Perimeter North, GA June 2018

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JUNE 2018 PUBLISHER

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FOR THIS MEN’S ISSUE, I CHANNELED MY DAD, SPUD SPARLING WHO LIVED LIFE VORACIOUSLY AND WAS GREGARIOUS, HARD WORKING AND ATHLETIC. He worked hard but played harder. I was the first girl after four boys so I ran faster, climbed higher and just did more, not to keep up with my brothers, but to keep up with my dad. He and I white water

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Dennis Malcolm Byron, Corinne Cummings,

rafted down the Snake River in Oregon, sailed Lake Michigan and canoed the Au Sable River in the dead of winter. It’s no wonder I loved working on this issue, traveling to Telluride to push myself and breathe in the landscape and reflect on my blessings.

After an exhausting two hour snowmobile trek to Dunton Hot Springs, I sidled up to the bar where Butch Cassidy sat. Legendary!

We’re thrilled to introduce five men who live or work in our community who are making an important contribution through their work in and out of the office. Say hello when you see them and let us know if there men in

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FEATURES 20 Outstanding Men Meet five who impress us.

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34 Guy’s Gadgets Gifts for Father’s Day or any day.

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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30 Back Stage 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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MUSIC AT BELMONT Summer is coming and Belmont Village Senior Living is celebrating from start to finish with a Summer Concert Series for friends and neighbors. This year marks Belmont Village’s 13th in the Atlanta area and they want to show appreciation for the welcome, support and friendship they’ve experienced over the years. Join Belmont first from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, June 13, on the lawn of Belmont Village Buckhead for Songs at Sunset, featuring Dusty’s Ragtime Band.

Then bid a fond farewell to the summer season from 3-5 p.m., Friday, August 24, at Belmont Village Johns Creek with the Summer Send-Off, featuring area favorite Myron Harvey on the saxophone. Enjoy live music and refreshments as you mix and mingle. These family-friendly events are open to all, but space is limited and RSVPs are requested. For more information, please call Belmont Village Buckhead, 404.252.6271 or Belmont Village

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NEW GYM AT CITY SPRINGS SculptHouse – the world’s first studio to combine the Megaformer and treadmill – is slated to open its doors in spring 2018 within the highly-anticipated City Springs development. As the second metro Atlanta location, the studio will offer intimate classes that incorporate the unparalleled Lagree Fitness method for a low-impact, but high-intensity workout, as well as additional amenities, including a private studio for one-on-one training, a coffee bar, keyless lockers, fully stocked bathrooms with endless grooming products, a private shower, a blow dry bar and retail boutique selling activewear and post-gym beauty essentials. Founder & CEO Katherine Mason is the brains behind the SculptHouse brand, having conceptualized the idea of combining the Megaformer with a Woodway Curve treadmill to create a unique workout method that had never been done before.

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MENTORS MATTER Lake Forest Elementary School (LFE) is demonstrating one of Fulton County Schools’ Strategic Plan pillars - Community Collaboration - through a partnership with a volunteer service arm of the Red Dot ministry at Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Buckhead. The group chose LFE as their focus school for tutoring in reading and math, teacher assistance, volunteering for various events and informal mentoring. The Red Dot initiative aims to link the congregants to communities across metro-Atlanta in ways that help build and strengthen them as well as foster interconnected relationships.

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a new location in Sandy Springs. The full-service orthopedic practice specializing in the diagnosis, treatment and management of sports injuries and musculoskeletal disorders opened its newest location in the Doctors Centre adjacent to Northside Hospital, at 960 Johnson Ferry Road NE. Dr. Alonzo Sexton, who recently joined the practice, began seeing patients at the new office April 10. Dr. Sexton is a board-certified orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and specializes in the operative and non-operative treatment of sports related injuries and musculoskeletal disorders of the upper and lower extremities. He is skilled in the latest treatment modalities in sports medicine and has particular expertise in minimally invasive arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, knee and elbow conditions, robotic knee resurfacing and shoulder replacements. He served as a team physician with the University of Georgia for more than 10 years. He also has been a team physician for the New York Jets. AtlSportsMed.com

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ARTICLE DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED HEY, GENTLEMEN! Have you been looking for a unique venue to quench your thirst with libations that don’t sail down the mainstream? Look no further. Choose from hardto-find craft beers on draft at the speakeasy-driven Chapter Room, to an extensive list of wines and cocktails to pair with upscale Italian fare at Davio’s, we’ve got you covered.

