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Hello Summer SUMMERTIME! It is heating up, Midtown. Time for all of your favorite summer activities, foods and fashion. Midtown is lucky to have several lakes within a short distance and that is one of our favorite Summer activities. Is social distance boating in your plans? If your cooking on the 4th of July, we have some recipe ideas for you to wow your friends and family and there are options the kids will love too. We have also talked in this issue about an amazing organization, Georgia Lawyers

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for the Arts. Their legal counsel has served to help and protect the arts community in Atlanta for decades. They have gotten creative in their fundraising efforts and you will not want to miss the upcoming July Winedown virtual event. It's a great value, gives to this fantastic cause.....and who doesn't need a reason to Wine Down? Worried about getting too hot this year, don’t be. We have some ideas to retreat from the heat along with a great book recommendation in case your European sum-

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2020

FEATURES 12 Take a Summer Trip to Italy Italy is My Boyfriend - A Memoir

16 Hot Diggity Gourmet Dog 20 Georgia Lawyers for the Arts Assisting Atlanta for 45 years

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32 Midtown ATL: When will we be able to get back to normal?

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Culinary Creations

20 Giving Back 24 Renovate & Refine 26 DIY 32 Financial Buzz

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he Midtown Improvement District, the entity that

opened its Midtown location, continuing its com-

funds public improvement projects and programs

mitment to expand upon the many growing needs

in the 1.2 square Midtown commercial core, is cele-

in women’s health and maternity services. This

brating its 20th anniversary this year.

location has been seeing patients at its Midtown location since January. The Center is now one of five comprehensive prenatal diagnostic centers that offers diagnosis

With this milestone comes a long list of completed streetscape and corridor improvements, public open space, art installations, supplemental public safety, maintenance, landscaping and other programs.

and management of high-risk pregnancy. At the

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Centers, Northside’s board-certified maternal-fe-

erty owners and the City of Atlanta has greatly

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improved infrastructure and public realm while

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WOULD WONDERFUL BEACHES, GREAT SUNSETS, WILD FRIENDS, ENDLESS COCKTAILS, AND FABULOUS FOOD

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ITALY IS MY BOYFRIEND - A MEMOIR

t a ke a s u m m e r trip to italy

BE ENOUGH TO KEEP THIS RELATIONSHIP TOGETHER?

ARTICLE KATE RILEY

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La Fortezza

Annette Joseph

Annette Joseph’s years in Italy revealed this truth: Italy, in all its multifaceted, glorious history and culture has to be experienced in full. Over almost three decades, Italy has fed, entertained, confused, excited, lured, promised, lied, satisfied, occasionally disappointed, and utterly enchanted her. She’s left, but can’t stay away—she’ll always return. Always. Just like a beloved partner...Italy is My Boyfriend will take you through the journey of finding love, life, and a sense of home. While often times a lonely, challenging place, never once did the love for this special place waiver. See how one very determined lady finds her dream place in the Tuscan sun. Annette Joseph lives half of the year in Italy and is an expert on entertaining, cooking, and styling. She regularly appears on NBC’s Today and Martha Stewart Living Radio. Her recipes and party ideas have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Epicurious, MSN, The Huffington Post, Southern Living, and Woman’s World, among others. Currently Annette conducts creative retreats and workshops at La Fortezza teaching styling, photography, painting, and food-centric workshops. La Fortezza is a medieval fortress in northern Tuscany she and her husband painstakingly renovated for three years. On twenty- seven acres, the property has a large kitchen garden, rose garden, and vineyard, as well as a newly-planted olive grove.

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â€œItaly has fed, entertained, confused, excited, lured, promised, lied, satisfied, occasionally disappointed, and utterly enchanted her.â€?

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CULINARY CREATIONS

FAMILY DINNER OR COOK OUT WITH FRIENDS SERVE UP GOURMET HOT DOGS! They are summer fun food and super easy to prepare. Your dogs can be beef or turkey. Keep it simple and add a salad, fresh fruit and gourmet chips. Here is a few of our favorite.

