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Happy holidays, friends

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IN A STORM. The relentless kind of hundred-year storm with unforgiving blasts of torrential winds and driving rain that knocks you right off your feet. I don’t want to dwell on it… but do want to acknowledge the battered souls the year left in its wake. But, we’re going to be ok. I’m exhausted, but hopeful. I for one am thankful that you’re reading this magazine and that you have a beau-

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REMEMBERING PERSEVERANCE Spruill Gallery and the Spruill Center for the Arts announced Amplify: Spruill’s Annual Outdoor Art Installation. This installation is the first of an annual award given by Spruill that promotes local, Georgian, and national artists. This year’s winning entry was created by local artist Christopher Michaels. His mural, titled Find Your Wings, is full of contrast and color and also has a story that resonates within the Dunwoody community. Find Your Wings is an homage to his wife, Amanda and her recovery from being struck in a crosswalk by a distracted driver on her way back from Dunwoody’s Lemonade Days. As an avid runner prior to her accident, Amanda’s injuries were so severe her doctors said she may never walk unassisted again. After weeks in the hospital and multiple surgeries Amanda was immobilized for months as her body tried to heal. Eighteen months after her accident she completed her first 5K here in Dunwoody, one strenuous step at a time. A limited-edition print run of the final work will be available for purchase at the Spruill Gallery SpruillGallery.myshopify.com. spruillarts.org.

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SCHOOL NEWS The artwork of Riverwood International Charter School senior Ana Bello, an IB art student, was selected for the district’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for Fiscal Year 2020, an award-winning document for 12 years. Additionally, several Riverwood International Baccalaureate students created Food for the Frontlines, a project to provide fresh restaurant food to healthcare workers at hospitals in Athens and Atlanta. They funded the project through

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SALUTING TAMARA Tamara Carrera, who has led the Community Assistance Center since 1997, has announced that she plans to retire in the coming months. Carrera plans to remain on board until a new CEO is in place. The CAC Board of Directors has been hard at work for over a year getting ready for this leadership transition and will begin a search next week. Carrera feels confident in the abilities of a strong board of directors to name a successor and knows that CAC’s professional staff is fully prepared to continue the mission of compassionately serving neighbors in need in Sandy Springs and

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A CHRISTMAS PIVOT

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ARTICLE SEAN O'KEEFE PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

RECORDING ARTIST, JOHN DRISKELL HOPKINS CELEBRATES AT HOME

SOK: HOW WAS 2020? WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2021? JDH: Recording and performing music changed this year and we have JOHN DRISKELL HOPKINS, SOLO

certainly learned a lot about stream-

RECORDING ARTIST AND FOUNDING

ing.

MEMBER OF THE ZAC BROWN BAND

streaming concerts is that the per-

HAS A DEEP LOVE FOR THE HOLIDAY

former has no choice but to be more

SEASON. Usually this time of year, he

introspective. Without an audience,

would be rehearsing with the Atlanta

there is no way to really know if you’re

Pops Orchestra or the Joe Gransden Big

doing a good job as an entertainer.

Band as well as other Atlanta record-

We are forced to be more focused on

ing artists like Michelle Malone and

the performance that we witnessed,

Katie Deal for the annual Christmas at

and less focused on the reaction

Callanwolde holiday concert. However,

from the crowd. Zoom applause is

this year, John, like many of us, has been

a very strange thing to get used to.

working from home. He has been tucked

Even the two Zac Brown Band sin-

away in his attic recording studio where

gles that were released this summer

he can just about record anything. John

were all recorded remotely. In 2021,

has finished a new album and has been

I am looking forward to large con-

recording remotely with the Zac Brown

certs. It has been very difficult for

Band. With Christmas around the cor-

large musical acts to bring shows to

ner, John and his family are very much

the public this year. As of now we

looking forward to a little holiday fun!

are hoping to be active again in the

The interesting thing about

summer. Stay Tuned!

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RENOVATE & REFINE

A PEACEFUL ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY LYDIA MAYFIELD

CHRISTMAS JULIET DESIGNS HOME PAINTS A PERFECT HOLIDAY SCENE WITH NEUTRALS AND EARTHY ACCESSORIES

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JULIE HUBBARD’S MODERN ROSWELL

Designs Home. Her home is a reflection

FARMHOUSE IS DECORATED FOR THE

of her studied search for modern classics,

HOLIDAYS, BUT IT DOESN’T SCREAM

bespoke pieces and thoughtful touches. If

“IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME.” The gentle neu-

you’ve been to the Cotton Mill Exchange or

tral tones, fresh garland and earthy orna-

Scott’s Antique Mart, you, you may have seen

ments and decor hum softly, “it’s Christmas

her booths. She has three at Cotton Mill and

and you’re welcome here.”

is a regular at Scott’s. And, she shops reg-

With decades of experience in interior

ularly there for clients and staging projects.

design, Julie brings a honed confidence and

She often works with realtors and has a fan in

worldliness to all her projects with Juliet

Mary Ellen Vanaken.