And to take it up a notch, how about sipping java next to hundreds of exotic cars at North America’s largest monthly auto show, Caffeine & Octane? Our lifestyle writer Dennis Malcolm Byron aka beer authority Ale Sharpton scouted the Perimeter North scene to find some locations to recommend for you to whet your palate and kick back—or get amped up—and treat yourself.

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CAFFEINE AND OCTANE Thanks to Caffeine and Octane, the largest monthly car show in North America, the first Sunday of each month 8 to 11 a.m., will never be the same. Going on its 11th year, 15,000 car enthusiasts gawk at more than 2,ooo extraordinary cars that congregate at Perimeter Mall.

And not only is C&A free, but it has become an NBC Sports Network show going into its third season. So have your coffee ready and end the weekend with a blast.

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The Actor

Brian Durkin catch him in Sony’s Superfly and Netflix’s Highwaymen GIVING BACK: I am a father of two and enjoy using my craft to entertain my kids and the children at Peachtree Presbyterian Church every Sunday so parents can go to church. I’m also a regular Secret Reader at Holy Innocence School.

BLOWING OFF STEAM: The Welch Martial Arts Experience in Sandy Springs is my go-to for both relaxation and fitness. I also enjoy putting my woodworking background to use by building wooden dummies, a practice tool for the Chinese martial arts Wing Chun, when not acting.

FAVORITE FUEL: Brooklyn Cafe and Kale Me Crazy SAGE ADVICE: I tell my kids if you can make a buck off something you’re passionate about, do that.

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Outstanding In Their Field the o r c h e st r at o r David Daly Director of Programming - SS Performing Arts Center GIVING BACK: I am a graduate of the Executive MBA program at Kennesaw State's Coles College of Business, and I volunteer as a team coach and individual coach.

BLOWING OFF STEAM: Hiking at Kennesaw Mountain and Sweetwater Creek.

FAVORITE FUEL: Breadwinner in Sandy Springs is my go-to lunch location. For dinner, I enjoy Local 3 – the menu is fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced, and the bar has plenty of great options for those who like to imbibe.

SAGE ADVICE: Pursue your passions, be kind to others, and never be afraid to say what you really feel.

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MEN OUTSTANDING

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the chef Chef Peter Kaiser

GIVING BACK: Food that Rocks, Harvest for a Cure National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry, Open Hand Atlanta, Food Bank Atlanta BLOWING OFF STEAM: Jones Bridge Unit, Chattahoochee National Recreation Area, Sunday morning run with friends, followed with a cold craft beer FAVORITE FUEL: Ponce City Market. The Food Hall has lots of choices, plus you can walk it off on the Beltline afterword.

SAGE ADVICE: You are perfect as you are, be kind!

the teacher Matthew Neylon Mount Vernon Presbyterian School GIVING BACK: Love Is A Verb is a collective of Christians who plug into local non-profits like Safe House Outreach downtown, as well as a student program in Clarkston BLOWING OFF STEAM: Novo Cucina, Jinya Ramen Bar, Huey Luey's, and Meehan's Public House promise good eats and great service.

FAVORITE FUEL: I like to take out-of-town guests to Hearth Pizza Tavern. Fresh 2 Order & Breadwinner are favorites.

SAGE ADVICE: My dad told me that the Neylon name meant two things, integrity and a great work ethic.There are two non-negotiables in life: safety and respect.

