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#SoFu Guide to Summertime!

SUMMERTIME IS A MAGICAL SEASON. The kids are out of school, the sunshine seems never-ending and there’s no shortage of adventures that await. For many,

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summer evokes fond memories of childhood—camps, family vacations and swimming until your fingers are shriveled like prunes. We also celebrate our nation’s independence this month!

In this issue of South Fulton Lifestyle, we want to remind you why summer is a season of opportunity. When’s the last time you played tourist in your hometown?

We invite you to do so with this issue, your guide to some spectacular sites right here in the Atlanta area. Discover one of the best outdoor concerts on the music scene this fall at One Music Fest, featuring Pharrell, Usher and the Wu-Tang Clan!

Meet the Founder Jason Carter in a candid conversation with South Fulton Lifestyle.

With so much to see and do this month, we barely scratched the surface of what South Fulton has to offer—but we hope this issue gets you off to a good start. Happy exploring #SoFu! We hope to see you around!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2019

FEATURES 16 Jason Carter

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20 Olympic Day 2019 A Local Gym Salutes its Stars!

30 DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

10

Around Town

12

Giving Back

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Artist’s Palette

16

Back Stage

20 Hot Spot 24 Culinary Creations 27 Realty Report 28 DIY 30 Inspired By 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

GOOD TIMES 1.

2.

Pink Pearl Mother Daughter Luncheon Sustains the Legacy of HBCUs The Pearls of Purpose Foundation, Inc., an affiliate of Nu Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), honored four women in the Atlanta community and awarded college scholarships during its 32nd Annual Pink Pearl Mother Daughter Luncheon. POPF awarded $31,000 in scholarships, and awarded 60 percent of the scholarships to students attending HBCUs this fall.

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4.

5.

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1. Howard University Atlanta Alumni Association President, Randall Williams left; Charletta Wilson Jacks Mistress of Ceremony; left; Shanikka Wagner, Recording Sec | 2. Phyllis Kitchens Thurmond, Ethel Hedgeman Lyle Award Honoree (center) | 3. Xernona Clayton, Vision Award Honoree (center) | 4. Senator Gail Davenport, (right) Honoree; Valencia W. Bean, President, POPF, (center); Rosalind Shropshire, Chairman, 32nd Annual MotherDaughter Luncheon (far right) | 5. Valencia W. Bean, President, Pearls of Purpose Foundation (POPF) (center); APS and Fulton County Public Schools Scholarship Recipients 7 of 10 attending HBCUs | 6. Randall Williams, President Howard University Atlanta Alumni Assoc. acccepts for Honoree Dr. Candace Harris (not pictured); Valencia W. Bean, President, POPF

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AROUND TOWN

PHYLICIA RASHAD TO RECEIVE AWARD

Creator and Executive Producer Meg DeLoatch

For 16 seasons, Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre

has assembled one of the first all-black writers'

Company has created masterful works of theatre

rooms to authentically portray the characters' jour-

art that honor the African American experience,

ney from fast-paced Seattle, moving to Georgia

lift up diverse voices, and create cultural under-

after visiting for a family reunion.

standing. To honor those who have championed the company’s mission of celebrating the tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold art-

ZETA PHI BETA AND PHI BETA SIGMA SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIP

ists of all cultures, True Colors hosted the second

The Sigma Zeta Foundation, Inc., in collabo-

annual True Colors Applauds Awards Brunch in June

ration with the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.,

at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta Hotel.

Lambda Sigma Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority,

Numerous companies, foundations and individ-

Inc., Epsilon Zeta Chapter (Sadye Watson Potter

uals have supported True Colors over the past 16

Scholarship) and Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter

years, establishing it as a staple in the arts commu-

(Marynette Bonner Lovejoy Scholarship) held a

nity. The Ovation Circle Giving Society was estab-

scholarship reception to honor the accomplish-

lished in the theatre’s 15th season to ensure the

ments of 12 graduating high school students.

theatre continues to thrive at the nexus of artistic

These students received a total of $11,000 in

excellence and civic engagement. The True Colors

scholarships to support their post-secondary

Applauds Awards Brunch celebrates the Society, a

educational goals and they are all destined for

community of supporters who have invested in the

excellence! The theme, “Education: Igniting the

theatre this season.

