Hometown Herald July 2018

HOMETOWN HERALD News from the Hamilton Mill Community Association

July 2018

Welcome

COMMUNITY NEWS

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Welcome to Our Newest Residents Jason and Kristin Alcon Gregory and Janice Baird Pamela Persaud and Philip Cebelenski Geoffrey and Kalin Coon Ryan Decker Carole and Kenton Engar Christie Franklin Sean James John and Heather Kim Bobby and Barbara Miller David Nazaire Kathleen Phillips Catherine Signorile Benjamin and Julia Scott Dusty and Shanin Summers Kenneth and Stephanie Watson Peng Bu and Miao Yu

The Board of

DIRECTORS Get to Know Your Board Members Chris Singleton, President Anne Dotter, Secretary Steve Smith, Treasurer Karen Taylor, Member at Large Josh Emmett, Member at Large

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HELPFUL INFORMATION

SHABEN & ASSOCIATES ON-SITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Ph: 678.546.3737 1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway, Dacula, GA 30019 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Email: PropertyManager@Hmill.com Property Manager: Maureen Murphy CORPORATE OFFICE (for after-hours common area maintenance emergencies)

Shaben Main Office: 770-271-2252 After Hours Emergency: 770-271-2252 P.O. Box 3189 Suwanee, GA 30024-0989 ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Email: hmillevents@gmail.com You are welcome to contact the Activities Office via email at hmillevents@gmail.com for information on planned events or to RSVP for an event.

TENNIS SHOP

Ph: 770.945.6452 Jeff Dudacek: On-Site Tennis Pro GWINNETT POLICE NON-EMERGENCY

Ph: 770.513.5700 STREET MAINTENANCE

Contact Gwinnett County at 770.822.7474 to report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk.

MAILBOX REPLACEMENT/REPAIR

All mailboxes must be the same as a Community-Wide Standard: STYLE 311K • Addresses of Distinction: Ph: 770.436.6198 www.aodmailboxes.com • Mailbox Maven, Kathy Ramatowski: 678-551-8591

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Emergency ......................................................... 911 Police Headquarters............................770.513.5000 Non Emergency...................................770.513.5700 Gwinnett Sheriff/Jail..............................770.619.6500 County Courthouse..............................770.822.8000 Dacula City Hall...................................770.963.7451 Dacula Post Office...............................770.962.4390 Poison Control......................................404.616.9000 Fire Headquarters.................................678.518.5018 Station 18.............................................678.518.5018 Tag Office............................................770.822.8801 Drivers License Services........................770.995.6855 Property Tax..........................................770.822.8800 Voter Registration.................................770.226.7210 Animal Control.....................................770.339.3200 Gwinnett Senior Services......................770.822.8850 UTILITIES

BFI Waste Management......................678.963.2800 Water Resources..................................770.376.6800 Buford Gas...........................................770.945.6761 Jackson EMC/Street Light Outage........770.963.6166 Charter Communications....................678.410.9362 AT&T.....................................................800.436.8638 Direct Satellite/Dish Network.................678.714.1495 For a complete listing of Gwinnett County Departments, please visit www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/Departments

PUBLIC SCHOOLS Puckett’s Mill Elementary School.................. 678.765.5110 www.pmseonline.org

Osborne Middle School....................... 770.904.5400 www.gwinnett.k12/ha.us/OsborneMS.home.org

Millcreek High School........................... 678.714.5850 www.millcreekhighschool.org

Dacula High School............................. 770.963.6664 www.daculahs.org

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

These are resources only, no recommendations or assurances are made by the Association.

Hebron Christian Academy..................770.962.9250 Dacula Classical Academy.................678.377.0080 Oak Hill Classical School............................. 770-338-7945 Sugar Hill Christian Academy...............678-745-4121 Greater Atlanta Christian......................770-243-2258

AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

HOSPITALS/URGENT CARE

Hamilton Mill Amenity Cards are available to goodstanding residents. Please call 678.546.3737 or 678.546.1597 to set up an appointment. Replacement cards/tenant cards are $25 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.

RECREATION

LOST DOG/CATS/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES

If you have lost your pet, please email the On-Site Property Management and they will be happy to email the community. Please also contact the Gwinnett County Animal Control at 770-513-5100 to report your lost pet or a dangerous pet is running loose.

