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HOW EXCITING TO CELEBRATE "Women in Business" in this edition of Macon Magazine. I have so much admiration for strong women who are successful business leaders. I'm also thrilled to tell you of a new woman-owned business in Macon designed for dogs. Fur Fix is an aquatics wellness center for dogs open by appointment on Saturdays. Your cherished fur baby can enjoy an indoor heated pool and one-on-one attention from a trained waterworks practitioner. Why should you bring a dog to swim? Being a water lover myself, I am eager to jump in any pool, creek or lake – as my parents can attest – only to come out covered in mud, yuck and who AC PUP Water, wags and wellness knows what kinds of bugs. Rather than jump into a creek or lake, the option to swim regularly in a pristine pool under close supervision is absolutely the safest way to improve fitness and health. Swimming is also terrific exercise and helps burn energy for frisky dogs (like me) who need tons of activity. Fur Fix is the perfect option for pet parents to who want their spirited fur babies to work out privately without community exposure to groups of other dogs. It's also great for dogs recovering from injury or surgery and for elderly dogs, those who have limited mobility, joint issues or are otherwise not motivated to exercise. The peaceful surroundings of the pool, relaxing music and continual physical support provide older, anxious dogs just the reassurance they need while giving them a way to move at their own pace. They will be successful and very proud of themselves. Have you noticed there's more of your fur baby to love than there was before the pandemic? Having a swimming regimen helps those pudgy pooches get back to their svelte selves while having fun. It's perfect for keeping show dogs in shape, too. Learn more at furfixga.com or on Facebook at Fur Fix. Come on in, the water's perfect! – PATTI JONES LOCAL BUZZ Virtual event offers education about local civil rights protections IN WORKING TO ENACT a civil rights ordinance for Macon-Bibb County, Scott Mitchell found that many people aren't aware that their friends and neighbors don't have the same rights as they do. Through a free virtual event April 22-23, Mitchell and other members of the Macon-Bibb Comprehensive Civil Rights Team are hoping to educate residents about why local civil rights protections are needed and what effects an ordinance would have on the community. "In the wake of the recent failed effort to enact a comprehensive civil rights ordinance for Macon-Bibb County, many in our community on both sides of the discussion cited the need for more education," said Macon-Bibb CCR Committee Member Claire Cox. "We hope that business leaders, people of color and people of faith will choose to listen to these conversations and decide for themselves whether more protections are needed in Macon-Bibb." SESSION INFORMATION: 10-11:30 A.M. APRIL 22: "Civil Rights Law: Legal Questions Surrounding a Non-discrimination Ordinance." Host: Mercer Law School. Dean Cathy Cox will moderate a discussion with law professors, a state representative and a Savannah alderman. 6:30-8 P.M. APRIL 22: "What Does a Comprehensive Civil Rights Ordinance Mean for People of Color?" Host: Georgia NAACP. Weston Stroud will moderate a discussion with the Georgia NAACP's president, State House Minority Leader and local black leaders. 10-11:30 A.M. APRIL 23: "How Does a Non-discrimination Ordinance Affect My Business?" Host: Macon Magazine publisher Susannah Maddux will moderate a discussion with local employment attorneys and small business leadership from NewTown Macon and Macon-Bibb government. 1-2:30 P.M. APRIL 23: "Beyond Loving Your Neighbor: A Faith Perspective on Civil Rights." Dr. Karen Bray, chair of the Religious Studies and Philosophy Department at Wesleyan College, will moderate a panel discussion with local religious leaders. Learn more at ccrmacon.com. APRIL/MAY 2021 | maconmagazine.com 29