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JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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EACH ONE OF US HAS A PERSPECTIVE, OR A POINT OF VIEW, ON EVERYTHING

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WE DO AND EXPERIENCE IN LIFE. Our perspectives are influenced by our experiences

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and they can change based on experiences as well, would you agree? For example, my perspective about how to raise a child has completely changed in the last decade. Oh sure, I could tell every parent I knew just how they should go about the daily ins and outs of parenthood, but when I had my own little girl, and special needs girl at that, my perspective made a colossal shift. Things that used to give me hives don't even phase me anymore, like,

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not in the least. I have also had an entire new world open up to me with perspective coming out of my ears regarding special needs children, whew! If I am ever having a bad day with Abby, I can think of one of several other moms who live with children far more severe or medically fragile and it all comes back to perspective. They say that we are not supposed to compare ourselves with others, but sometimes comparison with others whose lives may be a little rougher than ours is a good thing and I daresay many of us could stand to benefit if we did that a little more often. And I am certain that the entire world's perspective changed when we shut everything down over a year ago. Many of us learned that how we viewed business, school and everyday life could be changed; and change, we did. I love this month's Men's issue. Can you believe CeeLo Green is on the cover and that he is our neighbor here in Fayette County? When you read his story, you will

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 14 Always There A safe place for your second love

16 PhenoMENal Men of Fayette All about four of our community’s best

22 Fayette County’s Own Global Megastar! CeeLo Green is not your normal, small town, larger-than-life neighbor

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26 Pull! Cherokee Rose; A sport above the rest

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Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Locally Owned

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30 Healthy Lifestyle 32 Lifestyle Calendar

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GOOD TIMES 1.

Fayette Environmental Education Center Soft Open! Community leaders and business owners were invited for the soft open of the beautiful Fayette Environmental Education Center just south of downtown Fayetteville. The Center features multiple exhibit rooms with live wildlife that is native to Georgia and exhibits on native wildlife and plants. Also featured; an indoor classroom, an environmental art gallery, pollinator gardens, agriculture and conservation education, and much more.

1. Executive Director, Katie Quattlebaum, explains the property to co-owner of Roundtown Collaborations, Krista Stepney | 2. The fully equipped classroom is set for learning all things nature | 3. Folks gathered on the grounds while waiting for their personalized tours | 4. Menacing shadow... look out, fox! | 5. Seating in a secret garden. The bricks were repurposed from the old FCBOE building. | 6. (L - R) Brian Cooper, SCT Board Treasurer; Nick Kilburg, SCT Director of Parks & Education; Brian McKnight, SCT Conservation Biologist

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Honeysuckle Gelato Opens in the Town at Trilith Some of the most innovative and delicious gelatos await your tastebuds at Honeysuckle Gelato. The Lemon Basil Blackberry and the Honey Lavender were very tasty but for this gelato-lover, the Brown Butter Crunch was outstanding! They are located next to Barleygarden Kitchen and Kraft Bar around from the Wellness Center in Trilith. For more info go to www.honeysucklegelato.com/trilith.

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AROUND TOWN Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but we want to make it stress-free! That's why we're putting together an incredible selection of wedding vendors and professionals all in one place for brides, grooms, wedding planners and more! Come together for wedding inspiration, ideas, and a chance to interact with vendors. It's gonna be the #bestdayever of wedding planning! For more information and to purchase tickets, go to www.thedottie venue.com/blog or call The Dottie at Triumph Station at 770-703-2320.

CHRISTIAN CITY RACE FOR SAFE PLACE Join us for our second annual Race for Safe Place, a 5K and 1-mile fun run/ walk benefiting the Children & Family Programs of Christian City. Proceeds from the Race for Safe Place will benefit the four Children & Family Programs. The race will also focus on raising awareness for the Safe Place Runaway & Homeless Youth Program. Hosted by the Christian City Teen Board, the race will take place on the lovely 500-acre Christian City campus and will be a fun event for the entire family! To become a sponsor, register to participate or make a donation go to www.christiancity. org/raceforsafeplace/.

PEACHTREE CITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills. Meets 1st, 3rd, and 5th Monday of each month. Our NORMAL meeting location is within the Kedron Kroger location, but we currently meet on Zoom. Please check our website for details: peachtreecity.toastmastersclubs. org or call 678-521-4351.

