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It is what it is.

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FOR YEARS I HATED THAT STATEMENT. I refused to live by that seemingly

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defeatist phrase. I thought, "No! I can change whatever needs to be changed in order

Annie Singh-Quern, Jackie Boeheim, Susan Walworth

to make my own path! Fix the issue and never give up!" Then, I became a mother.

Our daughter, Abby, is a 9-year-old cutie pie who was born with a congenital, neu-

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Chelle Parent

rological brain defect called Partial Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum and was given the subsequent diagnosis of Severe Autism at 2 1/2. She is still nonverbal. She is still in diapers. Can you imagine what it is like to never hear one word from your child? To never know if she is in pain or when she is feeling ill? I knew she was not in control of her actions or behaviors. Even worse, I knew there was nothing I could do about it. I cannot "fix" her brain. I am left to make daily decisions that have completely changed my outlook on the world around me. I have found that "in acceptance lieth peace". (Hannah Hurnard) As we welcome the New Year, my hope is that if you are living with a situation that you cannot change that you find peace in acceptance.

If there is something in your life that you can do something about, do it! Make the change that needs to be made in order to discover your best path. Find balance in

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start!) Abby has taught me to calm down, assess what I can and cannot do with and

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for her, and learn to love who she is in any given moment. Our Abby is bright and

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beautiful. She is the light of our lives. And, even though we have never heard her say

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one word, we continue to see growth and development in her. She is trying hard to learn and is taking it on herself to do so. I have a feeling "it is what it is" does not sit right with her and if that is one way she is like her mama, I couldn't be more proud.

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FEATURES 14 Elohee Retreat Center Healing with Nature

18 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Care with Class

22 Dance Contempra Leaving it All on the Floor

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28 If It Doesn’t Challenge You, It Won’t Change You How One Gym Is Changing The Way We Workout

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AROUND TOWN support to citizens, emerging student, amateur and professional artists, arts education resources, and public beautification arts projects. It is our hope to change the way our community approaches arts and culture. The goal of the FCPAC is to become a leader in the arts through conceptualizing, implementing, organizing, and executing amazing projects and programs for our citizens. For more information, email fcpac@fayettecountyga.gov.

NEW FAYETTEVILLE CITY HALL AND CITY CENTER BREAKS GROUND City leaders, builders and citizens broke ground today on the new Fayetteville City Hall & City Center Park, which represents a milestone along the path to creating a more vibrant and engaging downtown space for the whole community to enjoy.

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FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE Founded in 2014, the purpose of The Fayette County Public Art Committee (FCPAC) is to find ways to use art to enhance the County’s reputation, to contribute to the civic environment, and to enrich the lives of citizens and visitors through the involvement of amateur and professional artists to integrate public artwork throughout Fayette County. The Fayette County Public Art Committee aims to acquire, cultivate, and perform responsible stewardship of public art to enhance the dignity of

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Heat for 3-5 min until garlic is tender but not browned. Place all ingredients, including broth used to simmer, into a large blender and whir away until smooth. Cook and drain pasta add back to pot with as much “cauli-fredo” sauce as you like. Serve with toasted walnuts, roasted tomatoes and fresh basil.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

E L O H E E R E T R E AT CENTER HEALING WITH NATURE

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ARTICLE ANNIE SINGH-QUERN PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

HIGH ABOVE THE CLOUDS, DEEP IN THE NORTH GEORGIA

MOUNTAINS,

THE

ELOHEE

RETREAT

CENTER RESTS AS THE PERFECT WEEKEND ESCAPE FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF EVERYDAY LIFE. Those who wish for personal discoveries, stress reduction, meditation, and fellowship, seek solace at the sanctuary to reconnect to their bodies, minds, and hearts. Though a mere 50 miles from Atlanta, Elohee seems, a world away.

Elohee’s humble beginnings rose from one woman’s feverish search for healing and serenity during her tumultuous battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The find was 220 acres of Landsong, 30 acres of which Elohee is nestled.

Eve Cook remains cancer free, and has dedicated her life, in sharing the transformative power of nature, with those desiring respite from the vortex of life’s trials and tribulations.

The beautiful Elohee Retreat Center offers a comprehensive menu of programs for self- discovery and regeneration.

