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In this season of giving thanks, we often find ourselves reflecting on the many blessings in our lives. The true spirit of Thanksgiving encourages the conscious expression of gratitude. Its focus is spending time with those that you love and encourages giving back in a meaningful way. While ambition, competition and slaying goals can be very healthy, forgetting to place importance on being present, enjoying the ride and appreciating those around us that have helped us along in our journey can leave us missing out on what truly matters. We’ll never be content if we look outside ourselves and at our possessions or titles to determine if we are fulfilled. True contentment comes from within and from fulfilling who we were made to be. Our November issue is dedicated to stories of gathering, gratefulness and giving back to our community. We are so thankful for the residents and businesses in our community who support so many wonderful organizations and help make our city the vibrant community that it is. We are especially thankful for our advertising partners who help bring this magazine to your doorsteps each month. They are part of our vision and purpose of bringing inspiring stories and the good news of the community directly to you. This holiday season as we prepare to gather with our loved ones, and in the true spirit of thanksgiving, let’s set time aside to consider what truly makes life meaningful and stop to reflect on those blessings.

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Laurie L. Cook, Executive Director RISE Augusta RISE Augusta works to increase literacy rates within schools by formulating the best solutions for local students. “In partnership with schools, we provide remediation and tutoring. We work closely with teachers to get kids back on track because if kids don’t read on grade level by the end of third grade, it gets harder and harder for them to do well in school,” shares Laurie. “In addition to the literacy tutoring, we provide wraparound supports for children. If a child needs shoes or clothes, or maybe the family needs food, we'll take care of those needs. If it's a bigger crisis, we'll pull in some of our partners to help with housing and other long-term problems.” Visit www.riseaugusta.org or call 706-5507716 for more information on supporting RISE Augusta.

Amy Breitmann Golden Harvest Food Bank Amy serves as President & CEO at Golden Harvest Food Bank, which distributes over 12 million meals a year across 25 counties in Georgia and South Carolina. She’s spearheading two construction projects that will help the Food Bank and its partner agencies get more food out into the communities they serve. “One is a volunteer and administration center, which will open late next spring and greatly increase the number of volunteers we can bring to our campus,” shares Amy. “The other is the demolition of our current food sorting facility which will be replaced with a Produce Rescue Center. It will add tremendous freezer and cooler space to bring in more fresh produce and get fresh food out to our counties.” For more information and to get involved, visit goldenharvest.org. CONTINUED >

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Liz Walker, RN, BSN That’s My Nurse As a concierge nursing service, That’s My Nurse focuses on helping clients manage their long-term health to produce positive outcomes and prevent hospitalizations. “I help educate people about what they need to do to get healthier, stay healthier, and stay out of the hospital,” explains Liz. “I advocate for them at doctor's appointments, or in the hospital if they're hospitalized, help coordinate the care between their doctors and stay on top of their appointments, and assist in setting up medications. In general, I make sure my clients get access to the resources they need through building an individualized program to produce the best outcomes for that particular client.” For more information or to set up a consultation, visit www.thatsmynurse.com or call 803-599-6655.

Shawn Edwards, Executive Director Augusta, Georgia Land Bank Authority “The Augusta, Georgia Land Bank Authority's mission is to take tax delinquent, underutilized properties and get them back into productive use,” explains Shawn. “We do that by judicial tax delinquent foreclosures. Once in our inventory, we put those properties in the hands of private investors, as well as nonprofits, churches, individuals, or organizations, that are then going to pay future taxes. Additionally, we teach them how to develop the land to make it more valuable than the original land purchase.” For more information on how to get involved, visit AugustaGA. gov and search Land Bank Authority, or give the office a call at 706-849-3737, or email Shawn at s.edwards@augustaga.gov.

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Y U M M Y BU T T ER N U T SQUA SH SOU P INGREDIENTS • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 large yellow onion, chopped • ½ teaspoon sea salt • 1 (3 pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed • 3 garlic cloves, chopped • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage • ½ tablespoon minced fresh rosemary • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger • 3 to 4 cups vegetable broth • Freshly ground black pepper FOR SERVING • Chopped parsley • Toasted pepitas • Crusty bread INSTRUCTIONS 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and several grinds of fresh pepper and saute until soft. Add the squash and cook until it begins to soften, stirring occasionally. 2. Add the garlic, sage, rosemary, and ginger. Stir and cook until fragrant, then add three cups of the broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for twenty minutes or until the squash is tender. 3. Let cool slightly and pour the soup into a blender and blend until smooth. Season to taste and serve. CONTINUED >

