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89 chamber member directory Neal duPre Dorothy city scapes Clark 56 college park 60 east point 64 fairburn Account Executives 68 hapeville palmetto Published By: Print Graphics Services, Inc., 74 101 Tivoli Gardens Road, Peachtree City GA 30269 table of contents 78 union city www.printgraphics.net Photography: Rob Felt, Lead Photographer Designer: Maria Hanson about our cover... Web/Art Director: Colin Tidwell Production Manager: Annisha Sellars A sampling of South Fulton area offerings! Clockwise from top right: A happy student at Parklane Elementary, photo courtesy of The Guide covering South Fulton and Airport Area welcomes all social & South Fulton Board of Education; The GICC, photo by Warren community-related information for publication in Vol. IV. Bond; Brighten the room with flowers from Toni’s; John Boothby, Send materials, non-returnable, to: The Guide, 101 Tivoli Gardens Road, President of the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Marie Peachtree City, Georgia 30269. Liang Schlosser, sales executive for the Guide, and Bill Call us about advertising or photographic & editorial contributions Davenport, Past-Chair of the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce at 770-631-1246. at the Annual Meeting; Rugby Street in full Bloom; In the flight Presenting, Vol. III, the 2004 Guide covering South Fulton and Airport Area. The Guide is owned and simulator at Alteon, photo by Rob Felt published annually by Print Graphics Services, Inc., 101 Tivoli Gardens Road, Peachtree City, Georgia 30269. This publication is produced in association with the 2004 South Fulton Chamber of Commerce Area Guide and Membership Directory that is published by Print Graphics Services, Inc. exclusively for the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce. No portions of this issue may be reproduced without prior written consent of the publisher. The editors are not responsible for return of any unused materials. The Publisher and editors are not responsible for any changes in dates of events or activities made after The Guide deadline. All efforts have been made to include factual editorial copy throughout the magazine. However, the Publisher is not responsible for any incorrect information contained within.

THE GUIDE 2004 8 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Some of the world’s leading corporations chose GreyStone Power as their provider. (Wecan’tsaywho,butwecansaywhy.)

Four of the corporations we can’t mention had As a matter of fact, last year we never turned their over $320 billion in combined revenues when they power off during any of our maintenance operations. chose GreyStone over our formidable competitor. If your company is considering locating in the And they had good reasons. Atlanta area, call us. We are close to Atlanta and They knew, for example, that GreyStone Power service an area with convenient access to interstates consistently provides reliable electricity at one of the and the Atlanta airport. best rates in the country. We’ll provide the most reliable power available They also knew that we will continue to provide anywhere, no matter what size your plant is. At a all the power they need no matter how fast their price you can work and grow with. company or their county grows. If you want to know more, call GreyStone Power And now they know that we will continue to help at 770-370-2037 and ask for Ed Cahill. He might even them conserve energy and help them save money. tell you who the companies are.

Energy. Security. Financial Services. And the power to bring it all home. Visit our Web site at www.greystonepower.com SouthSouth FultonFulton Photo by Rob Felt Photo Betsy Box, Founder of The Bedford School FacesFaces South Fulton County is blessed with resources and opportunities. But the area’s greatest blessings are the people who make up our communities. From the medical professionals healing our families to the small business owners investing in and improving our local economy, South Fulton residents are reaching out to help our neighborhoods thrive. This year, our featured South Fulton ‘Faces’ include successful business people, an exceptional educator and an upcoming sports star.

Betsy Box

south fulton faces but the cat definitely had a short atten- Mobile, AL. He was a welder, 21 years As founder and director of The tion span,” she remembers. old, and reading at a second-grade level. Bedford School, Betsy Box knows she is Betsy went on to college and received His goal was to get up to a sixth-grade following the path she was meant to her BS in Elementary Education from level so he could fill out job applica- tread. “All I ever wanted to do was Samford University in Birmingham, AL. tions,” Betsy says. “We worked hard for teach,” she says. To achieve her dream, She earned her Masters and eight weeks. At the end, he was not read- Betsy first had to overcome a learning Educational Specialist Degrees from ing at a sixth-grade level, but at a sev- disability. In the first grade, she’d write Georgia State University and later enth-grade level. He looked at me and her b’s and d’s backwards. received her PhD in Education. While said, “Thank you for my life.” At that Once home, Betsy’s mom would take in college, she worked for Dr. Charles moment, I knew that I wanted to devel- time and re-teach her all the informa- Shedd of the Reading Research op a whole school for children with tion she’d been unable to master in Program in Berea, KY. Dr. Shedd was a learning disabilities so they wouldn’t class. “Then I’d go out on my porch and pioneer, investigating why some chil- have to be frustrated and struggle.” line up my dolls and cat to teach them dren learn differently. Betsy began working at Woodward to read. The dolls were good listeners, “My first student was a fellow from Academy in 1971 and developed their

THE GUIDE 2004 10 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net program for dyslexic children. In 1980, installed throughout the Airport. Since south fulton faces she started the Squirrel Hollow Camp, a then, four passengers suffering from 5-week program addressing the academ- cardiac arrest have been rescued with ic needs of children with learning dis- the assistance of bystanders using the abilities in a residential camp setting. medical devices. The Bedford School began in the fall of “With the heaviest passenger 1985 with 34 students; classes were held volume of any airport in the world, it at the Southwest Christian Church. Five only makes sense that we lead the years later, with 54 children, the school way in making these potentially moved to the campus of Atlanta life-saving devices available to Christian College. airport passengers and personnel,” Hartsfield-Jackson courtesy of Photo The Bedford School bought 47 acres DeCosta says. in Fairburn in July of 1996 and immedi- And lead the way they have. The ately began raising money to build. In Airport’s Operation Hartbeat is a the fall of 2001, classes opened at the model for other airports and has Ben DeCosta new school - spacious and bright — on attracted interest from officials at the Airport received an award from the Milam Road. Each class has 8 - 12 chil- airports across the US. Air Transport Research Society for being dren and is taught by teachers specially With stepped-up security measures, first in productivity and efficiency among trained to work with children with learn- Hartsfield-Jackson has its share of chal- 90 leading airports worldwide. ing disabilities. Students are separated lenges. But there are great opportuni- “When you care about people, you’re into skill groups, so that each child can ties, too. DeCosta and his staff continue going to do a good job for them,” says maximize his or her potential. their positive approach with DeCosta. “That’s why our entire team at Every day, Betsy is reminded that the Hartsfield-Jackson Development Hartsfield-Jackson works so well. We she’s exactly where she’s meant to be. Program - “Focus On the Future.” The care about everyone who passes “One of the most exciting parts of this expansion program spans 10 years and through our airport.” job is that every day, students are costs more than 5.4 billion; it’s well into A native New Yorker, DeCosta doing things that they couldn’t do the its second year and includes the con- received his Bachelor of Arts degree in day before.” struction of a new fifth runway and a physics at Queens College and went on Ben DeCosta new international terminal. to earn his Juris Doctor from New York Benjamin R. DeCosta has directed Under DeCosta’s leadership, Atlanta’s Law School in 1975. Prior to his present Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport has received numerous awards position, DeCosta worked for the Port Airport (HJAIA) since June of 1998. As and national recognition in many areas Authority of New York and served as general manager for the City of including airfield safety. the general manager of Newark Atlanta’s Department of Aviation, he’s In fact, in July 2003, International Airport. made customer service, safety and secu- Truett Cathy rity some of his top priorities. S. Truett Cathy, Founder & The Airport’s mission — “to be the Chairman of Chick-fil-A® is well known, world’s best airport by exceeding cus- though perhaps not as well known as the tomer expectations” - has brought it the cows that picket us to “Eat Mor Chikin.” number one ranking in the overall pas- That ad campaign has done a lot to senger satisfaction survey for large hub popularize his chain of restaurants. airports conducted by the International Air Transport Association. This is especially impressive when you consider that Hartsfield-Jackson is the busiest airport in the world, accommodating more than 78 million passengers last year. One way that DeCosta and his staff reach out to assist passengers is through the Operation Hartbeat program, launched in April 2003. Through the program, 200 Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) were Photo courtesy of Chick-Fil-A

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 11 www.southfultonguide.net Born in Eaton, GA in 1921, Cathy was the sixth of seven children. As a youngster, he helped his mother run a boarding house, delivered newspapers and operated his own business selling soft drinks. He served in the army after high school. Then, in 1946, he opened a tiny restaurant — the Dwarf Grill (later renamed the Dwarf House)-with his brother. In 1967, the first Chick-fil-A® restaurant opened in Atlanta. Chick-fil- A® now has over nearly 1,100 restaurants with more than Photo by Rob Felt Photo 40,000 restaurant employees Yolanda Reynolds around the country. The chain surpassed the $1 billion sales mile- students have been funded. And, just sales firm. “My main focus is to build stone in 2000 and has posted consecu- has he has done for nearly 50 years, relationships that develop into win-win tive sales gains for the past 36 years. Cathy teaches a Sunday school class to results for my clients,” Reynolds says. His secret for success goes beyond 13-year-old boys. She has used her expertise in raising great-tasting chicken. A good product at Cathy and his wife, Jeannette, have a funds, planning promotional events a good price is an important of the strong family life with three children, 12 and developing publications for a equation, but Cathy stresses quality of grandchildren and more than 135 “fos- range of non-profit businesses and service, as well. ter grandchildren.” Sons Dan and Don organizations such as the Atlanta “I tell our people here that they (Bubba) hold positions at Chick-fil-A®. Business League, Concerned Black have to remember to do things right Dan is president of Chick-fil-A® and Clergy of Metro Atlanta, East Point each and every time, not just some- Bubba is senior vice president of the Business Association, Gate City Bar times,” Cathy says. “A person can have company and president of the Chick-fil- Association and the American Red a pleasant experience in a restaurant A® Dwarf House division. Daughter Cross. In 2003, Reynolds generated 50 times but be disappointed or treat- Trudy, the youngest, is the Director for over a million dollars for her clients. ed rudely just once and never come Camp WinShape for Girls in Rome, GA. How does she do it? Reynolds has a back. It is so important to be consis- If you think there’s no place for faith strong base of corporate clients and tent in your service as well as the in business, S. Truett Cathy disagrees. “I maintains close working relationships

south fulton faces quality of your product.” see no conflict between biblical princi- with many companies, including Cathy relies very strongly on his faith ples and good business practice,” he Cingular Wireless, Morehouse School and brings it into every aspect of his life. says. “Corporate America needs faith in North American Properties-Camp The Chick-fil-A® purpose statement something more than the bottom line.” Creek MarketPlace, BellSouth, MARTA, reads: “To have a positive influence on Yolanda Reynolds AGL Resources, Hartsfield-Jackson all who come in contact with Chick-fil-A.” Yolanda Reynolds understands the Atlanta International Airport, The He has done just that. Chick-fil-A® importance of good relationships and Coca-Cola Company, UPS Foundation, restaurants are never open on Sundays she knows how to build them. That’s the HBO Atlanta, Washington Mutual, because, Cathy says, it’s one way to basis for her success both personally and Delta Airlines and General Electric. By honor God. Through the WinShape professionally. working with all these companies, Centre Foundation funded by Chick-fil- As the President of Reynolds organizations and community groups, A®, foster homes are operated for more ADsociates, relationship building is what she is able to match up resources to the than 120 children, a summer camp for she does. Founded in 1991, Reynolds benefit of all. more than 1,600 children is sponsored ADsociates is a community/ public rela- Reynold’s work has helped bring and college scholarships for over 16,500 tions, event planning and sponsorship growth and prosperity to East Point and

THE GUIDE 2004 12 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net South Fulton. As Marketing and Home Based Business south fulton faces Promotions Consultant for Camp Creek Achievement Award MarketPlace, she was instrumental in from the East Point getting the builders, North American Business Association and Properties, actively involved in the com- the 2003 “For Sisters Only” munity. She helped develop their part- Community Service Award nerships with Parklane Elementary and from V-103 Radio Station. Tri-Cities High School, local business Of course, her most impor- organizations and community initia- tant relationships are those with tives, especially initiatives impacting her family. In November of South Fulton’s youth. 2004, she’ll mark “15 wonderful “A lot of Camp Creek MarketPlace’s years” married to Sylvester Reynolds. promotional events and marketing Together, they enjoy raising their two strategies are still centered around these boys, 10-year old Ashton Sinclair and partnerships, which greatly contributes Wildon Chandler, age 3. to the success of the MarketPlace and Donald Young, Jr. the strength of the community,” There’s a rising star right here in South Reyonlds says. Fulton - Donald Young Jr. The 14 year- One of her finest achievements came old’s athletic ability is often compared to earlier this year, when the Blood Tiger Woods, except that Young’s game Donation Center at Camp Creek is tennis. And it has been since he was MarketPlace opened. As Co-Chair of the two years old. Advisory Board for the American Red Young, now a member of the USA Jr.

Cross Minority Recruitment Program, Davis Cup Team, has accomplished a lot by Rob Felt Photo Reynolds was a major force lobbying for within those twelve years. In June 2004, the first blood donation center to be he qualified as a Wild Card for Donald Young, Jr. located in a primarily African-American Wimbledon in the boys’ 18 category. community. The grand opening in His list of wins and honors, starting March 2004 was the culmination of back in 1999, fills pages. In 2002, at the years of effort. age of 13, he was ranked the #1 Boy in A lot of young kids swing the racket, Reynolds brings her energy and the USTA 14. but only a handful have such innate tal- charisma to several distinguished In 2003, Young made debut at the US ent, and even fewer have the dedicated Boards. Besides her role with the Red Open Jr. Championships and was part of coaching that Young enjoys. That’s Cross, she is also a Board Member for the Arthur Ashe Kids Day on CBS. He because the coaches are his parents - the East Point Business Association, swept the singles and doubles titles at Illona and Donald Young Sr., both ten- Fulton County Partnership for Teen Tennis in Telford, Great Britain, nis pros, have nurtured their son’s skills Tomorrow and South Fulton Chamber The El Paso youth Tennis Centre ITF while protecting him from the “too of Commerce and a member of the Tournament in El Paso, Texas and Les much too fast” lifestyle that can come Atlanta Association of Black Journalists Petits As in Tarbes, France. with talent and accomplishment. and the Atlanta Business League. She Young also became the first African- Born in Chicago, Young and his fam- also serves as Publisher of the Who’s American to win a singles title in the 57- ily moved to the South Fulton area so he Who in Black Atlanta Book, Atlanta’s year history of the Orange Bowl could train at the Tennis In Motion Premier Networking Guide. International Championships in the Academy, operated by his father, at the She has been recognized by Cingular boys’ 16s finals, the first American win- Donald Young TennisPlex, formerly the Wireless as “Minority Entrepreneur of ner since Jim Courier. South Fulton Tennis Center, in Atlanta. the Year” and has been on the Atlanta Among his awards in 2004, Young won For all his talent and love of the Business League List of 100 Most the singles title and was a doubles finalist game, Young is a typical teen who enjoys Influential Women for the past four at the Easter Bowl, USTA National Spring playing video games, going to the years. Women Looking Ahead named Championship; there, he became the movies and listening to music whenever her one of Georgia’s Most Powerful and youngest person ever to win the boys’ 18 he can. A typical teen making plans to Influential Women in Business. title, as well as the first to win the boys’ 14 win the Grand Slam of tennis — and Recently, Reynolds received the 2003 and 18 titles in back-to-back years. celebrate his fifteenth birthday.

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 13 www.southfultonguide.net OldRevitalized!Revitalized! National Highway

The Old National Highway Merchant’s Association sponsored a tour of Smyrna’s Successful Revitalization Program to give local leaders a first hand look at a successful revitalization program that is similar to the Old National Highway’s own plan of complete renewal of their area. Left to right: Allan Lane, Economic Development Specialist, City of College Park; Don Winbush, Vice President, Old National Highway Merchants Association; Inga Kennedy, President Old National Highway Merchants Association; John Boothby, President, South Fulton Chamber of Commerce; Jennifer Bennett, City of Smyrna; Odalys Huggins City of Smyrna; Judy Knowles, President, Keep South Fulton Beautiful.

