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Happy Spring Midtown SPRING IS IN THE AIR! It’s the fresh sent of everything around us blooming. Ah, April. What a wonderful month to reconnect with the Earth and spend some time outside. Go out and explore all the beauty Midtown has to offer. We are the most walkable area in Atlanta. While you’re out, take a moment to appreciate the gifts our planet gives us each day. How can you show your thanks? Our own Ga Aquarium's global programs are making positive changes worldwide. How about joining a neighborhood cleanup or check-

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ing out some new, sustainable brands popping up in our local boutiques. This April issue is filled with community stories and ideas to get you inspired. Metro Fresh owner Mitchell Anderson has shared his famous award wining turkey chili.....You'll want to see if you can duplicate the recipe, a true crowd pleaser. We also met up with the talented Ian Schumacher and got some insights into his musical inspiration. Thank you for all you do to keep Midtown clean and healthy. We wouldn’t be this wonderful city without each and every one of you doing your part. Happy Earth Day!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2020

FEATURES 14 From Roles to Rolls An actor and foodie who is garnering awards on and off the screen

18 Securing your Paperless Finances 22 Georgia Aquarium's Global Outreach

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26 Music in Midtown A city full of artists and opportunities

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Culinary Creations

Financial Buzz

26 Back Stage 30 Healthy Lifestyle 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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MARIST SCHOOL AWARDED TOP WORKPLACE Marist School was awarded a Top Workplaces 2020 honor by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. 12

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CULINARY CREATIONS

from roles to rolls AN ACTOR AND FOODIE WHO IS GARNERING AWARDS ON AND OFF THE SCREEN

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ARTICLE SUE BALDANI PHOTOGRAPHY SARA HANA

MITCHELL ANDERSON IS USED TO GETTING ACCOLADES FOR HIS ACTING ABILITY. A student of Julliard who began his acting career in 1983, he has been featured in many popular television, film and theatre productions. His most current role is in After Forever, a digital series on Amazon Prime, for which he has been prenominated for an Emmy award. However, Anderson’s most recent award didn’t have anything to do with acting, but with food. As the owner of Metro Fresh, with two locations in Midtown, he is what he calls a food nerd. “I’ve always been a good cook and always loved that food brings people together and fosters conversation,” said Anderson. “You can kind of tell the story of life through food. That’s what I feel my whole career in show business is about - telling stories and communicating with people.” In 2001, he moved to Atlanta to be with his partner (now husband,) Richie Arpino, and to cultivate his interest in the restaurant business. Fortunately for Anderson, he was introduced to Jenny Levison, the owner of Souper Jenny cafes in Atlanta and former actress; they had an immediate connection. “She taught me this artistic improvisational approach to creating soups and salads. Metro Fresh is very much in the image of Souper Jenny, with my own spin on it.” Metro Fresh offers breakfast, lunch and nighttime dining options at both locations, and the focus is on what’s fresh and in season. “The whole idea is to give people a three-meal-a-day dining option that is super creative, really healthy, and fast. That’s what I think I’m most proud of - that we offer this quick dining option that is also a culinary experience.” The menu changes every day, but one item has stayed exactly the same for the last 15 years. And this is the one that has won him an award in his role as a foodie. Called Mitchili, it’s been named Weight Watchers Reimagined Favorite during Oprah's 2020 Vision Tour. Although he didn’t get to meet Oprah, he was given two complimentary tickets to the Vision Tour and was able to join her along with the other 15,000 attendees. He was also encouraged to incorporate the Weight Watchers favorite branding into his menu, which he was honored to do. Anderson also wrote a cookbook, called Food and Thought, which can be purchased on the Metro Fresh website at https://www.metrofreshatl.com/. “The cookbook is all about stories and the story of life. I wanted people to get to know me through the stories I write every day.” CONTINUED >

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CULINARY CREATIONS (CONTINUED)

Mitchili (This recipe includes Hot Italian Turkey Sausage, so it will be a little spicier than the Metro Fresh version.)

INGREDIENTS + 2 Lbs. Ground Turkey + 1 Lb. (About five links) Hot Italian Turkey Sausage – Casings removed + 1 Large Red Onion Diced + 1 each Red, Yellow, Green Pepper seeded and Diced + 3 Large Cans Chopped Tomatoes + 1 can each of Chili Beans, Great Northern White Beans, Kidney Beans and Black Beans (Drain all except for Chili Beans) + ¼ Cup Olive Oil + ¼ Cup Chili Powder + 2 TBS Ground Cumin + 2 TBS Ground Coriander + ½ Cup Dijon Mustard + ¼ Cup Chopped Fresh Dill + 1/2 Bunch chopped Cilantro + Kosher Salt To Taste DIRECTIONS In large stock pot heat olive oil and then toss in onions and peppers. Sauté until just tender, about five minutes over medium heat. Do not allow them to brown. Add Turkey Meat and Sausage and sauté until cooked through. Add dry spices and mustard. Continue to cook meat until it has turned the color of the chili powder. Add tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes. Add beans and cook over low heat for about an hour. Stir every once and a while so the beans don’t burn to the bottom of the pot. Add fresh herbs before serving and salt and pepper to taste. Serve with Sour Cream and Cheddar Cheese if desired. I serve it over white or yellow rice for an even heartier meal. This recipe of Mitchili will easily serve a nice crowd – perhaps 8-10 people. 16

