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Lifestyle Letter

Three Cheers for Summer!

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ummer is here and the living is easy! Yes, it's hot. Yes, it's humid. And yes, there are mosquitoes as big as some compact cars around every bend. But I love summer!

I love the way the sun warms my skin the moment I step outside. I love the smell of summer rains that go away as quick as they stir Maria and her children enjoying some up. I love the sounds of neighborhood children summer fun. racing down the street. I love seeing the faces of my four children in a less hurried way. Summer, to me, is the most fun time of the year!

This month, Vinings Lifestyle wanted to show you the fun side of this season. Check out the not-to-miss outdoor activities in Smyrna, the six products you need this summer, and some sizzling summer trends everyone can wear.

Until next month I'll see you cheering on the Smyrna Sharks or checking out the fresh summer fruits at Sprouts,

JULY 2016 publisher

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Maria R. Smith | Maria.Smith@LifestylePubs.com contributing writers

Rotricia Coley, Bernetta Jackson-Knighten, Laura Miller, Lia Picard, Kendra Pierson, Preston Smith, Mary Welch contributing photographers

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Our Contributors

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Local’s Choice

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Road Trip

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Culinary Creations

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

32 Unexpected Places to Play

Get outside this summer at one of Smyrna's parks, pools, and playgrounds.

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Good Times

Chef 's Table at Cobb Galleria

Executive Chef Nicholas Walker is a hidden gem in the Atlanta culinary scene though he serves 100,000 guests each year at Cobb Galleria Centre. He recently hosted a Chef’s Table for area influencers showcasing cuisine inspired by his Georgia roots.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

Nickajack students, Riley Davis and Jonathan Fairgrieves, and teachers Amanda Wood and Dana Zhun traveled to Washington DC for a national invention competition.

Provident Village at Creekside is now open in Smyrna.

PROVIDENT VILLAGE AT CREEKSIDE OPENS IN SMYRNA Provident Village at Creekside is a new assisted living and memory care community which recently opened in Smyrna on South Cobb Drive. It is designed to make it easier for seniors to live vibrantly in a variety of private or semi-private apartments. They feature a holistic approach to working with their residents while offering a high level of care and personal attention.

The 3-story building that makes up Provident Village at Creekside is just the first phase of a three phase senior development community at this site. This current building features 108 rooms and a designated memory care wing for those dealing with dementia or other memory-related issues and may need more support.

The second phase of this senior adult community project was

LOCAL ELEMENTARY STUDENTS WIN FIRST PLACE IN NATIONAL INVENTION COMPETITION IN WASHINGTON DC This Spring, Smyrna 5th graders Riley Davis and Jonathan Fairgrieves, competed in Georgia Tech's Inventure Challenge. Their second place finish in the elementary division, as well as winning the People's Choice award, earned them a ticket to compete in Washington DC on the national level.

approved in March by the Smyrna City Council. This next phase will include a 10-story, 200-unit building that will be built on nearly five acres of land adjacent to Provident Village at Creekside off South Cobb Drive near Interstate 285. This building will accommodate seniors who wish to live independently yet within a senior community. The second phase is expected to be completed by Fall 2017.

RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SPACETEAM GOES TO 'SPACE'

Through their research, these young scientists from Nickajack

Twenty-two students and one teacher from Russell Elementary

Elementary, were shocked to learn that 1.8 billion people in the world

School in Smyrna participated in the school's 18th simulated space

suffer from lack of access to clean water. Inspired, the duo was driven to find a cost-effective, green, renewable solution to this problem.

Their solution has the potential to help people world-wide with limited access to clean water!

Riley and Jonathan, along with their advanced learning teachers Amanda Wood and Dana Zhun, traveled to Washington, DC on May 19th to present their solution in the STEMIE Coalition National Invention Convention and Entrepreneurship Expo (NICEE). This is an annual celebration of K-12 inventors and entrepreneurs from across the U.S. In addition to competing against other teams from across the nation, participants visited the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum and attended a lecture led by a NASA engineer and others.

