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MAY 2019 PUBLISHER

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Salute to the Women of Midtown EVERY YEAR WHEN MAY MAKES ITS WELCOMED RETURN TO OUR CALEN-

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DARS, WE CAN’T HELP BUT SING THE LINE FROM THE TEMPTATIONS’ “MY GIRL” THAT GOES, “WHEN IT’S COLD OUTSIDE, I’VE GOT THE MONTH OF MAY.” This month brings with it an abundance of joy—bright blue skies, a rainbow of flowers and, of course, the celebration of women. In this issue, we highlight some wonderful women in our community. We are grateful they have shared their stories and their journeys with us. The following pages are filled with words to inspire us all to appreciate the women in our lives and to strengthen the connection we have with our mothers, sisters, friends and daughters.

The Women’s issue serves to recognize the powerful role women have in our community and beyond. (And don’t worry, gentlemen; you’ll have your moment— stay tuned.)

Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “A woman is like a tea bag. You can’t tell how strong

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

she is until you put her in hot water.” For those times you find yourself in hot water,

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we’ve asked local experts for their best advice for playing it cool. And for those busy

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

mornings when you’re running late but still need to look polished, we’ve formulated the perfect beauty routine to get you out the door—stat!

So, to the women of Midtown—may you find a quiet moment (or two) to enjoy this issue we’ve lovingly dedicated to you.

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2019

FEATURES 17 Morningside Business Blooms 20 Women of Midtown 26 Patio Gardens Enjoy the Beauty and Peace of the Outdoors with Your Own Private Patio Garden

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30 Bronze Lens 10-Year Celebration

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

12 DIY 17

Local Limelight

26 Renovate & Refine 30 Local’s Choice 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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GOOD TIMES

Atlanta Brunch Festival Atlantic Station hosted a Brunch Festival with more than 40 of our favorite restaurants serving up brunch bites along with bloody marys and mimosas. Guests were entertained by a DJ and live music.

For the Love of Paws Angels Among Us Pet Rescue held its annual gala at the Intercontinental Buckhead. It was an incredible evening of dinner, dancing and a live and silent auction. This year's fundraising event was a celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the rescue and the Happily Ever After mission, where more than 15,000 pets have found homes.

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Odyssey Brunch The Odyssey Brunch was recently held at the St. Regis. The brunch is Odyssey’s premier fundraising event of the year. Odyssey, a summer program with a proven track record, works with motivated public school students to help improve their school performance and instill a love for lifelong learning. The program takes place on the campus of the Westminster Schools.

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AROUND TOWN for exceptional building design. Both projects, Interface headquarters and lilli Midtown luxury apartments, reinvented neglected street corners in creative ways that allow for interaction with the public realm.

“They are exceptional for the way they meet the street and engage their surroundings. Notably, neither one added a single new parking space.

Instead, they embrace walkability and access to transit as major assets,” said Ginny Kennedy, Midtown Alliance director of urban planning.

NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE EXPANDS ITS IMMUNOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR PATIENTS Northside Hospital Cancer Institute Immunotherapy Program now offers T-cell immunotherapy for the treatment of adult acute lymphoid leukemia and certain types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Kymriah® CAR T-cell therapy is made from a patient’s own white blood cells.

“We’re targeting CAR T-cell therapy now to patients who have failed multiple rounds of conventional therapy,” said Scott Solomon, medical director of Northside’s Blood and Marrow Transplant Group.

“These patients historically have had very poor out-

MARIST SCHOOL OUTSTANDING YOUNG ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENT: GREG BENOIT ’02 Greg Benoit ’02 is the CEO of QGenda, a

comes and certainly no chances of a cure. Now many of them are alive months or years after therapy.”

healthcare software company in Atlanta with more than 300 employees specializing in automated workforce management, currently serving more than 200,000 clinicians in more than 4,000 hospitals. The Outstanding Young Alumni Award recognizes an individual who has graduated no more than 20 years ago whose achievements in career and/or service to the community have demonstrated excellence.

