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Cobb Life
October 2016 Volume 12, Issue 8
EXECUTIVE PUBLISHER
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GENERAL MANAGER Lee B. Garrett
V.P. ADVERTISING Wade Stephens
EDITORIAL STAFF DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES Mark Wallace Maguire
ASST. DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINES LaTria Garnigan
CONTRIBUTORS
Therra C. Gwyn, Stacey L. Evans, Michael Venezia, Michael J. Pallerino, Meredith Pruden, Katy Ruth Camp, Nicole Price, Jennifer Morrell
PHOTOGRAPHY
Erin Gray Cantrell, Kathryn Ingall, Kelly J. Huff
LAYOUT AND DESIGN
LaTria Garnigan, Mark Wallace Maguire
PROOFREADER Nicole Price
ADVERTISING STAFF
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 32 Dental........................................................................ 12 Aqua Guard Basements............................................. 80 Arbor Terrace................................................................. 67 Atlanta Braves............................................................... 41 Atlanta Communities................................................. 77 Atlanta Fine Homes - Jim Glover............................ 51 Atlanta Lyric Theatre.................................................. 73 Brawner Hall.................................................................. 35 Broadway America...................................................... 72 Brookwood Christian School................................... 53 Casabella........................................................................ 53 Celebration Village...................................................... 45 Charter Bank of Smyrna............................................ 51 Cobb EMC....................................................................... 27 Cobb Hardware............................................................ 79 Cobb UPICK EM Football Contest.......................... 76 Cumberland Diamond Exchange.......................... 47 Dermatology Consultants........................................ 56 Diamonds R Forever................................................... 14 Dr. Boland McCamy........................................... 75 & 78 Elevation Chophouse ................................................ 46 Elon Salon...................................................................... 15 Estes Heating & Air...................................................... 26 Fabric & Fringe.............................................................. 18 Faith Designs Florist................................................... 12 Fleming Carpet............................................................. 33 Gabriel’s.......................................................................... 22 Gaines Park Senior Living ........................................ 35 Georgia Philharmonic................................................ 78 Giovanni’s....................................................................... 80 Happy Trails Pet Center............................................. 70 Harry Norman - Cobb Marietta............................... 66 Henry’s Louisiana Grill............................................... 23 Indy Style Salon............................................................ 52 Johnson Ferry Baptist Church................................. 10 Julep’s Home Décor.................................................... 55 Junior League Cobb Marietta................................. 11
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Knoke Gallery................................................................ 57 Life Grocery......................................................................8 Macland Baptist........................................................... 16 Manders Dental............................................................ 18 Marietta Plastic Surgery Center.................................3 Marietta Podiatry......................................................... 75 Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art............................... 81 Massage Envy - Windy Hill........................................ 57 Mayes Ward - Dobbins Funeral Home................. 83 Medi-Weightloss.......................................................... 29 Midway Christian Covenant.................................... 11 Miracle Method............................................................ 62 Mt. Bethel Christian Academy................................. 39 North Cobb Spine & Nerve...................................... 19 Northside Hospital.........................................................5 Pinnacle Orthopaedics.................................................9 Plastic Surgery Center of the South...................... 61 Presbyterian Village.................................................... 71 Roswell Street Baptist Church................................. 44 Salon Spa Venessa....................................................... 62 Sam’s BBQ 1................................................................... 23 Scooter’s Coffee........................................................... 22 Spring Place Pottery................................................... 77 Sterling Estates Senior Living.................................. 13 Stonehaven School..................................................... 55 Superior Plumbing.........................................................2 The Bottoms Group.......................................................7 The Hope Center.......................................................... 28 The Magnolia Room................................................... 67 The Walker School....................................................... 28 Theatre in the Square................................................ 54 USA Beauty.................................................................... 60 WellStar........................................................................... 84 West Cobb Funeral Home........................................ 17 White Rabbit................................................................. 50 Winnwood Retirement ............................................. 38 Young Creative Artist....................................................4
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Tara Guest
COBB ADVERTISING MANAGER Becky Opitz
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES
Stephanie deJarnette, Paula Milton, Jill Abbott, Katelyn Ledford, Charlene Kay, Ginny Hrushka, Kim Fowler
GRAPHICS COORDINATOR Beth Poirier
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CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Dave Gossett
INFORMATION Cobb Life is published 10 times a year by the Marietta Daily Journal and distributed to more than 30,000 homes and businesses. To subscribe, email circulation@ cobblifemagazine.com or call 770.795.5001 To advertise, contact Wade Stephens at 770.795.4001 Please send all editorial correspondence to mmaguire@cobblifemagazine.com www.cobblifemagazine.com Follow us on facebook, twitter and Instagram
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features 24 GIVE A HOOT Meet KSU’s mascot Sturgis 48 15 THINGS TO DO THIS FALL Your go-to list for adventures in and outside of Cobb 48 GOAL GETTER Get to know UGA cheerleader and Cobb resident Emily Johnson 64 MAKING MAGIC? Eddie’s Trick Shop has you covered in the costume world 74 LADY OF LOGISTICS Meet CEO Cheryl Millhouse
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20 HEALTH AND WELLNESS Healthy and tasty at Juice Me Too 30 HOME Before and After backyard spaces 36 TRAVEL Nashville offers more than music 42 SPICE A taste of gastropub Two Birds Taphouse 56 TECH Give your ears the sound they deserve 68 WINE A year of great memories
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BY MARK WALLACE MAGUIRE
Surviving the not-so-great Pumpkin craze A
nd now they are among us. Quietly smug or celebrated wildly. On television, advertisements and the radio. Their orange visage does not neither contribute, nor decimate my perspective of October. And, yet, they seem to be everywhere leaving many of us confused. Wondering what to eat for our special fall treat. What to drink. What to be. I am talking about pumpkins and the innumerable pumpkin-related products that have flooded – and continue to flood – the market the last several years. I remember growing up we celebrated pumpkins by buying one and carving a ragged, snaggle-toothed Jack O’ Lantern. But that was it as far as Pumpkin adventures in our home and in most other households I visited. We never even had pumpkin pie in my family. Putting vegetables in any sweet seemed downright blasphemous, especially
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with chocolate, vanilla, cream cheese and various fruits around. But that was then. This is now. Now, the orange vegetables have taken over and they are everywhere. Pumpkin beer, Pumpkin bread, Pumpkin muffins, Pumpkin donuts, Pumpkin pancakes, Pumpkin Vodka, Pumpkin Kale Chips, Pumpkin Ice Cream, Pumpkin Yogurt and the king of them all, Pumpkin Spice Latte (which actually would have been a great name for a band or rapper 20 years ago.) But what about the rest of us? The silent autumnal eaters who don’t care for pumpkins or pumpkin-flavored anything. Where is our vegetable of the season to celebrate and consume? Where should we turn? Late season corn? Fall squash? Acorn-flavored soup? Nope, no one makes anything crazy out of those vegetables, except for Corn Liquor of which I would rather eat pumpkin bread than taste that I-don’t-want-to-be-crazy drink. Nope. Us non-Pumpkinites sit quietly and watch the world go orange crazy for a few months. But there is hope. Perhaps in a few years, somebody will invent another, or additional, fall food to be dispensed into every dish. These days, there is always a craft market for something new. I might even do it myself, so if you see me hawking locally-sourced corn beer, hand-cut, artisanal baked squash bread or organic acorn chips, you can say I told you so. In the meantime, to my brothers and sisters in the anti-pumpkin movement, stay strong and carry on.
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Grandsons David and Liam MacPherson surprised Nancy and Bob Nancy and Bob MacPherwith a lily, orchid and stephanotis corsage and white carnation boutonson recently celebrated their niere, reminiscent of the wedding bouquet Nancy carried in their wed60th wedding anniversary ding, and the boutonniere Bob wore 60 years ago. As Bob and Nancy along with the rest of the came downstairs into the Grand Lobby, the grandchildren greeted their MacPherson Clan at the Nana and GrandBob with a big sign congratulating them on their 60th historic Grove Park Inn in Wedding Anniversary. During the evening, a special cake was presentAsheville, North Carolina. ed to the special couple by the restaurant staff. The couple wed Aug. 11, Attending the fun-filled weekend were daughter, Eve Kool; sons, 1956. Rob and Pat MacPherson along with their wives Charlene and The anniversary weekend Bridget; and the couple’s 10 grandchildren (Nancy and Michael began with a gathering in Martinez, Lucy Kool, David and Lexi MacPherson, and Liam, the pub for a light dinner James, Mary, Sean and Rose MacPherson). Grove Park Inn holds a and viewing the Openspecial meaning for Nancy, since her parents, Evelyn and George Mcing Ceremonies of the BY SALLY Millan, honeymooned there in 1929 and were treated to their own historic Summer Olympics, LITCHFIELD anniversary by the family in 1977. followed by champagne and chocolate covered strawberries compliments of the hotel. The w w w following morning most of the crew floated Sixty years ago, a group of 27 class members graduated as a part of the Campdown the French Broad River. bell High School Class of 1956. They celebrated the occasion recently with spousIt was a spectacular ride, especially for es and guests at Brawner Hall in Smyrna. The night included a delicious dinner the younger clan members who had never furnished by Simply Devine Catering and dancing to the tunes of the ’50s as well been white water rafting before. as a lot of shared stories and pictures. The night ended with “See you again in 5 The day was capped off with a fabulous years.” dinner at the Inn’s Blue Ridge restaurant.
