ATL Life Magazine Summer 2022 by ATLLifeMag

ATL Life Magazine

Summer 2022 | Issue 8 | Volume 2

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ATL Life Magazine URBAN

LIFE

CULTURE

CONTENTS [ What's Inside ] www.ATLLifeMag.com Pg 18 Brand Awareness: Miso Living

Pg 3 Publisher's Note Pg 5 P-Valley- Season Two

Pg 22 Pickle & Social coming soon!

Pg 7 Hyatt Centric Buckhead Makes it's debut Pg 13 State Farm Arena earns True Certification

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Pg 25 My visit to Kimpton Overland Hotel Pg 28 Beloved Community: African American Artists in Atlanta / Ogelthorpe University Museum

P U B L I S H E R ' S

Note Staff: CEO & President- Halo Davenport VP of Sales & Marketing- Elijah Summerour Publisher- Teia Hill

Summertime is a fun time with kids out of school, family vacations and time spent at the pool and beach. This summer no doubt everyone seems ready to get back in the swing of things! In this issue we visted and reviewed some new hotels and restuarants, attended a ground breaking for a new sports complex North of Atlanta and made time for an amazing exhibit at Oglethorpe University Museum.

Teia Hill | Publisher ATL | Miami | LA Life Magazines

We encourage you to get out there this summer and enjoy!! 3

"as lovely and joyful and frightening and poignant as anything else on TV" - New York Magazine Join the conversation with #PValley and #STARZ Twitter: @PValleySTARZ Instagram: @PValleySTARZ Facebook: @PValleySTARZ

"P-Valley" - Season Two When darkness descends upon Chucalissa, errybody & they mama must fight tooth and talon to survive. While some take flight to perilous new heights, others dig in their stilettos and stand their ground no matter the cost. Back at The Pynk, Autumn & Uncle Clifford grapple for the throne as new blood shakes up the locker room. Meanwhile, with the casino's fate hanging in the balance, the local political machine kicks into overdrive. In these unprecedented times, death and danger lurk around every corner.

The critically acclaimed "P-Valley" drama series from creator, executive producer, and Pulitzer Prize-winner Katori Hall returns for it's sophomoreseason on the STARZ app, STARZ streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the STARZPLAY premium streaming platform in the UK and key territories across Latin America. It will also premiere across Europe later this summer. Season two reveals a whole new Pynk as it struggles to remain open during a pandemic, a battle for the throne, and the possibility of some new blood shaking up the locker room. This season takes audiences deeper into the lives of the Pynk's beloved characters as darkness descends upon Chucalissa. 5

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The 218 room property makes it's Opening Debut

Photos credit: Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta

Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, is a lifestyle hotel located along the edge of Lenox Square. This 15-story hotel features 218 guestrooms, including seven suites, two dining concepts from James Beard Award-winning chef Hugh Acheson and more than 3,700 square feet of meeting and event spaces. Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta provides savvy travelers a launchpad for exploration and an opportunity to discover the magic of Atlanta’s iconic cultural and entertainment venues. The property was developed by Songy Highroads and designed by Sawyer & Company in collaboration with The Johnson Studio at COOPER CARRY. The design team took a holistic approach with Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, keeping the notion of duality top of mind throughout the public and private spaces. The property’s design was inspired by the history of Georgia’s pottery industry, with playful nods to earthenware and earthy color schemes complemented by bold graphics and eye-catching textures. The Buckhead neighborhood’s status as a fashion destination is reflected in the stylish guestrooms. From clean lines to modern furnishings in rooms, suites with 10-foot high ceilings, these petfriendly spaces feature floor-to-ceiling windows inviting the natural light and views of the Atlanta skyline into the space.