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Orlando Lynch Owner/CEO Atlanta Peach Movers

GIVING BACK: Last year when Hurricane Harvey, Irma, and Maria hit the U.S. mainland, we transported 18 tractor trailer loads of supplies over to Houston and Jacksonville.

BLOWING OFF STEAM: I like to unwind at the lake with a good book and go to Braves games.

FAVORITE FUEL: Houston’s has great service and the food is always good. J Alexanders is another favorite.

SAGE ADVICE: Happiness comes from within. I always tell my children that it’s not the mistakes you make in life, it’s the repeat of the mistakes. The greatest “griefs” are the ones we cause ourselves.

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Dan Forsman President & CEO Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties GIVING BACK: Our primary charitable organization is the Sunshine Kids Foundation, providing trips and excursions that allow children to forget about living with cancer.

BLOWING OFF STEAM: I enjoy hunting, fishing and spending time in the mountains.

FAVORITE FUEL WITH : People do not remember much about what you eat – but they do remember how they felt when they experience something.

SAGE ADVICE: My Dad told me to find something I love and someone to love. When you do what you love, work becomes more fun – and I love the real estate business.

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TELLURIDE ANYTIME PUSHING YOURSELF TO THE EDGE IN COLORADO

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HOW HARD COULD IT BE? I was joining Telluride Outside for a scenic snowmobile ride along groomed trails between the Wilson and Dolores mountain ranges to historic Dunton Hot Springs for a soak in ancient waters followed by a gourmet lunch. Well, two hours driving the snow machine, the roar of the engine masking my heavy breathing, left me exhilarated and exhausted. By the time we pulled into the remote Dunton Hot Springs property, an abandoned mining town turned Relais & Chateaux destination, my heart was pounding under the billowy snowsuit. I traded it for a giant fluffy robe and stomped through the snow to “the source,” the hottest of the three hot springs open for day visitors and overnight guests. I climbed gingerly down the slippery 4-foot wood ladder into the subterraneous tub of water naturally heated to 112 degrees by tectonic forces associated with the Triassic Dolores Formation.

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TELLURIDE HAS A WAY OF FEEDING YOUR BODY AND SOUL. One Hotel Telluride package Includes a guided private hike up Wilson Peak: a Colorado 14er and the actual mountain featured on the Coors bottles.

Lunch at the Dunton Hot Springs Saloon where Butch Cassidy stopped will blow you away, sophisticated farm-to-table served family style. Beautiful and satisfying. Telluride has a way of feeding your body and soul.

Much more than just a charming mountain ski town, the year-round destination attracts characters who make living a big life their priority.

Meet Chef Eliza Gavin (a graduate of Sewanee and Top Chef contestant) at 221 South Oak. She could have landed anywhere in the world but chose Telluride to serve dishes like a Rocky Mountain elk t-bone with goji berry walnut jam. She promises sustenance for even the heartiest diner who appreciates finesse.

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BACK STAGE

Joe Gransden,

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CAFÉ 290 EXPLODES WITH HIS SOUND ARTICLE CORINNE CUMMINGS | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JOE GRANSDEN

JOE GRANSDEN IS A 47-YEAR-OLD TRUMPETER AND SINGER WHO HAS BEEN PERFORMING FOR

I READ THAT YOU DIDN’T START SINGING UNTIL

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TRY FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS. He performs

SINGING WITH THE BAND?

almost six nights a week and has been influenced by

I didn’t start singing until I was about 26 years old.

Chet Baker and Frank Sinatra, and has released over a

I was playing twice a week steady at a great Italian

dozen records as a solo artist.

restaurant downtown and the manager told me that he liked the band, but we needed to hire a singer.

AS A BAND LEADER, YOU PLAY THE TRUMPET. My grandfather was an amazing trumpet player in New York City. He played with all the famous bands

My father’s a great piano player and singer so he taught me a few songs and we gave it a shot and it worked out.

back in the day, like the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.

