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JOE GRANSDEN: KING OF COOL

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2018 PUBLISHER

Jim Newman | jnewman@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

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Happy Father's Day, Guys 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

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I ran faster, climbed higher and just did more, not to keep up with my brothers, but to

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

keep up with my dad. He and I white water rafted down the Snake River in Oregon,

Dennis Malcolm Byron, Corinne Cummings

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 the Orvis Fly Fishing School at Pursell Farms in Alabama to push myself and breathe in the landscape and reflect on my blessings. I'm holding my first-ever bass caught with a boogle bug popper! 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 are men in your world who are making a difference. Chime in on our Facebook page or drop me a line so we can continue to tell stories about the engaging people who live right here. Happy Father’s Day, Spud!

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Sue G. Collins, Editor P.S. Congratulations to my son Patrick Collins for graduating from Grady High School and to all the grads in BuckHaven this month. Best wishes for smooth sailing!

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ON THE COVER Our editor fished her wish writing this month’s cover story at the Orvis Fly Fishing School at Pursell Farms in Alabama, one of only two such Orvis schools in the country. Less than three hours drive from BuckHaven. Classes and guided trips at Orvis.com 4

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2018

FEATURES 16 The Men of BuckHaven We salute five men who make our world special.

22 Fly Fishing Guys Weekend Writing your own fishing stories with Orvis in Alabama.

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26 The King of Cool Joe Gransden blows up the jazz scene at Valenza.

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Good Times

Around Town

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22 Road Trip 26 Back Stage 29 Realty Report 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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ARTICLE DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON PHOTOGRAPHY HEIDI GELDHAUSER, KAMIL LEE HEY GENTLEMEN! Want a cool spot to hang out, dine, grab a beer, or get a custom-made outfit? Our lifestyle writer Dennis Malcolm Byron aka beer expert Ale Sharpton scouted the scene to find some locations to recommend for you to indulge in, enjoy and treat yourself. When you're thinking about hanging out with the guys, consider reaching beyond the sports bars and six packs and check out these three favorites this month with your dad, your son or your best buds.

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MEN OF BUCKHAVEN WHO ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

T H E H o st Chris Dauria Owner, Johnny’s Hideaway celebrating 39 years in Buckhead GIVING BACK: Johnny's Hideaway does a yearly event with Toys for Tots. We did an event to support hurricane events and donated 1,000 cases of water to the victims in Florida. We just started joining forces with No Kid Hungry. BLOWING OFF STEAM: I like to go to the Whisky Mistress, Club at Chop's or Hal's. FAVORITE FUEL WITH FRIENDS: Bones for their great burger and the atmosphere to have a meet and greet or a business lunch. SAGE ADVICE: Happiness is a journey not a destination.

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THE Author Charles Denyer Number One Observatory Circle, at your favorite bookstore GIVING BACK: I believe in helping those who don’t have a voice to be helped, that’s why I’m a big advocate of animal rescue, especially dogs. Man’s best friend needs help and a loving home. BLOWING OFF STEAM: I love to go to the St. Regis bar on a Friday or Saturday night with my wife and grab a bottle of red wine. It’s amazing the celebrities you run into and can actually strike up a normal conversation with them. FAVORITE FUEL WITH FRIENDS: Everyone that comes to town is treated to the O.K. Café, and why not, it’s an Atlanta favorite with incredible food and a fun, informal atmosphere. SAGE ADVICE: Everyone always says to follow your dreams and passions, and it’s true! Do what you truly love, but always remember that family comes first no matter what.

THE Historian Richard Waterhouse Executive Director, Buckhead Heritage GIVING BACK: Buckhead Heritage identifies, preserves,and promotes Buckhead’s historic resources including Harmony Grove Cemetery, dozens of interviews for our Oral History Project and more. BLOWING OFF STEAM: I enjoy walking Buckhead and discovering all the changes taking place in the area. My favorite place to walk is the Duck Pond in Peachtree Heights East. FAVORITE FUEL WITH FRIENDS: The Treehouse Restaurant in the Peachtree Hills neighborhood is a quiet place with excellent food and refreshment. SAGE ADVICE: To figure out what your passion is and give that passion back to your community either through your job or by volunteering at your favorite nonprofit. 18

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CASTING WITH THE BOYS THE ORVIS FLY FISHING SCHOOL, ALABAMA

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY SUE G. COLLINS

Pursell Farms hosts the Orvis Fly Fishing School. After fishing, you can play a round at the dramatic FarmLinks Golf Club.

