Perimeter North Lifestyle September 2014

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Editor's Letter

Hello Perimeter North I want to start out by apologizing.

I am sorry. I really am.

I know I could have included your business/ school/nonprofit/family/church/event in our A-Z Guide this month. There are so many wonderful things about living and working in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs.

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Jim Newman | JNewman@LifestylePubs.com

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Sue G. Collins | SCollins@LifestylePubs.com

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Karyn Slovin | KSlovin@LifestylePubs.com

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Kimberly Bleyzgis | KBleyzgis@LifestylePubs.com

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We have hundreds of locally owned businesses, dozens of creative neighborhood initiatives and a gaggle of hard-working teachers and community leaders. The number of medical professionals, health and wellness providers and beauty salons is impressive. Fabulous restaurants and inventive bartenders keep us all entertained and well fed. There is no shortage of boutiques in our zip codes.

Still, we have our favorites. I hope you will discover a few new haunts in our A-Z Guide this month and, as always, I encourage you to send your favorites to me to highlight in an upcoming issue. It’s a tough job keeping up with you. It really is. I need your help!

In the meantime, enjoy this issue and keep it close by. If you know someone who would like to receive the magazine digitally, send them to our website to subscribe, please.

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

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Artist’s Palette

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Page Turners

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Sold Properties

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Parting Thoughts

16 A - Z Guide to Perimeter North

A list of our staff’s favorite things in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs.

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Good Times

Art is the Park

The Playable Art Park is a unique playground designed for kids (of all ages) to enjoy and experience art in a direct, tactile way. There is nothing like it in the Southeast, perhaps in the country.

The sculptures are a gift to the City from The Sandy Springs Conservancy and Art Sandy Springs, made possible with a grant from Northside Hospital.

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Around Town tastes from top mixologists and more. Each of the chefs will submit a meatball sample to a panel of judges and attendees to see who has the mightiest meatball in the business. Once the votes are cast, the top three winners will advance to battle it out on the live “Throwndown” stage in the final MeatBrawl competition on October 25, as part of the Taste of Atlanta festival. A portion of the event proceeds will benefit Project Open Hand.

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5K FOR GOCA September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance is working hard across the state to highlight the cause, honor those battling the disease and educate women about the risks and symptoms leading to early detection. Two Teal Trot 5k are set at Fort Yargo State Park on September 20 and Alpharetta’s Sanctuary Park on September 27.

“Ovarian cancer is an under-recognized threat to women’s health,” says Doug Barron, executive director of the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. “One out of 72 women is affected, and the majority of cases aren’t detected until late stage due to evasive symptoms and a lack of reliable screening tools, making it the deadliest of gynecologic cancers.” GAOvarianCancer.org. 404.255.1337

ENT of Georgia South has opened up a new satellite office in Buckhead with five board certified ENT physicians that specialize in tinnitus, snoring, sleep apnea, allergies, ear disease, hearing loss, and chronic sinusitis. In addition to the five renowned ENT physicians, the office offers four doctors of audiology who specialize in hearing care from pediatric to geriatric patients in regards to hearing aids and other assistive listening devices. They work with Oticon and Phonak hearing aid manufacturers and also have offices in Stockbridge and Fayetteville. 770.991.2800. AtlantaHearingInstitute.com

WE ALL SCREAM Atlanta Re/Max realtor, Collette McDonald, has been bringing an ice cream truck to open houses in Brookhaven this warm summer season.

“Come visit some of our great homes that are on the market right now, you know they could melt away fast!” says Collette, who specializes in residential real estate in Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Buckhead and Dunwoody. “Summer is a great time of the year to buy a new home – let me help you find the right neighborhood, the right schools and the right commute.”

NEW TEACHERS Dunwoody Elementary School principal Jennifer Sanders and parents welcome new staff to the building this fall: Rachel Risinger, Angela Moss, Alexandria Taylor, Megan Slotin, Kim Stewart, Craig Culbreth, Erin Schaffner, Hartley Janney, Amy Hollander, Kimberly Sampson, Horatio Leftwich, Lakisha Childs, Tiara Muhammad, Portia Font, Carol Lincoln, Geraldine Cannon, Gloria Evans and Laura Madden. Welcome to the community!

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MEATBALL WINNER Taste of Atlanta is hosting Atlanta Meatball Festival September 14 from 2 – 6 p.m. in the lot next to Cibo e Beve in Sandy Springs.