Flame for Success,” was expounded through the

Emceed by Brenda Wood, the True Colors Applauds Awards Brunch program features performances from the current season and the presentation of five awards to individuals and organizations that have positively impacted the arts community.

words of the speaker, Chrislyn Turner, National Second Vice President.

BERT’S BIG ADVENTURE ACCEPTING 2020 APPLICATIONS Bert’s Big Adventure, a nonprofit organization that provides a magical, all-expenses-paid five-day journey to Walt Disney World® for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families, is now accepting applications and nominations for children to join the 2020 trip.

“We look forward to welcoming a new group of children and their families to our growing Bert’s Big Adventure family,” says founder and host of “The Bert Show,” Bert Weiss. To qualify, children must be between the ages of 5 and 12, be diagnosed with a chronic or terminal illness, and have never been to Walt Disney World®. The family must prove financial need and live in the radio listening area of “The Bert Show,” a nationally

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syndicated morning radio show based in Atlanta.

Bert’s Big Adventure has grown to become a support system for more than 215 children

An all-star cast is set to headline “Family

and their families nationwide, providing year-

Reunion.” This funny memorable show stars

round support through various programs such

Tia Mowry-Hardrict as Cocoa McKellan, a free-

as Reunion Adventures, the Fairy Godparent

spirited, fun, conscious mother of four from Seattle.

volunteer program and additional charita-

Anthony Alabi plays her former football-playing

ble services. The complete application and

husband Moz. Emmy winner Loretta Devine plays

nomination forms are available online and

the loving but strict matriarch, M’Dear. Richard

must be submitted by September 10, 2019.

Roundtree guest stars as Grandpa.

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GIVING BACK

B’Fly Girls Butterfly Ball CELEBRATING SCHOLARSHIP, SISTERHOOD & LEADERSHIP FOR A SECOND YEAR

B’FLY

GIRLS,

INC.

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OUTSTANDING WOMEN AND GIRLS AT THEIR SECOND ANNUAL BUTTERFLY BALL AT THE RENAISSANCE ATLANTA MIDTOWN HOTEL. Returning emcee FOX5

Atlanta

Anchor

and

Reporter

Marissa Mitchell opened the night with the mentees ushered in by their mentors.

Founder Lisa T. French said she previously had no idea how to start a nonprofit but B’Fly has flourished since 2005, currently

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serving 400 girls across the Metro

BEST KEPT SECRET IN SOFU!

Atlanta in 50 elementary, middle and high schools. Executive Director Toya Russell Phillips, MBA said that this year’s ball highlighted and showcased the program’s growth. She’s dedicated to showing what it means to the community to serve African American and Latina girls, when at times other programs can leave them behind.

Five college-bound seniors received scholarships, Garcia,

including

Shantia

Stephanie

Sanders,

Sededra

Arthur, Jessica Tinch (who also co-emceed) and Breyona Ledbetter. And female leaders who exemplify excellence and work faithfully to improve the lives of girls in Atlanta and worldwide were also honored as 2019 Women of Excellence. They were Kathy N. Waller, retired Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer,

The

Coca

Cola

Company;

Nzinga Shaw, Senior VP Community and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena; and Angel McCoughtry, WNBA Player, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist.

B’Fly also recognized their own BFG mentee Ari Hawkins as the 2019 Youth Game Changer, a rising senior at KIPP

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Atlanta Collegiate. Operation Hope, Inc. Banking on Our Future Youth Program Atlanta and Pretty Tech, Inc. were honored as Community Partners, who facilitated two new initiatives for B’Fly this year, B’Money and B’Tech. The sessions were focused on financial literacy and STEM subjects. The Corporate Partner honoree was Hyundai Capital America - HCA Women’s Networking Group.

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The Coca Cola Company, Made A Difference Foundation, Inc., and Miller Realty.

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ARTIST’S PALETTE

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Delante comes from a large family of five and feels blessed to rise from humble beginnings where his mother would always encourage him to follow his passion and become a successful entrepreneur. He naturally fell in love with photography after working with Kodak Productions right out of high school.

