Mike Toltzis joins the Buckhead Office

Mike Toltzis is a native of the Sandy Springs area of Atlanta. Mike has learned the real estate market over the years, specializing in first-time buyers and resale properties throughout Metro Atlanta and the Intown neighborhoods of Buckhead, Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Midtown, Virginia Highland, Smyrna and Inman Park. After earning his bachelor’s degree in business marketing and sales from The University of Alabama. Prior to his career in real estate, he helped produce the Hangout Music Festival doing experiential marketing and management with leading corporations such as Viacom, Coca-Cola, Anheuser-Busch and Chevrolet. He ensures that his clients receive very best in professional service, communication and business expertise. He joined the Eydie Koonin Group at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty in 2015.

Mike enjoys spending his free time playing tennis and resides in Brookhaven.

Mike Toltzis, Buckhead Office, REALTOR®

Mike Toltzis
404.376.9135­
866.919.3607­
miketoltzis@atlantafinehomes.com

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Atlantic Station Swimwear Guide 2015

From American Apparel to Victoria’s Secret, here are our favorite looks for Summer 2015.

The secret to having a great summer is looking and feeling your best! How do you do that? Finding the perfect swimsuit, of course! This year, it’s never been easier with some of your favorite Atlantic Station stores offering great deals on the best looks of Summer 2015.

From one- and two-piece bikinis, to coverups and men’s swim trunks, here are our picks for the bests of the best. Find your favorite swimwear and tag us using #AtlanticStation!

American Apparel – Printed Halter One Piece Swimsuit ($45.00)

Athleta – Ariel Cut Out Bikini ($54.00)

Dillard’s – Elan Tassel-Tie Tunic Cover Up ($59.00)

Fab’rik – Riley Coverup-Teal ($68.00)

H&M – Bikini Tops and Bottoms ($8.98/$6.48)

Kinnucan’s – Southern Marsh Dockside Gingham Swim Trunks ($59.00)

Old Navy – Men’s Patterned Swim Trunks ($20.00)

Victoria’s Secret – The Midi Beach Bandeau ($40.00)

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More Second Round talk for Hanlan

With the NBA Draft approaching, it appears Olivier Hanlan will be a second round pick. Even the Phoenix Suns -- who love combo guards and have a GM who has known Hanlan for years -- seem to view him as a second round talent.

Hanlan fits into Washington's needs, but they look like they will wait until the second round to move on him.

Chad Ford also slots Hanlan in the second round.

Five developers named finalists for Georgia World Congress Center hotel

Five developers have been named finalists to build a proposed major new convention hotel in downtown Atlanta. The Georgia World Congress Center Authority on Friday selected Capella Hotel Group, Drew Co., Garfield Public-Private, Legacy Property Group/Stormont Hospitality and Matthews Southwest as finalists to build the hotel, which would have 800 to 1,200 rooms and be on the campus of the Georgia World Congress Center. The Georgia World Congress Center is the fourth-largest convention complex in…

Quick Bites: MF Sushi update, Veni Vidi Vici to close, and more

James Hammerl, proprietor of the popular Doggy Dogg weiner carts, has a brick-and-mortar hot dog joint in the works. Hammerl tells Creative Loafing that after touring Atlanta with his decked out wiener carts for the last four years, he is planning to open the first-ever stationary Doggy Dogg outpost in the former home of shuttered Peruvian chicken rotisserie Las Brasas (310 E. Howard Ave.) in Decatur.…

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Delaware North Sportservice named foodservice provider for SunTrust Park

The Atlanta Braves hired Buffalo-based Delaware North Sportservice as the foodservice provider for SunTrust Park. Atlantans might know the company’s food outlets at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, area restaurants Grindhouse Killer Burgers, Georgia Grown and Mustard Seed BBQ, the new Food Network Kitchen and Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club. More than 50 major professional sports franchises, including 10 MLB clubs, are partnered with Delaware North. “We’re excited to partner with a…

Rolling Pastures and Mature Hardwood Forests in Gay Georgia

A horse lover’s dream, the ethereal property located at 7186 Rocky Mount Road in Gay, Georiga will absolutely stun you with its pristine beauty and boundless potential. With almost six miles of trails, a fully fenced perimeter, a 16-stall barn, its own well, wash rack, tack room and space for at least seven more stalls, this stunning estate is awaiting the perfect design to transform it!

7186 Rocky Mount Road Gay, Georgia 30218

A little tender love and care will go a long way to restore this perfect farm into its former glory, with the existing house being perfect for a full-time caretaker with an extra suite in the basement for year-round guests! The heartland of Georgia is fantastically beautiful, and now you can enjoy it from the expanse of your own southern plantation amid the company of friends. Whether you erect a second spacious home on the land or simply leave it as-is, many an amber sunset and sunrise can be enjoyed.