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A Family Legacy THE THOMPSON FAMILY HAS BEEN CLEARING STRUCTURES AND SALVAGING ANTIQUE MATERIALS FOR OVER SIXTY YEARS

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Marcus Thompson and his brother, Tyson, currently serve alongside their father, Hiram, as the second and third generations of Thompsons running Thompson Building Wrecking Company, which was founded by Marcus’ grandfather, Edward Thompson, in 1961. “It’s interesting how it all started,” explains Marcus. “Although my grandfather worked at the Savannah River Site (SRS), he still farmed and always had tractors. One day somebody asked him to take down a whole building with a piece of his equipment. Then, someone else asked him to do the same thing and he did a good job at it. It got to the point where he started taking on more than he could do while still working at SRS, so he

started doing this full time with my grandmother helping him run the office out of their house.” As time passed and the business grew, so did the family working with the business, including Marcus’ dad and later, Marcus and Tyson. “As my brother and I grew up, we basically did the same thing after finishing school,” says Marcus. “My dad believed in not just giving us an office job; he wanted us to learn every aspect of the company. So, we both got our CDL licenses and drove trucks for a long time prior to us moving into the office and starting to bid projects.” From the very beginning, the Thompson family excelled at bringing down old structures and preserving what can be salvaged and recycled at each site. “In the early days of this company, my grandfather didn't really get a fee for tearing things down; he just got the salvage portion of it,” says Marcus. “He was able to sell the salvage out of the old buildings and make money on the old antique lumber, antique brick, and things like that which people were, and still are, very interested in. Even now, when we go in to take down a building, whether it be a school or restaurant or shopping mall, the very first thing we do is look around and salvage as many things as possible to reduce the waste stream and to recycle the material, to reuse it, or just to recycle as a scrap material.” In addition to salvaging popular items like antique brick and heart pine lumber, crews salvage items such as large pieces of restaurant equipment. The company also operates two large portable concrete crushers, which allows for concrete to be crushed on-site and used for future projects. CONTINUED >

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“The very first thing we do is look around and salvage as many things as possible to reduce the waste stream and to recycle the material, to reuse it, or just to recycle as a scrap material.” - Marcus Thompson

Along with selling salvaged items, Thompson Building Wrecking Company also rents roll-off containers. “Back in the 90’s, we purchased our first roll-off container truck to use for our own demolition projects, but as other contractors saw the container sitting on our jobs, they started asking to rent a container from us. Today, we own about 400 roll-off containers and a fleet of rolloff container trucks that service the CSRA.” Marcus shares that he’s thankful for so many things. “I love working with my dad and brother on a daily basis,” shares Marcus. “As a company, we are thankful for the many clients who call on us over and over, and we strive to do a great job every time. We're also very thankful for community support and that we’re able to give back to our community by helping local nonprofit organizations.” Thompson Building Wrecking Company is located at 631 11th Street in Augusta. For more information on services and products offered, call (706) 722-1432, visit www.thompsonwrecking.com, or follow them on Facebook.

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Your Autumn Dinner Party Is Served Catering experts Chef Kyle and Hannah Williams, owners of Savor & Swirl culinary company, create an outdoor dinner party with chef-driven perennial dishes served in beautiful seasonal settings.

For this alfresco Autumn Dinner Party, Chef Kyle draws on favorite fall recipes updated for a modern palate and paired with wine selections to complement the bountiful feast. Hannah creates an iconic autumn ambiance using artisanal table settings and mixed flannels for each guest to blanket any chill on a brisk evening. Whether for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or a new November tradition, it’s time to get outdoors again surrounded in sweater-weather coziness while sharing bites and clinks with family and friends.

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Insider Tips for Hosting:

• Build a menu around the season. “In November, people crave turkey, sage stuffing and cranberry sauce,” Chef Kyle says. “Autumn dinners mean bigger-course meals with varied proteins, like turkey, duck and sirloin, hearty starches, and good fall produce, especially root vegetables such as butternut squash and pumpkin.” • Always greet guests with a beverage and appetizers. “Offer champagne for wine-lovers or a sparkling drink or signature cocktail. It’s all about serving guests to the highest caliber,” Kyle says. • Draw inspiration from the season’s changing colors, cooler temps and lower humidity to move back outdoors. “Think flannel blankets, wooden tables, fire pits, open grills, string lights and candles to create a really cool environment you haven’t been able to do all summer.” • “You can’t go wrong with fresh flowers,” Hannah says, “but keep bouquets low to not interfere with conversation flowing. For fall, I like richer, jewel-toned florals to mix and match and keep whimsical. I vary glass vases with burnished brass for warm fall vibes.” • An easy but thoughtful detail is to put a simple menu at each place setting, so guests know what to expect. “Add a pen, so guests can jot tasting notes, especially for wine pairings or multiple courses,” Hannah says. “Guests can share comments, then take the menu home as a sweet reminder of the event.” • Follow the French principle of mise en place or everything in place before your event. “This is actually our company’s name,” Kyle says. “It’s that important to us. Make sure the wines are all open, cocktails are pre-made, place settings are out, candles are lit and music is playing. When guests arrive, it gives that wow-factor and shows you intentionally made them feel special.” • To build confidence as a host, start small and practice. “Keep the menu and guest list small,” Kyle says. “Choose recipes you already have confidence in. If you make a great Beef Stroganoff, then go with that. People will love it!” • As fun as it is to dine outside, always have an indoors back-up plan. “We’ve had to bring it indoors before,” Hannah says. “It’s still fun.” CONTINUED > NOVEMBER 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C O M / AUG USTA