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[NEWS & NOTEWORTHY] Cherokee Heights Arts Festival coming The Cherokee Heights Arts Festival gears up for another grand year on Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the neighborhood, a mile north of the Marietta Square and a block off Cherokee Street. It is a free event. The festival not only includes the Cherokee Heights area, but also new neighbors in Blair Valley and Montgomery Park. This year the event includes a wide swath of artists, such as painters, potters, musicians and metalsmiths. The Cherokee Heights Subdivision is a part of the Church-Cherokee National Historic District. Information: www.cherokeeheightsartsfestival.org
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Art for the Park on tap Art for the Park 2016 takes place Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 at Atlanta Country Club to benefit McFarlane Nature Park. McFarlane Nature Park is a privately-held 11-acre nature preserve in East Cobb and is open to the public. Art for the Park was established to showcase local artists across myriad disciplines, with the sale of the featured art to raise vital funds for the care and maintenance of the park. This year’s event will feature a symposium with internationally recognized wood turner Matt Moulthrop. There will also be a ticketed luncheon and fashion show featuring the designs of up and coming local designer Abbey Glass the morning of November 2. Information: www.art4mcfarlanepark.org
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[KID FRIENDLY COBB] The Georgia Ballet’s Peter Pan
J. Alton Keith Theater 2400 New MacLand Road, Powder Springs Oct. 8 (at 2 and 8 p.m.) and 9 (at 2 and 5:30 p.m.) Cost: $25-40 The classic comes to life with all its pixie dust and swashbuckling adventure in ballet form. 770-528-0881; www.georgiaballet.org
Ghoulish Makeup Tricks for Halloween
South Cobb Regional Library 805 Clay Road, Mableton Oct. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m. Ages: 5 and up Learn how to take your costume to the next level with neat makeup tricks using simple items you might find at home. 678-398-5828; www.cobbcat. org
Happy Halloween! Workshop
The Art Station Big Shanty 2050 Kennesaw Due West Road, Kennesaw Oct. 14 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Ages: 2 and up Cost: $5 Double double toil and trouble! Children will make handmade Halloween crafts. Pre-registration is required. 770-514-5930; www.artstationcobb.org
Storytelling Festival
Mable House Complex 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. How did people live, work and play before electricity? Storytellers and musicians at the Historic Mable House will take you back in time with tales of days past, and visitors can also watch demonstrations of pottery making, blacksmithing, wood carving, weaving and more. There will also be a petting zoo and hay rides. 770-819-3285; www.mabletonday.com
It’s Elementary! 3D Printed Ornaments
Mountain View Regional Library 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta Oct. 15 from 3 to 4 p.m. Ages: Kindergarten to fifth Tis the season to start preparing for the holidays early. Children will learn how to create 3D-printed holiday ornaments using Tinkercad, an easy-to-use design tool. Register by calling 770-509-4964 or visiting the Children’s Reference Desk. www.cobbcat.org
Fall-O-Ween Fest & Outdoor Movie – Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Swift-Cantrell Park 3140 Old 41 Highway, Kennesaw Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. (movie begins at sundown) When worlds collide—the supernatural, the fairytale, the fantasy or a galaxy far, far away—it’s sure to be a barrel of fall fun. Your child will have his fill of Fall-O-Ween Fest activities including carnival games and trick or treating, followed by Star Wars: The Force Awakens (rated PG-13) projected onto a giant inflatable screen. Arrive at 5 p.m. Blankets or low-back chairs are encouraged; pop-up tents, canopies or beach umbrellas are not permitted. Concessions will be available for purchase. 770-422-9714; www.kennesawparksandrec.com
Block Party
Smyrna Public Library, Meeting Room 100 Village Green Circle, Smyrna Oct. 18 at 10:30 a.m. Ages: 0-2 Help your little one develop spatial awareness and fine motor skills through playing with blocks. 770-431-2860
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West Cobb Regional Library 1750 Dennis Kemp Lane, Kennesaw Oct. 20 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ages: any Help your child develop artistic skills with this crafty class. All materials are provided and registration is not required. Younger children may need the assistance of their caregiver. 770-528-4699; www.cobbcat.org 9/16/2016 4:41:21 PM
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[KID FRIENDLY COBB] Boo Bash and Mall-Wide Trick or Treating
Town Center at Cobb 400 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy, Suite 100, Kennesaw Oct. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Kidgits Boo Bash will include giveaways, a bounce house, crafts, games and trick or treating. You must sign up for a free Kidgits membership at the mall office, beforehand or at the event. Non-food items will be provided for allergy-sensitive children. www.simon.com/mall/town-center-at-cobb
Kennesaw Mountain Artillery Demonstrations
Oct. 23 at 11 a.m., noon, 2 and 3 p.m. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw Take your curious little history buff back in time with artillery (cannon) demonstrations at Kennesaw Mountain. The 30- to 40-minute program shows the steps taken to fire cannons during the Civil War. Afterwards, the process is performed in real time and the cannon is fired. Visitors are encouraged to maintain close control of their pets during firing, as it can be loud, and prepare small children for the sudden burst of sound. 770-427-4686 x 0
Casper’s Friendly Castle
Smyrna Community Center 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon Age: Preschool It’s Halloween fun for the wee ones with carnival games, a moon walk, giant inflatable slide, magic shows, arts, crafts, face painting, hay rides around the Village Green and more. Register online at www.smyrnacity.com or call 770-431-2842.
Book Character Election
Mountain View Regional Library 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta Voting Oct. 17 to Nov. 7, event on Nov. 8 Ages: Kindergarten to fifth Introduce your little one to the electoral process. From Oct. 17 to Nov. 7, kids can cast their vote for their favorite book character in the children’s department. Winners will be announced at the It’s Elementary– Uncle Sam Wants Your Vote program on Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. The program will educate children about voting through storytelling, crafts and games. Register by calling 770-509-4964 or visiting the Children’s Reference Desk. www.cobbcat.org
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Garden Gallop 5K (and Tot Trot and Fun Run)
Oct. 29 at 7:30 a.m. The one-mile Fun Run begins at 7:30 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m. and the Tot Trot at 8:55 a.m. Benefiting the Smith-Gilbert Garden’s Foundation. All money raised will support educational programming and the live plant collection at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Runners will get free admission to the gardens on race day.
Dinner at the Depot
Depot Park 2828 Cherokee St., Kennesaw Mondays through Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It’s your last chance to feast from one of Atlanta’s top food trucks at the depot this year. Each week there will be a different children’s activity such as a bouncy house, face painter or balloon artist. Depot Park also has a playground and plenty of space to throw a ball or Frisbee. Check the Facebook page for weekly food truck and activity information. www.kennesaw.com
Six Flags Lickskillet Harvest Festival
Six Flags Over Georgia 275 Riverside Pkwy. SW, Austell Through Oct. 30, see website for times It’s a Fright Fest at night, but during the day your little goblins and superheroes will be thrilled with rides and games at Six Flags’ Lickskillet Harvest Festival. The event features arts and crafts, including paint your own pumpkin. Only children ages 12 and under are allowed to wear costumes; no masks or scary/gory costumes allowed. https://frightfest.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
Preschool Pollywogs
Oct. 26 from 11 to 11:40 a.m. East Cobb Library 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta Ages: 3-5 The 30 - 40 minute program can include stories, songs, fun activities, bean bags, Lummi sticks, and a short film. Activities are age appropriate and encourage the development of pre-literacy skills through reading, dancing, singing, and movement. No registration required. All storytimes require a participating adult. 770-509-2730; www.cobbcat.org
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[WORTH WATCHING] Before the deluge of holiday television shows and films hit the airwaves and theaters, here are a few offerings you may want to check out. — Compiled by LaTria Garnigan ‘Infer
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Out on DVD, Blu-ray and Digital HD now is “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” It’s the prequel/sequel to 2012’s “Snow White and the Huntsman” and gives viewers the Snow White tale they’re looking for. The movie stars Charlize Theron as the evil Queen Ravenna, who betrays her good sister Freya (Emily Blunt) with an unforgivable act, freezing Freya’s heart to love and unleashing in her an icy power she never knew she possessed. The Blu-ray and DVD includes an all-new extended edition of the epic action-adventure, plus exclusive bonus features that reveal the movie’s behind-the-scenes secrets.
Author Dan Brown’s latest bestseller comes to life in “Inferno.” The billion-dollar Robert Langston series find the famous symbologist (played by Tom Hanks) on a trail of clues tied to the great Dante himself. Academy Award winner Ron Howard returns to direct the film series. When Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Sienna Brooks (Felicity Jones), a doctor he hopes will help him recover his memories. Together, they race across Europe and against the clock to stop a madman from unleashing a global virus that would wipe out half of the world’s population. In theaters — Oct. 28, 2016. Facebook: www. Facebook.com/InfernoTheMovie; Twitter: @infernothemovie; Instagram: @infernothemovie; Hashtag: #InfernoMovie (Tom Hanks and Felicity Jones star in “Inferno;” Photo courtesy of Jonathan Prime/CTMG, Inc.)
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“Tracy Ullman’s Show” Oct. 28, 11 p.m. on HBO Longtime HBO staple Tracy Ullman is back with her raucous brand of sketch comedy in “Tracy Ullman’s Show.” The network veteran will star as a wide array of everyday people and famous faces in an all-new six episode series, which looks at modern life on the British side of the pond. In this new series, Ullman brings her masterful skills to take on such people as Dame Judi Dench and Angela Merkel, as well as a host of others.
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“The Walking Dead” Oct. 23, 9 p.m. ET/PT on AMC Television’s most watched drama for adults 18-49, “The Walking Dead,” returns for its seventh season. And in normal fashion, the apocalyptic drama will split its season into two parts, with the first eight episodes kicking off Oct. 23 and the final eight returning February 2017. For those who need a refresher on the past six seasons, a two-hour recap special premieres Oct. 16, 9 p.m. ET/PT. (Khary Payton as Ezekiel; Photo courtesy of Gene Page/ AMC)
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“The Swap” Oct. 7, 8 p.m. EDT on the Disney channel. A new Disney Channel original movie premieres Oct. 7 starring Peyton List and Jacob Bertrand. Ellie O’Brien (List) is trying to juggle rhythmic gymnastics and troubles with her best friend. Meanwhile, classmate Jack Malloy (Bertrand) is struggling to live up to his brothers’ hockey-star legacies and his dad’s high expectations and tough-love approach. When a text argument about whose life is easier gets out of hand, Ellie and Jack trigger an unexplainable real-life swap. As they are forced to walk in each other’s shoes, they gain empathy for one another and learn valuable lessons about their own lives. This film is based on the book by Megan Shull. (Jacob Bertrand and Peyton List; Photo courtesy of MarVista Entertainment/Ben Mark Holzberg)
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“People of Earth” Oct. 31, 9 p.m. ET/PT on TBS Wyatt Cenac (“The Daily Show”) stars as Ozzie Graham in “People of Earth.” Graham investigates a support group to write about the member’s supposed alien encounters. The more he digs into their oddball claims, the more he realizes a semblance of truth to their stories and possibly even signs that point to his own alien abduction. The onetime outsider now finds himself a part of this eclectic group of misfits, all the while struggling with the idea of knowing that life could exist beyond our world.
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“Graves” Oct. 16, 10 p.m. ET/PT on Epix The single-camera, 10-episode half-hour dramedy, tells the story of President Richard Graves (Nick Nolte), a former two-term POTUS as he embarks on a Don Quixote-like quest to right the wrongs of his administration and reclaim his legacy 25 years after leaving the White House. His enlightenment takes place just as his wife Margaret Graves (Sela Ward) decides it’s finally time for her to pursue her own political ambitions. The show also stars Ernie Hudson, Nia Vardalos, Skylar Astin, Helene Yorke, Chris Lowell, Callie Hernandez and Roger Bart. It is produced by Lionsgate Television. *Epix is a Twitter: @GravesEPIX; Hashtag: #Graves vailab
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“Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency” Oct. 22, 9 p.m. ET on BBC America Penned by Max Landis and from the producers of “The Walking Dead,” comes this comedic thriller that follows the bizarre adventures of eccentric “holistic” detective Dirk Gently (Samuel Barnett) and his reluctant assistant Todd (Elijah Wood). This season, Dirk and Todd make their way through one big, seemingly insane mystery, crossing unlikely paths with a bevy of wild and sometimes dangerous characters, each episode landing them a few random steps closer to uncovering the truth. It is an adaptation of Douglas Adams’ successful comic novels of the same name. Twitter: @DirkGentlyBBCA; Hashtag: #DirkGently (Photo courtesy of Bettina Strauss/BBCA)
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Neuropathy Symptoms Do You Suffer From? If You Suffer From A Single One Of These Torturous Symptoms – Numbness, Tingling, Or Sharp Nerve Pain – THEN THE FACTS BELOW MAY BE THE MOST IMPORTANT YOU HAVE EVER READ IN YOUR LIFE! Neuropathy affects every part of your life -- walking, sitting, and even sleeping.
