Books Giveaway: Born a Crime and I Have Some Questions for You

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Recently I asked the Aha! subscribers what they recommend as my next books to read and got a lot of great suggestions! 

From the following list, I chose two:

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Dunwoody approves mid-year pay increase for police

Salaries for Dunwoody Police have increased six times since 2021 to remain competitive in recruiting and retaining top talent.

 

Dunwoody, GA – July 25, 2023 – The Dunwoody City Council voted Monday night to approve a mid-year pay increase averaging 10 percent for police officers, detectives, sergeants, and lieutenants. This raise, which will go into effect on August 1, is in addition to a 4 percent increase at the start of the year.… Read More »

Sign up now to play with the DHS Jr. Wildcats

 

Join the Dunwoody Junior Wildcats Foootball team for the 2023 Fall Season! If you have a rising 6th, 7th or 8th grader and live in the Dunwoody HS district (including if they currently attend a private school), they’re eligible to play for one of the 2-3 grade based teams.

Practices take place on the field at Dunwoody HS on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 6 – 8 pm, subject to change.… Read More »

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Giveaway: 2 Tickets to Today’s Braves Game vs Arizona Diamondbacks at 12:20 – Winner has been announced!

Update:  Winner is Betsy Armstrong

The Aha! Connection is giving away two tickets to see the Braves game this afternoon.

  • Today, July 20th, First Pitch: 12:20 p.m.
  • Section 113; Row 15 Seats 1&2  (Seats are covered by the overhang so excellent shade!)
Here’s how to win:

Simply add your comment to this post on our WEBSITE indicating that you want to win. … Read More »

Children’s and Young Adult Book Sale

Friends of the Dunwoody Library hosts a Children’s and Young Adult book sale at Dunwoody Library, July 28, 29, 31, 2023.
Friday, 10am-Noon Preview Shopping for Members Only
— Noon-5pm Open to All
Saturday 10am-5pm
Monday 10am -5pm Bargain Day – Fill a large grocery bag for $7.00

Get ready for back-to-school with board books, picture books, early readers, chapter books, Young Adult fiction, graphic novels, and more!… Read More »

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Contact:

Friends of Dunwoody Library
(470) 531-4074
friendsdunwlibr@gmail.com

Distillery Of Modern Art Serves Up Laughs And Cocktails At Top Shelf Comedy Series

Distillery of Modern Art’s monthly stand-up comedy series, Top Shelf Comedy, featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians is back for another round on Sunday, August 20th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Host Amy Brown and comedians Amanda Marks, Carter Deems and David Perdue will deliver a healthy serving of non stop laughs at the go-to, anti-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.  … Read More »

Distillery Of Modern Art Serves Up Laughs And Cocktails At Top Shelf Comedy Series      

Distillery of Modern Art’s monthly stand-up comedy series, Top Shelf Comedy, featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians is back for another round on Sunday, August 20th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Host Amy Brown and comedians Amanda Marks, Carter Deems and David Perdue will deliver a healthy serving of non stop laughs at the go-to, anti-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.  … Read More »

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Distillery Of Modern Art Serves Up Laughs And Cocktails At Top Shelf Comedy Series      

Distillery of Modern Art’s monthly stand-up comedy series, Top Shelf Comedy, featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians is back for another round on Sunday, August 20th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Host Amy Brown and comedians Amanda Marks, Carter Deems and David Perdue will deliver a healthy serving of non stop laughs at the go-to, anti-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.  … Read More »

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Drink and Draw at Distillery of Modern Art

KA POW! Fight that creative slump and join Distillery of Modern Art for Drink & Draw on August 3rd, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The beloved distillery is partnering with MomoCon and Infinite Realities, both known for their love of comics, anime and video games, for an unforgettable evening. Craft cocktails and dynamite live cosplay models can be expected to help get those creative juices flowing.… Read More »

Dunwoody Woman’s Club 50th Anniversary Home Tour – October 4, 2023

Let’s Celebrate Dunwoody Woman’s Club 50th Annual Home Tour! The tour will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. As the club celebrates the 50th Dunwoody Home Tour, we reflect with gratitude on the many homeowners in our community who have so graciously opened their beautiful homes for our tour through the years.… Read More »

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Contact:

Maria V. Barnhart
(404) 310-0546
mariavbarnhart@gmail.com

Mount Vernon Announces Partnership with The Dewey Schools in Vietnam

The Mount Vernon School, a Preschool through Grade 12 school announced today it has formed based in Sandy Springs, announced today a strategic partnership with The Dewey Schools in Vietnam. Aligned with Mount Vernon’s mission, to prepare all students to be college-ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders, the partnership will provide opportunities for students, faculty, and staff in both countries to increase their global perspective through curriculum development, onsite visits, and opportunities for exchange.… Read More »

DHS Wildcat Football Kick-Off night at Marlow’s Tavern

August 3rd
5pm – 9pm

Come out and meet the 2023 Wildcat players, coaches, and families. We will have Nike spirit wear for purchase, sign-ups for game volunteers, and an information kiosk for new Wildcat players/families. There will also be a registration table for the DHS feeder team, the Dunwoody Junior Wildcats.

As a supporter of DHS Football, Marlow’s will be contributing 15% of Wildcat supporters’ checks to the program!… Read More »

Sandy Springs Fall Arts Festival

Sandy Springs Fall Arts Festival  returns on Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24, 2023. Featuring more than 150 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft persons, glass blowers, jewelers and more, the festival will transform the beautiful tree-lined streets of Sandy Springs into an expansive outdoor art gallery. Festival goers will have the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on art activities, and enjoy live acoustic performances.… Read More »

Local Author Book Giveaway: Food-ishness. By Betsy Hill Armstrong

Recently I received a note from a fellow Dunwoodian who has kids around my boys’ ages and used to walk right by my house on a daily basis on her way to Vanderlyn with her kids.  Gosh I miss those days!

I always love connecting with people and was thrilled that our mutual acquaintance, Christine Cooper, suggested Betsy reach out to me. … Read More »

Stage Door Celebrates 50 Years!

Tickets are on sale now for the highly-anticipated Season 50!. Started by The Dunwoody Woman’s Club in 1973, Stage Door Theatre has had an impactful relationship with the community for five incredible decades. 

In addition to mainstage productions, Stage Door’s 50th Season features new artistic partnerships with Dad’s Garage, Piccadilly Puppets, and several of Atlanta’s best theatre artists.… Read More »