Italian cuisine connoisseurs and meat maniacs can join Chef Host Linda Harrell of Cibo e Beve to enjoy traditional and nontraditional meatball recipes from Atlanta’s best restaurants, including Cibo e Beve, Rosebud, Barrelhouse, Davio’s, St. Cecelia, No. 246, Ratio Bakeshop and more. The celebration will also feature live music, 10

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The 3rd annual Stand Up for Stand Down toiletry drive for Georgia’s homeless Veterans, sponsored by the metro area Pilot International Clubs, Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital, will take place through Sept. 5. The drive collects a variety of much-needed toiletry and personal care items to fill “comfort bags” for Veterans who attend the Atlanta VA Medical Center’s annual “Stand Down” event in October. “Stand Down” is a military term that refers to the time when troops are brought back from the battlefield for rest and recuperation. The Atlanta VA Stand Down event provides health and other services to help homeless Veterans get back on their feet. More than 650 homeless Veterans were served at the 2013 event. For a list of drop off

locations, visit GACancer.com. For more information about the Stand Up for Stand Down drive, contact 678.485.8558.

Support Spruill The annual fund campaign continues for Spruill Center of the Arts through October 31. Spruill is committed to raising $35,000 in individual contributions and your contribution plays an important role in helping the Spruill Center continue to provide residents of metro Atlanta with the highest quality arts education programming. Donations can be restricted to a particular department, directed to our Annual Campaign, or submitted as a general donation to cover operating expenses. Also, Spruill is sprucing up their atrium! Make your mark on Dunwoody by purchasing a 6x6 inch space and creating a multi-media piece of the Spruill Center logo.

Contact Ccallahan@spruillarts.org for more information. SpruillArts.org

Riverwood Pride Four Riverwood High School students attended the Governor’s Honors Program (GHP) during the summer: Garon Berenson (Technology), Max Kantor (Theatre), Callaway Powlus (Music) , and Pascal Acree (Biology). After a rigorous audition and interview process, these students were selected to participate in the four-week program at Valdosta State University. GHP is a residential summer program for approximately 700 intellectually gifted and artistically talented high school juniors and seniors from across the state. Students spent their mornings in their major area of nomination exploring topics not usually found in the regular high school classroom. During the afternoons, students choose one of the other twenty areas in which to study. Evenings are filled with seminars, activities, concerts, and performances. Now in its 51st year, GHP is fully funded by the Georgia General Assembly.

We are excited to hear your stories and triumphs. Write to SCollins@LifestylePubs.com or go to PerimeterNorthLifestyle.com.

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Giving Back

Members of Dunwoody Brownie Troop #12555 delivering some of the food from their food drive for CAC in 2014.

Kids Give and Learn at CAC Article Kristen Ristino | Photography Provided

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hen the girls of Brownie Troop #12555 from Dunwoody set out to earn their Philanthropist Badge, troop leader Paige Meier knew just where the girls could help. They set out to hold a food drive for the Community Assistance Center (CAC) and in return learned about how their donation helps families and individuals in our community.

The girls made flyers for their food drive and distributed them in their neighborhoods. They delivered their food collection to CAC one afternoon, then toured the food pantry and the entire center which helps neighbors in need who live in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody. With the support of donations from kids and adults alike, CAC helps prevent homelessness and hunger locally.

The nonprofit center in Sandy Springs helps neighbors experiencing unexpected financial crisis with emergency financial assistance for rent or utilities and provides the basic necessities of food and clothing. CAC receives an average of 400 calls a month for assistance and the Food Pantry receives an average of 1,200 visits a month. Overall CAC touches about 6,000 lives a year.

CAC also works with people to improve their situation and become stable once again; with money management classes, referrals for other services, and adult education classes to learn new job and life skills such as computer classes and English for Successful Living.

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and hold food drives, Davis Academy students hold toiletry drives and assemble toiletry bags for CAC each fall, and North Springs High School students hold clothing drives to donate to CAC. There are plenty of opportunities for group of kids or adults to get involved with CAC. Groups from congregations, schools, businesses and civic organization such as scouts, garden clubs and neighborhood associations are encouraged to undertake a charitable activity to support CAC and help their neighbors in need.

CAC is always in need of food, clothing and toiletries. Drives for clothes, jeans, shoes and sneakers and school supplies are a popular drives for groups. CAC also seeks group drives for jackets, coats and blankets for the winter months. The most needed items at CAC in the autumn are food, kids’ clothes for school, jeans and colder weather clothes and shoes.