The judges in Washington DC were rightfully impressed with this team's project. They won the First Place Award for the Fifth Grade Inventor For Best Overall Grade 5 Invention! Great job!

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The Spaceteam at Russell Elementary completed the school's 18th simulated space mission.

mission on May 12 & 13, 2016. This unique, one-of-a-kind program, was started by Mr. Chris Laster, a former USA Science Teacher of the Year during the 1997-1998 school year.

Since September, selected 4th and 5th grade students have been studying to complete their eight month course of training which

LOCAL AUTHOR RELEASES NEW BOOK, WINS AWARDS Texas Review Press recently announced the publication of "Low Country, High Water," a book of poems by Vinings resident Sally Stewart Mohney.

includes learning 160 acronyms and 100 abbreviations, designing

Low Country, High Water is the recipient of the Texas Review

and programming the mission payload, completing an EVA (Extra

Press Southern Poetry Breakthrough Prize: North Carolina as

Vehicular Activity, otherwise known as a spacewalk), and planning

well as the recipient of the Jesse Rehder Writing Prize from the

for seven different abort scenarios. Four

University of North Carolina in Chapel

student astronauts and a teacher, who

Hill and of the First Prize Award in

will surpass over 200 hours in the sim-

Excellence from the Georgia Poetry

ulator during this mission, entered the

Society. Her new book is now available

simulator on a Thursday morning and

from Amazon and Barnes & Noble as

exited Friday afternoon.

well as other book sellers.

Mission time was spent in the 164

Ms. Mohney is hosting her official

square foot Intrepid Simulator. This is

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of the Spaceteam students manned their very own Mission Control by tracking data, telemetry, and solving any problems that occur. The mission was successful!

Left: Sally Stewart Mohney recently released a book of poems.

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Our Contributors

July Contributors AUBRY CANALES is a custom

plore the local dining scene,

portrait photographer based in

highlighting both on her blog

Vinings. She specializes in fam-

and other publications around

ily concept editorial sessions. In

town. Lia loves the Atlanta

addition to photographing fam-

community and shows support

ilies and individuals, Aubry has

by volunteering with different

also worked on impressive and

local organizations including

innovative shoots for Delta Air-

the Junior League of Atlanta.

lines, CNN, and the SEC. She is

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married with three children. AubryCanales.com KENDRA PIERSON is the creator

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ROTRICIA RACHELLE COLEY -

of

As an event designer, stylist, and

a lifestyle blog with a heavy

photographer, Rotricia Rachelle

emphasis on parenting and

Coley finds joy in helping others

travel. She doesn't make head-

celebrate life in style with those

bands, but rather wears the

that matter most to them. Ro-

multiple headbands as a small

tricia Rachelle is known for her

business owner, board mem-

custom elaborate themed dessert tables. Her work has been

ber, and community volunteer, as well as a wife and mother to two young children.

featured in Kara’s Party Ideas, Everyday Party magazine, and Catch My Party. Rotricia Rachelle is a wife and mother of three and resides in

PRESTON SMITH lives in historic

Smyrna. RachelleGrace.com

Vinings with his wife and children (both human and canine). He BERNETTA KNIGHTEN is a life-

traces his lineage back to seven-

style blogger (BernettaStyle.

teenth-century Englishmen who

com) who enjoys writing about

drank beer for medicinal purposes

motherhood, marriage and mo-

to survive their trans-Atlantic voy-

tivation to do and be your best.

age, which explains his irritable

She currently resides in an At-

bowel, crooked teeth, snarky atti-

lanta suburb with her husband

tude and aversion to anything oceanic. After attending Baylor University

and 3 children.

and the University of Georgia law school. Preston worked in healthcare and served four terms as a Georgia State Senator. He squanders his spare

LAURA MILLER is a native At-

time trying to persuade his three hunting dogs to act less like house cats

lantan with a passion for the

and more like, well – hunting dogs. SouthernReflections.com

written word. From creative short stories to folk songs, business writing to human interest

MARY WELCH is a business and

lifestyle editor who writes on a

journalism, Laura has written

broad range of topics ranging from

some of everything and enjoys

the legal world to automobiles to

a challenging topic. Currently,

travel for a variety of local and na-

she writes for numerous local

tional publications. She is the for-

publications as well as small businesses. OmniaWriting.com

mer editor of Atlanta Woman and business to business magazines.

