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women to be a powerful force of good, Melanie Hernquist recently
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applied her training as a graphic designer to create the Atlanta lifestyle brand Lucky + Lovely. Shop empowering attire, accessories, stationery and more for the perfect gift for your friend’s new job, house or even just a new haircut. Details: www.luckyandlovelyshop.com
Medical & Sports Massage in Sandy Springs has partnered with the East Georgia Cancer Coalition to provide uninsured and financially-
strained cancer patients with free massage therapy sessions.
The Peachtree Road Race is back for 2021! This year there will be both in-person and virtual races that
will take place over July 3 and 4. While virtual
spots are guaranteed, in-person spots will be limited. Atlanta Track Club members can register for guaranteed spots, while nonmember spots will be decided by lottery. A limited number of charity slots are also available. Browse your options and register through May 1. Details: www.ajc.com/peachtree
Photos courtesy of (top left) Lucky + Lovely; (top right) Atlanta Track Club, photography by Paul Ward; (bottom left) Legends Spirits.
While not a treatment for cancer, massage therapy has been shown to decrease pain and fatigue, and increase mood and quality of life. Details: 220 Sandy Springs Cir., Ste. 157B, Sandy Springs; www.livelifepainfree.com
SUGA’S PIMENTO CHEESES
Legends™Distillery in Forsyth is bringing something new to the liquor shelf with its signature line of vodka and bourbons, which have already snagged several accolades at the 2020 SIP Awards for their distinctively smooth finish. The secret is in Legends’ patented Quantum Purity™technology, which removes additional toxins and impurities to elevate the liquors’ taste and even decrease the chance of a hangover. Details: www.spiritsusa.com
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After repeatedly selling out of her famous pimento cheese at Atlanta farmers markets, chef Stacey “Suga” West decided to launch Suga’s Pimento Cheeses. The only pimento
cheese brand in the South serving up vegan options,
you can incorporate this delicious addition into burgers, pasta, deviled eggs and more. Details: www.sugasfood.com
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