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Inside this issue, you’ll also get the scoop on three special getaways (p. 13). If you haven’t planned your family’s annual holiday trip yet, we’ve got you covered. One of my favorite pastimes is going to the spa for some R&R. At The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, you can schedule some tranquility time or just make s’mores with the family as you sit around the property’s campfire.

Be sure to enjoy other activities with your family like playing board games at Titan Games and Comics (p. 27) or take an interactive hike with the Jonquil City Historical Trail app (p. 27). And since it’s the season for holiday gatherings, head to the Atlanta Trilingual Academy’s Winter Festival (p. 16) for a photo with Santa.

With so many things to do, places to go, and people to know, our community is bustling with inspiring individuals and fun happenings. If you want me to meet someone or check out an event or class, email me at: editor@atlantabestmedia.com. I’d love to hear from you.

And be sure to follow us on Facebook at @MyViningsSmyrna. We will keep you informed of the latest and greatest going on right here in our very own backyard.

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It’s all about beauty and benevolence. And that’s why I truly love this issue. Our profiles (p.19)—Mimi Johnson of The Glamatory, Amanda Hair of Bob Steele Salon, and media personality Tom Sullivan—are doing great things. From keeping people beautiful on the outside to being of service to others, these three enhance our community one person at a time.

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A History of The Old Vinings Inn

Article by Gillian Greer of the Vinings Historic Preservation Society This piece of Vinings History is brought to you by The Christine Bradley Team

The Old Vinings Inn has been a staple of the Vinings Community since it’s inception. We know it as the best restaurant in town but the truth is, OVI has been many things over the years.

Later, prior to the 1990s the building was The Old Vinings Inn has been one of Vinings’ called The Norway House and was the home gems for more than a century. Although now of gift and antique shops. It was eventually one of Vinings’ finest restaurants, it was origpurchased by Mrs. Ruth Carter Vanneman, inally a general store built by Mr. Reuben HF. the great-great granddaughter of Hardy Pace.

Hill- circa 1890. On the main floor was a seed and feed room as well as the village post office. She added the second floor, creating the Forty-Forty Apartments (the size of the property The mail slot is still there today to the right of being 40x40.) After Mrs. the door. The building The Old Vinings Inn will serve a special Vanneman’s death in changed hands several 1992, it became the Old Christmas Eve Dinner times over the years. In Vinings Inn, an upscale the 1930s it was Fergu3pm-7:45pm. restaurant in the center sons’ General Store and A limited a la carte menu will be served. of Vinings.

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Meet Your Neighbors Glam Goddess

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Here, he talks about giving back and more.

Cobb County School employs more than 15,000 people.

takes locks to new levels as the CEO of Bob Steele Salon.

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On the cover: Mimi Johnson of The Glamatory offers both makeup and hair expertise to customers at her brick-and-mortar location. Photography by Will Kennedy.

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Give an extrapersonal holiday gift by having Marshmallow Dream Monogram Studio customize one of its many accessories like a stainless steel Corkcicle tumbler with the recipient’s name or initials.

Fun fact? The store’s monogrammed sun hat is a favorite of attorney Phaedra Parks, former cast member of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.”

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For an adventurous dessert without the hassle of the great outdoors, take your honey to McCray’s West Village Tavern for the Campfire Brownie, covered with marshmallows and sprinkled with graham cracker crumbs. 4500 W. Village Pl. McCraysTavern.com Sometimes being a beer snob is just what you’re looking for in a significant other.

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To give this Smyrna home an oceanside feel, Michele B. Gratch of MBG Interiors, LLC brought subtle hints of the outdoors in. Nature-inspired patterns, woven wallpaper, and shades of teal helped to achieve the coastal look.

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1. Go coastal at Sage Woodfire Tavern. The new Vinings location’s Woodfire Atlantic Salmon meal is a musthave.The fish is paired with a generous portion of crabmeat and artichoke hearts, over a bed of wild rice and sautéed haricot verts, with a chardonnay caper beurre blanc poured on top.

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3. The new Café Lucia Smyrna puts an experimental spin on the traditional latte by adding an aromatic lavender syrup, which has calming notes.

The owner of this eatery also worked with the nonprofit, Briggs & Associates, to hire adults with intellectual disabilities to serve up its coffee creations. 1260 W. Spring St. CafeLuciaAtl.com 4. Get fruity with a cool confection at Cinco Mexican Cantina.

Here, try a berrylicious dessert drizzled with agave nectar sauce and topped with fluffy whipped cream. This treat is beautifully presented in a tall martini glass. 2851 Akers Mill Rd. CincoRestaurants.com 5. Try the vegetarian options at the Irish watering hole, Meehan’s Public House.

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The character, Death, narrates the life of Liesel Meminger in war-torn Germany.

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DEC. 15 Christmas at Brawner Coat Drive Brawner Hall 5-8pm Coat donation Kids will love taking the train to see Santa but the best part is really about helping others. Donate a coat for MUST Ministries to distribute the jackets to those in need.

