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From the Founder A Holiday Season for Our Community As we roll into the 2021 holiday season, there are some special opportunities in our community to make a difference. Not just our neighborhood community, but our personal community of friends, family and other people who make up our inner circle.

For many of us, the holidays are a flurry of activity and quite often a rinse-and-repeat of traditions that have served us well for many years.

While traditions are important, it is also important to consider the times we are in and how we might approach the holidays this year with the added intention of serving those in our area who could really use the extra love and support.

Our local business community needs us to shop with them and support them! I know ordering on Amazon is easy, but Amazon will be just fine. The merchants in our area need us to turn out in force both for gift-giving and festive holiday meals and celebrations.

Our circle of friends, family, teachers, grocery store workers, house cleaners, postal workers, etc., are out there keeping our community working and running smoothly.

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Steal a few moments for yourselves and connect over a meal at the popular Local Expedition Wood Fired Grill.

The restaurant offers health-conscious global cuisine, like its mini potstickers, which are perfect for sharing.

5315 Windward Pkwy., Ste. B. thelocalwoodfiredgrill.com For an evening of great conversation and exceptional craft cocktails, visit Taffer’s Tavern, founded by Jon Taffer, star of the reality series “Bar Rescue.” Try Taffer’s Tasters, which offers a sample of

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Did you know Alpharetta offers COMPLIMENTARY WORKOUT CLASSES through its Free Fitness Alpharetta program? Whether you’d rather bust a move in Zumba or take on tai chi, you can see what’s available each month and where each class will be hosted by checking the updated schedule in the Recreation & Arts Activity Guides section of the city’s website. alpharetta.ga.us

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2. At the Southern-meetsSouthern-Italian style eatery Minnie Olivia Pizzeria, classic and unconventional pies are speedily baked to perfection in a wood-fired oven. Here, a slice of old-school pepperoni is sure to please just as much as the more adventurous Chicken Alla Diavola. 10 Roswell St., Ste. 120. minnieolivia.com

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3. If the colder weather has you craving something comforting, then the Shrimp and Chorizo Dip at Central City Tavern is it. The protein-packed mixture with melted cheese also includes roasted red peppers and black bean corn salsa, plus a sprinkling of green onions.

19 Academy St. centralcitytavern.com 4. You may have had breakfast for dinner before, but probably not like this. At BurgerFi, the Breakfast All Day (BAD) burger pairs morning faves like crispy bacon, homemade hash browns and maple syrup with a 100% all-natural Angus beef patty and cheese.

5475 Windward Pkwy. burgerfi.com 5. Chick’nCone puts a new spin on chicken and waffles.

Its namesake dish consists of a hand-rolled waffle cone filled with bite-sized pieces of fried chicken, making it the ideal sweet and savory treat when you’re on the go. Add one of six sauces, including the original Kick’nRanch, which helped put the establishment on the map.

5215 Windward Pkwy., Ste. A. chickncone.com

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1. Fajita lovers flock to Cantina Loca for the restaurant’s mouthwatering steak fajitas. The thin-cut slices of meat are sprinkled with fresh cilantro and served with beans, rice and classic toppings. Add a signature Blue Agave margarita to the mix, and you’ll be in Tex-Mex heaven.

10 N. Broad St. cantina-loca.com

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Make a day or a night of it! Check out these fun pla NOV. 15 Recycled Collage Earrings with Zeal Parikh Alpharetta Arts Center 5-7pm Residents $20, nonresidents $30, plus $10 supply fee Give textiles, buttons, magazines and other objects found around your home new life by turning them into stunning pieces of jewelry. bit.ly/alpharecycledcollageearrings

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800 N. Main St. Noon-3pm Free entry Help nonprofit Fueling Christmas provide gifts and everyday necessities to underserved children and their families by attending this car show featuring an array of makes and models. Guests are asked to bring shelf-stable food to donate. fuelatl.com/car-shows

Town Green by Alpharetta City Hall 6-7pm Free entry Kick-start the holiday season with friends and family during this festive evening in downtown Alpharetta. awesomealpharetta.com

400 Avalon Blvd.

Times and prices vary St. Nicholas takes a break from the North Pole to visit Alpharetta.