LIA PICARD has lived in Atlanta with her husband for nearly three

years, hailing from the Sunshine State. She loves to cook and exWant to join our roster of writers and photographers?

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Essentials for a Super Summer ARTICLE MARIA R. SMITH | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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s the editor of Vinings Lifestyle Magazine and a writer and blogger in my own right (MamaliciousMaria.com), companies often send me products to review with hopes I like

the products and tell others about them. Some products miss the mark. Others are nice but not notable. And then there are the ones that are fantastic, standing out in sometimes astonishingly simple ways. Here are six of those fantastic products that are now on my summer essentials list.

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Road Trip

The Island Less Traveled WHY PUERTO RICO SHOULD BE ON YOUR MUST-TRAVEL LIST

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino is a great family friendly option.

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uerto Rico is the island for everyone. It has beaches, rain forests, amazing food and drinks, historic monuments, and a vibrant night life. It's a U.S. territory so no passports are needed and this diverse, colorful island is only a three-hour nonstop flight away. There's no wonder Puerto Rico tops many Atlantans' vacation lists.

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Cobblestone streets in Old San Juan make it extra special.

(Photo credit: Condada Vanderbilt Hotel)

HISTORY

San Juan, the capitol of Puerto Rico, is one of the world’s greatest cities. A bustling commercial center, the city is ablaze in neon signs from hotels, restaurants, dance halls and shops. The highlight of this city is Old San Juan with its narrow cobblestone roads leading to the Castillo San Cristóbal fort built in 1793 by the Spanish to thwart pirates, the English, the Dutch and others. It's the largest fort built by the Spanish in the New World and visitors can still see it today.

FOOD

Puerto Ricans are proud, passionate people and food is high on their list of life’s enjoyments. One of the best new restaurants in Old San Juan is Marmalade. It's famous for its white bean soup and red snapper ceviche. Looking for pizza? Piro Pizza Rustica puts its own spin on the pie by adding plantains!

DRINK

The Bacardi Rum plant is accessible via a short boat ride from San Juan and is among the island’s top attractions. Guests can see how Puerto Rico’s most famous product is made, taste it for themselves, and bring some home to share.

Puerto Rico is also a leading coffee-producing region as well. In the mountain regions of Toro Negro, about a two hour drive from San Juan on intimidatingly twisting roads, there are a number of boutique coffee haciendas that offer tours. These tours will start and end with a steaming hot cup of the freshest, richest coffee anyone has ever tasted, making the mountainous drive worth the trip.

From rum to coffee, there is plenty to drink in Puerto Rico.

BEACHES

Naturally, Puerto Rico is also known for its beaches. Visitors can choose from more than 270 beaches. Among the best are Flamenco Beach, Condado Beach Playa Sucia, and Sun Bay Beach, which is on Vieques Island. All of them feature soft, pristine sand with perfectly-hued blue green water ready for swimmers, boaters, snorkelers, and sight-seers alike.

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Road Trip

(CON TI N U ED)

Puerto Rico has a diverse ecological system.

RAINFOREST

Many people will focus on the fantastic beaches in Puerto Rico, however the island has an amazingly diverse ecological system as well. El Yunque National Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the U.S. National Forest System. It is a virtual paradise with lush foliage, waterfalls, rivers, flora, palm leaves the size of a man and beautiful — and loud — animals. The best way to experience the rain forest is to take a tour that starts at the El Portal Rain Forest Center.