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JAN. 17 Smyrna’s Strategic Vision Plan Update and Workshop Taylor-Brawner Banquet Hall 6-8pm Free Join fellow citizens and share your ideas and goals about projects coming to the community in 2018 and beyond.

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FEB. FEB. 3 Amachi MedSpa Grand Opening 2285 Asquith Ave. 10am-4pm Free Enjoy mimosas and giveaways at the spa’s newly expanded space.

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Atlanta Trilingual Academy 10am-6pm $23 From train rides and bounce houses to a DJ and live performance by recording artist Marissa Landers, there is something for the whole family here.

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Brunch with the “Big Guy” Smyrna Community Center 9am-1pm $15 for Smyrna residents, $25 for non-residents Leave children (ages 4 to 8) to eat with the Big Elf himself while you finish last-minute shopping for gifts.

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Livin’ Coastal Live McCrays Tavern Smyrna 9pm-midnight Free entry, food and drink prices vary Join Barry DiMaria Jr. and his guitar for a night of tunes similar to those of greats like Jimmy Buffett and Bob Marley.

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JAN. 19-21 The Georgia RV & Camper Show Cobb Galleria Centre Times and prices vary See a huge selection of motor homes, fifth wheels, pop-ups and more.

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Smyrna Public Library 6:30-9pm Free The library will be open to guests for seasonal fun.

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The Georgia Bridal Show Cobb Galleria Centre Noon-5pm $12 advance, $15 at door Turn a blind eye to your Pinterest board so you can meet face-to-face with wedding professionals that will help make your day extraspecial.

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Jonquil Park 8am-5pm Free entry, $190 per team Groups are encouraged to dress up in their holiday best and participate in these fast-paced 25-minute soccer games.

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JAN. 13 Retirement Planning 101 Country Inn & Suites Smyrna 10am-2pm Free Dive into investment options, retirement distributions, and risk management to make the most of your golden years.

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Cobb Galleria Centre Sat. 10am-8pm, Sun. 10am-5pm Prices vary Unleash your inner speed demon at one of Atlanta’s only major indoor bike spectacles. Here, see road, track, and trail bikes.

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4135 W. Atlanta Rd. SE. 4-5:30pm Free Talk with fellow residents and give your two cents about connecting the Silver Comet Trail to the Atlanta BeltLine.

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Titan Games & Comics Smyrna 5-8pm Free Dig up your old Pokemon cards and join fellow gamers for a battle to celebrate the anniversary of the game’s first release.

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JAN. 27-28 The Great American Motorcycle Show

Bethany United Methodist Church 9-11am $8 Craving flapjacks? Fill your hungry belly while supporting the Cub Scout Pack 61.

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CobbLine, which runs through in operation since 1989. In 2016, the bus system provided more than 2.9 million passenger trips in the county.

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As a go-to makeup artist for celebrities, Mimi Johnson was used to answering last minute, late-night calls from those in need of her talent.

The self-taught beauty boss has worked her magic on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kenya Moore, rapper/record producer Missy Elliott, and other A-listers.

But once her son, Channing, came into the picture a few years ago, her priorities changed and so did her fast-paced lifestyle. “I couldn’t just work on the fly like I used to. I didn’t have the same flexibility,” Mimi says. Her love for creating fresh faces never changed though. Not only did she desire a more stable work schedule but also a brick-and-mortar location for her business to grow.

Enter, The Glamatory, a “candy store” for makeup and hair lovers.

Mimi’s goal for the boutique was to create a place for “any woman to come in and look and feel glamorous.” Plus, they can “get the things they need for their everyday routine.”

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The Glamatory also carries products from up-and-coming suits that haven’t gotten the attention of big box stores yet, including locally owned synthetic hair sensation, Latched + Hooked. “I want to be that support system for other brands,” says Mimi. “I am really all about supporting others, especially women entrepreneurs.” She’s experienced the challenges of building a business from the ground up. “I have a 5-year-old child with autism and I did not come from money. I’m a first-generation college graduate. I hope to be someone that others look up to.

I want to tell aspiring business owners, ‘Hey, you can still make your dreams happen.’”

When Mimi isn’t glamming up clients at her store, she’s helping herself look fierce with clothes from her favorite shop, Hand in Pocket. She also loves to take friends to the speakeasy inside Muss & Turner’s called Eleanor’s.

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You may know award-winning Bob Steele Salon for its chic décor, eye-catching hair color, and sleek cuts, but do you know the powerhouse CEO behind it? At 23, the green-eyed beauty, Amanda Hair, was approached by a stylist at the studio to model in a photo shoot. Soon afterward, Amanda found herself sitting in the client chair and just two years later, she interviewed for a spot on the coveted staff.

Her meeting would be with none other than the legendary Bob Steele.

Bob’s journey to a successful establishment in Smyrna required an upheaval of his initial start-up, which he opened in 1979. With no help on hand and working nonstop, he introduced a revolutionary system based on six core values—caring, community, integrity, continuous improvement, having fun, and celebration—and took the brand to new heights.