Old National Highway has a proud history as the commercial heart of South Fulton County. That history may include some rough-and-tumble times, but it has survived and is now turning the corner on revitalization.

he highway stretches over six 226 businesses that thrive there. And vation of the old Levitz building, as well miles, from I-285 to Highway there’s more opportunity to tap into, as a few upcoming projects. T138 at the Fayette County line he adds. Every day, occupants of the The former Kroger Plaza at 5134 and runs through College Park, along- 10,000 hotel rooms in the area look for Old National Highway has been pur- side the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta nearby places to eat and shop. chased and plans are in motion to con- International Airport. It’s not all just opportunity, though. vert it into a fitness center, a $6 million According to Joseph Johnson Jr., Much of the new development is already investment. Along Godby Road, just Director of Economic Development here or currently underway. College east of Scofield Road, construction has with Fulton County, about 44,000 cars Park Economic Development Specialist begun on an 8,000 square foot go up and down Old National daily, Allan C. Lane cites the Alteon Training Chevron service station and conven- bringing a good flow of traffic to the Center, the John Wieland Homes reno- ience center, a $2 million investment. Feature - Old National Revitalization

THE GUIDE 2004 14 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net John Wieland Feature - Old National Revitalization Turns an Eyesore into Opportunity

For more than eight years, the old adding rooms and finishing basements Levitz building along the Old National for customers who own John Wieland Highway corridor in College Park has homes. been abandoned. What many saw as an According to Ron Meehan, president eyesore, John Wieland Homes & of John Wieland Support Companies, Neighborhoods saw as an opportunity. the facility attracted them for a number In February of this year, the compa- of reasons. The overall size of the struc- ny purchased the 243,000 square-foot ture allows a number of the support structure situated on nine acres. John companies to be housed in one place. It Wieland Homes & Neighborhoods is was in very good condition. “And the investing $2.5 million in renovations to location is ideal,” he says. “It’s accessi- convert the building for John Wieland ble to our corporate office and the Support Companies. The support com- nearby interstate exchanges are con- panies include: two manufacturing venient when it comes to moving our companies - one for cabinets and products to construction areas.” another for windows and exterior door The renovation will bring major ben- units; three distribution companies - efits to Old National Highway and the one for construction material, one for entire area. Once it’s open, the facility lighting and plumbing fixtures and a will bring 33 jobs to College Park, with third for nursery products; and a another 70 to be added later. remodeling company that handles Photo by Warren Bond Photography Bond by Warren Photo

Buildings at the former Anderson Old National’s current rate of the investments has been made by the Old Communications Co., 2245 Godby growth and renovation - and with the National Merchants Association Road, are undergoing renovation so money that corporations are willing to (ONMA). the new owners, Universal Cargo invest. But one of the most enduring Since 1989, ONMA has been work- Management, Inc., can use them as office space, a $1.5 million investment. In addition, plans for development of the Texaco Service Station at the corner of Godby Road and Old National are being reviewed by the City of College Park and the Radisson Hotel has been purchased for conversion into a Wyndham brand. Several prime areas along Old National are in the early stages of renovation and development — the Service Merchandise Plaza, the Target site and 5.3 acres on Old National near Godby Road. Lane also points out that an Old National Highway LCI has been sub- mitted to the Atlanta Regional Commission, which would bring streetscape and traffic improvements to the highway. Old National Merchants Association by Rob Felt Photo It’s not hard to see the potential with Helen Zaver, owner of Howard Johnson Express Atlanta Airport, and Chief Gary Yandura of the College Park Police

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 15 www.southfultonguide.net ing to sustain and improve the economic vitality and quality of life of the Old National Corridor - working closely with schools, churches and neighborhood associations. “Old National is very much a community-invested corridor and we’re keepers of the vision,” says Inga Kennedy, President of ONMA. “Our community focus means we work closely with all depart- ments of the government - the police, fire dept, economic development. We make sure the government sees us as an organization that knows what we want. ONMA has been the promoter of Old National for these 15 years, setting the vision and tone.” Kennedy’s positive energy

and strong vision, combined by Rob Felt Photo with her tireless devotion to the Neighborhood Enforcement Team Officers DeJuan Robinson and Boyd Burns residents and businesses along with NET Team Supervisor Sgt. James McGee Old National, keep the organization focused on where it’s going and copywriter living in the community. while we’ve tried to be aggressive and what it needs to do to get there. He’d asked to speak to the organiza- consistent in applying our standards, “Our monthly meetings are real tion when he was heading up an we also work to not be overly restrictive. forums,” Kennedy says. “Businesses umbrella group of neighborhood Old National is an older commercial show up and government agencies are associations concerned with the vitali- district. If we were too strict, we would well-represented. It’s a good opportu- ty of Old National, so it seemed like a create burdens on established busi- nity for people to deal with a variety of natural link. Winbush decided to vol- nesses. So we try to be understanding issues and get the attention of govern- unteer at ONMA because “I can’t help while remaining strong.” ment representatives. If a process is but be impressed and inspired by folks ONMA has also sponsored several not working well, it usually comes up who take their destiny into their own events that highlight local businesses at the meetings and we can begin to hands.” and bring the community together. address and improve it.” Through the years, ONMA has There has been a Business Expo, a ONMA has been a consistent cata- drummed up support for such initia- road race and two years ago, the Taste lyst, the one constant working for the tives as streetlights, sidewalks and an of Old National Festival. It was a real development of Old National, adds overlay district. The overlay district family event and had great participa- Don Winbush, ONMA’s vice presi- was developed to improve quality and tion. The Fulton County health depart- dent. “There has been business inter- create visual consistency along the ment had a booth with health info, est, both large and small companies, highway. It set the standards for such there was live entertainment, activities government involvement and neigh- things as lighting, parking, colors of for kids, businesses displaying their borhood associations helping out, but buildings, height of signs, landscap- wares, and all kinds of music including ONMA is the one constant. We’ve ing. ONMA was among the first in gospel and rock. been the pushers and the prodders Fulton County to pass it. Inga has a message for all of the res- for the last 15 years.” “It was a challenge,” Winbush says. idents, business and supporters. “Don’t Winbush got involved with ONMA “We had to battle a hodgepodge to leave now. We need you more than after being a home-based, marketing build visual quality and identity. And ever! Things are getting ready to take Feature - Old National Revitalization

THE GUIDE 2004 16 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Feature - Old National Revitalization off and we need good stable, committed people to work right here.” Felker W. Ward, Jr. of Pinnacle Investment Advisors, LLC has been an area resident for the last 18 years. He sees the potential of Old National Highway and what it will take to achieve it. “In addition to the current mix of starter homes, the area needs more development of middle- and upscale housing,” he says. “That will draw in more resi- Photo courtesy of The Old National Merchants Association Merchants Old National The courtesy of Photo dents, a viable market for The Old National Merchants Association works with the community and local government to help investors, businesses and pre- the Old National area thrive miere dining facilities.” Howard Johnson - 2002. Helen and Brandon Zaver had “We were attracted to Old National for Atlanta Airport been working in the hospitality business the major benefit of close proximity to The Howard Johnson on Old National for more than 15 years and they knew a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Highway was available for purchase in good opportunity when they saw it. Airport. The hotel is only 3 miles from

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THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 17 www.southfultonguide.net Photo and inset by Rob Felt inset and Photo Alteon Training Center On February 26 of this year, Alteon Training L.L.C. officially opened its brand-new $75 million aviation-training center in the City of College Park. The 52,000-sq. ft. facility sits on six acres on Godby Road at Old National Highway. The state-of-the-art training center provides pilot training, aircraft maintenance training, advanced technology training devices and learning tools. Six full-flight simulators are housed in the two- story building. The facility employs 15 full-time positions and can accommodate up to 200 trainees per day, comprised of pilots, maintenance technicians and cabin crews. Alteon is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company within Boeing Commercial Airplanes’ Commercial Aviation Services group. The training organization supports the world’s aviation community with more than 70 full flight simulators in 20 locations around the world. “We are consistently increasing training value by placing our training centers at locations that support our customers’ operational needs,” says Pat Gaines, president of Alteon. Fulton County Economic Above: Roland Desjardins, Development officials, Atlanta airport General Manager, Alteon.

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Feature - Old National Revitalization College Park led the successful recruit- approach to Hartsfield-Jackson ment effort that ultimately resulted in Atlanta International Airport. Alteon’s decision to locate the aviation Top: Alteon classroom training facility project in Atlanta.

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“You can’t get there from here.” It may Airport (HJAIA), Ben DeCosta, is one ter understand the relationship between sound funny, but sometimes it’s all too such backer; he’s a former HATMA land use and transportation.” true. HATMA is working to change that. Chairman of the Board. HATMA’s territory covers about 60 HATMA stands for The Hartsfield “I certainly believe in HATMA’s mis- square miles with HJAIA right in the mid- Area Transportation Management sion, and am proud to have been part of dle; it also includes Hapeville, East Point, Association. It’s one of the eight the effort to bring this wonderful organ- College Park, Forest Park, Old National Transportation Management ization to the Airport,” DeCosta says. “I Highway, Camp Creek Marketplace and Associations (TMAs) in Georgia whose was delighted to recently learn of the the State Farmer’s Market. goal is to connect workers with work- HATMA Connector, and the fact that While some individual businesses places, customers with businesses and public and private partners are seeing and cities have worked out solutions for travelers with destinations in efficient ways the vision for its importance.” their own transportation concerns, they that relieve congestion and pollution. “Once employers and businesses often don’t connect with other areas. That’s a big goal, but it’s one that understand the benefits that HATMA can And, DeDios explains, it becomes a HATMA’s Executive Director, Cheryle produce, they are eager to participate,” question of coordination. Without inter- DeDios, has had success with in the past. says DeDios. She adds that there are many connectivity, transportation problems She worked as Director of Alternative incentives — reduced demand for remain and individuals are forced to use Transportation at Emory University and employee parking, increased customer their own cars to reach their ultimate Executive Director of the Clifton flow, improved employee retention and destination. “The airport area is under- Corridor TMA. While at Emory, she was recruitment, living and working condi- going a renaissance that will completely instrumental in consolidating shuttle tions to name a few. transform business and way contracts that led to more efficient, bet- “As a membership organization, we of life. That’s why we believe it’s so ter coordinated and more economical work with employers to implement a important to rally behind the HATMA shuttle service throughout the Clifton variety of creative solutions to help Connector project.” Corridor. By conducting a cost compar- relieve gridlock and reduce smog, such “We’ve already gotten tremendous ison of building a new parking deck to as incentives to carpooling, vanpooling, support,” says DeDios. “But we need fully subsidizing MARTA cards for tele-working and mass transit,” she adds. more businesses, organizations, leaders employees, DeDios convinced “With all of these options, we have had and individuals to step up and help us University officials to initiate a MARTA several successes converting up to 10% solve our transportation problems distribution program, thus reducing of a company’s employee population — today. Together, we can build a strong demand for parking. that’s a significant improvement. system that helps everyone maintain a Feature - Old National Revitalization As HATMA’s first executive director, “As an advocate to reducing traffic high quality of life and get them where DeDios began in February 2000. The congestion, improving air quality and they’re going.” group has steadily gained support ever mobility, and promoting economic Contact Cheryle DeDios at 404-761- since. The General Manager of development, we work with local and 6774 or visit www.hatma.org for more Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International state agencies as well as consultants to bet- information or to pledge your support.

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Call today to begin improving transportation for your company or community 404-761-6774 www.hatma.org continued from p.17 there,” says Helen. “There was one major the lobby and breakfast area also got us, we had to make a tremendous drawback to this hotel, though, the prop- major makeovers with the aim of mak- amount of changes,” Helen says. “The erty had been neglected.” ing guests feel welcome and at home. most important change was training The Zavers met the challenge head- The renovation on the outside will our staff that customer service is our on and refurbished the inside of the begin soon. number one priority. We’ve now met hotel inside. The rooms received new “In order for our guests to have a our goals and are confident that each carpeting, walls and added features; positive experience while staying with guest staying with us feels that we exceed their expectations in service and quality.” Internal changes weren’t the only priority for the Zavers. They knew that community involvement was critical to improve the Old National corridor as a whole. Again, they became proactive. When they requested more police patrols, they received cooperation from the College Park Police Department and Chief Gary Yandura. Since then, the crime rate has dropped over 40% and is below that of Buckhead. Helen joined the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Old National Merchant’s Association and has since become a Board Member of both organizations. “There are several issues that ONMA is working to change,” Helen says. “The first is false perception of the area. I’ve found that some people feel there’s a stigma attached to Old National; I see the corridor as an urban area on the rise. “The South Fulton Chamber of Commerce has also played a key role through support of the improvements proposed and involvement in events such as our Crime Prevention Summit and Economic Development Roundtable.” Helen adds that Old National is the P.O. Box 490068 perfect place to be-at the intersection College Park, GA 30349 of two major interstates, I-85 and I-285, and next to the world’s busiest airport. Phone: (404) 477-0304 And, she points out, the area is drawing Fax: (404) 477-0306 developers who see its potential. D CO “As a business owner on Old N LL U A

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THE GUIDE 2004 24 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net The Empire Board of Realtists real estate Brings Integrity to Real Estate Through its vision of democracy in housing, the Empire Board of Realtists (EBR) has been here for homeowners and real estate professionals. Through its membership, school of real estate, scholarship program, and various other community activities, it’s been here for citizens of Metro and surrounding Atlanta areas for 65 years now. The Empire Board of Realtists is the Cascade Point Subdivision Georgia chapter of NAREB, The organization. With their vision of bet- 1995, EREB officially changed its name National Association of Real Estate ter housing for Blacks and acceptance to the Empire Board of Realtists, Inc. Brokers, Inc. Among the Board’s edu- of Black real estate professionals, the (EBR). The motto and the commit- cational and membership activities, the seven pioneers formed the Empire ment remained the same, however. Board has their Annual Awards Real Estate Board, Inc. (EREB). How can EBR help you achieve your Scholarship Dinner at the top of the During the early years, EREB’s main vision? By helping you own your own list. Through corporate support, this thrust was in the area of professional home. “We can give you all the infor- major event held in November of each standards for its membership. By 1944, mation you need and help you year affords the organization the a new breed of Brokers emerged as through every phase of the process,” opportunity is give scholarships to leaders — W. L. Calloway, the late Q. V. Batiste says. “Realtists can also help you deserving youth whose educational Williamson and T. M. Alexander, Sr. It with home buying, selling, homeowner goals are in the field of real estate and was due to their initiative and foresight education, a mortgage, home improve- business administration. Recently, the that, in 1949, EREB joined the ment, inspection or appraisal. No mat- Board added a Golf Tournament to National Association of Real Estate ter what you need, a Realtist can make their list of scholarship fundraisers. Brokers, Inc. (NAREB), and adopted it a reality.” From the group’s very beginning, the designation “Realtists” as their Past president Q. V. Williamson is the EBR has filled a need in the Atlanta trade name. Today, Realtists are locat- credited with making EBR’s goal clear area. And, they bring the highest stan- ed across America and are a part of the when he said, “A free man’s most cher- dards of honesty, integrity and profes- “American Pie.” ished dream is to own his own home, sionalism to the real estate market. The Though comprised primarily of in the place of his choice.” The EBR major concern for the Empire Board is well-trained Black and minority real continually dedicates itself to making for minorities to gain and maintain an estate professionals, the “Realtists” this dream come true for everyone. equal footing in the real estate market organization is an integrated entity The American dream of homeowner- whether it is buying, selling, and/or open to qualified practitioners of all ship for all begins and ends with the developing real estate. races. The only requirement is that Realtists motto of “Democracy in “Above all, we believe in democracy they believe and live the motto: Housing.” in housing,” says Lawrence Batiste, “Democracy in Housing.” For more information, contact Empire President. As the decades rolled on, EREB Empire Board of Realtists, Inc. at 404-755- It’s a democracy that the group grew and evolved into a powerful 5575 or visit www.empireboard.com. claimed for themselves when they organization. Many of the members A&W Realty organized back in 1939. Seven Black became business and community lead- East Point, and all of South Fulton Real Estate Brokers — W. H. Aiken, ers, dedicated to serving the public. County, has great potential for growth. John G. Allen, O. T. Bell, Wendell The group has always supported worth- No one knows that more than Andrea Cunningham, Roger Henderson, J. R. while causes and organizations, such as Harris Wynn. Not only does she know Wilson, Jr. and N. D. Jones — were dis- SCLC, NAACP, United Negro College it, she’s helped make it happen. satisfied with the housing conditions in Fund, Urban League and various com- Andrea and her husband, William, Atlanta for Blacks. munity and charitable fund-raising started A&W Realty as a second career, They were also unhappy with the groups. after having lived and worked in the conditions for Black real estate practi- In 1994, the Board won a lawsuit for community for many years. While mar- tioners. In fact, they had been denied all professionals to receive the keting newly developed properties, membership in the Realtors’ trade privledge of joining the MLS, and in they realized that they could make an

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 25 www.southfultonguide.net even more positive impact by developing the properties themselves. With that incentive, they began Wynn-Works, a builder/development company. It was a financial risk, since they did it all on their own — no help from government grants or subsidies. But the Wynns shared a strength of character and clarity of vision that helped them to take that risk. And, Andrea adds, they did get plenty of encouragement and cooperation from the community personal commitments into and the City of East Point. all their business relationships. Most “Our “We didn’t rely on market studies to Jallette Trace Subdivision notably, Andrea and William have been goal in 2004 dictate our decisions; that concerned involved with mentoring the area’s and beyond is to many of our supporters,” says Andrea. youth. They partner with Tri-Cities High deliver 80 to 100 homes But she and William knew the area and School and Hamilton E. Holmes annually to the housing mar- knew what it needed. Even though Elementary. Andrea’s also on the ket in South Fulton. We don’t they had limited experience in con- Fulton County Local School Advisory want to be the biggest builder, just struction, they had more important Board and Pathway Christian School the best!” assets that assured their success - a Board. Doughtie adds that while Mayfield strong work ethic, a love of people and A&W Realty, Inc., with its 25 plus Homes is a small company, he hopes a commitment to quality. real estate specialists, is dedicated to to play a huge role in the quality of

real estate McCoy Place, located off Ben Hill providing the community with “caring lifestyle in South Fulton. Toward that Road, was their first development. The full service real estate experiences for end, the company is developing Wynns put in the infrastructure - people seeking to buy or sell property seven new home communities in the streets and utilities - then built 32 sin- throughout Atlanta.” area. gle-family homes there. “We never A&W Realty is also a member of the In Palmetto’s Wilkerson Mill Park, doubted that the houses would sell,” Atlanta Board of Realtors, Empire Mayfield Homes builds on 1 to 4 acre says Andrea. “And they did - from the Board of Realtists, South Fulton lots priced from the low 200’s. This $180s to the $250s, much higher than Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta community is just across the street anyone expected.” Airport Chamber of Commerce, East from Wilkerson Mill Park where a It was a good beginning. Since then, Point Business Association and a host track has been constructed by Wynn-Works has built and marketed of other business and community Mayfield Homes for all of South over 150 single-family homes in their organizations. “We don’t just build and Fulton’s residents to enjoy. The other developments, which include McCoy sell homes, we build and promote the communities are: Bishop Place, Place, Summerhill, Dean’s Village, community,” Andrea says. Brookwood, Falling Waters, Dodson Corner and Wynn’s Way. The Mayfield Homes: Heatherwood, Ivy Creek and homes range from affordable pricing A Commitment to Quality Rivertown Hill Country. to $800,000. Throughout South Fulton, new Mayfield Homes, LLC was begun in Hilliards on Main, one of the first housing developments offer a variety 1977 when Chris Doughtie switched new developments in East Point’s his- of living options to residents. One of from a financing career to full time torical Main Street business district, is the premier homebuilders, Mayfield homebuilder. By the 1980’s, he was the a mixed-use development project and Homes, constructs high-quality winner of many awards, including a particular point of pride with the houses that range from the low 100’s Builder of the Year for Gwinnett 1982, Wynns. “We house commercial and to $300,000+ in subdivisions 1983, 1985, and also Metro Atlanta retail facilities on the first floor. The throughout the area. This means Builder of the Year 1985. upper floors have lofts and condos everyone can afford to live in a com- Chris was joined by his son Sean from the $110s and up,” Andrea says. fortable, well constructed home. Doughtie, a financing major from “And all this goes on in a building “I’m excited by the growth in South Auburn University, in the early 90’s. named in honor of Mayor Patsy Jo Fulton and look forward to seeing Sean took over the building aspect of Hilliard.” what the next ten and twenty years Mayfield Homes and freed Chris to The Wynns have a strong commu- have in store here,” says Sean develop and acquire new land. “By nity spirit and they carry their strong Doughtie, Mayfield Homes President. coordinating the development of land