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s e c u r i n g yo u r paperless finances GOING PAPERLESS THREE STEPS TO TAKE FOR SECURITY IN A PAPERLESS FINANCIAL WORLD We have all been enticed by our financial institutions and others to “go green” for the environment by going paperless and signing up to receive statements, bills and other documents electronically. While the suggestion is presented as an opportunity to behave in an environmentally friendly manner, it is as much about saving money for our financial institutions as is it about saving trees. Nevertheless, going paperless does

tip 2 Do the research to understand the steps

make financial management and record keeping much more

you need to take on your end to thwart identity

convenient for many of us, and it’s rapidly becoming the norm.

theft. Most people depend on banks and credit card companies to monitor and report suspicious

+ For example, do you ever wonder why you don’t receive

activity, but identity thieves know how to access

Social Security statements any longer? If you set up an

other personal information from social media,

online account at ssa.gov, the administration stops sending

mobile devices and the dark web to steal your tax

you paper statements. If you haven’t joined up online, you’ll

refunds and health insurance benefits, to name a

only recieve them every couple of years.

few. Your financial institution websites also often

+ If you’re still not quite comfortable giving up your paper documents, you are not alone.

provide good information to help you understand and take action against identity theft, so look for

+ Despite the hype by companies and even the conve-

that when you go to look at their privacy policies.

nience to us, a larger percentage of us than you might think

Other information resources include the credit

still choose to receive paper financial documents, including

bureaus and the Federal Trade Commission web-

statements. Many government and business entities are

site, consumer.ftc.gov. The latter provides a wide

considering charging for the paper option, but that is con-

variety of information, from preventing identity

troversial, because not everyone has access to the internet,

theft to addressing it once it has occurred. They

technology and skills to access information online.

also list trending scams that have been reported and provide tips for avoiding being scammed.

Whether you’ve already taken the plunge to conduct your financial business electronically, or if you’re still on the fence,

tip 3 Don’t forget to educate and protect your chil-

here are some tips to help you be sure you’ve taken the appro-

dren and the elderly. Our more vulnerable family

priate steps to create a secure environment for yourself:

and friends are more exposed than ever before in the digital economy. It’s critical to learn how to talk

tip 1 Actually, READ the privacy policies of the various finan-

to both our kids and our elderly friends and relatives

cial institutions you use. As dry as this may sound, you’ll get

about protecting their information. The Children’s

a good idea of the issues they address and the tools they use

Online Privacy Protection Act, or COPPA, is also in

to protect your information. You’ll also get a good idea of what

place to provide control over the personal informa-

they don’t do, like guarantee your privacy, so you’ll have a bet-

tion companies collect online from kids under 13.

ter understanding of the risks and know more about what you

The FTC website is also an excellent resource for

need to do to protect yourself.

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“GEORGIA AQUARIUM IS A GLOBAL LEADER IN CONSERVATION AND RESEARCH WITH STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS INVOLVED IN INITIATIVES AROUND OUR WORLD.”

BEING LAND LOCKED AS WE ARE HERE IN ATLANTA

ones that she would like everyone to know about are the South

EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT GEORGIA AQUARIUM. It is

African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds, the Coral

hard to forget that there are so many incredible exhibits and

Restoration Project and the Shark Conservation Fund. It is key stra-

habitats that contain literally thousands of ocean species

tegic partnerships such as these that make Georgia Aquarium a

living right in the heart of our great city. What most peo-

global leader in research and conservation.

ple don’t know is that Georgia Aquarium is a global leader

The South African Foundation for the Conservation of Costal Birds

in conservation and research with staff and volunteers

and Georgia Aquarium partnered to do the first ever assessment

involved in initiatives around our world.

of African Penguins. A fan favorite at Georgia Aquarium, African

Katelyn Herman, a member of the research and conversa-

Penguins are considered to be an endangered species. This study

tion team at Georgia Aquarium, laughed when she told me

and their ongoing work allows for a greater understanding of the

that she first became intrigued by the oceans after watch-

health and environmental issues facing the penguin population and

ing Free Willy when she was only 6 years old. Many years

how best to prepare for their future.

later, after focusing her studies on marine conservation and

As our global assault on coral reefs continues, Georgia Aquarium

policy, Katelyn began working at Georgia Aquarium. Three

and the Coral Restoration Fund are rising to meet the challenges

of her top conservation projects at the aquarium and the

of this crisis ensuring the future of these incredible ecosystems.