It was at that moment that he knew which industry he would build his foundation upon and sharpen his God-given talent to capture life’s most valuable moments. Delante has a burning desire to set the bar high for his four younger siblings and build a legacy that will inspire youth to create the life of their dreams.

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BACK STAGE

JASON CARTER REALIZES HIS DREAM WITH

ONE MUSIC FEST ARTICLE JAMIE LOBER | PHOTOGRAPHY MSHON PULLIAM

JASON CARTER IS THE PROUD FOUNDER OF ONE MUSIC FEST.

This year over 50,000 are expected to attend and Carter’s vision

While it is not brand new, it has had a recent spike in popularity

continues to become a reality. He was always hosting events in

as people recognize that it is the only one of its kind. “The con-

college but never imagined it would turn into a career. He had a

cept of the festival started back in 2008 exploring various festivals

corporate job but longed for the nightlife and social scene that

around the nation and not being able to find a progressive urban

did not exist. All of that quickly changed. “This year’s festival

outdoor music festival,” said Carter. By progressive, he means one

will be some of the best new age hip-hop, old school hip-hop,

that comprises hip-hop, reggae, R&B and Afrobeats. “Instead of

R&B, international music, reggae, alternative and a collective of

looking for it I decided it is something we needed to create and

all different types of people,” said Carter. “There are visual artists

what better city than Atlanta.” In 2010 there were over 2,000 people

doing live art and food trucks and vendors with everything from

at the kickoff and the rest is history.

vegan Caribbean options to crab legs and Asian noodles.”

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This year there will be three stages and the biggest lineup to

energy is booming throughout the city,” said Carter. Carter appre-

date including DMX, Wu Tang Clan, Pharrell, Usher and Raphael

ciates that there is something unique about Atlanta that will appeal

Saadiq. “I am giving the community an experience they would

to every person. Carter stated, “I like the people, connections and

not be able to have anywhere that will stay with them for a life-

relationships that are formed around business and culture but I think

time,” said Carter.

the amazing, thriving creative scene is overlooked.”

ONE Music Fest has a broad agenda. “People use our platform

As for ONE Music Fest’s potential, it has no bounds. “We are look-

for activism, displays of love and cultural homecomings,” said Carter.

ing to expand to one other city domestically and to make an interna-

Atlanta is such a thriving city in which Carter feels blessed to play a

tional play as well,” said Carter. Within the next two years they expect

big part. “It presents opportunities for people who have positioned

to be in 2 other locations. Carter is involved in various programs

themselves correctly to take advantage of its growth and its new

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(CON TI N U ED)

throughout the year in addition to the festival as well as nonprofit work, leadership events and panels. “It is bigger than music and our motto is to continuously feed the culture and push it forward using music as a hub,” said Carter.

Ambitious readers looking to make a difference in our prosperous city just need to get started. “I think the keys to being successful are the brave are always rewarded so do not be scared to make moves.”

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“One of the staples of urban music in Atlanta is a collective called the Dungeon Family which consists of Outkast, Goodie Mob and a host of other amazing acts and for the first time ever they had a reunion on our stage in 2016 that brought grown people to tears,” said Carter.

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HOT SPOT

Olympic Day 2019: A Local Gym Salutes its Stars!

ARTICLE ALEXANDRIA BOLDEN PHOTOGRAPHY KAYLA MADONNA

“I’M SO EMOTIONAL RIGHT NOW,” BEGINS

and 4 years), Super Mites (5 and 6 years), Boys

KATHY COCHRANE, GRANDMOTHER OF

(5 and up) and DynoMites (5- and 6-year-old

SUPER MITES PERFORMER 5-YEAR-OLD

elites). Each performance opened with a collec-

ISLA, WHO POSES BEFORE A CAMERA IN

tive warm-up, then broke into groups rotating

HER AMERICAN FLAG LEOTARD. “Looking

from the floor, to the mini-trampoline, to the

at her reminds me so much of Kelsey,” said

vaults, high beam and uneven bars. With every

Cochrane. Kelsey is Isla’s mom, a former

rotation, each performer showcased their gym-

Tumbleweed gymnast who practiced and per-

nastic abilities, including tumbling and routines

formed at this very same gym. “We’ve been with

on bars and beams.