Whenever he and my grandma would come visit, I

WHAT’S THE JAZZ SCENE IN ATLANTA LIKE?

would hear him practice and I fell in love with the

There is a very strong jazz scene here in Atlanta. It’s a

sound of the instrument. I always tell people that

very positive scene. There’s a lot of great players here from

I knew very, very early on what I was going to be

all around the country. The scene is strong. There’s a hand-

doing forever.

ful of clubs to play at. But there is also tons of work--corporate parties, weddings, special events, house concerts,

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everybody is working a lot. We did over 300 gigs last year.

YOUR HOME. Café 290 has been an iconic jazz club since the 80s.

WHAT’S NEXT?

I’ve been playing there regularly for almost 9 years with

June 3-8 is my Jazz Camp for young adults and chil-

my 16-piece, Joe Gransden’s Big Band. It’s a dinner

dren called Joe’s Jazz Camp. We’re in our second year.

theater atmosphere—with two sets with my 16-piece

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orchestra. We’ve had lots of special guests: Clint

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Eastwood came in one night, Vanessa Williams was here one night, some famous comedians have come in.

It’s our home base.

WHO ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE COLLABORATORS? I have worked for Clint Eastwood quite a bit and became friends with him over the years. Kenny G is also playing on my new record, Go Getta. I got to write and record with him at his house in Malibu, California.

“There is a very strong jazz scene here in Atlanta. It’s a very positive scene. There’s a lot of great players here that are from all around the country…”

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3 CAFFEINE & OCTANE 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd

Caffeine & Octane is a nationally recognized all makes, all models, monthly car show. This nationally recognized show regularly draws over 2,500 vintage, muscle, high performance, and exotic cars while also attracting over 10,000 spectators.

First Sunday of every month. Free.

CaffeineAndOctane.com

9 QUALITY WORK | EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSONALIZED & FREE COLOR CONSULTATIONS

FOOD THAT ROCKS City Springs Green

For one night only (June 9, 2018), more than 25 of Sandy Springs' fa-

MASTER CARPENTERS FOR REPAIRS

vorite restaurants will be rocking

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED WITH 2-YEAR EXTERIOR WARRANTY

Green, in the heart of Sandy Springs.

the big tent in Sandy Springs City This all-inclusive event will provide you with food, wine, beer and cocktail tastes from local mixologists, live music and benefits local charities.

FoodThatRocks.org

9-16 DUNWOODY RESTAURANT WEEK Throughout Dunwoody

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Each summer, Dunwoody celebrates its annual Restaurant Week (June,

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during which visitors can sample food and drink from some of your favorite haunts. Participating restaurants will showcase their best dishes and desserts with pre-set lunch and dinner menus. Diners are invited to either call

Morning Sunshine

to make reservations or simply stop

Afternoon Cool Down

in to enjoy delicious meals for a steal.

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9 DNC SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Dunwoody Nature Center

Join the Nature Center for another summer of music and fun during their 2018 Summer Concert Series. This year

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brings a wonderful new lineup of bands of all different styles and sounds. BYO picnic.

Beer,

bevvies

for

sale.

DunwoodyNature.org

It moves your shades, so you don’t have to.

POWERVIEWTM MOTORIZATION FROM HUNTER DOUGLAS.

10 SWINGIN’ MEDALLIONS Heritage Sandy Springs

Concerts by the Springs June Concert will bring the Swingin’ Medallions back to Sandy Springs for the first time in six years. The Swingin' Medallions – playing a mix of beach music, frat rock, R&B, and Carolina shaggin' music – have been around since the early 1960's.

HeritageSandySprings.org

Soften harsh sunlight and save with Fashionably early.

Hunter Douglas window fashions. $ 100 REBATE REBATES AVAILABLE ON SELECT LIGHT-TRANSFORMING STYLES.

Pirouette® Window Shadings

POWERVIEW™ MOTORIZATION FROM HUNTER DOUGLAS.