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RON MCCAULEY SCOUTMASTER, TROOP 210 BY JACKIE BOEHEIM Founded in 1910, The Boy Scouts of America is the largest Scouting organization in the world. Here, in Fayette County, 1,050 of our youth are involved in the organization thanks to volunteers like Scoutmaster Ron McCauley. His goal is to teach Scouts life lessons like citizenship, leadership, life skills, survival skills and service to the community. McCauley has spent 40 years in Scouting, beginning

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as a Cub Scout at just 8 years old. He worked his way up to become an Eagle Scout by 16 and has worked as a volunteer throughout his adult life, including as a Scoutmaster for the past 11 years. He wants to offer others the same experiences he’s enjoyed. “These kids develop as leaders and gain maturity as they move up in the Scout ranks,” McCauley explained. “I love helping young Scouts develop into men and teaching life skills along the way.” Ethan Franklin is a student at McIntosh High and a Patrol Leader in Troop 210. He has overcome many obstacles related to his disability. He has learned new skills and made loyal friends. He recently completed all requirements to become an Eagle Scout. Jacob Barry, also a student at McIntosh High, is Troop 210’s Senior Patrol Leader. He has a heart for service as he has made numerous mission trips to Mexico to build homes for those in need. Philanthropy is a building block for all Scouts, and Troop 210 has conducted nearly 40 service projects. The RealLife Center in Tyrone is one outreach program that the Scouts work closely with. In the past 6 months, Fayette County troops have directly donated to the center with toys and 2,200 pounds of food.

Jacob Barry, Senior Patrol Leader of Troop 210; Ron McCauley, Scoutmaster of Troop 210; Ethan Franklin, Patrol Leader of Troop 210

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DR. TIM HYNES PRESIDENT OF CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY BY SUSAN WALWORTH On July 1, Dr. Thomas J. (Tim) Hynes, Jr., president of Clayton State University, won’t wake to an alarm. After completing his 12th year with Clayton State, the last leg of a career that includes 25 years with the University of Georgia System, he’ll begin his retirement. “The timing is good,” he said, though admitting he’ll miss interacting with students. “We’ve had a great opportunity to do some great things in South Metro Atlanta.” One of the pillars of Dr. Hynes’ vision for Clayton State has been university-based community engagement—partnering with local school systems and offering the university’s intellectual capital to public, private and nonprofit sectors. Examples include collaboration between the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce and College of Business faculty to create workforce development strategies and the creation of the university’s first bachelor’s program in film and media studies as a result of partnerships with film production in Fayette County. “The university with the community can help work to a brighter future and that future of course will inevitably be associated with learning,” he said. Dr. Hynes believes Clayton State will continue to have a growing role in learning and talent development in Fayette County especially as a part of the planned collaborative center at the old Booth Middle School. The center will offer a variety of programs and extensive opportunities notably in the health sciences. “I think the future of that collaboration is incredibly bright,” he said. Saying that others will have to figure out his legacy, Dr. Hynes, a first-generation college graduate, does hope his notions of collaboration and the importance of intellectual capital will remain with those who follow him. CONTINUED >

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DR. MARCUS BROADHEAD PRINCIPAL AT BENNETT’S MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (BMMS) BY PAM REID

Dr. Marcus Broadhead’s decision to become an educator 22 years ago was based on what he believed he was not receiving as a student. This is what shifted his perspective and his ‘why’. He began to feel more necessary, and quickly realized how necessary he needed to be in the scope of education. “I take ownership of my leadership role here as an educator of old — of all the black male educators who came before me in that we cared about the community. What we did in this seat was about what we needed to do for the community. We did all the things we needed to in order to make school a real opportunity.” Transformation has taken place at BMMS, where Dr. Broadhead has been the Principal for the past six years. Expect Excellence and This is the Beginning of Anything you Want - messages that adorn the walls of the school where the students have tremendous respect for the principal they see as ‘cool’, and where the teachers and faculty feel supported by their fearless leader. Students are not shy about engaging with Dr. Broadhead. “I am aware that everything I say to them matters so much that it feels unprecedented. That is a very powerful feeling because it’s just love. It’s just love and there’s no other way to describe it. That’s what is so pure about what drives me in what I do. There’s a level of morality and mission I think every principal should have.” Dr. Broadhead maintains a sense of respect for students while helping them to understand he is there to support them. The sky is the limit for the students at Bennett’s Mill Middle School. 18