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Workshops are centered around personal development, yoga, meditation, art, and music. The belief is that guests can tap into powerful sources of energy through rest and balance. Delicious, nutritious dishes are harvested from organic and locally grown ingredients. A favorite is the toasted pumpkin seed cilantro pesto sprinkled over a peppery arugula salad. A yoga retreat at Elohee may be the perfect means to return home feeling renewed and grounded to handle the daily stresses of life.

A sanctuary enveloped in nature, Elohee provides the ideal environment for drawing upon nature’s visual and covert elements to heal the human body, mind, and spirit.

Guests are encouraged to connect with the full force of their surroundings. The retreat’s Bald Mountain Center sits at the summit of Bald Mountain and offers panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Thanksgiving House is located close to a 100 foot waterfall, and the Tea House is available 24 hours, for journaling, reading, and tea sipping.

Three trails spanning two miles, traverse ecosystems that include fern and beech forests, a natural spring, and a Grand Hemlock.

Barely visible among the foliage and cocooned in the background, a stone bench provides a center for reflection. The waterfall at Elohee cascades down the mountain side into a pool encircled by large rocks. A red bridge stands over the fall and acts as a special spot for bridging ceremonies.

The Fire Ring sits at the highest and center point of Bald Mountain, as the origin of Elohee’s creation, in thoughts and words.

The ring reigns as a tribute to the family’s transformation from crisis and fear, to strength and joy, during Eve Cook’s journey with cancer. Burning bright with flames in Elohee Retreat Center rests in the North Georgia mountains in the foothills of the Blue Ridge near the village of Sautee Nacoochee. To learn about the retreat and its offerings, contact Eve Cook, Elohee’s Executive Director at info@ elohee.org. 770-316-9195. www.elohee.org

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GIVING BACK

C h i l d r e n ’ s H e a lt h c a r e o f At l a n ta PATIENT-CENTERED PROGRAMS PROVIDE CARE WITH CLASS

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WORRY AND FEAR ARE COMMON EMOTIONS THAT PLAGUE PARENTS WHEN THEIR YOUNG ONES ARE SICK. I can attest to this, first hand. When my four year old was rushed to the emergency room at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta because of escalating, excruciating pain, I prayed that his diagnosis would be “growing pains.” To my dismay my Connor was diagnosed with a raging bone infection, rushed into surgery and spent the next 11 days under the watchful care of a team of clinicians.

Soon to be nine years old, my brave boy proudly shares stories about the four-inch scar on his left thigh, and the “cool” memories of his hospital stay. Ask him what they are and he’ll quickly name them off - the gentle doggie that came to visit daily when he was bed-bound, the red wagon ride that toured him to the beautiful train model in the hospital lobby, and the smiling clown who stopped by to give him a hug.

Children’s handful of programs remains an integral part of the non profit’s mission of going above and beyond medical treatment and cure for their young patients’ coping, healing, and recovery.

CANINES FOR KIDS: The Canines for Kids initiative at Children’s is a special animal-assisted therapy program of Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers

“Amari tends to be introverted, especially at the hospital, but she

and Golden Doodles who visit patients, along with their human

has a special connection with Flo and Ellie [Flo’s handler]. Having Flo

companions, throughout all the hospitals to participate in a variety

around opens her up and makes her more comfortable with the many

of activities. Activities include laying in bed with a patient, taking

staff members she interacts with daily.”

our special Patient-Centered Programs

the dog for a walk around the unit, or even playing

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM: Art therapy has been a proven

fetch with the dog. These

benefit in the coping, healing, and recovery processes for patients and

specially trained canines

their families during hospital stays. The Artist in Residence program at

help minimize the stress of

Children’s includes art classes and bedside visits to patients. Artists

the hospital environment,

work with staff and families to creatively engage and best support the

reduce

provide

young patients as they go through their journeys. Projects that engage

illness

children include decorating rooms, creating their own “museums,”

anxiety,

distraction and

from

hospitalization,

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motivate and encourage

+ Artist in Residence

patients to reach treatment

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goals,

+ Music Therapy

their social, physical, and

+ School Program

emotional needs.

while

supporting

attending art parties, and showcasing art work (painting, drawing, photography, etc.) in special exhibits throughout the hospital.

