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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

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I'm Feeling Stylish. How About You? WE’VE ALL HAD THAT MOMENT WHEN OUR CLOSET IS FULL BUT WE CAN’T FIND A SINGLE THING TO WEAR. Whether it’s too big, too small, or just plain last season, the perfect outfit can be difficult to find.

It’s no wonder, too. Our style is the first thing the rest of the world sees, and whether or not we want to admit it, deep down we all care a little about how the world perceives us. With style being all around us in the form of clothing, hair, accessories, home decor or even food, we bring you our September issue—have you guessed it yet? The style issue!

Whether you’re interested in a complete fall wardrobe refresh or are just looking for a few style pointers, we’re excited to share with you the stylings of Vinings. We’re not just into clothes and accessories, though. From local designers and local boutiques to style for your home, your hair and even your meals, Vinings has so much to offer

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Whatever kind of style you’re into this season, we hope this issue inspires you to enjoy the finer things in life.

Stay stylish, Vinings!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2018

FEATURES 14 Dress Up Your Plate with Wild Alaskan Salmon and Shrimp

18 Fashion Around the Corner We Shop Locally

26 Talking Taxes with Calvin Bomar A Conversation with Vinings-based Tax Attorney Calvin Bomar

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34 Fashion Instagram-style Six Influential Personalities

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Culinary Creations

26 Local Limelight 30 Lifestyle Calendar 31

Realty Report

34 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

Atlanta Regional Polo Center The Atlanta Regional Polo Center will be having polo practice from 6 to 8 p.m., every Wednesday until the end of October. The club is located Vinings on Polo Lane. Surrounded by acres of manicured grounds, an incredible polo field and featuring more than 60 playing members, the club is by far the premier polo club in Georgia. AtlantaPoloCenter.com

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This is What Getting Things Done Looks Like SERVING ATLANTA • SMYRNA • VININGS • AND SURROUNDING AREAS. “I am motivated by empowering others to accomplish what may be perceived as the impossible.”

—Dr. I. Denise Magee, Lindley 6th Grade Academy “My students motivate me. I wake up every morning thinking of them and their futures and wanted to make sure that I am advocating for all and empowering them to learn.”

“Leadership has everything to do with service. The two are so intertwined that you should not be able to clearly delineate one from the other. This desire to serve others to be their very best motivates me daily. My students motivate me. I am continually looking for ways to meet their needs by reviewing their performance data, finding and creating space for student voice, and being accessible to them.”

—Dr. Dana Giles, Lindley Middle School

—Paul Gillihan, Griffin Middle School “I am motivated by positive energy, hard work, and progress!”

—Dr. Teresa Hargrett, Floyd Middle School

“Knowing that we as an administrative team are working with the greatest teachers in Georgia to help educate the next generation of Georgians.”

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SMYRNA STUDENT TO STUDY CHINESE IN CHINA ON SCHOLARSHIP

“Even if you have insurance, most people have a high deductible to meet," she says. "This pro-

Mikaela Sanders, a high school student at The

gram can help you save immediately on those

Westminster Schools, has been awarded a National

out-of-pocket costs. This program is local, and

Security Language Initiative for Youth scholar-

it gives back. Every time the program is used,

ship by the U.S. State Department's Bureau of

a portion is donated to the Children’s Miracle

Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Network hospital in the area. Since inception,

Mikaela is one of approximately 670 students who will study Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Indonesian or Russian overseas this coming year.

Mikaela will live with a host family, study the language and experience the local culture.

The NSLI-Y program is part of a multi-agency U.S. Government initiative to improve Americans' ability to communicate in select critical languages.

we have saved Georgia residents $100 million on prescription costs."

For more information, call Joy McAdams at 678.448.6630 or visit GeorgiaDrugCard.com.

SUPERIOR PLUMBING PRESENTS: NORTH GEORGIA STATE FAIR SEPT. 20-30 As the largest fair in metro Atlanta, the Superior Plumbing North Georgia State Fair attracts 300,000 people every year from north Georgia and neighboring states. The Superior Plumbing North Georgia State Fair features live music, free attractions and shows, farm animals, flower shows, blue ribbon competitions, local entertainment and delicious fair foods. There are also games and rides on the Great James H. Drew Exposition Midway, one of the largest carnival midways in the United States, featuring the Wildcat Rollercoaster, Georgia Mountain Lift and the Mega Slide.