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J E F F D AV I S SNAKE WRANGLER BY ANNIE SINGH-QUERN Jeff Davis’ fascination with snakes began when he was growing up in Peachtree City. “I had a natural interest in snakes,” he recalls. Over the last 30 years, he has rescued and relocated hundreds of venomous and nonvenomous snakes in Fayette and Coweta Counties. When Jeff saw on Facebook that people were asking how to identify and remove snakes from their properties, the Peachtree City resident unhesitatingly reached out to help. Soon, Jeff’s popularity and reputation grew, and he became known as the “Snake Wrangler.” Being a licensed Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator and Commercial Trapper has garnered Jeff work on The Walking Dead and for Warner Brothers. On a reptile call, Jeff always arrives with endoscopic and motion-sensing cameras. Though it may take just minutes to catch a snake, it may take hours to find it. Once captured, Jeff weighs, measures and photographs the animal. A report is then filed with the State of Georgia. Jeff’s mission is to educate people about the benefits of snakes and to promote snake conservation. He warns, “If you do spot a snake on your property, back away from it! Do not attempt to kill it! It’s illegal in Georgia to kill nonvenomous snakes.” These reptiles feed on rodents, and on ticks that cause Lyme Disease. Snake venom extract has many medicinal purposes; the treatment of strokes, bleeding disorders and high blood pressure. Jeff hopes to dispel many of the misconceptions about snakes. Anyone can text Jeff Davis snake photos at any time for rapid identification or relocation of venomous and nonvenomous snakes. (770) 402-0325. Jeff responds 24 hours a day. CityLifestyle.com/FayetteCounty

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CEELO GREEN IS NOT YOUR NORMAL, LARGER-THAN-LIFE NEIGHBOR

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INCREDIBLY HONEST WAY OF DESCRIBING THIS MAN THAN THE TITLE OF HIS 6TH SOLO ALBUM RELEASED IN 2020; CEELO GREEN IS...THOMAS CALLAWAY (HIS NAME AT BIRTH). World-renowned singer, rapper, and songwriter, CeeLo Green has certainly made his mark on the global music scene as being a boyant recording artist. But, in the quiet of his home

record releases, CeeLo embarked on his first

in Fayette County, there is a great sense of comfort,

solo project in 2002 entitled CeeLo Green and

peace and introspection. “We enjoy the space, the

His Perfect Imperfections.

fresh air, the embrace of a small community; a very

Just comparing these two releases, one can

loving and supportive community,” said CeeLo, “it is

truly see the breadth and width of this man’s

almost like I know all of the trees by heart; it’s as if

incredible talent. Whether it’s a solo recording or

they are always there to greet me.”

a recording with any number of his unique musi-

A self-described nature boy, CeeLo Green

cal groups, it is always CeeLo. From Goodie Mob

exploded onto the music scene in 1995 as a part

to Gnarls Barkley or Gnarly Davidson, his hip-

of the three-man group, Goodie Mob with their

hop, classic soul, funk, rhythm and blues speaks

album Soul Food. After several other inspired

to CeeLo’s diverse vocal style that seems to all stem from his upbringing in the church. “Both my mom and dad were ministers, and therefore gospel is both inherited and inherent; the gleeful, joyful praise of music is the origin of all and so, therefore, it stems from the core of a person, especially when you are spending so much time in the church environment.” It is obvious to all that CeeLo Green was greatly influenced by a lot of people who were committed to the Christian faith and that those years greatly influenced the young musician and his evolution as an artist. Over the years CeeLo has performed inspired duets with Daryll Hall, Kasey Musgraves, and Timbaland. “I like a lot of what young artists are doing today; I would work with almost anyone but not everyone,” admits CeeLo, “I would like to aid and assist in taking artists further by incorporating “the antique'' with new trends and styles.”

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CeeLo Green has reinvented himself countless times throughout his music career. “I think that before it is all said and done I may have one of the most textured and diverse discographies ever.” CeeLo also believes that music is role play and that his many faces, shapes, forms and fashions come from the reanimation of emotion in his singing; “I actually want to be everything to everybody.” An Atlanta native CeeLo believes that “like most things in life you become a product of your environment, especially an artist because it’s paralleled with a deeper sense of self-awareness.” CeeLo went on to say that as an artist, “you deal with the duality of not only your environment but also of your imagination.” CeeLo’s pivotal years were spent watching and being heavily influenced by Friday Night Videos, an '80s television show that aired in Atlanta that show-