Donors are only one piece of the puzzle. More than 300 volunteers keep the center operating five days and week and two Saturdays a month. They work in all areas of the center, from client interviewing to behind the scenes. A small staff and a volunteer board of directors representing businesses large and small, supporting congregations, and the community manage a top-notch ship at CAC that earns public and private grants to help support services.

To get your group involved with a donation project or volunteering please contact Debbie Olson at volunteer@ourcac.org. For more information on CAC please visit OurCAC.org.

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Artist’s Palette

Meet Paul Light BHL: What brought you to our community?

PL: I was born at Georgia Baptist Hospital in 1966. I grew up on Carter Drive in Brookhaven and then lived in the area just north of there (across from the YMCA soccer fields) until the early 90s. Then I lived in Sandy Springs for many years. My wife and I now live in Peachtree Hills. Before becoming a full-time artist I spent a total of 24 years working in our family business on Piedmont Road in Buckhead.

BHL: Describe your art: PL: I am primarily a painter. I usually work in oils but I also enjoy experimenting with different types of paints. I also have made some large (human-size) minimalist metal sculptures painted with automotive paint but I don’t have access to a welding shop at this time. My aesthetic is best described as being connected to 20th century American Abstract Expressionism and Colorfield. Most of my paintings have a very high degree of energy and I alternate between diverse and monochrome color palettes. Conceptually speaking, my art is a reflection of my cumulative life experience and how I remember different elements of it -- not in pictures or narrative but in fleeting feelings and ways in which I cannot describe in words. This isn’t to say that it is positive or negative or that I am working through something using art therapeutically. That’s not it at all. Its simply an expression of my own existence and possibly the universe around us in the way that I relate to it at a basic level. Ultimately it is my intent that others can connect with my work on their own terms,- and then a the context for a conversation opens up. It can be a verbal conversation or a silent reflection, an internal solioquy in which viewers discover some forgotten thread of their life or discovers a new paradigm for themselves.

BHL: What inspires you?

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inspired by teaching and collaborating with other artists, particularly those who make different types of art than I do. During those times, especially during teaching, there is a natural dialog about like-minded artists from history, which can be particularly energizing and informative. Another major source of inspiration is my gallery, (Further Polycontemporary) where I show many different types of art, even things that I don’t personally like. Much of it is Graduate Thesis exhibitions and group student shows but I also show the work of established artists. Further is a very polished and traditional gallery space in every sense of the word. My show schedule is, however, quite unconventional. A typical show at Further is only a week long with at least one reception, sometimes more. A typical gallery will leave a show up for months at a time. The idea here is that since people have access to a vast amount of instant-on information that they digest and move on relatively quickly that the gallery should present a schedule that works the same way. It is very difficult during the high season to have a new show every week but it is very rewarding. What shows up in the space is always interesting and the space gets totally recontextualized every time. Since the gallery isn’t pushing a particular aesthetic except a conceptual one wherein the community’s relationship with the arts is enriched, the outcome is always unpredictable which is, quite frankly delightful. Although I genuinely love many types of art I resonate most clearly and completely with the visual language of American Abstract Expressionism. I never get tired of looking at that type of work and am always finding new things in it.

BHL: Where did you study art?

PL: I have always made art. Drawing, painting, jewelry design, etc... In my old career I fueled my creative side by doing press ready advertising layout, copy writing and product design. I then got a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2D animation at The Art Institute of Atlanta followed by a Master of Fine Arts degree in painting at SCAD Atlanta.

BHL: Where can people view your art?

PL: People can view my art at Mason Murer Fine Art in Atlanta and in my studio at TULA (The MOCA / TULA Art Complex) 75 Bennett Street. My gallery is across the hall from my studio. When I have a dry spell in the gallery I put my own paintings up in there. I also have three paintings at Besharet Fine Art in Castleberry.

BHL: When is your next show?

PL: I have a painting in the exhibition, Suite Works at the Museum of Contemporary Art, GA until September 13.

BHL: Tell us about your family here in Atlanta.

PL: My parents came to Atlanta in 1961. They are originally from West Virginia but lived for a few years in Manhattan before relocating to Atlanta. We lost my mom to cancer in 2011. She was also a painter and forever a student of the arts. My dad is retired and lives in Sandy Springs. I live with my wife, Mary Catherine, and our son (Declan 1.5 years old) in an old house in Peachtree Hills. Mary Catherine is a stay-at-home mom for now.

