Alpharetta April 2017

Alpharetta APRIL 2017

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Lifestyle Letter

Hello, AL!

APRIL 2017

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hen we moved last year, a scrawny orange tabby held court on the front porch while we got settled. The kids insisted we feed him. I checked with our new neighbors, the former resident of the house and the online neighborhood community to see if anyone was hunting for the friendly house cat. No takers. When my husband scooped up the cat for a vet visit, an implanted identification chip revealed an owner's contact information and after some formalities, we spoke to a confused elderly woman who once gifted the cat to her daughter. The daughter had since moved to Colorado and had told her cat-loving mom that the cat had perished before the move. We're not sure exactly what path the tabby took to our porch, but it was clear after a few months that this 11-year-old cat wasn't budging. My daughter named him Tanqueray in honor of what she thinks is a classic and classy spirit. Now Tanque ("Tank," but fancier) stands sentry by the food dish, a good 10 pounds heavier than his days on the street.

Like most pets do, Tanque tip-toed into our hearts and will forever be a Collins.

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P.O. Box 12608 Overland Park, KS 66282-3214 Proverbs 3:5-6 Alpharetta Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of Alpharetta’s most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors.

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April 2017

Departments

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Around Town

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Page Turners

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Local Limelight

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Open House

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Driver’s Notebook

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Realty Report

36

Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

20 Kids First

Eating out with kids, made easy.

22 Pretty Pets

Our afternoon at Newtown Dog Park.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

SPRING IN THE SMOKIES

Inc. The tournament will be held at The Manor Golf and Country Club in Alpharetta on May 16. Jeremy Johnson and the whole team at Elite Roofing and Restoration are passionate about helping children in Forsyth county who don't have a roof over their heads each night.

Elite has teamed up with Family Promise who responds to the needs of more than 360 homeless children in Forsyth County by integrating educational outreach, smart programming, effective policies, and the hands-on work of volunteers like Jeremy, to host this annual golf tournament. Through events and outreaches like this, Family Promise

The Swag, a 14-room rustic mountain hideaway in North Carolina,

is able to provide food, housing, and support services for homeless

kicks off its 36th season on April 21st with a roster of programs that

families. In addition, Family Promise provides advice and advocacy for

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Around Town

(CON TI N UED)

is in its 52nd year of operation. It has steadily grown into metro Atlanta and Georgia’s spring social and sporting event of the year. The event is held annually at the beautiful 435acre Kingston Downs complex. Guests range from children to corporate executives and the event offers a wide range of opportunities for spectators. Steeplechase patrons enjoy the circuit’s best horses and jockeys showcased in five premier races throughout the afternoon.

The daylong event is filled with more than racing: the Von Maur hat contests, tent contests, a foxhound parade, skydivers, the Publix Supermarket Charities Kidz Coral , terrier races, shopping, people watching, and so much more.

From the party place, the Infield, to the corporate exclusive Chairman’s Tent, the Atlanta Steeplechase offers something for everyone.

Tickets range from $30-$350 with children 12 and younger admitted for free. For more information visit AtlantaSteeplechase.org.

WINE AND FUN IN DESTIN Each year, South Walton becomes the epicenter of the wine world during the last weekend of April as South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival and Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) team up to host the preeminent vintners from around the world. Held in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival features more than 800 wines, celebrity winemakers, the Savor South Walton Culinary Village, tasting seminars, live entertainment, Spirits Row and Champagne Lane. The star-studded lineup of 2016 celebrity winemakers includes wine superstars Cristina Mariani-May of Castello Banfi Vintners and Pomerol Powerhouse Ronan Laborde of Chateau Clinet, among others. In conjunction with the festival, Destin Charity Wine Auction, ranked among the “Top 10 Charity Wine Auction in the U.S.” by Wine Spectator magazine, raises funds for children in need in Northwest Florida by auction exclusion one-of-kind lots and rare wines. This year DCWAF will honor Ric Forman of Forman Vineyards as its 2016 honorary vintner and Cristina Mariani-May of Castello Banfi Vintners as the 2016 international honorary vintner. Learn more about this ultimate wine weekend at SoWalWine.com and DCWAF.com.

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Page Turners

TIPS FOR A HAPPY LIFE

from man's best friend ARTICLE GARRY MCDANIEL AND SHARON MASSEN

sk anyone what their goal is in life and their answer

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will probably be, “To be happy.”

“YOU CAN COUNT ON ME.”

