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Hey Y’all, It is spring and it is beautiful. (Don’t forget to take your allergy medicine.) In this issue we highlight some wonderful hidden gems around our community. It’s the perfect time to get out there and explore. Whether it’s going for a ride on a horse or volunteering, South Fulton does not disappoint. Hope you enjoy our feature on former Brownstone member Nicci Gilbert. Let’s go, South Fulton. We are outside!

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1: The evening was spectacular, the atmosphere was stunning and guests enjoyed the Porsche Experience. 2: Dr. Kim McNair, Founder BWEP 3: Business Women Empowerment Project, Inc. 4: Dr. Lucille O'Neal hosted the event and her charm made the evening flow. 5: BWEP Leadership Academy Fundraiser Reception and KMP 30yrs Anniversary Celebration at Porsche Atlanta 6: The girls of BWEP share their testimony on how the leadership program has impacted them. 7: Myrna White, Assistant General Manager Office of Public Affairs, Hartsfield Jackson Int'l Airport- Corporate Sponsor

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“In My Granny’s Garden” Debuts at Alliance Originally planned for March 2020, live audiences will finally experience an immersive outdoor production for little ones ages newborn to 5 years. Adapted from the picture book of the same name written by Pearl Cleage and Zaron Burnett Jr. with illustrations by Radcliffe Bailey, families will step into a visual feast. “In My Granny’s Garden” will be presented outdoors at the Woodruff Arts Center through April 24. Tickets and information are available at AllianceTheatre.org/ GrannysGarden.

Atlanta Influencer Michelle Taylor Willis Makes Independent Film Debut Michelle Taylor Willis, an award-winning media executive, master strategist, speaker, radio and television host and author, has earned another accolade – actress. Willis will be featured in “Code Noir: Les Adventures du premier Comte de Monte Cristo,” courtesy of Atlanta’s Theatre du Reve, as Marie Cessette-Dumas, a slave and the mother of the main character. Loosely based on the novel, The Black Count by Tom Reiss, it centers on the history of the multicultural French general, Alexandre Dumas, the author of The Count of Monte Cristo.

Firefighters Honored for Quick Efforts to Save Woman Last year, Cheresa Williams-Johnson faced a situation she had never dreamed of. The incident caused her heart to stop, literally.

Thanks to the quick action of three City of South Fulton firefighters, Williams-Johnson lived to tell the story. This Tuesday, she met them again, this time to say thanks. The department also presented Michele Gilyard, Dylan Karr and Mikel Hernandez Tito with the first-ever You Earned Shield Coin and Lifesaver keychain patches.

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MORE THAN JUST THE SPRINGS: THINGS TO DO IN HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS ARTICLE BY PATRICK T. COOPER

Influence, power, discretion, and opulence sprinkled with notorious historical lineage contribute to the heat of Hot Springs, Arkansas, located 45 minutes from Little Rock in Garland County. My stay at Hotel Hot Springs made for an easy commute to breakfast starts at two favorite hotspots for morning vittles, The Pancake Shop and The Best Cafe and Bar.

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HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS Hot Springs Mountain Tower Take your welcome to the city selfie here, 1,256 feet above sea level, with sweeping views to ignite your travel urge. Inhale the panoramic views of the Ouachita Mountains and Hot Springs National Park.

Towering above the city’s world-renown bath houses, Hot Springs Mountain Tower provides a bird’s eye view of the city, 216 feet up. Descend one floor below the tower’s observation deck to learn about the region’s geographical history in the museum.

Fordyce Bathhouse, Hot Springs National Park Service Originally designed by Little Rock architects Mann and Stern, The Fordyce (pronounced “four dice”) opened March 1, 1915. This now historic landmark and national park is approximately 28,000 square feet and the largest bathhouse on the Row. Exquisite construction and the finest material made this building extravagant and groundbreaking for its time.

Today, the building still exudes royal finishes and the finest details that can’t be replicated. Now, the Hot Springs National Park visitors can transform into a cosmopolitan sense of style from the Edwardian era where hydrotherapy was believed to be paramount in the power of healing the human body.

Superior Bathhouse Brewery This is the only thermal spring water brewery in the world! Where there is a will, there is a way, and what a way to reimagine a building that stayed vacant for over 30 years? A crazy idea became a reality by reformed tuba player and owner Rose Schweikhart, a former student at The Royal Northern College of Music—one can say this female-owned and -operated business can toot its own horn.