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Gwinnett Medical Center.....................678-312-1000 ChoiceOne Urgent Care - Hamilton Mill...... 470-326-7300 Northeast Georgia Medical Center.....770.219.9000 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta........... 404.150.KIDS Northeast Georgia Urgent Care...........770.848.6195 Community After Hours emergency....404.835.9100 Millcreek Athletic Association............ millcreekaa.net Dacula Soccer............................. dscrevolution.com Bogan Park (for reservations at any park).......678.227.0850 Gwinnett County Public Library.............770.978.5154 Gwinnett County Cultural Center.........770.813.7500 Lake Lanier Islands................................800.840.LAKE Road Atlanta....................................... 800.849.RACE

BOARD NEWS

DEAR RESIDENTS: We hope everyone is enjoying their summer.

It has been a busy pool season at both pools. If you are in need of an access card please note this month we started issuing amenity cards on Mondays 9am-7pm, (5-7pm by appointment only) and Thursdays from 9am-5pm. The cost of a replacement card is $25.00 (payable by check or money order only).

• Contractor signs removed from the yard We thank all the many residents that keep their homes and yards looking great to keep up your property values. Thank you and Happy 4th of July!

Maureen Murphy and Chris Shanks

While driving the community we noticed some common violations. To avoid receiving a letter please make sure the following items are in compliance.

• Lawn mowed and edged on a weekly basis • Make sure your yard has been treated for weeds • Landscape beds are mulched and weed free • Mailboxes are painted and have correct numbers

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COMMUNITY NEWS TRUSTED - RELIABLE KNOWLEDGEABLE - HONEST Living in and Loving Hamilton Mill Since 1998

Personal Service that You Deserve Putting Your Best Interest First Outstanding References Polly offers a free pre-listing staging consultation with a professional staging company at the mention of this ad.

Your Trusted Neighborhood Realtor, Polly Byrnes 770-377-2683 www.pollybyrnes.com PalmerHouse Properties 404-876-4901

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THIS IS MORE THAN JUST AN MRI. This is Hank—Hudson’s grandfather and taller half of the dynamic duo who share a love for the outdoors, chocolate ice cream and playing catch.

He can rest easy knowing his team of boardcertified radiologists offer hospital-quality care for his pesky knee injury. With CT and MRI scheduling anytime and anywhere, Hank has access to the latest in imaging technology—without sacrificing on convenience.

Hank’s goal is to keep up with Hudson. With Gwinnett Medical Center’s Access Imaging, we make that possible.

He is more than just a patient.

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SWIM TEAM NEWS

HAMMMERHEAD NEWS The Hammerheads swim season is already coming to a close. Time flies when you keep on swimming! We won our first meet against Rivermoore Riptides and have had a great time taking on other top teams in Gwinnett County. Our swimmers have improved their strokes, lowered their times and enjoyed a fun season of swim team! Our last meet is on July 2 competing against the Thunderbolts at the Lakeview Pool.

July 10th is our End-of-Season Banquet/ County Participant Recognition at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

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Good luck to all those representing Hamilton Mill at the County Championship Meet on July 14th!

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SOCIAL NEWS

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SOCIAL NEWS

Save the Date for these upcoming events!

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Dueling Pianos The REQUEST A SONG, SING-A-LONG, COMEDY SHOW Lakeview Clubhouse Friday, August 17 from 7-10 pm Tickets will go on sale via Eventbrite on July 17

Movie Under the Stars FREE Event Saturday, September 8 Lakeview Pool DJ, popcorn and movie AT DARK Movie to be announced soon!

CHASTAIN NIGHT Featuring Departure (The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band)

and Fat Arm Daddy Saturday, September 29th Doors @ 6:30pm Tickets will go on sale via Eventbrite IN AUGUST 14 | HOMETOWN HERALD | July 2018

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Returning home after a season at Eagle Ranch represents more than a graduation. It is a step toward a better life – a life worth celebrating. A life of love, joy, peace and forgiveness. A life of restored relationships and renewed hope. A life that gives back to others. Most of all, a life worth living. Congratulations to all of our graduates.

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SOCIAL NEWS

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND POOL PARTY LUAU The pool opening party on Sunday, May 27 at the Lakeview Pool was tons of fun for Hamilton Mill families and friends. All attendees were greeted with leis to get the Luau Party started!

KONA ICE rolled up to the party to serve yummy shaved ice treats. Social Committee members served over 700 slices of pizza, chips and drinks to party guests. DJ Dan played music, had trivia questions and

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prizes, and fun interactive games on the pool deck like hula hoop, putt-putt, and dance contests!

A big shout out to our very own Russell Landscaping Group for sponsoring this event, and volunteers Shawn Jones and Jen Robinson for helping serving 350+ Hamilton Mill residents!