If our dogs could talk, they would share five rea-

When we ask pet owners what they admire most about their dog,

sons we can improve our happiness through their exam-

loyalty is usually first on the list. Loyalty is the confidence that you can

ple. Here is a snippet of that conversation.

count on others to be true to you and do the right thing even if it is difficult and even if you are not present. Dogs are loyal to their pack and display amazing loyalty to their owners. So Tip # 1 on the list of things we can do to increase our own happiness is to ensure we are loyal so we strengthen our relationships with others.

“TELL ME YOUR PROBLEMS.” Dogs are among the best listeners ever! You can spend hours talking to your dog and he or she will hang on every word. This is not usually the case for our friends, associates, or even family members.

Tip # 2 then is to take time to listen to others and make sure you understand what they have to say before you share your point of view.

“LET’S PLAY!” One of the best things about dogs is their curiosity and desire to play.

Tip # 3 – step outside of your daily routine, take the dog out for a walk, and pledge to have at least one experience a week that is just plain fun.

“I FORGIVE YOU.” Even if you come home late, skip a walk, run out of their favorite treat, or accidently step on their tail, your dog will not hold a grudge against you. Humans, on the other hand, can hold on to real or imagined insults forever! All this does is create stress and keep us from moving on with our lives. Tip # 4 – let go of bitterness and resentment toward yourself or others.

“I LOVE YOU NO MATTER WHAT.” Our work environment and educational system are based on the carrot and stick: “Do this for me and I’ll give you that.” Unfortunately, Garry McDaniel and Sharon Massen speak nationally on

this approach often carries over to our relationships and we begin to

what individuals and organizations can learn from dogs about

place conditions on our affections with others. Dogs love you whether

leadership, team building, and customer service. Their book,

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Making Dogs Her Life "I

think you missed your calling,” a career counselor

told

Melissa

“Often the term ‘pet sitter’ is used incor-

Hampton

rectly, referring to anyone—from a family

Perlman in 2009. She laughs remembering

friend to the neighborhood teenager asked

her initial reaction: “I have a calling? How

to walk a dog—as a ‘pet sitter,’” explains

can you tell over the phone?”

Melissa. “It is important that pet owners

That conversation revealed Melissa could

understand that pet sitting is a professional

turn her hobby—taking care of friends’ and

career and professional pet-sitting services

neighbors’ pets and homes while they were

like PPPT offer peace of mind that other pet-

away—into a business. “I had never thought

care options cannot.”

about it that way before!” says Melissa, who

On a typical day Melissa is up early, start-

was raised on a farm in Missouri and had

ing pet visits at 6 a.m. “Visits are scheduled

been working in facilities management. “I

every 45 minutes to an hour,” she says, often

do love pets. Animals have always been a

until 9 p.m. “Training sessions and lunch

huge part of my life.”

walks occur midday, followed by happy hour

Now she’s doing what she loves, loving what she does, and getting lots of furry love back.

and dinner visits and finally bedtime checks or overnight sleepovers.” Each visit always

Pawsitively Purrfect Pet Tails (PPPT), which

includes bios, washed and replenished water

she founded and operates, offers at-home

and food bowls (as appropriate), and what

services including dog walks and pet visits

she calls "the best part:" capturing a pet pic-

(for play time and affection as well as feeding,

ture and sending it along with a detailed text

watering and administering any necessary

to a pet parent who is at work or traveling. “A

medications), training and behavioral modifi-

picture is worth a thousand words or senti-

cation sessions, pet sleepovers, and pet trans-

ments,” says Melissa.

portation anywhere in metro Johns Creek.

Keeping pets at home provides an envi-

PPPT appeals to pet owners who want

ronment where they feel safe and secure. “It

their pets to remain comfortably at home

reduces the risk of a safety concern,” says

while they are away. “People want what’s

Melissa, who has been trained in pet first

best for their pets and to know that who-

aid. “There’s no chance of mixing up food or

ever is in their house is someone they can

medications with another animal. Plus, I can

trust,” says Melissa, who as sole proprietor

give your home a lived-in look since I can

is hands-on for all aspects of her business.

bring the mail in or take the garbage out.”

She ensures that each client receives per-

She will also take action if anything is amiss,

sonalized service.

whether it’s a gas or propane aroma or a pet

Melissa is a member of Pet

behaving out of the ordinary.