Listen to what some of our patients have to say about it:
Maybe you've had multiple tests, only to find out no one has any idea what you have. Maybe you've even been put on a drug with heavy side effects.
"I came into NCS&N with extreme leg pain that caused a lack of sleep and decrease in activity. Now that I have been getting care I have a lot less pain and I am able to be more active. What amazed me the most is that I don’t have to take any medication and I feel that my nerves have healed a lot!" Thank you, Billy Johnston
Do you have any of the following symptoms... • Pins and needles feeling • Numbness in the hands or feet • Tingling or burning sensations • Weakness in the arms or legs • Sharp shooting or burning pains If so you may have a condition called peripheral neuropathy. My name is Dr. Amy Valente, D.C., and I've been helping people with neuropathy and nerve problems for years. More than 20 million Americans suffer from peripheral neuropathy, a problem caused by damage to the nerves that supply your arms and legs. This painful condition interferes with your body's ability to transmit messages to your muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. If ignored or mistreated, neuropathy can lead to irreversible health conditions. Why not get help by those trained to correct the major cause of peripheral neuropathy?
" I originally came into the office seeking relief for symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy. Since receiving treatments I have less pain, tingling and numbness in my legs and feet. I can walk longer, farther and my mobility has really improved! The doctors and staff here are very friendly and I am thankful for their concern of my wellbeing." Thanks, Theresa Oglesby
How To Find Out If This Will Work For You It’s time for you to find out if chiropractic will be your neuropathy solution.
For 14 days only, $20 will get you all the services I normally charge new patients $250 for! What does this offer include? Everything. Take a look at what you will receive:
Data from the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Job Analysis of Chiropractic lists arm and leg neuropathy as the second most common nerve problem treated by chiropractors.
• An in-depth consultation about your health and well-being where I will listen…really listen…to the details of your case.
Often neuropathy is caused by a degenerating spine pressing on the nerve roots. This can happen in any of the vertebral joints from the neck all the way down to the tail bone.
• A full set of specialized x-rays to determine if a spinal problem is contributing to your pain or symptoms… (NOTE: These would normally cost you at least $100).
The Single Most Important Solution To Your Neuropathy
• A thorough analysis of your exam and x-ray findings so we can start mapping out your plan to being pain free.
By using gentle techniques, I'm able to release the pressure that has built up on the nerve. This allows the nerve to heal and the symptoms to go away.
• You’ll get to see everything first hand and find out if this amazing treatment will be your pain solution, like it has been for so many other patients.
Here's What To Do Now The offer is only good until October 31, 2016. Call today 678-574-5678 and we can get you scheduled for your consultation, exam and x-rays as soon as there’s an opening. Our office is located at 3451 Cobb Pkwy, Suite 4, Acworth, GA 30101 (on the corner of Mars Hill and 41). When you call, tell the receptionist you’d like to come in for the Neuropathy Evaluation so she can get you on the schedule and make sure you receive proper credit for this special offer. Sincerely, Dr. Amy Valente, D.C. P.S. At our office, we have specialized treatment programs for treating patients who suffer from neuropathy. Why suffer with years of misery? That’s no way to live, not when there could be an easy solution to your problem. Don't live in pain when we may have the solution you've been looking for all along.
• A complete neuromuscular examination.
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The appointment will not take long at all. And you won't be sitting in a waiting room all day either.
CALL TODAY!
678-574-5678 North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute 3451 Cobb Pkwy Ste. 4 Acworth, GA 30101
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[HEALTH & WELLNESS]
...juice bar
SQUEEZES new life into Cobb
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“OUR MOTTO IS — ‘WE’RE IN PURSUIT OF YOUR HEALTH.’” Juice Me Too co-owner Bondine Leonard uttered those words against the active background noise of the juice bar, which she runs with her daughter and business partner Patrice Landers. The morning of our interview was relatively quiet for the Austell-based business, save for the occasional customer delightfully known by name or order, a welcome break for our editorial invasion. It’s been two years since the juice bar opened its doors to the public and momentum hasn’t seemed to fade. The location could have something to do with that. It is perfectly positioned across the parking lot from an LA Fitness, and throughout the morning we saw several customers who looked to be dressed for the gym come in and purchase their goodies. “I wanted to be in the Cobb area because I knew they didn’t have anything over here,” said Patrice. “One of my friends was working at LA Fitness and said they were moving to Brookwood Square Shopping Center and I dropped everything and came over here.” That decision has paid off. Since opening, Patrice and Bondine haven’t had to market the business at all. The relatively small location packs a big punch. They offer freshly made and packaged, cold-pressed juices in either an 8-oz or 16-oz size, made-to-order smoothies of your own flavor choices or you can
pick from one of the many concoctions on display, and a variety of vegan-friendly meal options — which have outpaced the juices in sales. A sample of the meals include: kale salad, walnut meat wrap (It’s delicious!), veggie wrap, tropical (acai) bowl, peanut butter bowl, signature oatmeal and avocado pudding. With the arrival of fall, customers can see a slight switch up of the menu, with Patrice saying they will begin to offer a couple of warm items, along with local coffees and teas. An example is the new nourish bowl that includes a lot of protein — spinach, beets, quinoa, chick peas, avocado, scallions — and is topped with hummus and a tahini dressing. “Fifteen percent of our sales are in juice and everything else is in food. Everything we create is out of love and a lot of our customers said they try to do this at home and it doesn’t turn out right,” joked Patrice. You could shop at Juice Me Too for the great tasting food or juices, but perhaps one of the main reasons could be your well-being. Patrice noted the majority of their customers are paying more attention to their health, even if they are hesitant of a little green drink. “Definitely more consumers now are being concerned about their well-being,” said Patrice. “With Juice Me Too what brings customers back is the cus-
Opposite page: Kale salad topped with apples, craisins, feta cheese, carrots, cucumbers, granola and house-made tahini dressing with walnut meat on the side — paired with the Sunrise Blast juice.
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tomer service. The food is good and even those who are scared to drink a green smoothie, we tell them the spinach just makes it green and they’re excited about that.” Patrice and Bondine are a dynamic duo of ownership for the healthy eatery. While Patrice can be credited with the great tasting recipes, Bondine brings the necessary medical knowledge to the mix as a veteran nurse — something that has helped the business flourish. Bondine is also no stranger to entrepreneurship. While being a nurse for the past 32 years, she was also a small business owner once before, having opened a gym in the late ‘90s. “I opened the gym because you started seeing a trend of obese people and I was concerned about their health.” That same concern and care has carried over to her work at Juice Me Too. Using her healing knowledge of food, Bondine helps to determine what ingredients are helpful for certain ailments. “When you go to the doctor they want to find out your nutrition and exercise history,” she said. “Because what we get in, that’s what’s gonna be put out.” Bondine strives to help heal the customer’s whole mind, body and spirit. “I want people to feel better, because if you don’t feel good you can’t reach your potential.” While still enjoying their two-year success, Patrice and Bondine steadily have their eyes on the future and that future includes franchising, not only around the metro area, but internationally as well. Patrice has her eyes set on opening a flagship location on the island of St. Maarten — the namesake of one of their popular juices. “St. Maarten is a place we’ve visited in the past 16 years and we’ve fallen in love with it,” said Patrice. “We’d like to establish a chain in the Caribbean and work with the farmers and cultivate fruits and vegetables and create meals from what they grow there.”
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Juice Me Too 3999 Austell Road, Suite 721, Austell (678) 483-6145 www.juicemetoo.com
Above from left, owners Bondine Leonard and Patrice Landers. Far left, the most popular juices — Green House, Pineapple Pete, St. Maarten’s Island and Sunrise Blast. Left, a sampling of the energy bites and a bowl of the signature oatmeal with banana, strawberry, coconut, chia seeds and a drizzle of agave.
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Located in the Kroger Shopping Center between Kroger & Belk across from Avenue of West Cobb
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What a Hoot! Meet KSU’s mascot
Sturgis
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By Michael J. Pallerino Photography courtesy of KSU
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Pigeons. Not many kids growing up in Willmar, Minnesota, would admit to sneaking them into their room at night and hiding them on a shelf in the closet. But, truth be told, Daniel Walthers was not any other kid.
Just how good was his whole Operation Pigeon initiative? Would you believe that it would be several decades later before his mom ever found out what he had done. These days, Walthers’ love of birds (and animals, in general) gives him unprecedented access to all kinds of cool things. For example, along with his nocturnal sidekick, Sturgis the owl, Walthers gets to pace the sidelines at every Kennesaw State University home football game. Sturgis, a Eurasian Eagle Owl, is from the same family as the Great Horned Owl. He came to Walthers at three weeks of age after being shipped from his owners in New York. For the past three years, Walthers has worked with Sturgis religiously. “Because most owls wouldn’t be comfortable in these settings, Sturgis has been trained since he was born. We imprinted him immediately, so he is very comfortable with humans. The bond grew stronger with every week of training.” A major part of Sturgis’ training was to get him accustomed to all of the sights and sounds he’d experience during a game or event, including smoke, fireworks, pompoms, flags, large video screens, drones, cheering fans, cars, etc. The routine comes in handy with all the photo
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Above, the bird’s eye view: Sturgis eyes KSU’s football coach Brian Bohannon during a press conference. Opening page: Sturgis with KSU Athletic Director Vaughn Williams. ops he does before games and his multitude of tailgating appearances, including the Owl Walk, where Walthers and Sturgis lead the team into the stadium at the beginning of each game.
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Above, Sturgis in action at a game. Top, Sturgis with Georgia sports icon Vince Dooley. “The most exciting thing we’ve done was the coin toss at the very first home game,” Walthers said. “It was something that only happens once. Everything was new and exciting with a lot of new beginnings – first ever mascot, new football team, new stadium.” Walthers, who works with veterinarians, zoos, rehabilitation facilities, and various animal trainers, breeders and customers from all over the continental United States, raises and trains Eurasian Eagle Owls at his ranch outside of Commerce, Georgia. Each spring during breeding season, he would contact KSU assistant athletic director Lauren Katovsky about having Sturgis serve as a mascot. Two years ago, his efforts paid off, when KSU and new athletic director Vaughn Williams committed to a meeting. “Vaughn fell in love at first sight,” Walthers said. “He has since said it was one of the best things he’s ever done. We love working with them. It’s more like a family.”