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“I love it because for a second I completely forgot I was even in a hospital.”

Caroline explained that, “Letting our kids be kids and helping them to forget about whatever they are going through. Seeing that big smile on their face makes it all worth it!”

“I love it because for a second I completely forgot I was even in a hospital.”

CHILD LIFE: Children, along with their families and caregivers, often need help coping with the stress and uncertainty of illness, injury and treatment. Certified Child Life specialists engage in therapeutic play with their young patients to help reduce fear, anxiety and even pain during hospital stays. These specialists provide coping mechanisms to patients and help patients distract from being in the hospital. This may include music therapy, playing games, coloring, etc.

MUSIC THERAPY: Music Therapy services at Children's are provided by board-certified and state-licensed music therapists. Music therapists sing and play instruments, encourage children to write songs to facilitate positive coping, emotional expression, and relaxation. They also use music to reach non-musical goals, including increased deep breathing, relaxation, fine/gross motor skills, and emotional expression. Music therapies are also available for families by assisting in the creation of legacy projects with and for families (lullabies, songs, or video/music projects for patients) and provide siblings with the opportunity to express emotions.

To learn more about Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the family support services department, please visit: www.choa.org.

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DANCE CONTEMPRA makes them able to concentrate when they need to sit down,” she said. “It really does help focus.” She added that a commitment to dance improves the ability to juggle tasks as adults. “Dance parallels so many life skills that you need,” she said. For adults, Dance Contempra offers open level, easy-to-follow classes—no dance experience, special equipment or shoes needed. “It’s just you and the floor and your body,” she said, “pure ballet technique.”

LEAVING IT ALL ON THE FLOOR

As exercise, Jenkins compares dance to high-intensity interval training and said a typical dance class can burn about 500 calories. “It’s comparable to football,” she said. “It’s just as strenuous.” Dance

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not only exercises the body; it exercises the mind

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through the recall required to put steps together in

WHEN MOST PEOPLE THINK OF BALLET. Ballet

choreography. “It makes dance one of the best exer-

is a beautiful art form. But it’s also an excellent

cises you can do,” Jenkins said. “It gives you stretch,

addition to fitness regimens. Paola (pronounced

the mental food you need to exercise your brain, the

Powla) Jenkins, owner of Peachtree City’s Dance

coordination, the balance, the poise. “If you look at

Contempra dance studio, considers dance both an

a dancer, dancers don’t age normally,” she said. The

art and a sport. “There are days that I come in and I

same grandmother who taught Jenkins to dance is

just want to sweat it out,” she said. “On those days I

living proof. You’d never think she was 92,” Jenkins

teach differently than on days when I’m trying to get

said. “She’s still dancing.” Jenkins said it’s never too

the kids to tap into their emotions.” Born to Italian

late to start using dance to improve health. “I had one

parents who immigrated to Argentina and later to

woman who was over 70 who saw a lot of gains in

Georgia, Jenkins learned the benefits of dance at an

fitness,” she said. “I don’t think there’s an age limit.”

early age from her grandmother, a professional tango

An added benefit of dance is stress relief and help

dancer in Argentina. “My first memory was dancing

for those with anxiety. “You have the ability to lose

with my grandmother,” she said. “It was in my blood. I

yourself and find yourself in dance,” Jenkins said. “We

was born a dancer.” After studying dance at Georgia

have a saying here that if you’re having a bad day, you

State University, Jenkins opened Dance Contempra,

come in and leave it all on the floor.”

named after her favorite brand of pointe shoes. At the time, it was the only dance studio on the south side of Atlanta offering contemporary ballet as the popularity of classical ballet was waning. “We fuse things together with classical ballet to give it a fresh approach to draw in people who might think ballet is not for them,” she said. As Dance Contempra marks its 18th year, Jenkins is still passionate about the benefits of dance for children and adults. For children, ARTICLE SUSAN

who can start as soon as they’re potty trained, Jenkins

WALWORTH

said dance builds confidence. “It lets you really know

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where your body placement is,” she said. Jenkins also

CHELLE PARENT

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RENOVATE & REFINE

SWEET SANCTUARY IN SANDY SPRINGS

INTERIOR DESIGNER, ANGELA PALMER, TRANSFORMS GRAY AND DRAB TO CHOCOLATE AND RICH. ARTICLE ANNIE SINGH-QUERN PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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EMPTY NESTER PROFESSIONALS WITH A FAST-PACED LIFESTYLE DESIRED A SPECIAL SPACE FOR RELAXATION IN THIS FAMILY ROOM LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF A 6000 SQUARE FOOT TRADITIONAL STYLE HOME IN AN EXCLUSIVE SANDY SPRINGS NEIGHBORHOOD. The 13’W X15’L area, with a 9 foot ceiling, sits adjacent to the dining room, kitchen, and entry hall, and faces a landscaped backyard.

