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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Jim Newman | jnewman@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Happy September!

BACK IN THE DAY, THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL WAS AFTER LABOR DAY. We could swim all day, play capture the flag after dark, and wait to go school shopping for sweaters until the temperature finally drops below 90.

Now, our kids turn the corner into August and boom, back to school.

I remember going school shopping with my mom and sister, lining up new wool skirts, corduroy pants and turtlenecks on my bed, searching for the combination that wouldn’t cause me to break out in a sweat on the bus (where opening the windows was our best hope to cut through the heat).

We put away the white pants and open-toed shoes and checked that last year’s boots still fit (they never did). I would clean out my closet and pass hand-me-downs

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to my little sister.

I was the first girl after four boys so didn’t get hand-me-downs. Plus, I think my mother probably enjoyed buying girls clothes after years of pants, shirts and loafers.

Though, I was never a girly girl so probably shopped for my share of pants, shirts and loafers (and still do!).

This fall, I’m looking forward to getting back into my cashmere sweaters (though I wear them on cool summer nights in northern Michigan where I spend July) and Cole Haan loafers (ditto).

In Atlanta, we ease into fall fashion. We duck into the boutiques and department shops to get cool as much as to check out what’s new this season.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021

FEATURES 14 From Sprint to Inspired Neil Danville and his Johns Creek crew will walk the walk with GOCA on September 18.

18 Small Town, Big Brews Enjoy a taste of Southern Appalachia in this historic mining town.

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26 From HGTV to Johns Creek, with Style Shopping local at CH Home.

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SCHOOL NEWS Johns Creek High School kicked off the 2021-2022 school year for rising freshmen with their “I Am a Gladiator” program, a minicamp for new students to acclimate them to all things Johns Creek High School. Wilson Creek Elementary School welcomed Stephanie Haga as their new principal. Stephanie most recently served as an Assistant Principal at New Prospect Elementary School. Her education career with Fulton County Schools began in 2005 as a middle school science teacher. Since then she has served in a variety of roles, both in teaching and administra-

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a phonics-based approach to teaching literacy. They have refreshed their reading supply with $39,000 worth of classroom library books and $5,000 in Scholastic periodicals as well as a book vending machine for positive behavior incentives.

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CHAMBER ACCOLADES AND NEWS The

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AROUND TOWN Fulton

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Appreciation

Day. Also,

the Chamber received a Resolution from State Representative Angelika Kausche recognizing the accomplishments of the Chamber for the past 15 years. Help them celebrate at the Chamber Annual Gala set for October 8 at the Atlanta Athletic Club.

HONORING GIVERS Do you have a friend, spouse or neighbor who makes philanthropy a priority? Someone who gives her time, resources and ideas endlessly to benefit others? Johns Creek Lifestyle wants to know more! Our upcoming issue will feature GIVERS, people in Johns Creek who volunteer on boards, in the classroom, at the hospital, or in another unique way. Email our editor, Sue Collins, at SCollins@LifestylePubs.com to nominate someone to be featured. Reach out to Sue with any story ideas, too. We are

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NEIL DANVILLE AND HIS JOHNS CREEK CREW WILL WALK THE WALK WITH GOCA ON SEPTEMBER 18

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ALLIANCE (GOCA) BEGAN ITS ANNUAL FUNDRAISING WALK IN 2002 AND OVER THE YEARS IT HAS BEEN HELD AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ACROSS METRO ATLANTA. In its inaugural year, the GOCA Walk was held at Centennial Park and has had many celebrated walk routes since then.

Regardless of its location, the GOCA Walk, rebranded as the “Teal Trot” in 2014, has always been a hallmark fundraising, advocacy, and community empowerment event for GOCA and the ovarian cancer community. This year’s Teal Trot is being held at Chastain Park on September 18.

Teal is the color associated with the ovarian cancer community, and Chastain Park will be a sea of teal on September 18. There will be teal t-shirts sporting team names and walkers adorned with feather boas, sashes, banners, balloons, streamers and tiaras.

“As a former competitive sprinter and coming from a family of world class runners, my mom Sharon was an Olympic athlete, so the Teal Trot is a no brainer,” says Neil Danville. “It provides us with an opportunity to support an amazing cause, with amazing participants, and to push ourselves through sport while simultaneously raising money and supporting GOCA. It is imperative to come together as a community – there’s much strength to be had in numbers.”

Team Danville’s “love me back to life attitude” is reflected in their deep faith and their combined ability to make their faith and family the most important aspect of their lives. Over the years the family has grown in their walk with God tremendously. The Danville family mantra is one for us all to reflect on: “have faith and never ever give up – love ceaselessly

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) Kelly Nollan supporting GOCA and all who walk.

The Danville family mantra is one for us all to reflect on, “have faith and never ever give up – love ceaselessly and relentlessly.”

in remembrance of those who are no longer with us, and also

The entire family has been involved with many of the GOCA

to honor and recognize women, their families, caregivers, and

fundraisers over the years. Remember to look for Sharon and her

all who have all been affected by ovarian cancer.

amazing family at this year’s Teal Trot and say hello!