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APRIL 15—JUNE 26, 2017

A remarkable system that automatically moves your shades throughout the day, according to your schedule and activities. Just program your personalized settings with your smart phone or tablet, and let PowerView do the rest.* You can even activate a pre-programmed setting with a touch of our brilliantly designed PowerView Pebble™ Scene Controller. How smart—intelligent shades that simplify your life. To see PowerView in motion, contact us today.

Order your shades now and be ready for holiday gatherings.

Beautiful Hunter Douglas window fashions are essential to an inviting home décor. What’s more, savings are available right now on a wide range of styles. So, shop today, order early and have your ASK FOR DETAILS TODAY. window fashions professionally installed. All in time for your guests to arrive. $100

Classic Blinds & Shutters Design Center 488 N Main St Ste 109

in Sandy Springs

High Country Outfitters is thrilled Hooch" SUP race for the 7th year in

a free kids' race. Kids are free, 2 mile is $45 and 6 mile is $45 (404) 814-0999

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Morgan Falls Overlook Park

hoochee River. All ages and ability

The PowerView Pebble is available in seven colors.

REBATE on select purchases of Hunter Douglas window fashions 9/17–12/12/16.*

STAND UP FOR THE HOOCH

a row! Paddle the famous Chatta-

SILHOUETTE® WINDOW SHADINGS LUMINETTE® PRIVACY SHEERS

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A remarkable system that automatically moves your shades throughout the day, according to your schedule and activities. Just program your personalized settings with your smar phone or tablet, and let PowerView do the rest.* You can even activate a pre-programmed setting with a touch of our brilliantly designed PowerView Pebble TM Scene Controller. How smart-intelligent shades that simplify your life.

To see PowerView in motion, contact us today.

M-F: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sun: Closed 770-924-0282 www.classicblindsandshutters.com

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PARTING THOUGHTS

go go gadgets ARTICLE RICK LIMPERT

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ALLOWED TO SAY "WOW!" Show me a guy, and chances are it's a guy that loves the latest in technology. It doesn't matter if it's in his golf bag, office, tool shed or on his smartphone; the man in your life deserves the latest and greatest. New and innovative tech devices are heightening consumer lives in unexpected ways. Shining the spotlight on everything from emerging multime-

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dia, mobile usage and user-friendly designs.

Everyday there are new gadgets and tech released for men of all ages. Analysts say we’ve come further in the last five years than the previous 50, and there is no end in sight. Just 50 years ago, we wouldn’t have imagined some of today’s technology, but today’s tech gives us a glimpse

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of where we are heading. Whether it be virtual or augmented reality, the men in our lives are always on the move, so tech that is “grab and go” is here to stay and becoming more prevalent. Breakthrough technologies will continue to create new value and transform everyday experiences. Ease of use is important as time constraints impact the 24

01 DELL NEXT GEN XPS 13 LAPTOP All the power one needs in an ultra-light

hours we have in a day and durability is a must as

13-inch laptop.

guys connect on that deep level with their favorite

02 ULTIMATE EARS BLAST SPEAKER Bold, immersive 360° sound and voice

devices. Take note, as future technological direc-

control on Wifi.

tion also depends on the habits of millennials

03 ROCCAT HORDE AIMO KEYBOARD Membranical® keys for easy typing

and Gen-Xers, so expect trends to be more eco-

plus multi-zone RGB illumination.

friendly and there to be increased voice activated

04 COBRA KING F8 IRONS WITH COBRA CONNECT A sensor embedded

apps and devices. Until then, there is enough to

in the grip gives real-time data.

satisfy our “early adopters.”

05 TAPPLOCK You never need a key or combination with fingerprint padlock.

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Introducing the new Continental GT. Phenomenally powerful, exquisitely craaed.

Whatever the journey, make it memorable.

Visit Bentley Atlanta, North Atlanta’s ďŹ nest ultra-luxury dealership.

10995 Westside Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009 Learn more at bentleyatlanta.com or call 678-436-5347.