A covered arena guarantees concerts rain or shine, including appearances by great country and contemporary Christian artists. This year's lineup is as follows:

ANIME WEEKEND IN ATLANTA Anime Weekend Atlanta is a four-day convention

Saturday, Sept. 22: Dylan Scott Wednesday, Sept. 26: Colt Ford

held annually at the Cobb Galleria and Renaissance

Thursday, Sept. 27: Easton Corbin

Waverly Hotel. This family-friendly celebration of

Friday, Sept. 28: Montgomery Gentry

Japanese anime, manga and cosplay started in

Saturday, Sept. 29: Riley Green

1994, with the first convention held in 1995. Since

Concerts included with fair admission. For more

then, AWA has been recognized as one of the most popular Japanese animation conventions in the United States and one of the top 10 attended anime conventions in North America. In 2017, more than 31,000 people attended the event.

This year, the convention takes place Sept. 20-23.

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COBB CHAMBER NAMES JOHN LOUD AS 2020 CHAIRMAN John Loud, of Loud Security Systems, will start his term as chairman in January 2020.

John has been involved in the Cobb Chamber since 2009. In that time, he has served on the chamber’s board of directors, with roles on the finance committee and government affairs committee. John has also served on the chamber’s

Joy McAdams, vice president of regional relations

executive committee as vice chairman of marketing

for the Georgia Drug Card, is creating awareness

and communications, vice chairman of member

about a free prescription assistance program that

and community programs, and vice chairman of

can help everyone save on their prescription prices.

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AROUND TOWN (CON TI N UED)

MARIETTA SQUARE ARTISAN MARKET Enjoy this showcase of locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. It is held on the second and fourth Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. from April to November. You will get to view paintings, drawings and photography of fine artists.

Located on Mill Street adjacent to Glover Park, this art ecosystem connects local fine artists and artisans with the community adding culture and charm to the Marietta Square experience.

THE QUARTERLY CLEANUP Cobb Commission Chairman Mike Boyce joined members of the Vinings Village Civic Club at the quarterly Cleanup on July 21, followed by pizza and a welcome "cool-down."

The Vinings Village Civic Club was founded in 1919, and one of its first acts of service to the community was to clean up the Village, a tradition still carried out today with quarterly cleanups, even braving the heat of July and the ice of January.

Clearing the roadsides not only makes Vinings more attractive but helps save the county this expense.

We are always accepting submissions for announcements you’d like to see included in our Around Town section.

Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at ViningsLifestyle.com.

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DRESS UP YOUR PLATE

INGREDIENTS

WITH WILD ALASKAN SALMON AND SHRIMP

+ 1/2 ounce canola oil + Fresh jumbo asparagus, grape tomatoes, olive

PHOTOGRAPHY DONNA PERMELL

oil, kosher salt and cracked pepper

+ 6-ounce portion wild sockeye salmon + 3 jumbo shrimp + Artichokes, mayonnaise, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice

+ Lemon zest + Lemon + 1 ounce lemon butter + Fresh-cut Italian parsley

DIRECTIONS 1. Heat skillet on medium-high and add 1/2 ounce of canola oil. Cut fresh jumbo asparagus to 6 inches and add to skillet. Sautee 4 minutes. Cut fresh-picked grape tomatoes into halves and toss in a touch of olive oil, then add kosher salt and cracked pepper to taste. Roast tomatoes in oven until wilted and aromatic.

2. Hand-cut a 6-ounce portion of wild sockeye salmon and select 3 jumbo shrimp to accompany the fillet. Season both with fish spice and place onto a wood-burning grill. Cook fillet and shrimp to internal temperature of 130 degrees.

3. Toss artichokes with mayonnaise, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest. Portion out 5 ounces of mixture and bake until it reaches 160 degrees.

4. Cut a fresh lemon in half and grill cut side down until caramelized and sugars have begun to leak. Place grilled lemon above the shrimp and finish it all off with 1 ounce of lemon butter and a sprinkle of fresh-cut Italian parsley.

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Wild Alaskan Salmon and Shrimp

STYLING TIP 1

Plate asparagus on a bias.

STYLING TIP 2

Plate fresh roasted tomatoes on the bottom half of the sautéed jumbo asparagus.

STYLING TIP 3

STYLING TIP 4

Plate wild sockeye salmon on a cross bias atop the aspar-

Layer baked artichoke mixture across the right side of fish,

agus, and place shrimp tails up on the left side of the fillet.

and blister the tips of the topping with a cooking torch.

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MODEL RIGHT | The Maria ruched A-line dress, $48, compliments any figure, and the rust tone is on-trend for fall. This dress is perfect for a dinner date or a girl’s night out.

MODEL LEFT | The Leah tribal culotte jumpsuit, $48, can be worn day to night. Layered with a lightweight ruana, $34, to give a more elegant look and to keep you warm during those chilly fall nights.

