Education

People Power

Students driving change Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff Students at Fulton Science Academy are proud to make volunteering and service a priority. Here are three student-driven initiaves that keep kids thinking, creating and giving back.   National Honor Society — Tanzania Service Project Fulton Science Academy’s National Honor Society students devoted months of planning and volunteer hours to a global service project in Tanzania. They raised   $17,500 to fund five water wells...

Arts + Culture

Keep Moving, Alpharetta

There's a new martial art in town. Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff | Photography by Rose Riot Photography Capoeira Maculelê Alpharetta is proud to bring their award-winning Brazilian Capoeira program to the community. Capoeira is a unique Brazilian martial art that blends music, dance and self-defense into one powerful and joyful practice. It’s not just about kicks and acrobatics - it’s a cultural experience filled with rhythm, creativity and connection. We caught up with Dani Da...

Arts + Culture

Medicine in the Making

Article by Sarah Reeves | Photography by Aleks Kapetanovic Teens and social media, no denying this combination has received a bad rap over the last few years, but not every teenager is succumbing to brain rot on the internet. Meet Maya LaBorde, a senior at Alpharetta High School who is using the internet and social media platforms to create a powerful career planning outlet for teens interested in the medical field.  Medicine in the Making was a solution to a problem Maya discovered as she...

Arts + Culture

Moms Make it Happen

“The Mama Bears” of Cambridge High School Photography by Aleks Kapetanovic and Katie Braun It was a balmy evening in September 2024 when nearly 1,000 Alpharetta citizens made history by packing out a newly created parade route in conjunction with Cambridge High School’s Inaugural Homecoming Parade and JamBEARee. The brainchild of a handful of Cambridge moms who volunteered their time, talent and treasure, the JamBEARee aimed to build community and start an annual tradition that would be a...

Education

Answering Prayers

Meet Brooke Bowman Photography by Aleks Kapetanovic Muffled cries from new parents are barely audible over the loud, beeping noises that come from a sea of lifesaving machines. In normal situations, these repetitive sounds may be a source of frustration, but in this case, it’s a reassuring sign that a premature baby is still alive and fighting. This is life in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Designed with utmost precision, these carefully controlled environments are designed to mimic a...

Event Planning + Services

Sharing is Caring

Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff For the past 15 years, Pam Abrahamson of Alpharetta has had the privilege of volunteering with Wellspring Living, whose mission is to transform lives of those at risk or victimized by sexual exploitation. They provide trauma-informed, participant-centered programs at no cost, empowering survivors to heal and discover hope for the future. Pam's service has included everything from mentoring and cooking breakfast to board leadership and simply listening...

Education

Turning Compassion into Action

Gina Pickett Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Jolie Loren In every thriving corporation and community, there are unsung heroes whose generosity quietly shapes lives. Spearheading fundraising efforts takes vision, strategy and tireless dedication—qualities that define Alpharetta's Gina Pickett, Internal Event Planner at Marsh MMA. Gina continues to mobilize resources, energizing her community and turning passion into impact; transforming ideas into action through collaboration and a...

Home + Design

Handcrafted For Modern Living

Furniture built to last, with designs for today. Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle Staff Since 2003, DutchCrafters has been redefining what it means to shop for Amish furniture. Founded by husband-and-wife team Jim and Linse Miller, the company started as a small online retailer and has grown into the largest source for Amish furniture in the U.S., with over 12,000 handcrafted pieces and showrooms in Sarasota, FL and Alpharetta. We sat down with the Millers to learn more about their...

Entertainment

Savoring Life

Eating well, living well. Article by Elissa Rosen At Village Park Milton, dining isn’t just about mealtime—it’s about creating experiences that bring people together. With a culinary program that rivals Alpharetta's most stylish restaurants, the community has become a destination, offering everything from panoramic dining rooms to intimate wine tastings.  Founded with the belief that senior living should be social, active and vibrant; Village Park has redefined the concept of retirement...

Home + Design

Tabletop Blues

Buh-bye paper: Using fabric napkins just makes sense. Article by Sue G. Collins Blue-Striped cotton herringbone kitchen towel, 15" x 26" - 12 Pack WebstaurantStore.com Indigo Blue Napkins, 100% Cotton. Mix and match, or give each family member her own to keep track of.  Bhavnikahandicraft on Etsy Arbor 100% Cotton Square Napkin (Set of 4). By Caskata Wayfair.com Italian Tiles Dinner Napkin Set. Geometry.House Citrus Garden Pool Table Linens by Matouk | Schumacher ...