Tell me about the games you play with your family!!

By Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Help….please give me your recommendations for games to play with families!   I want to insert a little fun into our normal eat/chat/watch football Thanksgiving routine with our extended family.   So please please share some fun and games with me so I can head to Auburn prepared with a game or two or three!… Read More »

Message from Laura Spratling Kluger

Dear friends,

As many of you know, my mom, Kelly, passed away after over twelve years of battling stage IV ovarian cancer. Her remarkable long-term survival defied the odds.

Ovarian cancer presents women with an uneven playing field. There is no way to screen for this disease and symptoms often mimic gastrointestinal problems, leading to tests that usually fail to make a diagnosis.… Read More »

Dunwoody High School Finance Academy – Student Businesses

Every year we provide the rising business owners in the Dunwoody High School Finance Academy an opportunity to advertise. Student businesses are starting to roll in so be sure to check them out HERE!!!!  Want to submit yours?  Use this link and we’ll get it published for you.   … Read More »

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Celebrate the Grand Opening of The Pub @ EAV

The Pub @ EAV is throwing open its doors and welcoming the neighborhood to its grand opening celebration this Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 8 p.m. This is the perfect chance to gather with friends, meet the team, and explore East Atlanta Village’s newest community pub. The evening will feature light bites, signature cocktails, and a first taste of Chef Mike LaSage’s globally inspired menu.… Read More »

Boone’s Tees Up The Most Wonderful Time of Year with a Jolly Holiday Brunch with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to Boone’s! This holiday season, families are invited to make magical memories at Boone’s Holiday Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nestled next to the scenic Bobby Jones Golf Course, this special celebration offers an afternoon of festive fun for all ages, complete with cookie decorating, photos with Santa, and a delectable brunch menu.… Read More »

Slice into Happiness: Celebrate National Cake Day with Sugar Shane’s

Sugar Shane’s is making National Cake Day, Tuesday, November 26th, extra sweet with its decadent, made-to-order full-size cakes, a perfect indulgence for any celebration and sure hit for gifting or any gathering during the holiday season. Joining the brand’s award-winning, cult favorite ginormous cookies, ultra-fudgy brownies, cookie cakes and more, these must-try cakes come in a rotating selection of flavors like Red Velvet and the rich “Final Slice” Double Chocolate.… Read More »

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Vino Venue Wines for Thanksgiving Tasting THIS Saturday AND Wine Sale!

On Saturday, 11/23 at 2pm, come have a taste of wines for your holiday entertaining that complement everything from appetizers to dessert, and of course the star of your Thanksgiving meal.
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In addition, don’t miss the BIGGEST WINE SALE In our History! There are hundreds of wines now at 30% off!  This is a great opportunity to stock up for holiday parties, holiday gifts and holiday dinners.… Read More »

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November Lunch and Learn with Jenn Martel of Atlanta Mahjong Mentors

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

First the food, then the fun!  Jenn and I picked North Italia Atlanta Perimeter because well, that’s what we were hungry for!  I realize Peggy and I took Coach Bass and Coach Hill there already but I was craving it again!  Jenn had the Tuscan Kale salad with Salmon and I had the soup of the day (Tomato Basil) and the Arugula and Avocado salad. … Read More »

College Girl Gift Guide

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection with tons of help from Alaina and Sophia Moncrief

Click on the images to go directly to the product page for review or purchase.

 

Airwrap (on both Girls’ Lists) Perfume  Cute weekender bags/travel/tote bags & makeup bags Jellycat Stuffed Toys Memberships
  1. Spotify
  2. Costco
  3. Nuuly

How Nuuly works:  Subscribe and rent any 6 styles, every month, for $98.… Read More »

Dunwoody Police’s Christmas for Kids

DO YOU FEEL A CHILL??

The Dunwoody Police Department is gearing up for the Polar Express to arrive at Christmas for Kids!!!!!

We are thrilled to announce the Dunwoody Police Department’s Christmas for Kids program is in FULL SWING!! We are currently offering sponsorship opportunities to all residents/non-residents who would like to provide a child in need with a wonderful Christmas experience this year.… Read More »

Rally Foundation Benefit Bash Raises $3,764,493 for Childhood Cancer Research

Supporting critical pediatric cancer research and providing hope for the 47 children diagnosed with cancer every day in the U.S.

On Friday, November 15, Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research hosted its 17th Annual Benefit Bash. Delta Air Lines was the title sponsor and Altium Packaging and RTX were presenting sponsors. The night raised more than $3.7 million in critical funding for advances in childhood cancer.… Read More »

Stream, wetland, and boardwalk improvements to begin at Dunwoody Nature Center

The project includes the construction of a new boardwalk that will feature outdoor classrooms and provide ADA access to playgrounds.

Dunwoody, GA – November 18, 2024—The City of Dunwoody will begin improvements to the Dunwoody Nature Center, including stream and wetland restoration and construction of a new boardwalk. The old boardwalk and the east side of Wildcat Creek will be off-limits during construction, which is scheduled to start later this week.… Read More »

The Academic Connection: Finish the semester strong: How to maximize your student’s grades

by Maggie Wray of Creating Positive Futures for The Aha! Connection

Students’ grades are the most important factor colleges consider when making admissions decisions. So, with the end of the semester approaching next month, how can you make sure your student is finishing the semester with the best grades they can?

At this point in the semester, there are two main areas students can focus on to help improve their GPA …

  1. Maximizing their current grades, and 
  2. Maximizing their exam grades

While exams can help, relying on them to “save” your grades at the end of the semester is a risky strategy.… Read More »

Springboard Sandy Springs connects people and organizations to nonprofit opportunities via a website hub

 

Volunteer opportunities for community members and companies! Springboard is the new website showing the many opportunities to support Sandy Springs nonprofits. You can explore by event dates, ongoing programs, or nonprofits. Find your passion at SpringboardSandySprings.org. The Sandy Springs Civic Roundtable (a program of Leadership Perimeter) partnered with the City of Sandy Springs, collaborated with a group of Georgia Tech public policy students, and supported The Sandy Springs Society to create the website.… Read More »

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Contact:

Jan Paul
Jan.Paul@CivicRoundtable.org