For this fall dinner party, Chef Kyle created the perfect dinner menu to tantalize guests' taste buds. For a complete list of recipes, scan the QR code below.

Autumn Dinner Party

RECEPTION • CANAPÉS • CHEESE BRÛLÉES • Aged goat cheese, thyme, figs, local honey, petite greens

APÉRITIF • Champagne

DINNER MENU • Roasted Whole Duck • Brined & Smoked Turkey breast • Grilled Bone-In Ribeye Steaks • Chef’s Sage Gourmet Stuffing • Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Hardwood Smoked Bacon • Heirloom Root Vegetable Hash • Red Bliss Buttered Mashed Potatoes • Gravy • Cranberry Orange Zest Sauce • Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls & Whipped Butter

DESSERT • Traditional Pumpkin Pie, Whipped Cream

FRESH ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS & HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON Yield: 6 servings • 4 cups Brussels sprouts, raw, halved • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil • ¼ cup yellow onion, sliced • 1 tablespoon garlic, sliced thin • 1-2 cups bacon, smoked, thick cut, large dice • Salt, pepper to taste • 2 tablespoons real butter, unsalted • Optional garnish: 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

METHOD OF PREPARATION: 1. Preheat oven to 400 °F for convection setting, (425 °F conventional). 2. In mixing bowl, add oil and cut raw Brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper. 3. Place seasoned sprouts on baking sheet and bake in oven until done, about 20-40 minutes (soft yet still with good texture and crispy edges with some dark brown color). Remove from oven. 4. Place large sauté pan on medium heat and render bacon. Add a splash of olive oil to get it going, if needed. Cook until bacon is crispy and golden brown, 5-10 minutes. 5. Add onions to pan and cook until soft, 5-8 minutes. 6. Turn heat to high and add garlic and butter and cook for 1 minute. 7. Add roasted Brussels sprouts to pan and toss all together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 8. For optional garnishes, add fresh chopped parsley. 9. Serve and enjoy!

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• If Brussels sprouts are large, cut in quarters. • Rendering bacon means extracting the bacon fat which adds a lot of flavor to the dish.

Wine Pairing

According to Savor & Swirl, wine pairing doesn’t need to be overly complicated for a casual outdoor dinner party. Have a lighter and fuller body style of white and red available with some sparkling thrown in. “Lighter to medium-bodied wines from Rhône Valley, Italy or California would be a good place to start,” they state. “Viognier is one of our favorite wines that goes great with fall-inspired cuisines. Pinot Noir wine goes great with just about any food. Lean towards California or Willamette Valley for a new-world style and go with France for a more earthy, old-world style. A big bold Napa Cab would fall in perfectly for the grilled ribeye steak! Cheers!”

ABOUT SAVOR & SWIRL Chef Kyle Williams has over 22 years of experience in the elite culinary industry, including 2 Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy, resorts in Hawaii, and alongside prestigious NYC celebrity chefs Todd English, David Burke, and Daniel Boulud. Savor & Swirl has recently expanded to include nationwide mobile catering. Book online, and they will bring their expertise to you, including customizable, in-home dinner parties or luncheons for holidays, events, business gatherings and surprise pop-ups. “We love to gather with people who value breaking bread together around a table with the special people in their lives.” savorandswirl.com Instagram: @savorandswirl, #savorandswirl

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Joe Gatto's Night of Comedy

T HE BELL AUDITOR IUM Joe Gatto's Night of Comedy will be at the Bell Auditorium on November 9th. Gatto is a comedian, actor, and producer best known for the hit TV shows Impractical Jokers and The Misery Index. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit aectix.evenue.net.

