Lately at Lunch with Lauren

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

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Ok, what’s everyone feeding Dad for Father’s Day?

I don’t drink enough water, period. If drinking it hot or with lemon will help with my stress eating, I’m im.

I got home from being out of town and certainly didn’t want to deal with dinner.… Read More »

Dunwoody celebrates the Class of 2020 with “Light the Way”

Residents and businesses are encouraged to shine lights as a show of support for all high school graduates on the evening of June 15.

Dunwoody, GA – June 10, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody is encouraging the community to “Light the Way” to celebrate the Class of 2020 on the evening of Monday, June 15, which is the night before Dunwoody High School’s virtual graduation ceremony.… Read More »

First-Ever Virtual Bridal Extravaganza of Atlanta goes Online July 19

The South’s Most Beautiful Bridal Event Goes ONLINE this
Summer, Safely Bringing Vendors Together with Brides
The Weeklong Event Features Virtual Booths, Prizes, and Vendor Gifts

Calling all future brides and grooms: Say “I DO” to The Bridal Extravaganza of Atlanta, going online in July! With an estimated 20,000 Georgia weddings in limbo through the end of 2020 and growing numbers of new engagements, the cancellation of wedding expos and shows has left couples without guidance to navigate next steps.… Read More »

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Contact:

Shelly Danz
(770) 744-5750
shelly@atlantaweddingconnection.com

Womens Bible Study of the Book of John

You are invited to join Community Bible Study’s
Dunwoody Day Class for Women and Preschool Children (ages 2-5)

The Book of John

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

We are a group of women who are studying
God’s Word to help us grow in faith, guide us in love,
and strengthen our care for one another in our communities.… Read More »

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Contact:

Beth Sorensen
(404) 889-4921
beth.sorensen9@gmail.com

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“Light the Way” for the Class of 2020!

Help us “Light the Way” and celebrate the Class of 2020 on Monday, June 15. On the night before Dunwoody High School’s virtual graduation ceremony, we’re asking residents and businesses to turn on your office lights or porch lights, light a luminary, or come up with another bright idea to show your support for ALL high school seniors graduating in these unprecedented times.Read More »

Dunwoody Noise Ordinance – When is it NOT okay to rev up a blower or electric saw?!!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

When is it not OKAY to rev up that blower or electric saw? 

We’ve been spending a lot of time outside.  I love gardening and listening to the birds sing in my trees, hearing the fish jump in the lake and listening to the frogs begin their nightly chorus at sundown.… Read More »

Giveaway: Emily Giffin’s THE LIES THAT BIND

I can hardly wait to read this.  Here’s what Amazon has to say: 

“In the irresistible new novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of All We Ever Wanted and Something Borrowed, a young woman falls hard for an impossibly perfect man before he disappears without a trace. . . . “

Our amazing Style Editor gave me a signed copy to give away. … Read More »

Celebrate Father’s Day With Brunch And Brews At Park Tavern

Park Tavern invites all to celebrate dads this Father’s Day with the ultimate combination, brunch and brews, on Sunday, June 21, 2020. Brunch goers are invited to enjoy the view overlooking Piedmont Park and the Midtown skyline while noshing on delicious fare. With a dog-friendly, expansive patio, this bountiful brunch spread has something for all tastes.… Read More »

Community Pool Options

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

See the entire Aha! Pool Spreadsheet in Excel format or in Adobe PDF format.  Oops.  Did I forget your favorite pool or make a mistake or omit some important info?  Comment on this post and I’ll make corrections and additions!

Following are hot links to the websites of the 20 pools on our spreadsheet:

  1. Branches
  2. Brittany
  3. Byrnwick
  4. Deerfield East II
  5. Dunwoody Country Club
  6. Dunwoody North
  7. Fontainebleau
  8. Gainsborough
  9. Georgetown (Lauren’s Choice)
  10. Huntley Hills
  11. Kingsley
  12. Lockridge Forest
  13. Lynwood Park Public Pool
  14. Mill Glen
  15. MJCCA
  16. Murphey Candler Public Pool
  17. Redfield
  18. Vermack  (Audra and Peggy’s Choice!)
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A Plea From One Dunwoody Graduate’s Mom

by Kelly Curran Johnson

May 27, 2020

Yesterday was a special day.

My son and his classmates enjoyed a senior parade at our wonderful Dunwoody High School. They were given their diplomas, caps and gowns, yearbooks and letters of love and support from teachers, family and friends. Each child was cheered on and beautifully celebrated.

It might not have been the end to the senior year we were all expecting, but let’s face it – and really absorb – how truly privileged we are to experience what we did.… Read More »

Don’t forget to pre-order from Dunwoody Farmer’s Market!

The Dunwoody Farmers Market is open for pre-orders and pick-ups only. Place your orders directly with the below participating vendors. Pick-up your orders from our market manager on Saturday between 10am and 12pm at the new temporary market location:

Dunwoody United Methodist Church
1548 Mount Vernon Rd
Atlanta, GA 30338

Questions? Running late? Call 404-919-4422

 

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