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Did you know that May Day has its roots in astronomy? Traditionally, it was the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. As with many early holidays, May Day was rooted in agriculture. Springtime festivities filled with song and dance celebrated the sown fields starting to sprout. Cattle were driven to pasture, special bonfires were lit, and doors of houses, as well as livestock, were decorated with yellow May flowers. When I was growing up, my little sister and I would pick flowers from the field down the road and make May Day baskets out of construction paper, sewing notions and paper plates. Mrs. Stevenson, and her beauty queen daughter across the street, were the objects of our affection on May 1. We would tip-toe up her long driveway, hang the little basket on the front doorknob, and ring and run. She would come to the door, feign confusion and surprise, shrug her shoulders, sniff the flowers and look out toward our house, winking. We were thrilled. Little did we know this was another of our mother's lessons about kindness and community. That notion is meaningful to all the women in our issue this month. Enjoy their stories and DO drop off a basket of flowers to an unsuspecting neighbor on May Day. Shh, I won't tell!
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Talking about her childhood growing up in Johns Creek, Regan Maki Couch is filled with a wave of nostalgia. She remembers when 141 was a two-lane road surrounded by horse farms. “Living in the area felt like we were in the middle of nowhere,” recalls Regan, who grew up one of five children of Caroline and John Maki. She lived in Peachtree Corners/Duluth, in an area that is now Johns Creek. She attended Norcross High School and graduated from Darlington School as a boarding student in 1998 with strong extracurriculars and a bright future. She and her friends spent summers at the Atlanta Athletic Club. “Those are some of my fondest memories. I still hold those friends near and dear,” says Regan. Her favorite teen hangouts were the movie theater, El Torero and Philly Connection. “We would meet up on Friday nights those were the days!” Now, as a mom, she loves raising her children in Johns Creek, not far from where she grew up. “While growth of the area has changed it considerably, the hometown feel still exists, especially when you get involved in the pockets of the community that are important to you and your family,” says Regan.
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She is involved in the PTA at Autrey Mill Middle School where her son is a sixthgrader and is excited to get involved when her 4-year-old daughter attends school in the coming years. Regan is holding these years close and is proud to be a business owner in the Johns Creek area, helping in some small way to foster an environment of love and support as growth strengthens the community. “Johns Creek is a very diverse city of people from all walks of life. We are all humans and can all bring something positive to the community,” says Regan, who is a Realtor® and Team Principal of The Regan Maki Team, Compass. She is one of Johns Creek’s biggest cheerleaders. “I pray that as we navigate through the years to come, Johns Creek will remain a safe place that is sought-after because of the excellent education, sports, clubs, community, great restaurants, and shops. We are close to the city yet far enough away to foster a small-town feel of our own. Remember to support the local businesses and restaurants that have made Johns Creek feel so special and make it what it is today,” says Regan. You can find Regan at ReganMaki.com or by calling 404.304.6452.
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Heather Redrick, Chief Nursing Officer at Emory Johns Creek, believes that it takes a village to get everybody where they need to be when you have a very active family. Between her and her husband of twelve years, a detective with the Dekalb County Police Department, they have a total of four kids, one granddaughter, and a four-yearold golden retriever named Lexi. A football-loving sports family, they are outdoorsy, but they also all enjoy settling in for a family games night. Heather’s work at Emory Johns Creek supports several schools and organizations in the community. In her volunteer life, Heather has served as president of Leadership Johns Creek for the last two years and can also be found in the nursery at her church on Sundays.