Sitters International, the world’s

Relationships are the key. “There is some-

largest educational associa-

thing special about being able to look at a dog

tion for professional pet sit-

or cat and tell what a trigger is,” says Melissa.

ters, as well as the National

“I get to know them. It’s not just a simple run

Association of Professional

over and let them go to the bathroom or clean

Pet Sitters and the Georgia

a litter box. When I’m at your house it’s all

Network

of

Professional

Pet Sitters. PPPT is bonded, insured, licensed and registered plus vet recommended and pet approved.

about your pet and that relationship.”

For a free in-home consultation (a.k.a. scratch and sniff interview), contact:

Pawsitively

Purrfect Pet Tails, Melissa Hampton Perlman, 770.789.2077, PawsPurrsAndPetTails@gmail.com

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ried food, sugary drinks and limited

HOW CAN PARENTS MODIFY KIDS’ ORDERS AT

LEAD BY EXAMPLE AND REGULARLY INTRO-

options...navigating the kid’s menu while

RESTAURANTS TO MAKE THEM HEALTHIER?

DUCE KIDS TO

adhering to healthy nutrition can be chal-

Ask for sauces or dressings on the side

lenging. We tapped into the brains of two

and add less of these to the meal than what is

Involve your kids in choosing new vegeta-

Northside Hospital outpatient dietitians and

typically served. Choose baked, broiled, grilled,

bles to try when you’re at the grocery store.

here they share their tips on how to make

steamed, or roasted over fried foods. Replace

Allow kids to taste them many times with

healthy choices while dining out with kids.

French fries with fruits or vegetables. Opt for

other familiar options to slowly expand their

whole grain options such as 100 percent whole

palate. Model and apply the same guidelines

grain breads and pastas or brown rice.

for a family dinner at home when eating out.

THE DIETICIANS:

Leah Galante, MS, RDN, LD

and Elyse Sartor, RDN, LD

NEW HEALTHY OPTIONS AT HOME FIRST.

HOW SHOULD YOU WORK WITH PICKY KIDS

WHAT ARE THE HEALTHIEST STAPLES THAT ARE OFTEN FOUND ON KID'S MENUS?

WHEN DINING OUT?

Parents can encourage kids to try bites of

Some of the healthiest staples on kid’s

new foods off of their plates while allowing

menus include: baked or grilled chicken or

the child to choose foods with which they

fish, carrots and celery sticks, broccoli, apple

are familiar. Don’t force kids to eat if they

slices, orange slices, grapes, fruit cup, apple-

aren’t hungry, but offer healthy options

sauce and low fat milk or yogurt. Don’t just

and try to stick to a similar meal and snack

stick to the kids menu. Look at the options

schedule even when eating out.

from the main menu —especially the sides — and consider splitting a meal or parts of your meal with your kids.

WHAT ABOUT THE BEST BEVERAGES?

Choose healthy beverages to avoid sugary drinks like sodas, lemonades and fruit drinks.

Try swapping sodas for sparkling water with citrus slices, an umbrella, a tint of100 percent fruit juice, or swirly straws. Consider letting your kids create a healthier “signature” beverage with common ingredients.

TEACH CHOOSING HEALTHY OPTIONS AT RESTAURANTS BY DOING IT YOURSELVES.

If you are choosing vegetables over fries or grilled chicken instead of fries, kids will be more apt to do so as well. You can also provide your kid with 2-3 healthy meal choices from the menu and let them choose from those for themselves.

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Maggie and Mia, from the photographer's sweet vantage point.

Caryn Sokol and Clover, a pup she fostered from Bosley's Place (Clover has a forever home now!)

Theodore is a 2-year old Yorkie.

His owner is Alexa Mulrooney who works at Alpharetta Animal Hospital.

We love Coco! And so does our Advertising Manager, Karyn Slovin.

Bentley belongs to Lance Higginbotham (or the other way around?).

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Griffin goes home with Caryn Sokol, but first, strikes a pose.

ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY KRIS WOOTEN

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e know your pet is the prettiest, but aren't these guys cute, too?

We met some precious pooches at the

Newtown Dog Park in Alpharetta and wanted you to meet them, too. Share your favorite photos of your family furever friend on our Facebook page or send the editor a photo and tell us why your pet needs our love!

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PRETTY PETS (CON TI N U ED)

A special thanks to these wonderful humans who shared their pups with us this month.

• Bo is a French Bull and Chihuahua rescued by Rita Baker.

Account

Manager

and

Coco,

a Jackabee.

•

Kim Davis and Coco's sister, Abby

•

Lance Higginbotham and his 2-year old Golden Retriever, Bentley

• Samantha is the Lifestyle Publications mascot, keeping Jim Newman and Darce Richardson in check.