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A-Z Guide to perimeter north Article Ruksana Hussain and Sue G. Collins

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A is for Artists

A Playable Art Park? Yes, please!

Spearheaded by volunteers, artists and local art advocates, the new park at Abernathy Greenway exploded to life this summer. The six sculptures, meant to be climbed upon, by seven artists are a gift to the City from The Sandy Springs Conservancy and Art Sandy Springs, made possible with a grant from Northside Hospital (see the photos in Good Times). There’s art indoors and out, gracing our community with the support of private galleries and collaborations like the Abernathy Arts Center, Spruill Center for the Arts and Art Sandy Springs.

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B is for Boutiques

One of our favorite boutiques in Sandy Springs is Kudzu & Company for the home.

Owners Kate and George Lawes find beautiful collectibles, garden furniture, art and lighting. The editor likes the mid-century collection! KudzuAndCompany.com One reader nominated Nancy’s Shoppe in Dunwoody because Nancy will always have some-thing that works and makes her look like the shopper that she’s not. Our shopper choses flowing contemporary pieces in grays and plums, some structured but more that stress comfort. Nancys-Shoppe.com

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C is for Cakes

Who runs out of occasions for cake?

Nothing Bundt Cakes is the most adorable place to purchase mouth-watering bundt cakes. Owned and run by local Tisha Rosamond, all the amazing cakes are made daily using fresh eggs, butter and real cream cheese. Available from bite-sized Bund-tinis, to single serving Bundtlets, to larger 8” and 10” cakes and even double-tiered cakes. NothingBundtCakes.com 16

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D is for Dedication

The people who run our chambers of commerce are dedicated, smart and creative. They spearhead economic development and provide visitors and prospective businesses with information and incentives. We salute the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce and The Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber. The SSPC Gold Invitational is on for October 7. The Dunwoody group sponsors happy hours on Fridays, with first Monday networking events and special dates for young professionals in the area.

DunwoodyCommerce.org and SandySpringsPerimeterChamber.com

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E is for Education

Getting into college or grad school has become a competitive and stressful part of most teenagers’ lives.

Princeton Review offers private tutoring that is customized, with classroom and small group instruction and also offers online programs that are live or self-paced. PrincetonReview.com

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F is for Fancy Fixtures, Fittings and Floors

Apex Kitchen & Bath’s new Kohler Next Generation Premier showroom is a designer’s and homeowner’s dream, featuring many designer product lines.

Apex’s experienced Kitchen & Bath Consultants will help you design and manage your next project. ApexSupply.com For wood flooring and complementing back splash tiles, with super competitive pricing, check out our friends at Floor & Decor. The company was founded here in Atlanta. The showroom is huge, so bring your measurements and ideas. FloorAndDecor.com

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G is for Generations

It’s not often you find a true family business. Charlie Sewell was born and raised in Sandy Springs and his family continue to help Sewell Appliance grow and serve the community. Their beautiful showroom will inspire and if you’re lucky, the resident chef George Laudun will be cooking up something nice in their Living Kitchen. SewellAppliance.com

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H is for Health

A little gem located in Sandy Springs is a wonderful, corrective skincare medspa called Skinucations. Their staff with over 20 years of experience specializing in corrective skincare will help guide you through acquiring safe and rapid skin transformation. Treatments consist of deep cleansing, exfoliating, steam with extractions if necessary, corrective serum and mask applica-tion and they have an array of cosmeceutical products design to meet any skin challenge. 404.438.3883 Located in the heart of Dunwoody, Dr. Campbell and her experienced chiropractic team at Compass Family Chiropractic uses the most advanced techniques and state of the art technology to analyze a patient’s condition more accurately and communicate findings more effectively. CompassFamilyChiropractic.com The big daddy of healthcare is Northside. We’re blessed to have Northside Hospital so close to home. Cutting edge technology, top notch medical professionals and support services are nearby. Northside.com

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I is for Icing Some cookies at Ali’s Cookies are iced and decorated, others are delicious in their naked splendor, all are certified Kosher. The George Washington’s Revenge (with, you guessed it, dried cherries) are to die for. You can ship a dozen

to a friend while picking up a box for yourself. The staff is knowledgeable and adorable. On one visit, our publisher and editor split a cookie then ordered three more. Don’t underestimate the power of these little gems. Perimeter Place, Dunwoody. ShipACookie.com