While in town, he’ll snap photos with youngsters and host a magical storytime. experienceavalon.com NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2021

6365 Halcyon Way 5-7pm Free Join Halcyon as they light the first candle on the menorah and celebrate the first night of Chanukah with latkes, coffee, glow giveaways, games and more. visithalcyon.com

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Coffee & Classics Car Show

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Season of Celebration

NOV. 30

Glow-in-the-Dark Chanukah at Halcyon

DEC. 3-4 Artists’ Holiday Market 2021 Alpharetta Arts Center 10am-6pm Free entry Visit this retail experience to find one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. awesomealpharetta.com

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f Events DEC. 11 Beginner Cooking Class Preston Ridge Community Center 11am-noon Residents $25, nonresidents $37.50 Children ages 4 through 8 will learn about healthy eating and kitchen safety during this interactive cooking lesson. bit.ly/alphabeginnercookingclass

DEC. 16-19 Christmas Tree Lighting Shows North Point Community Church 5:30-6:30pm, 8-9:30pm Free During this outdoor extravaganza, witness the lighting of an animated 40-foot-tall Christmas tree before capturing memories in photo booths, seeing live musical performances and exploring other ways to celebrate this cherished time of year. northpoint.org/events

Christmas Tree Lighting Shows

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North Point Mall Christmas Market

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North Point Mall Christmas Market

Nature’s Treats and Trinkets 2021

1000 N. Point Cir. Hours vary Free entry Forget fretting about whether a lastminute online order will arrive in time and do your holiday shopping in person at this popular pop-up market with 40 vendors. northpointmall.com

9770 Autrey Mill Rd. 2-4pm Members $7, nonmembers $10 Let your little ones enjoy an afternoon of crafting during this two-hour session, where they’ll create bird treats and special items for loved ones.

Registration required. autreymill.org/natures-treats-andtrinkets

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According to the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce, our city is the sixth fastest-growing in the country.

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For the countless Atlantans suffering from allergies, the trusted pros at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma can keep you from constantly having to reach for the tissues.

By Jill Becker

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ore than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies. Contributing to that for many Atlanta-area residents is the fact that, when compared to most major metropolitan cities, Atlanta has an unusually high percentage of area covered by tree canopy. This has earned it a reputation as “a city in a forest,” which contributes to the misery many feel each

spring when trees release their pollen. Luckily, local allergy sufferers can turn to the folks at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma to help ease their symptoms—and their minds—when it comes to the effects of what is among the top 10 leading causes of chronic illness in the U.S.

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Dr. Patrawala is just one of the 16 board-certified allergists who, along with 10 advanced practitioners, make up the Atlanta Allergy & Asthma team trained in diagnosing and treating everything from airborne allergies and asthma to sinus disorders and immune deficiencies in both adults and children. In business for almost 50 years, Atlanta Allergy & Asthma has 17 locations across the metro Atlanta area, making it the largest allergy practice in the state. And you know those pollen counts that you see reported on the local news?

They come from Atlanta Allergy & Asthma. You can even sign up for their daily email and have the pollen counts delivered straight to your inbox.

Another thing that makes Atlanta Allergy & Asthma stand out is the fact that it has its own research department, which is a rarity among most practices. In fact, Atlanta Allergy & Asthma participated in the clinical trials

ATLANTA’S THREE DISTINCT POLLEN SEASONS 1. Spring: This season gets the most attention, as it’s when that layer of green pollen settles on everything. Strangely enough, those grains of pine pollen are too large to make it anything but an irritant. What’s really triggering your spring allergy symptoms are the other tree pollens, like willow, sycamore, oak, mulberry and elm. Atlanta can get bursts of tree pollens as early as February.

2. Late spring/summer: This is when grass pollens and mold spores are at their peak.

3. Fall: This is the season for weed pollens, with the major culprit this time of year being ragweed.

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“Allergic diseases have a profound impact on people’s day-to-day activities, as well as an impact on their long-term health,” says Dr. Meera Patrawala, who recently joined Dr. Lily Hwang at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma’s Alpharetta office.

“I love working together with patients, and sometimes their families, to provide individualized care that improves all aspects of their lives.”

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that led to the introduction of the first FDA-approved therapy for pediatric peanut allergies, a treatment now available to qualifying Atlanta Allergy & Asthma patients. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field is paramount at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma. Dr. Patrawala, who has a background in clinical research, enjoys combining her passions of research and patient care. “Keeping up with the latest developments and therapies allows me to provide the most effective treatment plans for my patients” says Dr. Patrawala.

Controlling Allergens in Your Home Whether your allergies are mild or mind-blowing, there are things you can do around the house to help combat their effects. Here are a few suggestions from the folks at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma.

• Use HEPA filters, especially in bedrooms.

• Remove your shoes upon entering the house.

• Avoid foam pillows.

• Wash bed linens in hot water at least once a week.

• Store firewood outdoors.

• Wash your hands after playing with animals.

• Don’t use scented sprays, candles or plug-ins.

