Johns Creek December 2016

Johns Creek DECEMBER 2016

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Lifestyle Letter

Hello Friends !

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Jim Newman, Publisher

want to introduce you to the newest family member of Lifestyle Publications, Johns Creek Lifestyle.

Our goal will be to support the Johns Creek community with meaningful, useful and entertaining information about the people, places and businesses that are active as well as giving back to our immediate community.

We hope this magazine will grow to become an integral part of your lives, connecting neighborhoods and businesses for the greater good. We also hope will be your publication, supportive of the topics that you find interesting and important.

We so appreciate you for allowing us to come into your home and be a part of this wonderful community and we will strive to highlight the very best of Johns Creek.

Jim Newman, Publisher JNewman@LifestylePubs.com

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Sue G. Collins, Editor

s editor of Johns Creek Lifestyle, I have the pleasure of showcasing the beauty, business and big hearts of Johns Creek. For our launch issue, we are proud to bring you a story about a few of your neighbors who make GIVING a priority. Here at Lifestyle Publications, we believe in the power of generosity. Every month, you’ll meet heroes among us and I invite you to share a story about someone you know who will inspire us.

Also in this issue, meet a few of our local writers and check out their gift picks. If you have a unique gift idea that can be found nearby, share it on our Facebook page and tag the local biz. We want to support all the entrepreneurs and small business owners in and around Johns Creek that make our lives better.

The real estate market is fickle so we asked a few local realtors to share what's hot right now. Wonder what $5 million will buy?

Check out our Dream Homes feature. (If you're a realtor and would like to join Johns Creek Lifestyle and feature your listings every month, give Karyn or Jim a call.)

As Jim said, this magazine is about YOU and I hope we can dialogue through our social media and email. If you know of a budding business, engaging educator, compelling collector, fab family or little-known local attraction, please DO TELL. 3-2-1….GO!

DECEMBER 2016 PUBLISHER

Jim Newman | Jnewman@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Sue Collins | Scollins@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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Sue G. Collins, Editor SCollins@LifestylePubs.com ON THE COVER Jonathan Phillips snapped the

cover photo of this little darling last year at the

by Community ™

Alpharetta tree lighting ceremony. Jonathan is one of the talented local photographers whose work will be featured in our new magazine. We wish Jonathan and Destiny and their family a very happy new year and look forward to sharing more of his beautiful images in 2017. Check out his work at CaptureLifeThroughTheLens.com 4

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Departments

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

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Open House

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Driver’s Notebook

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

20 Givers

Meet five remarkable people who make giving a priority.

24 Motivating Gifts

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Good Times

Good Times

Lifestyle Publications proudly sponsors events around the community like Polo in the Pines, raising more than $30,000 for CURE Childhood Cancer. Saturday supper and Sunday's Atlanta Polo Brunch Festival were produced by Sean O'Keefe Events.Â

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

A MYSTERIOUS PARTY

committee. Meyers is well known in the Milton community for authoring two books about the area including Barns of Old Milton County.

He also is a board member of the Friends of the Milton Library. “We’re overjoyed at the response of the community for this tour,” said Meyers.

“We sold out of our tickets much faster than expected and hope to expand our tour next year.” Funds will benefit the Friends of the Milton Library, STEM and STEAM programs, Lego Club, Astronomy Club program supplies, chess boards and timers, Teen Advisory Board meetings, Youth Book Club, Wildlife Program, Children’s Music Performance, Atlanta Audubon Youth programs, Summer Reading, and others. At press time, tickets were SOLD OUT.

