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Lifestyle Letter

Hello Alpharetta

AUGUST 2016

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tarting school in August cheats summer.

Jim Newman | JNewman@LifestylePubs.com

Growing up in the Midwest, we started back after Labor Day, which signaled the end of fun and the beginning of something less fun.

The pool club closed, white pants were packed away and stiff new school shoes came out of the box. For our kids here in Georgia, the early start means an early finish in spring (or that’s what this always-positive mom preaches to my kids). Still, it’s never a good time to abandon laid back days, late nights on the front porch or that feeling of freedom from the demands of the calendar.

In our house, we squeeze in trips to the pool after school, eat dinner on the back patio and keep our summer playlist looping in the car. It’s all about maintaining the state-ofmind. Right…?

Well, if we must go back to school, let’s fill our lunch bags with healthy baked goodies from 2B Whole Gluten Free European bakery, owned by Alpharetta baker, Toula Argentis. Inspired by the dietary needs of her son, she bakes up taste-forward sweet and savories perfect for after school snacks. Check out her story on page 24.

Then, get your calendar out and make your family’s annual physicals and dental appointments. Our friends at Golsen Family Dentistry offer up some helpful intel for keeping kids’ mouths healthy throughout the year in “Smile, It’s Time for School” on page 14.

Sorry to talk about calendars and scheduling, but do check our calendar for fun activities to keep you smiling throughout August.

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Departments 8

Good Times

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Our Town

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Hot Spot

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Driver’s Notebook

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City Scene

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Sold Properties

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

18 Looking Back, Paying it Forward

Schools Score High on Giving Back and Milestones

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Good Times

Polo in the Pines

Founders, collaborators, friends and sponsors toasted to the success of the 2016 Polo in the Pines, planned for Oct 8-9. Sean O’Keefe Events along with co-chairs, Tina Fowler and Jennifer Bonner raised a glass at the Atlanta Polo Club. The event benefits CURE Childhood Cancer. Sponsorship opportunities available! PoloInThePines.com

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YOU QUIT SMOKING FOR YOUR HEALTH. GET A LUNG SCREENING FOR THE SAME REASON.

If you are a smoker or even stopped smoking, it’s time to get a lung screening. A screening can help detect lung cancer early when there are more treatment options and a higher chance of survival. Northside Hospital Cancer Institute offers a low dose CT screening if you’re 55 – 77 years old and a current or previous smoker. It’s quick and easy and could save your life.

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independence and success we all want for our children. For more information contact Julia Johnson England, Dir. of Advancement at 770.641.8688 or CottageSchool.org

FIRE MARSHALL SHINES Alpharetta Lifestyle extends a big congratulations to Chad McGiboney, Johns Creek Fire Marshal, for successful completion of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire

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key leadership roles. McGiboney is the only

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SOLDIERS' DAY CELEBRATED Come join the fun throughout Downtown Alpharetta on August 6 for The Old Soldiers' Day Parade and Road Race. This celebration began years ago as a tribute to veterans of the war between the

LEMONADE THAT DOES MORE THAN QUENCH YOUR THIRST

states and today has become an annual celebration for veterans of all wars. The day will kick off at 7 a.m. with the 8K road race at Wills

How about lemonade that assists in the fight against childhood cancer? In two days this June Alex’s Lemonade Days in Alpharetta was able to raise $90,000 to do just that. That astonishing amount is

Park. Free hot dogs and soft drinks will be available at the American Old Soldiers' Day Parade

Legion at 201 Wills Road at the end of the parade.

all from your generous donations and purchases. Alpharetta Lifestyle

For

is very proud to be part of such a giving community, both in our resi-

call 678.297.6100 or email

dents and local businesses, such as Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, whose

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GROWING EDUCATION AT THE COTTAGE SCHOOL

