GEORGIA Magazine

One of the most fascinating natural phenomena is bioluminescence. Though science explains how organisms like certain species of bugs and fish can generate flashes of light, the sight still has an air of magic and delights those who witness it. Learn more about bioluminescence and a few places in Georgia where you can see it in action in "Night lights" on page 20.

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Anna Ruby Falls
Georgia Aquarium
State Botanical Garden of Georgia at UGA

Happy Mother’s Day from Georgia Magazine!

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers and mother figures who support their families and communities in countless ways each day.

Across Georgia, May brings a full calendar of events that highlight local culture and community. Savannah hosts TEDxSavannah, while cities such as Duluth, Marietta and Alpharetta feature arts festivals and garden tours. Concerts, exhibits and food festivals are happening statewide.

Read more on page 8 in this month’s Calendar of Events.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202605/index.php #/p/8

Milkshakes, sundaes, specialty sodas and more! This month’s cover story about The Jerks of Cartersville is a treat!

The recent addition to Cartersville's downtown is bringing back both the decadent desserts and the colorful lingo served up at the soda-fountain shops of yesteryear, and visitors are eating it up. From the floor to the ceiling, the shop is rooted in nostalgia and committed to celebrating the simple pleasures.

Learn more in "The Jerks of Cartersville," starting on page 14.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202605/index.php #/p/14

Anita Thornton shares memories from Chatsworth and discovers the joys of exploring the state through hiking.

Read more on page 22 in this month’s My Georgia.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202604/index.php #/p/22

This month’s Made in Georgia highlights Sautee artist Priscilla Wilson, who transforms gourds into detailed works of art and uses them as the basis for the Gourd Impressions Pottery line.

Read more on page 36.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202604/index.php #/p/36

The Gourd Place

A cottage garden is designed to have a lot of personality, often reflecting that of its owner. These gardens bring a sense of “home” and warmth, with quirky artistic elements, a combination of plant varieties and always something interesting to view. They often feature benches or other places to sit for a while and take a break to enjoy nature.

Learn more in “Cottage gardens welcome beauty, whimsy,” starting on page 34.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202604/index.php #/p/34

Georgia's EMC’s are deeply saddened by the passing of United States Representative David Scott. Rep. Scott was a steadfast supporter of Georgia’s EMCs during his time in Congress, championing programs such as the Rural Utility Service (RUS), and also serving as the first African American Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee. We’re sharing this 2022 profile from NRECA's RE Magazine as a tribute that outlines his longtime support of EMCs throughout our state. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones at this time.

https://www.cooperative.com/remagazine/articles/Pages/Lawmaker-Profile-Rep-David-Scott.aspx

Right in the heart of Atlanta lies a mecca for plant enthusiasts: the Atlanta Botanical Garden. As the award-winning public garden celebrates its golden anniversary this year, it reflects on the milestones it has achieved over the years and looks ahead to exciting plans for an 8-acre expansion that will connect with the city’s popular Atlanta Beltline network of trails and parks.

Learn more in “Atlanta Botanical Garden turns 50,” starting on page 24.

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Atlanta Botanical Garden

Hair and makeup artist Ricci de Forest was not planning to open a museum when he purchased an empty storefront in Atlanta. But he discovered beauty tools dating back to the 1940s that were connected to the far-reaching beauty empire of Madame C.J. Walker, the first black woman to become a millionaire in the U.S., and he knew he had a cultural treasure on his hands. When he later learned that the nation’s first black-owned/-operated radio station also began in the building, he decided to honor both legacies with the Madame C.J. Walker Boutique Museum/WERD Studio.

Learn more in “Atlanta museum marks two unique aspects of black history” on page 14.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202604/index.php #/p/14

The Madame Museum

For many farming families, agriculture is not just a job. It’s a birthright and a legacy that is passed down from one generation to the next. When children or grandchildren find themselves the new owners in charge of their families’ farms, there are questions and challenges. But for many, the decision to keep the family’s heritage going is a simple—and rewarding—one.

Meet some of these new-generation farmers in “Inheriting the earth,” starting on page 18.

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202604/index.php #/p/18