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APRIL 2020 PUBLISHER

Jim Newman | jnewman@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Sue Collins | scollins@lifestylepubs.com

Happy April, MY MOM USED TO SAY, “APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS.” Here in the south, our flowering trees and bulbs have already started to pop and spring is tugging us along into warmer weather.

Mom was an optimist. Living in Michigan, perhaps were it not for her sunny disposition, we would have all been miserable. Winter goes on and on there (though, not this year, as our globe struggles). My brother Tim was born in Detroit April 20 and more than once he celebrated a birthday with a toboggan party at the golf course.

Now, he lives in Northern Michigan, above the 45th parallel and chops cords of wood each fall to fuel his wood-burning furnace all winter long. He was born to embrace winter, I guess. Happy Birthday, big brother!

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I applaud his commitment to using renewable and natural resources (fallen wood from his property - helping keep the forest fire free and healthy). Over its lifecycle, the biomass is a carbon-neutral fuel source. Cool!

In my house, I can’t do anything quite as grandiose, but I recycle religiously, try to buy gently used stuff (garden tools, baby gear for the grandson, shelves for the garage, lawn furniture, even a sweet ski jacket) and add as little mass to the landfill as I can.

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It’s a drop in the bucket, but I’m going to applaud us nevertheless!

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Georgia’s $71 billion agriculture economy relies on pollinators for crops such as peaches, pecans, apples, blueberries, and strawberries. Our beloved Southern Magnolia is a super pollinator. Read all about Johns Creek’s champion pollinators on page 16.

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FEATURES 28 Compost 101 We are digging these tips from the pros at Pike Nursery

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

20 Travel Destination 24 Back Stage 28 DIY 34 Trend Setter 38 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Culinary Creations

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SCHOOL NEWS Johns Creek High School (JCHS) girl’s basketball team won the school's first region title in basketball and then a first playoff victory in school history. Additionally, the JCHS Band Director Matt Koperniak was named the 2019 Georgia Music

Educators

Association (GMEA) Music

Educator of the Year and was elected President of GMEA for the 2021-2023 term. Autrey Mill Middle School’s Orchestra Director Tim Anderson was named the 2019 Educator of the Year by the Georgia chapter of the American String Teachers Association. Wilson Creek Elementary School presented “Frozen KIDS” in late March. Third grade students at Dolvin Elementary School competed in “Read to the Final Four” with other third grade

FURKIDS GROWS STRONGER

students from Georgia. Medlock Bridge Elementary

Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters, the 18-year-

School’s Girls on the Run Club (GOTR) met with FCS

old animal rescue organization completed its long-

Board Member Linda McCain who is supporting the

term lease in Gwinnett County and moved into a

club’s effort. GOTR is a nonprofit organization that

new, permanent location at 5235 Union Hill Road,

aims to empower young women, supports a 5k run,

housing its headquarters and cat shelter. The admin-

community impact projects and camaraderie.

istrative headquarters and cat shelter are located in an existing building on the Furkids campus while the organization raises funds to build a new, state-of-theart shelter. The Furkids dog shelter, Sadie’s Place, will remain in its current location at 1520 Union Hill Road.

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AROUND TOWN

BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL OPENS

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swim lessons to children ages 6 months to 12

lent dental care for infants, children, adolescents

years old, teaching them how to be safe, happy,

and special needs children. Dr. Monica’s treatment

and confident swimmers. Their unique approach

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TINY TOOTH PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Tiny Tooth Pediatric Dentistry is excited to announce the opening of their new Cumming/ Johns Creek office conveniently located minutes

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from The Collections off 141 North. Dr. Monica

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trees and

bees GEORGIA IS HOME TO MORE THAN 500 SPECIES OF

Studies show that tree-lined streets and parks provide

POLLINATORS FROM HONEYBEES TO MONARCH

inviting gathering places and can strengthen ties between

BUTTERFLIES. These little insects are essential for agri-

neighbors, encourage healthy children’s play. Their beauty

culture, home gardens and the food web in our natural

and changing colors nurture our minds, bodies, and souls,

habitats. In fact, Georgia’s $71 billion agriculture economy

giving us an overarching feeling of calm. Consider adding

relies on pollinators for crops such as peaches, pecans,

a native tree to your yard to nurture your own well-being,

apples, blueberries, and strawberries.

your family’s, your neighbors and the pollinators.