Hours of hard work aligned with a phenomenal business plan birthed the city’s first brewery. From modifications and manufacturing a persuasive plan to gather the support of the federal government, the Superior Bathhouse was reborn.

501 Prime A former vagrant-infested tile store, 501 Prime is now a beacon of hope and celebration of African American culture in what was once deemed the Black Broadway of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visionary Restaurateur and Executive Chef Matt Fuller is resuscitating Malvern Road, which once served as the epicenter of Black excellence of African American culture. 501 Prime isn’t just one of the hottest spots in the landscape of Hot Springs, it’s also where Fuller is leading the charge in gentrification through the stomachs of travelers and local citizens.

Serving an assortment of meats that are delicious enough to comatose or contribute to a full-bellied sleepiness at first bite, Fuller has plans of expanding his cuisine culture, experience, and movement. Strongly influenced by the teachings of his mother, Fuller empowers change in Hot Springs with empathy and a passion for restoration. In an homage to his mother, Fuller looks at 501 Prime and his businesses as his home where everyone is entitled to personable, inviting dining experiences.

Quapaw Baths & Spa Established in 1922 and named after a Native American tribe, this facility’s pristine design elements inspire awe. Start your resort experience at Quapaw Baths & Spa. Enjoy relaxing mineral bath pools in a variety of water temperatures and experience what makes Hot Springs phenomenal. The warm waters soothe the skin and relax the mind. From the 1800s until World War II, hydrotherapy was believed to be an excellent tool in combatting rheumatism and arthritis. The therapeutic and healing properties of these warm waters garnered travelers from around the globe seeking cures for numerous diseases.

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C U LT U R E W I R E L E S S CONNECTED TO THE CULTURE ARTICLE BY STEVIE PETERSON Left to Right: William "Bam" Sparks, Jerome Howard, Al Adjahoe, & Vernell Woods

In 1999, the hit movie, “The Wood,” starring Omar Epps, Taye Diggs, and Richard Jones as a group of friends who reminisce about their friendship, was all the rave. It was a great story of Black males who were true friends. Fast forward to 2022; the City of South Fulton has a true friendship story of its own, starring William Sparks, Vernell Woods, Al Adajahoe, and Jerome Howard, a vastly talented group of friends collectively known as Culture Wireless.

As we enter the third year of the pandemic, the dependency on technology continues to grow, as many have chosen to continue to work from home and students have a dependency on wireless connections to complete their studies.

Culture Wireless and their partnership with AT&T is ensuring the opportunity to connect is one that is affordable. On January 15, potential customers who receive benefits from SSI, SNAP, Medicaid, Section 8, and Pell Grants were able to sign up to enroll for wireless service for only $20 a month.

Earlier this month, SoFu Lifestyle met with Culture Wireless’ President Vernell Woods and Marketing Director William Sparks, who shared their passion for the company and future plans.

THE BRIDGE TO CULTURE WIRELESS William puts the “Bam” in marketing. He is constantly working to garner partnerships with HBCUs to offer affordable wireless connections to matriculating students. Georgia is home to 10 fabulous sources of higher learning and there are thousands of students whose budgets would appreciate unlimited wireless service through Culture Wireless.

He also promotes the opportunity to connect using Culture Wireless during volunteer efforts and networking events where the group takes time to give back. At each volunteer event, the group gives them the visibility and highlights Culture Wireless as a company that truly understands the culture of the customers they serve.

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“It’s more important that people know we believe that culture and diversity come from the inside, so we are focused on more doing and less talking.”

PEOPLE ARE TALKING People are definitely talking, some through Moolah Mobile backed by none other than Atlanta’s own artist T. I. Moolah Mobile is a cellphone company owned by Vernell Woods, president of Culture Wireless. Moolah Mobile and Culture Wireless have an interesting partnership in that Moolah Mobile was the first to offer free wireless service to underserved communities and Culture Wireless ensures those communities have internet connection at an affordable rate.

Moolah Mobile users know there is no longer a need to be a popular social media influencer to earn money. Woods created an app that deposits money into a “Moolah Wallet” each time an ad of one of 4,000 retailers is played, and who doesn’t want more moolah?

