Building Memories from Reclaimed Wood

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 »

The Opelika Bow Fairy comes to Dunwoody

by Audra H Anders for The Aha! Connection

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 »

DHS Band Spirit Night at Fogo De Chao (Saturday 4/25)

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 »

Dunwoody’s Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) Ordinance goes into effect on May 1

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 »

Message from Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch

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 »

May is Deck Safety Month

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 »

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Contact:

Debbie Scott
(770) 394-8952
debbie@scotthomeservices.com

7 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for Post-Pandemic Travel

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Itineraries for The Aha! Connection

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 »

Ask Tatiana: My high school daughter was just diagnosed with a learning disability…?

Dear Tatiana,

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 »

Sending someone shopping at Orchard Park Kroger

by Audra H Anders for The Aha! Connection

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 »

COVID-19 TESTING IS OPEN IN DUNWOODY

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 »

Home Instructions for Removing SNS Polish

Written by The Aha! Connection Style Editor for The Aha! Connection

Hi Quarantine Friends!  I Should have thought to post this earlier, but here are at home instructions to remove SNS polish. 

 

You will need:

 

  • Pure Acetone remover (Amazon and most drugstores carry it)
  • Cotton balls
  • Aluminum foil cut in 4×4 inch squares
  • Nail file

Gently file the top of nails just enough to rough up the shine a bit. … Read More »

Contact:

Aha! Style Editor
stylemoment@theahaconnection.com