ADVENTURE

For those who want a little more excitement in their travels, head to Toro Verde Nature Adventure Park, about an hour drive from San Juan, in Orocovis. The park is 316 acres and features one of the world’s longest zip lines. The Monster zip line is equivalent to 28 football fields, as high as 850 feet and one could go as fast as 95 miles per hour! There are other zip lines and even a ropes course that are sure to bring out anyone's inner Ninja Warrior.

Puerto Rico is a friendly, safe, eclectic island with plenty to offer singles, families and couples. With easy access from Atlanta via Delta (three to six f lights daily), there’s just one question left to ask: When will you go?

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(Photo credit: Condada Vanderbilt Hotel)

Where To Stay WHERE TO STAY IN SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino - A 15-minute walk from Isla Verde Beach, this upscale all-suite hotel is great for families. Complimentary WiFi, cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly reception with drinks and snacks add extra value. EmbassySuites.com The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan - This luxury oceanfront hotel features upscale, airy rooms. Upgrade to the club level for added amenities and access to a private lounge with complimentary food and drink presentations throughout the day. RitzCarlton.com Condado Vanderbilt Hotel - Unique and historic, Condado Vanderbilt was originally built in 1919 and is now infused with distinctly modern amenities.

Add to the luxury by booking a suite which features a kitchenette, separate living area, and 24-hour butler service. CondadoVanderbilt.com​

IGNORING IT WON'T

CURE IT

The importance of getting a men's health check up

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gnoring anything will not make it better. It will almost certainly make it worse though. While men are often reluctant to go to the doctor, there are many reasons why they should.

“A lot of men’s diseases can be treated if there is early detection,” says Dr. Thomas Emerson, M.D., a urologist with WellStar Medical Group. “But it’s important for men to be aware of their bodies, their health, make sure they get regular check-ups and if something does not look or feel right, get it checked right away.”

Many of men’s issues are age-related, he says. For instance, testicular cancer is one of the top killers for men in their 20’s and 30’s, mainly because they don’t do monthly check-ups. “It’s like women and breast cancer.

All men should do monthly checkups looking for any bumps or a mass.

Testicular cancer doesn’t take a lot of young men but it would take even less with early detection. Before it spreads, it can be treated and even cured.”

As men age, colon cancer should be on their radar screen, especially if there is a family history. A colonoscopy should be done every 10 years starting around age 50. If there is a family history, it is advised that

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men start at age 40 and have one every five years instead of the usual 10 years. It is the same with bowel cancer, which can also be detected via the Dr. Thomas Emerson, M.D., a urologist with WellStar Medical Group faecal occult blood test (FOBT) at the same time a colonoscopy is being done, thus eliminating two potential cancers in one outpatient visit.

Dr. Emerson warns that if any blood is found in urine or in other medical tests, a trip to the urologist is warranted. “Early stage bladder cancer can be treated. When I’m dealing with patients, I tell them there is an 85% chance it is not a malignancy, and for those who do have a malignancy, about 90% of the time the disease is curable. But men shouldn’t delay because if it is allowed to evade the bladder wall, it can be lethal.”

Prostate cancer is another disease that affects men and Dr. Emerson encourages them to get the prostate specific antigen (PSA)

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blood test. He acknowledged the test is somewhat controversial as the government recently changed its stance on what ages a man should start getting the test. Dr. Emerson agreed that perhaps some people were "overtreated" but he also was certain, based on the data, that many lives were also saved.

“In the last 25 years since the advent of the PSA test, there has been a 45 percent decrease in prostate specific mortality rate. That is huge. It is a slow growing disease and you watch it and you’ll probably die from something else waiting for the prostate cancer to grow,” he says. “But if it becomes aggressive you can be dead in six months.”

In addition to these male-specific diseases, it is advised that men, along with women, watch their diets, monitor their cholesterol, be mindful about diabetes and have a bone density test to test for osteoporosis, a spinal deformity or osteopanenia.

“Overall, men should simply be aware of their health and their bodies and not ignore warning signs,” he says.