Hyatt Centric Brand’s Footprint in Famed Atlanta Neighborhood with Chef-Crafted Dining Concepts from Hugh Acheson and Christopher Wilkins, an Inviting Rooftop Bar, Plunge Pool, and Sweeping Meeting Spaces

There are two unique dining options, led by James Beard Award-winning chef and author Hugh Acheson, owner of Five & Ten and Empire State South, and Christopher Wilkins, owner of Root Baking Co. and Pizza Jeans, are part of the Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta experience. Located on the ground floor, Mount Royal, a Montreal-style steakhouse, brings the culinary complexity of Quebec to Buckhead with ingredients sourced from southeast Georgia. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner as well contactless in-room delivery. On the 15th floor rooftop is Spaceman, an indoor-outdoor lounge featuring craft cocktails and a seasonal menu of shareable dishes as well as an outdoor TV area, yard games and uninterrupted views of Atlanta’s skyline. At the center of Spaceman is the expansive bar in front of floor-toceiling windows and beneath an overhead sculpture creating a halo effect best experienced at sunset. The indoor meeting and event spaces feature more than 3,700 square feet of customizable arrangements. Event rooms have a built-in wet bar, intuitive technology, floor-to-ceiling windows, lounge seating and stunning views.

Top Left: King Guestroom; Middle: Double bed Guestroom; Bottom: Rooftop Bar Interior

For more information or to make a reservation at Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, please visit hyattcentricbuckheadatlanta.com. Follow @HyattCentricBuckheadATL on Facebook and Instagram, and tag photos with #HyattCentricBuckheadATL. 12

STATE FARM ARENA BECOMES WORLD’S FIRST SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT VENUE TO EARN TRUE CERTIFICATION

FOR ZERO WASTE

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, announced that State Farm Arena, home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks, and an award-winning sports and live entertainment venue, has earned TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) Platinum certification. With this achievement, State Farm Arena is now the only and world’s first sports and live entertainment venue in the world to receive TRUE certification.

“We are honored to receive TRUE Platinum certification from GBCI as we continue to set the standard as a global leader in the sports and entertainment industry,” said Brett Stefansson, Hawks’ EVP and General Manager of State Farm Arena. A few of the highlights that led to State Farm Arena’s TRUE Platinum certification was diverting a minimum of 90% of all waste from landfills and incineration during basketball games, concerts and events. The venue diverted more than 500,000 lbs. of waste during Hawks’ home games throughout the 2021-22 NBA Season. Lastly, the Hawks and venue worked closely with one of their proud sustainability partners, Novelis, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, who provided guidanceand operational knowledge to organize, sort and recycle aluminum and other materials. “By pursuing zero waste, State Farm Arena and the Atlanta Hawks recognize the positive impacts of reducing the amount of waste that goes to landfills helping us build a sustainable future,” said Peter Templeton, President and CEO of U.S. Green Building Council and GBCI. “Waste impacts all facets of business and changing the way that we use resources will deliver public health benefits, reduce our environmental impact and advance a greener economy. Sports leagues and teams reach large audiences and have the power to expose everyday audiences to sustainability strategies like zero waste.” The Hawks and State Farm Arena continue to lead the way in sustainable practices for sports and live event venues. In Feb. 2022, State Farm Arena teamed up with Billie Eilish and Live Nation to produce the first zero-waste sold-out event on Billie Eilish’s “Happier Than Ever, The World Tour”. In Jan. 2022, State Farm Arena announced that it diverted more than one million pounds of waste from landfills. In Nov. 2021, Novelis became the official aluminum recycling and proud sustainability partner on State Farm Arena. In June 2021, Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, announced that Game 4 of the Atlanta Hawks’ firstround playoff series last May against the New York Knicks earned TRUE Silver certification, marking the first time a sporting event has received the designation. The game was sold out with 16,458 fans in attendance. In June 2019, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced State Farm Arena, received the LEED Gold certification. At the time, thenUSGBC and GBCI President and CEO Mahesh Ramanujam presented Hawks and State Farm Arena CEO Steve Koonin with the designation plaque during the Greenbuild Atlanta Cultivation event at the venue. 16

To learn more about how the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena are leading the way in sustainability efforts across the sports and entertainment industry, visit StateFarmArena.com/sustainability 17

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WATCH THE SERIES PREMIERE OF

AUSTIN DILLON'S LIFE IN THE FAST LANE Premieres on Thursday, June 23 @ 9:30PM ET/PT on USA

Considered one of the best drivers in NASCAR, Austin is working towards a NASCAR Cup Series Championship alongside his best friend and Lead Tire Carrier, Paul Swan. Paul’s wife, Mariel, who is pregnant with their first child, is also Whitney’s longtime best friend and partner-in-crime. Both former NFL cheerleaders and NASCAR Monster Energy Girls, Mariel and Whitney are always the life of the party and balance out their husbands’ adrenaline-fueled day jobs with nonstop hijinks and fun. Closer than ever, the Dillons and Swans live fast and loud while putting family and friendship first around every turn.