WHAT’S NEXT? The founders of Culture Wireless are currently working to lay their own fiber, which is part of their vision for “Smart Cities” that boast an increased populate where services are improved through the use of technology. The company will expand services to neighboring southern states, because they truly believe “everyone should have access to affordable quality internet.”

THE NEXT BIG THING Culture Wireless IS the next big thing! This IS the time to jump onboard. The four founders have positioned themselves and the company for an amazing future, one connection at a time. Why pay more when you can get connected affordably?

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Nicci Gilbert was first introduced to many of us as the lead vocalist of Brownstone, the hugely popular female group with hits like “Grapevyne,” “If You Love Me,” and the soulful remake of the Eagles’ “I Can’t Tell You Why.” You may have also seen her acting in television shows like “Living Single,” and “Martin.” Now, you can find her in the City of South Fulton. Locating to the City of South Fulton is where Gilbert finds her oasis. She enjoys being in the company of her own community and putting in the work to build “home” first.

Gilbert is multitalented with a plethora of ideas, and she firmly believes everything starts “pen to pad.” With this in mind, she has been in constant creation mode for the past decade.

2010 Gilbert wrote and directed the musical stage play, “Soul Kittens Cabaret,” which featured Faith Evans, Monifah, Syleena Johnson, and Fantasia. Gilbert shared the story with LionsGate but was turned away. However, years later an eerily similar “P’ Valley” began airing on Starz. *Gilbert is currently in litigation regarding the forty seven similarities between her play and the show’s characters and storyline.

2012 Gilbert becomes executive producer of TV One’s “R&B Divas,” a show she initially created in 2006. By the time Gilbert pitched the show to the network, she had already filmed and edited three episodes. Though many of TV One viewers enjoyed the semi-reality show, it soon began to stray from the vision Gilbert wanted for the show. After three seasons, she chose to walk away and launch other endeavors.

2016 Gilbert partnered with Queen Latifah to film “From the Bottom Up,” a television series on BET Her about celebrities trying to make a comeback after hitting rough times. The goal of the show is to highlight how someone can find the strength to forge ahead after things get tough. It motivates the viewer to continue to do the work required to get back on their feet. The first episode followed the lives of Sara Stokes and Keke Wyatt who through filming shared their traumatic experiences with mental and physical abuse.

The sharing of Stokes’ story was one that seemed to take on a life of its own. It was something Gilbert couldn’t let go of, and she needed to dig deeper into what was at the core of Stokes’ pain. This was the beginning of “Broken Things,” a documentary which followed Stokes’ struggle to make a comeback and highlighted what may have caused the trauma and mental depression in her life.

Her story was one many Black families hold secret; it was a story that hit close to home because “the secret” was also one that caused Gilbert’s mother years of depression. Realizing how impactful Stokes’ story was, Gilbert realized this [sexual assault] was a charge she had to accept. The story Stokes shared through the documentary was so powerful that it provided a young viewer the strength she needed to come forward, resulting in her predator being arrested.

2018 Gilbert founded From the Bottom Up Foundation to address inequities in opportunities, education, and to raise awareness of critical issues women and girls of color face.

2022 Through W.I.R.F. (Women in Reality Film) media, Gilbert has a podcast,” She Speaks Live Atl,” where she has deep conversations around topics impacting our community, especially mental health. The impact COVID has had on all of us is one we need a village to help support. We have that in this podcast.

The platform will also serve as a resource for Black women content creators to have a platform to share their vision. “We have not been able to tell our stories without interruption,” says Gilbert. This platform will allow content creators the freedom to do what they love: create.

Gilbert has a challenge for the men- especially men of color: When you are in these rooms where content creators have access, invite a Black woman as your guest.

Make sure Black women have the space we need to be our authentic selves while in the room. Ensure “we eat from each other’s plate” and are not solely used for the overt sexualization of our bodies or caricatures to fit a narrative. It’s one thing for a man to tell what he feels should be our stories, it is another thing when we have the luxury of telling our stories with our own unique voice.

W.I.R.F. is poised to be equally as successful as Hello Sunshine, an entertainment startup created by Reese Witherspoon for women. Hello Sunshine sold to Blackstone Group for $900 million. Imagine what a gem W.I.R.F. will be to the City of South Fulton when the untapped talent of Black women is able to thrive without restriction. Imagine the impact of the opportunity W.I.R.F. poses to content creators when they are able to monetize their creativity versus having it stolen by someone else. We are truly in good hands with Gilbert at the realm; her experiences, passion, and drive are things we can all admire.