THE BAR IS RAISED

This August, The Cottage School is adding 4th and 5th grades to

Local musician Lee Gamble began playing guitar over 30 years

their successful school for the first time in 30 years. Steve Palmer,

ago, and he has a true appreciation for a wide variety of music. You'll

Head of School, addresses the need to offer this environment to

hear everything from Journey to James Taylor to John Mayer to Oasis

younger learners, “This is a time when a child transitions from learning

and everything in between. As one event planner recently said “once

to read – to reading to learn”. Founded in 1985 in Roswell, Georgia,

again, the entertainment for our event was provided by singer/gui-

The Cottage School is a private, non-profit education center that cel-

tarist, Lee Gamble. A very energetic and interactive performer, Lee

ebrates over 30 years of serving 6th-12th grade students with mild

kept everyone engaged and having fun all night. He has such an

to moderate learning differ-

amazing repertoire of songs we all know and love and delivered them

ences (including ADD and

in a very heartfelt and genuine performance style. Lee was a real

anxiety). TCS is continuing

hit with everyone!” You can check

to grow their programs to

Lee out this August 6 and 21 at the

include the Arts, Technology

Peach & the Porkchop, August 12

and Career opportunities

at The Mill Kitchen and Bar, and on

that will help the student

the 20th at Ray's at Killer Creek. For

who may not go on to col-

more information, you can also

lege, but needs a workforce

“like" his Facebook music page:

readiness

Facebook.com/LeeGambleTunes

The Cottage School

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Local Limelight

Polo in the Pines ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY SUSAN TALBOT

Organizers and sponsors at the inaugural toast.

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ith two months to go, the excitement for Atlanta’s premiere polo event is building, thanks to the energetic and passionate leadership of founder, Tina Fowler and her dedicated team of sponsors and supporters. Since the inaugural event in 2012, Polo in the Pines has raised nearly $250,000 with a mission to fund specific cancer research, promote awareness and family support and will again benefit CURE Childhood Cancer.

The elegant Saturday all-day event features polo matches, gourmet dining, crafted Southern cocktails, a silent auction and dancing. The scene will be set by Sean O’Keefe Events, a generous supporter of Polo in the Pines since its inception. New to Polo in the Pines is the Best Bloodies and Brunch Bites, Sunday’s festival featuring more world-class polo and a buffet from Atlanta’s best chefs and bartenders.

Polo in the Pines Planning co-chairs, Tina Fowler and Jennifer Bonner already have Host Teams lined up including Sharon and Collins Knight, Nikki and Joey Butler, Karol and Joe Butler, Margaret Ann and Kevin Kennedy, Liz and Terry Ryan, Angie and Steve Fowler, Jill and Dan 12

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Fowler, Catherine and David Fowler, Tracy and Hank Unverzagt,Sandy and Andre Vlajk, Tiffany and Dave Hess, Jennifer and Todd Williams of Dunwoody, and Terry and Mike Fisher of Alpharetta.These teams have made a generous contribution and commitment to the event and charities.

The Orthwein family helped host an inaugural toast at the gorgeous Atlanta Polo Club in June. “We are honored to have special guest Joe Meyer, United States Polo Association and Angie Duprey, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta join us for this special occasion,” said Tina Fowler. “And, thank you Jolie Liston for coordinating an exciting polo season. A HUGE Thank you Sean O'Keefe Events for always making us look so good.”

Sponsorship opportunities include Host Team Sponsor ($400) right up to Title Sponor ($25,000), with packages including VIP tickets, branding and much more. By partnering with Polo in the Pines, you will be sharing with the community that you too believe in the mission to support specific cancer research, providing awareness and support to families whose loved ones are stricken with cancer. The 2016 event will honor childhood sarcoma cancer survivors Lacey JoLynn Johnson and Matthew Willis.

Sponsors are aligning this month.

“Four Roses Bourbon loves to be a part of Polo in the Pines. It’s a unique event held in the heart of our city that benefits a great cause.

Besides what’s a better fit than fine Kentucky Bourbon and equestrian events?” said Randall Roberts of the Four Roses brand.

Other Business Sponsors include Fowler Connection, Georgia Water & Fire Restoration, AGCO Corporation Crestron, Bonner Built, Barco, Pecan Ridge Plantation, Butler Pools, Mayberry Electric, Capital Growth and Medvest Engineering & Equipment. Specific sponsor opportunities still available include a tent sponsor, luxury auto sponsor, printing sponsor.