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We are open daily: M-Sat 11-7pm and Sun 1-6pm. Contact the Sales office at 404-696-8433 We will be happy to assist you. www.cdgroup-online.com their dream house and a sound finan- south fulton cial investment,” Tabitha says. “And it’s always satisfying to match families with just what they need to grow.” Now Tabitha has put together a dynamic team of real estate professionals that make up RE/MAX MarketPlace. They specialize in new ParkwayAlliance construction, re-sales and commercial real estate. RE/MAX Marketplace is an The South Fulton Parkway natural resources while promoting easy place to work and easy to find. The stretches for 20 miles through lush development. office is located at the new Camp woods and fields. As the entire Creek MarketPlace in East Point, situ- In February 2004, the final seg- ated on the northeast side of the inter- South Fulton area is growing, the ment of the South Fulton Parkway section of I-285 and Camp Creek parkway is prime for development. was begun with a groundbreaking Parkway. The South Fulton Parkway near the intersection of Cochran RE/MAX Marketplace came on the Alliance (SFPA) has worked to Mill Road, where the existing scene at the right time. The area promote a comprehensive pro- southern segment begins. The around Camp Creek MarketPlace is gram of quality development since northern existing portion ends at growing rapidly. Retail and industrial 1995. It accomplishes this through Rivertown Road; the final segment developments are expected to create 46,000 new jobs and approximately the cooperative partnership of will connect these two points. 40,000 new housing units are expected area communities, businesses, real estate The $4.8 million project will to spring up in the area. landowners and the chamber of construct 2.1 miles of road and is “As new jobs are created, new hous- commerce, along with local, coun- expected to be complete in sum- ing will be in demand,” Tabitha adds. ty and state agencies. mer 2005. “Here at RE/MAX MarketPlace, we’’re committed to meeting that demand. Tom Williams, president of the For more information, visit Our strategic location makes us con- SFPA, says that the SFPA is com- SFPA’s website at www.southfulton- venient to local homebuyers and sell- mitted to balancing the parkway’s parkwayalliance.com. ers. And for people relocating here, we know the area and can help them find their house and get settled.” The RE/MAX name means that South Fulton Parkway Alliance clients can feel confident that a multi- national organization is backing Our Mission: Tabitha in her efforts to serve them. To Promote Quality Across the country, RE/MAX Growth for the Associates lead the real estate industry South Fulton in performance and quality, averaging Parkway through more experience, more sales per agent Cooperative and more advanced Realtor designa- Partnerships with tions than other real estate profession- Local Businesses, als. That is why no one in the world Land Owners, sells more real estate than RE/MAX. and Local County, When you choose a RE/MAX and State Agencies. Marketplace Associate, you choose a real estate professional you can trust who has advanced real estate education and experience. The agents at RE/MAX Marketplace also live, work For Membership Information and play in your neighborhoods. RE/MAX Marketplace continues to Contact TOM WILLIAMS (404) 352-1155 be active in the community and in edu-

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metro Atlanta Area Servicing Your Real Estate Needs Estate Real Servicing Your cating families about homeownership. great neighborhoods in the Atlanta Children’s Play Park, Sports Field and Associates conduct free monthly home market and continues to grow. hiking trails. buying workshops that educate poten- Oakley Township is currently in The Woodlands feature elegant tial homebuyers about the home buy- Phase IV and will consist of approxi- homes from the $260s on large wood- ing process. Agents have participated mately 1,000 homes upon completion. ed lots. Wildewood homes start in the in community events like the The neighborhood features trails, mid $170s and have great livable floor Southwest Festival, Keep East Point parks, plenty of greenspace and plans. Combined the communities will Beautiful Parade, Camp Creek upscale amenities, including junior offer approximately 91 homes when MarketPlace Easter Egg Hunt and the Olympic swimming pool, two tennis completed. Single Moms’ Conference. courts and a picnic area. Oakley Valley Lakes In addition, RE/MAX MarketPlace Township also offers superior on site At Valley Lakes, there are natural will be launching the first ever “102 education for the children of its resi- homesites available as well as homes on Days of Homeownership” in partner- dents, thanks to a land donation from the lake. Priced from the $150s, the ship with Classic Soul 102.5FM. They D.R. Horton. homes include standard features such are committed to putting 102 People Homes at Oakley Township start in as trey ceilings, hardwood floors, ele- in homes in 102 Days, beginning the $150s to the $200s and feature spe- gant owners’ suites with garden tubs September 1, 2004. cial touches, such as trey ceilings, ele- and gourmet kitchens. The Valley For more information or to reach gant owners’ suites and gourmet Lakes amenity area has a swimming Tabitha Daniel, call RE/MAX kitchens. Homeowners can choose pool, tot lot and gazebo. MarketPlace at 404-494-3939. from several innovative floorplans, D.R. Horton homeowners can take Oakley Township each with standard features that other advantage of the Design Center. D.R. Horton has several communi- builders consider upgrades. Homeowners have control and choice ties in the South Fulton County area - Heron Bay when it comes to the selection of inte- all of them offering high-quality living At D.R. Horton’s new communities, rior finishes of their new home, choic- with well constructed homes and a host Wildewood at Heron Bay and The es that are usually enjoyed only by of amenities. As the nation’s number Woodlands at Heron Bay, there’s every- those who build a custom home. Early real estate one homebuilder, D.R. Horton con- thing that a community could want, in the process, buyers choose counter- structs high quality residences in 20 including an eighteen hole champi- tops, light fixtures, carpeting, hard- states and 44 markets. The building onship Cannongate Golf Course, an wood flooring, paint color and much and developing company has over 35 Aquatic Center, a Tennis Center, a more. South Fulton Communities

Atlanta Wynn Way/Kings Lake - From $450, New Hope Rd Trotter Farm Estates - From $170, Fayetteville Rd Amhurst Park - From $130, W. Stubbs Rd College Park Woodland Hills - From $170, Hwy 92 Audubon Estates - From $500, Cascade Rd Amhurst Estates - From $204, Amhurst Pkwy Jonesboro Barrington Trace - From $290, Enon Rd Buffington Park - From $120, Buffington Rd Lake Royale Estates - From $140, Albania Rd Cambridge Commons - From $240, Reynolds Rd Cambridge Park - From $400, Old Fairburn Rd Palmetto Canaan Walk Estates - From $300, Union Rd Highland Lake - From $290, Old Fairburn Rd Carlton Woods - From $130, Carlton Drive Cascade Commons - From $117, Fairburn Rd Jallette Trace - From $350, Jallette Rd Milam Manor - From $140, Autumn Green Dr Collier Pointe - From $150, Burton Rd Magnolia Walk - From $160, Red Oak Rd Riverdale Cottages/Cascade - From $180, New Hope Rd Sable Chase - From $116, Buffington Rd Stone Ridge - From $130, Old Natl Hwy Dodson Corner - From $180, Dodson Dr Sandpipers Cove - From $118, Godby Rd Union City Emerald Forest - From $159, Emerald Ct Stonewycke - From $135, Old Bill Cook Rd Barrington - From $160, Buffington Rd Estates at Guilford Forest - From $490, Wexford - From $100, Stonewall Tell Rd Brentwood Place - From $110, Flat Shoals Rd New Hope Rd Windsor Forrest - From $113, Godby Rd Brookstone - From $110, Jonesboro Rd Highgrove - From $130, Derrick Rd East Point Deep Creek on Highpoint Highgrove Townhomes - From $119, Derrick Rd Heritage Park - From $120, Ben Hill Rd - From $130 High Point Rd Park Place South - From $150, Pryor St Hillards on Main - From $130, Main Street High Point Commons - From $100, Highpoint Rd Peyton Crossing - From $250, Peyton Rd Fairburn Lake Overlook - From $140, Highpoint Rd Regency Hills - From $340, Boat Rock Rd Berkshire Place - From $120, Jones Rd Lakeview - From $110, Highpoint Rd Regency Oaks - From $240, Enon Rd Cedar Grove Village - From $130, Cedar Grove Rd Manorwood - From $130, Bethsaida Rd Regency Pointe - From $200, Cascade Pkwy Fairhaven - From $120, Plantation Rd Oakley Commons - From $100, Oakley Rd Sable Chase - From $120, Buffington Rd Foxwood - From $140 , Milam Rd Ravenwood on Highpoint Sandalwood Estates - From $130, Campbellton Rd Herndon Woods - From $113, Herndon Rd - From $110 High Point Rd The Enclave/Esha Court - From $200, Childers Dr Joshua Crossing - From $160, Bethsaida Rd Red Oak Walk - From $120, Red Oak Circle The Regency - From $440, County Line Rd Merrywood Estates - From $119, Merrywood Dr Swan Creek - From $120, Chatterton Rd The Summit at Cascade - From $190, Cascade Rd Oakley Township - From $150, Malone St Union Station - From $130, Lwr Dixie Lake Rd The Villages/Cascade - From $140, St. Johns Crossing - From $150, Campbellton Rd Valley Lakes - From $150, High Point Rd Benjamin Mays Rd The Glens at Creekside South Fulton County Walden Park - From $170, W. Stubbs Rd - From $160, Scarborough Rd Jallette Trace - From mid $300, off Jallette Rd Wellesley - From $180, Butner Rd The Lakes/Cedar Grove Willow Creek - From $130, Butner Rd - From $120, Cedar Grove Rd Wolf Creek Country Club - From $250, Enon Rd The Magnolias - From $140, Rivertown Rd

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business brings New Life To south fulton business

Camp Creek MarketPlace opened in Spring of 2004

South Fulton County’s residential growth, strong transportation systems and prime location all add up to burgeoning business opportunities. A mix of local, national and international companies are all taking advantage of the great business climate that the area offers. One of the latest and greatest offerings for local residents and visitors alike is the Camp Creek Marketplace. It offers a great variety of shopping opportunities in a location that is easy to reach.

THE GUIDE 2004 34 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net The New GICC Sets Records business The first year of the GICC’s new facility, opened June 2003, has been a record- breaker. That’s hardly a surprise, though. Located just a quarter mile from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the GICC offers meeting plan- ners a huge variety of options so just about any event can find a home here. Flexible walls allow functions of all sizes to feel comfortable and get the room they need. Photo by Warren Bond by Warren Photo The 150,000-square-foot Exhibit The Georgia International Convention Center - GICC Hall, divisible into up to four separate halls, can fit up to 863 ten-by-ten-foot Balancing all of the technology and “We used metal sculptures to play off booths, with a ceiling height of 32 feet. high-functionality, the GICC boasts grace of the materials of aviation,” says Pruitt. Seventeen loading docks make move- and beauty. While it was being designed, At the entry drive to the new GICC, ins and move-outs easy, and there’s the GICC’s proximity to the airport dic- seven tall windsail sculptures were fabri- drive in access for each hall. tated much of the building’s structure. It cated in the same way that airplane Boasting the largest Ballroom in had to be able to accommodate low-flying wings are made; inside the building, Georgia with 40,000 square feet, the planes and soften the noise from hun- metal shapes play into the signage and GICC Ballroom can seat up to 3,000 dreds of daily take-offs and landings. the commissioned artwork. guests for dinner at one time. Chef “Curves and circles became a perva- “We have created a world-class facili- Dennis Graeff and his staff create culi- sive theme, both inside and outside the ty with many cutting-edge and state-of- nary treats every day in the state-of-the- building,” says Jack Pruitt, the firm’s the-art features, that’s aesthetically art Culinary Arts Center. interior design lead on the project. “By pleasing as well,” Austin says. The sophisticated, electronic access- sheer necessity, this building had to GICC Highlights control system, CyberLock by Videx Inc., have a lot of hard edges, primarily to Breaking records and setting new uses programmable locks and keys. It make it soundproof, so we added a lot ones became the norm all through last also features electronic auditing capabil- of circular forms to soften them.” year as the GICC took the spotlight on ities, enhances security and costs less to Inside the Ballroom, circular pat- the south side of Atlanta. Here’s a sam- maintain than traditional keyed locks. terns are repeated in the ceiling and in pling of the highlights: Businesses and organizations also the swirling carpet underfoot. The car- The newly opened GICC set a record have use of a theatrical lighting system, pet, with its intense color and shapes, by hosting over 300,000 people during the Janus LCD system, automatic lights was designed to add contrast to the neu- the month of July 2003. tral wood tones, white walls and metal and secured Internet high speed, fiber Air Tran chose the beautiful, new accents in much of the building, optic T-1 service and in-house Intranet. facility to celebrate its 10th according to Pruitt. All of this adds up to high-quality, Anniversary. The event, with 4,500 peo- impressive meetings and conferences. “We wanted GICC to offer features that add to the experience of the meeting professionals and their guests,” says Concorde Forex Group, Inc. GICC Executive Director Hugh Austin. The GICC tucks away a deluxe, high- level security Green Room for VIP guests, entertainers and dignitaries. Austin has no doubt he’ll host presi- dents, high-level executives and entertainers who can take advantage of the Green Room’s his-and-hers showers, Internet ports, top-of-the-line audiovisu- al elements and bar service.

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ple attending, was the largest food the booth, which is located midway the Summer Olympic visitors arriving in function ever held at the GICC. between the car rental agency counters the city, but the demand for their service The new GICC is being used for high on the western end of the North and and success was so overwhelming, they profile functions. Last year saw events that South terminal baggage claim areas. continue meeting a need even in 2004. included celebrities such as John Equipped with a one-inch binder of A Money-Making Venture Ashcroft, the Tom Joyner Morning Show, information, from telephone numbers If you’re looking for a way to use your Oliver North and singer Patti Labelle. and maps to convention and conference money and achieve financial freedom, Some of the diverse events held at information, the volunteers enjoy pro- John Hallwood wants to help you. the new GICC during its first year viding personalized customer assistance. Hallwood, who had been a pilot with include the Georgia International Boat “Basically, any question anybody has, Eastern Airlines for 29 years, now works Show, Woodworking Expo, National we have find an answer for them,” with currency trading. Women of Color Technology Awards, explains Addis, who recently assisted an “This is something that wasn’t avail- Spirit of the South Cheerleading arriving passenger in her late 70’s find a able to most people until recently,” says Competition and Birdwatch America. specific location of a shuttle she was Hallwood. “Now, though the Internet, Customer Service Flies High at scheduled to board. “She’d been given a everyone has a chance to make money Hartsfield-Jackson lot of different information and when through trading currency.” As one of nearly 100 Hartsfield- she came here (to the booth), she asked Hallwood works with Concorde Jackson Host Volunteers dedicating their me to walk with her so she’d know exact- Forex Group, Inc., dba CFG TradingSM. time to the world’s busiest airport, Vera ly where she was supposed to be. I was The company’s objective is to develop Addis spends an average of four to six happy to escort her,” says Addis. new Foreign Currency Traders through hours a week staffing the Airport’s gen- It’s delivering that kind of exceptional a training and mentoring program that eral information booth. Typically, she customer service that makes the allows individuals to trade in the largest works as a team with another volunteer, Airport’s volunteers an integral part of daily cash flow industry in the world. or a member of the Customer Service the atmosphere at Hartsfield-Jackson The Forex is the foreign currency staff in the main terminal. On a daily Atlanta International. The volunteer exchange Market in which more than basis Ms. Addis can assist many people at staff originated in 1996 to prepare for 5,000 international banks and thou-

THE GUIDE 2004 36 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net THE EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE CENTER at Hartsfield Conveniently located in The Atrium Of Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport, Features: individual computer work stations • 24 meeting rooms including a boardroom, VIP suite, Press conference room and two classrooms • Group sizes from 4 to 50 State-of-the-art technology and equipment • Catering • Fax and coping services Notary public, and much more.

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visit us on the web at www.atlanta-airport.com sands of small and large speculators first-time homebuyer education. homebuyer education. Adult financial participate. This worldwide market “We opened last year to further literacy is offered through curriculum exchanges more than $3.5 trillion daily demonstrate the company’s commit- aimed at raising homebuyer education in dozens of different currencies. With ment to our emerging markets,” says levels. Also, the staff at the centers was the current growth rate, the market is Percy A. Brinkley, Jr., Emerging Markets recruited from the local communities projected to grow to more than $6.5 tril- manager who oversees two additional to ensure employees reflect the diversi- lion per day by the year 2005. offices in metro-Atlanta. “Clearly, our ty of the market. It’s important to be aware that cur- communities have benefited from this “Education is a key component to rency trading may not be suitable for all strategy and we look forward to assisting ensuring that potential borrowers have investors, as it does carry a high level of more residents this coming year.” success in the purchase process,” says risk. But for those who are willing to Washington Mutual opened the first Brinkley. “Along with that, we hope to take the risk and devote a few hours of several such centers in 2003 across show our existing homeowners how to each day, Hallwood says, there’s a huge the country to specifically help resi- take advantage of loan products that potential for making money grow. dents in urban areas achieve homeown- will help them with the rehabilitation or Business Washington Mutual Celebrates ership. With targeted marketing, adver- upgrading of their existing homes Home Ownership in South Fulton tising, and a number of educational which, in the long run, will mean that Washington Mutual’s Home Loan tools, the centers help potential bor- our communities will continue to thrive Center at Camp Creek Marketplace in rowers, especially those at low- and and remain vibrant.” East Point is celebrating its first year with moderate-income levels, gain easier In the last five years alone, communi- impressive results for the community. access to the home loan process by ties of color accounted for almost two- The center opened last Fall in part- being located in urban neighborhoods. thirds of US household growth, compris- nership with Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s “We believe the key to keeping coming more than 40% of new homeowners, Johnson Development Corporation. munities stable is to help make it easier according to a report issued by the Joint Since then, a staff of 12 loan consultants for people purchase homes and to help Center for Housing of Harvard has helped hundreds of borrowers pur- them rehabilitate so that they can expe- University. By 2020, these same commu- chase homes and refinance existing rience increased property value,” says nities are expected to make up more than property. Other services have been Brinkley. “Being a part of the commu- a quarter of all homeowners, adding a aimed at getting potential borrowers one nity helps us achieve this goal.” projected 15.3 million households, as step closer to homeownership through At the core of the centers’ focus is reported by the 2000 Census Bureau. In WaMu’s targeted markets, no major competitor has more than nine percent You put everything into making of the ethnic minority market share. your business a success. For more information, contact Percy Why should you A. Brinkley, Jr. at 404-346-5713. GreyStone Finds the expect anything less Energy to Serve from your bank? You’d think that the employees of When you’re running a small GreyStone Power Corporation would business, you invest more than capital into making it succeed. be too busy to do much community Yo u i n v e s t yourself and all your work. After all, the member-owned, energy. At BB&T,we believe our non-profit electric cooperative keeps clients shouldn’t have to make the electricity flowing to more than that investment alone. Look to 81,000 homes, businesses, schools and BB&T for a partner who’ll work just as hard as you. industrial accounts in portions of eight west Metro Atlanta counties, one of the US’s fastest growing areas. You can tell we want your business. While its main office is in Douglasville 675 N. Jeff Davis Dr., Fayetteville, GA 30214 and district office in Dallas, GreyStone (770) 716-4000 6375 Hwy. 85, Riverdale, GA 30274 Power distributes power to members in (770) 996-8272 Fulton, Bartow, Coweta, Carroll, BBandT.com ©2002 BB&T Member FDIC Douglas, Fayette, Cobb and Paulding

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Connecting people When people ride MARTA, everyone in with places South Fulton gets to enjoy the ride. Reducing traffic • Convenient, affordable bus and rail make it easy for everyone to get around Clearing the air • Commuters gain time in their day, relieve the stress of driving in traffic and reduce their car expenses That’s the value of • The MARTA Partnership Program offers pulling together money-saving benefits to both commuters and your company

MARTA Best of all, fewer cars on our highways mean reduced traffic congestion, reduced air pollution and a healthier environment for everyone!

