Meet Nicole McAluney, Ansley Atlanta Realtor + learn about the enclave of 13 new homes coming to Dunwoody!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I’m having so much fun getting out and about meeting clients so far this year.  Meeting Nicole McAluney in her beautiful downtown Alpharetta office was so much fun.  I’m wondering how or why I don’t know her already?  I learned immediately that she was friends with Foodie Patty through Brownies, she has a daughter my youngest sons age (now at TCU), another daughter currently at Marist and a son at Clemson PLUS she lives across the street from very good friends of our family!… Read More »

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Devotional Book Giveaway ~ Spirit Calling: Experience Spirit Led Living

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

This devotional book was written in 2021 by one of my friends since Auburn University (Carla) and her husband (Hal).   The words invite you to grow in practicing the presence of God and experiencing the person and power of the Holy Spirit. Open this book to any page and experience intimacy with God and the presence of the Holy Spirit wherever you are on your faith journey.… Read More »

Meet Gina Bodell ~ Realtor at The Suits Team (She’s also the “G” in Emily G’s Jam!)

By Audra Anders for The Aha! Connection

You may remember the article I wrote last March about my visit to The Suits Team ~ 9 Moms working together 24/7 to get their clients in homes they love to live in!?  Well, fast forward to March 2022 and meet another one of the 9….Gina Bodell!

Gina has lived in Dunwoody’s North Springs neighborhood for 16 years in two different houses!  Read More »

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Sponsor The Branches Swim & Dive Team!

The Branches Swim & Dive team is seeking sponsors for the 2022 summer season. Sponsors get logo displayed on our sponsor banner at the pool all summer, logo placement on the team shirt, logo placement on the website and Facebook page, advertising space on our pool bulletin board and many other great benefits. Sponsorship levels range from $250-$1,000.… Read More »

Contact:

Ashley Allen
(678) 478-2605
ashleypratherallen@gmail.com

DHS Baseball10-0 Win over Duluth

March 23, 2022

Connor Haynes didn’t allow a single run against Duluth, throwing a complete game shutout and leading Dunwoody Varsity Wildcats to a 10-0 victory on Wednesday.

Haynes led things off on the hill for Dunwoody Varsity Wildcats. The pitcher went six innings, allowing zero runs on one hit, striking out 14 and walking one.… Read More »

Contact:

Sasha
(770) 500-4622
sasha1091@aol.com

Book Review & Giveaway ~ The Push: A Novel

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I read this book last weekend…couldn’t put it down.  The main character’s brain is nothing like mine yet such an interesting and altogether different perspective of motherhood.   The theme is mysterious to the very end.  Definitely a page turner!  I’m giving away a copy to an Aha! Subscriber who’d like to read it next!  … Read More »

Meet Sally Moore….SVP/Broker of BHHS Dunwoody!

By Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Earlier this week as Peggy and I were walking into the Berkshire Hathaway Home Services offices in Dunwoody Village, I remembered what a lovely interview I had with Kerry Arias last March and wondered whether she’d be in the office.  Well, she was the first smiling face to greet us as we walked in the front door. … Read More »

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Girls Soccer – SENIOR NIGHT! Varsity Undefeated in Region

In another region win, Varsity beat Berkmar 9-0. The Lady Wildcats are undefeated in their region with a 6-0 record. Goals by Ella Holland (1), Julia Gild (2), Lily Garrigan (2), Lindsey Lampron (3) and Ella Ryan (1) and assists by Sarah Holland, Ella Ryan, Kate Barrett, Sofia Renals, Lily Garrigan and Colleen Murphy.

TUESDAY IS SENIOR NIGHT @ HOME
After Varsity girls play Archer (5:30 game), join us at 7 pm to celebrate our 10 seniors!… Read More »

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Contact:

Paige Garrigan
(678) 467-7577
paige.garrigan@gmail.com

Dunwoody Varsity and JV Girls Soccer Shutout Norcross

Varsity celebrated with a region game mercy win on Tuesday vs. Discovery 10-0, with goals by S. Holland (1), L. Garrigan (2), J. Gild (2), L. Lampron (2), E. Ryan (2) and A. Goldstein (1). Assists by S. Holland (4), K. Barrett (1), L. Lampron (1), T. Hodges (1), and L. Wilburn (1).

Both Varsity and JV teams shut out Norcross.… Read More »

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Contact:

Paige Garrigan
(678) 467-7577
paige.garrigan@gmail.com

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ Sailrock, A Hidden Gem in South Caicos

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

A few weeks ago my husband and I were longing for a Caribbean getaway.  We looked at several islands, but we wanted something different and unique.  We almost went back to Providenciales, known as Provo, in Turks & Caicos (a favorite of mine).  Then I remembered on our last trip to T&C in 2020 meeting a local that asked me if I’d ever been to Sailrock Resort in South Caicos. … Read More »

Audra’s Chat with a former Miss Georgia & Karen Cannon

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I was recently invited to Christina Locandro’s home in Dunwoody.  Christina is 2010’s Miss Georgia and a long time client of Karen Cannon Realtors.  They helped her sell two homes AND buy two homes.  When I asked Christina why she chose Karen Cannon Realtors, her bottom line answer was…”there is nobody else in Dunwoody….Karen… Read More »

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Lately at Lunch with Lauren: Sushi • Mac-N-Cheese • Cotton Candy • UGA Wedding Cake and More!

Recent excerpts from our Lunch with Lauren Facebook Group by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection

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January 29 If you want to know if a place is really good try, what seems like, the simplest items on the menu. Where there is nowhere to hide and nothing is covered up.… Read More »

Respond Quickly – Tickets for Tuesday Night Show of Tootsie at the Fox! (1/25)

by Audra H. Anders

Update:  The winner is Mary Cash!!

I have a pair of tickets to see Tootsie at The Fox Theatre on Tuesday, January 25th at 7:30 PM.   Comment on our website or Facebook or Instagram post if you can go!   It’s short notice but fun and FREE and the seats are great!  We’ll randomly choose a winner and send them a link to their digital tickets at noon on Tuesday.… Read More »

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ My Recent Trip to NYC & a 2 Night Benjamin Hotel Stay Giveaway!

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

New York City has always held a special place in my heart since I lived there briefly in my 20’s (yes, that was super fun!)  Prior to Covid, I visited the city often and, in my opinion, NYC never disappoints.  After more than two years, I was finally heading back to my favorite city in the U.S.… Read More »