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UP CLOSE WITH THE OWL Cobb Life gets the exclusive Q and A with KSU’s top bird What’s the hardest part about being a mascot? Since I’m a night owl (nocturnal) – I have to stay awake. I’m really looking forward to our two evening games this season.
fine fellow and full of wit and mirth.
Do you have a favorite band? I like The Eagles and The Yardbirds because they are like fellow feathered friends of mine. The Black Crowes are great since some of their members are from Cobb County. And, for a laugh, I enjoy Flight of the Conchords.
How do you spend your downtime? Riding my recumbent trike, horseback riding, hover boarding, and taking long walks with my trainers, Daniel and Matthew.
Do you have any other owls you look up to? Hedwig from the Harry Potter books is a good owl and a helper. I also like The Owl from Winnie The Pooh. Though he is not given a proper name, he is a
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Who is your role model? Who? Who? Get it? Just kidding. Scrappy — the other KSU mascot — is like a big brother to me.
What’s the best part of being a mascot? My handler/trainer gets to park my Sturgis mobile in front of the stadium for every home game. I also love to be able to share all my knowledge of Sturgis to all the wonderful fans.
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[HOME]
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Great Outdoors written by Meredith Pruden photography by Erin Gray Cantrell It’s officially fall in Cobb County and the weather is perfect for al fresco living. Whether gathered around a fire pit roasting s’mores or entertaining friends and family around an open-air kitchen, there’s no better time of year to take the party into the great outdoors and spend some time communing with Mother Nature. We found two Cobb families who planned ahead to ensure their outdoor entertaining spaces would be restful oases (and a hit with guests, too) this season.
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Opposite page: The newly added pavilion is a perfect place for entertaining year round equipped with an outdoor fireplace and grill. This page: The Ridgway’s newly renovated backyard allows them to have an open entertaining space with added privacy.
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The Ridgways When East Cobb homeowners Dustin and CJ Ridgway first bought their home, the backyard was a large, blank canvas. The couple created a lovely DIY fire pit and a handful of adorable river rock flower beds themselves to spruce up the space but also dreamed of having a hot tub. After pulling the trigger on the concrete pad for the hot tub, the Ridgways realized they wanted more and called Lassiter High graduate Jeff Walker of Space Invaders home renovations to help. Walker does all kinds of home renovations and remodeling, but designed and built a privacy wall and floating deck based off the Ridgway’s feedback for this project. “We have a neighbor pretty close,” Dustin said. “The sole purpose was to feel private while still being in suburbia. We love it and are out there nonstop.”
Left: From left, homeowners Dustin and CJ Ridgway with landscape architect Jeff Walker of Space Invaders. Top of the page: The backyard makes a smooth transition from the sitting area to the new fire pit. Right: The patio furniture gives a nice pop of color and complements its surroundings.
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“The sole purpose was to feel private while still being in suburbia. We love it and are out there nonstop.�
Jeff Walker Space Invaders jeff@spaceinvadersatl.com www.spaceinvadersatl.com (coming soon)
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The Kirks Marietta homeowners David and Tammi Kirk dreamed for months of maximizing the small, sloped backyard space of their newly-constructed home. The couple knew what elements they wanted and shopped around before circling back to their amenable first meeting with Ronald Skeean, Jr. of Casual Image in East Cobb. Casual Image is an outdoor living specialist firm with a subsidiary called Outdoor Lifestyles. Together, the sister companies can concept, design, build and furnish everything from pools and hardscape to outdoor fireplaces and kitchens. For the Kirks, that meant bringing a pool, patio and covered outdoor kitchen and fireplace, as well as all the seating and shade products, into what originally was a completely bare space with only a small concrete patio. “It’s a sanctuary,” Tammi said. “There’s nothing better than lighting a fire and looking at the stars and the animals. “It’s been perfect. Everything Ron did has been above our expectations.”
Top of the page and opposite page: The small backyard pool has a tropical feel and is a perfect place to cool off on a hot day. Above and left: The newly added pavilion is a perfect place for entertaining year-round and is equipped with an outdoor fireplace and grill.
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Ronald Skeean, Jr. Casual Image 770.971.5605 rskeean@casualimage.com www.casualimage.com
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[TRAVEL] 1 City, 3 Ways
NASHVILLE
There’s more to the city than country music. Come discover its hidden jewels. By Nicole Price
If you’re from the South, chances are you’re aware of Nashville’s musical heritage. Nicknamed “Music City,” this popular destination just four hours north (13.5 million visitors in 2015, according to Heather Middleton, vice president of public relations for the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation) is where country music took root and sprouted some of the genre’s most well-known acts, including Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and pop starlet Taylor Swift. But there’s more to Nashville than country music. Today, it’s multi-genre, home to rock bands Kings of Leon, The Black Keys and singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow, as well as hip neighborhoods, and fantastic food and culture, all worth a well-planned getaway or last-minute jaunt. Here’s how to explore the city like an insider. Photography by Nicole Price and Nashville Convention & Visitors Corporation
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ART LOVERS
The Parthenon
Start your visit with a visual bang at The Parthenon, the world’s only full-sized replica of the Greek original. Located in Centennial Park, Nashville’s urban oasis, The Parthenon was built as a temporary structure for the 1897 Tennessee Centennial Exposition and eventually reconstructed for permanent use. It houses a massive 42foot Athena, as did its predecessor, and four art galleries, one of which highlights American artwork. Fun fact: Parts of the 2010 film “Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief” were filmed here. www.parthenon.org
Alan LeQuire Gallery
After taking in The Parthenon, head to the Alan LeQuire Gallery to check out the work of — you guessed it — artist Alan LeQuire, who sculpted the aforementioned Athena and just unveiled one of his newest works, the Tennessee Woman Suffrage Monument, a sculpture honoring the suffragists who worked to ensure the state’s support of the 19th amendment, in Centennial Park. Bring your supplies and join LeQuire on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. from September through November or February through June for an open session. www.lequiregallery.com
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Celebrating 15 years this year, the 24,000-square-foot Frist Center for the Visual Arts (formerly an art deco-style U.S. Post Office) features numerous exhibitions and offers films, family activities, and workshops galore. If you can leave for Nashville this Friday, you’ll catch “Bellissima! The Italian Automotive Renaissance, 1945-1975,” ending Oct. 9. The exhibit showcases sleek and sexy cars and motorcycles from the post-World War II era, a sure bet for car enthusiasts. “Women, Art and Social Change: The Newcomb Pottery Enterprise,” through Nov. 6, celebrates the women and work of Tulane University’s former women’s college and features 180 objects, many in the popular Gulf South style. Upcoming exhibitions include “Samurai: The Way of the Warrior” and “Harmony Korrine: Shadows and Loops.” www.fristcenter.org For more viewing pleasure: Wrap up your artistic sojourn with a self-guided mini gallery crawl on Nashville’s Fifth Avenue of the Arts downtown, home to The Arts Company, The Rymer Gallery and Tinney Contemporary.
FOODIES
Martin’s Bar-B-Que
This local favorite has two locations, one of which just opened downtown and features a fabulous backyard beer garden that’ll make you feel like you’re, well, in your backyard. You’ll find all of the barbecue essentials here — pulled pork sandwiches, chicken and ribs — and food that’s fresh as can be and never frozen because there’s no need. Owner Pat Martin says, “If you’re not running out [of food] every day, you’re not doing something right.” www.martinsbbqjoint.com
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
You can’t visit Nashville without indulging in hot chicken, the city’s signature dish. Plates start at $8.50 at this Music City staple and include bread and pickles, two sides and a drink. Don’t be a chicken and order the not-hot-at-all “Southern” heat level — go nuclear with “Shut the Cluck Up!!!” Their creamy banana pudding, with just the right balance of bananas and wafers, will quickly soothe your fiery taste buds. www.hattieb.com
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The Southern Steak & Oyster
This trendy and busy eatery is the perfect place to see and be seen, and grab a creative cocktail while you’re at it. Try the Zydeco, with mango rum, lime juice and a jolt of fresh jalapeno that hits you at first sip, or the Blackberry Mountain Tea, a moonshine and sweet tea concoction that’ll have you blessing everyone’s heart if you’re not careful. Try the Whisper Creek Tennessee Sipping Cream during brunch hours for a milky delight. www.thesouthernnashville.com Extra edibles: Coffee addicts will delight in Barista Parlor Golden Sound’s (co-owned by The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach) menu. Nice meets Nashville at Le Sel, a casual French spot. Unleash your inner kid at Las Paletas, which serves the frozen treat — similar to popsicles but much more gratifying — in several mouth-watering varieties.
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MUSIC JUNKIES
The Musician’s Hall of Fame
Most music junkies aren’t satisfied with just knowing who sings a song; they need to know the men and women behind the music. The Musician’s Hall of Fame meets that need, introducing visitors to some of the guitarists, drummers, pianists, and other session musicians who helped craft some of the greatest recordings of all time. Cool factor: The museum is organized by the cities that played a significant role in America’s musical history — Detroit, Memphis and, of course, Nashville, to name a few. www.musicianshalloffame.com
Third Man Records
Launched by The White Stripes’ lead singer and guitarist Jack White in Detroit in 2001, the Nashville outpost opened in 2009 and houses label offices, a record booth and a storefront that feels like you’re trapped inside of a Pittsburgh Steelers jersey. Black and yellow reign supreme here — the walls, décor and almost everything else, including employee attire, is bumblebee-esque. It’s easy to blow all of your “spending money” here on vinyls, tchotchkes and other merchandise, but be sure to allot $20 for the Record Booth, a refurbished 1947 Voice-o-Graph machine where you can make a two-minute recording and leave with a six-inch phonograph disc of your Billboard-bound ditty. www.thirdmanrecords.com
Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp (800) 657-6910 www.visitmusiccity.com
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More music to your ears: Download the Nashville Live Music Guide app to pinpoint who’s playing where. Enjoy a classical, pop, jazz and/or world music concert at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, home to the Nashville Symphony. In the mood for another museum? Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Nashville Jazz Workshop
Housed in a former meatpacking facility, this hidden gem represents the B side of Nashville, bolstering its growing reputation as a multi-genre “Music City.” Jazz education and performance are the cornerstones of the Nashville Jazz Workshop, with live music — in the aptly named Jazz Cave — a weekly occurrence and students as young as 10 and as seasoned as 94 enrolled. www.nashvillejazz.org
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WORTH THE EXTRA GAS
If you have time, literally drive someone to drink on a trip to the famed Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg, 1.5 hours southeast of Nashville. Yes, you can buy Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey almost anywhere (more on that later), but you can only see how it’s made here, where 88 barrel houses with at least 1 million gallons of whiskey each serve as the backdrop to a behind-the-scenes tour detailing the entire process. But there’ll be no purchases, unless it’s a special commemorative bottle or whiskey-infused fare from Lynchburg Square — surprisingly, the beverage giant is headquartered in a dry county. www.jackdaniels.com
An alternative is a 1.5-hour trek southwest to Lynnville, a city boasting 59 properties on the National Register of Historic Places — an antique road trip indeed. Board a locomotive, caboose, passenger or flat car at the Lynnville Railroad Museum, then stop by the Whitehorse Trading Company to peruse vintage wares and enjoy a simple but satisfying lunch, followed by a literal hot chocolate cookie that gets its spice from cayenne pepper and cinnamon wrapped in Ghirardelli chocolate (or settle for a decidedly tamer molasses-tinged ginger cookie). Wrap up your visit across the street at Colonel Littleton’s, “Purveyor of Fine Leather Goods & Accouterments,” where you can purchase Tennessee-made briefcases, luggage, purses and other accessories. If you’re lucky, you may even meet Littleton himself, who’s quite the charmer! www.lynnville.org, www.whitehorsetradingcompanytn.com and www.colonellittleton.com
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[IN MY CORNER]
“You are what you do, not what you say.”
