, by women, with empowering and effective tools and results-oriented handouts used by successful professionals and businesses around the world. This is for adults only.
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COOKIES AND CRAFTS September 22, 3:30pm, Milton Stop by for a variety of cookies and creative arts projects. This is for ages 12+. HEALTHY, QUICK & EASY FALL DINNER RECIPES September 23, 12:00pm, East Roswell Join Chef Lynn Ware of Custom Gourmet Solutions to explore healthy fall dinner recipes that are quick and easy to prepare. Reservation is required. This is for adults only. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL September 26, 1:00pm, Alpharetta This is for adults only. Reservation is required. NAVIGATING COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WITH WENDY HAYES, COLLEGE ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR September 27, 6:30pm, Milton This discussion will help you understand the process of college admissions, begin to develop a plan for college applications/admissions and help relieve some of the anxiety surrounding the process. This is for ages 15+. FOREIGN FILMS September 28, 5:30pm, Alpharetta Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All are welcome. PUBLISHING CHILDREN’S BOOKS WORKSHOP September 30, 2:30pm, East Roswell This workshop covers the obstacles of publishing a children’s book. How to find an illustrator and the illustration process will also be discussed. Reservation is required. This is for adults only.
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Senate Bill 15 allows retired law enforcement officers to be issued a weapons carry license at no expense. Senate Bill 108 requires the maintenance of a women’s veterans clinic by the Department of Veterans Service. Senate Bill 109 establishes the Recognition of Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA), which allows interstate movement of EMS personnel. Additionally, this legislation creates the “Nurse Licensure Compact” and the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators.
his summer, over 100 bills went into effect as Georgia law. While there are certainly bills that made the headlines, there are also several bills that didn’t receive as much attention that you need to be aware of. Below is list of some of the laws that could directly affect you, your family or your neighbors. They were passed by both the Senate and House, were signed by Governor Deal, and went into effect on July 1:
These laws are now in effect, so please stay aware and informed about the changes that they signify. For a full overview and the entire list of legislation Governor Nathan Deal signed into law, please visit gov.georgia.gov/legislation/2017 While we didn’t accomplish everything I wanted during the 2017 legislative session, I am proud of our results. During the next few months leading up to the 2018 legislative session, I am working on a myriad of issues to continue to make Georgia the best place to live, work and play. I am very proud to report that we are the number one state in which to do business for the fourth year running, and we maintained our AAA bond rating. We have much to be proud of in Georgia!
Senate Bill 219 allows autonomous motor vehicles (also commonly referred to as “self-driving cars”) to be used in Georgia.
If you have any questions about these laws or the effect date of any other bills, please let me know. LL
House Bill 1, also known as the Georgia Space Flight Act, would allow for space flight in Georgia by limiting the tort liability for space flight activity operators. House Bill 37 requires that private, postsecondary institutions cannot adopt sanctuary policies. House Bill 49 updates licensure requirements for livestock dealers and livestock market operators by allowing the department to establish 3-year licenses. House Bill 87 allows annual registration for gov.georgia.gov/legislation/2017 businesses to be extended to three years. The registration process would still be handled by the secretary of state. House Bill 208 modifies license fees and requirements for obtaining hunting and fishing licenses in Georgia. If you regularly purchase hunting or fishing licenses, I would suggest reading this bill. House Bill 224 allows children of military service members who live on a military base or in military housing to choose any school to attend in their local school system.
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Senator John Albers represents the 56th Senate District, which includes portions of North Fulton County. 404-463-8055. SenatorAlbers.com, John.Albers@Senate.Ga.gov
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Kathy Swahn of Drake House Wins 2017 Nonprofit Leader of the Year Award The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) recently honored the many great nonprofits that make north Fulton such a great place to work and live. GNFCC is proud to celebrate and support nonprofit leaders in the community for their dedication to the service and welfare of others. The Nonprofit Leader of the Year award was created to honor these individuals for their extraordinary contributions on behalf of their organizations. This year’s winner was Kathy Swahn, executive director of The Drake House. Kathy is responsible for the organizational management, development and assets management for The Drake House, a crisis housing and empowerment program for local, homeless, single mothers and their minor children. Under her administration, the organization has grown the assets to include The Drake House, a sixteen-unit apartment complex; three Drake Closet resale boutiques, located in Roswell, Alpharetta and Sandy Springs; and the recent acquisition of The Drake Village, a sixteen unit, affordable apartment community serving successful Drake House graduates.
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Community Northside Hospital Offers New Diagnostic Imaging Tool for Detection, Staging and Restaging of Rare Neuroendocrine Tumors A new tool available at Northside Hospital aims to help doctors find disease that they were unable to see before. According to the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation, more than 12,000 American people are diagnosed with neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) each year. Most NETs are not harmful. They often form in the intestine, pancreas or lungs, but sometimes trigger a rare form of cancer that can be difficult to diagnose with current imaging techniques. The Northside Hospital Cancer Institute is one of the largest and most respected providers of cancer care services in the southeast and treats more than 300 newly diagnosed cases of NETs each year. The hospital is one of only a handful in the southeast to offer NETSPOT®, a product recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the preparation of Gallium-68 (Ga-68) dotatate for PET/CT (positron emission tomography – computed tomography) imaging. Combined with PET/CT imaging, which offers higher resolution,
three-dimensional and more rapid imaging than other imaging technologies, NETSPOT® gives doctors a better picture of the disease and what they must treat. Patients who are diagnosed with NETs early have a better chance of beating or managing the disease. NETSPOT® is currently available at Northside Hospital imaging centers in Atlanta, Cumming, Decatur, Fayetteville and Lawrenceville.
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Grant Allows Meals on Wheels to Provide Pet Food
According to Meals on Wheels America, seniors with pets are less likely to exhibit depression, report feelings
of loneliness or experience illness. However, owning a pet can become a financial burden to seniors on a fixed income. Often, a devoted animal lover will feed their hungry pet before they feed themselves. Enter Meals on Wheels Loves Pets – a grant program from Meals on Wheels America aimed to help ease the cost of pet ownership and keep pets and seniors together. Senior Services North Fulton, a nonprofit that has been supporting older adults in the north Fulton community since 1991, was honored to receive a $2,500 grant from Meals on Wheels America to help grow this important program. Volunteers meet the first Friday of every month at the Senior Services North Fulton office in Alpharetta to sort 30 days’ worth of pet food and deliver it to clients. Michelle Williams is the volunteer program manager and oversees the Meals on Wheels for Pets program. “We started the program in 2013 and currently deliver food to 74 pets,” said Williams. “These pets are the only family some of our clients have. Without the support of this program, many of these animals would end up in local shelters.” To donate or learn more information on the programs offered through Senior Services North Fulton, visit SSNorthFulton.org, or call 770-993-1906.