The PIP 2016 Planning Committee includes Heather Mannik, Liz Ryan, Tiffany Hess, Amy Agee, Tracy Unverzagt, Stacy Gusek, Angie Fowler, Lori Nelson, Erin Bruce, Cynthia Bizarro, Jill Mitchell, Nikki Butler, Aletha Cherry. Internship program participants include Amanda Bonner (Ole Miss senior, Rebelette), Allison Bonner (Ole Miss senior) and Maria Amendola (GCSU graduate).

Lifestyle Publications is the proud media sponsor of the event. For more information and to join the team or become a sponsor, go to PoloInThePines.com

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Smile, It's Time for School ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS

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hile the kids are back to studying their ABCs at school this month, we asked our friends at Golsen Family Dentistry for an

AL: Are there any new tools and products parents might want to

know about?

education on something we ALL do, every day (hopefully three times

JG: In our office we are using microscopes and DNA testing to

a day). Dr. Jill Golsen took a moment at her Alpharetta office to give

detect and treat the bacteria inside the mouth. So if you are leaving

us a lesson on caring for your family's teeth.

plaque in your mouth we can scoop it up, put it on a slide and show

AL: Over a 12 month period, what should a school-aged child be

looking at for dental care - in office and at home?

JG: It is very important for all ages but especially school aged chil-

dren to be seen at least 2 times per year for a dental cleaning and

you what is swimming in your mouth! Alive!!

If you have gingivitis or periodontal disease the DNA testing gives us the specific bacteria and what is the best mode to treat it with. No guessing. Just facts!

checkup. Children wearing braces need to be seen more frequently!

Our office is also equipped with a Spectra camera, this special

In between dental cleanings it is important to brush twice a day and

camera reads areas of decay in the deep grooves of the teeth and

floss daily. In our office we prefer our patients to use the sonic care

can detect early signs of tooth decay allowing us to treat areas while

tooth brush. Studies have shown that plaque removed is 90% better

they are still small versus waiting until there is a bigger problem. The

with any mechanical tooth brush vs a manual one. Flossing properly

more we can do to prevent bigger problems the better. The wait till it

every day reduces the amount of bacteria build up in the mouth.

hurts attitude is never a good idea.

AL: What advice can you give parents about their student's dental

health over the years?

AL: And what's the truth about toothbrushes and toothpastes for

daily brushing success?

JG: Be aware of what your children are consuming on a regular

JG: When it comes to toothbrushes, always chose a soft! Hard

basis. Sports drinks are a better alternative than soft drinks and com-

tooth brushes are abrasive on the enamel and the gum tissues. You

monly used by active people to maintain energy during exercise. but

don’t want to wear away the enamel and gums you just want to clean

the sugar found in these beverages as well as the citric acid can affect

them. Any toothpaste approved by the American Dental Association

the teeth more and promote acid erosion. Dehydration is a common

is fine. My favorite is Colgate Total.

issue among athletes, having a dry mouth and a decreased salivary flow makes them more vulnerable to tooth decay. So on a day to

For this month's homework assignment, make an appointment, call

day schedule, unless your child is on the field playing hard don’t use

770.667.0669 or go to GolsenDental.com and tell them Alpharetta

sports drinks. Stick to water!!

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he fourth annual Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival will take place in downtown Alpharetta on October 7 and 8 this Fall and Alpharetta Lifestyle is proud to be the media sponsor for this energizing celebration of music. Prominent songwriters from across the country will convene for the weekend with a kickoff event on Friday evening, the 7th, at Avalon where two acts will perform on the stage in the Plaza. Partners this year include South on Main and Smokehouse BBQ restaurants that will feature music on the premises as well as Hop Alley which will sell signature beers throughout the festival. All events on Friday are free to the public. Look for your favorite local acts as well as the talented and famous performers that have come to be associated with the Wire & Wood Festival in Alpharetta. On Saturday, October 8, music will be featured on various stages on the streets in Alpharetta as well as in restaurants, alleys and patios in the downtown area.

