Aha! Travel Talk: CORONAVIRUS TRAVEL CHANGES

Tips to help travelers with inevitable changes

By Danielle Garrett, PlanIt Itineraries for The Aha! Connection

In the midst of this Coronavirus outbreak, many people are navigating the difficult decision to postpone or cancel upcoming vacations.   This can be stressful due to the many variables that need to be considered before making a final decision.  I hope the information below will help you during this uncertain time.  … Read More »

Ask Tatiana: Coping with Anxiety During Coronavirus

Tatiana asked one of her fellow counselors to share with us an article regarding coping with anxiety during  the Coronavirus. Neitcha Thomsen is an LCSW and certified in treating anxiety. She sees clients in both their Dunwoody and Alpharetta locations.

by Neitcha Thomsen, LMSW, LCSW, Atlanta Specialized Care

   Stress is a reaction to something happening now.… Read More »

An Aha! Style Moment – Nail Polish Colors for Spring ~ Which one would you like to win?

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

I wonder if the folks at Essie had an almanac when they were creating their Spring 2020 Nail Colors?  They are all appropriately named in a Rain Theme!  While you are out stocking up on toilet paper for the impending “social distancing” due to the Corona Virus, make here you stock up on the Essie Spring 2020 collection so you can do your nails while at home:)  Here is the rundown:

 

Rainwear Don’t Care

A nice  creamy putty color, Essie calls it a “Dirty Neutral.”… Read More »

Contact:

Aha! Style Editor
stylemoment@theahaconnection.com

Worshiping Online: I do it all the time!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I watch and/or listen to church services online and via podcasts all the time.  In fact, when visiting my girlfriend, Leigh, last weekend we decided we wanted to have double “pajama church”.  We each picked a service and watched both together!   I chose Levi Lusko’s Fresh Life Church and she chose Ron Carpenter of Redemption Church.… Read More »

Help Feed our DHS Cluster Kids Who Eat Free & Reduced Lunch

from Mayor Lynn Deutsch

2300 students in the DHS cluster rely on Free & Reduced breakfast and lunch. No school means no food and kids go hungry. Let’s partner with Malachi’s Storehouse at St. Patrick’s Church on N. Peachtree Road and help close the hunger gap.

Many community members have reached out wanting to help. We are working with Malachi’s Storehouse to provide non-perishable lunch items.… Read More »

Contact:

lunchforourbunch@gmail.com

Virtual Learning Note from DeKalb

Message for Stakeholders (Parents/Guardians, Students, Teachers, Staff, and Community/Business Partners):

Greetings,

Teachers will provide students with a virtual learning assignment that is content-specific and relevant beginning March 16, 2020 until further notice. Each assignment will be aligned to the standards and what the students are currently learning. Assignments may involve reading, writing, conducting research, performing mini labs, completing practice problems, taking notes, and/or answering questions.Read More »

COVID-19 Update from Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch

“I want to assure Dunwoody residents that your City Council and City staff are dealing with the challenges presented by COVID-19. Public safety remains our number one priority. Dunwoody’s police chief and city manager are in constant communication with county and state health officials and emergency managers. City operations continue. Based on the Governor’s recommendations and the latest information about COVID-19, the City of Dunwoody is taking the following precautionary steps to reduce any risks to the public and city employees:

  1. Dunwoody Municipal Court operations are on hold for the next two weeks.
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Audra’s Trip to Shoppes of Dunwoody: Breadwinner, Taqueria Los Hermanos, Under the Pecan Tree, and My CBD Store

By Audra Anders for The Aha! Connection

Taqueria Los Hermanos

Today I was lucky enough to have lunch with the leasing agent for Shoppes of Dunwoody at Taqueria Los Hermanos.   The waitstaff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive.  The food was simply delicious…delicioso.    I believe this is the fifth location for this Mexican family who’s great grandmother supplied most of the amazing authentic recipes.   … Read More »

Book of the Week: Oona Out of Order

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I wish I had a dollar for every time I’ve said I wish I had all the time in the world to read.   Some folks have a lot of time on their hands due to our current international health crisis.  Rather than stressing out watching the news, I’d like to suggest you grab that book you’ve been meaning to read.  … Read More »

SSPC 7th Annual Fashion Show benefiting The Drake House

Join us for the 8th Annual Fashion Show event, “Rockin’ the Runway”, a fundraiser benefiting The Drake House on June 9th from 5:30 – 9:00 PM at City Springs Performing Arts Center.

Ticket price includes general admission seating & two drink tickets with food provided by local restaurants (full cash bar also available). The Drake Closet will be on site, so come shop!… Read More »

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Contact:

Brittany Hendler
(678) 443-2990
brittany@sandysprings.org

Free #Everythingwillbeok swag at Spruill Gallery Thursday-Saturday!

A gentle reminder amidst all the chaos.

Stop by the Spruill Gallery today through Saturday to get your free Everything Will Be Ok stress ball, car magnet or pop socket and carry this message with you always.

Help us spread the message by posting a selfie in front of our sign or your favorite photo of our sign and using #everythingwillbeok

#spruillarts #spruillgallery #staypositive

 

Spruill Gallery
4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road
Dunwoody, GA 30338

770-394-4019

*Located next to Fogo de Chao… Read More »

Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Dantanna’s

Dantanna’s is celebrating the luck of the Irish with a mouth-watering offering at both locations, Dantanna’s Buckhead and Dantanna’s Downtown. On Tuesday, March 17th, diners can sink their teeth into a traditional St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef & Cabbage — corned beef brisket, cabbage, smashed red potatoes, jalapeño-dijon and stone-ground mustard hollandaise sauce, and wash it down with a Guinness.… Read More »

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Eat, Drink & Be Irish at The Shed at Glenwood This St. Patrick’s Day

Known for its reimagined American comfort food and impressive cocktail program and wine and beer offerings, The Shed at Glenwood invites relevers to deck out in their finest green attire, and eat and drink like the Irish on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Guests can enjoy Corned Beef, Cabbage, and Potatoes for $18 while sipping on specialty cocktails made just for the occasion.… Read More »

Dunwoody Fencers Try Their Hands At Archery

The Dunwoody Fencers led by Head Coach Kathy Vail had some fun March 1st at the Atlanta Archery Academy & Club. They were quick learners, it is clear they have had some great instruction as they have been developing their balance and focus in their fencing discipline. They were quick to get on target and find their flow and were able to nail the moving targets.… Read More »

Contact:

Yale Nogin
(404) 456-4214
archeryskills2020@gmail.com