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Julie found the rug and sherpa chairs at Scottâ€™s Antique Market. Tree skirt from Target. Wall color Benjamin Moore Simply White. Barn door from Home Depot.

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Juliet Designs Home was established in 2015. Julie’s love of home decor transformed her business from decorating for her friends and renovating her own home to interior design and opening up her home decor shop in Canton as well as an online store. She finds joy in curating home decor that brings warmth and comfort to a room. For this holiday issue, Julie decorated the most important rooms: the family room, dining room, kitchen and her guest carriage house. Most of these stunning products are available in her shop at Cotton Mill Exchange in Canton and at her online store. “My team and I choose to work with Julie because of her years of experience in the home decor and design industry, as well as her love and passion for home decorating. She has the ability to turn a dull room or home into one that is inviting,” says Mary Ellen. “We love her style and decor because she is up to date with the latest trends and brings a feeling of warmth and comfort to a room while reflecting the personality of her clients.”

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GLOBAL GIVING Charley Meller, Julia Hope York, Ian Yagoda and Briah Margolis

IAN'S FRIENDS FOUNDATION WORKING TO FIND A CURE FOR PEDIATRIC BRAIN TUMORS

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ARTICLE WENDI ASPES IAN’S FRIENDS FOUNDATION (IFF), A 501C3 NON-PROFIT

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ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO FUNDING INNOVATIVE RESEARCH THAT WILL LEAD TO LIFE-SAVING TREATMENTS AND CURES FOR PEDIATRIC BRAIN TUMORS, HAS EXPANDED TO THE WEST COAST. Since inception, Ian’s

Cheryl & Phil Yagoda of Sandy Springs

Friends Foundation’s unwavering mission has been to find a cure for pediatric brain tumors by funding groundbreaking therapies and research. The Atlanta-based organization has always supported labs across the globe, but today has expanded operations by opening a chapter in Los Angeles to further educate donors, doctors and patients on the cause. Ian’s Friends Foundation was founded in 2006 by Atlantans Phil and Cheryl Yagoda after their son, Ian, was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor at the age of two. They started IFF to fill the void of the lack of pediatric research available for their son and the approximately 35,000 children living with brain tumors. In 2018, the Yagoda’s were introduced to Sydney and Joey Meller, when their daughter Charley was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Inspired by the Yagoda’s drive and determination to turn heartbreak into action, the Meller’s quickly came on board to become the leaders of the the Los Angeles chapter of IFF. “Children with brain tumors do not always have the luxury of time, and there is an immediate need for groundbreaking research so more children will survive this disease. When our daughter was diagnosed, we knew we needed to do more”, said Sydney Meller. “We were in awe of the impact IFF was having on the road to a cure and we wanted to become a part of the fight. Los Angeles is a compassionate, philanthropic city and we are excited by the challenge of igniting additional support to help our must vulnerable.” Since 2006, Ian’s Friends Foundation has raised more than $15 million to fund 28 ground-breaking research projects at 19 world-renowned U.S. institutions, including Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, NYU, Cornell, Johns Hopkins University, Emory University, Duke University, and the

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University of Pittsburgh to name a few. This funding leads to unique partnerships with world-renowned healthcare institutions and novel research that is unlikely to receive funding through other channels. “There is nothing worse as a parent than being told your child has a brain tumor and there is no cure. All of the too many parents with children suffering from this disease have formed a beautiful, nation-wide community,” says Phil Yagoda, Founder of IFF. “Without community support, none of our research projects would get off the ground. We look forward to the growth the Los Angeles chapter of IFF will bring as we raise awareness and funding to cure pediatric brain tumors.” To find out more or to make a donation, visit IansFriendsFoundation.org. CityLifestyle.com/PerimeterNorth