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J is for Jewelry

Have you seen the Joey B Collection - custom jewelry handcrafted in Buckhead? Designer Joey Butler’s collection is a combination of her passion for design and collected treasures conveying a sense of fun, sophistication, elegance and grace. The collection is comprised of beautiful gem-stones, gold and silver. JoeyBCollection.com Katy Romano lives here and designs beautiful earthy bracelets to benefit the Patrick Dempsey Cancer Center. She and her husband own Zucca, The Village Tavern, Corner Taqueria and Industry Tavern. ArmCandy4PDCC.com

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K is for Killer Pasta yes we said it.

Our friends at Mirko in Sandy Springs seem to find the most delicious combinations that make dinner an experience. Their squid ink spaghetti made us bashful, then thankful. The waiters welcomed us like old friends and we’re glad they are open Sundays. MIRKO.com.

For a quick carb lunch, try Pasta Perfect in Dunwoody where lunch specials are reasonably priced and fast to the table. Veggie Carbonara and the small Italian salad tally up under $10.

PastaPerfectDunwoody.com

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L is for Lush Landscaping

NG Turf is a long-time, family owned and operated business with more than 20 years experience in turf and expertise providing turf grasses to homeowners, landscape professionals, golf courses and athletic fields. Currently 12 different varieties are produced including TifBlair Centipede; Rebel Supreme Fescue, Tifway, Tifway II, TifSport, TifGrand and Patriot bermudagrasses; and Zeon, El Toro, Meyer, Marvel and JaMur zoysiagrasses.Who knew? NGTurf.com For more than 15 years, In Bloom Landscaping been designing, installing and maintaining landscapes in metro Atlanta. As a family owned business, owners Jessica and Selby Neese proudly create custom gardens while nurturing longtime relationships through a commitment to quality, honesty and hard work. Nice people. InBloomLanscaping.com September 2014 | PerimeterNorthLifestyle.com

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M is for Music

Make music yours. How cool would it be to record yourself singing or performing with your pals? The Groove Studio can make this happen. Eric Stallings has been around since 2006, offer-ring a safe haven for budding musicians and recording artists. Join a band, bring your own or learn to play. GrooveStudioMusic.com.

Rand Lines is a jazz pianist who is offering piano lessons and Skype lessons. He’s seriously talented, patient and experienced. RandLines.com

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P is for Protection

Agent Phil Minnes and his staff at American Family Insurance are passionate about helping peo-ple protect what’s most important to them. We met Phil at one of our networking events and agreed he is not the typical insurance guy. As a very customer service based agency and also ac-tive members of the community, he and his colleagues want to learn each client’s individual needs so they can best help you protect yourself, your lifestyle and your family. PhilMinnesAgency.com

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Q is for Quality

Atlanta Teak is locally owned and operated by Larry Finglass. He finds unique pieces, working with his partner factory located just outside of Bangkok, Thailand. They only use premium grade teak wood from sustainable sources. AtlantaTeak.com Our friends at R.S. Andrews provide true quality service, too. Any time your home needs some TLC when it comes to air conditioning, heating and plumbing, these dependable and timely ex-perts provide great service and have a customer-first philosophy. They also guarantee the re-pair(s) will solve your problem or they will fix it for free and return 100 percent of your money. RSAndrews.com

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N is for New You

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O is for the Outdoors

While we are all about inner beauty, we admit looking good is important too. The professionals at Blue Water Surgery Center offer solutions for body, breast, face and skin improvement and enhancements. The menu of solutions can be daunting, but this team approaches each guest with respect and offers a thorough list of options and helps with financing and insurance. Offices in Sandy Springs and Buckhead. BlueWaterSurgery.com

One of our favorite parks is Morgan Falls Overlook in Sandy Springs. The picnic pavilion and fire pits can be reserved for your bash, plus there are swings and a fishing pier and a place to launch your canoe or SUP board (editor’s choice). SandySpringsGA.org.

We like the ideas for affordable destinations nearby offered by the Georgia State Park system. Waterfalls, lakes, mountains and camping in 48 state parks, plus 8 golf courses and 15 historical sites are not far. GAStateParks.org.

Catch a sunset up at Big Canoe, where 30 percent of the 8,000 acres are protected green space. There are three lakes for swimming, boating and fishing. And, plenty of hot real estate, of course. BigCanoe.com.