H ot D i g g i t y

Gourmet Dog ARTICLE KATE RILEY

Midtown Lifestyle | July 2020

Mexican Cheese Hot Dog INGREDIENTS Cheese Sauce + 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese + 1/3 cup milk, more or less, depending on desired consistency

Dogs and Toppings + 8 hot dogs + 8 hot dog buns + 4 serrano peppers, thinly sliced + 1/4 medium red onion, minced + diced fresh tomatoes + chopped cilantro + 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese + crumbled bacon

DIRECTIONS 1. Place grated cheese in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in milk. Continue stirring, adding more milk as necessary, until cheese sauce is melted completely and you've reached desired consistency.Â Sauce will thicken and harden as it cools.

2. Grill hot dogs and buns until dogs are nicely charred on the outside and buns are golden brown. Place on buns and top as desired.

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T h e H awa i i a n INGREDIENTS + 8 Hot Dogs

+ 8 Hot Dog Buns + 3 Tbsp Deli-Sliced Golden Greek Peperoncini

+ 2 Tbsp Deli-Sliced Tamed Jalapeño Peppers

+ 1/2 Cup Plain Yogurt

+ 1 Round Slice of Pineapple + 1 Large Mango + 1 Large Tomato + 1 Large Onion + 2 Avocado

+ 1 Tsp Oil Slice Mango, Tomato, Onion and Avocado

DIRECTIONS

1. Thinly slice and cube Mango, Tomato, Onion and Avocado.

2. Add yogurt, 1 tbsp Jalapeño Peppers, 1 tbsp Golden Greek Peperoncini, and pineapple in a food processor and pulse to form a smooth dip.

3. Grill or cook Hot Dogs in non stick pan till brown or desired.

4. Take a hot-dog bun and evenly spread the yogurt mixture on 1 side.

5. Add Hot Dog and top with mango, tomato, onion, avocado, peppers.

6. Drizzle some more sauce on top. 18

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Vietnamese S l aw D o g INGREDIENTS + 8 Hot Dogs and Buns + 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar + 1 tbsp honey + 1 tsp salt + 1/2 tsp pepper + 2 cups shredded carrots + 2 cups shredded English cucumber + 2 cups shredded radish + 1 cup cilantro rough chopped + 1 jalapeno sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, honey, salt and pepper.

2. Add in the carrots, cucumber, radish and cilantro.

3. Toss all ingredients and top over grilled Hot Dogs.

4. Add jalapeno as desired.

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GIVING BACK ASSISTING ATLANTA FOR 45 YEARS ARTICLE KATE RILEY

TO HAVE A JOB WHERE I CAN GIVE BACK THROUGH MY LEGAL SKILLS TO A COMMUNITY FROM WHOM I HAVE RECEIVED SO MUCH ENJOYMENT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF MY CAREER! - MEREDITH RAGAINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Midtown Lifestyle | July 2020

GEORGIA L AW Y E R S F O R THE ARTS TWO ALSTON & BIRD ATTORNEYS FOUNDED

Georgia Lawyers for the Arts as a non profit orga-

GEORGIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS (“GLA”)

nization relies on the support of the community and

BACK IN 1975. Then Ben White and Bob Lower were

fundraising efforts. Like most of these entities, GLA

young associates and directed by a partner to create a

has seen a decline in contributions during the past

non-profit that would allow Georgia artists to receive

few months. They had to cancel two important fund-

pro bono legal services.

raising events because they invloved large gatherings.

Over the next four decades, through its staff

They pivoted to a virtual wine tasting fundraiser in

attorneys, network of more than 1,000 volunteer

June that was a great success. A professional solom-

attorneys, and hundreds of law school students,

mier taught supporters the difference between wines

GLA has provided much needed pro bono legal

from Napa and Sonoma . . . it was a virtual blast!

assistance. This has included support to musicians,

The wine tasting was well received in part because

songwriters, photographers, sculptors, dancers,

it is an amazing value, which admittedly isn’t always

filmmakers, painters, actors and artists who other-

the case for fundraisers. GLA has partnered with

wise could not have afforded legal representation

3 Parks Wine Shop, and each participant receives

and counseling. They have brought and continue

THREE fantastic bottles of wine for a discount value

to bring, much needed support to the ever grow-

of $100. For a minimal amount, participants can also

ing artistic community in Atlanta.

have a charcuterie tray to enhance the tasting. There

In addition to artists, GLA has grown to provide assistance to essentially every Fulton County arts

are also delivery options available both inside and outside the Perimeter.

organization with an annual budget of less than $1 mil-

Georgia Lawyers for the Arts needs the commu-

lion. Their mission is to further creativity by protecting

nity’s support to survive this economic downturn.

and advising Georgia’s artists and their vision is to

Please consider taking part in next Winedown

create an environment where all artists have access

fundraising event scheduled for July 10th. See you

to essential and protective legal services.

virtually there!