Although Amanda was applying for a hairstylist position, Bob quickly recognized her potential and asked her to work in personnel management while training to become a stylist. Three years later, Amanda realized that even though she loved being a hairstylist, her role was better served leading the company after Bob handed over the reins.

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“The salon is my favorite place aside from being home with my family. I love the people and energy of our team. It is my mission to be surrounded by and provide a stable working environment for more stylists who align with our core values.”

After 16 years, Amanda is still pushing Bob Steele Salon to be its best while taking time to mentor young women, give back to the community (Chris 180), and spend quality time with her husband Michael, and 12-year-old daughter, Leah.

A Smyrna resident since 1998, Amanda loves shopping at Heart & Sole. “It is perfect for its great selection of small trinket holiday gifts,” she says. On date night, you can find her and the hubby having a sweet tête-à-tête at Porch Light Latin Kitchen where they savor its tender—and juicy— brisket. BobSteele.com

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Get in some playtime at The Little Gym

of Smyrna. Its Parent and Child classes help boost muscle control, language development, and interpersonal skills in youngsters 4 months to 3 years old.

1290 W. Spring St. TheLittleGym.com/SmyrnaGa

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Lace up your sneakers and take the family out for an interactive hike in Smyrna.

Download the mobile Jonquil City Historical Trail app and “check-in” at different sites to see photos and information about the very spot you’re exploring.

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Through a seven-step process called Universal Mind Meditation, the Smyrna Meditation Center helps

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meditation, you’ll be encouraged to “throw away” the clutter in your mind starting with simple thoughts. 1295 W. Spring St. SmyrnaMeditation.org

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With the bar being constantly raised for the math curriculum, keeping up is a struggle for some children. Mathnasium founder, Larry Martinek, spent over three decades developing The Mathnasium Method™. Through diagnostic

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assessments, customized learning plans, and trained tutors, Mathnasium helps children make math make sense.

4600 W. Village Pl. Mathnasium.com/Smyrna

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Have a family full of gamers? Head to Titan Games and Comics on the last Sunday of every month for a day of free play.

Bring your own board games or choose from other fun activities already there (Chinese checkers, anyone?).

2512 Cobb Pkwy. TitanGamesAndComics.com

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF (1) THE LITTLE GYM INTERNATIONAL; (4) SHALINI SAWHNEY, PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATHNASIUM.

individuals and families take time to focus and de-stress. At this 90-minute guided

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VININGS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION LUNCH

SAGE WOODFIRE TAVERN’S WINDY HILL GRAND OPENING

Date: Nov. 7 | Location: The Georgian Club | Details: The Vinings Business Association recognized local veterans and provided community updates for attendees.

Date: Oct. 19 | Location: Sage Woodfire Tavern Windy Hill 11. Cobb County Chamber of Commerce members join Sage Woodfire Tavern owner, James Liakakos, at the new Windy Hill location’s ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Todd Ash, Tony Lazzaro, Joseph Malbrough Bob Ott, Carter Gooch Glenn Christian, Susan Lesesne Jamie Ryan, Sonia Mauretta Jeff Lovejoy, Jim Allen

6. Larry Thompson, Chris McNeil 7. Mani Skrikla, Miroslava Torres-Young 8. Skyla Hutchins, Savanna Padgett 9. Susan Hampton, Joel Peskin 10. Wayne Dodd, Dan Kaiser

We love connecting with you at neighborhood events. Visit our Facebook page for more photos.

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Help Keep Smyrna Beautiful by participating in the Bring One for the Chipper program.

When you drop off your Christmas tree, it will be turned into mulch, which will be placed on nature trails and more. Volunteers are also needed to assist with traffic control, counting cars, and unloading trees. To sign up, email Virginia Davis at: VDavis@SmyrnaGa.gov. 3475 Lake Dr. SE. Facebook.com/KeepSmyrnaBeautiful

at-risk high school students

(most likely to drop out of an educational institute in order to get a job to support their families) to stay in school.

Teenagers who promise to complete their studies will receive paid part-time work experience at local businesses and in the city government. For employment opportunities, email Maxwell Ruppersburg at: MRuppersburg@SmyrnaGa.gov. GPPartnership.org

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Mayor Max Bacon and the city council on how to protect the area’s local trees. You can also nominate a tree to become the Champion Tree of its species. Winning trees and their discoverers are announced at the spring and fall Jonquil festivals.

3180 Atlanta Rd. SmyrnaCity.com

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As you stroll through Vinings, you might notice the iconic white clapboard buildings. These

properties have been a part of the local scenery since 1865. By becoming a member of the

Vinings Historic Preservation Society,, you can help antebellum beauties like the Pace House stay in pristine condition.

3010 Paces Mill Rd. Vinings.org

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Join the Tree Board and help advise

Bring cheer to a disadvantaged child by sponsoring

them for the Shop with a Hero program organized by the Smyrna Public Safety Foundation. For this initiative, police officers and firefighters pair up with youngsters for a shopping excursion and holiday party.

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