MasterChef Junior Winner Honored by Hometown Rising seventh-grader and Milton resident Jasmine Stewart was recently proclaimed the winner of season 5 of MasterChef Junior on FOX. Roughly 5,000 children, ages eight to thirteen, applied and participated in an open-casting call for the show. Out of that applicant pool, only 500 were selected to audition, and Jasmine was among those. Following her top-forty selection, Jasmine would go on to compete and win the competition with a three-course meal that featured an appetizer of scallops and white fish, a lobster and coconut curry main dish and a signature sticky rum cake with pineapple chips. Jasmine has plans to create her own cookbook and hopes to one day have her own cooking show. For now, she is looking forward to returning to the Ron Clark Academy in the fall and plans to join Milton firefighters in the kitchen during the city’s annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa at Station 43 on Dec. 9. Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton
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Community Fly Fishing in Roswell Dutch Earle is the past president of the Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited, vice president of the Georgia Council of Trout Unlimited, and on the board of directors of the Chattahoochee Nature Center. When Dutch moved to Roswell, he selected a subdivision on Riverside Road, across the street from the Chattahoochee River, where the Georgia Department of Natural Resources stock trout on a regular basis. He quickly developed “a passion and an interest” for fly fishing. Here is what Dutch had to say about the sport in Roswell. What draws people to fly fishing in the Chattahoochee? It is not necessary to go into the North Georgia Mountains because we have a unique and productive trout stream running through Roswell. In fact, the “Hooch” has experienced natural reproduction of brown trout for the past dozen years, and the Department of Natural Resources predominately stocks it with rainbow trout. That says volumes about the good health of the river. An unlimited amount of people can fish in the Chattahoochee. From Buford Dam at Lake Lanier down to south of Atlanta, there are around 38 river miles of designated trout water. What do you need to begin fly fishing? Dutch says, “Equipment can be very specialized and expensive,” but you don’t need a lot of equipment to start out. A combination fly rod kit from a local sporting goods store is inexpensive and will do the job. The Chattahoochee River is the perfect place to fly fish for beginners and pros alike. Trout Unlimited named it a Blue Ribbon trout stream, making it one of the top 100 streams in America! Kayaking and fly fishing out of the kayak is also a fun activity for the entire family to enjoy! For more information on fly fishing in Roswell, visit UCCTU.org.
Successful enAble of Georgia Foundation, Inc. Wine Event Fundraiser! Recently, enAble of Georgia Foundation, Inc. had a great wine auction event at Bentley Atlanta. A fabulous time was had by over 120 guests who enjoyed wine, food, auction and fun! The wine tasting tables were a hit, and the event raised over $80,000.00 for the individuals who are supported by enAble of Georgia’s programs! Thanks to the inspiring generosity and enthusiasm of those in attendance, the revenue raised was DOUBLE the amount of last year’s during their Fund-A-Need portion of the evening, which raised over $20,000! enAble is grateful to everyone who donated, supported and volunteered for the event. Their next fundraising event is a Golf & Tennis Tournament on October 16 at White Columns. For more information, please visit enAbleGa.org, or call 770-664-4347.
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ArtAround Roswell — A Museum Without Walls in Roswell’s Parks There’s wonderful art to discover in Roswell’s parks! From whimsical to witty, realistic to representative, ten new sculptures are featured in ArtAround Roswell, a sculpture tour now in its second year. The stories behind each of the sculptures — plus a tour map and audio tour — can be found at ArtAroundRoswell.org. These ten sculptures are in addition to two sculptures that remain on the tour from last year: Smoke, by Marc Moulton, was purchased by the Roswell Wine Festival and remains in Roswell Town Square; Oak Leaf Triptych, by Jim Gallucci, was purchased by the Roswell Arts Fund and remains in Roswell Area Park. The tour also features a unique gift of art from a Russian artist: Sky Maintenance, by Dima Alekseev, is suspended from the Hwy. 400 Bridge at Don White Park. ArtAround Roswell is a partnership between the City of Roswell and the Roswell Arts Fund. Since early last year, ArtAround Roswell has been transforming the city’s parks into a museum without walls, introducing public art to residents and visitors of all ages. The nine-month long exhibition showcases sculptures with a variety of styles, types and sizes, all on loan from the artists who created them. Roswell Arts Fund is leading a Keep the Art! campaign to raise funds to keep at least one or more of this year’s sculptures in the city. If you’d like to make a donation, please visit ArtAroundRoswell.org or contact Board@roswellartsfund.org.
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The Importance of Exposing Your Children
TO THE ARTS
By Christy Noll
The benefits of exposing our children to the arts are boundless. Not only does art enrich our culture, it exposes us to emotions that may be challenging and thought-provoking. Children learn to discover and use their imagination through art, and with our guidance, they learn to appreciate art as well. One’s exposure to art can develop critical thinking, which is an important life skill. Research suggests it’s important to expose children to art from birth to age three because they’re in the prime stages of development. Additionally, educating students beyond reading, writing and math teaches them to be creative thinkers and to experience the world differently.
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“Older kids begin to notice that art has meaning beyond the images themselves. As they observe the feelings and emotions that works of art evoke, they will see how art can be a way of expression for themselves, too. Studies show that exposure to great art increases a child’s verbal ability, expressiveness, reasoning and logical thinking, and leads to philosophical questioning, as a child seeks interpretation and understanding,” (MontessoriForEveryone.com). Art stimulates perception and both sides of the brain. Kids who make art have been proven to read better and have higher grades in science and math. Art helps kids to use their senses, express themselves at school and improve self-esteem. It also develops hand/eye coordination and encourages kids to give more attention to the physical space around them. Art teaches kids to think more openly, to ask questions, and that there’s more than one solution for a problem.
Additionally, art nourishes the soul and brings cultural resources into the classroom. Kids learn to make something without judging the outcome before it happens. They learn the satisfaction of completing a job in a satisfying way. Finally, children will learn the importance of giving and receiving constructive criticism. They can analyze something and learn how to look at the good and bad aspects of any work. This teaches children important analytical skills. As you can see, art teaches many important skills that come into play for the rest of a child’s life.
Christy Noll is founder of AlpharettaMoms.org, a resource that connects North Fulton families with community organizations, programs and events.
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It’s Easy to Ignore Signs of
Gynecological (GYN) Cancers By Dr. Guilherme Cantuaria
Women do it all: raise children, work, care for elderly parents and family members, run a household — and so much more. But while they’re so busy taking care of everyone else, they’re not always taking care of themselves. That’s why it’s important to listen and be aware of your body, especially when it is telling you something is a little off.
Women need to have annual well-woman visits, including regular pelvic exams, in an effort to detect disease at its earliest stage.
Figure out what is normal for you. What is normal for one woman is not always the same as what’s normal for another. Then, listen.
The only cancer the Pap test screens for is cervical cancer, the fourth most common type of cancer in women. It does not screen for ovarian, uterine, vaginal or vulvar cancers. So, even if you have a Pap test, see your doctor annually. If you have symptoms that last for two weeks or longer and are not normal to you, make an appointment, and discuss your concerns. It may be nothing to worry about, but find out for sure.
Your body may be saying, • “I have pain and pressure in my abdomen.” • “I feel persistent bloating for no good reason.” • “I’m spotting, but I’m postmenopausal.” • “I have to go to the bathroom more often and more urgently than usual.” • “I get full too fast.” These symptoms could simply be a mild inconvenience. But if these symptoms are not going away, they may be signs of a gynecological cancer, like cervical, ovarian or endometrial (uterine). Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in a woman’s reproductive organ.
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A Pap test can detect cervical cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Pap tests can also detect precancerous cells that can be removed to prevent cervical cancer altogether.
All women are at risk for gynecologic cancers, and risk increases with age. In addition, certain types of cancer such as ovarian and endometrial may have a genetic link. When gynecologic cancers are found early, treatment is most effective.
Guilherme Cantuaria, M.D., PhD., FACOG, is a principal investigator of Georgia NCI Community Oncology Research Program at Northside Hospital Cancer Institute and is an expert in gynecologic (GYN) cancers. 404-531-4444. Northside.com.
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Is My Tree
Dangerous? By Mark Russell
Defining the overall risk profile of a tree requires measuring the following four variables:
1. Time - Time is the number one variable linked to risk. Will the tree fall in the next two minutes? Probably not. Will the tree fall in the next 200 years? Almost guaranteed. To accurately define the risk of a tree, you must first define the time period of the assessment. Typically, tree risk assessors will work between one and five years. Trees are living organisms, and their strengths can change relatively quickly. This is why it’s recommended that your trees be assessed once a year. Keeping an eye on your everchanging, urban canopy will lower your risk of a failure-plus-impact event happening.