AFTER A PRODUCTIVE MORNING IN THE BRIGHT CLASSROOM

think about was getting back down the hill to the Orvis club-

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house to try casting. I’d watched my fly fishing friends get lost in

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detect water vibrations (tread lightly, young angler). The patient and

after a dozen tries, heard my own line’s high pitched swoosh as I

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The next day, I caught a bluegill, bream and bass (with a Boogle Bug Popper) on the property’s little lake, standing tall in the boat, strip casting then reeling in my fish.

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BROOKHAVEN JAZZ SCENE IS ALIVE ARTICLE CORINNE CUMMINGS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

JOE GRANSDEN IS A 47-YEAR-OLD TRUMPETER AND SINGER WHO HAS BEEN PERFORMING FOR CROWDS IN ATLANTA AND ACROSS THE COUNTRY FOR 20+ YEARS. He performs almost six nights

WHAT’S THE JAZZ SCENE IN ATLANTA LIKE?

a week and has been influenced by Chet Baker and

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

Frank Sinatra, and has released more than a dozen

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

records as a solo artist. He’s on trumpet and vocals

from all around the country. The scene is strong. There’s

every Wednesday night at Valenza Italian with Kenny

a handful of clubs to play at. But there is also tons of

Banks on piano.

work--corporate parties, weddings, special events, house concerts, everybody is working a lot. We did over

AS A BAND LEADER, YOU PLAY THE TRUMPET.

300 gigs last year.

My grandfather was an amazing trumpet player in New York City. He played with all the famous bands

WHAT’S NEXT?

back in the day like the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.

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

Whenever he and my grandma would come visit, I

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

would hear him practice and I fell in love with the sound of the instrument. I always tell people that I knew very,

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very early on what I was going to be doing forever.

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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. I READ THAT YOU DIDN’T START SINGING UNTIL LATER IN LIFE. WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO START SINGING WITH THE BAND? I didn’t start singing until I was about 26 years old. I was playing twice a week steady at a great Italian restaurant downtown and the manager told me that he liked the band, but we needed to hire a singer. 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.

“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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Come home to Sandy Springs’ premier senior living community Somerby’s newest premier senior living address is filling up quickly. Tour today to select from the most popular apartment styles and locations before they sell out! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be the first to live in these brand-new apartments. Somerby Sandy Springs offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care options, plus top-notch amenities.

Experience what makes Somerby so Full of Life. Explore our website for Resident stories or call us to schedule a personal visit.

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REALTY REPORT

BUCKHAVEN

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Garraux Rd, Buckhead

$9,500,000

$8,925,000

94%

236

Vernon Rd, Buckhead

$3,150,000

$2,900,000

92%

111

Cherokee Rd, Buckhead

$2,595,000

$2,150,000

83%

196

Habersham Way, Buckhead

$1,995,000

$1,825,000

91%

247

Whitewater Creek Rd, W'water Creek

$1,695,000

$1,735,000

102%

Millbrook Dr, Chastain Park

$1,799,000

$1,535,000

85%

239

Bolling Rd, Garden Hills

$1,299,000

$1,350,000

104%

Mountain Dr, N Buckhead

$1,390,000

$1,245,000

90%

234

W Roxboro Rd, Pine Hills

$1,229,000

$1,200,000

98%

362

Lanier Manor, Brookhaven

$1,275,000

$1,120,000

88%

437

N Stratford Rd, N Buckhead

$1,250,000

$990,500

79%

Dale Dr, Peachtree Park

$964,000

$960,000

100%

Bonview Lane, Pine Hills

$949,000

$875,000

92%

108

Matthews St, Brookhaven

$899,900

$872,750

97%

Brentwood Dr, Garden Hills

$979,000

$867,500

89%

377

Ringle Rd, Ashford Park

$865,000

$850,000

98%

210

Osborne Rd, Lynwood Park

$845,000

$841,500

100%

Cartecay Dr, Brookhaven

$799,900

$812,824

102%

Huntington Rd, Brookwood Hills

$809,000

$715,000

88%

253

Cottage Lane, Collier Hills

$689,000

$684,000

99%

253

This data is a sampling of sold properties from March 2018. Source: FMLS.