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WHEN YOUR DAY IS FULL OF PLACES TO GO AND PEOPLE TO SEE, IT CAN FEEL NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND TIME TO INCORPORATE A BEAUTY ROUTINE INTO YOUR BUSY MORNING. So when you’re fighting time but still want to throw on a little something on top of your standard morning moisturizer, follow these easy steps for a quick go-to morning routine that will keep you glowing all day.

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GET THE LOOK: 1

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5 -minute basics

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+ Step 1: A tinted moisturizer or BB cream is great for quick, sheer coverage that evens out your skintone. If you need a little more coverage, use a foundation stick for spot coverage. + Step 2: Add a little color by pressing cream blush on the apples of your cheeks. We love Glossier’s Cloud Paint, which is seamless, sheer and beautiful, giving you a healthy, flushed glow. + Step 3: Lightly apply a powder highlighter to the high points of your cheek-

1. Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick, $46, Nordstrom.com

bones, and directly above and below the arch of your eyebrows for an instant lift.

2. Glossier Cloud Paint, $18, Glossier.com

+ Step 4: Finish it off by defining your lashes with 1-2 coats of mascara.

3. Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector, $38, BeccaCosmetics.com

+ Bonus: Once you’ve gotten it down with time to spare, apply a shimmer

4. Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, $9.99, LorealParisUSA.com

cream shadow to the inner corners of your eyes and add a lightly tinted lip oil for a high shine.

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10 -minute glow-up + Step 1: The first step to glowing skin starts with an essential: skincare. For

+ Step 4: Apply a blush + highlighter duo

smooth skin, start with an exfoliator to buff away dead skin and follow up with a

to your cheekbones.

moisturizer to create a smooth surface to work with. + Step 5: Apply a light shimmer eye+ Step 2: To create a subtle glow before even reaching for your highlighter,

shadow to the inner corners of your eyes and

prime your face with an oil or illuminating balm after moisturizing for a natu-

directly below the arch of your brow.

ral-looking radiance. + Step 6: Complete the look with a high-

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+ Step 3: Apply tinted moisturizer, BB cream or foundation as desired.

shine lip gloss. If you’re looking for extra

Tip: For a dewier look, blend your foundation out with a damp Beautyblender.

glow, apply highlighter to your cupid’s bow.

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Morningside Business

Blooms

NATURAL BODY SPA WILL BE CELEBRATING ITS 30TH

When Celia joined the business, a great team was

ANNIVERSARY IN MAY. CEO Cici Coffee founded Natural

formed. Originally from St. Augustine, Florida, she

Body Spa in 1989, Celia Tully joined her as partner and mar-

moved to Atlanta in 1990. With a bachelor’s degree

keting officer in 2000. They now have 11 locations—nine of

in health promotion and exercise physiology as well

which are in Atlanta—and more than 300 employees.

as a master’s in healthcare administration, she was

The two women met back in 1997 when Celia approached Natural Body about being part of an alterna-

a perfect fit. After years of working for hospitals, she welcomed the opportunity to get back to her roots.

tive medicine practitioners' network she was developing.

Becoming a partner in the spa “allowed me to come

Between business meetings and running into each other

full circle back to what I was passionate about from

socially, they got to know each other well.

the outset, which is preventative health care and well-

CiCi, who was born in Atlanta, was a natural foods bro-

ness,” Celia says.

ker in the late '80s. Selling natural health and beauty aids

Celia is also passionate about culinary arts and has

was her first introduction to products made without syn-

served on the boards of the Atlanta Chapter of the

thetic ingredients or harsh preservatives and not tested

American Institute of Food and Wine, as well as Earth

on animals. When she noticed a trend toward these types

Share of Georgia, an environmental nonprofit. She loves

of products, she founded a small store in the Morningside

to travel so she can experience the cuisines of other cul-

area of Atlanta. CiCi carved out a niche selling these prod-

tures and countries.

ucts strictly on a retail basis, and very quickly customers

Today, CiCi and Celia live about three miles from

started asking for instructions on how to use them at

Midtown. Both women serve on the board of the Green

home. This was the evolution of Natural Body Spa.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CON TI N U ED)

“Licensed massage therapists, licensed aestheticians and licensed nail technicians perform these services, and many have been on staff for years.”

