DHS Academy of Finance takes on NYC

The Dunwoody High School Academy of Finance spent three days in NYC this week. A total of 137 seniors navigated the subway, watched Broadway shows, visited Central Park, Little Italy, Times Square, the New York Stock Exchange, and the Top of the Rock, and met with executives from NBC Universal, Goldman Sachs, the NBA, Linked In, Amazon, Google, and more.… Read More »

Travel Related Gift Ideas from Danielle

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

With the arrival of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, many people have begun their holiday shopping!  For those of you that have travel lovers in your family, your child will be embarking on a study abroad program or you will soon be an empty nester with big travel plans of your own…think travel gifts!… Read More »

Broadway’s Holiday Favorite Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Coming to City Springs

 This December, City Springs Theatre Company (CSTC) brings the nostalgic, Broadway spectacular Irving Berlin’s White Christmas to Atlanta-area audiences, with additional performances already in place to meet the demand for this holiday classic. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is part of the 2023-24 PNC Bank Season and is made possible by a generous individual donation from Barbara and Yardy Williams.… Read More »

Petite Violette Hosts Holiday Dinner Shows in November and December:

Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem: Hollymark’s Holiday Countdown to Murder and

Boar’s Head Feast with the Madrigal Singers

The holidays head to Petite Violette already this month, with the return of the Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem show: HollyMark’s Holiday Countdown to Murder. It opens the weekend of Saturday, November 18th and runs through Saturday, December 30th, playing on Friday and Saturday nights.… Read More »

Women’s Study: “Because of Bethlehem”

An incredible gift can arrive in an unremarkable package. That’s what happened at Christmas! Lucado helps you rekindle your connection to Christ’s lasting hope; lay down your to-do list and receive what Jesus did; and heal your heartache by embracing the God who’s always near you, for you, and in you. Join our Women’s Wednesday Night Bible study, November 29 – December 20, at 7:00 p.m.… Read More »

Holiday-Inspired Sips & Scents at Distillery of Modern Art

Bask in the cozy aroma of the season as Distillery of Modern Art hosts a holiday edition of its Sip & Scent candle making workshop on December 3, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. Guests are invited to sip on signature cocktails as they are guided through the candle-making process to create luxury soy and coconut wax blend candles with holiday-inspired fragrance options.… Read More »

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Take a Bite Out of the Holidays at Distillery of Modern Arts Cookies & Cocktails Class

Distillery of Modern Art is getting into the holiday spirit with a delightful blend of cookies and cocktails with not one, but two cookie decorating classes. On Sunday, December 3rd at 3 p.m. and Thursday, December 14th at 6:30 p.m., guests are invited to step into a holiday wonderland and embrace their inner baker at the go-to, distillery and art-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.… Read More »

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Celebrate Thanksgiving All Week Long at Dantanna’s

Raise a glass and give thanks, because Dantanna’s is ready to do the heavy lifting in the kitchen this Thanksgiving and will be serving up specials all week long. Starting on Monday, November 20 through Friday, November 24, 2023, guests can belly up to the bar, relax in the expansive dining room or on the heated, dog-friendly patio as they celebrate the season.… Read More »

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(404) 760-8873

Recipe Ideas for Thanksgiving 2023

by Audra H Anders for The Aha! Connection

We are spending Thanksgiving with my Hurston side of the family in Atlanta this year.   My mom and I divvied out the cooking responsibilities amongst the family chefs and my Aunt Tommie is hosting a crew of 14 plus Ozzie.

We’ve ordered smoked Turkey and Brisket from local BBQ spots…I’d share but neither are accepting last minute  orders this week.… Read More »

Online Reservations Are Now Open For Skate City Springs!

Just when you thought City Springs couldn’t get any cooler – it does! Starting Friday, November 24, you can glide, spin, stride, have fun bumbling along, or just watch from the sidelines with a cup of fancy hot cocoa and a giant pretzel at our new ice rink on the City Green! Arrive early or stay late to enjoy Sparkle Village and get your holiday photo ops, too (Sparkle Village is Nov 24 – Jan 1).… Read More »

Sponsor a child for the holidays

The Dunwoody Police Department is seeking individuals, families, organizations to sponsor a child this holiday by purchasing gifts from their wish lists. A total of 34 local children are currently registered for the program, and DPD is working to match each with a sponsor.

Here’s the link for everything you need to know about the program and ways you can help:

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Help one of the 1,600 children+ registered for the Adopt-a-Family program!

1,600+ children are already registered! Your help can ensure that they have a way to celebrate the holidays and receive some much-needed joy.

Adopt a Family Today! Buy a Gift – Amazon Wish List Volunteer Opportunities Donate Funds to Fill the Gaps

If you’re interested in adopting more than 20 children (via your congregation, company, neighborhood group, etc.),… Read More »