“In my supporting role with my mother, my journey

Throughout its history the “Teal Trot,” Georgia’s largest ovar-

remains the same as it did on the first day we learned about

ian cancer awareness event, has had over 25,000 participants

her diagnosis,” says Neil. “My mom needs to always know

and has raised 1.7 million dollars in support of the Georgia

how proud and blessed I am to be her son; and how I have

Ovarian Cancer Alliance’s mission of education and awareness

learned more about life, love, strength, selflessness, and

throughout Georgia.

parenting that I will ever be able to express. God blessed me with a mentor, a role model, a hero, and an angel.”

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Small Town, Big Brews ENJOY A TASTY BEER AND A TASTE OF SOUTHERN APPALACHIA AT THIS OLD MINING TOWN’S FORMER GAS STATION

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" W e most of ten st art wit h a well-known beer style. W e t ry t o make t he best example of t he style we c an and t hen look for ways t o make it bet ter."

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Patrick Keenan, owner of Buck Bald Brewing, and his wife Sylvie Jobin-Keenan will attest that their success is nothing short of magical. “I wanted to create a brewery that I would want to hang out in—one with great beer, an amazing atmosphere, and a cool family vibe. What has come out of our efforts has far surpassed anything I could imagine. I never expected for Buck Bald to take off so quickly. I had visions of me being behind the bar with 15 patrons at a time to start then slowly building a following over time. We skipped by that in the first few weeks and have continued to build rapidly since,” Keenan explains.

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In this place that once offered windshield-cleaning, tire-pressure-checking full service, “fill it up” has taken on a whole new meaning. “Fill a pint, fill a growler or fill your mind,” is the tagline that adorns the collectible glasses, banners and t-shirts sold here. They could also add “fill your heart.”

Bottomland near rivers is known for its fertility. Likewise, friendships tend to flourish in this Copper Basin locale near the banks of the Ocoee. “Our locals make everyone feel comfortable. I’ve never seen a place so friendly. There are a lot of craft breweries that make great beer, but I think it would be hard to top the combination of delicious craft beer and our welcoming atmosphere,” Keenan says smiling. BuckBaldBrewing.com 22

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OPENING A BRICK-AND-MORTAR STORE RIGHT WHEN COVID-19 HIT WAS NOT WHAT CRISTI HOLCOMBE, OWNER AND DESIGNER OF CH HOME, HAD IN MIND…BUT IT WORKED. The Johns Creek resident, former HGTV personality, wife, and mother of two decided to push forward with her dream store and the response has been amazing.

CH HOME opened in Johns Creek in the summer of 2020 featuring home décor, furniture, accessories, gifts, vintage rugs, pillows, and candles, all hand-selected and carefully curated by Holcombe.

The furnishings and the vibe of the shop are designed to be fresh, casual, and comfortable, just like Holcombe’s personal design style.

“My goal for the shop is to carry pieces that are really livable and attainable that can work in anyone’s home,” said owner and designer, Holcombe. “We try and keep a constant rotation of items that are unique, approachable, and fun.”

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Cristi’s successful career in interior design didn’t just happen overnight. Prior to founding her full-service interior design firm in 2009, Cristi planned and executed design concepts for several award-winning communities at one of the country’s largest home builders, Beazer Homes.

She also spent a couple of years managing multi-million dollar design projects for a large hotel company and its 40 plus hotels across the nation.

Her big break came in 2012 when she won a role on HGTV’s Emmy Award winning show, Elbow Room, as production designer. During her three seasons on Elbow Room, she helped design and execute 39 renovations that were featured on national television.

“I could have never dreamed that I would have the opportunity that I had on Elbow Room,” says Holcombe. “Even though reality TV is much different than the real world, I was able to learn so much about the construction process and working quickly on a tight budget, which still helps my clients today.”

In the years since the show, her interior design firm, Cristi Holcombe Interiors, has grown into one of the top full-service design firms in the North Atlanta community, offering turn-key design services for residential homes and light commercial projects.

After moving to Johns Creek in 2014 with her husband Billy and two children, Cristi dreamed of one day opening a home decor store in the area to serve her interior design clients and the community.

Her dream became a reality seven years later when the couple found the perfect space beside Fresh Market, at the corner of Old Alabama Rd and Haynes Bridge Rd, and decided to open CH HOME together as a family business.

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“My husband handles all of our marketing and really helped the business get off the ground, because I was so busy that I could have never done this on my

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own,” says Holcombe. “My Mom is also our store manager, so it’s truly a local family business.”

The design center, showroom, and offices for Cristi Holcombe Interiors are located within CH HOME offering added convenience for design clients. Holcombe said, “CH HOME has been great for my clients because we can bring them in to actually see, touch, and feel many of the pieces that we’re selecting.” The two businesses naturally complement each other.

CH HOME recently celebrated its one-year anniversary with a fun customer appreciation event featuring live music, raffle prizes, complimentary food & beverages, and more. A portion of the proceeds benefitted the Georgia Chapter of the MS Society.

“We have been blown away by the feedback and support from the community,” says Billy Holcombe. “It’s a lot of fun getting to know our customers that live in the area and hope to be the go-to place for home furnishings and gifts for many years to come.”

So, what’s next for CH HOME? As the weather changes, CH HOME will be bringing in great new items for the season.

Stop by CH HOME for the best pillows and candles that will have you feeling nice and cozy all fall. Later in the year, the shop will be transformed into a wonderland of holiday décor and gifts!

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