Eight Atlanta-Area Churches Celebrate Results of Annual Generosity Initiative

Alpharetta, Ga. Attendees of eight Atlanta-area North Point Ministries churches (North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Browns Bridge Church in Cumming, Buckhead Church in Buckhead, Decatur City Church in Decatur, Gwinnett Church in Sugar Hill, Hamilton Mill Church in Buford, Woodstock City Church in Woodstock, and East Cobb Church in Marietta) today celebrated the results of their annual generosity initiative that includes more than $80 million and nearly 27,000 hours of service given to local and global nonprofits.… Read More »

Matthew McConaughey, Jodi Picoult, Rachael Ray, and more!

The Book Festival of the MJCCA is thrilled to present some of the nation’s most renowned authors through virtual, moderated author talks. 

 

Matthew McConaughey
Greenlights
Sat, Nov 6, 8:00 pm EST

Jodi Picoult
Wish You Were Here
Mon, Nov 29, 8:00 pm EST
The Sharon V. Fagin Joy of Reading Program

Rachael Ray
This Must Be the Place
Wed, Nov 10, 8:00 pm EST

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Raffle for a trip to Napa Valley or Florence, Italy!

The Community Assistance Center (CAC) does great work in our community. The CAC provides food, clothing and financial assistance for families who face financial challenges. They also provide School Supplies, Summer Lunches, and Holiday Gifts for Youth. Adults gain new skills with CAC’s Education classes. They are attempting to have their big annual fundraiser virtually again this year, which is a challenge. … Read More »

Bagel Rescue Volunteer Opportunity

Bagel Rescue is a non-profit organization supporting hunger relief in the Atlanta metro area by connecting restaurants with excess food – specifically bagels – to neighbors in need. Through generous donations from local bakeries, volunteers deliver bagels to food pantries, shelters, feeding programs, and community outreach efforts. Our goal is to reduce food waste and support hunger relief, one bagel at a time.… Read More »

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Contact:

Erin Stieglitz
(404) 593-1162
BagelRescueTeam@gmail.com

Travel Tuesday: US Re-Opening for Entry • Facial Recognition • Interactive Global Travel Rules Map

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

The U.S. has set a re-opening date of November 8 for international travelers entering our country.  This is easiest for fully vaccinated travelers, but unvaccinated travelers can enter as well with strict testing requirements (a negative test taken within one day of departure and an additional test when they return home). … Read More »

Dunwoody Fine Arts Pop-up Gallery

The Dunwoody Fine Art Association, a group of local artists, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this October with a special pop-up gallery event as part of the City of Dunwoody’s Arts and Culture month. The gallery is in the Shops of Dunwoody at 5484 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Suite B-21 near Breadwinner. You’ll find a full range of styles, sizes and prices in this great opportunity to buy original art and shop local.… Read More »

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Contact:

Barbara Flexner
dunwoodyfineart71@gmail.com

Trunk or Treat at Dunwoody Baptist Church

Free community-wide event at Dunwoody Baptist Church! Inflatables, treats and lots of fun! Park and walk to the lower level parking lot by the sports center and sports fields!

Join us for our First Annual Trunk or Treat 5K! The 5K is a 3.5 lap route around the DBC Campus that begins at the entrance of the Walking Trail and ends in lower Sports Center parking lot.… Read More »

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Smith Family Smoky Mountains & Dollywood Trip!

By Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection

I read somewhere that the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most-visited park in the nation. With over 800 miles of trails, mountain vistas, forests, waterfalls, and scenic views, there’s no doubt why.  Between the park and its surrounding tourist-friendly towns of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, there’s truly something for everyone here. … Read More »

Math Tutor

 

Hey! My name is Summer Grace Cowart, and I am a senior at Wesleyan School. I have taken honors algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, economics, and statistics. I am planning to major in mathematics and accounting in college. I have enjoyed math for years and would love to tutor in my free time! I have an accessible form of transportation, so I am happy to come to your home or meet at Starbucks.… Read More »

Contact:

Summer
(770) 545-3558
summergracecowart@wesleyanschool.org

Vintage Affair 2021: Under the Tuscan Sun, a Virtual Benefit for CAC

Take part in the 19th annual Vintage Affair, Community Assistance Center’s highly anticipated annual benefit! This year the event returns as virtual with a live broadcast!

Enjoy a Tuscan-Inspired evening of fun in the comfort of your home! Create your virtual “Home Villa” party for friends or make it a date night for two and let us do the work!… Read More »

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Contact:

Kristen Ristino
communications@ourcac.org

The Saunders Firm Presents Wine, Wealth, and Women

It’s time to wine down! Founder of The Saunders Firm, Amber Saunders, Esq., is hosting another Wine, Wealth, and Women event on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests are invited to gather, sip wine and nosh on bites while learning about what to do when named as a Trustee. An opportunity to network, attendees will have the chance to meet with Saunders and expert on the subject Rachel Donnelly, Founder and CEO of Black Dress Consultants, and indulge in a dynamic conversation.… Read More »

Contact:

Mindy Osler
(404) 614-0006
mindy.osler@carenwestpr.com