~ Myleik Teele
By LaTria Garnigan In searching for a topic this month, I decided to look for a notable day in October. Yes, I know Halloween is most thought of, but I wanted to take a different route. I happened upon just about every kind of ‘day’ you could imagine, but Do Something Nice Day — which is apparently celebrated on Oct. 5 — struck a chord. Now this is a first, but alas I was intrigued. Let’s all be honest, each one of us could stand to benefit from a nice gesture these days. Whether it originates from a stranger or loved one, a kind word or deed can go far. I will go on record as saying that I often avoid watching or reading the news, depending on my level of sensitivity that week. There has been incident after incident in the world — running the gamut of severity — that can and will envelop you and have you feeling down and hopeless. But just when you think, “Gosh, what can happen next?” a bright spot emerges. It can be as small as someone buying your cup of coffee in the drive-thru line at your local coffee shop. Or finding a forgotten-about $20 bill in a coat pocket. Or receiving
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unexpected kudos at work. No matter how big or small the gestures, they all yield the same result: a spark of hope. So imagine what would happen if we intentionally took that joy that we’ve all felt and decided to extend the feeling onto someone else. It could be life-changing and quite miraculous.
“Devote a slice of your energies toward making the world suck less every week.” ~ Shonda Rhimes
I’m not going to sit here and tell you how to “do something nice” or even what to do. But I like the idea of recognizing this day and seizing it as an opportunity — and personal challenge — to not focus on the ills of the world, but the bright spots. As my auntie in my head Oprah Winfrey once said, “If you want to feel good, you have to go out and do some good.” I don’t know how much attention Do Something Nice Day has ever received, but wouldn’t it be nice if we gave it a try? You are hereby challenged.
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[SPICE]
birds of a
feather New gastropub brings new flavor onto the Marietta Square
written by LaTria Garnigan // photography by Erin Gray Cantrell
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Left, Executive Chef Justin Balmes’ scallops dish. Center, Lauren Smith whipped up the Honey I Drunk The Kids signature cocktail. Right, half of the ownership team Rachel Byrd and Lauren Smith.
Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name. That’s exactly the feeling the owners of Two Birds Taphouse want to evoke. The Marietta Square’s newest gastropub is a hybrid of fine dining-like offerings, thanks to Executive Chef Justin Balmes, mixed in with your favorite bar. at the helm
DR. MICHAEL LEWIS, Lead Pastor
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Walking into the gastropub feels like family, which makes sense seeing as how it’s owned by one. Owners Rachel and Jeff Byrd, along with their son Dan and his fiancée Lauren Smith, make up the team. And they’ve got this down to a science. What would seem tricky navigating with such a large group, they’ve managed to execute with precision. Dan & Jeff came up with the concept. Jeff, the group-proclaimed craft beer lover is in charge of the malt beverage offerings as well as finances. Dan is all about the aesthetic — lighting, design elements, bar stools and fabrics. Lauren, who has a background in the restaurant industry is in charge of operations and hiring and training staff. Rachel was instrumental in procuring the licensing and paperwork needed and overseeing construction with the contractors and architects, as well as curating the wine list with Lauren. The Byrds have called Marietta home for almost 31 years. Dan, who moved to California at 18, has been steadily working as an actor (“Cougartown,” “Mad Men,” “Scandal”). He said this was an opportunity to realize a dream of working with his family. “Food and drink is a passion that we all share and a business that my fiancé was very well versed in given that she’s been opening and operating them for several years so it seemed like an obvious choice. Also, the idea of stepping outside of my comfort zone and attempting something completely foreign was a motivating factor.”
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If you walk in and feel as if it’s your neighborhood spot, that’s on purpose. The Byrds have a clear vision of Two Birds being engrained into the area for years to come. “We want this to be here 20 years from now,” said Rachel. Dan agrees that it’s all about the community first and foremost. Also, UGA fans they hear you — Rachel is dedicated to making this the Georgia bar on the square. Make her proud. Along with football, they’re looking into having trivia nights, live entertainment and possibly karaoke.
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perfecting the palate While the concept may have been created around craft beer, the food has taken over and constructed a life of its own. In a nutshell, it’s spectacular. From the plating to the robust flavors, you feel as though white linens should be draped over the tables and that you need to come to dinner in your Sunday best. Justin uses care and concern in sourcing the freshest ingredients for the Southern-inspired small plates. The menu is short and sweet. No overcrowding of choices here. The Burger is a staple — Justin said they can’t make enough of them. Dry aged, pasture raised beef is topped with an optional fried egg, gouda, bacon, charred sweet onion, smoked mushroom on a brioche bun and side of fries with a tangy aioli dipping sauce. And if that doesn’t tempt you, then the pan-roasted scallops topped with smoked tomato jam on a bed of black eye pea/bean/sweet corn succotash sure will. Justin came in and matched the family’s vision of cuisine perfectly, which in turn matches with their craft beer, cocktail and wine lists. “That vision was never fully realized until Justin came on board with this distinct, creative menu that he and his team execute perfectly day in, day out,” said Dan. “I think that’s when it all really started to make sense to us and our identity was officially formed.” Left, The Burger. Below, the Peach & Blackberry Crisp with streusel, sweet corn ice cream and thyme.
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pour it up The cuisine may have taken a front row to taste buds, but the refreshment offerings are what bring in the crowds. They have taken care in curating a specific list of craft beer selections on tap. Twenty beers are offered, with 16 of them being from Georgia and the surrounding Southeast area. You’ll recognize local names like Burnt Hickory and Red Hare. The taps are switched out each week, and Lauren said they are looking to incorporate beer dinners and tap takeovers in the near future. For the cocktails, Lauren and Dan had fun with those. The duo created just about every drink on the menu. There are eight signature cocktails, including the first one that went on the menu, Honey I Drunk The Kids. There’s a special off-menu item that Lauren says lets them know true fans and followers of the restaurant: the Adult Coke Float, featuring pecan vodka and cherry liqueur. “It’s not on the menu so we really only make it for people who have heard about it on social media or word of mouth.” If wine is more your speed, then you’ll appreciate Two Birds’ selection, which Rachel and Lauren made sure pairs well with the food. And as the menu changes with the seasons, so will the wine list. The fall brings more full-bodied whites and reds. They began with about 20 wine choices and will add a few more as fall continues.
The focus on craft beer is evident when approaching the bar. Right, a selection of the 20 local beers on tap. Above, the Byrds made sure to locally source even the chairs, stools and tables. Great care was also taken in choosing design elements such as the lighting.
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Right now the gastropub is open only for dinner (Tuesday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to midnight; Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.), but is considering opening for lunch and earlier on the weekends for those Georgia games. With a very active Instagram page, they’ve been able to draw in a unique crowd, and feedback from the community has been positive. “We’ve had a lot of people call us a modern day Cheers,” said Lauren. “We already have an awesome group of regulars who come in and that makes it so much better.” Mission accomplished.
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Justin’s take on the southern-inspired cuisine at Two Birds is in line with the vision created by the Byrds, as well as his own design. Fresh is best in his book, whether you’re talking about ingredients or preparation. “My personal philosophy towards food and cooking is to source the best possible ingredients and prepare them with respect.” Not to slight any of his dishes, Justin — of course — can’t pick a favorite, but diplomatically says he loves them all. And so will you. However, if you’re wondering what the customers love, its hands down The Burger, which he can’t seem to make enough of. With the weather cooling down, expect some heartier dishes with an emphasis on braising and slow cooking. “We are looking to expand the menu and change up seasonally. And then within each given season, there will be rotation.”