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R is for Real Food

The Dunwoody Green Market is open through November, where producers sell what they grow or make. Heirloom varieties (fruits and veg), locally produced honey and cured meats are mostly Certified Naturally Grown or Organic. Open Wednesdays, 8 a.m. - noon at Dunwoody Baptist Church, 1455 Mt Vernon Rd. DunwoodyGreenMarket.com.

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And happy ones at that if they choose Belmont Village - a wonderful Assisted Living community nestled between Sandy Springs and Buckhead. Whatever a resident’s lifestyle – whether it’s In-dependent Living, Assisted Living or Alzheimer’s Care – Belmont Village has a wide range of innovative and healthful programs is provided to benefit body, mind, and spirit. Save us an apartment! BelmontVillage.com

Food Trucks, that is. Every Thursday, the folks at the Dunwoody Homeowners Association, Redbird Events and the City of Dunwoody promise to bring food trucks to Brook Run Park from 5 - 8 p.m. each week.

Drive up, grab dinner at Incrediball Falafel, Might Meatballs or one of the other half-dozen (sometimes more) super cool kitchens on wheels. Musicians often entertaining the pop-up picnickers. DunwoodyGA.org

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When we go out to eat and sip in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, we have a few favorites but are always surprised at the number of new choices nearby. Drinks at Cibo e Beve are inventive, especially for a strip-mall location. CiboAtlanta.com Marlow’s Tavern makes a mean Blueberry Buck cocktail for the editor, who would order the Baby Kale Caesar and share it with you. Maybe. MarlowsTavern.com Capital Grille in Dunwoody never disappoints. TheCapitalGrille.com.

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Have you noticed how generous and philanthropic people are in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody? When we set out to publish this magazine, we knew we wanted to highlight non-profits and the good work being done by our neighbors. Year after year we see money being raised for education, health research and families in need. The work by the Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs benefits hundreds of families. The Dunwoody Woman’s Club has served the community more than 40 years. Check out their annual home Tour Oct 1. DunwoodyWomansClub.org. Volunteers at the Dunwoody Nature Center work to preserve the pristine and his-toric acreage, serving more than 10,000 in the community.

DunwoodyNature.org And, of course, we applaud the ongoing work at Pebbletossers, helping kids learn about service and how one act of kindness creates a far-reaching ripple of aid. Pebbletossers.com

OK, we know it’s a stretch, but we wanted to tip our hats to the fine people and organizations preserving, protect and inspire our community’s history.

Heritage Sandy Springs is a nonprofit organization that maintains the lovely Heritage Green and museum, plans enrichment and history re-enactments and even organizes our Farmers Market (at the corner of Sandy Springs Cir. and Johnson Ferry through November). Join their efforts and learn about your home turf. HeritageSandySprings.org

That’s the state of mind our editor has every month when she holds the newest copy of Perimeter North Lifestyle.

Our writers, photographers and contributors are special and talented members of our community who make each issue meaningful. We hope you keep this issue (and every issue) on your coffee table and let us know how we can feature YOUR favorite places and people. Thank you for making this magazine a success!

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Road Trip

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lorida has always been a favorite getaway destination for Atlantans, and St. Augustine should surely be on top of that list. A half day’s drive will find you in America’s oldest city, celebrating its 450th birthday next year. If you decide to stay at the St. Francis Inn, you will be sleeping in the oldest inn in the oldest city. This charming little bed and breakfast has history that dates back to the 1700s.

The rooms are delightfully cozy, retaining their old world charm yet providing every comfort you can imagine. Breakfasts, refreshments throughout the day, a happy hour in the evening and nightly desserts are offered from Chef Janice Leary. Owners Joe and Margaret Finnegan have done a fantastic job of maintaining the inn that is on the National Register of Historic Places and providing an oasis of comfort in true Floridian style.

St. Augustine is a great destination, whether you are a history geek or nature lover, party person or foodie. You can relax and enjoy the beach, or head out to discover and explore. St. Augustine is pedestrian friendly, especially in the historic district where most monuments and museums are located. Those alone can take you a day or more depending on how much local history and culture you want to absorb. The city was, after all, the oldest continuously occupied European-established settlement and port in the continental United States and still serves as the headquarters for the Florida National Guard. Be sure to visit the Castillo de San Marcos, Lighthouse, Flagler College, Lightner Museum, Cathedral Basilica and County Jail – all notable characters in the city’s long history.

