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MAY 2020 PUBLISHER

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Happy May Midtown AS WE PUT THIS ISSUE TOGETHER WE WONDER WHAT OUR WORLD WILL LOOK LIKE IN MAY. The streets bare, our wonderful business's closed...it has been hard to see. This will end, and we at Lifestyle believe that we learn and grow through hard times and end up stronger from the experience. We have devoted a section in this issue to remind Midtown of the places we love

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and need to support. #MidtownStrong. While we can not fit everyone, the message is clear. As soon as doors open we need to flood in to start rebuilding the framework of what makes us Midtown. Now for some much needed inspiration! Our Women of Midtown issue is perfect timing for May. These incredible women who have shared their stories remind us of persistence and perseverance. Of dedication and of overcoming hardship. Thank you Ladies for your heartfelt messages and for all the great things you do. It has been a true pleasure to work with all of you.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 12 #MidtownStrong Midtown Will Survive and Thrive!

18 Women Of Midtown Meet 5 Midtown Women Who influence Our Community

26 Fefe Handy and Page Turners Make Great Learners

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34 Meet Dr. Andy Ostrowski, Advanced Urology Atlanta Atlanta Native Serving the Community

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COMPASS DEVELOPMENT MARKETING GROUP UNVEILS J5 MIDTOWN Compass Development announces the completion of J5, the highly anticipated luxury condominium community boasting ultimate livability in the heart of Midtown. The homes are move-in ready. Located at the corner of Juniper & Fifth, J5 stands only six stories high. Each home sports personal outdoor living spaces that offer an intimate residential feel, which comes as a departure to traditional high-rise tower living. Pauline Miller, Managing Director of Compass

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ALON’S BAKERY & MARKET Atlanta’s award-winning bakery, market and neighborhood mainstay for unparalleled quality since 1992 is at it again! Alon’s Bakery & Market is pleased to continue serving you gourmet eats and homemade specialties in-house, to go and for delivery. This month, on Sunday, May 10, Alon’s will host a special Mother’s Day brunch, featuring an elaborate buffet of handcrafted fare, including houseroasted meats, artisan cheeses, an omelet station, assorted pastries, wood-fired pizzas, and specialty desserts for every mom and her family to enjoy. Reservations available at alons.com.

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The Westside’s distinguished drinkery, duckpin bowling and gaming parlour, The Painted Duck, is reopen and ready for revelry! After temporarily suspending operations for the safety of their staff and community, owners Justin Amick and William Stallworth have once again let the games begin! This entertainment driven concept, bar and restaurant is an Atlanta favorite for many reasons, most notably

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PA U L A WA L L A C E PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER OF SCAD Paula Wallace, the president and founder of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), believes she owes her success to the women who influenced her as a child. “I learned resilience from my mother, May Poetter, who earned two university degrees in the 1950s while raising two daughters. I acquired diligence from Peggy Mayfield, who taught me classical piano for many years, and I discovered the sheer joy of teaching from Tilly Beard, my Latin teacher. These women equipped me with all I needed to create SCAD—now with 60,000 alumni and students the world over,” she said. “A dream come True” A native of Atlanta, Paula was never afraid to confront challenges, and her determination to overcome them has made SCAD what it is today. “I don’t so much face challenges as make them” Her commitment to prove that creative professions can be just as viable as other professions led to the school’s rallying cry of “No starving artists!” “Creative professions are now premium, because the world has woken up to the fact that creative education is fundamentally about invention and entrepreneurialism—two virtues prized by every organization and business,” she said. The past two SCAD graduating classes have achieved a remarkable 99% employment rate. The college is also a boon for Midtown; for 42 years, SCAD’s had a positive economic impact on the area. Midtown alone is more than $150 million annually. “I’m an educator, and my goal has always been to provide each student a lifelong profession,” said Paula. “The rewards are seeing their lives and families and futures transformed by a SCAD diploma. Watching graduates at commencement brings me boundless joy and a few tears of profound gratitude.” Her advice to other women: “Let nothing deter you from your goals and love freely. The universe rewards love.”