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Summer leaves us when the leaves fall but that’s no reason to hibernate. Autumn ushers in one of the most pleasant times of the year in North Georgia. Whether you want to be laid back, learn something or have fun,
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Cave in to your curiosity and explore the unique limestone caves of Northwest Georgia. You will walk, wade, climb and crawl underground, accompanied by an experienced guide. You’ll get wet and muddy and have an adventure to talk about for a long time to come. There are several Wild Cave Tours, lasting one, two and four hours starting 10 a.m. daily in October. Must be six years or older. Cost is $30 to $60, plus $5 parking fee. Reservations required. Helmets, headlamps, kneepads and gloves provided. Where: Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn, Georgia. Info: 706.913.7170 or georgiagirlguides.com
The family that thrifts together, saves together. Thrift shopping is a fun way to find gently used items from appliances to school clothing at great savings. Kids enjoy the treasure hunt aspect of thrift stores. One benefit of thrifting is it can be a gift to others. Many outlets are also non-profits and the money that comes in goes to community causes. St. Vincent DePaul Georgia has thrift stores in Kennesaw and Marietta. Funds raised at both locations stay in Cobb to help individuals and families in need. If you have a soft spot for homeless cats and dogs, your thrifting dollars go far at Fur Kids Thrift Store on Roswell Road in Marietta. Second Life Upscale Resale in Avondale Estates, near the DeKalb Farmers Market, also benefits homeless pets. Second Life’s well organized 6,500 square feet stocks merchandise from vintage clothing to furniture. Proceeds go to Georgia animal rescues including PAWSitive Supporters in Cobb. Info: svdpgeorgia.org Furkids.org SecondLifeAtlanta.org
3 Flicks on the Bricks Outdoor movies can be sweat-inducing outings in the summer but perfectly pleasant excursions in autumn. The city of Duluth hosts two outdoor films this fall, “The Jungle Book” on Oct. 7, and “Hocus Pocus” on Oct. 21. Movies start at dusk and are free. Where: The fountain on Town Green, downtown Duluth. Info: duluthga.net 50
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4 Halloween From Harmless To Hair-Raising On a scale from not scary to sleeping with the light on, there are choices a-plenty for celebrating All Hallows with the kids or hanging out with adults. Marietta’s Harvest Fest on Oct. 15 includes arts, crafts, carnival games and the annual Scarecrows in the Square contest. Perfect for kids 12 years and under. Where: Glover Park, Marietta Square Info: 770.794.5601
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Fall-O-Ween Fest Fall-O-Ween Fest in Kennesaw makes it easy. All in one place find carnival games, trick or treating and a movie, “The Force Awakens,” once the sun sets. Oct. 15 starting at 5 p.m. Where: Swift-Cantrell Park Info: 770.422.9714
7 Owl-O-Ween Owl-O-Ween Hot Air Balloon Festival has trick or treating for the kids and beer tents for the adults. Also featured are tethered balloon rides, live music and food trucks. Oct. 21 and 22. Tickets are $5 - $75. Where: Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Kennesaw Info: owl-o-ween.com
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Capturing the Spirit Atlanta’s famed Oakland Cemetery invites the living to come in at night on the last two weekends in October for their popular “Capturing the Spirit” tours. All tours are timed, last about an hour and cost $13 - $25. Walk about a mile of history with a costumed docent leading you through eerie and beautifully lit Victorian gardens on a visit with Atlanta’s dead. Where: Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta Info: oaklandcemetery.com
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Great Pumpkin Express, Charlie Brown
Netherworld Haunted House has been scaring Georgians for 20 years. Thrilling and chilling animatronics and actors team up to spook and shock. Gory? Yes. Fun? Yes. Open until early November. Tickets are $23 to $55. Recommended for adults and teens but children five and older are allowed. Not recommended for pregnant women or anyone with a heart condition. There are emergency exits if anyone gets too scared. Tip: The SpeedPass puts you at the front of the line. Where: 6624 Dawson Blvd., Norcross Info: fearworld.com
Don’t wait for the pumpkin to come to you. Go to the pumpkin. Travel the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway on October 23 for a field trip that literally takes you to a field – one full of pumpkins. Pick one to take home, meet the farmer and enjoy the beauty of the country. The Pumpkin Express takes about an hour total and departs from the historic (built in 1905) depot in Blue Ridge. Choose an open air or closed train car and a 1 or 3 p.m. departure. Tickets run $27 to $42 plus fees. Longer rides of up to four hours are available during the fall foliage season, ferrying riders to the quaint town of Copperhill, Tennessee, for a two hour strolling, snacking and shopping layover, then back to Blue Ridge. Leaf peeping tours travel most weekdays and twice on Fridays and Saturdays until November 6. Tickets are $32 to $85. Where: 241 Depot St., Blue Ridge, Ga. Info: 877.413.8724 or brscenic.com
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Sing Out! Kennesaw State University’s Male Chorus day on Oct. 25 and Women’s Choral Day, Oct. 13, are one-day each musical workshop events. High school singers from anywhere in Metro Atlanta are invited to come to campus and work with KSU’s voice faculty, learn new music and perform in public at the Bailey Performance Center. Registration is $25 per student and includes lunch, music and a t-shirt. Male singers contact Leslie Blackwell at lblackwe@kennesaw.edu or 470.578.6153. Females contact Alison Mann at amann9@kennesaw. edu or 470.578.6392. Where: KSU School of Music Info: arts.kennesaw.edu
Little 5 parade The Little 5 Points Halloween Parade happens Oct. 15. Known as one of the top ten Halloween shindigs in the country it’s eclectic, diverse and a howling good time. Starts at 4 p.m. Tip: Go early and enjoy the artists market. Thousands of fans of this unique fest attend so get your parking space and charge your phone. Where: Little 5 Points, Atlanta Info: l5phalloween.com
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Thrill to the view of water thundering through Tallulah Gorge at 500 to 700 cubic feet per second as extra H2O is released from Tallulah Dam on Nov. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20. Kayakers hone their skills racing and riding the whitewater as spectators watch from above. Less tumultuous but still enticing is the aesthetic water releases (200 cubic feet per second) earlier in the season on Oct. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 29 and 30. Where: Tallulah Gorge State Park Info: 706.754.4318 or info@tallulahfallsgeorgia. org Cobb Life | October 2016
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13 Kids Biz The Kids Business Expo 2016 is a good place for young folks to learn elements of business and perfect for whiz kids who hope to make a million from a start-up in the garage. Geared toward entrepreneurs aged 12 to 18, the expo focuses on networking, opportunities and features workshops for children and parents to attend together. Kids Business Radio will broadcast live from the event on Oct. 15. Free for students, $15 for adults. Where: Cobb Galleria Centre Info: kidsbusinessexpo.com
14 Zip It Zip line for over a mile on a dozen lines in an aerial adventure that includes flying over three ponds and the North Oconee River. The three-hour adventure is $89 at North Georgia Canopy Tours but for the less included to zip so far there’s a shorter tour for $69. Military, civil servant and group discounts available. Prefer to stay grounded? You can glamp in a tee pee (outfitted with air conditioning, heating and electricity), play disc golf on a professional course or geocache. Where: Lula, Georgia (about 65 miles from Atlanta) Info: northgeorgiacanopytours.com
Laughter is the Best Medicine Improv comedy bounds into Marietta on the last Friday of every month at 8 p.m. through January. “Comedy Squared” is the name, making you laugh out loud is the game. Tickets are $10 and this one’s for the adults, 18 years and over. Where: Marietta’s New Theatre In The Square
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If you’re listening to music coming out of the tinny speaker on your phone, you’re not hearing much. And inexpensive Bluetooth speakers or flimsy earbuds aren’t much better, as they fail to give you a proper spectrum of sound that your music deserves. Instead, reward your ears. Consider quality Bluetooth speakers, finely crafted headphones and even a portable turntable for vinyl on the go, if analog is your thing. Here’s a look at some nice gear to consider: FOR A FULLER SOUND AT HOME The Marshall Stockwell Bluetooth speaker, in Decatur, Ga. Separate knurled knobs for volume, bass and treble are recessed into the speaker and pop up at the touch of a finger. The Stockwell has an input port for devices without Bluetooth. /Photo from Associated Press
The $500 Fluance Fi70 is the beefiest Bluetooth speaker you’ll likely come across. It sits on the floor, comes up to about waisthigh and isn’t something to tote to the beach. Though the Fi70 is big, it has a nice wood finish and an eye-appealing shape and design. The Fi70 sports dual 8-inch woofers to push those low-end sounds out powerfully. It filled my living room and well beyond when I connected my phones and tablets wirelessly. It also worked well as a speaker for my TV on movie night using wired connections. A remote control lets you shape the sound, adjust the volume and change songs. Or you can use the touch-sensitive buttons on the top of the speaker. The Fluance Fi70 is a solid choice for those who want the ease of Bluetooth connectivity, but desire a balanced output range that does your music justice. SEXY SPEAKER FOR THE BOOKSHELF If you want to pump your music to a Bluetooth speaker that looks like professional gear at a concert stage, the $230 Marshall Stockwell speaker is for you. It carries the Marshall brand, but is separate from the company that makes performance gear common at concerts and studios. Still, it’s an eye-appealing nod to rock’s roots. As for sound quality, dual woofers and tweeters do a nice job at separating the sound and delivering an above-average tonal range. Separate knurled knobs for volume, bass and treble are recessed into the speaker and pop up at the touch of a finger. The Stockwell also has an input port for devices without Bluetooth. EXCELLENT SOUND OVER THE EARS The $250 Lola headphones separate the players from the pretenders. Blue Microphones makes gorgeous equipment for the discerning ear, and it’s come through again with the Lola . These are over-the-ear headphones — not earbuds you stick into your ear. The fit is so well thought out that it adds to the experience of listening to music through them. The earcups have pivoting arms so you can adjust both the height and angle over your ears. The result is a better fit and sound delivery. The Lola’s performance exceeded those of rival headphones that cost about $100 more. I found myself gravitating toward a lot of better recordings, both digital and vinyl, to take advantage
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of the quality sound reproduction. I didn’t want to waste my junk pile of pop music on them. These are zero-mistake headphones. Well done. FOR AUDIOPHILES ONLY You know who you are. You need all the gear your friends don’t have. The $600 Nighthawk headphones from Audioquest aren’t for everyone. You’re not going to want to jog or mow the lawn with them, or do anything to get them sweaty, or worse. These are for times you simply want to hear music faithfully reproduced using the best gear you’ll find for this price. The headphones are so meticulously crafted that you have to play 150 hours of sound through them first just to get the components properly seasoned. It took me a couple of weeks to get that done, though it sounded fine out of the box, too.
VINYL IS BACK Face it. You need a little vinyl in your life. To that end, a multi-component system will eat up half your living room. For $100, the Electrohome Archer Briefcase portable turntable will handle your basic needs without breaking your budget. It’s a full turntable, built into a briefcase with speakers. It’s a self-contained way to pack some LPs for a road trip, or simply listen to them in various rooms around your home. A headphone jack lets you listen in private. A USB port lets you temporarily succumb to the digital age by plugging in a flash drive with song files. The speakers aren’t huge, so you won’t be waking up the neighbors with your vintage vinyl Led Zeppelin collection. It’s not meant for loud parties, but more of a personal experience for the small spaceFrom wire reports
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oday’s cheerleading is a far cry from the “two bits, four bits” of the past. The sport has become widespread and mega-competitive. Making it onto a high school cheer squad can be tough, and cheering in college – particularly for a Division 1 school – is downright rare. For Cobb’s Emily Johnson, cheering in college was a goal and a dream she is living at The University of Georgia as a Georgia Bulldogs cheerleader. Johnson began her second year as a UGA cheerleader this fall, and the journey has been both challenging and rewarding. As a young child, Johnson dreamed of cheering on the sidelines for Mount Paran Christian School. She tried out for the middle school cheer squad with no experience and having only taken a couple of tumbling classes. “I almost didn’t make the team and actually got called back for a second evaluation,” Johnson says. “However, with a little luck and a prayer, I made the team.” In middle school, she cheered sideline for football and basketball as well as on competition squads. During an eighth grade practice, which was held at The Stingray Allstars gym, a Stingray coach invited her to observe their practices and, perhaps, fill in on one of the teams. “A week later, I ended up joining the Stingray Platinum team,” she says. “The Stingray Allstars competition cheer program challenged me to improve my tumbling and stunting skills, and introduced me to new friends from around the state of Georgia.” The following year, she tried out for the Stingrays again and made the Amber team, a Level 5 Worlds (Cheerleading and Dance World Competition) team. This was the Big Time. A high school freshman that year, she also made the varsity cheer squad at Mount Paran. Her dreams were taking shape.
Johnson continued to build on her success and rack up the wins with her squads, cheering throughout her high school career and for The Stingray Allstars. She eventually made the coveted Stingray Orange team, a Level 5 Worlds team with more Worlds championship wins than any other individual team in the nation. She was part of a Stingrays Orange team that won at Worlds and, that same year, won the state competition with her Mount Paran varsity squad. The wins kept coming. “Cheer has inspired me to always strive for improvement and to never become complacent,” Johnson says. “Throughout my time as a cheerleader I have been blessed with some of the greatest coaches in the sport. They constantly encouraged me and my teammates to become better cheerleaders, but, more important, better people.”