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Out and about

eco tour on the water: Walk over to the marina for an eco-adventure with Zach McKenna of St. Augustine Eco Tours. His team takes you by boat into the waters to discover local marine life such as dolphins, birds, manatees and, on a good day, even jelly fish and crabs. They offer kayaking and sailing excursions as well. StAugustineEcoTours.com tasting tour: An old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage is your mode of transport as you meander through the streets in true southern comfort, tasting and sipping at St. Augustine’s historic district’s award-winning restaurants. Tour options cover everything from beer and wine to food, and even a private lovers’ tour. TheTastingTours.com colonial quarter: A breathtaking revitalized 2-acre signature attraction in the heart of the city with living history demonstrations, graphical stories and interactive activities bring authentic British and Spanish characters to life. The tour guides here are a hoot! Also you may lunch at “La Taverna del Caballo”. ColonialQuarter.com When Hunger Strikes

hot shot bakery: Luscious sweet potato waffles with homemade caramel sauce and bananas make the perfect start to the day. Chef/Owner Sherry Stoppelbein is the creator of Datil B Good hot sauces and her café is comfort food all the way. Try one of the peppers dipped in chocolate for a place on the wall of f(l)ame! DatilBGood.com, HotShotBakery.com

ebrated chef sure has some offerings you will not easily find elsewhere in the city. BistroDeLeon.com o.c. whites on the bayfront: Scenic location that was one of the first hotels in St. Augustine. From a Florida style bucket of steamers to blue crab cakes, eating here is a seafood lover’s dream. Lovely outdoor spaces for a warm night out by the ocean coupled with some live music make for an enticing dinner spot.

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the ice plant: The hot new restaurant/bar with history in every corner. This place returns to the craft of ice harvesting by freezing purified water in large blocks. You will find ice cubes in all shapes and sizes in your drink. An interesting mix of industrial structure with hospitable warmth thrown in. IcePlantBar.com

the ancient olive: A unique gourmet destination in the city, with the finest extra virgin olive oils, olives, balsamic vinegars and a little more. st augustine distillery company: Free tour of a distillery. Age 21 and up please. The time-stamp entrance card is tres cool as is their whole venue. Tours, tastings. StAugustineDistillery.com

bistro de leon: Chef Jean-Stephane Poinard’s ode to Lyon sits happy right on the plaza. Sneak in for an amuse-bouche and wine or get yourself a nice big portion of seafood bouillabaisse. The cel-

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Page Turners

Mental Mastery of Chemotherapy: A Guide to Meditation and Positive Mental Imagery Written by David R. Nethero Reviewed by Rhiannon Bankes

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When Brookhaven entrepreneur David Nethero heard those words in December of 2012, he made a conscious decision to proactively fight the disease with a plan: a plan that helped him to quit smoking a few years earlier. After receiving the news that he had Stage 3B adenocarcinoma cancer of the colon, David drew on his previous experience and practice of using the power of the mind by incorporating the positive mental imagery that he employed when he quit smoking. A self-professed “ordinary guy” or “layman” when it came to meditation, David worked with Dr. George Pratt on exercising the power of positive mental imagery during his six month journey through chemotherapy. He believes these techniques significantly reduced chemotherapy’s effect on him and allowed him to maintain an active and engaged life with minimal side effects. Today, he is cancer-free.

After completing his chemotherapy, David wrote a book to assist others with their chemotherapy experience. Equal parts lesssons and workbook, Mental Mastery Of Chemotherapy, alternates between short chapters full of advice and pages of questions aimed to guide a patient through their own journey. This book assists by teaching patients how to harness a positive state of mind in order to impact the physical state of being and chapters range from inspirational (Value of Friendships) to realistic (Celebrate the Good Times, Sleep Off the Bad) to honest (Hitting the Wall in Session Nine.) The book also includes a part of David’s personal journal as well as provides a template for patients to use themselves. He felt his journal gave him a sense of control over his reactions and allowed him to share details with his doctor. By breaking his experience into manageable pieces he felt more control and was able to predict many factors such as his nausea and fatigue for each day throughout his cycle. By recording these results he was able to better communicate details to his doctor. He also provides examples of his dialogue with his doctor enabling a patient to prepare themselves for optimum communication.