Rachel Turner loves a good mystery. She enjoyed bringing intrigue and murder recently to the members of the Johns Creek Women’s Club recently, asking luncheon attendees to solve a murder...after lunch, of course. Her company, Make it a Mystery has been providing customized murder mystery parties and plays to the Atlanta area for over 19 years. They have customized parties for churches, corporate events, civic organizations, birthday parties, youth events and even apartment complexes. They have worked with groups of 8 to groups of 140, carefully crafting events that are tailored to the group, the venue, time frame and of course the budget. Rachel works with you to produce an event that your group will be talking about for years to come! Call them to plan something different for your next group meeting with a hilarious whodunit and find out just how well you know the people in your circles. Call Rachel Turner, 404.285.1876

YOUR NEWS HERE

REST AND UNWIND With Thanksgiving barely behind us, and Christmas steadily

This Around Town page is a community bulletin board for news of fund-

approaching we are in the height of the holiday chaos! During this

raising, volunteer opportunities, new businesses, cool school happenings,

time we can all start to feel depleted and worn down by a mile-long

bargains, restaurant openings and must-do events. Other departments in

to-do list and calendars full of holiday engagements. Thankfully our

the magazine include healthy living, giving back, real estate, men's issues,

friends at Johns Creek Yoga are here to help bring us back some inner

kids and pets, outdoor pursuits, beauty, fashion, travel, real wives, money

peace! Join some of our Johns Creek Lifestyle staff and studio owner,

and legal advice. Our Good Times pages feature photos from gatherings,

Sheila McVay (pictured), from 7-9 p.m. on December 21, the night of

meetings, parties and fund-raisers. The calendar pages tell you about local

the Winter Solstice, for an evening of Yoga and Live Music. Amidst the

events. You can go to our website, JohnsCreekLifestyle.com to upload

business of the season, take time to rest and nurture yourself. You will

your Good Times and calendar entries and email the editor at SCollins@

be mindfully guided through Gentle, Restorative poses surrounded

LifestylePubs.com with story ideas and interesting local reports. We work

by candles and boughs of fresh evergreen before drifting into medi-

two months ahead, so send your submissions for the February issue by the

tation surrounded by beautiful live music. The class is appropriate for

December 15. Every month, we'll have a different editorial focus: January

all ages, body types and levels of yoga practitioners, even absolute

-Health & Fitness;February- Locally Made; March - Our Best Of; April

beginners. Even if you have never done yoga before, don’t miss this

-Spring and farm-to-table ; May- Travel; June- Men; July- Summer fun/

opportunity to reset and honor the rhythms of nature by turning your

Adventures; August- Education/Local Artists; September -Fashion;

attention inward and away from outside stresses. Register online

October- Beer & Coffee & Sports; November- Food & Wine; December

at johnscreekyoga.com or call 770. 619.1283 for more information.

-Givers/Holiday Gift Guide. See you in the funny papers!

Johns Creek Yoga is located at 11705 Jones Bridge Road, Suite C105.

MILTON HOLIDAY TOUR OF HOMES

SHOP LOCAL

The Milton Holiday Tour of Homes is hosting its inaugural event

The Johns Creek Arts Center Makers Market continues through

on December 10 featuring five classically Milton homes stunningly

December 23. Find locally crafted jewelry, ceramics, paintings, prints

decorated for the Holidays. Each home

and more at affordable prices. Support

on the tour has been carefully selected

local artists and find something entirely

to represent the City of Milton – some

unique for the friends you love most. Stay

are newer homes and one is a his-

and peruse the exhibit in the gallery.The

torical home. Robert Meyers, is chair

Johns Creek Arts Center’s vision is to be

of the Milton Holiday Tour of Homes 10

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a premier community arts center providing affordable quality arts

register (even if a person has completed an application in the

education to the residents of North Fulton and surrounding com-

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Giving Back

LIFTING UP

Tomorrow's Leaders ARTICLE JULIA GLOVER

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he young people of today will be the leaders of tomorrow.

The Johns Creek Business Association believes in helping to raise up the next generation of strong men and women to make the future of our community bright. The JCBA has awarded nearly $30,000 in scholarships to area high school students since 2008, funded in part from proceeds earned at events like the Casino Night. Save the date for the third annual Casino Night on March 17 at the Atlanta Athletic Club. The St. Patrick’s Day party is open to everyone and tickets are $75.

Established in 1997, the JCBA began with a mission to serve, and today, that mission has been realized in helping thousands of area businesses connect to the local economy and providing scholarships to deserving students.