(404) 848-5057 itsmarta.com counties. In addition to meeting the resource and guide. At this area’s power needs, the cooperative also year’s One-2-One Mentoring offers services such as credit union mem- Program luncheon in May, bership and security services. It’s a big seven GreyStone Power job, but the energy of GreyStone Power’s employees were honored for employees is limitless. their commitment to the stu- GreyStone Power encourages their dents. employees to be involved in the com- The greatest power at munity, and the employees, who num- GreyStone emanates from ber over 240, have taken up the chal- their dedicated employees and lenge with exceptional results. They’ve benefits the whole state. It’s no Power GreyStone courtesy of Photo GreyStone employees are active in the community coordinated fundraising campaigns for wonder that GreyStone Power several different charities in Georgia, has been named “A Company can find out just what’s happening most notably United Way, March of That Cares” by the United Way of throughout the service area. Dimes and Relay for Life. In 2004, vol- Metro Atlanta, joining the ranks of The cooperative spirit is going strong unteers raised over $7,000 for the Relay other companies including Coca-Cola, at GreyStone Power Corporation - to the for Life, over $4,600 for the March of Delta Air Lines, IBM, and Cox business benefit of customers and community. Dimes, and over $21,000 for the 2003- Enterprises. Insurance with a 2004 United Way Campaign. In 2002, the cooperative joined with Family Embrace Through the One-2-One Mentoring 15 other Georgia electric cooperatives Tripp Insurance Services, Inc. is a Program, positive adult role models to create Green Power EMC. In May family-owned, family-operated inde- were paired with students in need of 2004, GreyStone and Georgia Energy pendent insurance agency. And the extra attention. The adult companions Cooperative entered in a power supply agency’s family spirit carries over and also served as a friend, listener, agreement with Progress Energy embraces each one of their clients. Ventures, Inc., a subsidiary of Progress Roslyn W. Tripp, President of Tripp Energy, Inc. for their wholesale electric- Insurance is a native of Atlanta and a ity needs through 2010. graduate of Clark College. Before she “We considered other alternatives to and her husband George co-founded meet an increased demand for power, Tripp Insurance in 1983, Roslyn held including the possibility of building various retail management positions additional power generation facilities. with the Sears Corporation. She was the After evaluating the cost, benefits and Greetings from the Airport first Black woman Sears retail trainee in risks associated with all of these plans, Area Chamber of Commerce! the Southern territory during the affir- we felt Progress Energy Ventures was mative action initiative and was featured Whether you are a resident, business owner, vis- best positioned to provide the most in Ebony magazine. itor or a newcomer, you will soon come to real- benefits to our members,” says Gary ize (if you don’t know already) that this area is a Roslyn and George became aware wonderful place to live, work and play. I pledge Miller, President and Chief Executive that the south side of Atlanta was under that we here at the Chamber will certainly do Officer of GreyStone Power our part to maintain that popularity for years to served as a community. There were not Corporation. come, while being conscious of our responsibil- many viable, operating insurance agen- ity to safeguard the positive characteristics that “This agreement is the result of years cies in the area and many of the resi- make our community unique. That’s a com- of research, negotiations and study mitment that we’ve honored since the Chamber dents were not adequately informed nationwide for the most reliable and began more than 56 years ago. about alternative avenues to purchase most economical source of wholesale personal insurance. The Airport Area Chamber of Commerce is power. It signifies our pledge to contin- located at the Regions Bank Building, 600 S “Many people had no idea or under- ue to keep rates as competitive as possi- Central Ave. Suite 100, Atlanta, Georgia standing of their many insurance 30354 (404) 209-0910 ble for our members, following our tra- options,” says Roslyn. “When they were dition of 12 years with no rate increase.” Sincerely, sold insurance, it was through an agent GreyStone Power keeps its members who only represented one company. connected, too. By visiting www.grey- We offer choices, and explain what stonepower.com and clicking on the Michael J. Simpson those choices are. We can customize menu option ‘Town Square,’ members Executive Director coverage and policies to suit each of our

THE GUIDE 2004 40 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net and are pleased to refer joined the staff of Tripp Insurance business their friends and family Services as Vice-President/Producer. members to the agency. She had been introduced to insurance The customer retention by her parents and initiated her profes- rate is 95%; the agency is sional career in insurance with SAFE- now serving the adult chil- CO Insurance Company. dren of many of their origi- An honors graduate of Woodward nal clients. Academy and Spelman College, LaTanya Roslyn is often featured holds a degree in Economics with a on radio call-in shows and minor in Management and visits neighborhood associa- Organization. Her most recent profes- tions, businesses and sional accomplishment is the attainment schools — talking to people of the Chartered Property and Casualty of all ages and income levels Underwriter (CPCU) designation, a about insurance and its ben- recognition awarded to individuals in the efits. In schools, from financial services industry who have com- George and Roslyn Tripp with their daughter LaTanya Simmons kindergarten to college, pleted a rigorous 10-part course of study. clients’ needs.” All the agency’s compa- she’s taught very young children and LaTanya is one of the few young women nies are highly acclaimed in the indus- young adults about the importance of in the US to hold this designation. try and are financially secure with supe- insurance and, even more importantly, She and her husband, Sean, are the rior ratings. entrepreneurship. proud parents of Kyle and Jaida. They It’s that professional, personalized “When we visited World Changers live in Stone Mountain and are mem- service that’s the hallmark of Tripp Christian Academy, we introduced the bers of Antioch AME Church. Insurance. “We take care of everyone as if young students to the world of insur- they were our only client. When they call, ance. In the Academy, they’re taught we don’t need a policy number,” Roslyn how Christ is involved in every aspect of explains. We know each client personally their lives. We want them to start think- and we’re available to them every day, all ing about entrepreneurship even at a day. There’s no one more important very young age,” Roslyn says. than the client we’re working with.” A devoted Christian, Roslyn credits Tripp Insurance customizes policies her faith in God, through Jesus Christ, for each customer, according to their for any achieved success. A charter Vision needs. As a full-service personal lines member of Christian Fellowship Baptist agency providing protection for every Church, she served as Director of the Client Organization Success insurance need for individuals and fami- Sunday School, Church Council and Mission lies, the agency offers home, auto, rental, Choir member. She, her husband and life, boat insurance, umbrella policies daughter LaShaune are now members Achievement Of Focused Results and specializes in designing coverage for of World Changers Church Method high value homes and luxury cars that International, Inc. in College Park. require unique protection. Roslyn and Tripp Insurance have Models, Techniques & Tools For Extraordinary Performance “We can cover everyone, from the been honored by the US Dept of first-time homebuyer to owners of Commerce with the Minority Business Principles multi-million dollar homes, blue collar Development Agency “Special workers as well as professionals. We do Entrepreneur of the Year” award, as Effective And Efficient Results work with a number of pro athletes and well as many other awards and citations With Passion & Zeal entertainers,” Roslyn adds. “Being inde- for services and volume production. pendent, we can help 98% of the peo- The agency is also a member of the Old Corporate Advisory Services ple who call us. For the few whom we National Merchant’s Association and Based On The cannot help, we cheerfully refer them South Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Malcolm Baldrige Quality Program www.loyalti.com to someone who can.” In February 2000, Roslyn and Clients appreciate the service and George’s daughter, LaTanya Simmons, (770) 823-5262 care they receive at Tripp Insurance

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Wolf Creek offers great golf and great views By Shar Peters

South Fulton sits on an abundance of wealth-a rich background of history and community, a bountiful business climate and, most importantly, people dedicated to the area’s growth and welfare. Through coordinated efforts of its citizens and leaders, South Fulton has become a wonderful place for families to raise their children, for visitors to enjoy fine dining and quality entertainment, for seniors to retire, and for everyone to experience the area’s natural beauty.

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Below: Future artists practice their craft South Fulton Senior Centers The Senior Centers are located in Age has its privileges-and rightly so. Palmetto, Hapeville, and College South Fulton County recognizes the Park. Call 404-559-0070 to locate the needs of its senior population and Center closest to you and to learn provides a gamut of services and about the services and activities activities that keep the three local offered. Senior Centers bustling. Peeking into Southwest Fulton one of the centers you might be sur- Arts Center prised by all the activity. Along with a Expression through the arts is part noon meal, the Centers offer seniors of the culture and heritage of our who are at least 60 years old, games, nation. The expanding South Fulton exercise classes, and dancing. You community is no exception. The might see seniors discovering their Southwest Fulton Arts Center, operat- creative side with arts, ceramics, and ed by the Fulton County Arts Council, crafts. Or, you may observe their encourages art by supporting com- intensity and drive as they take adult munity art programs and encourag- basic education, Spanish, or comput- ing citizens to discover their creativity

er classes. Their involvement is amaz- through dance, music, theater, visual Southwest Fulton Arts Center the courtesy of Photo ing and inspiring. arts and graphic design. Neighborhood outreach initiatives For Seniors in need of in-house The Council offers classes and and cultural expansions are increas- services such as case management workshops in various art forms for all ing art awareness throughout the services — Meals on Wheels, home- ages and skill levels. The Art-at-Work communities. Free arts-based classes, maker services and respite care — program is just one of the many spe- performances, workshops, and resi- please contact the Fulton County cialized programs available to intro- dencies are available to all residents, Information and Assistance Line at duce young people to a variety of arts from preschoolers, to youths, adults, 404-730-6000. performances and experiences. families, and those with special needs.

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 43 www.southfultonguide.net Who knows? The next great artist Another reciprocal course is near- or performer may be a product ing completion in Bluffton, SC. of this great initiative. It’s not unusual to hear relo- Canongate Golf Club cated retirees state that, after Golfers like to talk-whether it’s doing considerable research, about the deadly accurate putt they chose to retire in this area that teetered on the edge of the based on Canongate’s program cup, the drive that headed and other financial, social, and straight for the woods, or the cur- weather-related factors. rent condition of the greens. Georgia Renaissance Festival

living However, when South Fulton res- One of the many great Canongate Courses idents talk about golf, you’re Photo courtesy of Canongate Golf Ready to attend an award almost certain to hear comments winning festival? Then mark your play golf at a daily fee course 2 to 3 about this area’s “best kept secret.” spring calendar for one of South times a month, you can probably That secret is the versatile and afford- Fulton’s favorites—the Georgia afford to belong to Canongate. It’s able golfing packages offered Renaissance Festival. The event is the best package combining quality through membership in Canongate held over eight weekends in Fairburn, courses, great value and multiple cours- Golf Clubs. Their unusual packages and once you attend, it is sure to es to play. The Georgia Canongate allow members to play on their home become an annual tradition. In 2005, courses are located in Peachtree City, course, and also play at any of the the festival will run from April 16 Villa Rica, Douglasville, Newnan, nine clubs and twelve courses that are through June 5. Sharpsburg, and Locust Grove. part of the Canongate family. If you When you walk through the gates,

THE GUIDE 2004 44 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Golf Social Country Tennis Family Swim Club Club Club Club Club Club Finally, a set of clubs for the whole family.

Imagine a place that addresses the interests of each member of your family. Now multiply it times nine. At Canongate Golf Clubs, membership means access to nine great locations alive with the unbeatable combination of family fun and incredible value. Championship golf courses are just the beginning of the Canongate experience. Each club also offers tennis, swim, and dining facilities as well as a social calendar planned with the entire family in mind. It’s like nine memberships for the price of one – numbers that add up for any family! The Canongate portfolio of clubs include: White Oak Golf Club Newnan Canongate I Golf Club Sharpsburg Flat Creek Golf Club Peachtree City Braelinn Golf Club Peachtree City Planterra Ridge Golf Club Peachtree City Chapel Hills Golf Club Douglasville Mirror Lake Golf Club Villa Rica For information call Heron Bay Golf Club Henry County Opening Fall 2004 Pinecrest Golf Club Blufton, SC Opening Fall 2004 404-391-1672 canongategolf.com you’ll enter an elaborate 15th chises throughout South Fulton Century Kingdom inhabited by The South Fulton family is more than 1,000 colorfully cos- dedicated to the community and tumed characters. Of course, committed to helping children you’ll meet the stately king and incorporate family values and the glamorous queen, and be enter- skills for success. Preschoolers tained by jousting knights, from 6 weeks to 4 years of age strolling minstrels, comedians, receive age appropriate early jugglers, magicians, and childhood education from certi- dancers. Ten stages make up fied, experienced early childhood

living the theatre area, offering non- care providers. stop entertainment. And the There are pre-K classes for 4 food is, well, a feast! Turkey legs, Robin Hood in action at the Renaissance Festival and 5 year olds as well as after- Photo courtesy of the Georgia Renaissance Festival ginger beer, fried pickles, and school programs for 5-12 year other delectable delights tempt your thrilling rides provide plenty of active olds. Breakfast is available; lunch and taste buds. adventure. two snacks are served daily. A summer Stroll through the Artisan Market, Come-step back in time, live the camp is available for children aged 4- which covers 32 acres and features fantasy, and let the fun begin! 12 years. more than 150 artisans. You’ll find Caring Meets Technology at The 14,000 square foot learning handcrafted treasures including the Kids ‘R’ Kids @ Cascade facility currently services more than clothing, candles, stained glass, jewel- At the Kids ‘R’ Kids @ Cascade, 140 children. Kids ‘R’ Kids @ Cascade ry, musical instruments, sculptures, children receive everything they need has 12 classrooms, a full service perfumes, and toys. And, you can see to succeed in school and, more kitchen, café and state-of-the-art tech- nationally acclaimed artisans demon- importantly, in life. The family-cen- nology throughout. Through the strate their unique crafts. tered child care facility is run by co- Watch Me Grow program, parents Children delight in discovering the franchisees, and sisters, Kimberly can use their computers to view their activities at the Renaissance Festival. Wynn Lewis and Keisha Wynn. children at the center during the day. They’ll enjoy old-fashioned pony Kimberly and Keisha are the The main focus at Kids ‘R’ Kids @ rides, medieval pirate games, archery, daughters of Andrea and William Cascade is quality care for the children and century-old games that test skills Wynn, owners of Wynn-Works and there. For more information, contact they never knew they had. Plus, a A&W Realty. The Wynns have exclu- the center at 404-629-KIDS (5437). haunted castle and numerous sive rights to build Kids ‘R’ Kids fran-

Recreation Listings Senior Centers H.J.C. Bowden Senior Multipurpose Whatever activity you enjoy, there’s Camp Truitt Neighborhood Senior Facility something for you in South Fulton. Center 2885 Church Street, East Point Probably a lot more than you expect! 4320 Herschel Road, College Park 404-762-4821 404-762-4802 Here’s a sampling of some of the Palmetto Neighborhood Senior Center recreational choices you can enjoy in Fairburn Neighborhood Senior Center 510 Turner Avenue, Palmetto the South Fulton area. 109 Milo Fisher Street, Fairburn 770-463-4990 770-306-1555 Arts Centers Southeast Neighborhood Senior Southwest Arts Center Hapeville Neighborhood Senior Center Center 915 New Hope Road, Atlanta 527 King Arnold Street, Hapeville 1650 Newtown Circle, SE, Atlanta 404-505-3224 404-762-3660 404-624-0641

Events Helene S. Mills Senior Multipurpose Sports Georgia Renaissance Festival Facility www.georgiarenaissancefestival.com 515 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, SE, Atlanta Cycling 770-964-8578 404-523-3353 Dick Lane Velodrome Sumner Park, East Point www.dicklanevelodrome.com