2. Target - What is the target? Is it a house? A person? A garage? A fence? The important part about defining targets is that you don’t blend targets together in the assessment of the risk. For example, if you look at a tree and worry that it might hit a house, then you’re defining the risk for the house and Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton
not for the people inside the house. Our minds might try to blend these together, but to remain pure to the data, we must separate them to ascertain the true risk profile for each target identified. As a side note, the risk profile of a house is greater because a house’s exposure is constant. Houses can’t pick up and move during a storm. People can see storms coming and take the necessary precautions, which lowers their risk profile.
3. Causality, Defect Plus Load/ Force - First, an arborist will look for weak spots within a tree such as codominant trunk structures, heavy lean, trunk decay, soil erosion, wind exposure, etc. Secondly, the arborist will combine this weak link in the system with the type of force applied to the tree. Examples of this force could be the average regional weather conditions, which is the most popular, but it could also include extreme weather such as tornadoes or hurricanes. It’s important to note whether these extreme conditions are included within the assessment because they can dramatically change the risk profile.
4. Consequence - Finally, establishing a tree’s risk requires both an assessor and tree risk manager. The assessor presents the data to the manager, who manages the risk by deciding the consequence of a failure-plusimpact event occurring. Consequences are different for everyone. Some people would consider dealing with an insurance claim and rebuilding a roof/room a severe consequence, whereas someone who might have been planning to build an addition onto his/ her house might actually welcome the influx of money from the insurance claim because they were going to do the work anyway. Want more info on tree risk? Visit 770Arborist.com/tree-services/treerisk-assessment/ to view an informative video.
Mark Russell is an I.S.A. Certified Arborist and the owner of 770-Arborist Tree Health Care in Canton. 770-272-6747. 770Arborist.com
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Community Partners
Ignite, inspire, impact: the Roswell Arts Fund’s tagline aptly describes its mission and proven ability to execute on a vision quickly and successfully. The Roswell Arts Fund is a powerful voice and advocate for the arts and has strong collaborative relationships with the City of Roswell. An independent, 501(c) (3) non-profit corporation, the Fund was founded to strengthen the scope of public arts in the city and to champion the ability of the arts to excite the imagination, strengthen public places and encourage conversation. The Fund’s focus is on making Roswell a destination for the arts and expanding the opportunities for regional residents and visitors to experience the arts. Here’s how they do this: • Investing strategically in public art and exploring opportunities to enrich the arts community • Cultivating a culture of philanthropy and identifying revenue sources to drive its initiatives • Forging meaningful and collaborative relations between artists, art organizations, creative industries, and business and political leaders.
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• ArtAround Roswell
• Bucket Brigade for Fire Station
(ArtAroundRoswell.org) is a sculpture tour sponsored by the Roswell Arts Fund and the City of Roswell, now in its second year. The sculpture tour features ten works of art, on loan to the city by their artists, that are on display in selected Roswell parks through December 2017. Two sculptures from the 2016 tour were purchased and will remain permanently as gifts to the city: Smoke by Marc Moulton, purchased by the Roswell Wine Festival, located in the Roswell Town Square, and Oak Leaf Triptych by Jim Gallucci, purchased by Roswell Arts Fund, located in Roswell Area Park.
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#4, which honors firefighters with a tribute to the history of firefighting, was installed in April 2017; its selection and installation was coordinated by the Roswell Arts Fund in collaboration with the City of Roswell. Roswell’s Public Art Master Plan outlines a strategic plan and community-wide vision for how public art can be integrated in Roswell. A Performance Arts
Oak Leaf Triptych by Jim Gallucci
Bucket Brigade at Fire Station #4 by Peter Reiquam
• Roswell Arts Fund’s website (RoswellArtsFund.org) is designed to become an online “all arts” destination for Roswell, featuring a calendar of monthly events and an arts directory open to all artists and arts-related businesses, organizations, and services who are creating, performing, or doing business in Roswell. It also includes a blog and other arts-related news.
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Feasibility Study (Phase I) was completed in May and underscores the need and strong interest for a multiuse theatre in the heart of Roswell. Coming soon, Phase II will clarify the ideal size, location and funding opportunities. If you are passionate about the arts and share Roswell Arts Fund’s vision for public art to celebrate history, enrich the present, and shape the future, you’re invited to get involved. Whether you’d like to contribute, volunteer, stay connected, or sponsor an initiative, please contact Board@roswellartsfund.org.
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Crawling An Essential Childhood Milestone By Kristi Estes
Additionally, crawling helps develop tolerance of different textures on hands, such as grass, carpet and sand. Some studies have correlated children who did not crawl as infants with things such as ADHD, sensory processing disorder, dyslexia and/or poor coordination.
Often times, we as therapists, hear parents rave about their child’s early walking skills. Although it is something to be excited about, one question I always ask is whether this child ever crawled. Yes, walking is a great milestone, but crawling provides such a basis for so many other things in a child’s life. A child should begin crawling around 9-11 months. With everyone so concerned about SIDS, parents often do not give children enough tummy time, which, in turn, does not allow for development of strength on the stomach or in the hands and knees position (a precursor to crawling).
It’s recommended to encourage tummy time, and encourage your child to crawl as much as possible. Placing children on their tummies can lead to the natural progression of hands and knees, rocking on hands and knees, moving to kneeling on knees, pulling to stand, standing, then walking. Placing things out of reach of your child so they have to visually regard something, then move towards the object, is one way to encourage this process. Placing a baby over a Boppy® pillow or a parent’s leg to help promote pushing through arms is a good starting point when a baby is very young.
Crawling is SO important. The repetitive movement of alternating left and right sides stimulates parts of the brain important for learning, memory, comprehension and attention. Crawling also helps with balance, hand/eye coordination, visual motor development and spatial relations (the child moves in the direction of a desired object and around obstacles) and binocular vision development (looking forward then back at hands).
Not all children who skipped crawling will have learning or sensory issues, but many do. Occupational and physical therapists work with babies in helping them learn to crawl and walk, and also school-age children, if learning or sensory issues emerge.
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Kristi Estes is an occupational therapist and co-owns In Harmony Pediatric Therapy with Jennifer Puckett. 770-345-2804. InHarmonyPediatricTherapy.com
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Mayor’s Minute
By Mayor Mike Bodker
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s 2017 continues to move along, the City Council and staff continue to push forward with decisions and plans designed to transform Johns Creek’s future into an even more exceptional, premier residential community.
With the construction of five new parks, the refurbishment of our four existing parks, and increased recreational opportunities within our community, our goal is to keep pace with the growing and changing needs of residents.
With the significant acquisitions of park land last year and the most recent land purchase in June, available park land inventory has grown to more than 400 acres. This exceptional effort was to take advantage of opportunities to purchase valuable and vanishing raw land in Johns Creek for all citizens to enjoy. Following the City Council’s vote to proceed, the City staff is currently working with outside contractors to develop construction designs for the pocket parks at State Bridge Road and Bell and Boles Road; the Morton Road neighborhood park, and the linear park in Technology Park. Each of these mini-parks will have a unique personality, activities and reference to the surrounding area.
Another critical area that’s always in our focus is how best to mitigate traffic congestion in Johns Creek. It has remained the number one issue in recent years, as surrounding municipalities continue rapid growth.
Our sixth new park, Quail Hollow, adjoins Cauley Creek. Combined, this creates more than 190 acres along the Chattahoochee River near the Abbotts Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area to our parks system. This represents a unique opportunity to carefully plan for both active and passive recreation and to make the best use of the land for all citizens. Moving forward, we expect to take additional time to develop a concept for public review before proceeding with construction documents. We’ll walk hand-in-hand with citizens to plan our parks, so your input is instrumental. We’ll be sure to keep you informed via Facebook, Twitter, and NextDoor, as well as through other communication channels. The City also continues its work in coordination with the City of Duluth on the historic Rogers Bridge restoration project across the Chattahoochee River. Once complete, the new bridge will connect park facilities for pedestrians and cyclists. 22
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With this in mind, the City Council made the decision last fall to develop a series of traffic mitigation, or TSPLOST projects ( JohnsCreekGa.gov/Residents/Public-Works/ About-TSPLOST), which are geared toward providing relief to residents as the top priority. There are no plans that have been finalized at this stage. As with our parks plans, your involvement and feedback will help steer our final decisions toward the best-balanced outcome. We also intend to coordinate each of our projects with neighboring municipalities to help ensure traffic flows as efficiently and safely as possible. The exact timing of the projects has yet to be set, so we encourage you to continue to provide your feedback for each of the projects ( JohnsCreekGa.gov/Residents/PublicWorks/TSPLOST). Be sure to visit JohnsCreekGa.gov regularly to stay on top of all developments. L
Mike Bodker is the mayor of Johns Creek. 678-512-3200. Mike.Bodker@JohnsCreekGa.gov, JohnsCreekGa.gov.