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2 BARK IN THE PARK SPONSORED BY PUPPY HAVEN Brookhaven Park

it’s time to bring

JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

Annual event will feature adoptions, fun pet-related vendors, music, and

performances by Gail and the Dyna-

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co lo r

on ABC's The Bachelor! Event is free to attend. BrookhavenGA.gov

4 DAY CAMPS IN NATURE Blue Heron Nature Preserve

Throughout the summer months. Now entering its second summer, the Trailblazers camp provides older chil-

back into your lawn!

dren the opportunity to expand their exploration of the Preserve. Full day and extended day. BHNP.org

4 GIRL TALK CAMP

for $200

MENTION BUCKHAVEN LIFESTYLE

towards your flower bed installation!

*Offer good with all annual agreements

Holy Innocents' Episcopal School 805 Mount Vernon Highway NW

Girl Talk Camp is a week-long, summer day camp that offers rising 4th 8th grade girls the unique fun, friendship, and possibility that only Girl Talk can offer. 6/4-8. MyGirlTalk.org

9 BROOKHAVEN BEER & WINE FEST Brookhaven Park

8th annual festival. One of the largest around. Beer, wine, food tastings from your favorite local restaurants.

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JUNE Seasonal cocktails, handmade pasta, perfectly cooked steaks and fresh seafood expertly prepared using the finest ingredients.

For reservations call 404.844.4810 3500 PEACHTREE ROAD NE ATLANTA, GA 30326 PHIPPS PLAZAA @DAVIOSATLANTA | WWW.DAVIOS.COM/ATL

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Do you have an upcoming high school senior? Do you feel prepared to find and conquer scholarships to help reduce you and your child's financial burden for college? If your answer is no, check this out. Eventbrite.com

15 DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT "WONDER" Murphey Candler Park 1551 West Nancy Creek Drive

Enjoy a free showing of "Wonder" on a giant inflatable screen! A perfect summer evening. BrookhavenGA.gov

16 FARM CHASTAIN: CANNING CLASS WITH BRENDA HILL Chastain Park Conservancy, 4001 Powers Ferry Rd

Classes are held from 10 a.m. â€“ 12 p.m. The North Fulton Master Gardeners welcome all ages, organizations, groups, and clubs to meet the resident farm animals, tour the greenhouse, learn more about gardening, and have fun digging in! RSVP to Rosie Davidson wldrosiel@gmail.com.

16 TOUCH A TRUCK Blackburn Park, 3493 Ashford Dunwoody Road

Police and Fire Departments will be on hand to provide a day of fun and learning for the whole family. Kids will be able to hop up in a fire truck, 32

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JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

JUNE

get behind the wheel of some heavy maintenance

equipment,

check

out various police vehicles, and get some helpful safety tips from Brookhaven's finest.

RESIDENTIAL

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EXTERIOR

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19 SUMMER CRAFT PARTY FOR KIDS Atlanta History Center

Enjoy summer crafts and a snack. Open to K-5th graders. Questions? Contact Laurie Murrah-Hanson at laurs@uga.edu.

23 PRO ULTIMATE FRISBEE St. Pius X High School 2674 Johnson Rd. NE

Professional Ultimate Frisbee game. Affordable, fun, great for families, $12 general admission, kids get in free! Atlanta Hustle vs Raleigh Flyers.

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We are always accepting submissions for events you'd like to see included in our Calendar section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at BuckHavenLifestyle.com.

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DIRECTIONS 1. Mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper together in a shallow bowl. 2. Fill your skillet with oil to about 1-inch deep and heat to 350 degrees. 3. Coat your chicken breasts in the flour and seasoning mixture, then carefully place them into the heated oil. 4. Cook until golden brown with an internal temperature of 165 degrees. 5. Lightly toast your sesame seed bun, then top with pickles, fried chicken breast and slaw to taste.

FOR THE SLAW Combine mayo, hot sauce, garlic and dill pickle juice with shredded red cabbage, pickled onions and candied jalapeños.

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IN A BREAKFAST MOOD? CREATE THIS SANDWICH WITH WAFFLES INSTEAD OF A BUN AND ADD SYRUP TO THE CHICKEN ONCE FRIED.

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