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FREEDOM'S DECOR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE IS SPRINGING UP EVERYWHERE FROM WINDOW FRONTS TO FASHION AS INDEPENDENCE DAY FEVER ONCE AGAIN TAKES HOLD. It’s not unusual to pause this time of year and remember the freedom we have and how it was obtained, but with the path we have all had to walk this year, freedom seems to have taken on an even greater meaning. Displaying American pride is something that never goes out of style and one of the easiest places to show off our love for our country is the front porch of our home. This patriotic look doesn’t have to be limited to the month of July, however; it can become a true American tradition that lasts all summer long. There are so many ways to spruce up your porch to celebrate the holiday or to create a lasting, classic all-American look. These ideas can work for both those who like to go all out with decorating or those who prefer subtler touches. Regardless of personal taste, the staple colors of a patriot porch are red, white, and blue, and the most common patterns of stars and stripes come from Old Glory herself. Make use of all the things around you-red flowers in white planters, blue and white gingham pillows, or mini figurines holding a flag or dressed in those symbolic color. Hang up red, white, and blue banners along porch rails or mount an eyelet to display a larger flag. Create unique items like wreaths to hang on the front door; grab some paint and old pieces of wood to make your own outdoor artwork ; gather items from around the house in those patriotic colors and group them together on outdoor benches and steps. There is no correct or incorrect way to present your American pride when it comes to adorning your porch and this is the perfect opportunity to freely express the freedom we all have!

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ARTICLE AUBREY SEWELL

LADDER

PILLOWS

MASON JARS

Use an old wooden ladder and wide ribbon in a variety of textures and patriotic colors to create a unique porch display.

Choose outdoor pillows in red, white, and blue combinations in different sizes and shapes.

Paint patterns on empty glass jars to create vases or centerpieces.

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DIY

COOL OFF THIS SEASON WITH CHILLING ICE POPS, NO-BAKE SWEET TREATS + HOW TO USE HEALING ALOE

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ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN

beat the summer heat

AS THE WEATHER STARTS HEATING UP, WE’RE ALL ABOUT COOLING DOWN. And what’s more refreshing than ice pops filled with your favorite fresh fruit? Don’t get in a rut—here are some options that you can enjoy all summer long. Don’t be afraid to try your own! Simply freeze your favorite fruit juice and chunks of fruit in popsicle molds and enjoy. Here are some of our favorites.

frozen fruit pops P E AC H Y K E E N .

S T R AW - B R R -Y.

H 2 0 M E LO N .

+ Combine simply peach juice

+ Puree strawberries with your

+ Combine watermelon,

and sliced peaches

favorite fruit juice

cucumber and lime

TEA TIME: Change it up by

LIME IT UP: Combine pureed

HYDRATION STATION:

using sweet tea and peach juice

strawberries with homemade

Did you know watermelon

as your base and some ginger

limeade (water, limes + simple

and cucumber are two of

ale for a little fizz or add some

syrup) for a frozen twist on a

the most hydrating fruits +

lemonade for a tart twist!

summer classic.

veggies? Load it up!

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F R E S H E N U P. Put your plants to use by harvesting aloe gel from the leaves of your window plant rather than opting for store-bought.

Thereâ€™s some yellow sap that will come out of the leavesâ€” this is the aloe vera latex. Go ahead and just dispose of it.

Choose thick, healthy leaves from the

T I P T W O.

outside, trim the edges with a knife, then

Store your fresh aloe longer by transferring the gel to ice

separate the interior gel from the

cube trays. Then use the frozen cubes anytime on sunburns

exterior of the leaf.

or dry skin.

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no-bake icebox cake

INGREDIENTS + 3 cups heavy cream, cold + 1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1 tsp. vanilla extract + Chocolate ice cream + Cookie crumbles, pre-made cake, chocolate candies, crushed graham crackers and anything else you want to layer your cake with

1. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream, sugar and vanilla with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form in the mixture. 2. Start with a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a springform pan (determine the size by how large or small you want your icebox cake to be). Then top with an even layer of chocolate (or your favorite kind of ice cream). 3. For the next layer, top with an even layer of cookie crumbles, cake crumbles, chocolate candies, crushed graham crackers or anything else you want to layer your cake with. 4. Continue with layers of whipped cream, ice cream and toppings until you have reached the top of your pan. 5. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, top with more cookie crumbles or chocolate sauce, slice and enjoy!