Spa Network, an international spa trade association in

aestheticians and a master injector. The center is also

which CiCi was a founding board member. This group is

overseen by a medical director.

dedicated to bringing sustainability to the spa industry.

Skin ReMEDI offers injectables like Juvederm,

Natural Body Spa offers services such as microderm-

Restylane, Botox and Dysport, as well as laser skin

abrasion, HydraFacials, massages, natural nails and

resurfacing, laser hair removal, body contouring and

waxing. They also carry a wide range of retail products

something fairly new called microneedling facials. In this

for both women and men like soaps, lotions, hair care

procedure, very fine penetrations of the skin are done

products, bath salts, candles and a variety of CBD

to stimulate and restore collagen. Additional products

products. Licensed massage therapists, licensed aes-

may be incorporated which are driven deep into skin to

theticians and licensed nail technicians perform these

hydrate and plump.

services, and many have been on staff for years.

The Natural Body Spa and Skin ReMEDI centers

In addition to their spas, they have branched out with

are well thought out and comfortable. CiCi has an

a new enterprise called Skin ReMEDI, which came into

artistic flair and designed all of the spa locations. As

being at the end of 2017. The first center is two doors down

soon as clients walk in the door, they are enveloped in

from their flagship Natural Body Spa in Morningside, and

natural pleasing scents from aromatherapy oils. The

the second opened in Alpharetta this past fall.

decor has soothing colors and is low-key. The natural

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wood gives a somewhat rustic feel that is appealing to both men and women.

“It’s a very pretty, relaxed environment; we are not rushing people in and out,” Celia says.

“It’s a very pretty, relaxed environment; we are not rushing people in and out,” Celia says.

Cici

Celia

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WOMEN OF

ARTICLE KATE RILEY | PHOTOGRAPHY THERY JEAN

Ashley Tibbits

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“I was raised most of my life by a single mother who over the years has shown me what a strong, motivated woman looks like.”

Thomas Eye Group

Thomas Eye Group

DUAL PRACTICE MANAGER, THOMAS EYE GROUP Ashley says see likes to stay behind the scenes, but her role as

ophthalmic assistant and eventually board-certified optician. While

a dual practice manager for Thomas Eye Group has put her at the

still at the Newnan office, the practice manager was retiring, and

forefront of most aspects of managing two successful locations.

he encouraged Ashley to apply for the position. In 2016 she took on

Growing up in a military family, Ashley moved often but has always considered her home to be Newnan, Georgia.

“I was raised most of my life by a single mother who over the years has shown me what a strong, motivated woman looks like,” she says.

That would serve to build Ashley’s ambition for achievement. She started a family early and without a formal college education, many

that role and assisted the company with its move to a new Newnan location. In 2018, she added the role of practice manager of the Midtown location to her growing responsibilities. She now manages both locations.

Ashley says what she loves most about her role at Thomas is being a part of the care of our patients.

thought she would never succeed. She turned that doubt into her

“When you have a small part in giving someone the ability

determination and set out to prove them wrong. She enrolled in a

to have a better quality of life through their sight, it is truly a

dental school and became a certified dental assistant. She was just

gratifying feeling.”

getting started.

After several disappointments and challenges, she persevered and found her way into Thomas Eye Group as a medical assistant scribe in April 2009. She had no experience in ophthalmology.

Ashley describes herself as driven and ambitious but quiet. She is a supporter and a giver. Maybe this comes from being a young mother of two daughters and having her mother as a role model.

Outside of the office, Ashley enjoys spending time with her hus-

“I was determined to learn everything I could,” she says.

band, Danny; their children, Hope and Kaylee; and her step-children,

And that is exactly what she did. Ashley would then move

Taylor and Carson. She and Danny build farm tables and porch

through various roles within the company—contact lens technician,

swings in their free time.