As modern landscapes change, bees are fighting to sur-

Native or not, the old adage of “right tree, right place”

vive. Since 2006, the annual rate of dying bees has plum-

still stands says Chris Heim, district manager of Davey Tree

meted. Bee losses have been attributed to a variety of stress-

in Atlanta. It would be unwise to plant a moisture-loving

ors, such as loss of habitat, parasites, and pesticides. The

tree in a dry place. If you are unsure of the best tree for

good news is, we can all help by making our yards more pol-

your space, call your local arborist for information. They

linator-friendly and planting native trees – which have great

can also help you with proper planting and future care.

benefits for homeowners, the environment and pollinators.

Urban and suburban trees produce oxygen, reduce air

GREAT NATIVE TREES FOR GEORGIA

pollution, improve water quality, reduce stormwater runoff, raise property values, and lower heating and cooling costs.

Trees are also good for our health and well-being. Trees have been proven to have a positive impact on stress and

NATIVE OAKS Planting natives is one of the best ways to assist pollinators

anxiety. Native trees are often recommended because

There is an oak for nearly every garden situation

they help local wildlife including pollinators thrive.

Home to more than 500 pollinator species

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Black Cherry

Southern Magnolia

SOUTHERN MAGNOLIAS Vibrant flowers attract and bees and a wide of range of other pollinators Attracts bees, beetles and more They grow best in moist well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, in sun and part shade BLACK TUPELO Excellent nectar source for bees to make the famous Tupelo Honey Prefers moist, acidic soil in full sun to part shade Fiery leaves make an incredible fall display REDBUD A small tree that welcomes spring with lots of bright fuchsia/ magenta blooms Prefers moist but well-drained soil, light shade is best in hot climates Bees and butterflies love the nectar from this tree’s flowers BLACK CHERRY Spring flowers attract bees and other pollinators Grows best in moist, fertile soil in full sun, yet fairly adaptable

Native Oak

Songbirds will relish the fruit DOGWOOD Attracts bees and at least 36 different species of birds Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spring flowering trees Grow in full sun to part shade in acidic soil that is moist but well drained SOURWOOD Fragrant white flowers attract bees and who produce gourmet honey Long-lived shade tree that prefers full sun Grows best in moist acidic soil but will tolerate some drought once established

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The pride runs deep, calling Arubans home. Daniel grew up in Aruba, starting at the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino as a bar back and was recognized for his gregarious nature and work ethic. He says Marriott believed in him and provided extensive mixology training and now he is a featured bartender at the swank lobby bar and restaurant. The night we arrived, he was shaking a very sophisticated Old Fashioned, smoked in a tiny jewel box fired with cedar chips. That beats rum punch all day.

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an adventurous drive in an open-air UTV (utility terrain vehicle). Getting behind the wheel, settling into the bumps and ruts, I forgot where I was until our guide signaled us to pull off, pointing to Conchi, The Natural Pool. We stopped for a swim in the warm water to rinse off the dust, listening to the wild waves crashing just the other side of the cliffs.

To soothe our windburned faces, we stopped at the Aruba Aloe Factory, toured the farm founded in 1890 and slathered on their hypoallergenic face lotion fortified with pure aloe vera (leaves hand-cut within hours of harvest), vitamin E and jojoba oil.

Heading back to the Marriott, we had a choice between the family pool and adultonly pool. The larger “family” pool offered up just the right amount of party with three generations hanging out by the pool bar, a surprisingly talented frat boy grandson singing Motown hits, poolside, generously playing to the audience of late afternoon swimmers all sipping drinks.

We watched the sunset over five courses at the Marriott’s “pop up” restaurant, Atardi, ON the beach. Tucking our shoes away on the patio, we could dig our toes into the sand and feel Aruba’s pull.

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Pinchos Grill Perched at the edge of a pier serving fresh seafood, of course!

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Red Sail Aruba Snorkeling, punch and sunshine. Dive on a shipwreck.