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

MIDTOWN ATL: WHEN WILL WE BE ABLE TO GET BACK TO NORMAL?

ARTICLE BY RENÉE WEESE, CFP®, FOUNDER NORA WEALTH

Midtown Lifestyle | July 2020

AS A MIDTOWN ATL RESIDENT AND BUSINESS

Along with our physical and emotional resources, our

OWNER, I ADORE THE LIFESTYLE WE ENJOY. I feel

financial resilience has been tested, as well.

so fortunate to be living in this community, surrounded

When I look at the current global financial picture,

by amazing services and fabulous food at my fingertips,

one thing that stands out to me is the resilience of the

and immersed in the historic charm, urban experience

financial markets, given the uncertainty remaining in

and diverse culture it brings. Like many of us, I person-

our economy. I know that the markets quickly incor-

ally worked hard to get here. Having grown up in the

porate information into stock prices and that the fun-

Atlanta suburbs, my long-term aspiration was to move

damentals of our economy were fairly solid prior to the

to one of the lovely old neighborhoods in “downtown”

onset of the pandemic, both of which give me comfort

Atlanta. I’ve now been here for over 20 years, and I’ve

in our long-term economic prospects. Also, govern-

watched those neighborhoods flourish. While one of the

ment actions happened fairly quickly, giving a vote of

things I cherish most about Midtown is our diversity, one

confidence to the markets. What gives me pause is

aspect we all have in common is that we are drawn to

that it’s the events we can’t or don’t predict, like a pan-

this place and its lovely lifestyle.

demic, that cause markets to tumble, and with over 40

We also currently have one daunting question in

million people having recently filed for unemployment,

common: When will we be able to get back to normal?

the longer-range impacts cannot yet be predicted or

It’s the question on everyone’s mind right now, and

understood. Interestingly, however, despite historic

one that none of us can answer. Whether it’s what

levels of unemployment, US savings rates are up for

school will be like for the kids in the fall, when we

the first time in over 40 years.

can go back to the office, when eating out and visiting

We have to depend on the basic tenets of financial

our salons freely will return, or simply when no masks

management that have provided a resilient base in the

will be needed, we are all shaken and confounded by

past: clearly defined goals, informed investment, proper

the uncertainty. We know things will likely not be the

diversification, realistic risk tolerance, time horizon and

same, but just understanding how our “new normal”

the old adage, preparing for a rainy day. No one is happy

will look would be a huge relief.

about the financial conditions we’re currently experi-

At the same time, the impacts of the current pandemic have shown us some new perspectives. For me,

encing, but If you feel stressed because of the financial impacts, here are a few things you can do:

I needed to simplify, to find more peaceful time. By

+ If you haven’t already, review your goals and

doing so, I’ve learned better ways to cope with the

objectives to see if you still match up to your assets,

challenges of isolation and loss of control, to find

given the market declines.

strength in the face of adversity, resilience in the face of

+ If you feel stressed or worried because of the

uncertainty. Many of us have also needed to reset our

downturn, you may have something out of alignment in

spending to adjust to changes in our income, or simply

your plan and strategy. Find a trusted resource to talk

to become more cautious, given financial uncertainty.

with this about.

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“LET’S BE THERE FOR EACH OTHER, TAKE AS MUCH TIME AS WE NEED, AND STILL BELIEVE IN EACH OTHER AND OUR COMMUNITY.” + Remember that you are not in this alone. Perceived financial “failure” is one of the leading causes of debilitating stress, and it adversely impacts our health, relationships and overall wellness in damaging ways. It’s never too late, or too early, to tackle financial discomfort. The road to financial resilience starts here. And finally, one of my favorite books on resilience is Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant. They wrote the book together after Sheryl’s husband, Dave Goldberg, died suddenly and left her grief stricken and unable to function. Sheryl learned that resilience is the key to overcoming life’s challenges and dealing with its inevitable uncertainty. We will recover, Midtown, and we’ll be stronger and better than ever. Let’s be there for each other, take as much time as we need, and still believe in each other and our community. #midtownstrong 34

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