Expect to see multiple sets of music in truly unique and intimate settings beginning in the afternoon and extending into the evening. Featured headline performer John Oates, (who along with his musical partner Daryl Hall was inducted this year into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2014) will perform his many original hits with an exceptional acoustic band on Saturday night. Dozens of singer songwriters, including Will Kimbrough and Brigette DeMeyer will perform solo acoustic as well as “in the round” and share stories about how, when and where they wrote their hits and what inspired their brilliant songs. Food and beverages provided by local partners as well as festival merchandise will be available along Old Milton in the center of downtown.

Please visit WireAndWoodAlpharetta.com to purchase tickets and checkout the lineup.

The website and facebook page (Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival) will be frequently updated with new information concerning newly confirmed acts and the performance schedule.

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PINECREST ACADEMY Milestones: Pinecrest Academy welcomed Fr. David Steffy, LC, as new President in January 2016. The Varsity Football team won its first region championship; the 67-member Class of 2016 garnered $4,214,334 in scholarship awards and acceptances from 75 colleges and universities, and boasted 36 Zell Miller scholars and two National Merit Scholarship Finalists; the Middle School sent a student to the Oratorical World Championship and witnessed its Boys Soccer team clinch its third consecutive NAML Championship; and two Pinecrest alumni were drafted by professional sports teams.

Reach Out: One of the pillars of a Pinecrest Academy education is Apostolic Formation. Apostolic Formation simply means “generosity of self to Christ” and provides students at the private PreK3-12 Catholic school in Forsyth County the opportunity to discern Christ’s call, embrace that call, and bring others to know Him as well. Beginning in PreK3, Pinecrest students participate in service projects in the local community and beyond.

From making PB&J’s for the homeless, to visiting the elderly in nursing homes, to participating in missions, a typical Pinecrest student graduates as a servant leader eager to make a difference. Each senior class gets to finish their Pinecrest career by participating in a tradition begun by the first graduating Class of 2007. As with previous classes, the Class of 2017 will embark on an annual Senior Mission Trip to Nicaragua, to serve the poorest of the poor. While in Nicaragua, these missionaries host a carnival,

We asked a few of the

care for children in orphanages, a mental hospital and a local school, work

schools in our area what

with prisoners, distribute food, clothing and other goods to local villages,

notable milestones they hit

and help to build classrooms and churches. This life-changing event is

last year on campus and what priority they will put on community

one of the highlights of senior year at Pinecrest Academy, and supports

service in the 2016-17 school year.

the school’s mission, to form Christian leaders who will transform society.

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Wesleyan

WESLEYAN SCHOOL Milestones: Wesleyan School created six new bus shuttles to Suwanee/Duluth, Johns Creek, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs/ Brookhaven, and Decatur/Stone Mountain. “My sincere hope is that by offering bus service to current and prospective families we will be taking one more step to partner with parents in an effort to make life less complicated,” said Headmaster Chris Cleveland. “Wesleyan cannot solve the problem of our over-scheduled and busy culture, but we have to be the type of place that takes a stand for our families and contributes to the solution side of the issue.”

Reach Out: Wesleyan’s motto – JOY: Jesus, Others, Yourself – is lived out each year through outreach both locally and around the world. It is a fundamental part of the Wesleyan School experience for all K-12 students. Starting in kindergarten, students participate in local outreach projects to serve multiple organizations including Atlanta Youth Academy, North Fulton Community Charities, Norcross Cooperative Ministry, and Good Samaritan Health Center to name a few. Older students participate in similar outreach projects along with annual mission trips. Each year nearly 200 students and staff head across the globe and work together to develop spiritual leadership, cultivate a Biblical world view, and serve communities in areas like the Dominican Republic, South Africa, Panama, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Bulgaria, Atlanta, and Tennessee. Mission trips for the Wesleyan

2016-2017 school year will be unveiled in the fall.

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LOOKING BACK, PAYING IT FORWARD (CON TI N U ED)

WOODWARD ACADEMY Milestones: Woodward Academy launched an innovative and wide-ranging new Global Connections program to provide even greater global opportunities for our students. Woodward’s program is unique in that it takes a holistic approach—combining opportunities for study abroad with homestay programs for international students, sister school relationships, and language certification for students. Woodward is the first school in the nation to implement the International Certification testing program for Upper School students in five languages. During Spring Break 2016, a group of 24 Upper School students traveled to Cuba. During this historic trip, students experienced the country after more than 50 years of communism, repression, and economic isolation.