As a leading non-profit networking association in the North Fulton/South Forsyth region the group provides members a platform for business without borders through networking and referral opportunities that spans diverse business, city, chamber, and civic organizations in Johns Creek and the counties of Fulton, Forsyth, and Gwinnett. Their networking, education, and strong alliances provide membership a powerful exposure into many business opportunities and activities that are unmatched in the business community of the Johns Creek area. Currently, the membership includes new and growing businesses as well as established Fortune 500 companies in our area.

The JCBA believes in the importance of investing into the next generation by providing college scholarships to local high school seniors and to the children of members of the JCBA as well as focusing on networking and educational opportunities for small business owners and leaders in the Johns Creek community. They turn to our neighbors (and our readers!) to partner in making this possible.

There are opportunities both for event sponsorship of the Casino Night fundraiser and for sponsoring student scholarships directly. Sponsors will get their company logo at the event, PR and media recognition, promotional pieces, and social media, as well as the chance to benefit a cause that is important to the future success of our next leaders.

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The JCBA raises funds for local scholarships at events Casino Night. Save the date for March 17.

The JCBA welcomes 2017’s new sponsors Andersen, Tate & Carr law firm and Alcon, and is grateful to its returning sponsors SAIA Inc. trucking, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Bank of North Georgia, and other area businesses. Join them in standing together for our community’s future. JohnsCreekBA.com

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Open House

Dream ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS

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f you are reading this in your own gorgeous home, we don’t need to tell you what a wonderful

community Johns Creek is. We thought it would be fun to see just how hot the real estate

market here and nearby and asked some of our favorite realtors to share a few of their most treasured listings at different price tags. Maybe you’ll see something to add to your holiday wish list…

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exceptional, 4 Sided Brick Home at St. Marlo Country Club. Lush, private golf course lot, 10th fairway. Outdoor living space with covered outdoor kitchen overlooking infinity pool/spa. Separate carriage house includes full bath poolside. Two story entrance features double castle entry iron doors with hardwoods throughout. Open floor plan, master on main with corner fireplace & separate sitting area overlooks pool. Basement ready for entertaining with oversized ornate cherry wood bar, media & gaming area. $849,900. Tammie Carter, Managing Broker, Crye-Leike Realtors, 678.867.2345, TammieCarter.com

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9400 COLONNADE TRAIL

9400

COLONNADE

TRAIL,

Stunning

updated home with spectacular pool on a private golf lot in Country Club of the South.

This 5 bedroom, 5 bath home features master on main, large kitchen/keeping room and full finished terrace level. Offered at $1,349,000. Ann Wallin – Harry Norman, Realtors 404.863.6653 5360 LAUREL OAK. Estate home in

country club community overlooking the

$1 MILLION+

13th green with sweeping golf course views. Home offers an open floor plan

5360 LAUREL OAK

gourmet kitchen and over 8,400 square feet. Full finished terrace level with motherin-law suite, second kitchen, stack stone fireplace and movie theater. $1.1million. Amy Agee, 678.852.5453 AmyAgee.c21.com

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Open House

(CON TI N U ED)

10550 BELLADRUM

$2.5 MILLION+ 10550 BELLADRUM, Situated on 3+/-

private acres on a quiet cul-de-sac street in Cameron Crest Farms, this gorgeous stone estate is framed by mature trees and lush gardens. Thoughtfully designed and built with the finest materials, the home boasts bright and spacious living spaces and custom details. All 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and three half bathrooms are appointed with designer finishes. Outside, the covered fireside porch offers views of the tranquil backyard with plenty of room for a pool. Tracy Sardelli, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, $2,680,000 TracySardelli.com, 678-978-5870

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8935 OLD SOUTHWICK PASS

$3 MILLION+ 8935 OLD SOUTHWICK PASS, One of a kind

magnificent estate home built to perfection on four lush acres in the heart of Johns Creek. This 5 bedroom, 8 bath home features exquisite architectural details and includes an In-law apartment and garage parking for 10+cars.

Offered at $3,799,000. Ann Wallin/Joann Barnes -Harry Norman, Realtors, 404.863.6653.

If you are a realtor and would like to join the magazine as monthly partner, featuring your listings and recently sold properties, contact Jim Newman, 770.231.6292 or Karyn Slovin, 678.358.8257

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GIVERS Their gift is giving.