The couple craved a more comfortable and cozy room to relax in after dinner. The original room, with its various shades of gray, felt cold, drab, and small. A three-foot area for traffic flow exposed bare hardwoods, and all room furniture, of traditional and transitional elements, were confined to the inside of a center rug. Chairs deemed too small to accommodate a lengthy frame, and cushions, too soft for easy seating.

The family room, part of a three-room remodel, became a transformation project to meet the clients’ needs.

INVITING YET FUNCTIONAL VIBE FOR LOUNGING. Cream custom furnishings with extra firm seating on the sofa and loveseat are added to accommodate the husband’s athletic frame. Upholstery fabrics are kept simple with solids in both contrasting and matching colors, with durability and ease of cleaning.

An ottoman sports the same fabric and is secured with casters for easy movement.

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Before: Small lamps scattered around the room wore dark shades and withheld light.

Now: Three alabaster lamps with matte brass accents and adjustable height shades create inviting ambiance and task lighting.

The clients’ lifelong collection of travel books on one full wall, displayed in their original bindings, to provide a more stately look, adds an extra calm to the room.

VISUALLY CONNECT AND ENLARGE THE LIVING SPACE. Decor and walls are soaked in a rich shade of chocolate. A 100% white wool carpet with high durability overlays the entire flooring.

CELEBRATE TREASURED ART WORKS. Awarded as the focal point of the room, the original abstract art with its bold colors and gold-leafed frame, pops against the darker wall, above the sofa. The coffee table is mahogany wood, with a tiered shelf design to accommodate a beloved collection of blown glass art.

PAINT Walls and shelving interiors: Benjamin Moore Tudor Brown, Eggshell finish.

Trim and Cabinetry: Custom matched white, semi-gloss. Hardware: brushed brass.

Ceiling: Custom matched white, flat finish trim.

Peachtree City Interior Designer, Angela Palmer, has been transforming and remodeling homes since 2006. A winner of design competitions with works in national and local magazines, Angela feels that she can “deliver the best outcomes” for her clients from her full-service studio. Angela devotes her spare time as a spouse, cat mom, family advisor, foodie, and serial renovator of six personal homes! Palmer Kay Design. angie@palmerkaydesign. 770-487-4455. www.palmerkaydesign.com

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If It Doesn’t Challenge Yo u, I t Wo n ’ t C h a n g e Yo u AS WE ENTER INTO THE NEW YEAR, WE WANT TO BE CHALLENGED, NOT COMPLACENT. That’s easier said than done, right?

We have this dream of being fit and healthy, but we also have days filled with cooking, cleaning, working, school drop offs, appointments, and the list goes on. We have excuses disguised as our to-do list and we put off this dream of being “fit and healthy.”

Fayette County residents, Ezzie and Jodie Raulls recognized this quandary and set out to shift our thinking. Ezzie has been an athlete his entire life. He was a student athlete at the University of Alabama, earning a scholarship. His dreams were fulfilled and life was headed in the right direction. However, due to an injury, he was put on probation and his progress halted.

“Although I was in a great situation with an opportunity to really fulfill my dreams I didn’t process it that way,” Ezzie recalls. “Because I was in a bad head space, I was in college and on the streets.” This conundrum led to his arrest for armed robbery / burglary of an occupied dwelling.

Ezzie spent 6yrs and 10mos in the Florida Department of Corrections, “My first day in DOC was the most humiliating moment of my life. I was eight hours away from home and nobody could save me. That was my very first time being strip searched and it was humiliating. Hearing that I was now the property of the Florida DOC was awful. I felt less than a human being and of course they treated me as such.”