See you at the pool and enjoy your summer!

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SOCIAL NEWS

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TENNIS NEWS

TENNIS NEWS

from Jeff Dudacek, Director of Tennis When July hits we are in full swing in summer tennis. Our Summer ALTA mixed-doubles, Senior teams, and USTA League play will come to an end in July. Playoffs will start and continue on until August. At this time, Hamilton Mill teams are competing for playoffs. July is the last month for Summer Kids Tennis training and Academy before school starts in August. Scheduling your time on the court is a must in July. Remember, courts 15 and 16 are walk on courts that can be scheduled up to 30 minutes before you play.

JULY 6: IMPORTANT FALL ALTA DATE The deadline for signing up for fall teams is approaching. All players must sign the online book at hmill.com before they can get picked for a team or move to another team. This date is an ALTA deadline. If you want to play, sign the book at least a couple of weeks before the deadline. The Fall tennis season begins in September.

SUMMER LEAGUE PLAY TIMES • Weekday Women’s USTA-Thursday 9:00am • Weekday 40+ Women’s USTA-Tuesday @ 9:00am • Alta Senior Men-Friday @ 6:30pm • Alta Mixed Doubles-Saturday @ 9:00am • Sunday Business Women-Sunday @ 12:00pm • Men’s USTA-Sunday @ 4pm • Summer Leagues will continue until the end of July.

Buck, Martha Friedman, Ashley Jones, Heidi Martin, Michelle Ashwood, Allison White, Julie Crawford, Wendy Kitts, Monica Cook, Becky Neal and Captain Beth Hilderhauf.

PRO SHOP NEWS Remember to hang up the roll drys on the fence. They start to get flat spots if not elevated above the ground. I also want to welcome Madison Park to the staff at the Hamilton Mill pro shop!

PRO TENNIS IN ATLANTA BB&T Atlanta Open, July 21-July 29th Come watch your favorite veteran players and new players trying to qualify for the US Open in New York City. It is a good tournament to see up close as the pros speed and pace on the ball. It is an ATP World 250 Tour event. The draw is a 28 player drawer with a 16 player doubles event. Tickets and more information are at the tournament website at www.bbtatlantaopen.com

USTA HILDERHAUF 40 AND OVER TEAM After qualifying for state playoffs for USTA, the Beth Hilderhauf team went down to Columbus, Georgia to the state competition in June. The tournament was played on clay but that did not stop them from competing at the highest level. After winning 5 team matches in a row, they qualified for the finals. They came up short in the final but they represented themselves as champions. Congratulations to Carmen Hermes, Mary

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TENNIS TIPS

TENNIS TIPS 7 TIPS ON RETURN OF SERVE from Jeff Dudacek, Director of Tennis

1. KEEP THE RETURN SIMPLE. Your job is to put the ball in play and only go for a better return if you get an easier serve. In doubles, try to put the ball back in front of your partner.

2. MOVE IN ON KICK OR SPIN SERVES. If the server hits a kick serve, the returner also tries to keep control of the court by moving in and taking the ball before it kicks too high and wide. Moving in early can give you the opportunity to make a strategic return on this tricky serve.

3. MOVE FORWARD IN AN ANGLE TO RETURN THE BALL. Check to make sure your bodyweight is fully loaded on your back leg before you play every shot. Getting your back leg and weight behind the ball allows for easier weight transfer and a much more consistent shot.

4. PLAY THE MOMENTUM OF THE MATCH. Find the spot you want to return the serve then move back a few steps. This will give you the movement forward against the serve.

5. IS IT A FIRST OR SECOND SERVE? Your position on the court when you return the serve will be different if the serves have different speeds.

6. GIVE YOURSELF MORE TIME. If you find that you still can’t react quickly enough, another way is to stand further back from the baseline. Each step you stand further back will give that little bit of extra time to meet the ball. And when it comes to returning big serves, every moment can help.

7. SLICE FAST BALLS. Instead of trying to drive your returns, slice the ball. With a slice, the impact of the ball on your racket can be further back. It is also easier to control the ball with a slice and can buy you some time to get back into position on court if you’ve been pushed out of your comfort zone.

SEE YA ON THE COURTS!

4. RETURN AN IMAGINARY BALL. Good returners also have another habit that can help improve their returns. When the opponent serves the ball in the net, they return an imaginary ball. Their objective is to make the initial decision of reading the direction of the ball before it hits the net. If they can accomplish this, they can also by inference return the fastest balls.