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Host The Best Backyard

Bash Of The

Summer ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY ROTRICIA COLEY

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t's summer. Don’t bother turning on the stove or setting the dining room table. It’s time to enjoy every minute

of the long days of summer. Fire up the grill and get outdoors to eat, drink, and party. It's that time of year when impromptu gatherings with friends are welcomed without the stress to impress. Casual and fun is the way to go! Here are the best tips to help anyone relax and host the best backyard bash of the summer.

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TIMING IS EVERYTHING The hot and steamy summer weather can be draining and put a damper on the fun. Avoid midday gatherings during the hottest part of the year, typically from noon until 3 p.m. Host a brunch before noon, a late afternoon barbecue or evening dinner party that will be more comfortable and enjoyable for everyone.

KEEP THE BUGS AWAY Make sure guests are there to eat the food and not be the food at any outdoor event. Keep annoying mosquitoes away with strategically placed Citronella candles. Pretreatment of your yard with a mosquito barrier treatment in advance of your party is a good idea too. Use a licensed and state certified company like Mosquito Blues in Smyrna. Facebook.com/MosquitoBluesATL Photo credit: Aubry Canales

GRUB ON Choose a menu that can be prepared mostly on the grill. Plan ahead and marinate meats as this step alone can elevate just about anyone to 'barbecue master'. Don't forget about the vegetables though. Grilled corn is one of summer's best treats. Be sure to choose food items that can withstand the summer heat. Pasta salads are easy and can be jazzed up with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted bell peppers, olives, or oil-based dressings.

Want a menu that is easy and fun? Go with grilled pizza. For a sweet option, try a grilled brie and fresh berry pizza drizzled with balsamic glaze and topped with fresh basil.

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DRINK AND BE MERRY Set up a drink station to keep everyone hydrated with lots of cold drinks, including plenty of water. Consider investing in a large galvanized beverage tub to ice down the drinks. Another great option is to roll a beverage cart outside and add a self-serve drink dispenser on top. Serving fruit like watermelon can also help keep guests from getting parched.

IT’S GAME TIME Even at laid back shindigs, it is a good idea to set out a few outdoor games to keep the fun going. Think easy games that can be played while holding a refreshing drink in one hand like horseshoes, bocce ball, or a game of spades. Also, look for games that will distract the kids, giving their parents time to relax. Kids welcome any chance to get wet so set up the sprinkler and pull out the water guns.

Go old school and start a water balloon fight!

LET THE MUSIC PLAY Don’t forget the tunes! Put together a playlist ahead of time ready to stream or use Pandora or similar streaming service as an easy way to get the music flowing. Be the first to bust a move at your own party.

Dancing counts as entertainment too.

LET THERE BE LIGHT For evening events, lighting is the single most important decor item to include. Using string lights, lanterns, and candles throughout the yard really set the scene for the party. String lights are the best choice for the most impact. They are affordable, reusable, and easy to install.

Plus there are so many stylish options like mini flamingo or metal star string lights. (Don’t be tempted to pull out those Christmas lights.)

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wearing them all day. Spruce them up

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Culinary Creations

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LIA PICARD

Blackberry and Cornmeal Upside Down Cake T

his recipe is the quintessential summertime dessert. It brings one of sum-

mer’s best fruits, blackberries, together with a cornmeal cake, almost reminiscent of cornbread, but softer and sweeter. It’s a casual dessert and easy to prepare, yet it is beautiful with a bit of a wow factor.

It’s perfect with a scoop of ice cream after a family barbecue, or alongside a cup of coffee in the afternoon. (It even goes great with yogurt for breakfast. We won’t tell.)

The ingredients for this recipe were pro-

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 stick plus 3 tbsp butter, softened

vided by Sprouts Farmers Market. Open

• 1 cup brown sugar

in Smyrna for a little over a year, Sprouts

• ¼ cup sugar

offers natural and organic foods at reason-

• 12 oz blackberries, rinsed

able prices. Their produce section steals

and stems removed

the show with beautiful produce that’s

• 1 cup cornmeal

also super affordable. When things are in

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour

season, prices can drop to as low as $1 a

• 1 tsp baking powder

pound! You can find Sprouts at 4330 East-

• ½ tsp cardamom

West Connector Smyrna, GA 30082.