Reach Out: Upper School students devote more than 5,000 hours to service projects annually. Three annual service projects including a canned food drive benefiting the Atlanta Community Food Bank, fundraiser for The Terranova School, our sister school in Zambia, Africa and A walk-a-thon to benefit our neighborhood Jesse Draper Boys & Girls Club. Last year Woodward alone donated 23,000 pounds of food and $19,000 to the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Since 1997, the Academy also has donated $500,000 to the Jesse Draper Boys & Girls Club and in the last 10 years has raised $225,000 for Terranova.

(Note: Many public schools and some private schools couldn’t be reached for comment at press time, but we would love to hear from them throughout the year. Email the editor at SCollins@LifestylePubs.com with updates, news and event photos) 20

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2 Boys Inspire 2B Whole ARTICLE LIA PICARD

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t first glance, 2B Whole Gluten-Free European Bakery’s baked goods may look like traditional, decadent European treats. Even upon tasting them you may think so. But, there’s more than meets the eye at 2B Whole. All of the products are gluten free, and many of them don’t contain other allergens like dairy, egg and soy. The bakery even offers a paleo line for the Crossfit inclined.

The woman behind the Alpharetta bakery, Toula Argentis, has been a baking enthusiast for more than 20 years but didn’t always dream of opening a bakery. So how did she get here? The driving force behind her becoming a small business owner was her two sons. Her oldest son had been diagnosed with a neurological disorder – he wasn’t eating, and he was losing weight rapidly. Fifteen years ago the gluten free scene was not what it is today. The food that was available didn’t taste very good, and it was much more expensive. So Argentis went on a mission.

She decided that to get something done, she would have to do it herself. She discovered the gluten free recipes she was using just didn’t taste good, or they didn’t work, so she began tweaking them. Almost every recipe she liked had been carefully modified. But, there was a payoff. “They started eating again and I was happy,” said Argentis.

Not only were the boys happy with the food she was making, but her older son started to show more focus and perform better in school. And, she didn’t have to cook two menus to include gluten free foods and traditional foods.

The more she baked for the boys, the more she realized she wanted to share this passion with the world. She started with shared kitchen space in Kennesaw taking wholesale orders, and eventually evolved her business into her storefront in downtown Alpharetta.

All of this, while working full time at a corporate job, until earlier this year. Now, she goes beyond gluten free breads and has expanded her line to include pastries, pizza dough and breakfast items.

She also has advice to offer for parents who may be facing similar challenges. “Don’t get discouraged and don’t panic.” She recommends looking at all the available resources (including herself) and talking to holistic practitioners as well as traditional medical practitioners. Additionally, she will be doing a monthly wellness talk at Lako Family Chiropractic in Roswell as a way to offer more support.

Her sons’ health was the impetus for her bakery, but they’re also her inspiration. Even still, “They’re my little taste testers.”

You can find 2B Whole Gluten Free European bakery at 42 Milton Avenue, right across from the square. The shop is closed on Sunday and Monday, but open 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Thursday; 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturday. You can also order products online at 2BWhole.net.

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Driver’s Notebook

ALL NEW. ALL GOOD.

THE 2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LIMITED

ARTICLE DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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t first impression, Hyundai’s “Style To Raise The Bar” motto for

The highly recommended Tech ($2,500) and Ultimate ($1,900)

its all-new 2017 Elantra certainly confirmed validity. Available in

Packages boast everything from touchscreen navigation, to

three trims—Eco (starting at $17,150), SE ($20,650), and the Limited

a power sunroof, a premium six-speaker Infinity sound sys-

(beginning at $22,350)—the value Hyundai offers immediately wows

tem enhanced with Clari-Fi Music Restoration Technology, an

considering all of this model’s augmentations from bumper to bumper.

auto-dimming rearview mirror, Smart Cruise Control, and HID

Addressing the more curvaceous exterior, the Limited’s standards are

“Dynamic Bending Lights” that follow the turns of the steering

plentiful, including its signature chrome hexagonal grille crowning a

wheel for optimal visibility to list a few.

lowered front fascia, 17-inch alloy wheels, side mirror turn indicators, and a bottom rear spoiler for sporty edginess.