Knowing that with fame comes responsibility,

cased all of the great records of the time. While art-

CeeLo offers some sage advice not only to musi-

ists like Lionel Richie and Billy Joel can be counted

cians but to everyone. His work hard and authentic

as two of CeeLo’s greatest musical influences of

point of view is as true today as it would certainly

all time, he has a much different view of song and

have been back at the most influential periods of

songwriters now than he did then. “I guess when

his life. “It’s quite hard out there and you must dare

we were young you were not as concerned with

to be different, to distinguish yourself,” said CeeLo.

who wrote the song but the song itself.” And while

Social presence, originality, persistence and pro-

that might have been the case in the ’80s, today,

ductivity are essential for survival and success in

not only have people come to know CeeLo Green’s

the music industry. Always remember that “you

soulful and rich book of music, they have also come

have a built-in advantage because you are the only

to appreciate him as a songwriter, as a poet and as

you. So, be honest with yourself and be honest

a constantly evolving performer.

with the audience.” For CeeLo, his home in Fayette County represents the beautiful struggles and successes in life. “We enjoy the commute and we enjoy turning into the driveway,” said CeeLo. With the Goodie Mob’s new album, Survival Kit and more Gnarls Barkley on the horizon, we can always depend on something daring and fresh from CeeLo Green, just as “you can always depend on the sun to shine in Fayette County.” CeeLo's latest album CeeLo Green is...Thomas Callaway is currently available for download or streaming on most popular music sites.

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ARTICLE PAM REID | PHOTOGRAPHY DEBBIE MCFARLAND

WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING FOR RECREATION OR COMPETITION, CHEROKEE ROSE IS A COURSE ABOVE THE REST.

GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC SPORTING CLAY CLUBS IN THE UNITED STATES, AND RENOWNED FOR HAVING SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND DIVERSE TERRAIN TO SHOOT ON, CHEROKEE ROSE - FONDLY REFERRED TO AS THE ROSE - IS JUST MINUTES FROM FAYETTE COUNTY. You do not need a reservation to enjoy all that has been put into making Cherokee Rose the premier sporting clays and Helice club in Georgia. In fact, it is the only club in the state of Georgia that has a regulation Helice ring. If you're unfamiliar with Helice, it is a French word that means propeller. The Helice ring simulates live pigeon shooting as close as you can get it, providing a different challenge for shooters to experience. Situated on 124 sprawling acres, The Rose offers an exceptional, full-service, first-class experience for novices, experts and shotgun enthusiasts. In the world of shooting sports, the ambiance,

Writer, Pam Reid gets expert instruction from Director of Sporting Clays, Cody Matson

Beautiful grounds at The Rose

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Owners Dave Dalton and Jean Bostick

setting, difficulty, and creativity of the course design are all important in maintaining a well-groomed sporting clay course. These factors alone contribute to why sporting clays is the fastest growing shooting sport in the world. Schools have taken a serious interest with more than 4,000 Georgia high school students engaged in the sport - the fastest growing high school sport in the country and considered one of the safest. Many of these students visit The Rose for additional instruction and practice. Cherokee Rose was established in 1981 and was most recently purchased in 2019 by Dave Dalton and Jean Bostick who

began

shooting

competitively

together in 2018. The transformation of the grounds and facility is amazing. Their vision for the shooting club has come to fruition and exceeded their expectations, as people travel from across the country to experience the picturesque beauty and shooting experience The Rose has to offer. Georgia pines, dogwoods, and azaleas in full bloom, and diverse terrain make for challenging shooting in all types of conditions. The Rose is an excellent place to shoot. In addition to the regulation Helice ring, it has a 5-stand and two pristine sporting clay courses. 'The Creek' course is set up as a friendly, fun course, and 'The Rose' course is for more competitive, tournament shooters. The targets are challenging without losing the fun factor. It was in November 2020 when the club launched its first regulation Helice ring to complement its sporting clay offerings. Cherokee Rose hosts on average, one National Sporting Clays Association registered shoot per month. Regionals shoot at The Rose, as does Georgia State.