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Beauty is in the Eye(lid) of the Beholder By Philip K. Robb, M.D. The upper and lower eyelids harbor the thinnest skin on the human body. Thin skin results in less elastin, collagen and subcutaneous fat. Because of these characteristics, the eyelids are one of the first areas to reveal signs of aging. These signs of aging in an area so critical for communication and connection can change the way we are perceived by others and even the way we view ourselves. Patterns reveal that when we look in the mirror and see tired, saggy eyes staring back at us, we feel more tired, less interested, less beautiful, which ultimately results in less confidence.
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As early as our thirties and forties, the skin of the upper eyelid can begin to fold over and crowd the eye as redundant skin develops. This excess skin creates hooding that can sit on our eyelashes, which makes our eyes look smaller, less inviting, disinterested and fatigued. Slightly unique from the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids change by the weakening of support for the fat that surrounds the eye; this allows the fat to fall or herniate forward, which creates an unwanted bulge under our eye that, in turn, creates shadows and dark circles, further communicating our exhaustion. The eyelid procedures used to correct these issues generally remove 10-15 years from your appearance! Eyelid surgery is often the most effective way to rejuvenate your looks and create a fresh, attentive and well-rested look.
The best news is that eyelid surgery is quick, well tolerated, and inexpensive when compared to other rejuvenation procedures. Each pair takes about 45 minutes, and the results last a lifetime. Office-based procedures can be advantageous, as it removes the risks of general anesthesia and eliminates the postoperative hangover. If preferred, eyelid procedures can also be performed in a surgery center. The cost of cosmetic eyelid surgery ranges from $2000-3500, depending on what needs to be accomplished. Each case is customized based on the desires of the patient and the anatomical challenges presented.
Dr. Robb is a board-certified head, neck and reconstructive facial plastic surgeon at Robb Facial & Plastic Reconstructive Sugery, 3400 Old Milton Parkway, Building C, Suite 570, Alpharetta. 470-336-1850. RobbFacialPlastics.com
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et Choices To You bring the restaurant to your home or office and make your life a whole lot easier! If you’ve ever wondered where the best restaurant delivery is near you, they have you covered. Choices To You lets you pick takeout food from some of the best restaurants in your area. Craving Italian? Mexican? Chinese? Start browsing menus, and try their excellent restaurant delivery service. You can sit back; think of what kind of food you’d like; type in your zip code, and start browsing menus! Your hot meal will be at your door in no time.
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How it Works
3. Pay for your order, and you’ll have your food within 50 to 60 minutes.
Additionally, Choices To You works with a variety of non-profit charities because they believe in giving back, so they wanted to make it easy for you to do the same. They’ll give you the option to donate a portion of your bill to one of the charities they work with. Now you can feed your belly and your heart!
We all love great food, but we’re too busy to spend time in the kitchen or don’t want to go out to eat. In just a few clicks, Choices To You restaurant delivery service can have a wonderful meal on its way to your door! It’s the no-hassles, no-stress, no-cooking way to get dinner on the table for your family.
Choices To You has the large selection of menus everyone wants. They can cater your next big office meeting, and they will bring everyone’s choices from various restaurants. For more information, visit ChoicesToYou. com, or call 678-765-8989 for the best food delivery in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton and Roswell.
1. Enter your information at ChoicesToYou.com 2. Select a restaurant from the list.
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“
OV ” Over, Lightning! By Michael Buckner
In the southeastern U.S., we incur more surges into our home than any other region of the country. This year has had far more than its fair share of storms, and therefore — surges. While most people think that lightning surges come into the home through the power lines, more often, they come in through the phone, cable TV (or satellite), or the internet. These are called low voltage lines. The good thing is, at least 75% of the time, you can prevent the major damage caused by surges. On one hand, a direct hit of lighting to your home is always going to destroy stuff, but rarely does lightning actually hit your home. Usually, it hits something nearby, which
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sends the spike through the lines running into your home. These can be prevented with a metal oxide varistor (MOV). When placed in-line on your incoming low voltage lines, MOV’s are selfsacrificing devices that take the punch for your home. Think of them like the secret service member who is required to take a bullet for the president. It’s important to put a MOV on every incoming line, or else the lightning will zap whatever is vulnerable. The good news is that the MOVbased surge protectors are relatively inexpensive. Unlike the high-voltage, whole-home surge protectors that can cost several hundred dollars, the
average low-voltage surge protector is around $99. And while there are several companies that make variations of these protectors, there are some that are better than others because they also focus on getting an incoming surge safely to a grounded spot. Thus, the heat, and entire electrifying event, is minimized. So, if you haven’t ever focused on low-voltage surge protection in your home, there’s no time like the present. You don’t want to be caught off guard during the next storm.
Michael Buckner is owner of Audio Intersection, a provider of audio and video in Georgia. 770-479-1000. AudioIntersection.com
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COVER STORY By Cyndi Braun
A High-Tech Practice with a Down-to-Earth Atmosphere When you or a member of your family are injured or in pain, the last thing you want to do is travel far for relief, or spend weeks finding the right specialist to help you. Families in the surrounding downtown Crabapple community now have pain relief close to home where they will be treated by an esteemed and accomplished physical therapist with a proven record for getting results. 28
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Kim Chastain, a doctor of physical therapy, has earned recognition and respect from physicians and patients over the past 23 years while in private practice in Cobb and Cherokee counties as well as with various leadership positions. Having earned high trust from the medical community, Georgia’s largest hospital healthcare system reached out to Dr. Chastain to be the executive director of their new outpatient rehabilitation division. After partnering with them in 2012 through acquisition of her company, OrthoSport Physical Therapy, Dr. Chastain developed a strategic plan and subsequently greatly expanded their outpatient rehabilitation footprint in Georgia. Not long after accomplishing that mission, Dr. Chastain found that she missed treating patients and the autonomy of private-practice life. She took several months to search for the right “hometown atmosphere” before deciding to go back into private practice. “I found the right fit in this friendly and emerging community of downtown Crabapple, a community that my family has patronized for twenty years. Downtown Crabapple is close to my home, and the residents are forward-thinking in their family community planning. Our doctors and our son’s school are here because we’re very happy with the family resources that are provided,” said Dr. Chastain.