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After 6yrs, he was placed in a work release at Subway. He knew this wasn’t his calling, leading him to apply for a job at Gold’s Gym in Tallahassee. Here, he was encouraged and inspired, remembering his calling for a life of success, health and fitness. The icing on the cake at Gold’s Gym? He met the love of his life, Jodie.

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ARTICLE JACKIE BOEHEIM PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

The two became a powerhouse of positivity and strength. Their jour-

Burn member, Natasha Farr, knows first hand the impact of Ezzie and

ney brought them to Atlanta where they discovered Burn Boot Camp, a

Jodie. “Burn is different because they make the workout for you, tell you

boutique fitness boot camp. Instantly, they knew this was their calling.

what to do to get better and push you.” When Natasha doubted herself

“Burn is not just a gym, it’s a community of people who are work-

during a workout, Ezzie was beside her, encouraging her and pushing

ing towards a better quality of life. Trainers are invested in your life

that fear away. Throughout her journey, she has lost over 40lbs and has

and fitness goals,” Jodie explains.

gained a sense of self confidence that wasn’t there before.

Burn Boot Camp in PTC opened its doors in August 2017, and

Gone are the days of staring at the clock, wishing the class would

from day one, it’s made a difference in how people perceive exercise.

end. At Burn, each class is 45 minutes and you don’t stop moving. At any

Shortly after opening the PTC location, they opened a Newnan loca-

given class you may be shoulder to shoulder with people just like you,

tion and will be opening a third location in Fayetteville, come 2020.

CONTINUED >

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INSPIRED BY

(CON TI N U ED)

people who put their to do list on hold to squeeze in a killer workout. You will high five each other, pat each other on the back and secretly roll your eyes behind Ezzie’s back as he screams, “HARDER, FASTER, BETTER!!”

You will never do the same workout twice. The music is bumpin’ and the energy level is at an all time high. It’s a mix of challenging exercises that leave your muscles saying, “Oh hey, yeah, remember me?”

Ezzie and Jodie couldn’t be more proud of their past, their present and their future. “Burn boot camp is truly unlike any other gym we have attended or been a part of. These people are our family and we love being a part of the change in this community. We cannot wait for our next location in Fayetteville to open.”

As Ezzie and Jodie say, “if it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you!”

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On the other hand, a qualified business can

OLUTIONS, FRESH IDEAS, AND A FRESH

deduct expenses, so long as they are “ordinary

START. For many, it means a time of pursuing new

and necessary,” even if it results in a loss.

small-business endeavors. Fayette County has a

Due to the new tax laws, qualifying as a busi-

thriving economy and is a great place to start a

ness rather than a hobby will usually be favorable.

“side-hustle” or turn your passion into something

So how does your activity qualify as a busi-

that produces a profit. If 2020 is the year for you to

ness for IRS purposes? The IRS knows this is a

dive into a new endeavor, it’s important to know

bit of a gray area, so they have given guidelines

whether the IRS will treat your new activity as a

to help us make this determination. The primary

hobby or a real business.

determining factor is whether you’re making a

While you must report income earned from

profit or have the intent to make a profit. Other

both hobbies and businesses, there’s a big differ-

factors such as having a separate business bank

ence when it comes to claiming deductions.

account, keeping well-maintained books, and

With a hobby, you report and pay tax on 100% of

maintaining local business licenses and permits,

your revenue. However, with the recently passed

are all solid indicators that your activity is a legit-

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, for tax years 2018-2025, if

imate business.

the IRS determines you are indulging in a hobby,

If you’re unsure if your new endeavor will qualify

you can no longer deduct any hobby-related

as a business rather than a hobby, visit a CPA or tax

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NEW NEIGHBORS LEAGUE

AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN'S ASSOCIATIONMCINTOSH CHARTER CHAPTER MONTHLY MEETING

BUSINESS WOMEN OF FAYETTE AND COWETA MONTHLY CONNECT

The Loft at Due South, 302 Clover Reach,

BWFC is having their "Connect" busi-

at 9:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome.

Peachtree City

ness networking event, hosted by Cheri

For more information, contact Carol

The ABWA McIntosh Chapter is a tradi-

Scranage, where you can meet current

Jensen-Linton

tional chapter with philanthropic inter-

members and other business women in

ests and community service as its core

the community. For more information and

values. The monthly meetings focus

to register, go to BWFCC.org.

Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, 101 N Peachtree Pkwy, Peachtree City

NEW NEIGHBORS LEAGUE CLUB meets the 1st Thursday of each month

at

770-486-9116

or

email CarolJL@bellsouth.net.

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on educating, networking, fundraising

“REEL PEOPLE CARE” WINTER GALA

guests with RSVP. $5 more at the door.

RSVP at abwamcintoshga@gmail.com.

Pinewood Studios, Fayetteville

The Reel People Care Gala, hosted

by Pinewood Atlanta Studios, benefits non profits located in or serving Fayette County. This annual event will be supporting 18 local nonprofits

120 Peachtree East Shopping Center Peachtree City, 30269

and supporting members. The Dinner and meeting, $26 for members, $30 for

23 FAYETTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL AWARDS CELEBRATION

JANUARY

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FEB 14 THE FUR BALL

The Venue at Daisy Hill, 1048 GA-54, Fayetteville

Please join us on Valentine’s Day for The Fur Ball, an evening of Dinner, Dancing and an Art Auction featuring

The Annual Awards Celebration is a

works by local artists. This fundrais-

Pinewood Studios up close and enjoy

gathering of some of Fayette County's

ing gala supports Coco's Cupboard in

an evening of food and fun. For more

business and community leaders. The

their volunteer work to rescue, train,

details and information on how to pur-

meeting will include a review of the

and match dogs for service. They

chase tickets, contact abby.bradley@

Chamber's work over the past year and

also support countless stray cats &

pinewoodatlantastudios.com.

will set the vision for the year ahead.Join

dogs through spay/neuter programs,

us for socializing, dinner, and drinks as

animal wellness, food & adoptions.

we reflect on the achievements of 2019.

www.thefurball.dog

this year. Take this opportunity to see

13 TED CIRCLE COMMUNITY DISCUSSION: CAN A DIVIDED AMERICA HEAL?

Counterpane Montessori School, 839

For more information visit fayettechamber.org.

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FEB 29 RUN THE RIDGE 5K

Enjoy yourself as you run or walk 3.1

WINTER WONDERLAND WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA

miles through the beautiful Ridge

The Venue at Murphy Lane

will run along a creek and through a

on a wide variety of topics. Each TED

Newly engaged or know someone

beautifully wooded area. All proceeds

Circle shows one TED talk then is

who is? Come join us for an afternoon

from the Run the Ridge 5K go towards

followed by a discussion moderated

filled with the most beautiful wedding

local conservation efforts. Help us

by a staff member at Counterpane

inspiration. Meet some of our Preferred

continue to manage and improve our

School. These gatherings are free and

Vendors including caterers, bakers,

local nature areas by registering today!

open to everyone 16 years of age and

florists, photographers, videographers,

For info visit: sctlandtrust.org/event/

older. RSVPs are requested by email to

hair and makeup artists, DJs, and so

run-the-ridge-5k/

staff@counterpane.org or by phone at

much more! Register for FREE tickets

Highway 314, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Counterpane Montessori School is hosting community-wide discussions

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

What ’s In M y G y m B a g?

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TONYA TILLERY, LOCAL FITNESS GURU, SHOWS US SOME OF HER FAVORITES! PHOTOGRAPHY CHELLE PARENT TONYA TILLERY IS A REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL WHO, IN

1// Gaiam Black & Gray Duffle Bag | 2// Manna Hydration Water

HER SPARE TIME, ENJOYS KEEPING IN SHAPE! People in the

Bottle | 3// Gaiam Restore & Strength Flexibility Kit (Resistance

area know her as she is active in the community as an AFFA Group

Bands) | 4// Ryka Hydro Sport Water Shoe | 5// Speedo Aqua Fit

Fitness Instructor who is certified to teach the following:

Swim Training Gloves | 6// Jade Yoga Travel Mat

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+ Acquapole

+ Aquatic Exercise

+ Acquapole Kickboxing

+ Peyow Aqua Pilates

+ Schwinn Cycling

+ Peyow Aqua Barre

+ Barre Above

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+ Zumba Level 1 & 2

+ Aqua Yoga

+ Zumbatomic

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