THE GUIDE 2004 46 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Fencing Baseball Field, 4 Lighted Youth Baseball Fields, 2 living Atlanta Fencers’ Club Lighted T-ball Fields, 2 Lighted Tennis Courts, Southsides Largest Beverage 1556 Nabell Avenue, East Point Lighted Multi-Purpose Court, Playground, 2 404-762-7666 Concession Stands, Hiking Trails/Nature Trails, 3 Outlet with Great Selections www.atlantafencersclub.com Picnic Shelters and a Lake and 4 Piers. and Even Better Prices! Golf Cliftondale Park Brown’s Mill Golf Course 4645 Butner Road, College Park, 770-306-3061 480 Cleveland Avenue, East Point Facilities include an Activity Building, Lighted KILROY’S 404-366-3573 Soccer Field, Youth Baseball Field, Soccer Field, 2 PACKAGE STORE Lighted Tennis Courts, Basketball/Multi-Purpose 404-768-3159 Canongate Golf Clubs Court, Picnic Shelter and a Playground. 4879 Old National Hwy • College Park, GA 30337 www.canongategolf.com 404-391-1672 Cochran Mill Nature Preserve Conveniently located on 6875 Cochran Mill Road, Palmetto, 770-306-0914 Old National Hwy. College Park Municipal Golf Course Facilities include an Activity Building, Hiking at I-285, minutes from Trails, Ropes Course and Wildlife Habitat. 3711 Fairway Drive, College Park the Atlanta Airport 404-761-0731 Cochran Mill Park 6875 Cochran Mill Road, Palmetto, 404-730-6200 Lakeside Golf Club Open 8 a.m. till 3600 Old Fairburn Road, SW, Atlanta Facilities include Hiking, Jogging and Horse Trails, 404-344-3629 Primitive Camping, Playground, Picnic Shelter and 11:30 p.m. Wildlife Habitat. Monday thru Wolf Creek Golf Course Saturday 3000 Union Road, Atlanta Creel Park 404-344-1334 2775 Creel Road, College Park, 770-996-4189 Facilities include 2 Picnic Shelters, Community Shooting Center, Basketball Court, Walking Trails, Soccer Tom Lowe Shooting Grounds Field, 4 Lighted Tennis Courts, 3 Playgrounds and 3070 Merk Road, Atlanta Picnic Areas. 404-346-8382 Delano Park Tennis 4730 Bailey Street, College Park, 404-730-6200 Burdett Tennis Center Facilities include an Adult Softball/Youth Baseball 5975 Old Carriage Lane, SE, College Park Field, Multi-Purpose Court and Playground. 770-996-3502 Trammell Crow Park 8 Lighted tennis courts. Mason Road Park 4980 Cascade Road, Atlanta, 404-730-6200 5650 Mason Road, College Park, 404-730-6200 Facilities include 4 Tennis Courts, Multi-purpose Facilities include a Lighted Softball/Baseball Field. Donald Young TennisPlex Activities Field, 2 Picnic Shelters, Playground, 5645 Mason Road, Atlanta Nature Trails and a Lake. 770- 306-3059 Old National Park Pro Shop: 770-964-8282 2400 Pleasant Hill Road, College Park, 404-730- Welcome All Park 6200 20 Lighted Hard Surface Tennis Courts and 4 4255 Will Lee Road, College Park, 404-762-4058 Facilities include a Lighted Adult Softball Field, 4 Lighted Clay Surface Tennis Courts. Facilities include a Park Center Building, Meeting Lighted Little League Fields, Lighted Youth league Rooms, Arts and Crafts Rooms, Aerobics Room, Field, T-ball Field, Football Field, Picnic Shelter and Parks Activity Rooms, Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming a Playground. Burdett Park Pool, Lighted Football Field, 5 Lighted Youth 2945 Burdett Road, College Park, 770-996-9145 Baseball Fields, Lighted Soccer/Football Field, Facilities include Athletic Fields, Rico Park Playground, 2 Lighted Tennis Courts, Lighted 6505 Rico Road, Palmetto, 770-463-6303 Gymnasium/Activities Building and a Picnic Multi-Purpose Court, and 2 Picnic Shelters. Shelter. Facilities include a Park Center Building, Athletic Field, Playground, Picnic Shelter, Sand Volleyball Wilkerson Mill - Farris Park Court, Walking Trail, 2 Picnic Tables and 2 Grills. Cedar Grove Park 8095 Wilkerson Mill Road, Palmetto, 770-463-6300 7375 Rivertown Rd., Fairburn, 404-730-6200 Facilities include 2 Concession Stands, 2 Picnic Facilities include a Softball/Baseball Field and 2 Sandtown Park Shelters, Playground, Football Field, 3 Adult 5320 Campbellton Rd., SW, Atlanta, 404-346-8360 Picnic Shelters. Lighted Softball Fields, 2 Youth Lighted Baseball Facilities include a Lighted Combination Fields, and Soccer Field. Football/Youth Baseball Field, 2 Lighted Youth Clarence Duncan Memorial Park Baseball Fields, 2 Lighted T-ball Fields, Concession 6000 Rivertown Road, Fairburn, 770-306-3136 Stand, Walking and Nature Trail, Girl’s Softball Facilities include an Activities Building, a Lighted Field, Soccer Field, 4 Picnic Shelters, 2 Playgrounds Combination Football/Adult Softball/Youth and a Gymnasium.

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Schools Make the Grade and Gain National Recognition education Courtesy of the Fulton County School System School Fulton County the Courtesy of Textbooks reach Iraq through the efforts By Sheila Phinazee of the Fulton County School Board

dding to its growing list of On March 24, Dr. Mark Elgart, CEO At the helm of this award-winning accomplishments, the Fulton of the SACS’ Council on Accreditation school system is Michael J. ACounty School System gained and School Improvement (CASI), Vanairsdale, Superintendent of recognition this year as the first in the proclaimed, “It is a great honor to Fulton County Schools. Under Mr. nation to achieve districtwide accredi- announce that the Quality Assurance Vanairsdale’s leadership, first as the tation from the Southern Association Review Team [for the SACS/CASI] Assistant Superintendent of of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The recommends, without reservation, Operations and now as school system reaped high marks as that the Fulton County School System Superintendent, all new schools have the evaluation team met with more be awarded district accreditation as a opened on time and under budget, than 350 leaders, including principals, quality school system.” which has reduced costs to county tax- teachers, parents and business part- The school system also was recog- payers and relieved school overcrowd- ners before making its recommenda- nized for embracing diversity, estab- ing in this growing region. tion. Among many accolades, Fulton lishing a “customer service focus” Since its founding in 1871, many County was praised for its talented toward its schools, utilizing technology state and national awards have been teaching and support staff and its high for enhanced communication, secur- bestowed upon students, staff and standards for students, parents and ing professional staff and allocating schools in this district. Several schools stakeholder involvement. resources that support the teaching in South Fulton were honored this and learning process. year by the Georgia Department of THE GUIDE 2004 48 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Fulton County Schools Send Books to Iraqi Children education Superintendent Vanairsdale has not only improved educational opportunities for the children of South Fulton by spear- heading opportunities like the school system’s partnership with Sheltering Arms, which provides low-cost, high-quality preschool education, but his influence has stretched across the world to war-torn Iraq. Vanairsdale, who served 26 years in the U.S. Army and retired at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before working with the school system, received an email request for educational materials from a former colleague, Lt. Col. Sliwicki of the 101st Airborne Division on assignment in Northern Iraq. Vanairsdale took up the challenge, and with the School Board’s help, he secured more than 50,000 surplus textbooks to donate to Iraqi schools. In December 2003, Lt. Col. Sliwicki delivered the textbooks to Mosul University, which distributed them to local school children. “It was important for the school system to do the right thing - to help these children get access to books and other instruc- tional materials,” Vanairsdale says. “This was an opportunity to help Iraq rebuild its educational infrastructure and to give these children exposure to information, ideas and a culture that they never before knew.”

Education as 2004 Title I grams. Located in Southwest Atlanta, dents who are entering the job market Distinguished Schools. Stonewall Tell the college takes its mission seriously or enhancing their careers. It is the Elementary in College Park received a by helping Atlanta’s workforce remain largest single site technical institution recognition certificate for three con- competitive and productive as in Georgia. Accredited by the secutive years of achievement, while Georgia’s capital continues to attract Commission on the Council on Bethune Elementary in College Park new businesses and industries to the Occupational Education, Atlanta and Randolph Elementary in south- Southeast. Technical College is part of the west Atlanta received monetary Atlanta Technical College is a Georgia Department of Technical awards for five consecutive years of public, two-year technical college for Adult Education. Enjoying its 37th achievement. traditional and nontraditional stu- year, the college offers a diverse stu- In addition, Campbell Elementary School in Fairburn received the 2004 Georgia Schools of Excellence distinction by the Georgia Department of Education. Praising his district, Vanairsdale remarks, “Teachers are effectively teaching the curriculum, using student testing data, and making adjust- ments to their teaching delivery so that every student can achieve at their highest potential. These factors, as well as strong community support, help our schools to be successful and deserving of recognition by the Georgia Department of Education.” Atlanta Technical College Atlanta Technical College equips students with new skills or helps them to update existing ones through its diplomas, associate degrees, continu- System School Fulton County the Courtesy of ing education, business and industry Hapeville Elementary teacher and student training, and technical certificate pro-

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 49 www.southfultonguide.net dent community of 4,000 per quarter. There are over 70 programs of Atlanta Christian College study at Atlanta Technical College. Founded in 1937, the mission of Atlanta Courses are offered within Business, Christian College in East Point is to “provide Media, and Information Technology, education in biblical and theological studies, Health and Human Services, and the arts and sciences, and professional studies Skilled Trades and Technical to equip men and women for service in the Divisions where a student may com- church and society.” plete a diploma. Providing a solid academic foundation in Students desiring an Associate of the context of a community of faith, Atlanta Applied Technology Degree may con- Christian College prepares the student to be centrate in Paralegal Studies, Dental a strong servant of Christ regardless of the Hygiene, Computer Information profession he or she chooses. Students may Systems or Early Childhood Care and major in Biblical Studies, Humanities, Music, Education. Business, Human Relations or Early Keeping abreast of the ever-chal- Childhood Education. All graduates have at lenging job market, Atlanta Technical least a minor in Biblical Studies. College also offers Technical Atlanta Christian College is accredited by the Southern Association of education Certificates of Credit that are complet- Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. ed in two quarters or less. These cer- Each year, the college awards over $1,000,000 in institutional financial aid. tificates may be obtained in areas such The college promotes a spirit of fun and enrichment. It is a member of the as CISCO Systems, Dental Assisting or National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) offering intercolle- Aviation Maintenance to name a few. giate opportunities in soccer, basketball, baseball and golf as well as intramural Atlanta Technical College sees sports. Students also participate in activities such as retreats, drama groups, bon- learning as a lifelong endeavor for suc- fires, devotions, movies, concerts, service projects and student government. cess in a global economy and partners Students at Atlanta Christian College benefit from small classes and person- with businesses, like Delta and Nabisco, al attention. to create company-specific training. Atlanta Technical College delivers classes to community settings like senior Tri-Cities High School Leads facilities and its Continuing Education the Honor Roll program has over 500 classes ranging One of only three schools in the nation, Tri-Cities High School of East Point from technology to personal growth, garnered the College Board’s 2003 Inspiration Award in honor of its achieve- renewing a plumber’s license to sewing ment in improving college admittance, particularly for the disadvantaged. Tri- your own window treatments. Cities has made great strides in preparing students for college despite cultural, Evening and online classes are social and economic barriers. Principal Amelia Davis is an inspiration. She also available. encourages her students to “never say never” when it comes to a college edu- The Bedford School cation. Indeed Tri-Cities had an award-win- On Milam Road, students at The ning year. It first was recognized by the Bedford School enjoy a learning envi- State Board of Education in 2003 as a ronment that gives them everything Georgia School of Excellence. Tri- they need for success - academically and Cities received first place in the Circle in life. City Classic National High School Band About 130 students with learning dis- Competition and also has received abilities currently attend the school. numerous state awards for its One Act They’re separated into skill groups; Play teams. And with more than 40 teachers and staff make sure that each major business partners involved with the school, Tri-Cities received the student masters all the skills before Georgia Association of Partners in advancing to the next level. Education’s Collaborative Education Every teacher has special training for Partnership Award. working with children with learning dis- Tri-Cities High School

THE GUIDE 2004 50 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net OUR LADY OF MERCY education CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Our Lady of Mercy is a Catholic co-educational, college preparatory high school guided by the Archdiocese of Atlanta. We offer a challenging academic and co-curricular program to a diverse student body. Emphasizing “the sacred value and dignity of every human person,” Our Lady of Mercy fosters the Christina virtue of love and service to God, family and neighbor.

• Fully accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools(SACS) • Excellent faculty, small school environment, and a broad range of academic and co-curricular opportunities • Vibrant Campus Ministry and religious education • College prep academics • AP and Honors courses • 21 Varsity sports (Member GHSA) • Fine arts programs include dance, band, chorus, art and drama • Average class size is less than 20 Visit the Bobcats of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School and experience the feel of a college preparatory school where we “Strengthen the body, Enlighten the mind, And Inspire the soul”

Our Lady of Mercy accepts students of all racial and ethnic backgrounds and all religious denominations. Financial aid opportunities are available for Catholic families. 41% of our Catholic families received tuition assistance for the 2003-2004 school year. For additional information about Our Lady of Mercy, contact our Admissions office or visit Mercy on the internet at www.olmbobcats.org

OUR LADY OF MERCY 861 Highway 279 • Fairburn, Georgia 30213 CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fayette County • 770-461-2202 www.olmbobcats.org THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 51 www.southfultonguide.net GMC at Union City er of two children with learning disabili- “YOUR COMMUNITY COLLEGE” ties, explains the importance of the Eliminating the traditional excuses for not getting a college degree. school. “A child with a learning disability can be overwhelming for parents. Start here. Hours are spent on schoolwork in the evening; parents often feel like failures LEARNING Go Anywhere! and there’s a good deal of stress at IS EARNING REGISTER NOW home,” she says. “Here at Bedford, we’re not only serving the needs of the Classes Start Soon child, we’re restoring the family.” For more information call Georgia Military College (770) 306-6401 Fax (770) 306-6406 A college education is available in Community Activities Center Union City at the distant learning cen- 6280 Bryant Street, Union City, GA 30291 ter campus of Georgia Military Visit our Web Site at http://www.gmc.cc.ga.us/ College located at 6280 Bryant Street. GMC, founded in Milledgeville in Entrance Requirements 1879, offers associate degrees in gen- • High School Diploma or GED. eral studies, education, pre-nursing, education criminal justice, early childhood edu- Affordable cation and business administration. • Most students attending full-time receive tuition assistance. There are no military requirements • Students qualifying for the HOPE Scholarship attend tuition free. associated with attendance at the col- Credits Transfer lege’s distant learning center. • Courses transfer to four-year colleges. Students may take advantage of day- • Credit for Military experience as recommended by the ACE Guide. time, evening or weekend classes. • Credit for courses taken at other accredited colleges (grade of “C” or better Credits transfer to four-year colleges. based on degree program). Jim Price, director of GMC’s Union Convenience for the Student City campus, says almost 500 students • Daytime, evening, and weekend classes. took classes during the spring quarter. • Limited class sizes. Personal attention provided. Free tutoring. He says about a third are traditional college students—recent high school Associate Degree Programs to Meet Community Needs graduates taking classes from 8am to • Business Administration • Education noon. The remaining students are • Criminal Justice • General Studies non-traditional students taking classes Early Childhood Education Pre-nursing • • at night and on the weekends. “Our Georgia Military College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the non-traditional population includes a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees. broad selection of the population who simply have determined it is time for them to finish their college degree,” abilities and classrooms are limited to 12 fect setting to build teamwork. he explains. students. The teaching method is highly Some of the important life lessons The open enrollment policy makes structured and language based, with stressed at The Bedford School are self- it more convenient for them to sign- plenty of multi-sensory learning equip- reliance and personal responsibility, up since they only need a high school ment like memory boards. according to Founder and Director, diploma or GED to enroll. “A place- Roomy and bright, the school has an Betsy Box. “We teach our students to be ment test helps us determine the stu- inviting library and computer room filled their own advocates,” she says. “If they dent’s academic schedule,” says Price. with iMacs. The gymnasium is home to have trouble understanding concepts “It is critical that we place them in the the Bedford “Bears” during basketball or getting the attention they need, they appropriate classes at the start since season. Outside, the soccer field and are taught to ask for help in an appro- the majority of these students will be track invite the children to develop their priate manner.” eligible to receive the HOPE skills in other sports. A challenge-by- Linda Peeler, The Bedford School’s Scholarship if they have a “B” average choice course in the woods offers the per- Director of Development and the moth- continued on p.55 THE GUIDE 2004 52 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE WORKS

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Blending academic excellence with diligence and responsibility. Consistent Georgia Department of Education. spiritual encouragement, Our Lady of with its Christian values and interdisci- The school’s courses include English, Mercy Catholic High School offers a plinary curriculum, the school requires Religion, Mathematics, Science, Social valuable private school alternative for that all students volunteer for 15 hours Studies, Physical and Health students in the area. Opened in 2000, with public service organizations in the Education, Technology, Economics, Our Lady of Mercy already boosts of community each semester. Students Music, Fine Arts and Foreign 100% college attendance for their first must also volunteer for 10 hours at his Languages. Every incoming 9th grader two graduating classes of 2003 and or her local church. is required to take Freshman Seminar. 2004. Many prestigious colleges and Our Lady of Mercy proudly offers a There are also Honors classes for core universities including the United States diverse student population of various courses as well as Advanced Placement Air Force Academy, United States religious, ethnic and racial back- courses in seven areas.

education Military Academy at West Point, Yale grounds. 68% are Catholic, 46 % are A well-rounded high school experi- University, University of Georgia, Caucasian, 41% are African American, ence is gained by students at Our Lady Georgia Tech, Emory University, 5% are Hispanic, 4% are Asian, and of Mercy High School. Over 85% of the Morehouse College and Spelman 4% are of other ethnic background. students participate in athletics and College have accepted these classes of Fully accredited by the Southern other extracurricular activities. graduating seniors. Association of Colleges and Schools, Students take part in 21 varsity sports, Students find their studies challeng- Our Lady of Mercy’s average class size campus ministry programs and Fine ing while developing a foundation for is under 20. Arts programs, which include dance, their faith. Our Lady of Mercy is open Offering a worthwhile educational band, art, drama and chorus. to students of various denominations. investment, Our Lady of Mercy is Our Lady of Mercy is a member of A Catholic co-educational, college among the lowest in tuition of area pri- the Georgia High School Association. preparatory high school, Our Lady of vate schools. The school and its Seven of its varsity teams advanced to Mercy is under the guidance of the founders believe that a Catholic educa- the state playoffs. Archdiocese of Atlanta. The high tion should be attainable to everyone. Focusing on “the sacred value and school is located on 54 acres in Fayette Many Catholic families at Our Lady of dignity of every human person,” Our County’s city of Fairburn where the Mercy obtain financial assistance and Lady of Mercy promotes the Christian faculty and administration “strengthen scholarship opportunities from the virtue of love and service to God, fami- the body, enlighten the mind, and Archdiocese of Atlanta. ly and neighbor while giving its stu- inspire the soul.” Our Lady of Mercy’s college dents a solid educational background. The core beliefs at Our Lady of preparatory curriculum exceeds grad- Mercy are charity, integrity, courage, uation requirements mandated by the

THE GUIDE 2004 54 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net continued from p.52 after 4 quarters with us.” education Taking classes in Union City is a The good deal financially for area students, Price adds. The average tuition cost Bedford for students attending full-time is $575 School per quarter, and the students can live For Children With Learning Disabilities at home. Most students receive some sort of financial aid, and students qual- Squirrel Hollow Learning Camp ifying for the HOPE Scholarship 5 Day Boarding • 7 Day Boarding attend school tuition free. Tutoring is also available to all students and the distant learning center now has an e- library available on site. Woodward Academy Woodward Academy, one of Atlanta’s more established private schools and the largest day school in the Betsy Box United States, offers high quality educa- Founder & Director tion for preschool through grade 12 (770) 774-8001 Est. 1985 and a wide variety of extracurricular 5665 Milam Road • Fairburn, GA 30213 www.thebedfordschool.org activities for its students. A college preparatory school, Woodward Academy sends most of its graduates on to four-year colleges and universities. There are six schools at Atlanta three locations: Busey Campus in Riverdale (PK-6 on 24 acres), Christian Woodward North in Duluth ( PK-6 on College 35 acres) and Main Campus in Being in Atlanta keeps us in touch with College Park (K-12 on 75 acres). the real world. The city offers the best Woodward Academy’s mission is of everything. There are many “Excellence, Character, Opportunity.” opportunities for fun. There are many The school consistently produces opportunities for outreach. National Merit Finalists, National Admissions Office 404 761-8861 Achievement Finalists, National 2605 Ben Hill Road 800 776-1ACC Achievement Semi-finalists and East Point, Georgia www.acc.edu 30344 National Merit Commended Scholars. The school also provides special courses for students with diag- The KIDS “R” KIDS Quality Learning Center, located at Cascade nosable learning disabilities through KIDS “R” KIDS and Utoy Springs Roads is seeking to meet the needs of @ Cascade Center families of the Cascade Community and surrounding areas. a transition program. We offer quality age appropriate early childhood education.

