Travel

Back to Ireland

The Older the Fiddle the Sweeter the Tune Article by Katie Steedly Curling | Photography by Katie Steedly Curling & Provided Late in August, I traveled to Ireland to attend the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. The game inspired a full-on Irish adventure for myself and my football-loving husband.  Dublin Dublin combines old European charm with a pub-inspired, literature-infused cultural backbone, all set amidst public parks and ocean bay. The Merrion, a hotel in Dublin’s City Centre...

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Finding Strength

Supporting student athletes means coaching them on balance and building self esteem. Article by Mary Eva Tredway Saire Davis, the founder of Saire Davis Academy, is dedicated to empowering youth athletes, particularly female lacrosse players in the Atlanta and Johns Creek communities. As a two-time author and former Division 1 athlete, Saire understands the unique challenges young athletes face today, including pressures related to performance, self-esteem, and the intense scrutiny from...

Food + Beverage

From Regan's Kitchen, to Yours

Enjoy this Thanksgiving classic Article and Photography by Sweet Potato Souffle with Pecans From the kitchen of Regan Maki  INGREDIENTS: 2 or 3 Large eggs, beaten 1 cup butter, melted 1 cup sugar 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes 1 cup regular milk 1 tsp vanilla TOPPING: 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup butter, melted 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup chopped pecans (or more to taste) DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, Combine eggs, butter, sugar in large bowl until creamy...

Life + Culture

A Bright Future in Biomedical Engineering

Adya Srinivasan's Journey from Classroom to Cutting Edge Research Article by Valerie Shepherd | Photography by Adya Srinivasan Whether in the classroom, or in the lab, or in the many organizations she is a part of, Johns Creek Innovation Academy High School Senior Adya Srinivasan is already contributing life-changing and impactful research and contributions to both the community, and the world. Adya’s path is not that of a typical high school student. Sure, her days are filled with classes...

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Jonnetta's Table

When Usher and Jlack come home, first stop is J’s SMOKEHOUSE Article by Mary Eva Tredway | Photography by Firelite Studios & Courtesy of Jonnetta Patton Johns Creek resident, Jonnetta Patton, is a name many might recognize from her work as an American music talent manager and her connections with ICON Usher Raymond and Grammy-nominated producer James “Jlack” Lackey. What you may not know is that Jonnetta is also the proud mother of both talents and has herself ventured into the film and...

Education

A Vision for our Future with AI

Meet Johns Creek high school student and entrepreneur, Shiv Garg Article by Irene Sanders Shiv Garg, a member of the Student Leadership Johns Creek class of 2025 from Innovation Academy has developed EyeAI, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system poised to transform the global landscape of ocular disease diagnosis. EyeAI, which is designed to augment access to affordable and rapid eye health diagnostics, leverages state-of-the-art machine learning to detect ocular diseases based on...

Event Planning + Services

When the Giving Gets Good

Johns Creek volunteers shine bright year after year. Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Firelite Studios & Provided Katherine Perrotta  Dr. Katherine Perrotta, originally from Staten Island, moved to Johns Creek in 2012 for work and quickly became involved with the community. Volunteering with the Johns Creek Historical Society and Student Leadership Johns Creek has been rewarding for Dr. Perrotta, “I love helping students engage in civic service, their dedication gives me hope for the...

Arts + Culture

Community Gathers

A pumpkin patch, 15 years strong. Article by Lisa Lucas The Pumpkin Patch at Johns Creek Presbyterian Church is a long-held tradition for the community, spanning over 15 years. Every year, folks call the church weeks in advance to ask when it will be open. They know they can purchase less expensive pumpkins at the grocery store, but it is here where memories are made.  There are plenty of photo opportunities and the volunteers are happy to take family pictures. Home-made baked goods are...

Life + Culture

Fine Dining, Daily

Cuisine and conversation makes Parc at Duluth special Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Firelite Studios Every year, there’s a special event at Parc at Duluth that residents look forward to most. They primp and pose, and smile a little wider. The Anniversary Gala celebrates the grand opening (21 years ago this month!) as well as significant anniversaries of residents and staff.  “Each year, we host a grand gala to commemorate the occasion, where everyone dresses to impress for a...

Food + Beverage

Chef's Choice

Favorite dishes from Johns Creek's top chefs Article by Summer Robinson | Photography by Brandon Amato, Karyn Slovin Chef Olivia Hurst Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar   770.559.8749 6290 Halcyon Way, Suite 610 CattleShedWineBar.com Name of Dish:  Espresso-Rubbed, Bone-In Kansas City strip When it hits the menu:  It was just added and is available now Origin / Inspiration:  The bone-in Kansas City strip is one of the most mouthwatering cuts of steak on the market today. As the...