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Clays are ready to pull

Aside from an impeccably maintained facility and

an instructor, there is user-friendly online scheduling

incredibly professional, friendly staff, Cherokee Rose

to reserve time with one of the best and most experi-

distinguishes itself in several other ways. It features

enced in the business.

brand new state-of-the-art equipment to provide the

They teach and they teach some more. Safety is of the

best sporting clays and Helice experience for all of their

utmost importance at Cherokee Rose, and if you are new

clients. This keeps Cherokee Rose's throw rates distin-

to the sport, their experienced staff is ready and excited

guishably high as compared to other shooting ranges.

to introduce you to one of the most fun and dynamic

After all, shooters are there to shoot! For added safety,

shooting sports there is. There are nineteen golf carts

all stations at The Rose are leveled and graveled so

in their rental fleet, and plenty of guns to accommodate

guests are not walking on uneven terrain.

daily walk-ins. Like anything else, to become proficient

Cherokee Rose is the perfect place for family out-

you've got to practice and work at it. With their profes-

ings, special occasions like birthday and bachelor par-

sional instruction and training, most newcomers get

ties, corporate events - team building and customer/

comfortable with shooting fairly quickly. They say the

employee appreciation - charity events and more. It has

learning curve is much faster than golf.

two newly renovated and covered pavilions, as well as

If you're looking for an exceptional, first-class sport-

grounds that are meticulous and beautifully designed.

ing clay experience - one that lives up to its iconic

The Rose can comfortably host groups of up to 500

name and will have you wanting more - plan your visit

people. Members at Cherokee Rose get a discount on

to Cherokee Rose located at 895 Baptist Camp Road in

targets, a reduced rate on golf carts, a reduced rate

Griffin. Contact them directly at 770-227-6569 to make

on ammunition, and other benefits. If you'd like to have

a reservation or visit their website at crclays.com. CityLifestyle.com/FayetteCounty

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

SIX S K INC A RE TIPS FOR MEN A REGULAR CLEANSING ROUTINE IS IMPORTANT FOR HEALTHY AND HAPPY SKIN.

PETRA ELLINGTON, OWNER OF AROMASKIN SALON IN PEACHTREE CITY, SHARES THE FOLLOWING TIPS FROM HER 14 YEARS AS AN ESTHETICIAN. Skincare is important for everyone and Petra makes it easy to take care of the largest organ of the body. Petra is a fan of keeping it simple, but if you’re just washing your skin with a bar of soap in the morning and night, some added, easy tips will help to enhance what you are already doing.

Petra Ellington, owner of Aroma Skin Salon

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CLEANSING IS THE BUILDING BLOCK

SHAVING TECHNIQUES

WASHCLOTH, MICROFIBERS OR HANDS

Cleanse your face daily, preferably in the

It’s great to shave after your shower, your

Washcloths or microfiber cloths can be

evening to remove dirt, toxins and debris

skin will be softer and your coarse stubble

great for oily skin as they remove more dirt

before bed. Clean skin but not stripped or

will be easier to remove. You can also splash

and oil than just using your hands. Be sure to

dehydrated is the key. While soap will get you

your face with warm water then apply a mois-

use a clean cloth that is designated for your

squeaky clean it can be harsh as it removes too

turizing shaving gel or crème. Shaving with

face daily. For dry to normal skin, you should

much oil from the dermis, depriving the skin of

the grain of your hair is much gentler on your

use your hands to cleanse your face as a

its moisture barrier, which will cause dryness

face, if one shave is not enough for smooth-

cloth can be too harsh. Always pat your skin

and irritation. Cleansers are much gentler. Use

ness then reapply and shave a second time.

dry with a towel after cleansing your face to

a creamy cleanser for dry to normal skin and a

Shaving against the grain of hair can cause

keep irritation down.

gel or charcoal cleanser for oily skin.

ingrown hair, razor burns and irritation.

MOISTURIZERS AND EYE CREAM

SUNBLOCK IS A MUST!

WHICH PRODUCTS DO I USE?

Facial Moisturizers are recommended and

The most important step is sunblock. An

There are a lot of products on the market

have many benefits. The right moisturizer

SPF 30 sunblock utilizes either zinc oxide or

today and it can be very confusing looking

gives your skin a glow. Some balance the oil

titanium oxide as the active ingredient, also

at ingredients and trying to figure out which

and water level of the skin to reduce flaking,

known as a broad spectrum that blocks UVA

product is best for your skin. I recommend

redness and irritation. A light aloe moisturizer

and UVB rays. Everyone needs SPF to pro-

making an appointment to get a professional

is great for oily and acne-prone skin. If you

tect themselves from the UVA rays. Reapply

facial. Your esthetician will cleanse your skin,

want to take your skincare routine to the next

every 2 hours.

analyze it, exfoliate, clean your pores, massage

level, eye cream or serum is great for lessening

and hydrate. She will then make recommenda-

the appearance of wrinkles and dark circles.