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TENNIS TRAINING :SF SD ad

SUMMER JUNIOR TENNIS TRAINING

PROGRAM COST ONE DAY: $25 TWO DAYS: $40

TOURNAMENT COST $20 Hamilton Mill presents a high-level tennis training program to enhance stroke technique, strategy, and fitness for the junior player.

This junior program is a flexible, fun way to improve skills and stay active in tennis all summer. It includes supervised match play, which is an important part of development as a competitive player.

The program will consist of three levels: Varsity, Junior Varsity and Futures. Each player is evaluated for proper placement in the program and advancement in the levels will be encouraged throughout the summer.

Here is the schedule for the rest of the summer: Week 6 7 8

Program Schedule: 10:30 – 12:30 Monday, July 9 Wednesday, July 11 Monday, July 16 Wednesday, July 18 Monday, July 23 Wednesday, July 25

1-Day Junior Tennis Tournament Schedule Friday, July 27 Hamilton Mill is also offering a Junior Beginner 101 class for players new to tennis. Please contact the Pro Shop for more details.

TO SIGN UP, PLEASE EMAIL THE SHOP: NAME, PHONE, EMAIL, AGE, EXPERIENCE, WEEKS INTERESTED

DEADLINE: THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE TRAINING WEEK SIGNING UP EARLY GUARANTEES A SPOT DUE TO LIMITED COURT SPACE!

HAMILTON MILL milltennis@bellsouth.net 770 – 945 - 6452 Payment is due each week in cash or check (made to Mill Tennis) on the first day of the weekly session.

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HAMILTON MILL FOR HOPE

3rd Annual Hamilton Mill for Hope Special Thanks to all our Sponsors Court Sponsors: Buffalo’s Café Builders Steel Supply

Shawn Buchan Realty Coastal-GCP, LLC

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Event Patrons: Coach Dupree Luxury Limo Service Flowers by Jose Viera Hamilton Mill Golf Club-Steve Stonecypher Jackie Yates Salon Joey Watkins Tire and Auto Juniors Deli

Lasting Moments Photography Publix Supermarket Sculpt Personal Fitness Studio The Brent Benson Family The Heusel Family Traditions Golf Club-Casey Haney

Gift in Kind: Jeff Dudacek – HMill Tennis Director Daniel Crockett – HMill Pro A Massage 4 U-Trish Lowrie Appearances Salon by Trent ATL Massage Attention to Detail Garage Door Austin’s Burritos Bare Bones Berkshire Hathaway Home Services (Brenda Knight) Body Plex Cotton Calf Kitchen Duck, Duck, Goose Green Tea Hamilton Mill Car Wash Hugo Zamora Agency Interior ReDesigns and Finds Jolie Amis Salon & Spa Luciano’s Ristorante Italiano

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Massage by Vaughn Pierro MBS Life Fitness, LLC Nuskin-Mary Williams Papa Jacks Pro Nails Rays Donuts Sothern Lace Boutique Status Design and Consign Sweet Lab Tannery Row Ale House The Ward Family Tips-n-Toes Traditions Golf Course Velvet Bleu Vibrant Life Fitness Vibrant Life-Massage by Vicki Costco Edward Jones-Clark Jensen Healthy from the Heart

Orange Theory Pure Romance RetroCo-skincare & makeup Ruby Ribbon Stella & Dot Tastefully Simple The Pampered Chef The Purse Lady 31 something D’Adamio Thursday Team Hanes Thursday Team Heusel Sunday Team Hutson Thursday Team Jones Thursday Team Lacy Sunday Team Scherruble Tuesday Team Thomas Thursday Team Tullis Thursday Team Visintainer Thursday Team

HAMILTON MILL FOR HOPE

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HAMILTON MILL FOR HOPE

Winner!

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HAMILTON MILL FOR HOPE

Our 3nd Annual Hamilton Mill HopeFest tennis tournament was held on May 14th and 15th and raised over $16,000 to support breast cancer care and prevention at Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation. The fun began at the 13th Annual Buffalo’s Café PINK PARTY in their new location.

There was an amazing show of support from the community and a great night with friends.

We raised a lot of money selling Pink Party tickets and raffling items donated from local businesses. Thanks to Buffalo’s Café for their generous support and to all the great staff for making it a big success.

Each day started with a goody bag and continental breakfast donated by Juniors Deli, which led into a 10 team round robin format tournament. The event brings together players from all levels and teams and proves how great it is to play tennis at Hamilton Mill yearround. The closing luncheon was catered by Buffalo’s Café at the Hamilton Mill Clubhouse, which included a guest speaker, prizes and a fund-raising raffle with awesome baskets donated by HMill tennis teams. Special thanks to Heidi Floyd for sharing her inspirational story about her diagnosis and ongoing efforts to fight breast cancer, and continuing her life mission to support others and save lives.