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WHAT BEGAN AS A SINGLE MOM AND POP CHRISTMAS TREE LOT HAS GROWN TO BE ATLANTA’S ONLY FULL SERVICE HOLIDAY STAPLE. Tradition Co. strings your outdoor lights, delivers and sets up your tree, hangs a wreath on your door, puts a log in your fireplace and does it all in the spirit of Christmas. “Christmas is first and foremost a season of giving,” says Matt Bowman, CEO of Tradition Co., “so we are honored to give a portion of our profits to Atlanta charities.” Since branding as Tradition Trees in 2006, Bowman’s company has donated more than $50,000 to local non-profits, including the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Winship Cancer Institute and many others. The giving doesn’t stop there. Tradition takes donations from customers to cover the costs associated with delivering trees to worthy Atlanta families that can’t afford a Christmas tree. And it can all be done online. And this year, Tradition Company is partnering with Perimeter North Lifestyle magazine to support Giving Kitchen. One lucky reader who contributes to Giving Kitchen (at bit.ly/iloveGK, by December 11) will win a COVID-friendly Christmas experience. A fresh tree, between 6-8 feet in height, will be delivered and set up by appointment before December 21, and taken down by appointment between December 26 - January 12. Plus, dinner delivered from Botica Restaurant (up to $400). Continuing the chill theme, Taste & Tenacity will provide two hours of holiday shopping for the winner (who is responsible for the cost of the purchases). Purchases will be delivered, unwrapped, to the winner’s home or office. All benefitting Giving Kitchen, a grassroots organization that provides emergency assistance to food service workers through financial support and a network of community resources. The giveaway was the brainchild of Tradition Co. “Time is everyone’s most valuable resource, so we developed our services with that in mind,” Bowman says. “We source high quality products and back them up with white-glove service. All of our products are available for delivery at our client’s convenience, whether it’s a premium Christmas tree, well-seasoned firewood, or a garden bed.” Bowman specializes in home and property services including landscaping, pressure washing, junk removal, and housekeeping. The car wash has a mobile service that will detail cars at your homes or offices. Go to bit.ly/iloveGK to make a donation and you’ll be automatically entered to win one of two trees donated by Tradition Co for Lifestyle Publications readers. Details from the Giving Partners TheGivingKitchen.org TraditionCompany.com TasteAndTenacity.com EatBotica.com CityLifestyle.com (Lifestyle Publications’ digital city guide magazine)

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DIY

bullet journaling 101 ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN

PHOTOGRAPHY ESTÉE JANSSENS

Let’s face it—in today’s so-much-to-do-and-so-little-time cultural mindset, it

can be hard to keep track of everything we need to do. Wake up—did you get enough sleep? Brush your teeth. Feed the kids. Feed the dog. Get ready for work. Make your lunch. Those are just six things to think about in the span of 15 minutes after your alarm goes off.

With all of these things to keep track of and our lives moving a mile a minute,

anything we can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.

THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS

start simple

make it your own

There’s so much you can do

When you start searching for

The most important thing to

here with just a notebook (you’ll

bullet journaling on Pinterest,

remember is that it is for you

probably want one with a dotted

it can get really overwhelming

and not anyone else. Find lay-

grid) and a pen! If you want to

really fast. Decide what is most

outs that help with what you

add some creative flair, consider

important for you to keep track

need, use your favorite colors,

incorporating markers, stickers

of and start with that! If you try

doodle things that help you out

and washi tape.

to do too much at once, you’ll be

and make it work for YOU and

less likely to stick with it.

your goals!

what you need

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PARTING THOUGHTS

FIVE GOLDEN HIKES HIDDEN GEMS HERE IN GEORGIA

JAMES H. “SLOPPY” FLOYD STATE PARK (SUMMERVILLE) This park’s Marble Mine Trail is one of Georgia’s hidden and CHATTAHOOCHEE

BEND

STATE PARK (NEWNAN) – THIS PARK IS LOCATED IN A GRACEFUL, QUIET CURVE

historic gems. Travel less than a mile past the upper lake and ascend Taylor Ridge. You’ll be rewarded with views of a small waterfall cascading into a blue-green pool, as well as the entrance to an abandoned marble mine.

OF THE CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER. Combine the Riverside and Bend trails to travel 11 miles, stopping to climb a small

LAURA S. WALKER STATE PARK (WAYCROSS)

observation tower with river

Just north of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp, Laura S.

views. You’ll also cross grassy

Walker is filled with intriguing creatures and plants. The 2.5-

clearings with chances to spot

mile Big Creek Nature Trail leads to an elevated boardwalk

deer and other wildlife. To truly

where you can scout a tributary of the Satilla River, looking for

appreciate the Chattahoochee

alligators, frogs and turtles.

River, sign up for one of the ranger-led trips that includes hiking upstream and paddling back downstream.

MAGNOLIA SPRINGS STATE PARK (MILLEN) Beautiful Magnolia Springs State Park is known for its crys-

Maps and details at

tal-clear springs flowing 7 million gallons per day. Take an

GAStateParks.org

easy walk on the half-mile Woodpecker Trail to a boardwalk over the beautiful blue spring. Keep an eye out for a variety of fish, Wood Storks, Pileated Woodpeckers, alligators and even “fuzzy” turtles with harmless algae growing on their shells. Continue on the Fort Lawton Trail to a museum featuring

GET OUTSIDE

items excavated from the former Civil War prison.

WATSON MILL BRIDGE STATE PARK (COMER) Watson Mill Bridge is home to the longest covered bridge in Georgia, built in 1885. Beautiful, dense forest allows hikers, bikers and horseback riders to enjoy shade along several miles of trails. Try the 2.5-mile Powerhouse Ruins Loop or 1.5-mile Beaver Creek Loop. 34

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