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Whether your eyes continuously water when ragweed season rolls around, your throat swells up after a bee sting or you develop a rash after sampling shellfish, you can turn to the qualified team at Atlanta Allergy & Asthma.

Atlanta Allergy & Asthma, atlantaallergy.com, 1357 Hembree Rd., Ste. 200, Roswell, 770.953.3331 The content of this article is sponsored by Atlanta Allergy & Asthma.

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When Dayna Bolden quit her corporate job in 2017, she cried. Uncertain of the future, the busy mom of two was excited but nervous to see how her gamble on becoming a full-time blogger and influencer would turn out. Her leap of faith has been fruitful, as four years later, she has continued to support and inspire women through her blog, books and, most recently, a lifestyle fitness brand. Outside of growing her brand, she remains intentional about setting boundaries and cultivating relationships with her children, Aria and Bryce.

Does being a blogger/influencer give you more time to spend with your family?

Dayna Bolden: The amount of time you spend with your family is solely up to you and the boundaries you create. I don’t think the job you hold has a significant part to play in it unless you’re an astronaut. I leave evenings and weekends reserved for my family and spending time with loved ones. I make sure to disconnect during those times so that I can be fully present in the moment. My family and I get to continue to build beautiful memories.

As a mom in the busy world of social media, there’s surely a lot of pressure to maintain the appearance of the perfect Instagram family. What’s your advice in terms of putting the phone down and instead savoring that one-on-one time with your family?

DB: Remember that you will not get these moments back. We all talk about how fast time flies and how quickly our little ones grow up, and that couldn’t be more true if you don’t spend time with them. My advice to moms is to prioritize your family just like you prioritize your business.

DB: “Zoey the Unicorn Can Do It” is my daughter Aria’s first bestselling children’s book. Aria loves to encourage her friends to believe in their passions and love themselves. She has been obsessed with reading and writing since a very young age, so I figured she would be on board to write a book, but I didn’t want her doing anything her heart wasn’t into. I believe in authenticity in everything you do, and that includes new ventures for your children. My advice to parents is to instill a personal desire for success in your children and you’ll see them do incredible things.

What’s the most challenging part of parenting for you?

DB: Feeling like I’m not doing enough or spending enough time with them. I have to remind myself that I am doing the best that I can as a parent and providing the framework for a beautiful life for my children.

What are some of your favorite places in Alpharetta?

DB: I love the food scene in Alpharetta! Two of my go-to spots are South City Kitchen and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. daynabolden.com, instagram.com/daynabolden

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By Alexandra McCray

In December 2019, life for Cristina Kisner was looking up. Though she had lost her investor at the last minute, with help from her husband, Sebastian, and her five daughters, she had found a way to fulfill her dream of opening her own cafe.

Cristy’s Kitchen (formerly called Huh! Natural and Real Food) was open for business, and it’d been a long road to get there. Her family had overcome bankruptcy, a slew of health issues and immigrating to the United States from Peru only a few months earlier. Then, the pandemic hit, and her steadily growing customer base started to shrink.

Cristina didn’t give up. To her, Cristy’s Kitchen is more than an income source; it’s also a way to make others feel good inside and out. In fact, Cristina’s culinary skills came to life when her daughters began dealing with allergic rhinitis. She started removing dairy, sugar and processed items from their diet and served them clean meals. More challenges arose, though, when diagnoses of gluten intolerance and a rare autoimmune disease came about.

THAT IS THE WISDOM OF NATURE.

WE HAVE THE POWER TO HEAL OURSELVES; WE ONLY NEED THE RIGHT FUEL. After conventional medicine failed to give her answers, Cristina did her own research. She discovered that food was the solution to their issues, and soon after changing her daughters’ diets, their symptoms disappeared.

“My girls are always my inspiration, my motor and my guide. Because of them, I found a mission in the kitchen and a passion,” she says. Since then, Cristina has often turned to nutrition when modern medicine occasionally comes up short. “That is the wisdom of nature,” she says. “We have the power to heal ourselves; we only need the right fuel.”

Today, her thriving cafe is a sanctuary for those with specialized diets. The story of her family’s quest to open Cristy’s Kitchen and stay in business through the pandemic was even highlighted on the Humans of New York Instagram page. As a result, more than $1 million in donations poured in to help the family with medical bills, keep the business afloat and more. The support continued as Cristina was offered a deal for her first English cookbook, which is set to debut in 2022. Cristy’s Kitchen has amassed a large social media following of its own, too, thanks to the heartfelt stories and recipes Cristina posts.