NOV EM BE R 1 5T H

KICKS 99 Guitar Pull

JA MES BROW N AR EN A The 23rd Annual KICKS 99 Guitar Pull will be on November 15th at the James Brown Arena. This concert benefits The United Way of the CSRA, providing needed funds to support local families who find themselves in need during the holidays. For more information or tickets, visit www.kicks99.com.

NOV EM BE R 1 7 T H

The Music of Elton John

MILLER THEATER Grammy-nominated performer Michael Cavanaugh returns to Augusta with the riveting and emotional music of Elton John. Hear him sing your favorite classic hits with the Augusta Symphony. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit augustasymphony.com/event/the-music-of-elton-john/.

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze

T HE BELL AUDITOR IUM The Cirque Dreams Holidaze lights up the stage in this popular and dazzling family holiday spectacular. As lights dim and music plays, a fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life presenting an elaborate wonderland, invoking the stories behind a child's eye as they dream on the most magical of nights. Ballerinas, nutcrackers, snowmen, penguins, reindeer, ethereal aerialists, gingerbread people, carolers and colossal ornaments fly, balance, juggle and stretch imagination. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit aectix.evenue.net/.

NOV EMBE R 2 4 T H

Thanksgiving Day

Happy Thanksgiving from the Augusta City Lifestyle team!

NOVE M BE R 2 8T H

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

MILLER THEATER This Christmas, bring the whole family back to a simpler time with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! Gather friends and family to re-live your fondest childhood dreams, overflowing with larger-than-life puppets, breath-taking acrobatics and dazzling costumes. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit millertheateraugusta.com.

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L O C A L E AT S A N D T R E AT S

TBonz Steakhouse Augusta & Evans Since 1986, Augusta families have been meeting and eating at TBonz Steakhouse Augusta & Evans. TBonz Augusta & Evans is also the place in Augusta where you can savor Certified Angus Beef brand steaks that are hand-cut in-house. They server the best steaks, legendary wings, fall-off-the-bone tender ribs, delicious chicken, the freshest seafood, and much more! Don’t forget to start your meal with a plate of their famous “Tommy Fries!” Wife Saver Visit Wife Saver for their mouth watering fried chicken and their down home delicious macaroni & cheese, green beans, collards, and more. Don't forget to grab some of their homemade banana pudding! Wife Saver has been serving the CSRA with their hot and fresh food since 1965. Put a little south in your mouth! The Pie Hole Once you get a taste of their pies, you will come back for more! The Pie Hole is Augusta’s only premier homemade sweet and savory pie destination. Smallcakes Cupcakery Smallcakes Cupcakery bakes their gourmet cupcakes on-site daily using only the finest ingredients! Visit Smallcakes Cupcakery for a sweet treat!

C HE F ’S SE LE CT ION | FOOD + BE VE RAGE

Cantina Locale Cantina Locale serves fresh Mexican food and fun drinks! Bring some friends and enjoy live music from local musicians on their patio! Villa Europa Villa Europa is a family owned restaurant that serves delicious German, Italian, and American cuisine. For almost fifty years, families have gathered at Villa Europa for comfort food. Villa Europa would like to say thank you to their loyal customers and wants to invite you to visit them this month. Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q Willie Jewell's is the Fast Casual sister concept of the 71 year-old Southern Pit Bar-B-Q legend Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q , and like Bono's, Willie Jewell's smokes all of their BBQ the old-fashioned way, the low and slow method. Luigi’s Established in 1949, Luigi’s is Augusta’s oldest existing restaurant and has been run by the same family for four generations. Favorite dishes include Augusta’s original pizza pie, Greek Chicken, Baked Lasagna, and many more Greek and Italian specialties. Now accepting reservations for parties of five or more.

Local Eats and Treats Villa Europa

The Pie Hole

Cantina Locale

3044 DEANS BRIDGE RD. AUGUSTA, GA 30906 (706)798-6211

3604 VERANDAH DRIVE AUGUSTA, GA 30909 (706)945-0787

2803 WRIGHTSBORO RD. SUITE 20A, AUGUSTA, GA 30909 (762)333-8407

Tbonz Steakhouse

Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Q

Wife Saver

601 N. BELAIR SQ, EVANS, GA 30809 (706)814-7083 2856 WASHINGTON RD. AUGUSTA, GA 30909 (706)737-8325

3512 RIVERWATCH PARKWAY MARTINEZ, GA 30907 (762)222-8587

3316 WASHINGTON RD (706)860-2605 1100 FURYS FERRY RD (706)855-6870

Smallcakes Cupcakery

Luigi’s

4460 WASHINGTON RD. #16 EVANS, GA 30809 (706)863-3332

590 BROAD ST AUGUSTA, GA 30901 706-722-4056

803-335-2272

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