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Dr. Chastain said her dream is to “help as many families as I can in the Crabapple area until I’m old and my hands are worn out!” She was so set on opening her practice in Crabapple, that she waited for months for a space to become available. When a sign was posted that one last office building was being built next to the new Milton City Hall, she called immediately. “I am really looking forward to being here every day and getting to know the families of the Crabapple community,” Dr. Chastain stated. During her 31 years as an orthopedic physical therapist, Dr. Chastain has become an invaluable resource for her patients. Her curious, empathetic and resourceful nature is what sets her apart from other therapists. “There are so many hands-on and high-tech tools that I can use to help patients in the majority of cases. I never get tired of learning, and I never give up on my patients,” she said. To stay current with evidence-based physical therapy, Dr. Chastain is an avid reader. Her mission is to provide treatment that will address what the patient states their goals are for therapy. Too often, patients are over- or under-treated only to reinjure a month later. So, Dr. Chastain strives to always choose the right techniques and tools, for the right amount of time, rather than try to fix what “ain’t broken.” She said, “I must be a genuine and attentive listener for my patients. As a patient myself, I only return to a health practitioner when I feel that they really listened, understood what I needed and had a real solution for me. So, I live for those wonderful moments when a look of hope appears on my patient’s face. They know when the right questions are being asked and when I’m on the right track to provide them with relief.” Pain and loss of physical ability is debilitating and often negatively affects the patient’s entire family. Patients desperately want relief and are often exhausted from pain and Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton
long-term medications. They miss out on work and memory-making opportunities with friends and loved ones. So, when Dr. Chastain is successful in helping a patient, it actually helps the entire family. Most of us can relate to that. “It’s frustrating for me when patients tell me how much unnecessary and painful treatment they’ve endured over months and years. There’s a better way, which is why research shows that before surgery or injections, quality physical therapy should be a patient’s first stop when faced with pain, injury or loss of physical ability,” Dr. Chastain said.
sports injuries, arthritis, loss of balance with falls, or post-surgical pain or limitations, Dr. Chastain’s extensive skill set with modern technology is a true asset for her patients. “I have equipped my practice with many ‘hi-tech’ tools. We have the newest aquatic therapy technology with a multi-directional treadmill with many bells and whistles; the most powerful Lightforce® Laser available for fast pain relief to any small or large body part; a computerized medical balance system for all ages, and the only researchbased, computerized, low back testing and strengthening machine called the MedX®,” Dr. Chastain explained. The Lightforce® Laser produces superior pain relief results for new onset or chronic pain of the joints and muscles. Crabapple Physical Therapy is the only physical therapy provider of LightForce® Laser Therapy in the north Fulton area. Dr. Chastain is also certified in dry needling, which is another strong pain relief tool that uses very fine acupuncture needles. Crabapple Physical Therapy is designed for patients of every pain level, so that they can succeed without fear of
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increased pain with treatment. Crabapple PT treats patients of all ages with orthopedic and neurological issues, work injuries, athletic injuries, new onset or chronic pain, pre- and post-surgical issues, and older adults with balance issues or a history of falling. Dr. Chastain also treats neuropediatric patients with coordination, balance and physical challenges commonly seen with children on the autism spectrum. “People ask me where my passion for PT comes from, and I answer with a patient story,” Dr. Chastain said, as she described treating a gospel singer who had lost her ability to sing due to a severe neck injury. After being discharged, the patient stopped by to give Dr. Chastain her new CD that she was able to record without pain. “Moments like that are why I’m back in private practice. When I can make a difference, it’s food for my soul, and that’s something that I want to experience every day.”
Kim Chastain BS, PT, DPT, Cert. DN, is the Founder and CEO of Crabapple Physical Therapy. Kim is a 1986 graduate from Hunter College in NY and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2010. She is also Certified in dry needling and has been board-certified in orthopedics with the American Physical Therapy Association for twenty years.
Crabapple Physical Therapy is currently accepting and scheduling new patients and is officially open the 2nd week of September. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit CrabapplePT.com, or call 770-686-3700. You can also email questions or inquiries to Kim: Kim@crabapplept.com
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Book Review
of neglectful, abusive conditions, she most likely also caused the deaths of over 500.
BY ANNELL GERSON
Fans of Orphan Train, Invention of Wings, One Thousand White Women, and other historical fiction novels that reveal little known events in the archives of American history, need look no further for their next MUST read. Lisa Wingate’s new novel, Before We Were Yours, is an unforgettable fictionalized story based on the true account of the Tennessee Children’s Home Society (TCHS) and Georgia Tann, a woman who, between 1920 and 1948, kidnapped and sold, under the guise of “adoption,” over 5,000 children. Because
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Before We Were Yours is told through the eyes of Rill Foss, a young child in 1939, and Avery Stafford, a present-day young attorney from a powerful South Carolina family. In 1939, Rill and her four younger siblings are living on their parents’ shanty boat on the Mississippi River in Memphis, Tennessee. Due to complications during childbirth, the children are left on the boat under the watch of a friend while their parents seek medical help in town. The Foss children, most with beautiful blonde hair, are prime candidates for Tann’s blackmarket enterprise. When Avery, who’s on the fast track to take over her father’s senate seat, meets May Crandall at a nursing home in Aiken, SC, a picture in May’s room reminds Avery of her grandmother. Curiosity leads her to investigate May’s life, and thus begins a journey through a longhidden family history. Readers follow the
longstanding prestige and reputation of the Stafford family alongside the defenseless Foss siblings. Tann did place some children living in deplorable, dangerous and abusive conditions into loving and financially secure homes, but mostly, with the help of corrupt officials, she seized children, some literally off the front porch of their homes, leaving parents grief-stricken, without due process, or the financial means to fight to get their children back. Though Before We Were Yours reveals a notorious scandal in American History, it is also a novel of hope, the power of family, and the healing derived from truth.
Annell Gerson is co-owner of Bookmiser bookstore, with locations in Roswell and East Cobb. 770-993-1555. Bookmiser.net
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F ur Time Management Tips Every Student Needs By Mark Tolbert
School can be demanding enough, but when you add extracurricular activities into the mix, it’s easy to pack the schedule to the point that there’s little time left. As parents, we want our children to have opportunities to explore and try new things, but it’s important to remember that school is building the foundation for your child’s future. Here are several tips to help students build a successful future: Embrace the art of time management. Students should maintain three schedules: a master schedule, a weekly schedule and a daily schedule. The master schedule includes all classes for a semester and important dates like test and project due dates. The weekly schedule maps regular, fixed obligations and activities like sleeping, eating, school, study time and extracurricular activities, and
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the daily schedule is the plan for each day. Time management is a critical life skill that is best learned early to avoid procrastination and wasted time. Prioritize. If weeknights at your house are a chaotic rush to a variety of places and commitments, you may need to reevaluate what’s on your daily calendar. Ask the hard questions: What are your child’s top few activities? Which ones offer the greatest benefits? Which cause the most stress? Identify time wasters. Have your child write down the things that throw him or her off course the most as well as any ideas on how to avoid such distractions. Common pitfalls include social media, smartphones and television. It’s critical that children understand that when they stick to a schedule, they’ll accomplish
more — and will have more time for what they want to do. Make time for what really matters. No one can sustain constant productivity, with no downtime, without feeling the negative effects. Encourage your child to embrace good habits — studying in blocks of time, taking frequent breaks and getting sufficient sleep — and make time for friends, family and exercise. Neglecting these things will cause a range of problems and may hurt your child’s academic performance and motivation.
Mark Tolbert is executive director of Huntington Learning Center in Alpharetta. 678-240-9221. Alpharetta.HungtingtonHelps.com
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Jicama-Mango Slaw Dressing Ingredients • ½ cup sugar • 1 cup light brown sugar • 2 tablespoons mustard powder • 1 tablespoon kosher salt • 1 tablespoon black pepper • 1 cup vegetable oil • 1.5 cups white wine vinegar • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1 tablespoon sriracha Jicama-Mango Slaw Dressing Procedure - In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, and whisk until smooth, and the sugar is dissolved.
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Jicama-Mango Slaw Ingredients • 2 cups jicama (julienned) • 1 cup mango (julienned) • ½ cup red bell pepper (julienned) • ¼ cup red onion (julienned) • ¼ cup carrot (shredded) • ¼ cup scallion (julienned) • ½ cup jicama-mango slaw dressing
• 1 chipotle pepper • 2 teaspoons adobo sauce • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro • 2 tablespoons lime juice
Jicama-Mango Slaw Procedure - In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, and mix until well incorporated.
Grouper Taco Ingredients • 5 oz. diced grouper • 2 flour tortillas • ½ cup jicama-mango slaw • 4 oz. chipotle-lime crema • 1 cup shredded lettuce • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
Chipotle-Lime Crema Ingredients • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1 cup sour cream
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Chipotle-Lime Crema Procedure - Combine all ingredients in a food processor, and blend until smooth.
