You are invited to the Spruill Artistic Affair!

Original artwork by local artist and Spruill student, Pam Wetzel

Our annual fundraiser, Artistic Affair, is a little over 3 weeks away! We are so excited about our all virtual event and hope you will tune in on March 20 from 7:00-8:00pm.

We will kick off the event with a welcome message from our CEO, Alan Mothner, then test his bartending skills as he creates a signature cocktail and toasts the evening (recipe for the cocktail will be sent to everyone who registers).… Read More »

FCA “Drive By” CFA Lunch – WED 3/3!

Don’t forget your lunch plans this Wednesday…FCA is giving middle and high school students a CFA lunch at DHS. Just come to the school between 12-1 and get lunch AND a raffle ticket for lots of chances to win food from many great restaurants! See you Wednesday!! Tell and bring your friends! See info below!

Fellowship of Christian Anybody

(all we welcome)

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR TWO UPCOMING DATES FOR FCA!Read More »

Covid Update from Dunwoody’s Mayor

Copied from a Facebook post from this morning:

 

Good morning. I have recently heard several public health experts say “Let’s not turn good news into bad.” The Covid-19 picture continues to improve; we are experiencing what appears to be a sustained decline in the number of cases. This is true in Dunwoody, DeKalb, Georgia and the country.… Read More »

PCMS & DHS FCA Event March 3rd – Mark your calendars!

Please see info below about FCA’s next fun event on March 3rd for both DHS and PCMS FCA  students!  Hope to see your students there!  

Fellowship of Christian Anybodies

 

 MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR

TWO UPCOMING DATES FOR FCA!

 

Wednesday March 3 from 12-1 PM

Drive thru the high school for a Raffle Ticket, CFA Chicken Sandwich, and bottled water!  … Read More »

Lately at Lunch with Lauren ~ Roasted Chicken + Beets & Goat Cheese + Crab Cake Sandwiches + Muffins and More!

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

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A perfectly roasted chicken is a thing of beauty. Not only is it pure comfort food (tender meat, crunchy skin, buttery drippings) but there are so many other meals you can turn it into.… Read More »

Men’s Spring Softball- DUMC Teams Now Forming

Dust off your glove and join a Dunwoody UMC men’s softball team. Socialize with teams from other local churches while enjoying fun, friendly competition. All games will be played at Mount Vernon Church, 850 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, beginning in April. Games are typically held on Thursday nights at 7, 8 and 9pm. 8-week season. Games are slow pitch and 55 minutes.… Read More »

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Contact:

Michelle Spitz
(770) 394-0675
michelle.spitz@dunwoodyumc.org

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ TSA Seeks to Hire 6,000 New Employees over the next Few Months!

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Itineraries for The Aha! Connection

TSA (Transportation Security Administration) has announced a goal to recruit 6,000 new employees for 430 airports nationwide by the summer of 2021.  Melanie Harvey (Executive Asst Administrator for TSA) stated “we expect to screen a higher number of travelers regularly by the summer months.”  Clearly, airports around the country are preparing now for a busy summer. … Read More »

You won’t believe the latest updates regarding the fundraiser for the DHS Class of 2021 senior celebration!

Update:  02/23/2021

3 Big Updates about this fundraiser:

  1.  Insight Global (a local staffing firm) donated $10,000 yesterday.   The person responsible wants to remain anonymous and the only recognition he will accept is for the kids to interview with Insight Global upon graduation from college!  Also, this anonymous dude has ZERO ties to the Dunwoody community or DHS.  
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SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten Registration for 2021-2022

Registration for 2021-2022! We have just a few spaces remaining in our classes for the Fall! We have loved offering in-person learning to our wonderful families this year! We know next year may still be an adventure– and we’ll be here! Whether you want to be sure your Kindergartener will be prepared for “big” school or you want to start your Toddler off with a love of school– check out our website at ssumc.org/preschoolRead More »

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Birria Tacos!

by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection

What are Birria Tacos? I’m glad you asked because birria tacos seem to be all the rage around the nation and here in Atlanta. What you typically see around Atlanta (and in the U.S.) is actually a quesabirria taco. “The tortilla is dipped in birria broth and griddled, before being topped with meat and cheese and then folded into the now crunchy, red-tinged tortilla.”… Read More »

Aha! Favorite Things Giveaway!

The favorite things of The Aha! Connection are back this week!  We will be sharing some of our favorites each day on the Aha! Facebook page; everything from books to recipes to actual favorite things. This week, one lucky Aha! subscriber will win these highlights from our favorites:   Fave Things:   Read More »

Dunwoody is recognized as a Tree City USA

The designation comes as the City of Dunwoody prepares to celebrate Georgia Arbor Day on February 19.

Dunwoody, GA – February 17, 2021 – For the ninth year in a row, the City of Dunwoody is being recognized as a “Tree City USA” for its commitment to core standards of sound urban forestry management. City leaders will celebrate the designation with a ceremonial tree planting to mark Georgia Arbor Day on February 19.… Read More »

DUNWOODY NATURE CENTER AND KAISER PERMANENTE JOIN FORCES TO OFFER ADULT CLASSES ON HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND NATURE

Dunwoody, GA— OWLS Adult programming returns with new outdoor classes for Spring 2021! Each unique class is designed to encourage learning, health, and appreciation for our natural world. 

 

OWLS (Outdoor Wiser Lifelong Studies) is a partnership between Dunwoody Nature Center and Kaiser Permanente to address the need for adult programming in a safe setting. With small group sizes, face coverings required, and outdoor learning spaces we are able to provide a fun and safe opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in the community.… Read More »

Covid Update from the Dunwoody Mayor

Note from Audra:   This entire post is copied from Mayor Lynn Deutch’s Facebook Post from 2/19/2021   Please note the highlighted section for those of us who aren’t in Phase 1A.  I added myself to the email list so I’ll know what to do ASAP when vaccines are available for me!   Good morning. Yesterday, Governor Kemp announced that the state is opening 4 large Covid-19 vaccine distribution sites on this Monday, Feb 22.… Read More »