Karyn Slovin, Lifestyle Publications

Alexa

Mulrooney

Animal

Hospital

of

Alpharetta

and Theodore,

her 2-year old Yorkie.

•

Rita Baker, park neighbor, and her rescue, Bo, a French Bulldog and Chihuahua mix.

•

Karon Kemp and Maggie and Mia and Karon and Don Kemp's daughter, Alice Kemp's Dachshund mix, Brave.

Abby goes the distance while her sister, Coco, and new pal, Brave, admire her form.

•

Caryn Sokol's fostered rescue, Clover and Griffin and Joey. Clover was rescued

by Bosley's Place. BosleysPlace.com

•

Darce Richardson, Associate Editor and

her

sweet

girl,

Samantha.

With Sammy's chauffeur, Lifestyle Publications Publisher, Jim Newman.

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PEACEFUL KIDS ARTICLE MARIA SMITH

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any kids today spend most of their time bouncing from one activity to the next, juggling multiple pieces of technology, and finishing the hours of homework they seem to get every night. The thought of adding one more thing to their schedule seems like it would be the thing that pushes them over the top. However, when that extra activity is

yoga, it might be just what’s needed.

Life Time Fitness Alpharetta believes that yoga can be a vehicle used for the transformation of mind, body, and spirit for both children and adults. The children’s yoga sessions are taught by the skilled yoga teachers who understand how to make yoga fun for kids as young as 3 years old.

Alpharetta Lifestyle reached out to Sedef Dion, co-creator of Pre-Grounded Kids Yoga to learn more about the benefits of yoga for children. Dion leads yoga classes for kids at Life Time Fitness Alpharetta.

AL: WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS FOR KIDS WHO PRACTICE YOGA? SEDEF DION: Practicing

yoga is helpful in many ways:

• Improves strength and flexibility for the body • Increases happiness and self-esteem • Enhances self-awareness and self-regulation • Builds capacity to focus and concentrate • Teaches simple, easy to remember ways to deal with anxiety, stress, anger, fear while fostering an overall sense of well-being • Improves sleep and digestion AL: CAN ANYONE PRACTICE YOGA, INCLUDING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS? SEDEF DION:

Absolutely! Yes! Yoga is safe and beneficial for any age and ability level. Through

breathing exercises, yoga poses, chanting (repetitive sound), flowing sequences and a deep relaxation period, kids with special needs are exposed to the powerful benefits of yoga. Students are guided through concrete directions and visuals. Yoga assists the ability to focus and concentrate and helps improve both fine and gross motor skills. It contributes to improved communication and building responsive and interactive relationships while reducing anxiety.

AL: WHY SHOULD CHILDREN BE TAUGHT YOGA? SEDEF DION:

Children should be taught yoga so they can build an awareness of their breath,

their bodies and have tools they can work with to gain flexibility and peace of mind when they need it. As part of the practice of yoga, kids slow down, hold certain postures, breathe in a certain way and think creatively. Yoga encourages children to master themselves rather than wait for an adult to control them. By participating in yoga class, children will have a solid foundation for a happier, healthier life.

Yoga can help children learn the tools to calm down, center themselves, and find focus and balance in their lives. Want to give it a try? Contact Life Time Fitness Alpharetta (LifeTimeFitness. com) or Grounded Kids Yoga (GoGrounded.com) for schedules and events.

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A beautiful upgraded bathroom at Harbour Overlook

ARTICLE MARIA SMITH

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or anyone looking to upgrade their humble (or not so humble) abode, there are many things that can be done when it comes to home renovations.

Adding some luxury touches in the bathroom, kitchen or the exterior of the house can bring significant return on investment.

For some expert home renovation assistance, Alpharetta Lifestyle turned to the beautiful Windward community and consulted with Rhonda Shell of Rhonda Shell Real Estate, a local real estate expert, for information on home resale and renovation.

This idyllic enclave in North Fulton contains 3,400 acres surrounding Lake Windward, a 195 acre private lake, and is a great place to view spectacular upgrades at every price point. Alpharetta Lifestyle looked at homes in Windward that are in the $400,000, $800,000, and $1 million+ range to find out their home renovation secrets.

$400,000 HOME: HARBOUR OVERLOOK, UPGRADED BATHROOM

This beautiful home has a fantastic renovated master bath with a tile shower big enough for two. Neutral materials were used for the best resale value. Start with top-notch fixtures and focus on creating a spa-like feel. Even adding spa-quality towels can elevate the feel of a bathroom. Also, think about trying to incorporate modern and unique comfort features such as a towel warmer, floor-to-ceiling steam shower, bench, modern faucets, natural light, walk in shower, free-standing modern tub.