Grouper Taco Procedure - On a flat-top grill, cook the grouper on medium-high heat until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees (approx. 5 minutes). - Lay down the flour tortillas, and add shredded lettuce and grouper. - Add the jicama-mango slaw and chipotle-lime crema on top of the grouper. - Garnish with chopped cilantro.
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stuck with me was this response: “I wish I had risked more — stepped out of my comfort zone and tried things that I was too afraid to try.” What a challenging, thought-provoking statement!
Are You a
Risk-Taker? By Kevin Head, Ph.D.
A few years ago, I read the results of an interesting survey. The survey leaders asked people who were 95 years old or older what they would do differently if they could live their lives over again. The responses were fascinating, but the one answer that has continually
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Roland Stair tells of a hospital chaplain who learned that a patient from his hometown was in the hospital in Room 164. So, the chaplain made his way to the room to visit the patient, but when he arrived, the expected patient was not in the room. A different patient occupied Room 164. The chaplain apologized saying, “I’m sorry to have bothered you. I probably made a mistake.” The patient in the room replied, “Chaplain, it’s no mistake. I’ve been praying for the courage to talk to you, but I could not bring myself to do it. And now you wander in here. No — it’s no mistake!” Sometimes that happens in life; we are too afraid to try or even to ask
for what we want or need, then God offers it to us with little or no effort on our part. But God wants us to ask. God wants us to take a risk. In fact, I believe God expects action on our part and wants us to risk something. Like the parable of the talents, God wants us to use what we have been given, and take a risk through faith. What is one thing in your life that you would like to do for God, but you lack the courage to do it? What is one thing you might do to break through this situation, and risk something for God? As the scriptures remind us, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will open.”
Dr. Kevin Head is senior pastor of First Baptist Roswell. 770-587-6980, RKevinHead@FBRoswell.org
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It ’s Time for the 51st Annual On September 16-17, north Fulton families will be gearing up to attend the Roswell Recreation Association’s annual Roswell Arts Festival! The festival features regional artists, local entertainment, children’s activities and several food trucks where you can purchase lunch or an early dinner.
By Julie Senger
Beginning in 1966, the Roswell Recreation Association began the Arts Festival to promote the arts in Roswell while raising funds for additional recreation and parks projects. It has been so successful that it is the only fundraising initiative of the Association. Over the years, more than one million dollars have been raised and subsequently used to help purchase park land, playground equipment, spraygrounds, meditative gardens, and many other projects that have benefitted residents of all ages in Roswell. Visit JessicaCBarker.Wixsite.com/roswellartsfestival/ about to see the long list of projects that have been funded by the Arts Festival. Each year, the Roswell Arts Festival attracts award-winning artists from all over the region in a variety of different mediums. Here are a couple of last year’s award winners:
Brenda Steele Brenda won an award in the 3-D category at 2016’s Roswell Arts Festival. She began her artistic journey in 1984, creating stained glass. Her venture into jewelry designing was literally by chance. She was visiting a lifelong friend in Fairhope, Alabama who had just taken a jewelry class. Her friend showed her how to make a pair of earrings, and she was hooked! What started as
a hobby, grew into a small business, which is now Brenda’s full-time job. Over the years, Brenda has found her niche in wire, mostly copper. Most of her designs are created through the bending and forging (hammering) of copper wire. Brenda said, “The hunt for unique, exotic and unusual stones and beads, and turning them into beautiful creations, is very exciting
for me. My goal is to create unique, functional art … and some ‘just for fun.’” Brenda creates jewelry, wine bottle decorations, bookmarks, key holders and more. She is especially drawn to stones such as agate, jasper and turquoise. You will see the marriage of glass, stones, beads and wire in many of her pieces.
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Manami Yagashiro Lingerfelt Manami was a winner in last year’s 2-D category at the Roswell Arts Festival. She was born in Japan, graduating from Tokyo Musashino Art Junior College in 1985 and earned an additional BFA degree from Kennesaw State University in 2015. Manami began her art career in Tokyo, Japan as a graphic designer and illustrator with major magazines and newspapers. Over the years, she had the opportunity to explore the world, dwelling briefly in places such as India, Nepal, Sweden and other parts of Asia and Europe from 1987-1997. Manami now calls Dallas, Georgia home and has produced paintings inspired by the mystical aspects of the places she visited and of the natural world. Manami desires to express positive energy through her paintings. She has been featured in exhibits in both the United States and Japan and is a continuing presence at art shows and in publications.
Her most recent awards include the following: - 1st Place Award, 44th Leaf Festival Arts and Crafts 2017 - Best in Show, 2016 Canton Festival of the Arts - 2016 Winner of the Cartersville Super Kroger Muralist - 3rd Place, Art Carnegie Artists of Georgia 2nd Annual Art Exhibit & Competition - 2016 Best in Show, First Friday Art Walk, Marietta Square To learn more about Manami or her art, please visit ManamiArt.com/.
Some of Brenda’s other awards include the following: - First Place, Dahlonega Art Council Spring Art Show 2010 - Second Place in the Fine Arts Category, 2010 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, Foley, Alabama - Second Place in Best of Show, Mountain Flower Festival 2013, Dahlonega, Georgia
These artists are just two examples of the many artists and various mediums you will see represented at the Roswell Arts Festival. So, come on out, and see the wonderful works that this year’s artists have in store for you! By supporting these artists, you are also helping to build more parks and recreational facilities for the Roswell community. The Roswell Arts Festival will be held in the Historic Town Square at 610 Atlanta Street. Festival hours are 10:00am5:00pm on both days. Visitors are encouraged to park at Roswell City Hall, which is located at 38 Hill Street, Roswell. Serving Roswell, Alpharetta & Milton
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A Healthcare Plan That Works By Lisa Ethridge
In Henry David Thoreau’s memoir, Walden; or, Life in the Woods, Thoreau exclaims, “We can never have enough of nature,” and “We need the tonic of wildness.” Scientists have tested the assertions of his 1854 study and found a great deal of evidence to prove that a simple walk in the woods can provide amazing and surprising health benefits.
of trees and plants, called eco therapy, is a world-wide effort — an eco-trend. Experimentation clearly shows outdoor exercise, e.g. forest bathing, hiking/ walking, strengthens the immune system, lowers blood pressure, improves brain function, aids in weight loss, reduces stress hormone production, improves mood and promotes a better night’s sleep.
A medical school in Tokyo began studying the therapeutic value of communing with nature in 1982. Their findings led to the adoption of a national public health program called “forest bathing” or “shinrin-yoku” which means, “taking in the forest atmosphere.” The simple instructions for the activity are to walk slowly and mindfully through a wooded area, appreciating the sounds, smells and scenery.
Don’t sit inside and hope for a better mood, a clearer mind or less stress. Get outside, and walk a little each day. Enjoy the free health benefits of Mother Nature.
Now, research on the healing properties
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Julia Plevin, an avid urban forest bather declared, “It’s an immersive experience. So much of our lives is spent interacting with 2-D screens. …There’s a whole 3-D world out there!” Take a break from electronic commotion, and enjoy some time at the park or any wooded area. You will feel better with minimal
effort. Certified forest therapy guide Ben Porchuk said, “Although physical, it’s not about exercise. The goal is to wind down, and tune in to the natural world.” Fall is a great time to reconnect with nature. Locally, the Atlanta Outdoor Club provides unique opportunities for its members to experience nature. Nationally, there are opportunities to investigate such as National Walk in the Forest Day, National Get Outdoors Day and National Trails Day. Lisa Ethridge is a member of the award-winning Roswell Garden Club and a certified master gardener with North Fulton Master Gardeners, part of the UGA Cooperative Extension Service. 404-613-7670, NFMG.net
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By Mary Akers
How do you know what medium of art is right for you? This question is impossible to answer without trying different types of art mediums to discover where your talents lie. Here are some examples of how some artists, myself included, have discovered their preferred medium.