• 1 tsp kosher salt • 3 large eggs • ½ tsp vanilla extract • ½ cup cream

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INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Over medium heat, melt three tablespoons of butter, swirling the pan to butter the sides. (You can also do this with a pastry brush.) Add in ¼ cup of sugar and combine with the butter, letting it bubble and slightly caramelize. Turn the heat down to low and add the blackberries, arranging in a single layer. Cook for about two minutes, letting the berries soften and the mixture bubble. Remove from heat and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, cardamom and salt.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, or using hand beaters, beat remaining butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time making sure they’re thoroughly combined, scraping down the side of the bowl if necessary. Mix in vanilla and cream.

In a couple batches, gently fold in cornmeal mixture. Drop spoonfuls of batter over the berries, gently spreading it over in an even layer.

Bake for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully run a knife around the side, place a dish or cutting board on the pan and flip over. (The pan may still be hot so use oven mitts if necessary). Serve with whipped cream (pictured here), ice cream or by itself. Enjoy!

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Water & Woods

Heritage Park is dog-friendly!

Get outdoors and enjoy Smyrna this summer.

UNEXPECTED

OUTDOOR

FUN IN SMYRNA

Take a dip at Tolleson Park pool.

ARTICLE LAURA MILLER | PHOTOGRAPHY KIMBERLY DEJANOVICH

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ummer is officially here, and with the

SMYRNA VILLAGE GREEN

line. Benches and picnic tables dot the trail,

Not only is the Smyrna Village Green within

making for easy rest and dining opportuni-

need to soak up the sun. Luckily, Smyrna is

walking distance to all the shopping and din-

ties. There are also numerous water foun-

rich with outdoor opportunities. Sick of going

ing that Smyrna is famous for, but the Green

tains, emergency phones, and, of course,

to the same place? Here are four unexpected

is also home to several delightful areas

amazing views.

places to spend time outdoors in Smyrna.

that are perfect for small children. Visitors

warm Georgia temperatures comes a

love the covered train, which doubles as a HERITAGE PARK

TOLLESON POOL

small playground and a shady place to peo-

Summer isn’t complete without a dip in

Heritage Park is arguably one of the best

ple-watch. The small lake is home to a family

a neighborhood pool and Tolleson Pool is

locations that Smyrna has to offer. The 105-

of ducks, which never fail to entertain, and

a local favorite. In addition to being a tradi-

acre nature preserve features amazing oppor-

there are a few short walking trails perfect for

tional pool with two diving boards, Tolleson

tunities for viewing local wildlife. The 1.7 mile

younger ages. Be sure to check out the many

also contains a sprayground for children

walking trail has numerous twists and turns,

activities that are hosted here each week.

6-years-old and under. It is the home to the

keeping the hike easy and interesting, even for small children. Hikers will enjoy the ele-

dominant Smyrna Sharks too. Swim lessons SILVER COMET TRAIL

are available. In addition, there are tennis

vated boardwalk over wetlands, the pass

The ubiquitous Silver Comet Trail is always

through a forest, the trail along Nickajack

a great option for summer outdoor activi-

Creek, and the ruins of Concord Woolen Mills

ties. Over 60 miles long, the trail begins at

Swimming pools or hiking trails, parks or

and Concord Covered Bridge. A picnic area is

the Mavell Road Trailhead in Smyrna and

playgrounds, Smyrna is the ideal place to be

also available for summer snacks and meals.

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1. LATHER UP. Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 15, even on cloudy

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Be sure to keep a first-aid kit nearby in case of cuts, bug bites, or allergic reactions.

Control (CDC), it only takes 15 minutes of exposure to UV rays for skin to be damaged!