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Pamela Hawkins, a resident of Johns Creek, works for Bank of America and is the chair of the Black Professional Group, Atlanta Chapter (BPG). Grieving over continuous killings of so many within the Black community, she knew that she had to find a way to be a vehicle for change. Seven events and 3,600 people later, Pamela is still actively working on a greater understanding of issues facing the Black community. Starting off each day working out and spending time with God not only relieves stress, it also allows her to be positive. From volunteering at work to her countless other civic, faithbased, or secular activities, it is easy to see why she received a Good Citizen Award from Representative Billy Mitchell. Pamela is the embodiment of service. She is happily married, has five children, a new granddaughter and a nine-week-old Cavapoo puppy. CONTINUED > MAY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/J O HN S C R E E K
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Hannah Whitney is the event director for Cherry Street Brewing Company. She is a happily married mother of two amazing children: Gavin, a ten-year-old who loves ice hockey, and fivemonth-old Beckett. Whether it is going on a hike, watching a movie, or having a family dinner, Hannah loves family time with her husband and kids. Since developing the event program for Cherry Street, Hannah has had the pleasure of planning and executing events for numerous charities and missions. In a happy combination of her home life and Cherry Street’s community efforts, the Vickery location has just launched a new “Moms and Mental Health” event that will discuss parenting, provide resources, and build a community of incredible moms doing their best to juggle it all.
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Chelsea Miller is the beverage director for Cherry Street Brewing Company, a women-owned and operated small business. She credits the company with helping her achieve her work-life balance, as Cherry Street prioritizes its employees as family, giving Chelsea the ability to thrive in her role and focus on her family life as well. Whether it’s a school function, or just a night in with the kids, Chelsea’s flexible schedule at Cherry Street allows for time with her eight-year-old daughter Charlie and two-year-old son William, all of whom love the outdoors. Through work, Chelsea is actively involved with many civic and secular organizations and partners with other women in the liquor industry to grow their networks.
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For many moms, one of the biggest stumbling blocks to getting in shape is finding daycare while attending a gym. Alanna Dunn, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran who is now a stay-at-home mom of three, found a solution when she discovered Delta Life Fitness, a women-only fitness studio designed for moms just like her. Delta Life is a one-of-a-kind workout facility, incorporating a three-step approach to its business model that pleasantly sets them apart. Step one is time-efficient 30-minute workouts. Step two is child supervision. And lastly, step three is cultivating a women-only environment. “I had been wanting to join a gym for years, but could only do so if there was trustworthy, affordable childcare for my kids,” says Alanna. “I knew my 2-year-old wasn’t ready to be dropped off at just any childcare. When I saw the beautiful, clean, and brand new playroom at Delta and met the awesome women that care for the kids, I knew this would be a fun and friendly environment for them.” Now a regular at the 4 o'clock class, Alanna enjoys the by-women for-women environment that defines Delta Life Fitness. “I never intended to join an allwomen gym, but never ruled it out either,” she recalls. “After taking my first class, I felt challenged in a good way and supported by the trainers and other women.” As a mom, Alanna is familiar with juggling many responsibilities and multitasking throughout the day, and Delta Life Fitness’s approach embodies that kind of proficiency as well. The workouts are intense but not too time-consuming. They focus on tone and sculpting while tracking the effect of a workout in real-time using innovative technology. The supervised kids corner is fun and comfortable for children, and CONTINUED >
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Where does your mind wander when you close your eyes and imagine a place where you are relaxed, engaged and enlivened? Is it a soft sandy beach, dozing under an umbrella? Are you an active vacationer like me, up at sunrise to join a yoga class or renting a fat tire bike to explore a snowy path? Perhaps exploring a new climate, culture and cuisine ticks all the boxes for you. As Americans and Atlantans, living in the home to the world's busiest airport, dreamy destinations are at our doorstep. For our May issue, we wanted to take you away, far away, and inspire you to find your next vacation while encouraging you to dream big.
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We wanted to take you away, far away, and inspire you to find your next vacation while encouraging you to dream big.