In addition to preparing her cookbook, Cristina is also busy developing a line of frozen foods that can be shipped across the country. When she has a moment to spare, she enjoys spending it with family and visiting the Chattahoochee River. cristyskitchenga.com, instagram.com/cristyskitchenga

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An insulated door, along with a properly installed perimeter weatherseal,

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A great way to achieve curb appeal is to first choose the right gutter protection system. The

gutter needs to be large enough to handle light to heavy rains yet be stylish

enough that it will complement the exterior of the dwelling. Once again, this is best accomplished by choosing a quality product and the right company. If either one of these steps is omitted, most likely the homeowner will not be happy with the end result.

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Site-finished hardwoods are installed raw (unfinished) and then sanded, stained and coated with polyurethane in your home. This means you are able to select the stain color and the gloss level of the floor. Prefinished hardwood floors are fully manufactured and finished in the factory. A prefinished floor offers a quicker and more convenient installation, but you have fewer choices in stain color, etc. Both types of wood flooring are available in solid and engineered wood.

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Frameless doors are designed to be maintenance-free, but it’s all about the installation. If

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Water leakage in a basement or a crawlspace exacerbates the moisture levels, which will work their way up into the living environment through what’s called the “stack effect” and

can ultimately create mold growth and higher utility bills. The more moisture there is, the higher the utility bills, as it costs less money to heat and cool dry air than it does moist air.

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What’s your best tip for programming a thermostat to conserve energy when the weather is cooler?

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You can easily save energy in the winter by setting the thermostat to 68 F while you’re awake and setting it lower while you’re asleep or away from home.

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I’ve heard siding problems can affect my roof. What should I look for?

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The Alpharetta-based rental business turns traditional get-togethers into stylish experiences with teepees, tents and coordinating accessories. They deliver, set up and pick up all the materials for themes such as Into The Woods and Boho Vibes. sweetdreamsleepovers.com

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At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, the Cooking and Crafts Club uses food and various projects to educate children ages 6 to 11 about history. Topics covered in the small class

setting range from recipe origins to past holiday celebrations. Themes for the November and December sessions

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Teach your little one more about the community they call home by taking them to the Alpharetta and Old Milton County History Museum inside City Hall. There, they can dive

into Alpharetta’s roots (including its time as Cherokee Indian territory), gather an understanding of citizens’

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At Tumbles Johns Creek, the gym and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) programs are

designed to combat childhood obesity and help mold minds. The facility offers hands-on activities, like making

your own superhero mask, that foster independence, expand creative horizons and enhance social skills. 3005 Old Alabama Rd., Ste. 20. johnscreek.tumbles.net

Shake things up with a family outing to War Games Atlanta.

Inside its 5,300-square-foot “war” zone, you can play a Call of Duty-style game of laser tag. Assess and make the most of each room’s advantage as you work to complete your mission, using highly accurate, lightweight taggers along the way.

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A round of applause is due to North Point Ministries. The organization has been a huge asset to the American Red Cross of Georgia, holding 155 blood drives for them since the spring of 2020. The nonprofit honored North Point’s work earlier this year by naming it a Blood

Sponsor Group of (L TO R): NORTH POINT COMMUNITY CHURCH STAFF JOSHUA CAUSEY, HOLLY GODDARD the Year (FaithAND DONNA VONFELDT based). 4400 North Point Pkwy., Ste. 100.

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Local volunteer Cindee Sapoznik launched 2myPlace to keep preteens and teens from falling prey to human trafficking.

The 501(c)(3) works to

boost their self-esteem and educate them on the warning signs of trafficking and abuse.

The organization is currently looking for parent advocates CINDEE SAPOZNIK to partner with schools and for young adults to take courses and share the information they learn with those younger than them. 2myplace.org

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Help the Alpharetta arts scene flourish by lending a hand to groups like Arts Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Arts Center. There are numerous ways you can get involved, including hosting

tours, supporting history and archive efforts, assisting with public art, and handling administrative duties. Those interested can fill out an online application. alpharetta.ga.us

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Protecting, nurturing, healing and learning more about mental health should never come with a stigma, and Silence the Shame is on a mission to make sure of that. You can help the nonprofit continue to inform and empower the community by volunteering to assist with projects like grant writing and English-toSpanish translation. 3000 Old Alabama Rd., Ste. 119. silencetheshame.com

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Give the gift of your time and become a mentor to local youngsters in foster care, through the Foster Care Support Foundation’s Hope 4 Tomorrow program. You’ll be matched with a child age 12 or older of the same gender, and the two of you will then connect through virtual or in-person activities you’re both interested in, such as painting or playing a sport.

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