Lake

Situated just a pleasant drive from the Atlanta area, this property could simply not have a more convenient location for escaping the hustle and bustle of the big city and embracing the sights and sounds of nature. Envision yourself basking in the sunlight and fresh scent of spring and summer on horseback meandering through the many trails, and you simply won’t want to leave!

Sixteen Stall Barn

Bedrooms TBA
Offered for $599,000

7186 Rocky Mount Road
Gay, Geogia 30218

Clay Henderson, Intown Office, REALTOR®

Clay Henderson
770.652.1890­
404.874.0300­
clayhenderson@atlantafinehomes.com

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Shops in the New Buckhead Village

With brands like Armani, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Versace and Prada located in town, it should not come as a surprise that many people refer to Buckhead as the “Beverly Hills of the South.” Sure, Lenox, Phipps Plaza and the surrounding areas have always been the crown jewel of shopping in Atlanta’s northern-most community, but there is a new kid in town: Buckhead Atlanta.

Located in the Buckhead Village neighborhood, the long-awaited Buckhead Atlanta opened its doors in September 2014, and it is quickly becoming one of the top places to shop in the city. Take a look at some of the stores that have opened there since September.

Alice + Olivia – Contemporary clothing and a favorite modern brand for everything from gowns to handbags.

Brunello Cucinelli – Luxury Italian designer clothing that dates back to the 1970s and is sold in a limited number of boutiques around the world.

Bella Bag – Purchase a certified preowned hand bag from brands like Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton and Prada.

Canali – Upscale men’s clothing designed in Italy. The brand dates back to 1934.

Christian Louboutin – One of the most popular shoe designers in the world. Everyone who is anyone, ranging from Oprah Winfrey to author Danielle Steele, owns several pairs of the shoes with the infamous red soles.

Helmut Lang – Popular Austrian fashion line known for its minimalist styles.

Bonobos – Online men’s clothing store that allows you to meet with an expert, try on styles and have your purchases delivered to your door.

Etro – Stylish luxury clothing for both men and women designed from Italian textiles.

Jonathan Adler – Bright and joyful home furnishings and décor perfect for any Buckhead home.

Hermes – Popular French fashion design company that has dressed everyone from Queen Elizabeth to Grace Kelly.

Diptyque – Paris-based company that sells alluring scented candles, perfumes and other cosmetics.

Inermix – Retailer that carries multiple top brands and provides personal stylists to create unique looks for customers.

La Perla – A favorite brand for women in search of sleepwear, lingerie, swimwear and undergarments.

Scoop NYC – A diverse collection of men and women’s clothing and accessories. Often called the “ultimate closet.”

Theory – Comfortable yet sophisticated clothing for modern men and women.

L’Occitane –French company that designs plant-based cosmetics and perfumes.

Moncler – Coat and jacket designer that is popular with everyone from top athletes to pop stars.

Warby Parker – A great place to buy trendy glasses and Atlanta’s first Warby Parker retail store.

Tod’s – Italian luxury shoes and leather goods.

Since Buckhead Atlanta is so fresh on the scene, you can expect many exciting new brands to take up residence there in the future. Some that are already in the works include Dior, Jimmy Choo, Akris, Courage b and Spanx.

To find a home near Buckhead Atlanta, contact Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 404.237.5000 to learn more about real estate in the area.

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DeKalb to hire new schools superintendent on Thursday

The DeKalb County school system is expected Thursday to hire Dr. R. Stephen Green as superintendent. Green currently heads Kansas City's schools. The board said previously it planned to hire Green, but legally had to wait until Thursday to extend a contract, WABE reports. It was unclear early Thursday how much Green will be paid. Green says he will be a hands-on leader. He said he sought the job to be closer to his children and grandchildren, who live in Atlanta. Green succeeds Superintendent…

Grantland dives deep on OLine with Addazio

The Addazio offseason media tour continues as he is the main subject in this Grantland article on building an offensive line. There are plenty of good nuggets in there, but the most interesting to me was the drill he has the lineman run in the offseason conditioning:

At Boston College, winter conditioning includes a borderline-sadistic drill in which one player contorts himself into a chairlike position, back against a wall, and balances weights on his knees. At the same time, another player pushes a 45-pound plate around the room as fast as he can. The longer it takes the second player to finish the course, the longer his teammate has to support the weights on his knees; if the player against the wall drops the plates, his teammate has to go back to the starting line. Addazio’s description of this regimen alone will turn the listener’s thighs to jelly.

“We’re trying to create accountability with each other,” Addazio says. “Don’t let your partner down. Don’t let your teammate down. You work on these skill sets.”