To the beach, in luxury, Naples style. La Playa is a vibrant beachside resort with service that just won't stop surprising you and a pool patio that is right out of old Hollywood. Ask about feeding time for the school of koi in the poolside garden and be sure to spend a full day at the beach, with chair and umbrella set-ups and waiter service. With a smile. LaPlayaResort.com To the desert, to hike and breathe. We love a resort that encourages unplugging and this one gives you plenty of reasons to do so. Aerial silk classes, meditation circles and a healthy menu make clearing your head all the easier. Great location for nearby hikes in the Sonoran Desert. CivanaCarefree.com Back east, Adirondack Great Camp, Rockefeller-built. I arrived after the kitchen had long-since served lunch but still, my hosts insisted I sit on the patio in the mid-afternoon sun and enjoy a little
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WOMEN AT THE WHEEL
ARTICLE BY SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CATRINA MAXWELL, CATMAX PHOTOGRAPHY
Hiring great people is a priority for Stephanie Frink, general manager at BMW of Gwinnett Place. She has been at the helm of the dealership for two years, moving to Atlanta from Detroit where she launched her automotive career with Penske Automotive 12 years ago.
MEET THE BOSSES AT BMW OF GWINNETT PLACE
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The women of BMW of Gwinnett Place: Sheryl Mazzeo - Finance Manager, Rosemary Owolabi - Service Advisor, Jennifer Bartlett - Tag & Title Clerk, Summaiya Zerin - Receptionist, Stephanie Frink - General Manager, Adriana Gillman - Service Advisor, Andrea Rodriguez - Receptionist, Jennifer Costa - Service Advisor, Jackie Johnson - Store Admin, Tierra Braddy - Service Advisor
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GM Stephanie Frink (right) and Sheryl Mazzeo, finance manager
Female customers now make up more than half of BMW’s customer base and Stephanie and her team understand the importance of having a female perspective at every level of the customer journey. She has built her team to include 15 percent women. "I am certainly looking to have more female representation on the team. Women are a great fit in the retail automotive business especially as the industry is transforming away from 'typical car dealer' tactics to a welcoming, relationship-based, enjoyable, and transparent experience. Clients want to work with women when buying a vehicle or servicing a vehicle," says Stephanie. For more 20 years, BMW of Gwinnett Place has served the Atlanta area and surrounding communities. To enhance performance capabilities and innovation at BMW of Gwinnett Place, the company relies on a diverse workforce. In addition to English, Spanish, Korean and Chinese, our employees speak seven languages to better serve the Atlanta community. “It doesn’t matter who you are or what your background is, passion is universal and we value diversity in all of our teams,” she says.
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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
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DENTAL APPOINTMENTS SHOULD BE INFORMATIVE AND ENJOYABLE! YOU CAN TRUST THAT EVERY TIME YOU LEAVE OUR OFFICE, YOU’LL FEEL BETTER FOR HAVING STOPPED BY!
OUR GOALS AT NORTH ATLANTA FAMILY DENTISTRY It’s pretty simple: We want to help our patients and our community get and keep a beautiful, healthy smile! Our skilled and experienced team of dentists, assistants, hygienists, and off ice staff work together to achieve this goal, giving our patients the time and individualized care they need to achieve healthy teeth and gums.
Free Fitness Classes Hello Neighbor!
NE WTOWN PA R K | 9 :0 0 A M Free outdoor fitness classes include yoga, bar-less barre, H.I.I.T. and Zumba. See the city website for details. Our favorite is Tuesdays, H.I.I.T. at 9 a.m. All classes are one hour. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class to sign the class waiver. MAY 7TH
Johns Creek's Finest 5K Benefiting the Special Needs Community
S H A KE R AG PA R K | 8 :0 0 A M This 5K race is a qualifying event for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Benefiting Special Olympics Georgia, the race is dog, stroller, wheelchair, and walker-friendly. All dogs must be on a leash. The 1-mile Kid Fun Run starts first. MAY 10 TH
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
O C E E L I B R A RY | 2:0 0 P M Giving blood saves lives. Help support our community by giving back to those in need. Ages 18 and up. Located in Meeting Room B. Email: Carla.Burton@FultonCountyGA.gov. More Info: FulCoLibrary.org/locations/OCEE/
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