With a respectable 32 combined city (28) and highway (37) milesper-gallon average, and four standard warranty packages including

Inside, the Limited’s abundance of technology and driver-friendly fea-

America’s top 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain to help ensure wor-

tures separates itself from most competitors. Standouts include the Blue

ry-free longevity, the all-new Elantra will undoubtedly be welcomed

Link Car System, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, proximity key with

with open arms worldwide.

a push-button starter, rearview camera, hands-free smart trunk, and the dual-threat smartphone connectivity labeled “Android Auto” and “Apple

BASE PRICE: $22,350

CarPlay” which make desired apps available on the 7-inch touchscreen.

Review model with fees, carpeted floor mats, Tech Package ($2,500)

The 2.0L, four-cylinder 147-horsepower engine is enjoyed in three driving

and Ultimate Package ($1,900) - $27,710

modes—Normal, Sport and ECO—supplemented with premium safety

GAS MILEAGE: 28 city/37 highway/32 combined

installations including electronic stability control, blind spot detection, and numerous airbags throughout the cabin.

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For more information, visit HyundaiUSA.com.

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At Woodward Academy, students of all learning styles come together from every religious, ethnic, and cultural background, making our school a microcosm of the world.

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City Scene

Milton First Responders Foundation Community Volunteers ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS |PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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ilton First Responders Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Georgia corporation comprised entirely of volunteer citizens.

One hundred percent of the profits from fundraising events support their on-going mission: “To provide financial support for Milton first responder employees injured in the line of duty or enduring a family hardship and to purchase supplementary/non-budgeted equipment and training materials.”

In order to raise funds to fulfill their mission and increase community awareness, MFRF is building a team of volunteers willing to offer their time and talents to support various activities throughout the year. This might be volunteering at an event, earning service hours for school or work, donating products/services/gifts to be used for raffles and silent auction items, etc. Volunteers are not obliged to commit to any certain number of hours and can select which activities fit their schedules and interests.

MFRF also strives to connect local businesses with services that might benefit our first responders directly. A recent example is local attorney, John Hill, who stepped up in a big way by donating many hours of his time and expertise to assist Milton Firefighters and Police Officers with invaluable legal services. Hill personally drafted 39 Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Medical Directives for first responders and their spouses. This equates to $25,000 worth of work had he charged for these services. Due to the innate hazards of their professions, it is crucial that first responders have these documents in order to protect their families should the unthinkable happen. Hill stated, “It was an honor to work these local heroes.”

Representatives at the Milton First Responders Foundation send their appreciation to Mr. Hill for generously offering his time and services to ensure that our first responders have these important documents in order.

For more information about MFRF, to volunteer or donate time or resources, please visit their website at MiltonFirstResponders.org or on Facebook at Facebook.com/MiltonFRF

business directory DENTISTS & ORTHODONTICS Golsen Denistry (770) 667-4855 golsendental.com

EDUCATION

Pinecrest Academy 770.888.4477 pinecrestacademy.org Woodward Academy (404) 765-4037 woodward.edu

FASHION & ACCESSORIES ShaneCo (678) 393-0701 ShaneCo.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS

DecisionPoint (888) 892-8178 dpwellnesscenter.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

Milton Mechanical (770) 360-1297 miltonhvac.com Sewell (404) 255-0604 subzero-wolf.com atlanta

LEGAL

Williams & Williams Law Firm (770) 823-2711 wwattorneys.com

MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES

Aesthetic Speciality Centre (770) 393-9000 asc-psd.com Childrens Hospital of Atlanta (404) 835-4552 IV-OLOGY Infusion Solutions (678) 840-9105 iv-ology.com

Classic Blinds & Shutters (770) 924-0282 classicblindsandshutters.com

Northside Hospital Forsyth (770) 844-3200 northside.com/forsyth

The Dump thedump.com

The Graivier Center (770) 772-0695 THEGRAIVIERCENTER.COM

HOME SERVICES

Closets by Design Atlanta (770) 418-2112 closetsbydesign.com Dream House Painting (678) 873-2821 dreamhousepainting.com Elite Roofing and Restoration (678) 781-1996 eliteroofingga.com