Making it Happen Johnson is part of UGA’s all-girl squad of 20, which cheer alongside a 20-person co-ed squad. She serves as a base for her squad’s stunts, meaning she is on the ground holding up her teammate, rather than “flying” in the air. “I am a main base and take pride in always catching my flyer and preventing injuries,” she says. “Every position in a stunt group is important. Without bases, back spots, and even front spots, the flyers wouldn’t be able to do all the cool stunts we do.” In preparation for UGA cheer tryouts, Johnson attended four tryout clinics offered by the university while she was a junior and senior at Mount Paran. The tryouts are open to the public, so she attended while in high school to learn more about what was expected. Although she also was accepted at Clemson University, her heart lay with UGA.
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“In order to try out for the UGA squad, I had to get recommendation letters from my high school and Stingray coaches,” she says. “I also had to write a letter of intent, stating why I wanted to cheer at UGA.” Now with the sports season underway, Johnson and her teammates practice three nights and have two morning workouts, along with one “open gym” night, during which they can stunt or practice tumbling. During the weeks when a home football game is scheduled, the squads practice at 6 a.m. on Friday morning to assure they are prepared for the game the next day. In many ways, UGA cheerleaders are the face of the university. They participate in promotional appearances and cheer at women’s volleyball games, Gym Dogs’ gymnastics meets, and men’s and women’s basketball games. A member of Zeta Tau Alpha, she volunteers at fundraisers for the sorority’s philanthropy, breast cancer education and awareness. “Keeping up with all the responsibilities of cheer and sorority life on top of academics can be extremely difficult and stressful at times,” Johnson says. “Our coach, Ben O’Brien, helps us stay focused on completing our school work by requiring a mandatory six hours of study hall per week in our student athlete center.” No surprise, Johnson’s favorite part of UGA cheer is the football games, running onto the field in front of 93,000 people during the pre-game shows. “It is in these moments that I realize how fortunate I am to go to the greatest school in the nation and lead the crowd in cheering on our many incredible teams,” she says. “I also love getting to meet kids at the many appearances we do. Each time I put on my uniform, I reminded that I am an ambassador for my university and a role model for many younger girls. I do my best to fulfill these duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability.”
A family approach The dedication doesn’t stop with Johnson. Her mother, Laura, and father, Jim, have played large roles in her achievements as well. “During her middle school and high school cheer career, I did do a lot of carpooling, was team mom for her high school cheer squad all four years, sat at endless hours of Stingray practices, and traveled all over the country to competitions with her,” Laura says, adding that she loved every minute of it. “I loved spending a lot of quality one-on-one time with Emily as we traveled around the country to her competitions.” Today, Jim and Laura are involved with the UGA Spirit Parent’s Booster Club, sponsoring the “Cheers” tailgate at the UGA Conference Center for all cheerleaders before each home game. “The parents are responsible for bringing food, and setting up and taking down the tailgates,” Laura says. “The Cheer tailgates are so much fun, and we have met and become lifelong friends with many of the wonderful UGA cheer parents. I cannot express how thunderstruck I was at Emily’s first home UGA football game, when they ran on the field in the middle of the UGA Redcoat Marching Band, waving flags and leading the team onto the field. What a sight, seeing her down there ‘Between the Hedges’ – her dream come true!”
What’s next? UGA cheerleaders are never able to rest on their laurels. Coach O’Brien encourages the cheerleaders to keep up their skills by having them try out each year. “No one is guaranteed a spot on the squad, so you must keep up with your skills and have a positive attitude at each practice to be considered for the squad the next year. Trying out again this past spring, I was almost equally as nervous as I was the first year, but my friends on the squad helped with their words of encouragement.”
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The dedication doesn’t stop with Johnson. Her mother, Laura, and father, Jim, have played large roles in her achievements as well and are now active with the UGA Spirit Parent’s Booster Club, sponsoring the “Cheers” tailgate at the UGA Conference Center for all cheerleaders before each home game. Laser & Endoscopic Surgery Laser Hair Removal • Derma Peel Cool Sculpting • Liposuction Face & Leg Vein Treatment Nose & Ear Surgery Face & Neck Lift • Tummy Tucks Eyelid & Brow Lift Breast Reconstruction Breast Lift, Enlargement & Reduction Obagi Skin Restoration & Financing Available
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Advice from a UGA cheer mom
Johnson hopes to cheer all four years at UGA, and then attend dental school. A biology-psychology double major with pre-dental/orthodontic intent, she plans to become an orthodontist. Her advice for younger girls hoping to cheer at the college level: “Go to the clinics, introduce yourself to the college coaches, watch a tryout if at all possible, keep up your tumbling skills – usually a ‘full’ is required and, definitely, a standing tuck – and try out for the stunting position that you are best at,” she says, adding that it can be helpful to learn a variety of positions. “Be confident, and never think that your dreams are too big to accomplish. Five years ago, I would have never dreamed that I would be cheering for the Georgia Bulldogs.”
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Emily Johnson’s mother, Laura, offers the following advice to parents who want to help their children achieve the goal of cheering in college. Make sure she truly loves cheerleading. It takes a lot of work, sacrifice and money for cheer gym competition squads. The dedication can require seven days per week, a sore and tired body, and a missed prom or opportunity to participate in other activities. Get her into tumbling early. Division 1 college cheer squads require a standing tuck and, usually, a running backhand spring into full – not skills that can be picked up overnight. Assure she gains experience. Whether through rec cheer, school cheer or allstar competition cheer, experience and knowhow are required for stunts, jumps, picking up cheers and band dances quickly, and leading the crowd (sideline cheer is important). Make grades a priority. She must be academically accepted into the school before she can cheer there. With so much time spent training for and performing with cheer squads, time for studying is scarce and must be created during late nights, early mornings and weekends. High moral standards are important. The members of the UGA cheer squad are ambassadors for their schools. In and out of uniform, they must be poised and personable, and show leadership.
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BEST OF COBB It’s that time of year again. Time for our annual voting for the
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or 38 years, Eddie’s Trick Shop has been helping kids and kids-at-heart play pretend with its rows and rows of costumes, wigs, masks, magic tricks and more. The famous novelty shop opened on the Marietta Square in 1978 when Bob McKinnon and his son, Frank, opened a small magic shop where the Australian Bakery operates today. The shop moved two more times on the Square until it found its current home 24 years ago, between its original space and Taqueria Tsunami. Today, the small magic shop now spans a full block in length and sells more than 5,000 products, including makeup, costumes, costume accessories, novelties, pranks, magic tricks and unique gifts. General Manager Sue Puschak has helmed the day-to-day operations for 24 years and has seen many changes in the store and its products over the years. “Every day is different; it’s never the same, and I love that about it,” Puschak said. “We have a great staff that is interested in the products we sell so they can answer almost any questions our customers might have. What we sell are not things you see everywhere. There’s something that draws the kids in and the adults.” Puschak said dressing in costume for events such as DragonCon and Halloween has become much more popular with adults than it was when she first started, so they have shifted much of their costuming to suit kids and adults alike. She has also seen an increase in recent years in costume makeup
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sales, especially with the recent boom of the film industry in Georgia. DragonCon, which takes place the first weekend in September in Atlanta each year, kicks off the shop’s busy season, which lasts into November, Puschak said. In fact, she said 65 percent of the store’s annual revenue comes from sales made in August through November, although they do see some increases in December with Christmas costumes and more around Easter when church
groups rent or purchase costumes for Passion Plays. Puschak predicts this Halloween will play host to many Ryan Lochte’s, Harley Quinns, Princes and major political figures such as Donald Trump and the Clintons. But don’t be tricked into following the trends. “If you want to dress as it,” she said, “we probably have it.”
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Christine Notari of Marietta dons one of the shop’s dresses. As you can see, the shop offers a variety of costumes and props.
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I would like to share with you some wine moments which drove home the importance of the people whom you are with while enjoying wine. During the last few months I have had close encounters of the vineous kind and the most impressionable are still resonating in my wine-centric memory. In late March, a dinner with several wine industry associates was held at Bistro Niko in Buckhead. Our guest of honor was Margo Van Staaveren, winemaker at the important Sonoma County winery, Chateau St. Jean. A veteran of 37 vintages, Margo oversees each step of the winemaking process. One of her many accomplishments is the annual production of the famous proprietary Cabernet Sauvignon wine called Cinq Cepages. This five grape blend of the key red Bordeaux varieties encourages each component of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec to express their exceptional varietal character. Her goal has always been to “capture the signature of the vineyard” and have it expressed in each bottle. It is always a great experience to enjoy a wine with the person who managed Mother Nature to reward us with what Robert Louis Stephenson called “bottled poetry”. The wine tasted was vintage 1998, and it was fascinating to be enlightened by Margo’s memories of the growing season and harvest protocols for this 18-year-old vintage. The wine exhibited a fading ruby color but was still bright and clear. Soft and gentle on the palate, creating a velvety red fruit and spicelike flavor.
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I In April, an invitation from a friend to enjoy a long weekend in Pulaski, New York at his family’s home on the shores of Lake Ontario was enthusiastically accepted. The weekend’s agenda included a fishing boat charter with an experienced captain and mate who would guide us on this beautiful Great Lake. We were advised that large lake trout were being caught and we would likely catch our limit. Luckily the house was well stocked with spirits and beer sufficient to stave off the brisk, early spring winds funneling across the lake. A mixed case of wine was shipped in advance and this user-friendly grab bag of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz gave us all a chance to simply open what we fancied after the day’s fishing adventure. Our fishing party departed the Port of Oswego at 5:30 am with anxious anticipation, and within the hour, as the sun starts to reflect on the glassy, calm lake, we were often hollering “fish on.” By 1 p.m., with our limit in the cooler, we made our way back to port. Our catch was cleaned and filets were packaged on ice for the drive back to the house. As Chef John Pluschau heated the grills, the trout were left to marinate in lemon juice, olive oil and Chardonnay. Our chilled glasses of Cambria Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay and Cherry Pie Pinot Noir complimented the trout’s meaty flesh, which was slow roasted over alder wood chips. Our merry band of fisherman enjoyed the camaraderie of a meal together with the lake’s bounty on our plates and wines from California in our glasses. As the sun set on Ramona Beach, we enjoyed the last moments of a perfect day and the exaggerated fish stories of contented anglers.
Our wine writer Michael Venezia with his catch of the day.
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II We celebrated my wife Patti’s birthday at La Grotta Ristorante Italiano in Buckhead. A perfect May evening with cool temperatures and low humidity made our patio table the perfect spot to enjoy their impeccable service and outstanding Northern Italian cuisine. Birthdays require a special bottle and the red Bordeaux from the Pauillac estate of Chateau La Tour didn’t disappoint. The perfectly mature Les Forts de La Tour 1982, at 34 years old, was remarkably youthful for its age. A reflective, light ruby color shone through the decanter as the liquid was slowly poured into the glasses for our approval. The rim was fading to garnet, and the aromas of dried rose petals, black fruit jam, and subtle earthy notes were largely due to the wines mature age. Its tannins, long ago surrendered to time, had now given way to a velvety texture. Truly amazing to enjoy a wine which was produced the year we relocated from New York to Marietta. To compliment the evening, and much to our surprise, the magnificent voice of Daniel Mata resonated across the grotto. His renditions of “O Sole Mio”, “Granada”, and “Venezuela” were magnificent. While enjoying dinner with his family this talented classical crossover performer’s voice entertained all who were lucky to be on the La Grotta patio. We later learned that he is currently a voice student at Belmont University and has performed solo at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. A birthday bonus of song to compliment the melody of the wine singing in the glass. A birthday celebration etched forever in our wine memories.