ARTICLE SUE COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY FREDRIK BRAUER

THOMAS AND ROBIN YACKLEY Thomas and Robin Yackley, founders of the Alpharetta Community Chorus, are retired Fulton County music educators. They have a combined teaching experience of 67 years. Thomas earned a Bachelors degree in music education from Bowling Green State University and a Masters degree from Florida State University in choral conducting.

Robin earned a Bachelors degree from Florida State University and a Masters degree from Georgia State University, both in music education.

Thomas supervises student teachers for Georgia Southern University and has a photography business, Yackley Photo. Together they have worked with graduate level choral conductors at Georgia State University. They also lead the Park Place Social Singers for seniors in the Johns Creek area. The Alpharetta Community Chorus is in its fourth season, having started rehearsing in September of 2013. The non-auditioned group is open to new membership following each concert.

The chorus rehearses Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9 p.m., with a music reading training session offered from 6:30 – 7 p.m. They regularly perform three concerts per year plus a summer weekend workshop in addition to performances throughout the community. They perform a wide variety of choral music from Renaissance to Contemporary.

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TAMMIE CARTER Tammie Carter has always had a passion for people. Her enthusiasm, motivation, and innate talent for leadership has been instrumental in catapulting her professional career including her most recent accomplishment of brokering the new Johns Creek Crye-Leike Real Estate Office. But it was her genuine love of people and interest in many hobbies that was the foundation for forming the Johns Creek Women’s Club. About a year ago, Tammie had the idea of launching a social club that would provide a platform for women interested in meeting in many capacities and thus, the adventure began. Meeting new people and sharing new hobbies and different interests is just the beginning.

The monthly luncheons are held at Saint Ives Country Club the fourth Wednesday of every month with a special event or speaker. Members are enjoying book clubs, birthday babes, lunch bunch, Bon Apetit, movie nights, and much, much more. Membership to the Johns Creek Women’s Club is only $50 a year and will help support the Charity Guild of Saint Ives and Surrounding Areas initiative.

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GIVERS (CON TI N UED)

CHRIS GLAVINE Tom and Chris Glavine are the proud parents of five healthy children ranging in age from 7 to 22. They do not take their good health for granted and have witnessed far too many children who have been diagnosed with cancer. Sadly, these kids are in the fight of their lives, and, far too many have already lost their battles. With Tom’s accomplishments in Major League Baseball, they recognized a unique opportunity to raise awareness and funding for childhood cancer at a national level. Their family decided to become advocates for these children through CURE Childhood Cancer.

Less than 4% of federal funding for cancer research is allocated towards curing childhood cancer. Kids’ cancers are different than adult cancers and desperately need different treatments.

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DAN JAPE For Dan Jape, owner and operator of Reliable Heating & Air, life is always about helping others. Jape started Reliable Heating & Air in 1978 out of his basement and is now the nation’s top Trane dealer. He is involved in many philanthropic efforts that focus on helping children.

He currently serves on the board of directors as president for Lanier Partners of North Georgia, which hosts the most successful annual Poker Run in America and Sunshine on a Ranney Day (SOARD).

Lanier Partners generously raises

funds for Camp Sunshine, Camp Twin Lakes and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hall County. SOARD provides home makeovers for children with special needs. Jape also provides the labor and materials for SOARD’s home renovations. By giving children the opportunities they deserve every child can be a success story. He enjoys family time in Woodstock with his wife Kim, his son Daniel Jape and his two granddaughters.

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Gifts to Go

thing truly surprising this season, try gifting an experience. While there may not

be much to unwrap, the real memories are made later, trying a new class or learning a new skill. From dance classes to skydiving, here are six unexpected gift ideas.