REAL ESTATE

Rhonda Shell/ Keller Williams (678) 576-1914 kw.com/kw/agent/rhondashell

SALONS & SPAS Van Michael (404) 250-3356 vanmichael.com

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Sold Properties Recently SOLD Alpharetta Properties NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD

% LIST/SOLD

DOM*

BEDS

FB

HB

Windward

$2,195,000

$1,912,500

87%

76

6

6

2

Blue Valley

$1,425,000

$1,300,000

91%

149

5

6

2

Country Club of the South

$1,080,000

$1,030,000

95%

74

5

4

2

None

$989,900

$975,000

98%

204

4

3

0

Haynes Manor

$899,000

$854,500

95%

54

5

6

1

Kingsley Estates

$890,000

$878,000

98%

16

6

6

1

Windward

$918,000

$795,000

86%

341

4

4

1

Country Club of the South

$795,000

$757,500

95%

109

5

5

1

Glen Abbey

$695,000

$675,000

97%

19

6

5

1

Palisades

$675,000

$650,000

96%

86

5

4

1

Hearthstone

$675,000

$655,000

97%

16

5

4

1

The Hermitage

$668,000

$650,000

97%

0

5

4

0

Manor North

$639,900

$652,682

102%

181

4

4

1

Glen Abbey

$659,900

$642,000

97%

39

6

5

0

Evergrace

$639,900

$649,000

101%

98

5

5

1

Windward

$665,000

$635,000

95%

35

5

5

0

Park Brooke

$639,900

$639,900

100%

15

6

5

0

Glen Abbey

$629,500

$627,000

99%

2

6

5

0

Fieldstone Farms

$625,900

$597,500

95%

12

5

4

0

Deerlake

$619,900

$619,900

100%

8

6

4

1

Windward

$539,900

$528,000

97%

2

5

4

1

MLS Statistics from 4/1/16 - 4/30/16. All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed.

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$495,000

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Lifestyle Calendar

August ALL MONTH UNITED WAY BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM NORTH FULTON COMMUNITY CHARITIES Let’s get kids excited about school! This August we help families prepare

AUGUST 20

for school by providing new backpacks filled with school supplies to stu-

TOUCH-A-TRUCK ALPHARETTA

dents in grades K-12. The backpacks are distributed during our Back to

WILLIS PARK

School Health and Wellness Fair. To download the current school supply

Imaginations will soar as they explore the parking lot filled with trucks

list and Back to School event flier visit UnitedWayAtlanta.org

of all shapes and sizes including a fire truck, limo, dump truck, school

AUGUST 5TH, 6TH, AND 19TH CHUKKAR FARM CONCERTS CHUKKAR FARM

bus, 18-wheeler and police vehicles! Lots to do: bounce inflatables, Interactive games, animal balloons, and face painting! Cash only for food and drinks, parking and admission free. Photo courtesy of Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau.

August 5 and 6, James Casto and

AUGUST 23

friends acoustic concert At Chukkar

LUNCH & LEARN

Farm Event. August 19, TGIF Jazz

CLASSIC BLINDS & SHUTTERS

concert at Chukkar Farm Event ,

Classic

shows starts at 8:00, gates open at

Learn (for homeowners and designers). All most welcome!

6:30. Photo courtesy of Alpharetta

WindowTreatmentsAlpharetta.com

Blinds

&

Shutters

20th

Anniversary

Lunch

and

Convention & Visitors Bureau.

AUGUST 5TH & 6TH, 8:00P.M.- 10:00P.M. ACT1 THEATER PRESENTS SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL ACT1 THEATER 180 ACADEMY STREET The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing Whos. Horton faces a double challenge–not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg! 770-663-8989

AUGUST 25

Adult $20, Child $17 (12 and under), Senior $17(60+)

MAYOR’S CORPORATE CHALLENGE 5K AND BLOCK PARTY

AUG 7-14

ALPHARETTA CITY HALL The 20th annual running of The Mayor’s Corporate Challenge is

USTA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GIRLS 12

hosted by the Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Lexis Nexis and the City of

WINDWARD LAKE CLUB TENNIS CENTER

Alpharetta. The race will Start and Finish in front of City Hall down-

Watch over 100 girls, from all over the country, compete for United

town Alpharetta. Something for everyone including: Kids Fun Run, 5K

States Tennis Association National Championship- Girls 12. The tour-

Race, Food Truck Alley and Live Music. Photo courtesy of Alpharetta

nament will be held here in Alpharetta at the Windward Lake Club

Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Tennis Center.