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WOMEN OF MIDTOWN

(CON TI N U ED)

Dr. Sumayah Taliaferro DERMATOLOGIST/FOUNDER, ATLANTA DERMATOLOGY AND AESTHETICS Dr. Sumayah Taliaferro is an Atlanta native.

She grew up with a nurturing mother who was a teacher for 30 years and surrounded by a loving family of grandparents, aunts and uncles. She gives credit to the high expectations of her teachers with helping her become who she is today. As a child, she developed a love of dance and spent many nights and weekends in dance classes.

“I believe that through dance, I developed part of the discipline and confidence to succeed in many endeavors, including medicine,” she says.

Dr. Taliaferro had a love of science early on and was accepted into a special math and science program at Philips Academy, one of the oldest boarding schools in the country, in Andover, Massachusetts. There she spent three summers while in high school.

This experience strengthened her passion for science. for

and cosmetic dermatology. In addition to

Science

providing treatment and surveillance of skin

Competition, I knew that I had what it takes

cancer, the practice is known for providing

to become a physician or research scientist,”

innovative and thoughtful solutions for severe

she says. “Later, I chose a career in dermatol-

acne, aging skin, alopecia and pigmentary

ogy because it combines my love of art and

disorders. They also offer their patients a

medicine. In dermatology, I enjoy the ability

wide range of cosmetic procedures.

“After the

becoming

national

a

semifinalist

Westinghouse

to blend science with an artful approach to enhance or achieve beautiful skin.”

“My team and I seek to provide a high level of service and personalized care,” she says.

Dr. Taliaferro attended the Alpert Medical

Dr. Taliaferro still has a love of dance

School at Brown University. She then trained

and continues to take dance classes.

at Yale and completed her residency in der-

When not serving her patients she enjoys

matology at Howard University.

reading, writing, supporting the arts com-

Dr. T., as she is loving now called, opened

munity in Atlanta, serving at church and

Atlanta Dermatology and Aesthetics in 2015

participating in activities with the Links,

to provide comprehensive care in medical

Inc. and her sorority.”

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“I believe that through dance, I developed part of the discipline and confidence to succeed in many endeavors, including medicine.�

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RENOVATE & REFINE

Patio Gardens

J5 patio

ENJOY THE BEAUTY AND PEACE OF THE OUTDOORS WITH YOUR OWN PRIVATE PATIO GARDEN

HOMES WITH OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS ARE IN

“J5’s entire building design is centered around

HIGH DEMAND, ESPECIALLY IN CITIES WHERE

outdoor living for the homeowners,” says Pauline

SPACE IS AT A PREMIUM. This is where patios can

Miller, founder of Brightstar | Compass, which is

make a big difference by adding useful, livable space

handling the sales of J5.

for entertaining or just relaxing.

Many new builds take this into account, such as the J5 condo development in Midtown.

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These condos have oversized terraces ranging in size from 100 square feet to 400 square feet, which provide plenty of space for furniture and gardens.

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“Evenings are a great time to spend on your patio, especially once the weather gets hot.” bring color and style to this private outdoor space.

However, knowing the right elements to use is key.

Matthew Klyn is a landscape designer and owner of Garden, a boutique landscape and garden design firm. He is well-known for his designs in and beyond Atlanta and designs beautiful and interesting garden patios of all shapes and sizes.

When planning a patio garden, he stresses that many variables have to be taken into account. The right amounts of sun and water are paramount for maintaining a healthy and vibrant garden, and choosing the right plantings is essential. Since you want the garden to look good year-round, he recommends staying away from annuals and most blooming flowers. These take a lot of work and need to be replaced continually. It’s fine to have some, but he prefers to add colors with textures and containers.

“Lighting is also critical since you don’t just want to enjoy your garden during the day,” Matt says.