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DePalm Tours Drive a side-by-side, (utility terrain vehicle) through the rocky desert to a dreamy protected natural pool in the Caribbean Sea. Loud, bouncy and SO fun.

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La Vista Nicely curated buffet dinner and a show with Carnival dancers and audience participation at the Aruba Marriott.

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Meet the Orchestra: Cindy Beard, Violist

BACK STAGE

ARTICLE ASHLEY RAUSCH | PHOTOGRAPHY BEN WEITZ

JOHNS CREEK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (JCSO)

of the most malleable groups within JCSO, the string

IS COMPRISED OF SOME OF THE FINEST INSTRU-

quartet. Their compact size, allows them to perform

MENTALISTS IN AMERICA, ALL OF WHOM FOL-

intimate chamber music, educational programs,

LOWED UNIQUE PATHS. In fifth grade, teachers told

fundraisers, and more. One of Cindy’s favorite pro-

Johns Creek resident, Cindy Beard, she had to play

grams is “Music Around the World,” where the string

an instrument, but she said she’d rather have been

quartet introduces students at local schools to music

playing ball. She reluctantly chose the viola, without

throughout the ages. When she’s not performing,

realizing the impact it would make on her future.

Cindy teaches private music lessons to students in

It wasn’t an organic start, but Cindy was a natural. She continued to play through grade school and

hopes it might inspire them put down the ball and pick up strings like she did 5th grade.

eventually decided to pursue a career in music, which

JCSO is a large organization of musicians, but Cindy

led her to the University of North Texas to earn a

feels more connected to the community than ever.

degree in viola performance.

She’s constantly running into fellow musicians during

When Cindy moved to Johns Creek more than 30

performances throughout the metro Atlanta. Whether

years ago, she played as the principal violist with the

you attend a JCSO concert or a chamber event, it will be

DeKalb Symphony Orchestra but desired to play

an unforgettable performance: April 25 – Johns Creek

closer to home. The stars aligned, when she heard

International Festival – JCSO will perform at the FREE

a new professional orchestra in her hometown was

event at 1:15 p.m. located at Heisman Field, across from

seeking a principal violist. That was more than 10

the Atlanta Athletic Club. May 1-2 – Atlanta Master

years ago – she’s been with JCSO ever since.

Chorale – Members of JCSO will join Atlanta Master

Beard, along with Sarah Kapps (cello), Alison James (violin) and Adelaide Federici (violin), are one

Chorale, performing Beethoven: Missa Solemnis at Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory.

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BACK STAGE (CONTINUED) LISTEN TO THIS CINDY’S FAVORITE PIECES 1. Faure’Requiem: It is French, in a minor key, and most importantly, features the violas.

2. Mozart Requiem: It’s a fabulous piece of work, in the key of d minor. There is a mystery surrounding this piece.

Mozart died before it was completed.

3. Libertango by Piazzola: It makes me want to dance!

4. Beethoven Symphony #6, #7 & #9: No reason, just love them, I can’t choose just one.

5. Tchaikovsky Symphony #6: It’s a very passionate work.

FIVE MUSICAL COMPOSITIONS I LOVE JCSO MAESTRO WAYNE BAUGHMAN Like most musicians I know, I find it impossible to pick a single favorite composition or even a top-five or top ten, maybe not even a top 100. Here are five that I have grown to love over many years.

1. Ein Deutsches Requiem (A German Requiem)

by Johannes Brahms. Frequently referred to as the “Protestant Requiem” because of its use of selected scriptures from the German Bible rather than the traditional Catholic Requiem Mass. Many listeners find its message refreshing, soothing and hopeful.

2. Symphony No. 1 in D minor (“The Titan”) by Gustav Mahler. In my opinion, the symphonic form achieves near perfection in terms of structure, instrumentation and sheer harmonic and melodic beauty in the first of his nine complete symphonies. Somewhat underappreciated in his own time, Mahler’s music gained tremendous popularity in the mid-twentieth century establishing him as a true genius.

3. Der Rosenkavalier Suite by Richard Strauss. This twenty-four-minute composition condenses everything that’s wonderful about Strauss’s three hour plus comic opera to create one of the most satisfying orchestral suites ever written. I could listen to this music once a day forever and not get tired of hearing it.

