People to See Mikey Tableman by Lisa Rhoden Garcia

People to See

By Lisa Rhoden Garcia People to See Editor Mikey Tableman

Mikey Tableman oversees the largest VIP festival operations all over the world leading a staff of over 500 employees. He helped shape the world’s biggest music festivals (Coachella, HARD Summer Music Festival, EDC Las Vegas), and just launched the mental health foundation “A Mind’s Pursuit” to help musicians, celebrities, festival goers and anyone who doesn’t always live in the rosey world they project on Instagram.

He was the perfect candidate to found this foundation as he also suffers from ADHD, stemming from manic bipolar depression spells and anxiety that he’s been dealing with since he was 14 years old. For so long, he was looking for a voice and eventually realized that he needed to become that voice and is working to heal others through art, ideas, and conversation while building a solid community.

Drawing from his own experiences, Mikey specializes in addressing the issues surrounding today’s youth. Dubbed the “Millennial Mentor,” he inspires his generation to address their struggles, not be afraid to seek help, and talk openly about their troubles. He is frequently invited as a guest speaker on prominent podcasts and online forums about mental health, speaking as the voice of a generation plagued with mental health issues stemming from the onslaught of social media and increasing societal pressures.

“We believe passionately that everyone deserves a chance at self-happiness. And we are dedicated to curating programs and events that promote mindfulness, authenticity, self-awareness, self-esteem and inner peace,” Tableman says on his website.

From his ability to foster a safe space for people to speak freely & attacking the negative stigma associated with mental health, “A Mind’s Pursuit” continues to grow into a global community. He specializes in addressing the issues surrounding today’s youth. He speaks from experience as the voice of a generation plagued with mental health issues stemming from the onslaught of social media and increasing societal pressures.

For more informaion, please visit https://www. amindspursuit.com/.

Places to Go

Wizarding Weekend

DANIELS - After a two year hiatus, The Resort at Glade Springs announces the return of their popular Wizarding Weekend, now with a brand new murder mystery element which offers fun and entertainment for both kids and adults. “Our wizarding fans have been anxiously awaiting the return of this event and we’re happy to not only bring it back, but to also give it new life with a murder mystery at the center of it all.” says Ashley Long, Creative Director at The Resort at Glade Springs. “There are so many kids and adults in our region with a heart for the world of magic and wizardry and we believe this brand new weekend adventure will give them a truly special experience.”

The three part event will unfold beginning on Saturday, June 11th with a gathering on the quidditch fields, followed by a murder mystery feast in the Great Hall featuring vegetable pot pie, roasted chicken, garden salad, rolls, and dessert; and finishing with a breakfast banquet the next morning.

Students are also invited to a social hour before dinner to try magical inspired cocktail recipes and attend Wizard School Trivia following the dinner. Each student will receive a school notebook to write spells and observations in during their weekend.

Students are encouraged to dress in their favorite wizarding wardrobes for the event and all ages are welcome.

Tickets are limited so guests should purchase as soon as possible. More information about Wizarding Weekend and how to purchase tickets an be found at gladesprings.com/events. Overnight package is available at gladesprings.com/packages.

Other options for special summer package celebrations are:

COBB PACKAGE

Treat yourself with 18 holes of championship golf on one of West Virginia’s top golf courses! The renowned Cobb Course has held prestigious WVGA golf events such as the West Virginia Open, USGA Qualifier plus ranked in the Top Resort Courses for Golfweek’s Best 2019. Our Cobb Package starts at only $163 per person May through October, or $101 per person in March and November, based on double occupancy, plus tax and resort service fee. Package includes overnight accommodations, breakfast and 18 holes on the Cobb Course with cart.

JULY 4TH PACKAGE

Come celebrate our country’s birthday at The Resort at Glade Springs. The July 4th Celebration Package includes Friday and Saturday night accommodations, breakfast Saturday and Sunday plus a weekend full of special events!

Events include an outdoor movie, live music at Bunkers, a kid’s fun fair, golf cart parade, DJ Dance Party, and more!

This pkge. is available July 1st - 4th, 2022.

The hotel and resort are set in the midst of a gorgeous 4,100acre property in the lap of the Appalachian Mountains! Our premier, full-service West Virginia resort, specializes in golf, ski, fly-fishing, and offers a mindboggling variety of other recreational activities, as well as 200 lodging rooms for guests in West Virginia. The resort features a state-of-theart conference center, a beautiful wedding venue and group lodging facilities for meetings and family reunions. A championship 18-hole golf course, an indoor leisure center, full-service spa and salon, world-class fly fishing, boating, miles of hiking and biking trails This premier full-service resort offers a unique combination of recreational activities and upscale accommodations, making it a perfect extended weekendgetaway.