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What Is Left Unspoken, Love will present contemporary artworks that address the different ways the most important thing in life— love—is expressed. As poet and painter Etel Adnan wrote, love is “not to be described, it is to be lived.” The exhibition will feature nearly seventy works, including paintings, sculpture, photography, video, and media art, by more than thirty-five international artists.

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GOAL SETTING BASICS! ARTICLE BY ERIC WIMBUSH

Clients frequently ask, “How do I set goals and are they realistic and achievable?” That question is complicated and specific to each client or household. Goal setting is the process of determining what future outcomes an individual wants to achieve. It is a function of many things, including existing resources (resources = assets), future resources, current income, future income, household structure, timeline, and many other factors. Seraphim Wealth Advisors (SWAI) likes to approach the goal-setting process from both a bottom-up and back-to-front perspective.

Taking the bottom-up and back-to-front approach means we simultaneously look at the current financial state of a household and combine it with desired outcomes that the client seeks in the future. Goals can be buying a first house, planning for a child’s education, retirement, or anything that the client deems critical.

Identifying resources (both existing and future) is a critical component of the process as it allows our firm to help the client be realistic about whether their goals are attainable given the client’s specific situation.

The critical word in the previous sentence is realistic. Setting goals that are not realistic can be demoralizing for a client. Working, planning, and saving day after day and making little progress toward achieving one’s goals often leads to a feeling of hopelessness and many individuals state that they eventually tune out.

SWAI, like most advisory firms, creates a process for clients that allows them to break their goal achievement process into manageable pieces (short, intermediate, and long term) that the client can use to measure progress and use as a barometer for adjustments as needed.

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This February marked the five-year anniversary of Atlantabased tech-driven sustainable food waste management company, Goodr. The award-winning company celebrated the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new, larger headquarters, which includes a very special benefit for its growing hybrid workforce—free childcare.

Affectionately called Goodr Kids Club, the space is a free daily childcare center for Goodr’s employees whenever they need to work from the office. This drop-in daycare includes interactive games and learning supervised by professional caretakers who are present to assist the children get the most out of each day’s curriculum. A daily schedule and weekly immersion experiences, including foreign language classes, will be provided for children who wish to participate. The center, which was designed for kids

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5 and under, will also provide daily nutritious snacks and meals courtesy of Little Spoons.

The lack of affordable, available quality childcare in America has driven many women out of the workforce during the course of this pandemic and the ongoing problem has prevented many from going back. Goodr is a company founded on creating solutions and the Goodr Kid’s Club childcare center is another example of that mindset.

“We are super excited to be in the position of being able to provide this support for our incredible team,” said Goodr’s Founder and CEO Jasmine Crowe. “As a new mom, I know firsthand how difficult it is to balance work and home life in the best of times, much less during a pandemic. I love that my daughter, Journey, can now join me on days that I work in the office and be in a thriving learning environment.”

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The Omicron Phi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. also known as the South Fulton Alphas raised more than $15,000 for scholarships at its annual Valentine’s Gala at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead. The funds go to the chapter’s Educational Foundation, which awards scholarships for incoming college freshmen. “It was a beautiful night to celebrate love and supporting youths, OPL President Robert Cunningham said. “We’re so grateful for those who support our community service efforts.” The elegant event was attended by 320 guests.

To be a part of the Alphas’ efforts to impact the lives of youths, please visit OPLValentinesGala.com/Donate.

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APRIL 2022

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Farmers' Market to Feature Local Produce and Goods

SOUTH FULTON | 10:00 AM The Red Oak Farmers' Market will feature a rotating food truck, locally grown produce and a unique selection of goods from local sellers. The market will be open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month from March until November. The location is 3300 Roosevelt Highway, South Fulton, GA 30349.