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Take the Cinnamon ruffled sleeve The Gabby embroidered velvet skirt, $44, incorporates this

blouse,

season’s trending colors. The Alison smock top in teal, $34, is

Saoirse hooded ruana, $44, for a

a lightweight fabric which can be worn on or off the shoulder,

cool fall look. The Harper Heritage

making a great transition from summer to fall. The Sedona

mid-rise denim, $48, makes this

feather statement necklace, $15, contributes to this year’s

look not only casual but edgy with

tribal influence. Cordele hoop earrings, $18

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MODEL LEFT | Devon Dress, sleeveless crewneck embroidery Bainbridge Dress, navy/tan, Fillmore Paisley, $248; bamboo clutch, burnt, $188; Paisley wedge sandal, yellow, $148 MODEL RIGHT | Durham sleeveless ruffle collar pullover top, winter navy/solid, $135; Halle skirt, elastic pull-on reversible Montego skirt, medium blue/navy/coral, Casavito Seashrub, $168; Nolita raffia thong sandal, natural, $158

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Tie-front dress by Kayce Hughes, $28; cream cable knit cardigan by Maggie and Zoe, $14; chocolate boots by Rachel Shoes, $10; Handmade in Smyrna Hairbows by D’s Designs, $6

Plaid shirt and skinny chino pants by Mayoral, $17; gray booties by Vivi G’z, $37

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Smokey sea glass by Boho Gal, $52; Chima hoop earrings by Boho Gal, $34; Abo Tibetan wand necklace by Boho Gal, $38; Knot-front silk top by Cobblestone, $79; long sweater with gold thread by Cobblestone, $86; floppy fedora with braided trim

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Smyrna’s Historic Venues

Located in the beautiful 10-acre Taylor-Brawner Park at 3180 Atlanta Road Brawner Hall (circa 1910) and the Taylor-Brawner House (circa 1890) offer a unique destination for memorable meetings and events.

And, introducing the Reed House (circa 1910) located on 3.5 acres at 3080 Atlanta Road.

All venues are approximately 2 miles from I-285/Paces Ferry Road exit

For more information: BrawnerHall@smyrnaga.gov or 678-631-5545

”OUR GOAL IS TO GET EVERY CLIENT THE BEST POSSIBLE RESULT IN THEIR CASE.” -CALVIN BOMAR 2. What if I actually owe them the money?

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A TAX ATTORNEY? HOW CAN READERS FIND YOU? I have been a tax attorney for 18 years. I opened my Atlanta office in 2008 and moved to the Vinings area at Galleria Office Park in 2012.

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SMYRNA OUTDOOR MARKET

NOSHFEST

Smyrna Community Center

Temple Kol Emeth

Formerly known as the Smyrna Fresh

Noshfest's

COLOR ME FREE 5K COLOR RUN AND WALK

Produce Market, the Smyrna Outdoor

brate Jewish food and culture by

Join Georgia Cares for the 4th An-

Market is returning, this time along

showcasing

ac-

nual Color Me Free 5K Color Run!

Atlanta Road next to the Smyrna

tivities unique to Jewish heritage

The Color Me Free 5K color run is

Community Center. The hours are the

and bringing together members

a way to help free child victims of

same: 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays un-

of Cobb County’s diverse commu-

sex trafficking and have fun while

til Oct. 20. Along with returning ven-

nity in a fun two-day festival. En-

doing it. It’s a 5K unlike any other!

dors—and some new ones—there will

joy delicious Jewish and regional

GACares.org

be music and an artist most Saturdays.

foods prepared by local partners.

SmyrnaCity.com

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TREEMENDOUS PLAY HOUSES EXHIBIT

SHAKEN & STIRRED: FEINSTEIN & FRIENDS

Smith-Gilbert Gardens

Let your imagination climb! The ex-

mission

is

delicacies

to and

cele-

8 MARIETTA SQUARE ARTISAN MARKET Marietta Square

The Marietta Square Artisan Mar-

Cobb Energy Centre

ket is an open-air showcase of lo-

hibit features a series of creative,

Five-time Grammy Award-nominat-

cally created fine art and premium

interactive outdoor play structures,

ed Michael Feinstein joins forces

hand-crafted goods. It is held on the

designed and built by area stu-

with vocalist Storm Large to pres-

second and fourth Saturday from

dents and professionals. Presented

ent an unforgettable evening of mu-

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from April to No-

by Children’s Healthcare of Atlan-

sic. Performing music ranging from

vember. Enjoy the paintings, draw-

ta, the exhibition runs through the

the Great American Songbook to

ings and photography of fine artists.

end of September and is included

the music of the James Bond and

ArtistsMarketMarietta.com

in the price of garden admission.

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1 MARIETTA ART IN THE PARK Marietta Square

This fine art extravaganza features an artist market, a children’s art alley and the famous Painted Pots.