4. Lux Aeterna (Eternal Light) by Morten Lauridsen. This setting of portions of the Catholic Requiem Mass is about as close to heaven as one could possibly get. Lauridsen’s harmonic treatment of chant-like melodies is mesmerizing and other-worldly. This music is an ideal accompaniment for serious contemplation.

5. Cinema Paradiso Main Theme by Ennio Morricone, arrangement by Takayuki Hattori. If you cried while watching the movie, you’ll continue crying when you hear this fabulous arrangement of Morricone’s unforgettable theme. This arrangement was created for violinist, Gil Shaham, and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.

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Let's Go Plogging!

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ABOUT ADOPT-A-ROAD: Adopt-A-Road is a litter prevention program sponsored by the City of Johns Creek and Keep Johns Creek Beautiful to encourage community engagement and promote civic responsibility through small gestures of great impact: debris removal along Johns Creek’s roadways.

Since the program’s inception, AdoptA-Road has offered individuals, civic organizations, schools, and businesses the opportunity to beautify over 30 miles of road in Johns Creek, pledging to keep their road litter free year-round. Participating groups receive high visibility safety vests, tools for debris removal and disposal, and training on how to safely and responsibly complete their service.

In recognition of continued support and commitment to improving our environment, the City of Johns Creek installs signage at both ends of each adopted road segment, identifying the volunteer group responsible for its quarterly clean-ups and beautification projects. In addition, Keep Johns Creek Beautiful has a gold star merit system to acknowledge volunteers’ efforts.

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make a two-year commitment to wake up on a Saturday morning and go out into the community and pick up litter along the roadway are the most amazing people to me. They show an inspiring level of dedication to doing small local actions that collectively make a huge impact toward making our little corner of the world a better place. I am proud that they are a part of our volunteer family.”

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About Plogging: If you are not ready to make a twoyear commitment to a particular stretch of road, it is still possible to make a huge impact. Plogging is a growing movement of joggers picking up litter, and KJCB encourages all walkers and runners to pick up litter with every workout. KJCB will host a plogging kick-off event on April 18.

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7. Set the skewer gently on a shallow baking sheet with sides, so the paste does not touch the bottom.

To grill the Koobideh use two square metal pipes to form a rack for skewers. Turn skewers often and be careful not to overcook or touch grate. Serve on a piece of flatbread.

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RECENTLY SOLD SINGLE FAMILY HOMES IN JOHNS CREEK Sold Price

List Price

Sold Date

Sugar Mill

Subdivision

10812 Glenleigh Drive

Address

$461,000

$479,900

02-28-2020

Beds Bath Half Year Built

SP/LP %

TDOM

2

1

1998

92.22

108

Medlock Bridge

880 Lake Medlock Drive

$505,000

$499,900

02-26-2020

Clublands

9450 Clublands Drive

$515,000

$525,000

02-25-2020

5

4.5

1

1997

101.02

1

5

4.5

1

1987

98.10

45

Tuxford

345 Rossiter Ridge

$540,000

$550,000

02-28-2020

5

3

0

1991

98.18

1 329

4

St Ives

2021 Kinderton Manor Drive

$725,000

$750,000

02-28-2020

5

5

2

1994

96.67

The Falls of Autry Mill

9665 Autry Falls Drive

$730,000

$760,000

02-19-2020

6

5.5

1

2000

92.41

95

Bellmoore Park

10320 Grandview Square

$756,000

$764,900

02-28-2020

5

4.5

1

2018

97.67

89

Adair Manor

7405 Kemper Drive

$760,000

$775,000

03-03-2020

5

4

0

2017

96.82

101

The Falls Of Autry Mill

620 Falls Bay Court

$810,000

$850,000

03-06-2020

6

6

3

1995

95.29

4

Country Club of the South

1025 Abingdon Lane

$940,000

$1,020,000

02-26-2020

5

5.5

1

1993

92.16

257

St Ives

1818 Ballybunion Drive

$989,400

$1,045,000

02-14-2020

5

4.5

1

1991

94.68

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