Submitted by Neitcha Thomsen to share via The Aha! Connection
We tend to be the kind of family that hangs on to certain pieces of furniture, dishes, even blankets because of the memories that come up when we see them. We had an old outdoor table and benches that traveled from overseas to Atlanta with us 24 years ago.… Read More »
I am from Opelika, AL and I love my hometown. In fact, I love it so much I created The Aha! Connection, in order to help Dunwoody feel more connected like a small town. There is a special friend in Opelika who is sometimes known as “the bow fairy”.… Read More »
Dear DHS Band family and friends, one of our local sponsors this past season was Fogo De Chao. They generously donated a dinner to our Marching band members this past fall – ( It was delicious!! ). Now we are providing the opportunity for you to support our local sponsor this Saturday, April 25th. Fogo De Chao will be providing a Spirit Night for the band ALL DAY SATURDAY (11 a.m.… Read More »
Designed to make roads safer for everyone, Dunwoody’s Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) Ordinance is the first of its kind in Georgia.
Dunwoody, GA – April 23, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody’s Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) Ordinance provides protections for bicyclists, pedestrians and others from potential dangers posed by drivers. Passed by the Dunwoody City Council in November 2019, the ordinance is the first of its kind in Georgia.… Read More »
I know many of you are wondering what the Governor’s open order means for you, your families, and our community. First, let me share some promising news. Thanks to the metro area county and city local ordinances, the voluntary actions of small and big business alike to close things down or reimagine their business, and your personal actions to stay home before statewide orders were issued, the infection rate for severe illness in Dunwoody and surrounding areas is relatively low.… Read More »
Check Your Deck® During Deck Safety Month® this May
Atlanta, Georgia – Your deck is the perfect place to enjoy warm weather with friends and loved ones. However, a poorly maintained or unsafe deck could possibly collapse, causing serious injuries to you and your guests. During Deck Safety Month® in May, experts at Scott Home Services, Inc.… Read More »
Endeavor Montessori just made a herb garden for the community in Dunwoody. We have remained open serving the community and recently the essential workers. The garden was planted by our primay students and the Head of School, Sue Hansen… Read More »
The Coronavirus has temporarily taken away many things from our daily lives…visiting with friends, our kids going to school and going on vacation to name just a few. That said, it has not taken away our ability to dream about future travels with our family and friends.… Read More »
My high school aged daughter was just diagnosed with a learning disability. She is devastated. How can I help her feel better?
Thanks,
Heart Broken Mama
Dear Heart Broken Mama,
It is normal for a child (and their family for that matter,) to grieve the diagnosis of a “learning disability.” Typically, a lack of understanding and education regarding the diagnosis tends to feed negative beliefs about self and what the future may hold.… Read More »
I’ve been getting my groceries via Kroger Curbside for over a year. Until the pandemic I could order one day and pick up the next. Nowadays you have to schedule a few days to a week in advance, so I’ve been counting on my sons to wear masks/gloves and do the grocery shopping lately…especially for items we don’t want to wait on. … Read More »
Tests are available at Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet (404 996 0197).
A virtual screening is required.
Drive-through test sites have popped up at Kingswood UMC
and other community locations. Do not show up at a testing site without an appointment.
To obtain a referral for COVID-19 testing in DeKalb County, call the DeKalb Health District at 404-294-3700, Option 1.… Read More »
Dunwoody’s Cafe at Pharr owner lives in Wynterhall and has been delivering weekly to his neighborhood. He’s opening it up to other neighborhoods if you want to call him to coordinate a day for you neighborhood please call Sanjay at (470) 545-6583
If you would prefer to be happily and safely strolling through somewhere in Europe right now, join the club! Two tour companies I work with in Europe have come up with a great way to bring Europe to you and ultimately help them stay in business!… Read More »