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THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 55 www.southfultonguide.net CollegeParkthe city of Photo by Rob Felt Photo Jack Longino, Mayor of College Park, Joyce Rhodes, Project Manager, Fulton County Department of Economic Development Roland Desjardins, General Manager of Alteon; Allan Lane, Economic Development Specialist with the City of College Park at Alteon which opened in February 2004. See page 18 for more about Alteon.

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growth and development, more people are discovering the

City of College Park’s historic charm and resources. And city scapes-college park there’s plenty of it to find!

THE GUIDE 2004 56 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net iyscapes-college park city Photo by Rob Felt Photo Roland Desjardins, General Manager of Alteon, at the controls of the flight simulator

From tree-lined Rugby Avenue process of construction throughout and the historic Main Street the City with an emphasis on tradi- Shopping District to Old National tional town planning and recreation Highway, this City is in the midst of a venues. “Innovative partnerships and it hasn’t comprehensive redevelopment that creativity have resulted in the City has brought new residential housing attracting high end investment such taken and specialty retail back to the tri- as Boeing-Alteon Flight Safety Cities area. Named one of Metro Center and numerous new Main long Atlanta’s “Best Places to Live” in Street businesses such as The Feed 2003 by Atlanta magazine, College Store, Blue Bay and Kosmo’s,” states for the word to Park’s success in development is the Mayor Jack Longino. result of progressive leadership and The first project of its type in the spread business recruitment that has result- nation - Princeton Village is a mixed- ed in over $1.5 billion in re-invest- use residential project that will cover about development ment since 1998. The city’s proximi- 32 acres, former airport property on ty to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport has the east side of Main Street, with sin- opportunites made it a prime location for hospi- gle-family homes, town-homes and tality-related development. commercial sites. The neighbor- It hasn’t taken long for the word hoods will feature the beauty of old- to spread about development oppor- growth trees along with high-quality tunities. Over 700 new residential schools. Another residential develop- single-family homes are in the ment northwest of Woodward

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 57 www.southfultonguide.net Academy, Eagles Grove, will consist of 26 homes built on a former warehouse site with historic infill houses. Other projects include, Yorktown Place, off Godby Road, and Madison Place, off Charlestown Drive, that will bring over 200 single-family homes to the Old National Highway and Camp Creek corridors. Downtown Main Street continues its success with new businesses and eateries drawing residents and visitors. Since 1998, over 21 new businesses throughout the city have brought $50 million in investment and over 200 employees to this community. Earlier this year, Alteon Training, L.L.C. opened the $75 million Atlanta Training Center on Clipper Drive, just off Old National Highway. Oscar Morales provides upscale dining in College Park at Oscar’s Alteon Training is a wholly owned The former Levitz warehouse Highway/Sullivan Road corridor. subsidiary of The Boeing Company stood empty for more than eight Recently, John Wieland Homes & and its Atlanta location joins a net- years along the Old National Neighborhoods purchased the work of 20 other training facilities St

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THE GUIDE 2004 58 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net iyscapes-college park city Photo by Warren Bond Photography Bond by Warren Photo John Wieland discusses the renovation of the former Levitz warehouse

243,000 square-foot structure and will invest $2.5 million in renova- Changing the Way tions. It will house John Wieland Support Companies. You Look “We’re here to make sure that our At customers get the highest quality homes at the best cost,” says Ron Meehan, president of John Wieland Support Companies. “That includes everything from manufacturing the lighting and cabinetry to providing remodeling services for our customers when they want to add a room or finish a basement.” We’re All About Progressive Change! When the facility opens, it will • 10 Minutes to Downtown Atlanta immediately bring 33 jobs to College • Historic Main Street Revitalization Park with another 70 added later. • Redevelopment Districts-Enterprise Zones With its rich history and record of • Gateway to Atlanta’s Hartsfield International Airport quality growth and development, College Park is looking toward a 404.787.1537 or visit collegeparkga.com bright future.

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 59 www.southfultonguide.net EastPointEastPoint Photo by Rob Felt Photo Mayor Patsy Jo Hilliard in front of East Point City Hall

By Martha W. Barksdale

city scapes-east point In 2003, East Point received some well-deserved recognition when it was named one of the “Best Suburbs to Live In.”

THE GUIDE 2004 60 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net East Point Attracts scapes-eastpoint city Residents and Businesses There are quite a few reasons that people and businesses are drawn to the area, according to Gerald Sanders, City of East Point Director of Economic Development. The location is a great asset; East Point is just minutes south of downtown Atlanta, so residents are near a major metropolitan city while still enjoying the small town ambience. Everyone is welcome in East Point. The City has embraced its ethnic and culturally diverse populations and the wide variety of housing options in the area include townhouses, condos and single family residences in all price ranges. Over 200 residential units have been constructed in the City in subdivisions such as Grant Estates, Walden Park and Cascade Green. Businesses are feeling the draw to East Point, too. Lucent Technologies, Porsche Distribution, Clorox and Worldspan are a few of the world-class companies that are located here. “The location is unrivaled in many Photo by Rob Felt Photo respects due to the proximity to the Gerald Sanders, Director of Economic Development of East Point Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and access to three major interstate highways — I-75, 1-85, and I-20,” says Sanders. “The City has several hundred And things are only going to be get- while others are introducing afford- acres of prime industrial and commer- ting better for East Point. Sanders says able and high-end housing to the cial land available for prospects within the City’s vision for the future is one market. the Camp Creek Trade Center and where the quality of life is maintained “I am convinced that East Point will South Meadow Business Parks.” or enhanced through the redevelop- continue build its image as a destina- ment of the City’s infrastructure, The Camp Creek MarketPlace, situ- tion option for specialty shops, quaint acquisition of greenspace, preserva- ated at the intersection of I-285 and restaurants, small and major employ- tion of park lands. The City’s Master Camp Creek Parkway in East Poing, ers. If successful, we will better accom- Town Plan serves as a blue print for draws shoppers to over 40 specialty plish our goal to become a live, work, the current and future residential and stores and restaurants as PetsMart, play community,” he adds. commercial development. Barnes & Noble, Lowe’s and Target. In 2004, East Point was granted Also in the MarketPlace is the As you drive through East Point, Livable City Initiative (LCI) status by American Red Cross’ Camp Creek you can see the vision unfolding the Atlanta Regional Commission. Donor Center, the first blood donor before you. The City is attracting According to Sanders, this distinction center located in a primarily African investors and developers who are provided the City with planning funds American community. restoring historical neighborhoods, to hire a consultant to assist with the

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 61 www.southfultonguide.net enhancement of the downtown central business district’s sidewalks, landscaping, traffic management and lighting concerns. Other initiatives include efforts to reach a 20% goal of greenspace set aside properties throughout the community and the development of the Camp Creek corridor by Duke Realty and North American Properties. Updated zoning ordinances have con- tributed by helping the City to better manage growth while protecting the Photo courtesy of South Fulton Medical Center South Fulton Medical courtesy of Photo integrity of neighborhoods and the The newly renovated lobby of the South Fulton Medical Center environment. Sanders wants to spread the word alent to any other small City in metro Hummer, CEO of SFMC. “That’s the about East Point and its balance of Atlanta,” he says. “On the other hand, basis of our Target 100 program.” family-friendly environment and busi- it’s also important that businesses feel ness opportunity. “I want the public to It’s no secret that the acute care welcome to expand and or relocate to know that East Point is now a compa- medical center has seen challenging the City. As a City, we strive to be cus- rable option to live in and raise a fam- times. Established in 1963, the hospi- tomer service oriented as well as a ily, that it offers a quality of life equiv- tal was a mainstay of the community place where the costs of doing busi- for decades, providing healthcare and ness are competitive.” employment for area residents. But in Q: What do the following have in common? South Fulton Medical Center April of 2000, SFMC filed for Chapter A & A Tax Service Green Realty A & W Realty, Inc. Hair á la Parisienne Achieves Excellence...and 11 bankruptcy. Despite the staff cuts Alignment and Frame Hampton Inn Keeps Striving for More Service and financial loss, the remaining 900 Jay Scott Anchor Partners, LLC J. Maxwell’s Walking into South Fulton Medical employees pulled together to make BellSouth MARTA Brown Design Group sure that no services were discontin- Newell Recycling of Atlanta, Center (SFMC), you get an immedi- Brown Office Systems Inc. ate sense of being surrounded by peo- ued. Camp Creek Marketplace Pathway Christian School Concerned Citizens & Payne Industries ple who care - about you, and about One year later, in April 2001, Tenet Clergy Regions Bank Duke Realty, Inc. the community. Healthcare acquired the hospital. The Rehabilitation Exposure East Point Clean Reynolds Adsociates positive effects were felt immediately. Community From the nurses, dressed in white Tenet - South Fulton East Point Flower Cottage All hospital workers retained their Medical Center and equipped with mobile phones for East Point Hardware Turning Point Chiropractic quick response to patients’ needs, to positions at full wages. Tenet also Engineering Solutions Victory Charter School Associates, Inc. committed to invest $30 million in W-TJH 1260 AM Radio the more than 450 physicians and spe- Georgia Military College Wachovia Bank cialists, some of the most respected in general improvements and a much- A: They are a part of a growing list of their fields, everyone is focused on needed $8.5 million expansion of the East Point Business Association members – delivering the highest level of health- hospital’s emergency department. a results-oriented group of committed businesses, community organizations, and individuals that are care possible. Hummer credits the dedication of city scapes-east point making positive change happen in the East Point In 2003, SFMC ranked #1 among the medical center’s staff, the support Business community. Tenet hospitals in Georgia in patient of the community and Tenet’s com- satisfaction by becoming a four star mitment to quality for the medical Tenet hospital; that means over 87% center’s growing success. of their patients were completely satis- “Ethics and compliance are the fied with their care. bedrock of Tenet Healthcare,” he “We’re striving for 100% satisfac- says. “By concentrating on providing tion rating,” says Christopher the best quality healthcare with the

THE GUIDE 2004 62 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net best service, at the best possible cost, scapes-eastpoint city I’m confident we’ll attract people to C SFMC for all the right reasons.” on nal Two new labor and delivery rooms ly D East H r have been added to the Women’s eadland Dr N Point Center. All rooms are equipped with o rm an infant warmer and crib, hardwood an B floors, reclining chairs and television t e S r which includes dedicated “New h ry rc D

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THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 63 www.southfultonguide.net fabulousFairburn Photo by Neal DuPre by Neal Photo Antique Shops in Fairburn By Martha Barksdale city scapes-fairburn Fairburn has a lot to offer to residents. There is an increasing choice of housing, quality education, both public and private, and dining, shopping and entertainment in the quaint downtown. The city has a lot to offer businesses, too. With its strong infrastructure, including a fiber optic communications network, and prime location, it’s a natural choice for corporations and small businesses to locate here.

THE GUIDE 2004 64 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net iyscapes-fairburn city Photo by Rob Felt Photo Mayor Betty Hannah

Fairburn’s motto is “history lives events, and the former Campbell here,” and Betty Hannah, the city’s High School is the home of long-time mayor, wants emphasis on Landmark Christian School. The the word “lives.” Indeed, with a large quaint downtown is on the National number of new residential develop- Register of Historic Places and still ments, growing business and industri- has the original railroad depots, al projects and a number of leisure along with a row of brick stores. opportunities, Fairburn offers seem- Fairburn has maintained its his- ingly unlimited opportunities. toric charm while attracting new From its first days in 1849, Fairburn growth to areas recently annexed into has been a center of activity. The city the city limits. was named county seat of Campbell Construction is about to begin on County when a depot was construct- the first phase of Durham Lakes, one ed. After the Civil War, Fairburn was a of the largest residential projects in center for banking, and the two rail- the state. Durham Lakes, a 700-acre road depots meant a steady stream of golf course community, is being devel- guests for the town’s hotel. However, oped by Killearn Properties, the firm Campbell County merged with Fulton responsible for Eagle’s Landing in County in 1932, and Fairburn became Henry County. Eventually there will a sleepy little town until Atlanta’s sub- be about 2,000 homes in Durham urban sprawl woke it up in the last Lakes, Fairburn City Administrator part of the 20th century. Jim Williams notes. Fairburn hasn’t forgotten its past. Also underway are several cluster The old Campbell County home projects. “People are beginning to Courthouse is still used for special look for homes on smaller lots. The high-

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 65 www.southfultonguide.net Fairburn is an antique lovers heaven, with several antique shops

er density development leaves room for says, will be completing Oakley to have the swimming pool open by more greenspace,” Williams says. Industrial Boulevard to Bohannon summer. By fall, Fairburn will have a major Road, keeping industrial traffic out of For 30 years, people have been flock- new employer, a 600,000 square foot downtown Fairburn. ing to Fairburn to see plays by the S.C. Johnson Company distribution After being closed for a brief peri- Southside Theatre Guild. The theater warehouse. In addition to bringing a od, the popular Duncan Park is open troupe is made up of volunteers who number of jobs and money to the again. Williams says the city is leasing produce comedies, musicals and dra- community, the developer, Williams the park from the county and hopes mas for appreciative crowds. The Georgia Renaissance Festival was voted a “Top 20 Event in the Southeast” from the Southeast Tourism city scapes-fairburn Society. And it’s no wonder why. The festival features a 32-acre artisan market, medieval amusement park and 10- stage theatre with nonstop entertainment. While feasting on turkey legs and ginger beer, revelers enjoy the parade, joust tournament and shows. Nearly 1,000 colorfully costumed characters, including minstrels, jugglers, magicians and dancers stroll the grounds and entertain the crowds.

THE GUIDE 2004 66 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Another attraction scapes-fairburn city unique to Fairburn is the Cochran Mill Nature Center and Arboretum, 850 acres of woodland surrounding a lodge dedicated to educating the public about the environment. The center is open year-round and hold regular activities for the public. Each October, downtown Fairburn comes alive with the Old Campbell County Homecoming, a day of Fairburn Mural Photo by Neal DuPre arts and crafts, a parade, entertainment and good festival food. Christmas time brings a community tree-lighting ceremony, complete with caroling and hot chocolate. W . C 1st Community Bank Joins a m p United Community Bank Family b e E 138 l ld Fairburn l e t r o St In June of 2004, 1st Community n

S t t Broad St Bank with its five full-service banking Rivertown Rd nd S a l offices in Peachtree City, Newnan, k ic r Washington St Fairburn, Union City and Palmetto, St became a member of United Bay St Community Banks. This partnership Malone St represents United Community Banks’ Vi entry into Atlanta’s attractive south- rly n B Sm ern metropolitan area and highlights ith Pine St R N Fay its commitment to expand into selec- d. et S te p v e ille n R tive new, high-growth banking mar- c d e R kets around Atlanta. d Headquartered in Georgia, United Roosevelt Hwy Community Banks, Inc. has assets of $4.3 billion and operates 21 commu- 29 Se 14 no nity banks with 78 banking offices ia R throughout Georgia, North Carolina d and Tennessee. The company spe- 92 cializes in providing personalized community banking services to indi- 85 viduals and small to mid-size business- 74 es. For additional information see United’s web site at ucbi.com.

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 67 www.southfultonguide.net Hapeville Photo by Rob Felt Photo

Mayor Alan Hallman

Though it’s South Fulton’s smallest municipality in land city scapes-hapeville mass, Hapeville has a big, bright future. That’s largely due

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THE GUIDE 2004 68 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Add to that the strong vision shared by scapes-hapeville city Hapeville’s leaders, and you have a city that’s kept its small town appeal while embracing the convenience and technology of the 21st century. With a committed Mayor and Council and with fine leadership from staff, Hapeville is in the process of shaping its future while maintaining the small town charm that makes Hapeville “home” to residents. “A Community with a Heart, rebuilding the Heart of the Community” is much more than a bland mission statement, it’s a sign of the commitment that we have for our future,” says Hapeville Mayor Alan Hallman. “As a Main Street City, with Anna George as the Main Street Manager, and with the recent Diners enjoying 623 restaurant in Hapeville appointment of Economic Development Director Robin Street Manager, Anna George, the Another reflection of Hapeville’s Howarth, Hapeville has shown that city will continue to reinvent its down- character is their commitment to we are committed to controlled, qual- town. youth and quality education. This ity growth. We look forward to an George says, “Downtown Hapeville year, a new math and science charter exciting future as we work together to is rapidly transforming school is being added to the two exist- make Hapeville the best town in into the heart of the ing schools in Metro Atlanta.” community with a variety We look forward Hapeville. This will Located just six miles from the of restaurants, stores and be South Fulton’s heart of downtown Atlanta, Hapeville businesses that capture to an exciting fourth charter is a haven for businesses. Delta Air Hapeville’s historic char- school, the seventh Lines, Inc.’s world headquarters, the acter and small town future in the entire coun- Wachovia Operational Center and charm.” Improvements ty. Hapeville Ford Motor Company’s southeast to the revitalizing down- as we work Middle School will assembly plant are all right here. town area will include open this fall at the Residential real estate is booming, new landscaping, sig- together First United too. Many of the City’s historic homes nage and building Methodist Church are being renovated and new con- facades as well as a new to make Hapeville on Atlanta Avenue. struction, including houses and town- faÁade for the pedestri- The science and homes, are cropping up throughout an overpass. the best town in math curriculum the area. Two of the growing sections “Downtown develop- will be the same as are Virginia Park, slated for single ment is a high priority,” Metro Atlanta.” that at the Fulton family and commercial redevelop- adds Hapeville City Science Academy ment, and the Loop Road, a mixed- Manager Mike Rast. “It’s in north Atlanta. use redevelopment project. important to our residents, our busi- Additionally, Hapeville’s charter school will enroll all students in In 2003, Hapeville was the only city nesses and our visitors. We’re working Spanish at the sixth-grade level. in the state of Georgia chosen for the to make sure our downtown reflects coveted Main Street Designation the beauty, diversity and strong spirit About 180 students are expected to Award. Under the leadership of Main of our community.” attend Hapeville Middle School this fall. While the school will offer only a