CONTINUED >

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GEORGIA AQUARIUM’S GLOBAL OUTREACH (CONTINUED)

“THESE ARE EXCITING GLOBAL PROJECTS THAT ARE HAPPENING IN OUR OWN BACK YARD.”

This initiative is currently working to grow coral pieces in an under-

species of rays and sharks that are known to live in our oceans. Every

water nursery in the Florida Keys. This project, among others at

shark from the most common Spotted Blue Ray to the little-known

the aquarium, continues to rescue, grow, and transplant healthy and

Chimaera or Ghost Shark is being studied so that we can make the

strong new coral where it is needed.

best decisions on conservation for the entire planet’s population.

Stefan Sinco, a midtown native, has been volunteering with Georgia

These are exciting global projects that are happening in our own

Aquarium for three years. Another lover of the coral restoration proj-

back yard. Georgia Aquarium has some pretty fun ways of support-

ect, Stefan enjoys working to help keep the rescue corals clean by

ing these efforts on a local level through engaging activities such

volunteering in the water quality lab. Stefan’s favorite thing to do is to

as Science on Tap, a cocktail party with a science themed lecture

watch with banded archerfish at feeding time. “They spray a stream of

and, Aqua Vino, an incredible evening partnering delicious wines

water from their mouths, knocking their prey off their perch and into

with local cuisine. It’s time to do our part and learn more about what

the water,” said Stefan, “and then it’s a mad scramble to eat the meal.”

we can be do to protect our oceans and their beautiful inhabitants.

The sharks are coming to Georgia Aquarium late this fall and with

Georgia Aquarium is leading the way around the world and each

that more research and study into the least understood creatures of

of us can do our part to help by having some fun here at home and

the oceans. The Shark Conservation Fund and Georgia Aquarium are

supporting their work globally.

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A CITY FULL OF ARTISTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

MUSIC IN MIDTOWN

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ARTICLE SUE BALDANI | PHOTOGRAPHY THERY JEAN

IAN SCHUMACHER SAYS HE WAS BORN INTO

“The Beltline has really opened a lot of spots for

MUSIC. With his father being a jazz musician and

people to play,” says Ian. “From places like Aisle 5 to

his mother a singer and actress, he’s a combination

the Tin Roof Cantina, to Believe, District and Ravine.”

of nature and nurture. And, he’s continuing the tradi-

His band, named My Friend Ian’s Band, has head-

tion in his own family; his son is currently attending

lined Oyster Fest and has played benefits for neuro-

Berklee College of Music.

fibromatosis research at Cupid’s Underground. The

Ian’s immersed in the Atlanta music scene and

name of the band came about almost as a joke at first.

performs in many local venues, such as the New

“Well, Shumacher isn’t the easiest to spell, and

Realm Brewing Company and the Tin Rood Cantina.

when we were first starting out, everybody would

He not only sings and plays multiple instruments,

say ‘I’m playing a gig with my friend Ian’s band.’

including the guitar, drums, kazoo, and harmonica,

Eventually it stuck.”

but his talents range from electronic music, to rock and roll, to house music.

One of his points of pride is a song competition that he created called the Tin Roof Cantina CONTINUED >

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Acoustic Showdown that has been going on for 8 years now. It’s a 2-month series held three times per year where over 100 local original musicians come in, share their songs, and compete for a chance to win a prize package valued at over $18,000 dollars. And it’s all put together with local businesses and sponsors. “If you win, you get a prize package that does a great job in jump-starting your career. It’s magnificent – we pack 500 to 600 people in at a time. It’ a great celebration of Atlanta and what we have going on.” Ian also serves of the board of Georgia Music Partners, which is an advocacy organization that’s trying to elevate and support the music industry in Atlanta. “The music scene in Atlanta has grown so much and is so prominent,” says Ian. “Here in Atlanta, we hustle hard, but we hustle with hospitality. So, it’s not about a competition, but about lifting up and elevating all of us so that way we all win as a team.” 28

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T H I N K O U T S I D E T H E S C A L E . T R Y TA K I N G N O T E OF HOW YOUR FOOD MAKES YOU FEEL AFTER Y O U E AT I T. I T ’ S E A S I E R T O M A K E H E A LT H Y CHOICES WHEN YOU CAN FEEL THE DIFFERENCE!

nutrition MINDFUL EATING MEANS KNOWING WHAT IS IN YOUR FOOD, HOW IT IS AFFECTING YOUR BODY AND TAKING THE TIME TO FULLY APPRECIATE THE NUTRIENTS AND FLAVORS YOU ARE TAKING IN. Whether or not you are trying to lose, gain or maintain weight, reading labels and understanding nutrition facts will help you make better choices for your body and ultimately feel better in your day-to-day.

