speaker loves what she calls the four “ Fs ” of Atlanta : Food , family , fun , and film . Smith loves the diversity of Atlanta especially with regard to the different neighborhoods and the cultures that make up each one . She also highlighted the versatility of the city .
The speakers were also asked to recommend a few favorite spots to check out in Atlanta . The Beltline was high on the list- specifically . Hawkers , an Asian fusion restaurant located on the Beltline was highly recommended . Pairs raved about the record stores in Little Five Points and says he always takes outof-town guests to the KING Center . He commented that , with COVID , the beltline is also a great choice . Green raved about “ shootin ’ -the-hooch ”, a Georgia tradition which requires you to literally go with the flow . Floaters bring their own inter-tubes and enjoy an afternoon of sun .
As for the food scene , the speakers were eager to give their top picks . Pairs noted the ethnic spots along Buford Highway such as Mumak , and a Korean barbeque spot called Heirloom Barbeque near the Chattahoochee river . Smith urged viewers to check out
Mixed-Up Burgers located in Grant Park and reminded the other speakers of the Georgia wineries just north of the city .
The speakers are looking forward to many up and coming things in Atlanta . Riley mentioned the Quarry , an old rock quarry that is being transformed into a lake . Pairs gave his insight into an old-time shopping center located in east Atlanta which has been taken over by artists and will become an art gallery . A few months back , they allegedly hosted a drive through art show .
French also asked the speakers about the impact COVID is having on the Atlanta community . Pairs spoke of the disheartening effects on the music scene but also described a drive in concert in Nashville . As such , he is looking forward to positive changes that may come from this moment to pause .
Green views the pandemic as adding to her productivity . She believes as we learn to do things differently , we become more inclusive and a bit more patient with one another . She is glad to see more difficult topics being discussed in the news and in the media .
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Riley commented on how the pandemic has made her realize how interconnected all people are and the apparent need to look after one another . She is hopeful we are at a transformative time . Smith , a self-described perpetual optimist , commented on the fact that difficult times and challenges often result in innovation .
French ’ s final question asked each speaker how they saw their responsibility to the Atlanta community for sharing information . While most of the speakers agreed and see their role and responsibility to their communities greater than ever , Smith believes that while the awareness of the media has changed , the role it plays and the responsibility to tell the truth has remained the same . The webinar finished on an optimistic note with the changes and challenges to come in these unprecedented times .
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On July 23 , 2020 , the Atlanta Bar Association hosted the last installment of its virtual Summer Series , intended to provide opportunities for members to engage and remain active with each other and the association . The July 23 program was moderated by Chris Lightner ( Alston & Bird ) and brought together a panel of pro bono leaders from the Atlanta legal community . The panelists each lead
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