tions taking into account your skincare needs. Learn more about Aroma Skin Salon at www.aromaskinsalon.com. CityLifestyle.com/FayetteCounty

JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

TUES-SAT

PTC-FAYETTE PICKLEBALL CLUB

ART MARKET AT BLUE CICADA STUDIOS

SUMMER MOVIES ON THE LAWN

401 Dividend Drive, PTC

180 McDonough Road, Fayetteville

Learn how to play the fastest growing

FREE ARTS & CRAFTS THE FIRST

Fayette

sport in America - PICKLEBALL! We

SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM

Recreation is excited to continue the

offer free use of equipment and begin-

10am - 2pm on our front lawn! This

Summer Movies on the Lawn series!

ner classes. For more information call

year we will be focusing on reducing,

Bring a blanket and the entire fam-

Sharon Conrad at 678-478-3390

reusing and recycling. Our gallery and

ily for a PG rated good time! If you

or go to www.ptcpickleballclub.

shop will also be open during this

have any questions, please contact

com. 8am- Noon

time! April - Bring Plastic Bottles and

our Special Events Coordinator at

we will make Chihuly Sculpture! More

svermilya@fayettecountyga.gov

EVERY WED & SAT

info @BlueCicada on Facebook.

(770) 716-4317.

PEACHTREE CITY FARMERS MARKET

PEACHTREE CITY RUNNING CLUB

215 Northlake Drive PTC, 9am - 1pm

Peachtree City Running Club holds its

FAYETTEVILLE SUMMER YARD SALE

Food, Fun, Gifts, Music...Saturday’s

monthly meetings on the 1st Monday

960 Redwine Road, Fayetteville

market brings approximately 60 ven-

of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the

Fayette County Parks and Recreation

dors offering a variety of fresh pro-

Peachtree City Hotel and Conference

invites you to attend and/or sell at

duce, poultry, beef and pork, bread,

Center

Wyndham).

the annual SUMMER YARD SALE!

sweet treats, honey, eggs, prepared

For more information, go to www.

The event starts at 7am and goes

foods, and so much more. Whether

ptcrc.com or contact Membership

until 2pm. The Vendor Fee is $10 per

you’re looking to create a feast or

Coordinator Bob Dalton at (770) 461-

parking space (residents) $15 per

simply don’t want to cook at all, we

4450 - notladr7@gmail.com

parking space (non-residents).

Flat Creek Country Club, 100 Flat

Creek Rd, Peachtree City, 8am- Noon

Aberdeen Village Shopping Center,

McCurry Park,

Peachtree City Hotel, Hwy 54

(formerly the

County

Parks

and

Kiwanis Park,

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bodies through the sport of mountain biking. Join us for an information ses-

KETOGENIC LIFESTYLE SUPPORT MEETUP ON ZOOM Virtual on Zoom

This meetup on Zoom.us happens

sion or visit http://swaymtb.com/

MOTORCYCLE NEW RIDER TWO-DAY LICENSING CLASS

Kiwanis Park Activity House,

108 Old Senoia Road, Fayetteville

FATHER'S DAY MARKET

New

Line Creek Brewery,

waiver class for new riders or riders

Shotwell Walker provides support

150 Huddleston Rd, PTC

returning to the sport after sev-

and community for people living

Bring Dad out for a beer and some

eral years. Students must supply

or wanting to learn about easily

Father's Day shopping. The Father's

bandana;

using their own body fat to fuel their

Day market will include food trucks

boots; full-fingered gloves; long, dura-

amazing lives. For more info go to

and many local vendors. There

ble pants such as jeans; and long-

www.momentumtransformations.

will also be live entertainment.

sleeve shirts. Motorcycles and helmets

com or email jessica@momentum-

Visit

transformations.com.

more information.

the third Wednesday of every month at

7pm.

Health

coach,

Jessica

Rider

Course;

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for

over-the-ankle

license

leather

will be furnished for your use during class. Call Eric Allen 678-364-1442 or visit georgiamotorcycleriders. com. Sat-Sun, 7:30 am - 5:00 pm.

SW ATLANTA YOUTH MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB (SWAY)

BUSINESS WOMEN OF FAYETTE & COWETA

Do your kids enjoy riding their bikes?

Bi-Monthly Meeting: Our speaker

Do they enjoy nature and adventure?

will be member Laura Dzwigalski,

Senoia Bicycle, 34 Main St., Senoia

Crosstown Grille, 620 Crosstown Dr, PTC

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