Embrace Sunday Funday At TWO urban licks

Enjoy sips, snacks, and sun this Sunday Funday on the expansive patio at TWO urban licks. Conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine, revelers can sip on Ranch Rider Spirits’ select offerings and indulge Executive Chef Matt Weinstein’s special menu filled with fiery American cuisine. Ideal to beat the summer heat, cocktails will include the signature Ranch Water, the classic Tequila Paloma, and the Buck.… Read More »

Vacation with Lauren: Asheville, North Carolina!

by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection

Our family was lucky enough to take a summer getaway to Asheville, North Carolina. My husband and I had visited many years ago, but we have never been with our children. Since it was really a trip for my husband, I opted to stay in a VRBO about 20 miles from Asheville on a 40-acre horse farm and not a hotel downtown.… Read More »

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ GLAMPING…IS IT FOR YOU?

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

How do you define glamping?  It can mean different things for different people.  I read several definitions, but my favorite is from the Urban Dictionary…”satisfying your craving for the outdoors and your penchant for a good meal, nice glass of wine and a comfortable bed.” Read More »

Local Teen, Maria Deirisarri, wins Halcyon’s Got Talent Competition

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Local teen, Maria Deirisarri, recently won a talent competition at Halcyon’s Got Talent last Saturday, singing “Feeling Good” by Michael Bublé .  Her mom, Beatriz, is a friend of mine and is also the head designer at Jewelry Artisans!

Maria has been in training since age five and has released four songs: Blindfolded, I T I L U (I think I am in love with you) and Te Necesito, in English and Spanish.… Read More »

Ramp closures for Transform 285/400 (Pay attention if you drive on 285 in the Perimeter Area)

The Georgia Department of Transporation wants drivers to be aware of upcoming closures of exit ramps from SR 400 northbound and southbound to I-285 westbound.

These ramp closures will have a big impact on traffic on and around Ashford Dunwoody Road at I-285.

The closures will allow crews to complete work necessary for opening the new I-285 westbound collector-distributor (CD) lane between Peachtree Dunwoody Road and Roswell Road on or before Monday, August 2, at 5 a.m.Read More »

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LifeSouth’s Back to School Blood Drive Promotion

As the national blood shortage continues, our community blood supply remains at critical inventory levels.  At LifeSouth, we are asking all blood donors to help by donating blood during our Back To School Blood drive promotion.  Donor appointments can be made by visiting LifeSouth’s website at www.lifesouth.org or by calling 1-888-795-2707.

Help Summer Blood Shortages – Give Blood During LifeSouth’s Back to School Blood Drive 

LifeSouth is in emergency need for blood donors, as the national blood shortage continues, and asks donors to help by donating blood during their Back to School Blood Drive.… Read More »

Girl Scout Gold Award – help needed

Hi! My name is Ansley Wassell and I am an Ambassador Girl Scout from Troop 10571. For my Gold Award project, I built a mailbox for the upper campus of Dunwoody Elementary School (formerly Kittredge Magnet School). As part of my project, I have to show how I’ve impacted my community. However, due to Covid-19, kids and adults were not in the school so I was unable to reach my in-person impact goal.… Read More »

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Contact:

Ansley Wassell
(770) 296-7329
ansleywassell@gmail.com

Dunwoody High Principal Announcement: Tom Bass!

   Note from Audra:   This is great news in my opinion!   Bass is just what we need to get the Wildcat Pride back in check!   Follow his Lambert Hype page on Instagram and view some of his past videos to see just how much excitement he’ll bring back with him to Dunwoody High!

from the DHS eNewsletter:

I am excited to share that a new principal has been named for Dunwoody High.… Read More »

T-shirts celebrating the 50th anniversary of DHS

My name is Maggie Ridl, DHS Class of 2022. As part of my Academy of Finance business, I am selling t-shirts celebrating the 50th anniversary of DHS. The t-shirts are short sleeve, high quality Comfort Colors brand. To honor the original school colors, the shirts are in throwback maroon and gold.

Prices: Adult S-XL $19.99 ($4 additional per shirt for XXL& XXXL) OR 2 for $34.99 (Save $5)

Orders start today for delivery in mid to late August.… Read More »

Worth the Drive: Roosevelt’s Little White House

By Christina Mimms for The Aha! Connection

Just south of Atlanta lies an important piece of American and presidential history – Franklin Roosevelt’s Little White House in Warm Springs, Ga. A drive here makes for an easy day trip from Atlanta and a glimpse into a time capsule of sorts with its significance.

Roosevelt learned of Warm Springs and its therapies for polio patients in 1924, long before he was elected U.S.… Read More »

North Point Community Church Conducts Virtual Back to School Drive to Benefit Local Students

Alpharetta, Ga. Every year, some students go back to school without basic school supplies. In response, North Point Community Church is inviting the public to join in a virtual Back to School Drive now through August 2. To participate, go to https://northpoint.org/backtoschooldrive and make a monetary donation. Every dollar donated will be used to purchase school supply sets for students in need who attend local schools.… Read More »

City of Dunwoody completes sidewalk project on Tilly Mill Road

The project includes new bike lanes and improves pedestrian access from Womack Road to North Peachtree Road.

 Dunwoody, GA – July 22, 2021 – The City of Dunwoody is enhancing pedestrian safety and connectivity with the addition of new sidewalks along Tilly Mill Road. Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch and City Council Members gathered for a ribbon cutting this morning.… Read More »

Collecting School Supplies for CAC at Ashford Pointe Dental + Sleep Better Georgia

Ashford Pointe Dental and Sleep Better Georgia are collecting school supplies and backpacks to help the Community Assistance Center supply enough materials for their Teacher’s Closet.

The Teacher’s Closet allows for students and teachers to restock their classrooms with donated supplies throughout the year. If you’re a patient or friend of the practice, we encourage you to join us to serve students in DeKalb County!… Read More »

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Contact:

Cathy Daly
(770) 394-4310
cathy@sleepbetterga.com