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“The recreation of Hapeville’s historic Virginia Park neighborhood will serve as a regional model for Traditional Neighborhood Development.” Mr. Jim Lovern, Chairman, Hapeville Development Authority. sixth-grade curriculum at first, it will school, but received the title expand to include seventh grade dur- “doctor” because of his busi- ing the 2005-2006 school year; by ness, the Atlanta Dental 2007-2008, an eighth grade will be Supply Company. established. Hapeville was ready for Hapeville Elementary, part of the take-off in the 1920s when Fulton County School System, has Asa Candler began allowing earned a number of awards including planes to land in the center Georgia Principal of the Year, of his oval racetrack on Reading First School and National Virginia Avenue. The City Title I School. The school, housed in of Atlanta purchased this the former Hapeville High School land in 1929 for a municipal and designed by renowned Atlanta airport and the site was used architect Philip Shultze, has been until the mid-1970s. Then, restored to its original splendor. of course, the current air- St. John the Evangelist, a Catholic port, Hartsfield-Jackson school for grades pre-K through Atlanta International eight, was opened in 1954. The City is Airport, opened nearby and also home to the Fulton County soon became one of the School System’s Teaching Museum, busiest in the world. which features exhibits about the his- If you want to see busy,

tory of education in Fulton County join the lunchtime crowds Chick-fil-A courtesy of Photo and offers programs and workshops at Hapeville. People Chick-fil-A began as the Dwarf House in Hapeville suited to the present day. indulge their appetites at spots, it was the birthplace of the Chick- And while the future’s bright, the many restaurants and neighbor- fil-A sandwich in 1963. Chick-fil-A is Hapeville also has a proud past, too. hood sidewalk cafes. now one of the world’s most successful Founded in 1891, the City gets its One of the homegrown Hapeville restaurant franchises. name from Dr. Samuel Hape, who gems is Chick-fil-A’s Dwarf House. There are a host of other restaurants purchased the land with other Brothers Truett and Ben Cathy opened to enjoy. The CafÈ on the Corner has investors and was the town’s first a restaurant called the Dwarf Grill in been a local favorite for ten years. They mayor serving from 1882-83. Dr. 1946. The restaurant was later enlarged specialize in tasty soups, sandwiches Hape was a Civil War veteran. It’s and renamed the Dwarf House. Still and desserts with a French flair. unlikely he ever attended medical one of Hapeville’s most popular dining 623 restaurant serves delicious food in a trendy setting with exposed brick walls, wood floors, soaring ceilings, and local artwork. And just around the corner is a delightful flower and gift shop at Toni’s Touch of Class. The Asian Express has converted a streamlined his-

city scapes-hapeville toric 1930’s gas station into a restaurant complete with the best hibachi in town. Michon’s has smoked meats and ribs that will make your mouth water. They also feature live entertainment and dancing to the house DJ. Check their website for details; www.michons.com. For authentic Cuban cuisine, Chupi’s Cuban Café is the place to go. Chapman’s Drug Store serves Customers enjoy great ribs and smoked meats at Michon’s

THE GUIDE 2004 72 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net lime-aids and handmade scapes-hapeville city malts at their old-time soda fountain. Looking for a jolt? Visit Perk Place and get internet access while you sip a coffee, cappucci- no or latte. Of course, there are desserts, including scoops of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. Residents of the City know how to throw a party, as is evidenced every year at Hapeville’s Happy Days Festival. Held each fall, the celebration draws thou- sands to share in the entertainment, festival food and arts and crafts. Sidewalk dining at Perk Place in Hapeville There are other big events, too. On the eve of Thanksgiving, hundreds through senior ClevelandAve of residents gather to citizens. Director sing carols. The Rip Robertson Christmas holidays are isn’t bragging, 85 41 celebrated with a lighting he’s just stating a of the City’s Christmas 6th St fact, when he says tree in the park and a 75 that Hapeville Holiday Tour of Homes. spends more per Mt. Zion Rd SW capita on recre- Any time of year, the Old Jonesboro Rd. Cofield Dr beautiful downtown park ation services than any other is open to visitors, with its Sylvan Rd 1/3-mile walking trail, as municipality in

Commercial Way is Hapeville’s historic the State of r Georgia. railroad depot. An ackson J 19 impressive collection of But it’s not all fun and games.

Hope St transportation memora- North Ave Forrest Hill D bilia, including a 1921 Hapeville’s citi- Ford Model T, delights zens are involved s Central Ave m t young and old. Si in more than 30 ey tle S n yr it national and Hapeville’s city leaders M h e international are especially proud of N.W Dogwood Dr community serv- their recreation and serv- Fulton Av ice activities, and with Virginia Avetney N. ice organizations. Whi King Arnold Dr When you’ve got good reason. The ve Recreation Department Perry HudsonJ Pkwy ta A a big heart, like lan operates a large youth At Hapeville does, sports program and Central Ave it’s natural to offers classes and activi- reach out and ties for pre-schoolers share.

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 73 www.southfultonguide.net Palmetto All Palmetto photos by Neal DuPre by Neal photos All Palmetto Mayor Clark Boddie at one of Palmetto’s historic homes

city scapes-palmetto By Nicole DuPre

Hospitality is second nature to the small yet dynamic community of Palmetto. Ironically named in the early 1800s by a group of soldiers from North Carolina (the Palmetto State), the impression has nonetheless been the same: Palmetto is a place of rest; a shelter on a journey; a respite from the hectic world.

THE GUIDE 2004 74 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Palmetto Planted scapes-palmetto city According to Mayor Clark Boddie, “One of the great things we’ve been able to do, in looking toward Palmetto’s future, is to preserve its past.” That kind of insight has helped to make the town a place in which people feel proud to bring up a family, start a business or visit again and again. And it isn’t a new idea. Palmetto’s rich history dates back to 1833, when John H. Johnson built a general store and eventually became Palmetto’s first postmaster. Next, in the 1840s, Willis P. Menefee, called the “father of the town,” settled and built a plantation which included almost all the land that is now Palmetto. The Menefee House is one of the many historical buildings in town. Major Menefee donated his land for churches, homes, schools and parks. A group of soldiers found rest and refuge on his land before they moved on to the Mexican War, according to a history of the town, which was put together in the early 1980s by members of the community and sponsored by The Town and County Homemakers Club. Southern Moments. The salon is the days before chain drug stores. Mr. Menefee had a vision for a southern-themed with a portrait of Residents still remember his pharmacy “cohesive and lasting community” and Scarlet from Gone with the Wind and soda fountain. Shoppers shouldn’t his idea flourished into the town of greeting all who enter. Bearden’s shop miss the colorful mural depicting the Palmetto. The people are friendly and offers a range of styling and spa essen- history of Palmetto on the side of the helpful, the countryside is beautiful tials including a massage room and a building. and the residents take care of it and room for spray tanning. Each room has A couple of doors down is Nell’s each other. To this day, it is a commu- a different theme such as the Mint Florist, Woodwork and Gift Shop. It nity in every sense of the word. Palmetto Serving with a Smile Julep room and each is painted and contains a delightful mix of elegant flo- decorated to match. ral arrangements and sweet, fuzzy In downtown Palmetto, a shopper can A master cosmetologist, Bearden stuffed animals, delicate woodwork amble from a relaxing spa to a cozy has sold her products for 24 florist, an adorable gift shop and even Stained glass at the Georgia Baptist Children’s Home years, although Annabelle’s is a hardware store where you might just the first shop she’s had of her get to test-drive an all-terrain vehicle. own. She says she wanted a his- Such shops are located on Main and torical building to tie in all of Toombs Streets across from the old her “southern ambience” and, train depot and Highway 92. since she was raised in Annabelle’s Spa and Salon is the Palmetto, she wanted to do newest addition to the Main Street something nice for the com- fare. Owned and run by Wanda munity and restore some histo- “Annabelle” Bearden, the shop is an ry. The building, which is over extension of her line of body and bath 100 years old, had been owned products, skin care and scents called by the beloved Dr. McKenzie in

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 75 www.southfultonguide.net trade on his own, although because when she serves customers, his brother and father both she truly wants them to find what they practiced woodworking. need. She offers what most department Across the street stores lack with her one-on-one help. from Nell’s is Lynn Other notable places to stop are the Hagerup’s Vintage Blooms, charming My Favorite Things, next to a store devoted to classy Nell’s, Jack Peek Sales and Service, by gifts and decorating as well Annabelle’s, and a wonderful new bed as jewelry items and home and breakfast, The Rusch Home B&B. decor. Hagerup had done There is also a great place to eat, locat- wedding design and ed just next to I-85, called Frank’s. worked with caterers doing Locals travel from all around to eat in food display for 15 years. the restaurant, which sits next to a gas She has had her Palmetto station. The ambience is friendly and shop open since March of unique and the food is remarkable. Mayor Boddie visits with the seniors 2003. The history and surroundings of and sturdy shelves. Nell Lee started her One of the things Palmetto offer a beautiful and serene business twenty years ago and thought, Hagerup loves about being in Palmetto stay for any traveler, and the nearness “It’s not like work, we enjoy it!” Her is the small town atmosphere away to Atlanta, the interstates and MARTA, husband Donald, who does woodwork, from the “great hustle bustle” of a big offers a quick getaway for further trav- has helped for about 5 years with city. She says it “just brings it back to the els. Mayor Boddie comments on the shelves, specialty pieces and deliveries. personal, more of a hometown.” And lack of traffic and the ease of joining As Lee explains, Donald learned his her attitude matches what she loves, Interstate 85 from Palmetto.

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CITY OF PALMETTO 509 Toombs Street Palmetto, Georgia 30268 “Come Grow With Us” Palmetto… a turn of the century town. Located 20 minutes from Atlanta International Airport, ten minutes away from Shannon Southpark Mall, Palmetto has the charm and atmosphere of a small town with the convenience of a large city. Quaint but prosperous, Palmetto is expanding. Come grow with us.

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THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 77 www.southfultonguide.net The Progressive City Continues to Grow Union City

Mayor Ralph Moore Photography by Bob Shapiro Photo By Martha Barksdale city scapes-union city As it prepares to enter its second century, Union City is living up to its nickname of “The Progressive City” with plans for integrated

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THE GUIDE 2004 78 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net Hope House

Progress is at the heart of Union Caring for a medically scapes-union city city City. It was incorporated in 1908 and fragile/special needs takes its name from the Farmer’s child can be a full-time Union Cooperative, which estab- job. Hope House Children’s Respite Center, lished its national headquarters in located in Union City, the settlement. offers respite care for Union City’s leaders continue to families of these special meet modern-day challenges as they children. Respite allows encourage residential, industrial and the parents and siblings business growth while maintaining a of medically fragile chil- good quality of life for the City’s dren to have some time 17,000-plus residents. for their own pursuits and to have a break from One way they intend to do this is by the constant demands of

making the area around Shannon House Hope the courtesy of Photo caregiving. Mall a community where people live, Hope House, accord- work and play, says Union City ing to program director Mark Andrews, ground, adaptive computer equipment Director of Development Ann began in 1996 by providing in-home and a hydrotherapy room. Our Rainbow Lippmann. Last year, the city received respite care for seriously ill and disabled Club activities program offers art, music, $60,000 from the Atlanta Regional children in the south-metro area. In June story time and culinary arts,” Andrews Commission’s Livable Centers 2002, the Hope House facility was says. Initiative (LCI) and used the money opened to provide expanded services to In addition to serving medically frag- to complete a study creating a vision special needs families. Staffed by ile children, Hope House has expanded to for creating a downtown area for a licensed registered nurses and nurses’ include the WeCare Home Volunteer city that has never really had one. assistants, Hope House is the only facili- Program. This program serves non-med- ty in Georgia that offers overnight respite ically fragile children with conditions like “We want to bring mixed-use care for medically fragile children. Down Syndrome, Autism and other developments to this area—a combi- Currently, the program serves about 70 Developmental Disabilities. It is staffed nation of homes, stores and office children, ages birth through twenty-one by carefully selected volunteers. space. We need to get people to stop from all over the greater metro-Atlanta Hope House is located at 7225 Lester using their cars so much,” she says. area. Services are provided at no cost to Road in Union City. For more information The city has received additional their families. about their services and volunteer oppor- funding to create a Town Center Hope House also gives the children a tunities, call 770-969-8354 or visit them Overlay Zoning District to advance chance at having fun. “We have a on the web at www.swchospice.org. the vision of the LCI Study. Children’s Garden and accessible play- It’s appropriate that the LCI would focus on the area around Shannon local elementary, middle and high transportation options, add side- Mall; it has been the hub of the schools. walks, build housing, office space town’s business activity since it According to Shannon Mall’s and retail, place parking lots behind opened more than 20 years ago. With David Long, the Union City Town buildings and develop landscape more than 60 stores and eateries, Center, as the project is currently buffers and a park.” including anchor stores Sears and called, would cover about 500 acres. The Union City Town Center will Rich’s-Macy’s, the mall is a responsi- “Right now, Shannon Mall is put- take cooperation, rezoning and work- ble member of the Union City com- ting effort into working with the ing with city codes and design guide- munity and helps in a number of community and the city to explore lines, but all the parties are focused ways. One major contribution is the all the opportunities that are avail- on bringing smart growth and devel- Cash Back for Schools program, able,” Long adds. “We want to con- opment to the area. which has donated over $90,000 to nect the roads in the area, bring in There is other commercial devel-

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 79 www.southfultonguide.net for sale and Latino music filling the Keep South Fulton Beautiful, Inc. air. Saturday’s activities begin with a parade and end with fireworks. Our Vision/Mission: To enhance the quality of life for South Fulton Every June, hundreds of cyclists Citizens through education and leadership on environmental issues and conservation of from all over the southeast flock to natural resources. Union City for the Union City Mayor’s Race, sponsored by Hank Aaron BMW. The riders compete in a circuit race, an individual time trial and a road race. Georgia Military Academy offers college classes at the Union City Community Center on Bryant Street. Your community working GMA is fully-accredited, and credits together to provide support, transfer to any four-year school. energy, & leadership to make South Fulton a better place The community’s youngest and its to live and work. oldest residents all have a place at Join in! 770-306-3252 Christian City, located in the eastern part of Union City. Founded more than 40 years ago as a haven for opment underway, too. A Super Wal- were built; Lippmann points out that homeless children on 50 acres of Mart is scheduled to open in Union 450 residential building permits were donated land, Christian City has City in the spring of 2005 across from issued last year. grown to 96 buildings on more than 400 acres. Homeless, abused and neg- the current Wal-Mart on Highway Not all development involves new lected children, along with active sen- 138, according to Lippman. buildings. Lippmann says the city is iors, the aging and the infirm, live Union City has not been granting working on 40 acres parallel to there. residential rezonings or annexing Windham Creek at Mayors’ Park, cre- land for homebuilding because it has ating an area of greenway trails and President/CEO Bob Crutchfield been expanding its sewerage system wetlands for residents to enjoy. says Christian City is licensed to care for 86 children, who live in family- this year in anticipation of future Community events help make type settings in cottages on the cam- growth. That doesn’t mean no homes Union City an attractive place to live. pus as well as in foster care in private On the second S to to Deep Creek n homes for children under age 6. ew weekend in al lT H el The more than 1,000 elderly adults igh l October, the city Point Rd Union City holds a fall festi- live in several types of housing, y w including triplex and quadraplex H Flat S val with enter- t ho l als R e d patio homes, subsidized apartments

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THE GUIDE 2004 80 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net UNION scapes-union city city CITY G EORGIA

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The City of Union City is located in north central Georgia on N C IO IT Interstate 85 in south Fulton County, the largest county in the N Y U State of Georgia. Approximately 15 miles south of downtown Atlanta and only 5 miles from Hartsfield-Atlanta International Airport. The city is part of the metropolitan statistical area as THE PROGRESSIVE CITY 1908 designated by the Bureau of Census; a small town America SEAL with the sphere of downtown Atlanta serving a population of G with the sphere of downtown Atlanta serving a population of E I A approximately 15,000. O R G THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 81 www.southfultonguide.net south fultonDining There’s a bounty of delicious eateries throughout South Fulton. dining

Andy Camp, owner of Spondivits, and Chef Glenn celebrate Spondivits 25th anniversary

ne of the most popular restau- al dining experience around. wrong when you choose Oscar’s for rants in the area is Spondivits Of course, the fine dining experience your special night out. Oon Virginia Avenue. It’s known remains most important for business Another local indoor restaurant wor- around the world as the place to go if lunches and dinners as well as personal thy of consideration for a special dinner you have a stopover at the Atlanta celebrations. The area’s signature gour- or lunch is the Feed Store in College Airport. The menu abounds in seafood, met restaurant, Oscar’s on Main Street Park with its trendy menu. In the same steak, salads and sandwiches choices. in College Park, has been acclaimed by class are Kosmo’s, also in College Park, Spondivits has just celebrated its 25th all and is in everybody’s Top 10 and 623 Restaurant in Hapeville. anniversary of serving up the best casu- Restaurants in Atlanta. You can’t go Looking for a tasty “Southern Style”

THE GUIDE 2004 82 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net dining experience? The Green Manor & Things on the south side of the fried pies. Dining in nearby Union City serves up delicious Airport, on State Hwy 85 (not the inter- While in Fairburn, a must-stop is Southern fried chicken and country- state) just south of I-285. Casablanca Café on West Broad (State cooked veggies in a real Southern If you’re looking for convenient, Hwy 29). Besides delicious dining, they home. The BBQ Kitchen on Virginia good Italian foods try Il Forno on Main also offer a large banquet room and Avenue has consistently been a local Street in College Park or Johnny cater special events for up to 300 guests. favorite for many years - and the menu Carino’s in Camp Creek MarketPlace. Many of our best restaurants are all provides a lot more variety than the The Main Street Bar and Grill in East but hidden from view inside of some of name implies. Point features Cajun food of all kinds. the larger hotels. While catering to their More BBQ of the smoked variety Blue Bay Fish Market and Grill in hotel guests, these wonderful restau- including fish and meat are the main- College Park a great place to stop for rants offer variety to our visitors and res- stay at Michon’s in Hapeville. Michon’s seafood. Just down the road, the Brake idents alike. Inside of the Hilton Atlanta was an immediate success when it broke Pad at Main Street and Rugby Ave Airport on Virginia Avenue, you’ll find onto the scene last summer. The live jazz remains a perennial lunch favorite. fine dining at Andiamos featuring and smoked fish and meats were a OZ Pizza serves up a wide variety of northern Italian Cuisine and a friendly tremendous hit with the local crowd. tasty pizzas at their locations in East atmosphere in the Magnolia Grill. At BBQ Texas style awaits you at Point and Fairburn. Slice in Hapeville the Marriott, you can enjoy the Sushi Manny’s BBQ in Union City - the price offers dine-in or take-out. Bar for an appetizer and Bentley’s for a is right and the taste is out of this world. The Hapeville Dwarf House, succes- delicious steak. Inside the Renaissance Manny’s has just recently renovated sor of the original Dwarf Grill, is known Concourse Hotel is the Concorde Bar their restaurant and added a bar and as the birthplace of the Chick-fil-A chick- and Grill and at the Crowne Plaza, you live music. en sandwich. Since 1946, they’ve been can enjoy the consistent high quality of Want to take out a box of wings? serving customers freshly prepared food Benton’s. The Sheraton Gateway has Then you must try D’bo’s Buffalo Wings and are now famous for their delicious the 1900 Grill.