This book is a great resource for anyone going through the chemotherapy process and the techniques outlined could be referenced for other medical treatments as well. The author has

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gone on to incorporate these techniques in the boardroom and on the tennis courts. If you or anyone you know is currently battling cancer, Mental Mastery Of Chemotherapy is a great tool to assist on the journey.

David, and his wife Susan, have lived in Brookhaven for over four years, and in greater Atlanta for more than 20 years. Susan and David are the founders of Intimacy, which had its origin in Buckhead’s Phipps Plaza. Today, Intimacy has grown to 16 locations coast to coast and has become known as the premier bra fit expert and lingerie fashion retailer. David currently serves as managing director of Golden Seeds, an angel investment firm focused on women-founded and managed start up companies.

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The urethra, which is the tube that carries urine and semen out of the body through the penis, goes through the center of the prostate.

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Men are encouraged to talk with their health care providers about the benefits and potential risks of prostate cancer testing to determine if screening for prostate cancer is right for them.

A limited number of appointments are available for men with insurance. A nurse navigator will be available to help arrange follow up care, if indicated.

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Atlanta History Center senior archivist Sue VerHoef offers tips, techniques, and effective strategies for using land records in your family history research. Course is appropriate for intermediate skill level. AtlantaHistoryCenter.com.

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SEPTEMBER 27 of free culinary demos, book signing and tastings. Guests will experience a unique tasting reception featuring cuisine from Atlanta’s JBF Award winning and nominated chefs followed by a decadent dinner at King Plow Event Gallery. For a hands-on experience with Chef Lynch and Chef Quatrano, culinary lovers can attend a special cooking demonstration and book signing. JBFTasteAmerica.org

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Ranked among the Top 100 Fine Art & Design Shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine in 2012, Atlanta Arts Festival brings to the drawing board 200 local and nationally recognized artists from an eclectic mix of 12 mediums. Festival-goers will enjoy artist demonstrations and classes, live music, crafts for the kids and festival cuisine. AtlantaArtsFestival.com

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Traditional crafts, Southern foodways, and environmental sustainability are at the center of the Atlanta History Center’s Fall Folklife Festival. This annual family program celebrates all things Southern with an assortment of scheduled and ongoing events in the museum and at the Atlanta History Center’s 1860s Smith Family Farm.

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Parting Thoughts

Our Favorite Place: Home Words Rhiannon Bankes

“You can't go home again”

“W

here is my home?” This seems like a simple enough question. Most of us would answer with our current address or maybe the name of our hometowns and native countries.

Throughout our lives we ask ourselves this question like the baby bird asking “Are you my mother?” to every animal it sees.

When we say we’re going home to visit our family and friends, we are in a sense saying that we’re returning to our roots. We go back to hometowns for family and high school reunions, or to celebrate births, marriages, and holidays, but we say that we’re going home when we leave. When life hits us with a tough blow we want to go home to grandma’s for pie while we lick our wounds before setting out in the world again.

When we travel and think of home, we want the comfort of our own beds. When we move away from our parents’ home, we think of their home as a magnet that draws us back to a center. When our lives and minds are expanding, home is where we catch our breath and organize our thoughts.

When we are young adults starting out with new jobs and growing families of our own, we reminisce about the home of our childhood.

We remember carefree days of riding our bicycle until the streetlights came on and and sleeping peacefully at night snug under covers. We think of a time when when we didn’t worry about car payments and a mortgage but now realize that our parents did. We go back to visit 34

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that neighborhood but realize that everything that was so big and shiny when we were younger, isn’t so big anymore and the houses we grew up in have other families calling them home.

When we returned home for the first time from college and realized that as homesick as we were and as great as it felt to be in our parent’s home, that we can’t essentially go back in time. What we really wanted was the security of our old monotonous days.

During this time of back and forth we were finding ourselves belonging to both and neither place at the same time. Home turned into a uprooted space between point A and point B. We simultaneously mourned that we couldn’t go back while we desired to go forward, making our own places in the world.

As we mature, we come to understand that our yearning for home is really a desire for a time and place that no longer exists, even if the characters and location remain the same. Home becomes a space between your roots and your daily routine.

Home isn’t a place but a state of mind. Home is where we are our true selves. Just as we are not defined by a single relationship or title, but rather a compilation of all of our actions, so is our definition of home. Home is transitory and malleable. Home is not a concrete structure but a concept within ourselves. Home is where we give and feel love. Home is where we hang our hats.

Home is wherever we are.

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