2. BEAT THE BUGS. Wear insect repellent during any outdoor ac-

tivities, especially with increased fears of mosquito-borne diseases. For best results, think about choosing an insect repellent with an active ingredient (such as DEET, oil of lemon-eucalyptus,or picaridin). For kids, look for products with 30% or less of these ingredients. There are also all-natural options, such as Buzz Away Extreme (BuzzAwayExtreme.com) made with essential plant oils for those that want to avoid active ingredients.

3. STAY HYDRATED. Cool down by drinking plenty of water and other

non-alcoholic beverages, regardless of activity level. Pay special attention to children, the elderly, and anyone else with chronic illnessConsider an all-natural bug repellent, like Buzz Away, as an alternative to traditional bug spray.

es, as they are at an increased risk of heat stroke or dehydration.

4. DRESS FOR THE SEASON. Wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing in

light colors. Cover up with long sleeves as much as possible. Consider hats that shade the face, scalp, ears and neck. Opt for sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays.

5. EVALUATE PLAY AREAS. Utilize playgrounds with soft materials

such as wood chips, sand or mulch. Check the area for any potential hazards for children such as wood stumps, rocks or loose guardrails.

And always stay alert, keeping children within eyesight.

Make sure to choose the best sunscreen for your needs.

6. USE LIFE VESTS. When boating, know that properly-fitted life jackets

can prevent drowning. Purchase a Coast Guard-approved life jacket for every individual on the boat and consider having non-swimmer children wear one around any body of water.

Staying hydrated is one of the most important and easiest things you can do to beat the heat.

7. GET ENOUGH REST. Summer might seem like the perfect time to

throw out routines, but the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that close to 100,000 crashes are the result of driver fatigue each year. Get a good night's rest before the next road trip!

8. BE READY FOR EMERGENCIES. Have a first-aid kit nearby in case

of accidents. A basic kit should include bandages, cleaning wipes and a small tube of antiseptic ointment. If a family member has an allergy, make sure to include an anti-allergy cream, medications and/ or an Epi-Pen. Summer is the perfect time to explore the outdoors, try new things and spend time with friends and family. The opportunities are limitless. Just make sure to keep in mind these safety tips so summer stays fun!

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List Price

Sold Price

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DOM*

5

4/1

$899,900

$825,000

91.68%

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Highpointe at Vinings

5

3/1

$642,730

$625,000

9.83%

162

One Ivy Walk

4

4/1

$575,000

$550,000

95.65%

83

Smyrna

5

4/0

$540,000

$543,000

100.56%

97

Kingston Manor

5

4/1

$534,800

$534,800

100.00%

5

One Vinings Mountain

2

2/1

$549,500

$520,000

91.24%

227

Fontaine at Cooper Lake

5

4/0

$514,900

$497,715

96.66%

11

Central Garden

5

4/0

$489,000

$485,000

97.14%

176

Heritage At Vinings

5

4/0

$499,500

$481,900

96.48%

13

Barnes Mill

4

4/0

$490,000

$475,000

95.00%

134

Vinings Parc East

3

3/1

$396,900

$466,513

117.54%

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Stonehaven at Vinings

4

4/0

$475,000

$460,000

92.93%

193

Wakefield Estates

4

3/1

$450,000

$450,000

85.71%

67

Parkview Village

4

5/1

$439,500

$437,356

85.76%

113

Vinings Parc East

4

4/1

$431,500

$431,500

107.69%

213

Smyrna Grove

4

3/1

$404,300

$419,897

104.25%

103

Smyrna Grove

4

4/1

$416,976

$415,037

100.94%

130

Barnes Mill

4

4/0

$425,000

$415,000

97.65%

23

Towns at Breton Ridge

4

3/1

$415,985

$402,872

96.85%

39

Towns at Breton Ridge

4

3/1

$421,900

$400,900

95.02%

26

Hidden Falls

5

4/0

$414,900

$390,000

94.00%

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Smyrna Grove

4

3/0

$382,750

$380,620

99.84%

99

Woodbridge Crossing

4

3/1

$374,900

$365,000

97.36%

11

Churchill Downs

5

3/1

$375,000

$360,000

96.00%

6

Whitfield Parc

4

3/1

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225.79%

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Lifestyle Calendar

July EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT FROM 5 P.M. TO 9 P.M. FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS TAYLOR-BRAWNER PARK Smyrna Food Truck Tuesdays continues each Tuesday! The City of Smyrna, Georgia Power and Cobb Travel & Tourism have partnered to bring another season of the fan favorite Food Truck Tuesdays, along

