What's New?
by Cherryl Greenman
WHAT'S NEW

The Esani Institute — A Paul Mitchell Partner School recently held its Grand Opening at 1003 Mansell Road. The school offers a full menu of services which are performed by students under the direct supervision of an instructor. On hand for the Grand Opening were Alpharetta Mayor Arthur Letchas; Arlene Lyons, principal owner and Dean of the school; Ozzie Moore, business partner; John Paul De Joria, Chairman/CEO of John Paul Mitchell Systems; and Winn Claybaugh, Dean of Paul Mitchell The School. The school is housed in a 20,000 sq. foot state-of-the-art facility designed to give a high-end salon experience to students and service guests. The hours are Tuesday — Saturday from 1 — 4 p.m. Evening hours and skin care services are also available. As an added pleasure, a five-minute stress-relieving scalp treatment with every haircut. For more information, please call (678) 795-0999.

RBM of Atlanta-North recently held a Grand Opening celebration for its second location at 345 McFarland Parkway. During the Grand Opening there was entertainment for the entire family including live music and food, courtesy of Nirvana Café and Grille. Kids enjoyed face painting, pedal car races, and more. RBM of Atlanta-North is showcasing the new 2008 lineup of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, including its revolutionary diesel SUV and the completely redesigned C-Class. Kelly McCoy of B98.5 FM held a live broadcast from RBM as well as handed out prizes during the day. In addition to new and pre-owned car sales, RBM of Atlanta-North will also offer three convenient service options including RBM's exclusive Star Mobile service, which brings service directly to the customer's home or office. For more information, please visit rbmofatlanta.com.

Classy Cleaners recently opened at 5354 McGinnis Ferry Road near Publix. The full service dry cleaner also offers alterations and wedding gown preservation. For more information, please call (770) 521-5336.

KnuckleUp Fitness recently opened at 5815 Windward Parkway near Ageless Remedies. KnuckleUp Fitness™ provides kickboxing, Muay Thai, boxing, Jiu Jitsu, wrestling and Cardio Camp for your fitness and training needs. The club is equipped with a regulation sized boxing ring, more than 1,000 sq. feet of grappling mats, an assortment of more than 60 Muay Thai and boxing heavy bags, state-of-the-art free weights, and weight machines for your training regimen. For more information, please call (678) 205-8633.

Foster's Grill is opening its second Alpharetta location at 12540 Broadwell Road in downtown Crabapple. It is a casual neighborhood place where the whole family can gather and enjoy great tasting food including the one-half pound "Charburger", fresh hand-cut fries, extra-thick milkshakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and homemade cookies. All are made to order from the freshest ingredients and served up fast and friendly. For more information, please call (770) 475-5885.

Moss Automotive located at 11490 Maxwell Road recently opened and is ready to assist you with your car's general repairs and maintenance. The facility has complete engine and drivetrain diagnostic abilities as well as air conditioning services. All mechanics are ASE certified. For more information, please call Charlotte or Danny at (770) 740-0838.

Sandra Shirley, a native of Alpharetta, recently became the new owner of The Sun Station Tanning located at 281 South Main Street, Suite 108. Sandra said she is excited about the new fall specials that are now available and invites you to join her at the spa to maintain your summer tan during the winter months. For more information, please call (770) 752-0095.