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Their family took part in Olympic Day 2019

President of Customer Service and Operations

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for Georgia Power, is a former Auburn graduate,

USA®, a local nonprofit based in College Park,

track athlete and football player. He engaged

Georgia. Sponsored by WSB-TV, Hudson-

the audience, sharing the importance of sports

Dufry and Georgia Power, the event took place

in building confidence and perseverance in all

Saturday, May 11, at Conley Recreation Center.

areas of life.

The event was a major success with parents,

Amidst the excitement, KiDsGyM USA®

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Safely Reach Your Fitness Goals This Summer.

The City of South Fulton names Freddie Broome new Fire Chief. Broome comes to the City of South Fulton from the Valdosta, Georgia Fire Department, a position he has held since March 2014.

As the Fire Chief in Valdosta, Broome provides leadership and management for the Administration, Operations, Training, Fire Prevention, Maintenance and Special Operations Divisions that consist of 108 staff members, six individual fire stations and one regional Georgia Search and Rescue Team. During his tenure as the Valdosta Fire Chief, Broome maintained a department budget over $8 million. Chief Broome was responsible for leading the Valdosta Fire Department to an ISO Class 1 rating, and the department is currently working towards becoming an accredited agency.

Chief Freddie Broome has 23 years of experience in Fire Service and is actively involved in the Fire Profession by serving on several committees. He holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Fire Protection Technology from Forsyth Technical College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology with a Concentration in Fire Safety from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a Master of Public Administration degree with a concentration in Public Management from Appalachian State University.

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Zwade J. Marshall, MD, MBA | Director of Medical Outcomes s an interventional pain management physician, many of my patients set summer time goals to go to the gym and get fit for lake trips, pool parties and outdoor fun.

Many, especially my male patients, request consultations for herniated discs and sciatic nerve pain after exerting themselves in the gym for the first time in years. Others will return for chronic joint pains and degenerative spines that persist partly due to excessive weight, poor sleep habits and a sedentary lifestyle. At Alliance Spine & Pain we believe in comprehensive pain management that addresses your mood, activity level and medications, and optimizes your level of function. Below are my top recommendations to safely reach your fitness goals this summer.

DO: Ease into your fitness routine - if you haven’t been in the gym for months start slowly. Set reasonable goals and be consistent. The key to maintaining your routine lies in picking an activity that you actually enjoy. Consider aquatic aerobics, spin class, Pilates or brisk walking.

DON’T: Focus on weight loss only. Some of the “invisible” benefits of increased aerobic activity are: improved heart function and strength, a more robust immune system, improved cholesterol profile and more restful sleep.

Pearl: Mayo Clinic researchers have found that brisk walking for 30 minutes daily trims your waistline, improves mood and reduces risk of heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.

DO: Focus on core strength and stabilization- your abdominal muscles help to counterbalance the forces on your spine. A weak core with abdominal obesity is a main contributor to chronic back pain.

DON’T: Ignore the importance of diet and nutrition management - Portion control is key, but you should also avoid skipping meals and late-night eating. Pain fighting nutrients are those rich in antioxidants.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

Ice Cream Festival!

A UNIVERSAL TREAT IS CELEBRATED IN JULY AT PIEDMONT PARK ARTICLE ERIKKA SEARLES MITCHELL

THE NINTH ANNUAL ATLANTA ICE CREAM FESTIVAL WILL FEATURE AN ASSORTMENT OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL ICE CREAM VENDORS. This exciting festival which encourages attendees to indulge in a variety of ice cream delights while maintaining a well-balanced lifestyle will take place Saturday, July 27, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. in Atlanta’s historic Piedmont Park.

South Fulton Lifestyle had the opportunity to chat with AICF Executive Director Kevin James. From a huge dream that AICF Executive Director Kevin James had back in 2010 at the festival’s inception, the festival has grown into an event that attracts Atlantans from all over the metropolitan area. It’s a one-day festival that invites the young and the old to come out and enjoy a day filled with lots of family fun, fitness routines, health and wellness activities and of course, plenty of ice cream!