The half-hour unscripted series will follow the over-the-top NASCAR lifestyle of Daytona 500 Champion Austin Dillon, along with wife Whitney, son Ace, and best friends Paul and Mariel Swan. Featuring high-stakes races, hilarious adventures and heartwarming moments at home, Austin leans on his loved ones both on and off the track as he trains and competes in the NASCAR season

“Austin Dillon’s Life in the Fast Lane” is produced by Critical Content with Jenny Daly, Tom Forman, Matthew Pickel, Ken Snow, and Eric Timm serving as executive producers alongside Tim Clark and Matt Summers for NASCAR. 21

Competitive Social Ventures Breaks Ground on first Pickle & Social Venue

THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED VENUE WILL OPEN AT THE EXCHANGE @ GWINNETT IN SPRING 2023

Competitive Social Ventures (“CSV”) announced that it has broken ground on the first Pickle & Social venue. The venue is located at The Exchange @ Gwinnett, an urban retail multi-use entertainment development in Buford, GA designed by Fuqua Development.

Pickle & Social is the ultimate hang out spot that combines craft food, signature drinks and live entertainment – along with world class indoor and outdoor pickleball courts. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the world today. Its growing popularity is largely attributed to the sport’s regional ambassadors,

as well as Pickle & Social’s ambassadors – Dave Weinbach, Lucy Kovalova, Matt Wright, Altaf Merchant, Todd Robertson & Leslie Bernard promoting pickleball and introducing the game in more and more communities. Pickle & Social offers a one-of-a-kind experience with eight premier indoor & outdoor pickleball courts adjacent to its 7,000+ square foot full-service restaurant, bar & lounge. “We could not be more excited to announce the groundbreaking of our first Pickle & Social venue,” stated Neal Freeman, CSV CEO & Visionary.

“Pickle & Social welcomes pickleball players of all skill levels to enjoy

dedicated courts, along with additional entertainment that creates a place for everyone to come together to create lifetime memories.”

MY VISI T T O

K I MP T O N O V E R L A N D H O TE L

Kimpton is a wonderful brand of hotels that I've frequented over the past few years, both in Atlanta and Los Angeles. Their standards and practices remain seamlessly the same across the board. While each property is unique, they are similar. That comes in the form of their top-notch customer & guest service, the amenities that are offered at each hotel as well as the accommodations... after all.. that's the main reason for the visit. 25

The scenery surrounding the hotel is amazing. Located near the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Kimpton Overland features 214 guest rooms, with 17 executive suites, nine Porsche track view suites with floor-to-ceiling windows all offering panoramic views of the Porsche track and airport runway. I stayed overnight in one the suites overlooking the Porsche race tack and had a front row seat to countless numbers of airplanes taking flight from Delta and Southwest Airlines. The rooms are mostly soundproof so you can't hear the planes as much as you can see them!

There is a Rooftop bar and restaurant offering a complimentary cocktail hour while you take in breathtaking views of the sky around you. There also is a 24 hour fitness center on site, as well as a heated indoor pool- which I enjoyed. With complimentary airport shuttle and free local transportation, same day laundry service, a spa and a Porsche retail store on site, it's no wonder I didn't want to leave!! A great hotel in a great location offering great amenities and services to their guests, you should definately check it out!

Reservations: Please call (470) 466-3300 or 1-800-KIMPTON www.kimptonoverlandhotel.com

BELOVED COMMUNITY

african american artists in atlanta collection

“Beloved Community” is a celebration of Black artists past and present

The Exhibition ended early June 2022. I was able to attend and capture the moment with photos of some amazing pieces from local Atlanta artists in our community...

The exhibition included 20th-century greats like Romare Bearden, Elizabeth Catlett, Hale Woodruff, Jacob Lawrence, and William Tolliver, as well as prominent contemporary artists like Shanequa Gay, whose work “La Pietá” was acquired by OUMA in 2019 through a student-led initiative to increase diversity in the museum’s permanent collection.

Many of the artists included in this exhibition were deliberately excluded from seminal exhibitions curated by major American museums during the 1960s and 1970s. Placing them alongside contemporary artists, “Beloved Community” paints a picture of the social justice movement and how it has evolved over time. 31