Evenings are a great time to spend on your patio, especially once the weather gets hot. To enjoy the cooler temperatures and great city views, make sure you have the right illumination.

Gardening is in Matt’s blood. His grandfather “We are finding our home buyers are coming

owned 600 acres of nursery land in Ohio and had

from other condos where terraces and green space

more than 1,600 varieties of plants. As a kid grow-

is not available or limited. These terraces and green

ing up in a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired house (an

spaces also appeal to homebuyers that are leaving

understudy of Wright’s actually built the house),

single-family homes who want the ability to spend

Matt created an appealing landscape for the front of

time in the garden and have the opportunity to ‘play

the house. When he was finished, he knew he had

in the dirt’ during the many beautiful seasons in

discovered his calling.

Atlanta,” Pauline says.

To learn more about Matt Klyn and Garden, visit

Incorporating natural, living elements can create an oasis away from the fast pace of city life and

GardenATL.com. For more information about the J5 condos, visit OwnJ5.com.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

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Matt’s Tips: 1 2

ers like fiber clay or fiber stone instead of ceramic, terra cotta

right amount of watering is crucial. Adding moist poly3 The mer to the soil helps hold water and prevents overwatering.

or concrete. The latter may last longer, but they also add a

To keep things simple, have watering systems with auto-

lot of weight. Cover the base of the planters with gravel for

mated timers. Built-in planters with irrigation are already

drainage, use packing peanuts for fill and then add soil.

integrated into the design of the patios in the J5 building to

Know the weight allowance of the patio. Use lighter contain-

ensure the sustainability of gardens.

The sun dictates everything. When thinking about a patio garden, first figure out if it has an eastern or western exposure in order to calculate how much sun it gets. Evergreens and perennials, such as butterhead black pine and Japanese black pine, work great, as well as boxwoods since these can handle even the strongest sun.

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Bronze Lens 10-YEAR CELEBRATION

KATHLEEN BERTRAND, A MULTIFACETED RECORDING ARTIST AND WRITER, IS A NATIVE OF ATLANTA WHO GREW UP IN THE OLD FOURTH WARD. "My greatest influences were my mother, a factory worker whose husband —my dad—died when I was 5 and women at my church who attended Spelman College. They were smart, they were leaders, and they were beautiful and elegant."

Kathleen's performances have ranged from two Olympic Games to performances before two presidents, as well as appearances at jazz festivals worldwide. She toured and recorded as a vocalist with jazz vibraphonist Roy Ayers. She co-founded HIP Atlanta, a nonprofit dedicated to the growth of diverse leadership in Atlanta’s hospitality industry.

It was no surprise to many when she began talking in 2009 about a new film festival to attract people of color to Atlanta’s growing film industry. From a discussion with her thenCEO William Pate, to talks with film enthusiasts and potential film partners, Kathleen began to assemble the team and resources needed to launch what was to become BronzeLens Film Festival,

a

nonprofit

organization. Under

Kathleen’s visionary leadership as executive producer, BronzeLens has grown to receive attention and accolades from across the country and around the world.

"I've always been inspired to reach back, to use whatever position or influence I have had to open doors for others like me," she says. "This is work I did while at the Atlanta Convention and

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Kathleen Bertrand

Visitors Bureau, inspiring others to look at careers in the great field of hospitality. I saw the same opportunity in the world of film in Georgia. I felt that my task was to use BronzeLens to not only be a platform for aspiring filmmakers of color but also to expose others in the community to a plethora of job opportunities in what was at that time the newest industry in Atlanta: the film business."

Kathleen has received numerous awards for her work with BronzeLens. In 2016, she was given the Georgia Highlight Award as part of the annual Georgia Film Gala. In 2018, she received the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from her alma mater, Spelman College, which honored her careers in both hospitality and the film industry. Additionally, in 2018, she was inducted into the Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame, which also honored her dual career.

Her proudest moment to date was when BronzeLens was named as an Academy Award-qualifying film festival.

"Also, in just this last awards season, our best short film made it to the top 10 list of nominees for the Best Short Film Award," she says.