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JULY 30 MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT TAYLOR-BRAWNER PARK Enjoy family-friendly movies with friends and neighbors. On July 30th, Inside Out will be the featured movie on the big screen. The movie will start at dusk and additional activities will also take place. Location:Taylor-Brawner Park. For additional information, call Parks & Recreation at 770-431-2842.

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Parting Thoughts

Lessons from the

Swamp A FATHER-SON CANOE TRIP YIELDS MUCH MORE THAN MOSQUITO BITES.

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eorgia is called the ‘Adventure State’ because of the variety of its destinations from the Appalachian mountain highlands to the sandy beaches of the Golden Isles. One lesser known gem is the seven hundred square miles of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge – the largest swamp in North America.

Thirty years ago my dad took me on a father-son canoeing trip through the Okefenokee. Following that example, I recently persuaded a group of father-son pairs to leave the suburban comforts of Cobb County and travel down below the gnat line in search of re-creating that adventure. We launched our canoes at the Suwanee Canal Recreation Center on the eastern edge of the wildlife preserve and emerged three days later on the western side at Stephen Foster State Park – a journey involving some 30 miles of canoeing.

The swamp is chock full of wildlife – snakes, frogs, turtles, deer, bobcats, bear, an astounding variety of birds and yes, many alligators. The dads offered well-intentioned, but bumbling, advice to our boys affirming that we were not the least bit afraid and making assurances like: “Alligators only eat once a week and typically drown their prey rather than eating it alive.” Those pitiful platitudes sounded decidedly less confident as we pressed deeper into the swamp and lost the last bars of service on our cell phones.

We paddled through inky-black water in the shadows of ancient cypress trees draped in curtains of Spanish moss which seemed immune to the passage of time. We camped on lonely wooden platforms elevated a few inches above lily-pad covered water-prairies. Each long day of paddling ended with the forty-something year-old dads popping aspirin and bemoaning the lack of an available masseuse. Then after raiding the Yeti 42

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coolers, we reluctantly attacked the byzantine tasks of erecting complicated tents, Jetboil cooktops and Eno hammocks for the evening – a moment of which Adventure Outdoors would be very proud!

Three hundred miles from Atlanta’s traffic and glare of the city lights, we enjoyed the simple pleasures of spending quality time together, disconnected from the distracting digital world back home. We found amazement lying under the immense dome of stars while listening to the other-worldly cacophony of sounds from the nocturnal swamp creatures.

The adventure weekend also offered occasional opportunities for heroism. When one of the boys dropped his dad’s Nikon camera into the water, I boldly proclaimed, “if only the camera were waterproof, I myself would swim and retrieve it.” To my dismay, I was informed that the camera was indeed waterproof. And once you have announced your bravado to a group of teenage boys, you are required to bet your life in order to save your ego. I had been searching in the murky water about twenty minutes, when one of the dads calmly advised that a large gator was quietly approaching. So, at the expense of my pride, I made an executive decision to declare the camera lost forever and the search completed.

Now having twice survived the swamp experience, I can attest that these trips with our children reinforce character traits of teamwork, courage, discipline, perseverance and hard work – as well as the value of laughing at oneself. It was a golden opportunity to see a breathtaking part of our Adventure State, make unforgettable memories and help shape our boys into the talented young men they are becoming. Thirty years from now, I hope my son will tell me stories of returning to the swamp with his own children. That should be about the time my shoulder stops aching from all the paddling.

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