Fred Ellis was a retired highway patrolman who was looking for something to do. His wife enrolled him in a pottery class thinking (hoping?) she might have to take the class in his place. Fred ended up taking the class, and he excitedly came home with all the equipment he needed to start turning pots. He has been making pottery ever since. Fred is now the owner of Something Southern Pottery and the president of the Georgia Clay Council. You may view a sample of Fred’s art at the Cherokee Arts Center in October. The Cherokee Arts Center often offers pottery classes. If you are interested in seeing clay works or taking clay classes in the north Fulton area, check out the Roswell Clay Collective at RoswellClayCollective.com. 40
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Allen Quandee is another engineer who bought a lathe to turn spindles for the deck he was building, and before he knew it, he Larry McClish was an engineer who needed a hobby. After exploring several
became fascinated with the art he could make out
other options, he finally decided to take a woodturning class. After a few tries
of wood. Allen is in many art shows around the
at the lathe, he fell in love with woodturning. He explained that the wood tells
area. He is also the vice president of the Etowah
him what it wants to become, and that’s how he arrives at his finished piece.
River Woodturners. If you’re interested in learning
Larry was so excited about his new-found craft that he wanted to share it with
more about woodturning, the Etowah River
others, so he became one of the founders of the Etowah River Woodturners.
Woodturners meet monthly at the Cherokee Arts
The Etowah River Woodturners work can be seen at the Cherokee Arts
Center. If you live in the north Fulton area, you
Center this month. Another local woodturner, Bill Tyndale, will have his
can try out many types of woodworking classes at
work on display at this month’s Roswell Arts Festival.
Woodcraft of Atlanta in Alpharetta.
Jane Wimmer needed an art class in high school, and oddly enough, she decided to take a class using a floor loom twice her size. When she discovered all the wonderful things she could weave, she began her long career in weaving textiles. Her dream was to one day run a weaving studio. Today, Jane runs a weaving studio at the Cherokee Arts Center.
As for myself, I was a performing arts major in college, and I decided to try my hand at set design. My visual arts career was born with painting, drawing, and teaching the love of art and its possibilities. If you are looking to discover the artist in you, feel free to check out the following locations and the many classes and workshops they offer: The Cherokee Arts Center 94 North Street Canton 770-704-6244 CherokeeArts.org
Elm Street Cultural Arts Village 8534 Main Street Woodstock 678-494-4251 ElmStreetArts.org
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Out of the Box Art Studio 6225 Atlanta Highway Alpharetta 678-867-7713 OutOf TheBoxArtStudio.com
Roswell Visual Arts Center 10495 Woodstock Road Roswell 770-594-6122
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(Makes 16 oz. or 1 pint)
Ingredients ¼ cup basil leaves, loosely packed 4 oz. sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped 3 garlic cloves ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted 8 oz. olive oil Salt and pepper to taste
the basil, tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan and pine - Combine nuts in a food processor, and pulse until the ingredients are
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evenly chopped. With the food processor running, add the olive oil, and purée to an even-textured paste. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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and stir in the pesto. Garnish with more basil leaves and freshly grated Parmesan.
1 lb., of your favorite pasta according to package - Boil instructions. some of the pasta water, drain and rinse slightly. - Reserving your favorite vegetables in olive oil, add the pasta, - Sauté a ½ cup of the pasta water (more if the sauce is too thick),
*To serve with pasta
Hillary Gallagher, CCC is the Culinary Arts Program Director and Lead Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College in East Cobb. Hillary. Gallagher@ChattahoocheeTech.edu. 770-509-6350. ChattahoocheeTech.edu
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to this ingredient, causing ulcers on their tissue and dry, cracked lips.
Walking down the oral care aisle at your local grocery store can cause some anxiety due to the hundreds of toothpaste options. It’s important to understand the ingredients rather than simply trusting the outside labels. There are two main forms of fluoride used in toothpaste. Sodium fluoride is the most commonly used form. Stannous fluoride is another form that is very stable, and it helps fight gingivitis. This form can cause “stringy” pieces in your mouth about thirty minutes after you’re done brushing. These “strings” are superficial layers of your soft tissue that is sloughing. The tissue sloughs due to the water-loving nature of stannous fluoride. To prevent this from happening, thoroughly wet your toothbrush, or make sure you have a little water in your mouth while brushing. You may also notice more stain accumulation with stannous fluoride. The whitening factor in most toothpastes is the mild abrasives used to remove
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Which
Toothpaste Do I Choose? By Amanda Kossick, D.M.D.
surface stains and debris left behind by food and drinks. You don’t want a toothpaste that’s too abrasive because it can wear your enamel away and increase sensitivity. Additionally, there are flavoring agents, solutions to create foaming action, and ingredients to stabilize the toothpaste while in the tube. The main ingredient used to create foam and make us “feel” clean is called sodium lauryl sulfate. Some people have a sensitivity
From whitening to sensitivity toothpastes, there is a large selection for various oral ailments. Different ingredients offer benefits for specific issues. For instance, potassium nitrate is used in many sensitivity toothpastes. Whitening toothpastes contain polishing or chemical agents that remove superficial stains. There are natural toothpastes that contain fluoride but remove some of the extra ingredients that may cause allergies. So, be sure to research the ingredients to determine which toothpaste works best for you! There are options for everyone, and finding the right one can result in better oral health overall.
Dr. Amanda Kossick is a dentist with DeMercy Dental in Roswell. 770-641-8010. DeMercyDental.com
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The Value of a Second Opinion By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.
Second opinions can be a valuable tool. Getting a second opinion is a great way to gain knowledge about your situation, and it can help you make an informed decision regarding dental treatment. There are a variety of reasons to seek out a second opinion. If you’re new to a dental office, and have yet to establish a trusting relationship with the dentist, it’s a good idea to get a second opinion if dental treatment is being prescribed for you or your child. If a major diagnosis has been given (for example, oral cancer), it’s always a good idea to get a second opinion. If your dentist has performed the prescribed treatment, but the issue still exists, it’s a good idea to get a second opinion.
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If getting a second opinion comes to mind after your dental appointment, you should follow up on the urge. You should not schedule dental treatment unless you have all the knowledge you seek and are comfortable with the with the plan. If you have doubts, call another dentist, and have them look at your situation. If the second opinion differs drastically from the first, consider getting a third opinion. Dentists follow specific guidelines according to their training regarding dental treatment, but other factors come into play when it comes to diagnosing treatment. These factors include the patient’s general health, health history and the dentist’s own experiences and encounters throughout his or her career. Another important reason to get a second opinion is when a specialist may come
into play. Depending on the diagnosis, perhaps a specialist would be able to take care of the dental issue. The bottom line is that it’s never a bad idea to get a second opinion. You may hear the same information twice, or you may hear a different approach, which can impact your comfort level with your decision to move forward. It’s important to be comfortable with and have confidence in your dental care provider in order to prepare for a smooth path to recovery!