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MEREDITH REGAINS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GEORGIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS Finding a balance between your work and pleasure is

And pay off, it did indeed! After graduating from Emory

typically very hard to accomplish for the best of us, but; for

University and Mercer Law School, Meredith clerked for the

Meredith Regains, who has served as the Executive Director

Honorable G. Ernest Tidwell of the United States District Court

of Georgia Lawyers for the Arts since 2013, it is a balance

for the Northern District of Georgia prior to working at Robins

that she lives every day! “It is unbelievably gratifying to give

Kaplan, where she was in the Commercial Litigation practice

back to Georgia’s arts community in such a unique way,” said

group for over twelve years. Amongst her many accomplish-

Meredith. “I have absolutely zero artistic talent, which means

ments Meredith was awarded by the State Bar of Georgia

that I am strictly a patron of the arts. To be able to give back to

with its Pro Bono Project Award for her outstanding work with

the artists is the reason I do what I do.” Georgia Lawyers for

pro bono clients. Doesn’t it seem like Meredith and Georgia

the Arts provides pro bono legal services to our state’s artists,

Lawyers for the Arts were meant to be together? Today, in addi-

arts organizations, and inventors.

tion to her work with Georgia Lawyers for the Arts, Meredith is

Along with its legal staff and more than 1000 volunteer

an adjunct professor at Emory Law School where she teaches

attorneys, Georgia Lawyers for the Arts provides more

contract drafting. Meredith also regularly lectures at Georgia

than $3,500,000 in pro bono legal services to artists of

State University College of Law and Georgia Tech on intellec-

all disciplines, including fine artists, musicians, graphic

tual property related projects. Georgia Lawyers for the Arts and

designers, dancers, writers, and actors. Meredith remem-

Meredith Regains are busy preparing for two of the organiza-

bers two of the most influnecial people in her life with

tions most innovative and fun fundraisers. Bourbon and Bites,

great fondness. “My Uncle, Charlie Lester who is a retired

an annual event that partners four bourbons, each uniquely

partner at Sutherland, Asbill, and Brennan (now Eversheds

paired with four delicious appetizers will be held in August at

Sutherland), inspired me to move from private practice to

W Hotel Midtown. There is also the Annual Charity Gala and

the not-for-profit world. I can never remember a time when

Art Auction! The organization auctions over 100 works of art

he did not have five or six pro bono cases at one time,” said

most of which are donated by artists who have received pro

Meredith. Her grandmother, Mary Simmons, preached

bono legal services from the organization. “We love that our

and preached about the value of education throughout her

artists/clients continue to support our organization in this

entire life; “my grandmother pushed me every day to do my

important way”, exclaimed Meredith; “if you are looking for

best in school and that one day it would pay off!”

art from Georgia’s best artists, this is a must attend event!”

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K A N YAT TA WA L K E R VICE PRESIDENT, CLIENT PRODUCT SUPPORT, ADP

Originally from Greenville, MS, and now working in Atlanta, Kanyatta Walker feels that her heritage is constantly a reminder to work hard in order to be able to reap rewards. And work hard she has. With over 20 years of experience as a technology leader, a B.S. from the University of Southern Mississippi, and an MBA from Emory University Goizueta Business School, she has overcome many obstacles in order to obtain the high goals she’s always set for herself. “As an African-American, female, prior to my current role, I have often been discounted.” said Kanyatta. “I am often reminded or told that I cannot do something because of others’ inability to understand my true value/skills.” Fortunately, her parents never placed limits on what she could accomplish and always referred her to Matthew 19:26 in the Bible that states, “…with God all things are possible.” HERE IS KANYATTA’S ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN WHEN IT COMES TO PURSUING GOALS: + Dream BIG - I am inspired by Mae Jemison’s quote: “Never limit yourself because of others’ limited imagination; never limit others because of your own limited imagination.” + Don’t let fear or someone else stop you from doing something - I consider God to be the source of my strength. I follow 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” + Lift as you climb – Once you have achieved or accomplished your personal goals, reach back and help someone else to achieve their goals.