While Addazio has a plan for building an Oline, I still think it can be as simple as coaching. As mush as we hated Tranquill or thought Spaz was inept, what really undermined his teams was the OLine coaching. Jags showed that a head coach who appreciates OL play combined with a very good position coach can come in and make an Oline thrive. Addazio did the same thing in his first two years. I don't love the turnover at the OLine this year, but I have full confidence in Addazio and Justin Frye to make these guys competent by our opener.

BC proudly calls itself OLine U and I hope we always do. We need that mentality to compete. It is an area where we've shown we can recruit and develop and it covers so many potential weaknesses.

I hope Addazio has a long and successful tenure and I also hope that whoever replaces him has an Oline background. That works for BC.

June 2015 Atlantic Station Events

Celebrate the beginning of summer all month long with FREE events and family fun!

June in Atlantic Station means events almost every single day that cater to everyone. From fun for the kids to special adult treats, summertime is the best time to visit. Take a look at the great events planned this month, or click here to see what’s planned for the entire summer!

Tot Spot (Every Tuesday): Fight cabin fever and bring your tots, 4 and under, to this great FREE playtime in Central Park. Fun goes from 10:00AM-12:00PM. Plus, stick around for lunch. Kids eat free, with adult entree purchase, at Diner, The Pig & the Pearl, Rosa Mexicano, and Tin Drum!

Wellness Wednesday (Every Wednesday): Join Athleta Atlantic Station and Exhale Spa for FREE yoga in Central Park from 6:30-7:30. Bring your own mat. In the case of rain, contact Athleta at 404-249-0288 to reserve a spot inside (only 20 yogis are permitted for indoor classes).

Movies in Central Park (Every Thursday): This FREE film series continues all summer long. This month’s films include Jaws (June 4), Heavy Weights (June 11), The Lego Movie (June 18), and Super 8 (June 25). Each film starts at dusk, but come early to grab a great spot and participate in weekly trivia games for prizes! Blankets and chairs are welcome.

Improv in the Park (June 3): Immediately after Wellness Wednesday, join the team from Whole World Improv in Central Park for a FREE show sure to make you laugh out loud. This show is family friendly.

Margarita Station (June 20): Come out for a celebration of summer’s unofficial signature beverage. From 2:00PM-5:00PM, enjoy mixed cocktails and fun games. More details to come soon!

Father’s Day (June 21): Celebrate dad at Atlantic Station with special menus at participating restaurants. More details to come soon!

Meehan’s Canada Day (June 27): This annual event  promises food and drink specials, and plenty of fun. More details to come soon!

ZICO Digital Scavenger Hunt (June 27): Join ZICO Coconut Water for the ultimate digital scavenger hunt and win amazing prizes. More details to come soon!

Sunday Funday (June 28): Assemble a team and join us in Central Park for an afternoon of fun games and friendly competition. More details to come soon!

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Gwinnett approves massive mixed-use development with 625 homes, retail

Gwinnett County officials late Tuesday gave the final OK required for developer Grayson Investment Partners LLC to build a mixed-use development with 625 homes and 448,366 square feet of retail space along Loganville Highway near Grayson and Loganville. The developer had proposed 569,616 square feet of retail space. Commissioners did not approve retail development of a 121,250-square-foot parcel in the 3100 block of Loganville Highway, reports Gwinnett Daily Post. Some people living in the area…

Can BC's hardline recruiting stance backfire?

Rivals' Justin Rowland posted an interesting article on BC's old school recruiting policy. Rowland points out that in a world of social media and recruits flirting with everyone and wanting to take all their visits, BC's idea of committing and sticking is risky. In his first two classes Addazio only suffered one decommit. Yet watching Danny Dalton walk away this spring and seeing Anthony Brown drag his feet to committing has recruiting analysts and some fans questioning Addazio's aggressive stance.

I have no problem with Addazio wanting commitments to shut their recruiting down. It is aggressive, but it makes sense. All these kids are fickle and young and easily swayed. Hold them down any way you can to Signing Day. Because of who we are, it is easy to negatively recruit against BC. We also offer a very different experience on recruiting visits. Look at how Dalton second-guessed his commitment just based on the thought that Alabama was interested. Imagine if they had offered or he had visited. We sell a solid, proven experience and path. But teenagers can be seduced by the flash.

Some might think Addazio is hypocritical since BC actively recruits kids committed elsewhere. But I also don't fault him on that front. Everyone is doing it. BC needs to also.

As he gets more established and BC adds some new facilities, Addazio might not have to take such a hardline on visits. Until then, he needs to do whatever it takes and protect his recruiting classes.

Guide to the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

This week, the legendary Atlanta Food & Wine Festival returns for its fifth year, and we couldn’t be more excited. The foodie extravaganza celebrates all things Southern, complete with 250 chefs, sommeliers, pitmasters, growers and the like. In just four … Continue reading →

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Atlanta food events: May 25-31

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