You can connect with Heidi on LinkedIn and Facebook as Heidi Floyd, and on Twitter as @followheidi.

The Tennis Tournament at the Lakeview Tennis Center had over 40 participants and many volunteers and spectators who enjoyed a fun, action-packed day of tennis and shopping at the booths set up by local businesses.

Many thanks to all our participants, volunteers, coaches, sponsors and businesses who made this event so successful and for supporting our fight against breast cancer. ~ Hamilton Mill HopeFest 2018

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Enrolling For New Academic School Year beginning in August Open House Every 3rd Saturday 10AM-Noon “CountrySide Montessori School provides an exceptional learning environment for children!

It is a remarkable place that fosters education, independence, and discovery in a nurturing environment. As parents, we want to instill a life long love for learning in our children and CountrySide embodies this ideal!”

PRIMARY CLASS Ages 2-1/2 Years Through Kindergarten • Fostering kindness, courtesy and responsibility • Strong individualized math, reading and writing program • Spanish lessons, and exposure to French and German • Strong emphasis on geography and music • No long-term tuition contracts • Park-like setting with vegetable and flower gardens

- Sarah, mother of three daughters; 1 graduate, and 2 current students.

Hanne Gottschalk, MA, AMI Diplomate (2001) Directress and Owner Masters Degree in Child Development and Family Living Nationally Accredited by the Association Montessori International, USA (AMI)

“Where children love to learn, discover & respect one another!”

770-277-3950

3674 Fence Road, Dacula, Ga

Located less than 5 miles from Hamilton Mill and I-85

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AROUND TOWN

Community News

SUWANEE FARMER’S MARKET

DISNEY’S NEWSIES

“The Suwanee Farmer’s Market has a loyal customer and farmer base,” notes Suwanee Events Manager Amy Doherty. “Our market is almost as much a social event as it is an opportunity to access locally grown produce and a variety of other items, such as salsa, honey, eggs and meat, and baked goods.” suwanee.com

Based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White. Inspired by the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899, this high-energy musical soars with rousing dance numbers and non-stop thrills. In New York City at the turn of the century, publishing titans Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst look to take advantage of newsboys to increase profits. Enter charismatic Jack Kelly who unwittingly leads a ragged band of teenaged “newsies” across the city to strike for what’s right. This Tony Award-winning musical, based on the timeless Disney film, is toe-tapping fun for the entire family. www.auroratheatre.com

Saturday, July 7, 14, 21 &28 from 8:00am to 12:00pm

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR

Saturday, July 7 & 28 at 10:00am

Go back in time with our costumed historical interpreters as they guide you through historic downtown Lawrenceville. Perfect for anyone interested in learning the rich history of Gwinnett County. www.gwinnettparks.com FAMILY FUN DAY AT THE FARM

Saturday, July 14 | 10am

July 19-22, 24-28 | 8pm

SPLASH NIGHT

Friday, July 27 at 5:00pm

Sugar hill hosts a fun filled family night hanging out on the Plaza, playing in the Splash Park and food trucks! cityofsugarhill.com

Celebrate the bicentennial of Gwinnett County and National Parks and Recreation Month at McDaniel Farm. Step back in time and enjoy a tour of the farm and Archie’s Garden. This special event will have food concessions, vendors, demonstrations, crafts, hay rides, farm animals, music, and more.

Visit the playground, pavilion, and dog park while enjoying the natural beauty and historic heritage of four generations of the McDaniel family. www.gwinnettparks.com ICE CREAM SOCIAL IN THE GARDEN

Saturday, July 14 | 3pm

Join us to celebrate summer and our friends (that’s you!) at Discovery Garden’s Ice Cream Social. Bring your family and cool off with a sweet treat in the Garden. Kids welcome to wear swimsuits, we’ll have the water hoses out.

Please RSVP to Deb at deb.ndgp@gmail.com Free community fun (donations appreciated)

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When it’s your child, nothing’s more urgent When your pediatrician is unavailable, our Urgent Care Centers are open 7 days a week, including holidays.

Because when they’re not feeling well, the last thing you want to do is wait.

To find out which of our 8 locations is nearest you, and even save your spot in line, visit choa.org/waittimes.

CHILDREN’S AT HAMILTON CREEK Located in the Hamilton Mill Town Center shopping center 2240 HAMILTON CREEK PKWY, STE 600 DACULA

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