AUGUST 12

AUGUST 27 ALPHARETTA ART IN THE PARK

THE FANTASTICKS

MAIN STREET & MILTON AVENUE

ACT3 PLAYHOUSE

Creativity hits the park in charming Downtown Alpharetta. This outdoor

Act3 company has announced its sixth season opening August 12

artists market features handcrafted work by local artists who create mas-

with the world’s longest-running musical, The Fantasticks. With book

terpieces right before your eyes. Come enjoy the pottery, woodwork,

and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt and featuring

metalwork, jewelry creations, handmade children’s clothing, photogra-

the song “Try to Remember,” the musical recently completed a 51-

phy, watercolor, oil, soaps and lotions, mosaic art and much more. Photo

year Off-Broadway run. Act3Productions.org

courtesy of Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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Parting Thoughts

Thank You for Making a Difference WORDS PAIGE SPOONER

S

chool is back in session this month and the moaning and groaning about not wanting summer to end has begun.

I’m not ready.

It’s too soon.

Summer is too short.

I don’t want to get up so early.

The author, school-aged.

I don’t want to do homework everyday.

This is probably similar to what you’re hearing at your house, as well. All they want is to sleep in, hang out with friends, have sleepovers, and be spontaneous rather than returning to strict schedules. And who can blame them? That’s the fun of being a kid and the magic of summertime.

But, don’t forget to share with them your story… you know, the one about that unforgettable person who made all the difference in your life- the one who gave you the confidence to come out of your shell and become the person you are now.

I can vividly remember my special someone. Her name was Coach Roye. Fortunately for me, she seemed to cross my path early on and continually throughout elementary, middle and high school. She coached me in swim team, basketball, and track (along with her wonderful husband). She taught religion class, PE and science, but most importantly, she was that go-to person that I could confide in when things weren’t going so well or if I just needed someone safe to talk with. She was the one I went to to share my burdens and get clear perspective.

She listened and helped and coached me in life, not just on the field, court, pool and classroom. She was that spiritual influence that kept me grounded and walking in my faith. Coach Roye instilled

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in me drive and passion to do my best in all that I attempted.

I may not have always been the best athlete, but she made me want to work harder and never, ever give up…through injuries and obstacles.

I recently saw a photo of her- still teaching, coaching and mentoring- still making a difference and impacting young lives. I thought to myself: What if our paths had never crossed? Would I have the same passion and zest for life? Would I have made different choices had she not guided me and given her time so selflessly? Without her inspiration, there is no way of telling which direction life would have taken. Maybe to a completely different place, one that didn’t include the valuable lessons she taught me…the lessons that made my world make sense.

She taught me that there is great reward when you work hard for something and put all that you have into it. She taught me that nothing worthwhile is ever easy...that love sometimes hurts, but it’s always worth the risk. She taught me that friendship is the core of real joy and that keeping God at the center of our lives is essential to living well.

It all comes down to the relationships we form during school, doesn’t it?

So, as I hear back-to-school complaints about having to set alarms early again and watch them reluctantly drag themselves out of bed, I hope and I pray that my kids will find inspiration in an outstanding teacher, coach or mentor this year…someone they can trust that will lead them along the right path now and positively influence their future steps forever!

From having licensed physical therapists and certified athletic trainers who only work with kids to using Dartfish motion analysis to correct mechanics and prevent injuries, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta offers the specialized care needed to keep young football stars playing at the highest level. Whether it’s a torn ACL, a shoulder injury, or a concussion, the pediatric experts at Children’s will get your superstar back on the field as quickly and safely as possible.

We’re proud to serve Forsyth and Fulton county athletes.

Find the location nearest you at choa.org/sportsmed.

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