This year, the festival is pleased to announce that for the fifth year in a row, Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority is once again the presenting sponsor.

FDHA will be offering free health and wellness screenings for everyone inside the Wellness Pavilion.

Lots of people ask about the connection between ice cream and health and wellness. James believes in moderation. For example, at the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival, the ice cream eating contest consists of a single scoop. The creativity comes in how quickly you can eat the scoop, without a spoon!

“It’s all about balance,” according to James.

Moderation along with activity (and it takes plenty of activity to eat a scoop with no spoon) in the contest is in and of itself a symbol. With over 60,000 in attendance last year, this festival is sure to be a treat again this year!

“Ice cream truly takes people to a happy place,” said James. It’s his pleasure to present this fun festival in the heart of the city.

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$735,000

86.96%

77

6

6

Historic College Park

$625,000

$650,000

104.00%

319

4

4

Serenbe

$650,000

$633,000

97.38%

1

3

3

Historic College Park

$620,000

$620,000

100.00%

5

5

4

Forest Grove

$635,000

$617,500

97.24%

44

4

3

Guilford Forest

$550,000

$528,000

96.00%

2

6

5

Beecher-Donnally

$475,000

$472,000

99.37%

7

4

3

Walden Park Estates

$459,990

$464,538

100.99%

153

5

4

Niskey Lake Falls

$419,900

$450,000

107.17%

69

4

3

Information compiled from Georgia Multiple Listing Service from dates of 12/15/2018 through 01/14/2019.

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K I D ’S WHAT YOU NEED: + 10 drops lemon essential oil + 10 drops lemongrass essential oil + 4 drops lavender essential oil + 1 ½ ounces distilled water (minus 1 teaspoon to make room for the essential oils in the bottle) + ½ ounce 95% proof grain alcohol*

WHAT YOU DO: In a 2-ounce spray bottle, add the grain alcohol (or Solubol) and drop in essential oils. Swirl to combine. Place the cap back on the bottle. Allow the oils to disperse in the alcohol for about 1 hour, then add distilled water, swirling again to combine.

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JOINING ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY JUST MIGHT HAVE LED TO ONE OF THE BEST DECISIONS DREMA LEE WOLDMAN HAS EVER MADE. Woldman recalled being invited to another member’s son’s party and the child was part of Top Teens of America, sponsored by Top Ladies of Distinction.

“I had never heard of them but was impressed by the event and that it provided scholarships and had a component for children,” said Woldman. Top Ladies of Distinction is a nonprofit professional humanitarian organization that organizes talents, energies and skills of women across the nation in a collaborative effort to alleviate moral and social problems confronting youth.

“In order for you to have a chapter, you have to sponsor a group of teens from 13 to 18 and implement a program that helps them with academic achievement, leadership skills and cultural enrichment,” said Woldman.

Over the years, Woldman worked her way up to becoming the national president of the organization. She strove to grow the organization, whose only qualification for membership is to have a desire to serve the community and be sponsored by a current top lady. There have been many memorable experiences, including a bullying program with the National Institutes of Health and a visit to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Many programs have become traditions, such as those with the March of Dimes, which has partnered with the organization since 1985, and St. Jude, who will be named a permanent partner at this year’s Atlanta conference.

Woldman is excited about what the future holds, including potential programs on Alzheimer’s and mental illness.

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“WE ARE HANDS-ON, SO MOST OF THE VOLUNTEERISM IS ONE-ON-ONE AND YOU GET INSTANT GRATIFICATION AND CAN SEE THE JOY AND HAPPINESS ON SOMEONE’S FACE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU DID,” SAID WOLDMAN.

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This year is victorious as the organization celebrates 50 years of Top Teens in America in our very own city of Atlanta.

Woldman is thrilled they are beginning a Top Teens Alumni Council that offers workshops, internships and scholarships and allows members to stay connected to the organization. There is an annual leadership conference in the fall and a biannual national convention.

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