Kem & Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds Announce "The Full Circle Tour"

FOX THEATER | 8 :00 PM Three-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum 21st century R&B icon Kem will embark on The Full Circle Tour’ this spring with none other than 12-time GRAMMY® Award-winning legend Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds. Television personality Sherri Shepherd joins as the evening’s host. The Full Circle Tour is coming April 8 and 9. Second show added on Saturday, April 9. foxtheatre.org A P RIL 9 T H

Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K Springs into Midtown

PIEDMON T PARK | 8 :00 AM Nothing says spring like a refreshing outdoor run. Atlanta Dogwood Festival makes it possible with its popular, annual Mimosa 5K. It takes place on festival Saturday morning and ends with a mimosa toast, courtesy of Cupcake Vineyards. It's an AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier!

The 86th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival takes place in Piedmont Park in Midtown, April 8-10. Dogwood.org A P RIL 1 4 T H T HRO UG H J UN E 5T H

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Are you looking for sustainable, attractive, and high-quality fashion? Tommy Bahama’s items are made with recycled fabrics, leaving a smaller footprint on our amazing planet!

Sleek silhouettes and sculptural details highlight the simplistic beauty of Palm Modern, the first-ever sustainable swimwear collection from Tommy Bahama. Using innovative recycled fabrics and responsible production practices, Palm Modern features modern swimwear silhouettes with a sun-kissed sustainability. Palm Modern launched in February 2022.

Remaining true to the exceptional fit and fabrics for which Tommy Bahama Swim is known, Palm Modern is made from an ultrasoft sustainable fabric. Comfort is key in this elevated recycled nylon fabric that has an effortless four-way stretch that gently compresses the body to create a smooth silhouette. Expertly designed for flexible movement, Palm Modern features classic silhouettes with ultra clean lines, flattering deeper necklines, a higher leg cut, and elegant curve-friendly seaming. From swimming in the sea to lounging poolside, Palm Modern has a sculptural, sleek aesthetic designed to showcase the natural beauty of the female form.

The streamlined collection includes six styles of swim separates and one-piece suits offered in bold, bright colors and a signature print that easily pair together for countless mix and match options. Styles include two tops—a V-neck, tie-back bra top and a halter tankini; two bottoms—a hipster and a wide-band, highwaist style; and two one-piece suits—a deep V-neck and a square neck style with deep cut back. Simple, modern, and ultra-flattering, Palm Modern has an unconstructed, no-fuss attitude.

Removable soft tall cups that offer light padding for modesty and shape can be easily taken out for an unlined look, suitable for cup sizes A to DD. Both front and back are fully lined.

Rich, vibrant color is another one of Palm Modern’s signature features, ranging from bold magenta, rich cerulean blue, and vivid aqua to classic black and navy. The collection also features an abstract animal print in shades of blue that mixes well with the solids.

The Palm Modern collection retails for $110 and under and will be available exclusively on tommybahama.com and at select Tommy Bahama retail stores.

Palm Modern one-piece square neck swimsuit – $99.50 Palm Modern is the brand new and very first sustainable swimwear collection from Tommy Bahama. All pieces in the swim collection retail under $110, as well as being great looking, a great value, and giving you the great feeling that you are doing something good for our planet. Simple, sculptural silhouettes are unconstructed and sleek for an unstructured, non-fussy swimwear silhouette.

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The square neck one piece offers a beautiful square back and a flattering leg line. (The Palm Modern collection is a little higher cut than the rest of the Tommy Bahama swim collection.) Swimsuit fabric is also UPF50, offering excellent protection from the sun.

Offered in three bold and beautiful colors as well as neutral Midnight Sea (navy) and black. Sizes 4-16.

Palm Coast IslandZone Half-Zip Sweatshirt – $128 This featherweight half-zip pullover is the perfect layering piece. The fabric is a recycled polyester blend made from recycled plastic water bottles.

The fabric contains moisture-wicking properties and fourway stretch for maximum comfort and is great for travel, as it’s anti-wrinkle, as well.

Comes in a variety of colors and sizes S to XXXL and men’s Big & Tall sizes as well Palm Coast IslandZone V-Neck T-Shirt – $79.50 This V-neck t-shirt is made from the same recycled polyester blend as the Palm Coast IslandZone men’s half-zip sweatshirt–it’s from recycled plastic water bottles, taking the bottles out of the landfill and turning them into re-usable fabrics. The fabric is a lightweight, tech fabric with moisture-wicking properties and loads of stretch for ease of wear. The V-neck and shaped hem are incredibly flattering and the perforated pineapple “print” is a great conversation starter.

This shirt also comes in a variety of colors and sizes XXS to XL.

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