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8 BOOT’S & BBQ Red Hare Brewing Company – Marietta

MDE is entering it's 10th academic year and this year marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of Marc David Elkan who was the inspiration for the school. It's going to be a fun night of music, BBQ and

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brews benefiting the MDE School.

arts, sculptures, jewelry and wood-

Discover the latest in home de-

Proceeds will go towards the pur-

working from 175 of the country’s

cor, design, landscaping and more

chase of new school fitness equip-

finest artists. Festival guests will

at the Fall Atlanta Home Show

ment and to the renovation of the

also have the opportunity to vis-

and Outdoor Living Expo, Sept.

MDE playground.

it the unique shops and boutiques,

7-9, at the Cobb Galleria Center.

restaurants, museums and galleries.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT

VININGS

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Old Vinings Place

$2,695,000

$2,550,000

95%

0

6

9

Knob Hill

$1,695,000

$1,600,000

94%

134

5

6

Vinings

$1,495,000

$1,413,750

95%

55

5

8

Cochise

$1,195,000

$1,195,000

100%

350

6

6

Spring Hill

$855,000

$921,463

108%

7

5

5

Rivers Call

$875,000

$855,000

98%

107

6

6

Smyrna

$799,900

$801,720

101%

43

5

4

Estates at Ellis Wade

$719,900

$706,500

98%

8

6

5

Stonecrest Manor

$730,000

$700,000

96%

10

5

5

Greenwood

$689,900

$689,900

100%

3

4

5

Gates At Vinings

$725,000

$687,000

95%

15

5

6

The Preserve at Vinings Walk

$695,000

$678,500

98%

15

4

4

Highpointe at Vinings

$662,349

$630,000

95%

154

4

4

One River Place

$615,000

$604,500

98%

9

4

5

Estates At Ellis Wade

$599,000

$593,000

99%

14

5

4

Horizon

$569,900

$575,000

101%

85

2

3

Paces Ferry Park

$575,000

$550,000

96%

17

5

4

Central Garden

$550,000

$535,000

97%

65

4

3

Paces Ferry Registry

$534,900

$534,900

100%

3

5

4

Heritage at Vinings

$525,000

$525,000

100%

4

6

4

Vinings

$529,900

$510,000

96%

8

3

3

Smyrna Grove

$475,000

$475,000

100%

16

3

3

Oak Ridge Estates

$475,000

$470,000

99%

5

4

3

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SIX INFLUENTIAL PERSONALITIES ARTICLE FLAVIA TELES

INSTAGRAM HAS BECOME A FASHION CONDUIT FOR MILLIONS. The following are six noteworthy Instagrammers who may inspire your sartorial senses this season: 1. BRANDON MAXWELL, FASHION DESIGNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR High-profile women such as Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Aniston wear Maxwell’s flawlessly tailored and luxurious garments.

2. AIMEE SONG, STYLE BLOGGER, VLOGGER AND AUTHOR Song is a blogger-turned-entrepreneur who made both The New York Times Best-Seller and Forbes’ “30 Under 30” lists. Her blog’s aes-

Brandon Maxwell collection

1. @brandonmaxwell

Aimee Song's trip post

2. @songofstyle

thetic is tastefully crafted, without the pervasive egocentrism of many social media handles.

3. SCOTT SCHUMAN, FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER Schuman’s blog skillfully links the realm of high fashion to street quotidian life via eye-catching pictorials of stylish people on the go around the world. His work has been featured in GQ and Vogue Paris and is part of the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography.

4. GIOVANNA BATTAGLIA ENGELBERT, FASHION EDITOR, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND AUTHOR Engelbert’s joie de vivre is evident in her blog, chronicling her glamorous runway front-row/ behind-the-scenes insider career. Her playful style

Scott Schuman's photograph of a Londoner on Oxford Street

3. @thesartorialist

Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert's fashion sense

4. @bat_gio

and non-pretentious boldness resonate with many.

5. THE BEEHIVE, ATLANTA’S FIRST LOCAL DESIGNER COLLECTIVE “Handmade. Modern. Made local.” This oneof-a-kind boutique features Georgia brands and designers exclusively. Ranking on USA Today’s 10 Best local shopping guide, Beehive’s unique and eclectic items in apparel, skin care, and specialty jewelry and accessories will have your friends inquiring where you shop.

6. CELAI WEST, PRINT AND RUNWAY MODEL At only 10 years old, she has already modeled for New York Fashion Week, Disney, Amazon and Target; and jointly with her parents, she launched a kids’ T-shirt line named The Chatty Chick. Beauty and talent aside, what is most impressive about Celai is how she inspires girls to be authentic.

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