The U.S. News and World Report found bathroom renovations can yield an average 62% return on monetary investment, one of the highest margins of any remodel project. However, the caveat is that the remodel has to be done right. This means focusing a master bath remodel on creating a relaxing and inviting atmosphere that will keep anyone happy.

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Harbour's Master Bath $800,000 HOME: BENT CREEK, MODERNIZED KITCHEN

This luxurious house features a totally renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large center island. People spend the most time in the kitchen so it’s no wonder it is called the heart of the home.

The truth is that a beautiful kitchen and master bathroom will sell a house. People will always look at these rooms first. Often, minor improvements can yield major dividends. According to Remodeling magazine's annual analysis of cost versus value, a kitchen "face-lift" will return more than a full redesign. This could include painting, refinishing surfaces, and upgrading appliances. The key is spending the money you have wisely on quality products and design.

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• Buy energy efficient, stainless steel appliances for a modern feel.

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One of the first things that people notice about this house is the open and airy space but this can be done in most homes. To achieve this look, choose neutral paint colors to enlarge spaces and make rooms feel more spacious and airy. Try to have furniture groupings float away from walls to make rooms feel larger. In more traditional floor plans, paint adjoining spaces the same neutral color to create flow from one space to another.

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Renovating doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Just try to keep improvements in line with the value of the home. And there’s no need to renovate and sell immediately. The longer someone stays in a renovated house, the more likely they are to recoup their costs. So, what’s the holdup? Ready, set, renovate! RhondaShellRealEstate.com April 2017 | AlpharettaLifestylePubs.com

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Driver’s Notebook

2017 INFINITI Q60 RED SPORT 400 INFINITI GIVES SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS 400 REASONS TO CONSIDER THEIR ALL-NEW COUPE. ARTICLE DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON

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nfiniti has always impressed auto enthusiasts with their will to go

control; the Driver Assistance Package featuring forward collision

the extra mile, assuring every model of their fleet combines luxury,

warning, rear cross traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, and

finesse, power and technological advancement since boldly enter-

signature Around View Monitor ($2,250) eases an owner’s mind;

ing the market in the ‘90s. Lucky for us, brand-new models like this

and the Premium Plus Package ($2,250) with heated front seats,

stunning 2017 Q60 Red Sport 400 coupe sustains the automaker’s

remote engine start, and Infiniti InTouch keeps passengers truly

prestigious reputation. Presented in an astounding ten different mod-

connected to apps and infotainment. Note that while the exclusive

els depending on engine designs and added features, the well-ap-

Dynamic Sunstone Red fulfills the “Sport” theme, the reviewed

pointed Red Sport 400 boasts the horsepower (400) surging from

Liquid Platinum and Iridium Blue exteriors paired with Monaco Red

its 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine, crimson red sport brake calipers,

leather interior will turn just as many heads thanks to Infiniti’s con-

attractive exhaust tip design, and 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels

tinued devotion for striking design.

encased in special summer performance tires to list a few standouts.

Ultimately, the affordable 2017 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 is the

While the base model is generously equipped with numerous

total package that efficaciously preserves the loyalty of their enthusi-

amenities such as manual shift mode, speed-sensitive power steer-

asts and sends competitors back to the drawing board.

ing, a booming Bose 13-speaker sound system, Infiniti InTouch dual display to helpfully separate navigation from other driver functions, extensive LED lighting, and different drive modes still set at a

FUEL ECONOMY:

base price of $51,300. However, the highly-recommended options

20 city/27 highway/ 22 combined

of the review model complete the optimal driving experience. The

BASE PRICE:

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NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS BATHS