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MARY MOORE OWNER, THE COOKS WAREHOUSE

Mary Moore grew up on a farm where she and her family raised pigs, chicken, cows and vegetables. Being surrounded by powerful female influencers such as her mother, grandmother, and great aunts who all loved to cook, it is easy to see how Mary Moore would become a leader the burgeoning Atlanta culinary community. “We did a lot of planting, tending, harvesting, and cooking as a family”, said Mary. “These amazing women were an incredible influence to me not only for cooking but also for how to live and make the most of life through good deeds, hard work, and determination.” It was many years ago as the then Director of Research and Development for Harry’s Farmer’s Market and; while on a trip to New York City, Mary discovered Bridge Kitchenware; a playground for everything culinary. She knew instantly that she was going to open a store like it in Atlanta! “Since opening The Cooks Warehouse on March 14th, 1995, for 25 years I have been selling great tools and teaching people how to cook. My passion then and today is to give everyone in Atlanta every excuse to cook.” Mary has been living her passion ever since, serving Atlanta as the founder and CEO of The Cooks Warehouse. Mary remembers very special birthday dinners as her family gathered around her grandmother’s table. “Great Aunt Edie’s cheese biscuits were always a part of the menu and I made hundreds with her as a child.” Today, Mary is making culinary memories for others by celebrating with her friends and family by treating them to some of her favorites. “One of my specialties and most requested meals for entertaining is Paella, I love the rich and complex flavors but it is hard to beat a delicious sous-vide tenderloin with red wine sauce”, said Mary. To Learn more about Mary Moore and the Cooks Warehouse check out the website; cookswarehouse.com. 22

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S TA C Y G R I N E R OWNER, KIKA STRETCH STUDIOS MIDTOWN

As a child growing up in East Orange, NJ, Stacy Griner and her family survived with the help of public assistance. Now, many years later, Stacy has retired from a successful legal career and is the owner of Kika Stretch Studios in Midtown, which she said allows her to be able to give back. “I feel proud of myself, I have to say,” said Stacy. “I think about where I started, how I grew up, and how resourceful I’ve been pretty much my whole life, to get to this point. I’m actually helping others in terms of giving them opportunities, giving them jobs as well.” The switch from working for someone else to starting her own business, though, was not easy. “I had never been in business before and I’m still learning a lot,” said Stacy. “I leaned on my project management skills, but the challenge for me was understanding all the steps involved in starting a business and how long everything can take.” There were also the financial challenges of launching a business. She overcame these obstacles by being creative and doing a lot of research to find alternative funding options so she can open even more studios. Despite the difficulties, Stacy’s glad she persevered and encourages other women to follow their dreams. “Life is short, and they should just go for it,” she said. “I really do believe that. If you bet on yourself, and you believe in yourself, and you really do put the work in, anything is possible.” WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE OTHER WOMEN ABOUT STARTING A BUSINESS? “Life is short, and they should just go for it.”

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It is very clear that FeFe Handy’s blessings are of

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HANDY,

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to change the lives of children everywhere through

and humility for her personal “heart” work that helped

reading. Page Turners Make Great learners is making

to shape FeFe’s unique and rewarding view of the

a difference in the lives of children around Atlanta by

world. “God has allowed my life to be a blessing for

expanding children’s knowledge and understanding

others and I am happiest when I choose to live by this

of the world, themselves, and their unique possibilities

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through the love of reading.

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“When my daughter was in the second grade, she began to struggle with reading, and I knew that I wanted to play an integral role in helping her find enjoyment in reading.” FeFe’s plan was simple; to create a space where her daughter and friends would feel comfortable reading and discussing books. Over time FeFe even added a special guest visitor after every book as a way to celebrate the children’s reading accomplishments. This creative solution to a common problem would be the catalyst that FeFe needed to create Page Turners Make Great Learners. “It is through the generosity of our partners that we are able to provide books, fieldtrips to the Center for Puppetry Arts, High Museum of Art, and Alliance Theatre, as well as hire seasoned teachers to assist in bolstering student’s reading skills,” said FeFe. “PNC Bank is instrumental in helping us to increase our footprint here in Atlanta today; and, over the last five years, by helping with our summer book club for elementary students.” FeFe went on to say that because of PNC Bank, “Page Turners Make Great Learners has been able to embark on our first Kindergarten Book Club and to expand our work beyond the summer and into the school year by partnering with the Alliance Theatre Institute.” Page Turners Make Great Learners hosts read-a-thons throughout Atlanta that offer corporations such as PNC Bank an ability to create literary opportunities where they could volunteer and see the direct impact of their service. “It is hard to determine who had the better time, the students or the volunteers.” In addition, through an incredible partnership with the Metro Atlanta Transit Authority, Page Turners Make Great Learner’s Storybus has been able to cultivate important relationships with publishing houses and award-winning authors. Most low-income schools have never had author visits because they are expensive and the schools simply do not have the budget. Page Turners Make Great Learners in conjunction with their corporate partners have hosted over twelve famous authors in many of Atlanta’s low-income schools to date and there are more in the works for the future. “It is our hope, that through reading, our students will come to recognize that self-improvement is self-empowerment and that true power is knowledge”, said FeFe. “Our greatest hope is that our students lives will be changed because of our work and that their success in life maters; to give them a voice and for them to know that someone cares about what they have to say.” If you would like more information about how to become involved with Page Turners Make Great Learners or how to sponsor a read-a-thon please go to pageturnersgreatlearners.org for more information. CityLifestyle.com/Midtown