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III I love the Russian River region of Sonoma County for its ability to provide a perfect growing environment to maximize the potential of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir coming from this cool climate area in the Western part of the county. The river is named for the Russian fur traders who trail blazed the region in the 19th century. On June 8, after an early morning meeting at the Augusta National Golf Club, I traveled to Reynolds on Lake Oconee to enjoy time with a dear wine friend Joe Aiello, a native of California. Our late afternoon time together was enjoyed with a glass of Gary Farrell Chardonnay 2014. Sourced from a selection of prime vineyard sites in the Russian River, this artfully created blend is made by winemaker Theresa Heredira. One of the early winemakers to focus on the potential of the Russian River. Gary Farrell established a legacy which is now secure in Theresa’s hands. Balanced acidity, subtle oak, and ripe fruit makes for a very complete, fine quality Chardonnay experience. Great sipping before a tour of the Reynolds Clubhouse bar and then a short golf cart ride to the Ritz Carlton and the poolside bar and restaurant called Gaby’s by the Lake. Our bartender, a seasoned veteran of this 5 star hotel, exhibited confidence in her description of the food and beverage options, while providing a level of service befitting a Ritz Carlton property. We shared fish tacos, a lobster grilled cheese sandwich, and a mixed green salad. While traveling back to Joe’s house, we were treated to a family of deer on the side of the road. They were obviously a part of the neighborhood fauna. We then settled into the remaining hours of the evening with the remnants of the Gary Farrell Chardonnay, and watched the Cleveland Cavaliers defeat the Golden State Warriors 120-90. For Joe, the wine eased the pain of his team’s embarrassing loss. For me, it solidified the idea of California as the golden state for wine.
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My annual summer trip with my associates to Napa and Sonoma is always punctuated by memorable experiences involving wine people, wine places and a diverse selection of wines made by talented teams working the vineyard and winery to coax out of the grape its hidden messages. Each grape and place has its own story and each harvest is a story retold with a different beginning, middle, and end. 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the Robert Mondavi Winery. It is a significantly historical benchmark marking the first post-prohibition winery to be built in Napa Valley. Their Oakville Winery is one of the most visited and it continues to be a fitting legacy to the late Robert Mondavi. During the 1990s, I benefitted from several opportunities to be in Mr. Mondavi’s company, and to this very day, his energy and enthusiasm, and belief in the quality of Napa Valley wines, is still felt wherever food, wine and culture come together. Our dinner of July 19, created by the Winery Chef Jeff Mosler, and hosted by winery executive Dana Andrus, the multi-course meal accompanied by selected wines exalted the freshest ingredients with a fine selection of wines. I was particularly impressed by the seafood course: Seared Crab Cake Garden Arugula, Cucumber and Avocado Salad, Fume Blanc – Lemon Vinaigrette, 2013 Robert Mondavi Winery To Kalon Vineyard, Fume Blanc Reserve. This Sauvignon Blanc grape variety was planted in the famed To-Kalon Vineyard and many of the vines used to make this reserve wine are over 45 years old. The wine’s body, due to a selective barrel fermentation regime, adds richness and compliments the crab and avocado to perfection. In addition, using the wine as a component in the vinaigrette also heightened their dressings subtly. The menu was skillfully conceived and wonderfully prepared. For several of my associates, their first visit to Napa Valley, the Robert Mondavi Winery, and the wines enjoyed there will never be forgotten. “All for wine and wine for all”
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[HIGHLIGHTS] A CLOSER LOOK AT EVENTS HAPPENING IN COBB DURING OCTOBER OCTOBER 22 & 23
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Breathtaking classical dance by a troupe showcasing sheer power and grace. “Return” is set to music including Aretha Franklin and James Brown. When and where: Oct. 22 & 23; Sat. 8 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $25 to $75 plus fees at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, online or at Cobb Energy Centre box office. Parking: $6 self park, $8 pre-pay option, $10 valet (cash or credit card). More info: 800.745.3000 or 770.916.2852
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art presents the annual two-day chalk art festival featuring more than 80 nationally known, pro chalk artists who will create public art all weekend. Kids can create too. There’s an accompanying craft beer fest for the adults and live music for all. When and where: Oct. 8 & 9; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Marietta Square/Atlanta St. in front of Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Tickets: FREE but donations encouraged to support MCOA. FREE ADMISSION to Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art during fest. Craft beer fest tickets are $35 to $45 and can be purchased online or day of. More info: chalktoberfest.com
DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM
OCTOBER 18
ELVIS COSTELLO
A kinder gentler Costello has emerged over the decades since the sneering yet melodic punky poet days of his early career. Always popular, his recent tours are labeled “don’t miss” by critics and fans alike. Performing with a guitar and piano, he sings well-known songs, tells stories and shares tales about his tunes. Special guest: Larkin Poe. When and where: Oct. 18; 7:30 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $51 to $96 plus fees at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, online or at Cobb Energy Centre box office. Parking: $6 self park, $8 prepay option, $10 valet (cash or credit card). More info: 800.745.3000 or 770.916.2852
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OCTOBER 13 & 14
LEWIS GRIZZARD: IN HIS OWN WORDS
Actor Bill Oberst, Jr. is returning as Lewis Grizzard in his popular one-man show (authorized by Grizzard’s family.) Grizzard died at 47 and was one of the most widely syndicated columnists in America for 15 years. Show is 90 minutes long and presented in two acts. Note: Oberst, Jr. extends his stage stay in Marietta by following this two-night stand with two nights of his one-man Mark Twain performance. When and where: Oct. 13 & 14; 8 p.m.; Earl Strand Theatre, Marietta Square. Tickets: $25 More info: 770.293.0080 or earlstrand.org
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TASTE OF ACWORTH
Popular annual event offers all that is tasty from Acworth’s eateries. Thousands attend and make their way through approximately 150 booths and vendors. Live music. When and where: Oct. 15; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Historic downtown Acworth between Lemon and Federal. Tickets: FREE EVENT. More info: 770.917.1234 or kwatt@acworth.org OCTOBER 18
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Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square presents the Bard’s brooding prince in a contemporary production directed by Emil Thomas, the theatre’s artistic director. When and where: Sept. 29 to Oct.18; Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave. NW Tickets: $20 to $35 More info: 770.426.4800 or theatreinthesquare.net
Appearances by authors Jim Auchmutey, Valerie Boyd, Teresa Weaver and Janisse Ray, who will be the keynote speaker. Workshops, panels and a breakfast event are included in the schedule. When and where: Oct. 7 & 8; Robert’s Community Center, Acworth. More info: 404.202.1112 or info@acworthculturalarts.org
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ALATOONA BOOK FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 24 & 25
CAROL BURNETT LIVE
A rare chance to see an icon. The legendary funny woman, award-winning actress and best selling author brings “An Evening of Laughter and Reflection.” Video clips, stories and, yes, questions from the audience make for an entertaining evening with the woman who, for 11 years, starred in her own television variety show (named by Time magazine as one of the “100 best TV shows of all time.”) When and where: Oct. 24 & 25; 8 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $55 to $175 plus fees at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, online or at Cobb Energy Centre box office. Parking: $6 self park, $8 pre-pay option, $10 valet (cash or credit card). More info: 800.745.3000 or 770.916.2852 Do you have an event? Just email Therra C. Gwyn at WhatsHappeningGa@gmail.com
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BY JENNIFER HAFER PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MARION LANEY
It may be a male-dominated industry, but CEO Cheryl Milhouse is taking care of business in the transportation and logistics world.
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“My dad was a truck owner/operator and he was always trying to get me into the transportation business,” Milhouse, founder and CEO of Axiom Logistics LLC, said. “I would tell him, ‘No, you have three sons, talk to my brothers.’” But none of Milhouse’s brothers were interested and her dad would not be deterred. Eventually, one of her brothers would join her company as a driver. “Dad called one day and said, ‘I want you to buy this truck,’” she recalled. “A friend of his had failed his annual license renewal exam, and he said, ‘You should buy this truck and make extra revenue.’ He was still trying to get me into the business.” It took months of persuasion, but Milhouse eventually bought the truck, hired a driver and by October of 2011, she was moving her first loads of freight. By December of that same year, she had quit her engineering job and within four months, she went from one truck to 11. The business grew so fast, Milhouse added a brokerage division in 2012 in an effort to keep up. “Shippers were giving me more freight than I could handle, and I got tired of saying, ‘no,’ so I became a broker and that’s how Axiom was founded,” she said. “As a carrier, I put the load from the shipper on my own truck and carry it; the brokerage piece is when I have shipments and all of my trucks are on the road, I find another truck I don’t own to transport that load. So, I’m a broker and a carrier.” Before she could move her first loads of freight, however, her father had open-heart surgery and was put into a medically induced coma. “So, here I am, I have a truck, a trailer and a driver, and my dad’s not able
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Age: 42 Title: Founder & CEO Education: MBA, Engineering; WBENC, NMSDC & Smartway Partner Certifications. Certified WMBE Experience: 12 years engineering and 4.5 years in transportation & logistics Family: One daughter, 14 years old. Favorite quote: Don’t quit on a bad day. Nothing beats a failure but a try.
to help me do this,” Milhouse said. “I knew absolutely nothing about trucking, about logistics, nothing. “I had to teach myself. It was just myself and Google between 2 and 4 a.m., and I slept between 4 and 6 a.m.” Today, the Austell-based company boasts revenue in excess of $2.5 million annually and has more than 200 trucks and trailers in its private fleet. “We haul between 250 and 300 loads each month,” Milhouse said. “We transport a lot of freight for the government, things like engines, Humvees and aircraft parts. We also haul dry groceries — beverages to cereal, poultry — fresh and frozen, ice cream, produce and pretty much anything in between.” Milhouse said buying her first truck and starting Axiom Logistics is “the best thing I could have ever done.” But, she does have one regret. “I just wish it hadn’t taken me so long to say, ‘yes’.” she said.
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GA Symphony Orchestra’s Celebrity Event Dr. Boland McCamy with the Honorable Sam Olens Georgia Attorney General
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Dr. Boland McCamy performing oral surgery in a leper colony in Liberia, W. Africa. We stayed in dilapidated cabins that had not been repaired in decades. At night like clockwork at 11:00 p.m. twenty or so mice would come out of the ceiling looking for food. Many times they tried to come through large holes in my moth-eaten mosquito net and I had to knock them away with my shoe. A short while after our team left, civil war broke out resulting in the slaughter of 250,000. Thanks to Dr. Bill Brown of Huntsville, Alabama for allowing me to be part of the medical Team
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