PUT SOME FLASH IN YOUR DANCE

You're never too old to learn to dance!! Have you always dreamed of taking ballet or tap classes, but now feel like it is too late? It’s not. The Dancer’s Studio/Backstage offers adult tap and ballet classes. Their adult classes are real dance classes with an emphasis on the wants and needs of adults: Stress-reduction, exercise, a personal challenge, or a pursuit and love of the art. Dancers-Backstage.com FIND YOUR PICASSO

For the aspiring artist, let them hone their artistic skills at the Johns Creek Art Center where classes for adults and kids are offered throughout the year. Be a muse to your artist and sign them up for a class in acrylics, pastels, watercolors, oils, jewelry making or sewing. JohnsCreekArts.org GET OUTTA HERE

Paddle in the moonlight. Hike to scenic overlooks that reveal three states. Discover hidden trails and history. Georgia State Parks host ranger-led events at parks across the state, giving you a chance to experience the lesser-known parts of the park. Relive your childhood and climb in the trees--attached safely with rope-- at Panola Mountain State Park or paddle under the moonlight in George Sparks Reservoir at Sweetwater Creek State Park. North of the city, follow rangers on guided hikes to scenic overlooks.

Purchase a gift card online or at a Visitor Center and redeem for any of these experiences. GAStateParks.org TAKE A BIKE RIDE INTOWN

Explore some of Atlanta’s off-the-beaten-path destinations, and all by bicycle on a tour by Bicycle Tours of Atlanta. With a gift certificate, you can choose from a few different experiences, such as the Street Art Bike Tour that highlights the ever-changing mural art in Atlanta, including inspirational stories of the artists; or the Twilight Bike Tour through some of the city’s historic neighborhoods. No bikes are needed, just bring your curiosity and workout clothes! BikeToursAtl.com CALM DOWN HONEY

This holiday season give someone you care about the gift of better health, peace of mind and overall wellness. Johns Creek Yoga is selling gift certificates for private yoga and meditation classes as well as Thai Yoga Bodywork. Choose from any one of their experienced and highly trained instructors. JohnsCreekYoga. com 770.619.1283.

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The newest facility on the block is iFly World, located at Cobb Parkway and I-285. Despite being indoors, you’ll still get the sensation of freefalling with the safety of walls around you. By the end of the 2-hour session, you’ll have completed 1.5 skydives and will have an experience to remember. IFlyWorld.com 24

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The Year's Mo IN THE FINAL 2016 EDITION OF DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK, HERE IS A QUARTET OF STELLAR CARS IN DIFFERENT CLASSES THAT YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER.

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styling, a very responsive SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder

drive, look no further than the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium

engine boasting 155 horsepower, and dynamic handling tech-

with AWD. The five-star safety rating with their signature EyeSight

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Driver-Assist System featuring pre-collision braking, lane departure

in automatic, the strongly recommended six-speed manual transmission provides the true racing experience. The Miata’s hardcore following of fanatics is certainly justified.

Fuel Economy: 27 city/ 34 highway/ 30 combined Base Price: $28,600; As Reviewed: $32,820 For more information, visit mazdausa.com

2016 HONDA CIVIC 1.5T 4D TOURING Hondas have been consistently reliable, high quality, and fuel efficient over the years, but this tenth-generation Civic adds one special element: all-new body styling with welcomed curves and a 28

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ost Impressive ARTICLE DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF AUTOMAKERS warning, and adaptive cruise control will also boost the confidence of

families, providing comfort, numerous safety features, and state-of-

owners behind the wheel of this impressive crossover.

the-art entertainment. The future looks bright for Ford.

Fuel Economy: 24 city/32 highway/ 27 combined

Fuel Economy: 16 city/22 highway/ 18 combined

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Lifestyle Calendar

December DECEMBER 11 REINDEER DAY CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER, The 6th annual Reindeer Day is sure to be a holiday highlight for you and your family. Live reindeer join the other animals at CNC to help you get in the holiday spirit. Enjoy crafts, face painting, marshmallow roasting with Camp Kingfisher, trail hikes and live animal encounters. Bring a picnic lunch or enjoy the food trucks on site.