We know there are many more accolades to come!

BronzeLens 2019 will take place Aug. 21–25 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. For more information, visit BronzeLens.com.

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2, 9, 16, 23, 30

live broadcast of the Kentucky Derby on big-screen TVs.

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UNCORKED ATLANTA WINE FESTIVAL

KID FIT STRONG OBSTACLE CHALLANGE

Park Conservancy

Atlanta Botanical Gardens

Stroll different areas of the garden while enjoying a cocktail, listening to the live music and playing games at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. This

Historic Fourth Ward

Enjoy 75-plus varieties of complimentary wine and craft beer

Piedmont Park

event is each Thursday from 6:30–

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9:30 p.m. through October.

Challenge is the nation's largest

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fun wine-themed activities right

mobile fitness event traveling from

off the Atlanta BeltLine and in the

3–5

coast to coast dedicated to keep-

heart of Old Fourth Ward. A por-

ing kids active and healthy. Kids of

tion of event proceeds will benefit

SHAKY KNEES FESTIVAL

all ages participate in a comple-

Releash Atlanta.

tion-based obstacle course designed

Central Park

to challenge speed, strength, agility

Enjoy a great lineup of more than 60

and overall physical fitness. Includes

rock bands ranging from world-re-

a variety of activities for the whole

nowned

family to enjoy including active gam-

acts

to

up-and-coming

artists. There will be a wide variety

ing fun for all ages.

of food trucks to choose from, along with

local

and

Southeast

ven-

dors. VIP and Platinum experience packages are available.

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GRANT PARK SPRING TOUR OF HOMES Grant Park

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Join

LA FÊTE DU ROSÉ

hood. Homes on the tour include

Grant

Park

residents

as

they welcome you to tour their homes throughout the neighbor-

Piedmont Park

Craftsman

La Fête du Rosé is a celebration of

Eastlake-style

all things rosé, including the wines,

beautiful new additions to historic

Champagne and lifestyle. Attendees

homes. The tour benefits the Grant

adorned in their finest pink and

Park Neighborhood Association,

Midtown Crawl

white attire will indulge in wine,

and 100 percent of funds go to

Atlanta's biggest Cinco de Mayo

Champagne, frosé and rosé cocktails

Grant Park neighborhood proj-

party features more than 15 bars and

while enjoying DJs and live music,

ects, supporting schools, public

restaurants. Enjoy a wide variety of

picnic baskets of food curated by the

safety and more.

food, tequila, margaritas, beer and

top chefs and restaurant groups and

comp shots! AtlantaBarTours.com

other fun activities.

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11–12

SHEPHERD CENTER DERBY DAY

CHASTAIN PARK ART FESTIVAL Chastain Park

The Midtown Neighbors’ Association

Grab your fancy hats and seersucker

Named as one of the nation's top

will host its Sixth Annual Midtown

suits. This is the annual Derby

100 arts festivals by Sunshine Artist

Garden Stroll on Sunday, May 19 from

Day fundraising event hosted by

Magazine , the Chastain Park Arts

noon to 5 p.m. This free event takes

the Junior Committee, a group of

Festival will host its ninth annual

place

200 young professionals dedicated

event with more than 185 artists and

Midtown Garden District. The stroll

to raising money and awareness

artisans. Visitors will enjoy fine art and

is a self-guided tour, providing a rare

for Shepherd Center. Enjoy food

crafts, a children’s area, live music, and

opportunity to experience some of

and beverages, a silent auction, live

local food and beverage concessions

Midtown’s most impressive private

music, lawn and casino games and a

including the gourmet food trucks.

gardens. MidtownAtlanta.org

TACOS & TEQUILA MIDTOWN BLOCK PARTY

Chastain Horse Park

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18–19

Midtown Lifestyle | May 2019

bungalows,

stunning

Victorians

and

19 ANNUAL MIDTOWN GARDEN STROLL

Historic Midtown Garden District

throughout

the

Historic

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