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com
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Teens &Electronics - Breaking the Addiction By Paige Harriss LIFESTYLE Electronics addiction is real; a typical teen’s morning may consist of peering into a blinding white screen, scrolling through last night’s updates on Twitter and Instagram. Unfortunately, the rest of the day doesn’t usually deviate much from this activity. However, what truly shapes a lasting memory is not what level one reaches on a video game, but what adventures they experience. Therefore, it is important to spend youthful exuberance doing something worthwhile. Here are a few ideas:
Often, teens get few opportunities to be active; studying and parttime jobs may take up a majority of their free time. However, physical activity can uplift a day and provide a necessary energy booster. Playing
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sports with a group of friends — whether it’s tennis, basketball, football or running — can be a productive and enjoyable activity. Concerts also provide an exciting source of adrenaline and a night away from the stresses of homework and tests. A casual and enjoyable activity might be something an individual likes but never finds the time to do; these can include thrift-store shopping, sewing, cooking or fishing. Making time to for unusual enjoyments can be fulfilling and rewarding. However, especially at a time when every activity seems to fit into some category of a college application, it might be beneficial to use free time in productive ways. Volunteering is a vital aspect of any resumé or application, and it’s never too early to start developing experience. Pick a volunteer
activity that is interesting and enjoyable; animal shelters, donation services, food drives, soup kitchens or even volunteering your personal talents are good places to start. Furthermore, in the future, colleges and employers will want to see what you’ve done in high school to develop your passion. If you already know what you love to do, investing time in that interest outside of school can be invaluable. This may mean blogging, designing, building or many other activities. All of these things are creative, worthwhile investments of time. Finding activities that are not only enjoyable but productive can reap benefits now and in the future. In truth, time is a precious resource, and even as a teenager, how you spend it matters. L
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“And no matter how bad it hurts, some people leave to make you stronger, while other times, they leave to help you fall in love with yourself.” -R.M. Drake
“I have learned that closure does not come when you walk away, but when you find a reason to stay away.” -Pierre Jeanty
Quotables “Failure defeats losers. Failure inspires winners.” -Robert T. Kyosaki “We first make our habits, and then our habits make us.” -John Dryden
“What is the essence of America? Finding and maintaining that perfect balance between freedom ‘to’ and freedom ‘from.’” -Marilyn Vos Savant
“Never look down on anybody unless you’re helping him up.” -Jesse Jackson
“Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” -Jim Rohn
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“The greatest prison that people live in is the fear of what other people think.” -David Icke
“Ethics, or simple honesty, are the building blocks upon which our whole society is based, and business is a part of our society, and it’s integral to the practice of being able to conduct business, that you have a set of honest standards.” -Kerry Stokes “You can’t copy anybody and end with anything. If you copy, it means you’re working without any real feeling.” -Billie Holiday
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How much should you save?
PLAN FOR YOUR
NOW By Jamie Mackrell
LIFESTYLE If you’re like most people, you’re overwhelmed by the idea of planning and saving for retirement, and you have plenty of questions. When should you start saving? How much do you save? How much will you need? How do you ensure you’ll reach your goals? A lot of thought and preparation needs to go into your retirement plan. To shed some light on the basics and help get you on the right path, here is some valuable information.
When should you start saving?
The general rule of thumb is to start saving as early as possible, and save as much as possible. Many financial planners suggest you save 10-15% of your income for retirement, beginning in your twenties.
Why start so early? The sooner you begin saving, the more time your money has to grow. The money you save in year one generates income, which then is compounded the next year and the next. This can add up to a substantial difference over the course of time. For instance, let’s look at a 25-year-old who sets aside $3,000 a year in a tax-deferred retirement account for ten years and then stops saving entirely. By the time he/she reaches 65, the $30,000 investment will have grown to more than $338,000. By comparison, if the same person put off saving until age 35, and then saved the same amount for 30 years, he/she will put away $90,000. But, this will only grow to $303,000 by age 65, assuming the same 7% annual return.
A 25-year-old who sets aside
$3,000 a year in a taxdeferred retirement account
A general rule of thumb is that you’ll need 70% of your current expenses at retirement age. But if you plan on taking elaborate trips or building a dream house, you might want to increase that up to 100%. If you want to live retirement on your terms, it’s important to be honest with yourself about your spending. If you’re in your forties and have barely begun to save, you’re not alone, but it’s time to get serious. Financial planners suggest that a 40-year-old who wants $1 million when she’s 67 must save $10,000 annually and earn 9% a year to reach that goal. It might not be impossible, but it could mean starting a budget and making some difficult choices.
Where should you save?
The first place to consider is your employer’s retirement or pension plan. Many employers offer a 401k and even have matching programs. If you’re lucky enough to have an employer that matches, be sure to contribute the maximum you’re allowed. Individuals who are self-employed, and even those with company retirement programs, will want to invest in a traditional or Roth IRA. If you don’t have one, you may be missing opportunities to maximize your savings by utilizing the tax advantages that come with IRAs. No matter what your age, retirement will come faster than you think. The sooner you start planning and saving, the more welcome the time will be. L
for ten years, and then stops saving entirely (a $30,000 total investment), will have approximately $338,000 by the time they are 65. 50
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What if My Loved One’s Will was Created in Another State? By Chris Miller, Esq. Probate laws vary around the nation, and it is a common myth that a will loses its power when a person moves from one state to another. However, Georgia’s probate rules allow the executor named in a will signed outside Georgia to file that will for probate here and gain access to the property owned by the decedent. The catch is that the executor must prove to the probate court that Georgia is the right jurisdiction for probate, and that the will meets Georgia’s standards of execution.
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The hurdle of jurisdiction is pretty easy. If a person lives in Georgia when he or she dies, or if a person owns property in Georgia when he or she dies, then the probate courts have jurisdiction to determine the will’s validity. The standards of execution are a little harder. The easiest way to prove them is by persuading one or both witnesses to the will to answer a set of ten questions called “interrogatories.” For example, the witness needs to say that the signature on the will was the decedent’s signature, and that the decedent knew that he or she was signing a will. The witness says in the interrogatories that they were present in the same room when the will was signed, and that the decedent appeared to be of sound and disposing mind and memory. The strangest questions that a witness must
answer are whether the witness and the decedent were both at least fourteen years old when the will was signed. With a notarized set of interrogatories and an original will that is witnessed by two uninterested people, the executor can file a Petition to Probate the will with a Georgia court and provide notice to the decedent’s closest living relatives that the will is being submitted for approval. If those relatives file a notarized consent to the probate moving forward, or at least hold back from objecting after getting notice of the case being filed, the Georgia probate court has the right to admit a will signed in any other state to probate, and authorize the executor to follow its instructions.
Chris Miller is an attorney in Alpharetta. 678-746-2900. NorthFultonWills.com
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LIFESTYLE The world’s most adventurous cruise line is giving adventure-seekers more opportunities than ever to explore the vibrant island destination of Cuba with its new sailings to Havana on Empress of the Seas. Royal Caribbean International’s newly refreshed ship will sail 58 cruises of four- and five-night itineraries from January 2018 through March 2019, with more than half offering overnight stays in the culturally vibrant city. Empress’ Western Caribbean and Havana sailings are currently open for bookings. “Since arriving in Cuba for the first time last month, we’ve seen the excitement of our guests when sailing into Havana and the passion they have for the city at sail away – its people, its architecture, its food, its music. This is the enthusiasm we strive to bring to adventure-seekers
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who vacation with us,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “The positive reaction to our Cuba sailings is very encouraging, and we are thrilled to expand on the number of sailings for our 2018-2019 itineraries.” Empress of the Seas will return to Tampa for summer 2018, offering a series of four- and five-night cruises, calling on Key West, Florida, and Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico, as well as Havana, Cuba on most sailings. The ship will reposition to Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the winter 2018-2019 season, continuing short adventures to the Caribbean destinations. Currently, Empress sails from Tampa through Nov. 4, 2017. The ship then returns to Miami for the winter 2017-2018 season, adding calls to Royal Caribbean’s private
island destination CocoCay and Nassau in the Bahamas. The vibrant Cuban culture extends beyond land to the experience on board Empress of the Seas. From cortaditos and café con leche in Café Royal to salsa music and dancing in Boleros Latin lounge, guests can enjoy a range of onboard activities developed to bring the spirit of the island to life throughout the entire journey. Empress of the Seas spans eleven guest decks, encompasses 48,563 gross-registered tons, carries 1,602 guests at double occupancy and features 795 staterooms. L
Michael Consoli is a professional travel and cruise specialist and owner of Cruise Planners. 770-650-7667. PlanMyCruise.com
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