Five Oaks Farm

$1,450,000

$1,360,000

94%

25

6

6

Windward

$1,098,000

$1,025,000

93%

113

7

7

White Columns

$1,039,000

$934,500

90%

237

5

5

Crooked Creek

$879,000

$828,000

94%

20

5

4

Falls of Autry Mill

$839,000

$810,000

96%

10

5

5

White Columns

$775,000

$733,889

95%

70

5

4

Crooked Creek

$744,900

$715,000

96%

77

6

5

Nesbit Lakes

$739,900

$700,000

94%

280

6

5

Palisades

$675,000

$640,000

95%

172

4

4

Bethany Green

$659,000

$625,000

95%

213

5

4

Nesbit Lakes

$604,900

$570,000

94%

178

5

3

Haynes Manor

$599,900

$580,000

97%

233

5

6

Crooked Creek

$599,900

$553,000

92%

175

6

4

Tuxford

$559,900

$510,000

91%

239

6

5

Highlands at Park Bridge

$519,900

$519,900

100%

111

5

4

Highlands at Park Bridge

$519,000

$511,000

98%

9

6

4

Windward

$529,900

$483,000

91%

34

5

4

Central Park at Deerfield

$550,935

$499,900

90%

359

4

3

Windward

$495,000

$470,000

95%

89

6

5

Windward

$475,000

$460,000

97%

52

4

3

Call us…we’d love to help you sell or buy your next home.

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April Lifestyle Calendar

the farm to win prizes. Participate in fun and games such as the peep toss, the bunny hop, and spring crafts. Hop on by and visit the Easter Bunny, too! AtlantaHistoryCenter.com

SATURDAYS ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET OLD CANTON STREET IN

APRIL 21 - 23

DOWNTOWN ALPHARETTA

BEAR ON THE SQUARE

Includes farmers with fruits, vegetables and

MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL

natural meats, gardeners with fresh flowers and

DAHLONEGA’S PUBLIC SQUARE

herbs, and makers of all sorts of edible home

One of the most beloved Spring festivals in

goods from yummy desserts and breads to local

the Southeast is celebrating its 20th anniver-

raw honey and homemade sauces, jellies, soaps.

sary: Bear on the Square is held all weekend

APRIL 1

Check for weather notices at Alpharetta.ga.us

long in and around Dahlonega's Historic Pub-

or call 678.297.6133. Saturday mornings starting

lic Square. A Live and Silent Country Auc-

SUSTAINABLE VEGETABLE GARDENING

April 15 through October 28, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

tion, music, food and wine, a juried Artists

WHOLE KIDS FOUNDATION

Photo courtesy Alpharetta CVB.

Marketplace, storytelling, free music work-

EDUCATIONAL FARM

shops, and much more! Full schedule visit

The City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Nat-

BearOnTheSquare.org. Photo by Jeff Kryder

ural Resources Commission, along with the North Fulton Master Gardeners, offers this free

APRIL 22

class to anyone interested in learning about

RUN THE RIVER 5K

sustainable gardening. They will demonstrate

ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH

sustainable practices through water conser-

Enjoy a scenic run/walk along the Chatta-

vation drip system, composting, repurposing

hoochee River as you join your fellow runners

and organic farming practices. Photo courtesy

and walkers in the 15th Annual Choate Con-

Alpharetta CVB

struction Run the River 5K/10K. Proceeds will be used to continue HomeStretch's mission

FIRST FRIDAY

of providing housing, hope, and life skills to homeless families. RoswellGov.com

FREE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS DECISIONPOINT WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Alex Kohl, PH.D., LAPC and Tanya Jones,

APRIL 22

LMSW present: The Effects of Mindfulness

RIDE FOR A REASON

and Meditation on the Brain. This course will

LIFETIME FITNESS JOHNS CREEK

provide a neuroscientific overview of how

The second annual Ride for a Reason is a

mindfulness and meditation change the

4-hour indoor cycling relay ride to raise funds

brain. The free course can be applied to LPC

APRIL 19 - 23

Continuing Education Requirements. Con-

DESIGNING FOR A DIFFERENCE

the Life Time Foundation – organizations both

tact Christie McElreath for more informa-

MILTON, GA

committed to improving the health and well-

tion: mmcelreath@dpwellnesscenter.com, or

Children’s Charities, based in Milton, Ga., will be

ness of kids. Come to Life Time Fitness Johns

visit DPWellnessCenter.com.

hosting its Designing for a Difference event the

Creek for an amazing workout, giveaways and

Clarity Farm Showcase Home and Tour. This is

refreshments. Fundraising.StJude.org

APRIL 10

the organization’s largest capital drive cam-

MAGIC MONDAY: EGG HUNT ON THE FARM

paign to date. Tickets: $25 in advance / $30 at

ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER

the door. Also available, the Children’s Char-

Celebrate springtime on the Smith Family

ities Southern Soiree, a VIP event: $250 per

Farm during their annual egg hunt. Join the

ticket. ChildrensCharitiesGA.org or Amanda

search for colorful eggs hidden throughout

White at 404.217.4643

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pets. Since we are your biggest fans (and your favorite grand daughters), we wanted to say how much we love you!

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