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IT MAY BE THAT YOU DON’T HAVE MUCH SPACE TO WORK WITH; MAYBE YOU ARE ALWAYS ON-THE-MOVE; OR, MAYBE YOU JUST SIMPLY COLOR TO YOUR SPACE. It doesn’t matter what your reason may be. Container gardening—the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers rather than in the ground—is a great way to pack some punch into a small (or portable!) space. With container gardening, there are almost endless possibilities. Whether you’re looking to grow decorative plants or edible ones, there’s likely an option for you— and it doesn’t have to be limited to simply growing herbs

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on your windowsill. There are several factors to keep in mind when you first start your container garden, the first of which being to decide whether you’re going to keep it indoors or out. Different plants grow best in different environments, so be sure to choose species that will thrive where you’ve decided to put them—making sure they are receiving the proper amount of sunlight and moisture.

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Here are a few other things to be aware of when you get started: CONTAINER SIZES: Large containers may be easier to grow plants in than small since

they have more space for large root systems and larger amounts of soil retain more moisture. + CONTAINER DRAINAGE: Your container must have a drainage system—even if it’s just a few holes you drill in it yourself. For plants that need to be watered more frequently, consider self-watering containers. + CONTAINER MATERIALS: The fun thing about container gardens is that you don’t have to limit yourself. Get creative with the containers you use (while keeping the above information in mind)! We love repurposing vintage items into unique containers.

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Why stick with one kind of garden? Once you’re a container garden pro, there are tons of different theme gardens you can create all around your home. CLEAN-AIR GARDEN Snake Plant + Spider Plant + Dragon Plant + English Ivy FRAGRANCE GARDEN Lavender + Lemongrass + Mint LEMON GARDEN Lemon Verbena + Lemon Balm + Lemongrass + Lemon Geranium

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Meet Dr. Andy Ostrowski, Advanced Urology Atlanta ATLANTA NATIVE SERVING THE COMMUNITY

"I have watched the city continue to grow and diversify which is exciting, and yet still maintain its beauty and friendliness. We have all the advantages of a modern, vibrant city and I believe the continued growth will be beneficial for everyone to pursue their professional and personal aspirations."

UROLOGIC CONDITIONS ARE OFTEN EMBARRASSING TO

commenting on his comforting bed-side manner and enthusiasm

DISCUSS, URGENT IN NATURE, AND HAVE A SIGNIFICANT

for educating each patient about their urologic conditions.

IMPACT ON A PERSON’S LIFESTYLE. That is why Dr. Andy

“Practicing medicine in my home town has been a dream of mine

Ostrowski at Advanced Urology ensures every patient receives

and a source of motivation for me to excel at medical school and

compassionate and personalized care while focusing on discrete

throughout my residency. I passed on other opportunities outside

and effective treatment options. He offers same-day appointments

of Georgia because I believe Atlanta offers an amazing balance of

as well as same-day procedures, ensuring that your needs are met

the diversity and excitement of living in a large metropolitan area,

in a timely and convenient manner.

but also the congeniality and community feeling of a small town.

An alumnus of The Westminster Schools, Andy is proud to serve

The patients I see have such warmth and friendliness to them, it

his hometown of Atlanta in all areas of urology. As a direct reflec-

makes my job so rewarding knowing I’m helping out such wonder-

tion of his urologic training at The Mayo Clinic, he incorporates the

ful people.” says Dr Ostrowski.

latest technological innovations into his practice and consistently

Andy and his wife, Christina, live in Buckhead with their daughter

demonstrates a strong dedication to exceptional individualized

(and have another on the way!). He enjoys spending time with his

care. Andy is a top-rated urologist based on patient feedback

family at the Atlanta Zoo, Georgia Aquarium, and Atlanta Botanical

(e.g., Doctors.com, Healthgrades.com) with patients frequently

Gardens, as well as cheering on the Atlanta United.

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