PROTEINS Protein makes you feel full longer. If you eat a meal with little protein, you’ll feel hungry again pretty quickly, and it can be discouraging. But you don’t have to eat a huge steak to get enough protein. You can find it in cheese, nuts, seeds, spinach, eggs, avocados, broccoli, hummus, lentils—the list goes on and on! Mindful eating means taking note of how hungry you feel and eating enough protein to satisfy that hunger in a way that will last.

C A R B O H Y D R AT E S Carbohydrates are not your enemy. But, it is important to pay attention to how you feel when you eat them. If you eat a lot of carbs in one sitting, it can cause your blood sugar to spike, and when it drops back down, you can feel lethargic and maybe even irritable. By spreading your carbohydrate intake throughout your day and always pairing it with a protein, you can help your body regulate your blood sugar more effectively and feel more alert all day long.

F AT S Fats also help slow carbohydrates down so they don’t instantly turn into sugar in your bloodstream. Fats are important for energy, and it’s especially important to eat the right kinds of fats for your brain. For better concentration and memory, try to incorporate foods like salmon, avocados, nuts, seeds and olive oil. CONTINUED >

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED) While nutritionists can recommend average nutrient intake percentages for a population, those might not be entirely accurate for your body and what you need. If you don’t enjoy calculating and counting

read

labels

every single gram you eat, you can just start with the recommended guidelines and make adjustments based on how you feel each day. If you are groggy and sluggish mid-day, look at how many carbohydrates you had in your lunch and see if you want to change anything about your lunch tomorrow. Here’s how to read nutrition labels so you can better keep track and know what you are eating.

Serving sizes can be confusing if you don’t know what an ounce of that food looks like. Look at “Servings Per

The number of calories per

Container” and divide that

serving doesn’t mean that’s

container into however many

how many calories you should

portions it says. Now you know

eat at a time. It’s just telling you

that the nutrition facts on the

how many are in that particular

label will be accurate for every portion you separated out.

food. If you are eating a package of nuts as a snack, and you are not eating anything else with it, you may need a couple of packages to eat as many calories as you want for that snack. It’s not wrong to eat multiple servings! Focus on what your body needs.

You need a variety of vitamins in your day, so check the percentages and make sure you are getting lots of different nutrients. Vitamin C is great, but it is possible to have too much Vitamin C and neglect Vitamin A. Calcium and iron are important for strength and to avoid injuries, so make sure you get enough of those each day as well. An easy trick is to try eating a vegetable of every color each day.

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Carbohydrates are broken down by dietary fiber and sugar. To feel fuller longer and to have a clear mind and avoid getting foggy, choose carbohydrates, such as wild rice, that have more dietary fiber and less sugar.

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Piedmont Park

street market with over 250 vendors.

An Atlanta staple for more than

Also features a parade, various bands

80 years, every kind of art imagin-

and musical entertainment, dance

able with a nationally renowned-ju-

performances by local professional

SPRING WINE FESTIVAL

ried Fine Artist Market that includes

dance groups, Kids Zone and a large

sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry,

selection of food vendors.

craft beer, vendors, and a kids’ zone.

photography and more. In addition to

Historic 4th Ward Park

Over 50+ different wines to taste,

the fine art for adults and art collec-

beer

tors, there is a Kids Village with inflat-

event. Unbreakable, acrylic souve-

ables, arts & crafts and face painting.

nir tasting glass Live Music and DJ

Live music and food.

and

cider.

Food

sold

Qtip. 21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets.

11-12

18 GRILLED CHEESE FESTIVAL Atlantic Station

EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Celebrate National Grilled Cheese

Callanwolde

Day

Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt

restaurants from all over Atlanta

features thousands of candy-filled

serving bites of melty, cheesy

eggs and a chance to meet the Easter

goodness. Try a few, or try them all

We are always accepting submissions

Bunny. There will be a face painter,

and cast your vote for Best Grilled

for events you'd like to see included

family friendly crafts provided by

Cheese in Atlanta. live music, and

in our Calendar section. Submissions

The Home Depot, and a kids’ dance

access to Adult Game Zone and

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

floor. Cinnaholic will have incredible

Bloody Mary Garden.

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