Listings of Dining in the South Fulton Area

Fine Dining Kosmos City Cafe Michon’s Flying Pig Jamaican Cove 623 Restaurant 3383 Main Street 4894 Old Nat’l Pkwy 811 Virginia Ave 856 Virginia Ave 610 S Central Ave 623 N. Central Ave College Pk 404-766-3788 404-763-3366 Hapeville 404-766-7770 Atl 404-559-1000 Hapeville 404-766-6630 Hapeville 404-768-5559 Magnolia Grill East Point Corner Ruby Tuesday Harold’s Barbecue Jamaica Jamaica 1900 Grill (Hilton Atlanta Airport) Tavern 2783 Main St Airport View Park 171 McDonough Blvd SE 4801 Old National Hwy (Sheraton Gateway 1031 Virginia Ave East Point 404-768-0007 College Park Atl 404-627-9268 College Pk 404-559-0500 Atlanta Airport) Atl 404-559-6880 Fifth Runway Cafe 770-994-1122 Manny’s Barbecue Panda Express 1900 Sullivan Rd Oscar’s 3749 Main St Ruby Tuesday 6701 Roosevelt Hwy Camp Creek MarketPlace Atl 770-997-1100 3725 Main St College Pk 404-761-0140 Camp Creek MarketPlace Union City 770-964-9933 404-629-9060 Andiamos College Pk 404-766-9688 Finish Line Sports Bar 404-344-0221 Michon’s Silver Dragon (Hilton Atlanta Airport Pascal’s Bistro (Hilton Atlanta Airport) Spondivits 811 Virginia Ave 5477 Riverdale Rd & Towers) 217 Commerce Dr 1031 Virginia Ave 1219 Virginia Ave Hapeville 404-766-7770 Atl 770-996-6200 1031 Virginia Ave Peachtree City Atl 404-767-9000 Atl 404-767-1569 Q’s Southern Style Thai Spice Atl 404-767-9000 770-632-0112 Hammer’s Beach and American/Steaks 1599 White Way Ave 238 City Circle Anthony’s Sushi Bar(Marriott) Sports Bar Chick-Fil-A East Point 404-767-9894 Peachtree City 3109 Piedmont Rd 4711 Best Road 898 Virginia Ave 461 North Central Ave Ray J’s Barbecue 770-632-3573 Atl 404-262-7379 College Pk 404-766-7900 Hapeville 404-768-5200 Atl 404-762-1746 1474 Southlake Plaza Dr Zheng’s Buffet Bentley’s The Feed Store Hartsfield Grill & Bar Longhorn Steakhouse Morrow 770-961-4433 5036 Old Nat’l Hwy (Atl Airport Marriott) 3841 Main Street 1325 Virginia Ave 5403 Old Nat’l Pkwy Sonny’s Barbecue College Pk 404-768-1898 4711 Best Rd College Pk 404-209-7979 Atl 404-763-9922 Atl 404-761-8018 641 Mt. Zion Rd Deli/Coffee/Juice Atl 404-766-7900 Village Cafe Jester’s Cafe Longhorn Steakhouse Jonesboro 770-968-0052 Cafe at the Corner Benton Grill 175 Banks Station 1597 White Way Ave Camp Creek MarketPlace Asian/Chinese/ 636 S Central Ave (Crowne Plaza) Fayetteville 770-460-9449 East Point 404-761-4450 404-346-4110 ethnic Hapeville 404-766-1155 1325 Virginia Ave Sports Bar/ Grill Liz & Lee’s Live Palio’s (Westin Atlanta Asian Express Coffee, Tea & U Atl 404-768-6660 B-52’s 1613 White Way Ave. Airport) 4736 Best Rd 655 N Central Ave 3767 Main St, College Chin Chin 3420 Norman Berry Dr East Point 404-767-1188 Atl 404-762-7676 Hapeville 404-767-9208 Park 770-997-9197 2100 Hwy 54 E Hapeville 404-765-0280 Lunch on Main Steak & Ale China Cafe Especially for You Peachtree City Bentley’s Pub 3569 Main St College Pk 1477 Virginia Ave 5436 Riverdale Rd 1650 Virginia Ave 770-487-9188 (Marriott Atl Airport) 404-767-0470 Atl 404-768-7842 Atl 770-907-7789 College Pk 404-766-3465 City Café & Bakery 4711 Best Rd Atlanta Main Street Bar & Grill Barbecue Happy Buddah Marble Slab Creamery 215 Glynn St South 404-305-1878 2787 Main St East Point D‘bo’s Buffalo Wings 1457 Virginia Ave Camp Creek MarketPlace Fayetteville 770-461-6800 Brake Pad 404-305-0685 & Things (take out) Atl 404-762-0412 404-629-1156 Concorde Grill 3403 Main St Malone’s 5883 Hwy 85, Ste B Hunan Village Mocha Delites at (Renaissance Concourse) College Pk 404-766-1515 1258 Virginia Ave Riverdale 770-909-3666 301 Jonesboro Rd BuggyWorks 1 Hartsfield Centre Pkwy Buffalo’s Cafe Atl 404-762-5577 Dean’s Barbecue McDonough 1513 E Cleveland Ave Atl 404-209-9999 745 Shannon Mall 9840 S Main St 770-954-9999 East Point 404-762-7765 Union City 770- 969-5850 Jonesboro 770-471-0138

THE GUIDE 2004 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area 83 www.southfultonguide.net OZ Coffee Valentino’s El Mariachi 501 N Central Ave Church’s Chicken Shopping 2807 Main Street 460 Crosstown Rd 3293 Dogwood Dr Hapeville 404-209-1600 911 Cleveland Ave College Park East Point 404-761-7006 Pchtree City 770-631-7779 Hapeville 404-762-9232 Burger King East Point Claudia Lewis Clothing Perk Place Pizza El Ranchero 5068 Old Nat’l Pkwy Jersey Mike’s Subs 673 N Central Ave Domino’s Pizza 5021 Old Nat’l Pkwy, Atl College Park Camp Creek MarketPlace 2660 Godby Rd Hapeville 404-768-7678 515 N Central Ave 404-761-2044 Captain D’s Seafood 404-346-7119 404-305-8077 Southern Hapeville 404-669-2666 La Fiesta 3447 Main St KFC College Park Shoes Barbecue Kitchen 3435 Roosevelt Hwy 1419 Virginia Ave College Pk 404-669-0005 1395 Virginia Ave 3837 Main St 1437 Virginia Ave College Pk 404-768-0099 Atl 404-305-8780 Captain D’s Seafood East Point: 404-766-1254 Atl 404-766-9906 OZ Pizza Matilda Bean 2845 Greenbriar Pkwy, KFC Curios By Christina Historic Green Manor 2807 Main Street 1603 White Way Ave Atl 404-344-633 2690 Sylvan Rd 3321 Main St 404-762-5580 6400 Westbrook Ave East Point 404-761-7006 East Point 404-762-5136 Captain D’s Seafood East Point: DHS Sellout Center Union City 770-964-4343 5 West Broad St Moe’s 4770 Jonesboro Rd KFC 5195 Old National Mary Mac’s Tea Room Fairburn 770-306-0603 Camp Creek MarketPlace Union City 770-964-2440 5245 Old Nat’l Pkwy 404-768-5006 224 Ponce De Leon Ave Pizza Hut 404-344-8514 Checkers Drive-In College Park: Esor’ Couture Atl 404-876-1800 3126 Washington Rd Cuban 3169 Camp Creek Pkwy Martiza & Frank’s East Point 404-669-8400 Chupis Cuban Café East Point Krystal 4833 Old National 404-767-3137 Dinind 3442 Dogwood Drive 876 Virginia Ave 637 N Central Ave Checkers Drive-In 2509 N Main St Hapeville 404-559-6110 Hapeville 404-763-3481 Hapeville 404-768-1937 5175 Old Nat’l Pkwy East Point Especially for You Sweet Potatoes 12700 Spine Rd, SW Seafood College Park Krystal 1650 Virginia Ave 1603 White Way Ave Atl 404-766-4603 Blue Bay Seafood Chick-Fil-A 5235 Old Nat’l Pkwy 404-766-3465 East Point 404-761-0700 Slice Pizza 3529 Main St, 1065 Cleveland Ave College Park Fashion Creations Q’s Deli 3486 Dearborn Ave College Pk 404-209-7272 East Point 404-762-1333 McDonald’s 2660 Godby Rd 1599 White Way Ave Hapeville 404-559-0404 Famous Fish Chick-Fil-A 5115 Old Nat’l Pkwy 404-599-1040 East Point 404-767-9894 Mexican Pchtree City 770-632-1880 461 Central Ave College Park Italian H Fields Boutique Casa de Pollo Red Lobster Hapeville 404-762-1746 McDonald’s 3461 Roosevelt Hwy Il Forno NY Pizza & Pasta Main Street East Point Camp Creek MarketPlace Chick-Fil-A 309 N Central Ave 404-761-4757 3823 Main St 404-768-2511 404-494-9170 Camp Creek MarketPlace Hapeville College Pk 404-767-9292 Catalina Mexican Fast Food 404-494-9320 Mrs Winner’s Chicken Infinity Clothing Johnny Carino’s 2873 Main Street Blimpie Subs Church’s Chicken 2430 McAlpine Ter 3375 Roosevelt Hwy 3330 Camp Creek Pkwy East Point 404-559-1102 5240 Old National Pkwy, 3260 Washington Rd East Point: 404-669-8422 Camp Creek MarketPlace College Pk 404-768-0808 College Park Mrs Winner’s Chicken JP Fashions East Point 404-494-3000 3271 Camp Creek Pkwy, 3435 Roosevelt Hwy East Point: 404-761-6339 Mrs Winner’s Chicken Jackson Barron Antiques 3333 Main St 3387 Main St 404-768-6121 College Park: Just Grace Popeye’s Chicken 1862 John Wesley Ave 5415 Old Nat’l Pkwy 404-968-4540 College Pk Subway Sandwiches Kilroy’s Package Store 519 N Central Ave 4879 Old National Hwy Hapeville 404-768-3159 Subway Sandwiches Knot Shop 5190 Old Nat’l Hwy 8700 Spine Rd College Park 404-762-1921 Taco Bell Lee Fashions & Sport 5119 Old Nat’l Hwy 2660 Godby Rd College Park 404-559-0901 404-669-9118 Varsity Metro Sports 61 North Ave 3705 Main St 404-768-6438 Atl 404-881-1706 Waffle House New York Connections 1425 E Virginia Ave 5495 Old National College Park: 404-699-9697 Waffle House Off the Boulevard 4852 Old Nat’l Pkwy 3389 Main St 404-765-0007 College Park: Kim’s Fashion Waffle House 2660 Godby Rd 4995 Old Nat’l Pkwy 404-761-7455 College Park: Replenish Day Spa Waffle House 3705 E Main St 839 Virginia Ave 404-210-2498 Hapeville Rusch Home Waffle House 3397 Main St 404-669-9010 he original Dwarf Grill opened in Hapeville, Georgia in 1946. This restaurant, built by Truett 1227 Virginia Ave Smith W H East Point: 12700 Spine Rd Cathy, was given the name Dwarf Grill because of its size. Later enlarged and renamed Dwarf Waffle House ® ® 404-305-8331 THouse , it is known as the birthplace of the Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich which was introduced in 1674 W Washington Rd Trinity Barber 1963. In 1967 the building was remodeled and features the familiar little red door. East Point: 3739 Main St 404-766-2001 Wendy’s Trophy Trends 860 Virginia Ave The Chick-fil-A Dwarf House is proud to serve you freshly prepared products from our kitchen. We are 3311 Main St 404-763-1197 unique in offering a choice of self service dining, table service and the convenience of drive thru pick-up. Hapeville East Point Wendy’s “Food is essential to life — Camp Creek MarketPlace Bovanti Cosmetics & Spa therefore make it good.” 404-494-9200 Camp Creek MarketPlace S. Truett Cathy (Founder and Chairman, Chick-fil-A, Inc.) 404-349-9109 461 Central Avenue • Hapeville, GA 30354 • Open 24 Hours • Closed Sunday

THE GUIDE 2004 84 Covering South Fulton & Airport Area www.southfultonguide.net shopping Continued Camp Creek Dinind Shopping Centers, MarketPlace East Point Antiques Historic Fairburn Nell’s Florist & Gift Malls 1595 White Way Antique Mall Shop 566 Main St Directory 404-767-5170 15 W Broad St 770-306-7417 770-463-8885 The Avenue Faith’s Fashion & Gifts Little Rose Cottage One of a Kind 581 Main St Peachtree City Shops 3056 Washington St 402 W Broad St 770-306-0195 770-487-5864 Atlanta Custom Candle 404-494-9998 404-209-9988 770-774-0203 Top Five Music & Variety Camp Creek MarketPlace Barnes & Noble Booksellers 404-349-0359 3540 Camp Creek Pkwy Fashion Foundation Treasure Chest 204 Fayetteville Rd BJ’s Wholesale Club 404-346-1557 East Point 404-344-6896 2925 Headland Dr 13 Smith St 770-969-7766 678-770-9497 Bovanti Cosmetics & Spa 404-349-9109 404-629-6562 Hapeville Vintage Blooms Greenbriar Mall 404-344-6611 Cost Plus World Market 404-494-3105 Hair Physx 3 W’s Art Gallery 502 Toombs St Deal$ 404-344-2963 1776 Washington Rd 589 N. Central Ave. 770-463-2704 Henry Town Center Down Town Locker Room 404-629-5783 404-768-7500 404-580-9531 Sharpsburg McDonough EB Games 404-629-9660 Maxwell J. Boutiques Boardwalk Collector’s Corner Shannon Mall 1826 Washington Rd 3451 Dogwood Drive 8861 Highway 54 Union City 770-964-2200 Famous Footwear 404-349-8240 404-762-7668 404-766-9344 770-251-6835 Southlake Mall Fashion Cents 404-344-7440 S. Metro Sporting Buttons & Bows Union City Morrow 770-961-1050 Friedman’s Jewelers 404-349-6724 Goods 2084 Headland 614 King Arnold St Candy Bouquet Tanger Factory Outlet Gamestop 404-344-8936 Dr 404-768-6438 404-763-8744 6851 Shannon Pkwy Locust Grove Kay Jewelers 404-494-3848 Phat Street Wear II Chapman Drug 770-964-4466 770-957-5310 Lane Bryant 404-346-0966 Antique/Flea Markets 3184 E Main St 615 N Central Ave Family Christian Store Linens N Things 404-349-6263 404-762-0701 404-761-1136 6810 Shannon Pkwy Lakewood Antiques Lowe’s 404-838-2000 Potpourri Home Nature’s Own Herb Shop 770-518-0279 Market Marshall’s 404-344-6703 Accents & Gifts 628 S. Central Ave. It’s Fashion 2000 Lakewood Ave SE Motherhood Maternity 404-349-7940 Camp Creek MarketPlace 404-209-1969 4550 Jonesboro Rd Atlanta 404-622-4488 Party City 404-344-0131 404-620-5939 Toni’s Touch of Class 770-964-2060 Peachtree Peddlers Flea Payless Shoes 404-349-8188 Market Wilbourn Exclusives Florist & Gifts Natasha’s Boutique PETsMART 404-344-0773 McDonough Camp Creek MarketPlace 636 S Fulton Ave, 505 Shannon Mall Pier One Imports 404-344-1601 404-349-3211 Ste 104 404-761-1516 770-964-0444 770-954-1410 Fairburn Scott Antique Market Potpourri Home Tri-Cities Ace Hardware Robinson’s Antiques Accents & Gifts 404-629-5939 Cara’s Baskets & Gifts 597 Central Ave. 6425 Roosevelt Hwy Atlanta 404-361-2000 Ross Dress for Less 404-344-1578 50 Clay St 770-306-5147 404-767-1554 770-964-6245 Sally Beauty Supply 404-346-1226 Coffee & Things Twice as Nice Vintage Village Home Shoppe 27 W Campbellton Stº Store 567 N. Central 6851 Shannon Pkw Staples 404-344-0117 770-964-5638 Ave. 404-767-1554 770-964-1025 Target 404-267-0063 Friend’s Antiques & Palmetto The Athlete’s Foot 404-344-6677 Collectables My Favorite Things Vitamin Shoppe 404-494-3125 41 W Broad St 501 Toombs St Wilbourn Exclusives 404-349-7707 770-969-2055 770-463-0135 Wolf Camera 404-629-9024 Restaurants Chick-Fil-A 404-494-9320 Jersey Mike’s Subs 404-346-7119 Johnny Carino’s Country § § Decorations for: Italian Restaurant 404-346-9023 • Events Longhorn Steakhouse 404-346-4110 Marble Slab Creamery 404-629-1156 • Meetings Moe’s Southwest Grill 404-344-8514 OBA’s Atlanta • Weddings Panda Express 404-629-9060 “a potpourri of ideas” Papa John’s Pizza 404-349-5009 • Holidays Phone: 404-530-0606 Red Lobster 404-494-9170 • Celebrations Ruby Tuesday 404-344-0221 E-mail: [email protected] • Small Gatherings Supreme Fish Delight 404-629-4299 Wendy’s 404-494-9200 • Unique Ideas Services Alre’s Hair Salon & Spa 404-346-9996 Cleopatra Nails 404-349-4762 H & R Block 404-344-8976 LensCrafters 404-346-2020 Photos: Denise Gray Police Station 404-494-3501 Red Cross Donation Center 404-344-3640 ReMax 404-494-3939 SouthWest Insurance Brokers 678-904-2315 Sprint PCS 404-494-9727 SunTrust Bank 404-346-4774 The UPS Store 404-344-3029 The Ultimate “from consultation to the creation of a visual wonderland” Barber Shop 404-346-5536 Washington Mutual 404-346-5714

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