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DECEMBER 17

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CHRISTMAS GALA HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT

Founders Day is the annual celebration of Johns Creek's official

JOHNS CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

incorporation on December 1, 2006. Together we commemorate

Join the JCSO as they perform the 11th Annual Christmas Gala & Holi-

the efforts of all those who worked so hard to make incorpora-

day Pops Concert. Featuring the Christmas Gala Chorus, Johns Creek

tion a reality. It's a fun-filled, family oriented way to celebrate

Chorale, Jeremy Rush, Organist, and Guest Host Russ Spencer, TV

Johns Creek city hood and this year you're invited to join the big

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BACK TO NATURE HOLIDAY MARKET AND FESTIVAL

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Meet talented entrepreneurs and local vendors selling holiday gifts

Each year, The Velvet Note goes all out for New Year's Eve. THIS

galore! Visit the Nature Store for unique eco-friendly gifts, fun nature

is the place to be for an comfortable, upscale, yet enchanting eve-

toys and games, nature related books perfect for you and your favor-

ning of popular jazz and R&B, accompanied by delicious food, fes-

ite nature lovers. PLEASE CARPOOL! Free parking, but limited spac-

tive spirits and great conversation. Tickets $109 each or $218 per

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Now there is a local outpatient option in Johns Creek for alcohol or drug rehab without having to leave your job or family. DecisionPoint Wellness Center is an innovative intensive outpatient program that provides clinical expertise, lifestyle flexibility, outstanding client service, and long-term recovery success at a great value. Call today to schedule your free assessment.

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Parting Thoughts

T

he time between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day in the United States is the most dangerous season of the year for anyone driving

on public highways. The number of travelers on our nation’s roads peaks as we get endless opportunities to celebrate the season with family and friends. Our calendars are filled with after-work socials, company parties, and friendly gatherings. It’s also the season when the number of people who consume alcohol and then get behind the wheel of their car spikes.

Every year there is an alarming increase in DUI offenses and alcohol-related highway deaths during the holiday season.

BETWEEN THANKSGIVING AND NEW YEARS

'Tis The Season to be Smart ARTICLE MIKE REIS CADCII, CAMSII, ICADC

• 38+ million Americans travel by car for Thanksgiving • 90 million Americans take road trips during Christmas and New Years • 1 in 8 licensed drivers have driven in the last year thought they were close or over .08 BAC. • 2 -3 times more people die in alcohol-related crashes • 1200 people will be killed • 25,000 will be injured in traffic accidents caused by alcohol PERCENT OF HIGHWAY DEATHS RELATED TO ALCOHOL

• 40% Thanksgiving • 37% Christmas • 58% New Year’s Holiday • 40% Entire Holiday Season • 31% The Rest of the Year

M i ke R e i s

Thanksgiving Eve is often referred to as “Blackout Wednesday,” as it may be the busiest night of the year for bars. Social binge drinking is also common during this time of year.

THANKSGIVING EVE IS THE START OF THE HOLIDAY DRINKING PERIOD

• A bigger drinking holiday than New Year’s Eve or Saint Patrick’s Day in some places.

• Especially prevalent in larger urban areas and among college students.

• One of the top drunk driving nights of the year in some areas.

HOLIDAY DRINKING TRENDS

• 96% went to work hung over, or knew some who did.

• 60% think alcohol make a party more fun.

• 57% have seen people drive under the influence.

• 40% say that they, their friends, and their family members use the holidays as an excuse to drink more Don’t let the temptation to drink and drive spoil the holiday season. Even a small buzz is considered impairment, and you could end up with a DUI. These statistics highlight the massive problem surrounding alcohol abuse during the holidays, but it’s much more than that. Behind these statistics are people. Perhaps it’s your mom or dad, a brother or sister, a friend or family member, or your next-door neighbor that struggles with alcohol during the holidays. If you recognize that you might be dealing with an alcohol or substance abuse issue, or if you are a friend or the family of someone who does, I encourage you to seek help. Have a safe, healthy and happy New Year.

Mike Reis is the founder and CEO of DecisionPoint Wellness, a drug and alcohol outpatient program in Johns Creek that features an innovative approach to treating the disease of addiction. Their outpatient programs offer the convenience and flexibility needed by clients so they can receive the highest level of care while still living at home and meeting their normal family and work responsibilities. 888.892.8178. DPWellnessCenter.com

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